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Home My WebLink About2024-08-06; Beach Preservation Commission; ; Clean-Up Event on the City-Controlled North BeachMeeting Date: Aug. 6, 2024 To: Beach Preservation Commission From: Todd Reese, Parks Services Manager Staff Contact: Nick Stupin, Parks Planning Manager nick.stupin@carlsbadca.gov, 442-339-2527 Subject: Clean-Up Event on the City-Controlled North Beach Recommended Action Select a date and time for a second 2024 beach clean-up event on the city-controlled north beach. Discussion The Beach Preservation Commission’s 2024 Work Plan states that there shall be two beach clean-up events. Within the Goals & Tasks section of the Beach Preservation Commission’s 2024 Work Plan, Item No. 2 states: 2.Encourage private and public representatives to be engaged and work together on protection and enhancement of local beaches. a.Schedule and carry-out plans for two beach clean-up events (i.e., one in July and one in October or November) in the northern beaches of Carlsbad. Encourage private and public representatives to be engaged and work together on protection and enhancement of local beaches. On July 12, 2024, staff and the Beach Preservation Commission successfully conducted the first beach cleanup event. To maximize the participation for the second clean-up event, staff is available on any of the following dates and times for the second beach cleanup event: •Saturday Oct. 12, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. •Saturday Oct. 19, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. •Saturday Oct. 26, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. •Saturday Nov. 9, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. The Commission is being asked to select a date and time for a second beach clean-up event on the city-controlled north beach. Exhibits 1.Beach Preservation Commission’s 2024 Work Plan Aug. 6, 2024 Item #3 1 of 4 BEACH PRESERVATION COMMISSION Staff Report City of Carlsbad Beach Preservation Commission Work Plan 2024 I. Mission Statement The Mission of the City of Carlsbad Beach Preservation Commission is to advise the City Council and the City Manager on matters related to erosion prevention and protection/enhancement of the Carlsbad shoreline (e.g., littoral cells, sea level rise et.al.), and to study the best means to maintain beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public. II. Composition Consistent with Chapter 2.34 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Beach Preservation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Commission shall investigate, research, and make recommendations to the city council and the city manager on general coastal topics, studies, and programs, including, but not limited to, the following: Protecting and enhancing the shoreline (e.g. littoral cells, and sea level rise); preventing beach erosion; and preserving and maintaining beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public. (Ord. CS-452 § 2, 2023) Commission Members shall serve on a volunteer basis, on staggered terms. Commission Members are expected to attend all meetings, held at dates/times set by the Commission or requested by the City Council or City Manager. The Commission shall be standing, but subject to termination by the City Council if it deems the existence of the Commission is no longer necessary to the City. III. 2024 Goals & Tasks The Beach Preservation Commission will focus on the following 2024 Goals & Tasks: (Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas) 1. Gain a better understanding of local shoreline preservation and beach nourishment projects. a. Study and investigate coastal erosion impacts to Carlsbad beaches, with an understanding of coastal processes and terminology, including: - Disruption of natural sediment flow and sand supply - High intensity storms and potential flooding - Hard stabilization structures or “coastal armoring” - Sand replenishment/beach nourishment - Living shorelines and shoreline buffers - Sea Level Rise impacts - Littoral cell/Oceanside cell b. Review informational documents for current and future Commission Members, with items to include: Aug. 6, 2024 Item #3 2 of 4 - Minutes and information from regional planning partners such as SANDAG’s Shoreline Preservation Working Group. c. Invite an oceanography professional (e.g., Scripps Institution of Oceanography) to provide an advertised presentation at a Beach Preservation Commission Meeting, with a focus on educating citizens on the means and ways sandy beaches are and could be preserved in Carlsbad. 2. Encourage private and public representatives to be engaged and work together on protection and enhancement of local beaches. a. Schedule and carry-out plans for two beach clean-up events (i.e., one in July and one in October or November) in the northern beaches of Carlsbad. b. Receive updates from representatives from the three lagoon foundations in Carlsbad (Agua Hedionda, Batiquitos, and Buena Vista Lagoons). c. Receive updates from the California State Parks and Recreation Department on local erosion issues, prevention efforts, and any beach access improvements to our local beaches. d. Upon receipt of updates from local jurisdictions (i.e. lagoon foundation, SANDAG, State Parks, California Fish and Wildlife, etc.), prepare comments as a Commission to submit to the City Council regarding any comments or concerns determined to be of interest to the Council. e. Observe and report on Jan. 11, Jan. 12 and Feb. 9 king tides and extreme low tides during the winter months (i.e., December – January) onsite at the Encinas Creek dip and the South Tamarack State Beach. 3. Participate in outreach opportunities related to protection and enhancement of local beaches. a. Look for opportunities to engage the citizens and school children of the City of Carlsbad (e.g., high school environmental/marine science clubs, et. al.) in stewardship of our coastline through events such as annual beach cleanups to encourage efforts to keep our beaches clean throughout the year. b. Work with other city departments to encourage outreach for the citizens of Carlsbad to educate them on potential erosion impacts and sea level rise as shown in the City of Carlsbad Local Coastal Plan. Invite a city planner to provide an advertised presentation at a Beach Preservation Commission Meeting, after the California Coastal Commission’s review and comment on the Local Coastal Plan. c. Observe and monitor local beaches and tidepools for issues contributing to degradation of beaches including feeding squirrels and other wildlife, pet waste issues, and trash. - Resulting issues requiring action shall be reported to city staff. d. Make periodic tours of all Carlsbad beaches to assess physical conditions, usage factors and safety considerations for the beaches and potentially impacted surrounding areas. - Resulting issues requiring action shall be reported to city staff. Aug. 6, 2024 Item #3 3 of 4 4. Tri-annually report out the progress on completing the Goals & Tasks of the Beach Preservation Commission’s Work Plan. a. Participate in the review of these goals and tasks during an agenda item scheduled every other meeting of the Beach Preservation Commission. Aug. 6, 2024 Item #3 4 of 4 Clean-Up Event on the City- Controlled North Beach Nick Stupin, Parks Planning Manager Aug. 6, 2024 { City of Carlsbad RECOMMENDED ACTION Item #3 :N.BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT •Select a date and time for a second 2024 beach clean-up event on the city-controlled north beach. { City of Carlsbad OBJECTIVES •Location •Schedule •Public Outreach Item #3 :N.BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT Sti,~'.J {city of Carlsbad LOCATIONS Meeting Location •Grand Avenue and Ocean Street beach access Clean-up at city controlled northern beach between: •Rue de Chateaux beach access •Pine Avenue beach access Item #3 :N.BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT { City of Carlsbad SCHEDULE Available dates: •Saturday, Oct. 12 •Saturday, Oct. 19 •Saturday, Oct. 26 •Saturday, Nov. 9 Time: •8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Item #3 :N.BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT ■■■■ ■■■■■ ■■■■■ ■■■ ( City of Carlsbad PUBLIC OUTREACH •City Website •Social Media Posts •E-blast to city volunteers •Press Release Item #3 :N.BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT { City of Carlsbad RECOMMENDED ACTION Item #3 :N.BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT •Select a date and time for a second 2024 beach clean-up event on the city-controlled north beach. { City of Carlsbad