HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-10-04; Beach Preservation Commission; ; Report on North Beach Clean-Up Event
Meeting Date:
Oct. 4, 2022
To:
Beach Preservation Commission
From: Kyle Lancaster, Parks & Recreation Director
Staff Contact: Michael Tully, Parks Planner
Subject: Report on North Beach Clean-Up Event
Recommended Action
Receive an informational report on a beach clean-up event that was held on the city-controlled
north beach on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022.
Discussion
At the Aug. 18, 2022 Beach Preservation Commission Special Meeting, staff presented dates for
consideration for the northern beach clean-up event. The Commission was given dates to
decide when the event would be held and the date that was agreed upon was Oct. 1, 2022.
The Commission will now be presented a report on the accomplishments of the beach clean-up
event. The information presented will include the number of volunteers attended, amount of
trash collected, educational materials provided and photos from the beach clean-up event.
Exhibits
1. Aug. 18, 2022 Beach Preservation Commission Staff Report, North Beach Clean-up Event
2. Aug. 18, 2022 Beach Preservation Commission Meeting Minutes
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Meeting Date: Aug. 18, 2022
To: Beach Preservation Commission
From: Kyle Lancaster, Parks & Recreation Director
Staff Contact: Michael Tully, Parks Planner
Subject: North Beach Clean-Up Event
Recommended Action
Discuss the planning of a beach clean-up event on city controlled north beach and select a date
and time for the event.
Discussion
On Oct. 2, 2021, staff and the Beach Preservation Commission conducted a beach clean-up
event on city controlled north beach. The event was a success and the Goals & Tasks Section of
the current Beach Preservation Commission Work Plan states:
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 in stewardship of our coastline through events such as annual beach
cleanups to encourage efforts to keep our beaches clean throughout the year.
Staff and the Commission will discuss and select a date and time for the beach clean-up event
at city controlled north beach.
Exhibits
1. Beach Preservation Commission’s Work Plan for fiscal year 2021-2022
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Virtual Meeting
Council Chamber
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Steindlberger called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Vice Chair Steindlberger, Commissioners Colby, Woolsey, Stark, Corrigan, and Shotas
Absent: Commissioner Ingersoll
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
ACTION: On a motion by Commissioner Colby and a second by Vice Chair Steindlberger, the minutes of the
Nov. 9, 2021, Beach Preservation Commission meeting were approved.
AYES: Vice Chair Steindlberger, Commissioners Colby and Stark
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners Woolsey, Corrigan, and Shotas
ABSENT: Commissioner Ingersoll
ACTION: On a motion by Vice Chair Steindlberger and a second by Commissioner Stark, the minutes of the
Jan. 4, 2022, Beach Preservation Commission meeting were approved.
AYES: Vice Chair Steindlberger, Commissioners Colby, Woolsey and Stark
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners Corrigan and Shotas
ABSENT: Commissioner Ingersoll
The approval of the minutes for the meeting of April 14, 2022, were postponed due to a lack of a quorum of
Commissioners who were present at that meeting.
PRESENTATIONS
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1. SR # 0818-1 ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022-23 THROUGH 2023-24
Parks Planner Michael Tully reported out on the Election of Officers for fiscal years 2022-23 through 2023-
24. Elections are held every other year for the positions of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The
recommended action was for the Commission to solicit nominations and elect a Chair and Vice Chair.
ACTION: On a motion by Commissioner Corrigan and a second by Commissioner Stark, the commissioners
voted on the nomination for Vice Chair Steindlberger to serve as Chair.
Special Meeting August 18, 2022, 10 a.m.
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AYES: Vice Chair Steindlberger, Commissioners Colby, Woolsey, Stark, Corrigan, and Shotas
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ingersoll
ACTION: On a motion by Chair Steindlberger and a second by Commissioner Woolsey, the commissioners
voted on the nomination for Commissioner Colby to serve as Vice Chair.
AYES: Chair Steindlberger, Commissioners Colby, Woolsey, Stark, Corrigan, and Shotas
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ingersoll
2. SR # 0818-2 UPDATE ON SOUTH CARLSBAD COASTLINE PROJECT AND SOUTH CARLSBAD BOULEVARD
CLIMATE ADAPTATION PROJECT
Transportation Director/City Engineer Tom Frank and Senior Program Manager Katie Hentrich presented an
update on the South Carlsbad Coastline Project and grant-funded South Carlsbad Boulevard Climate
Adaptation Project. Staff is currently working on the Carlsbad Boulevard Climate Adaptation Project, which is
grant funded by the State Coastal Conservancy, and focused on ways to maximize the roadway’s resiliency to
coastal flooding and cliff erosion in a one-mile stretch, from Manzano Drive to Island Way.
The existing California Coastal Commission permit for this stretch of the roadway is conditional on the
completion of analysis of viable design alternatives for the area. The city has requested a 5-year permit
extension to develop a long-term management plan for the roadway that incorporates an alternative.
The grant-funded scope of work includes:
• Resiliency to coastal flooding, cliff erosion, and other sea level rise impacts
• Cliff erosion assessment
• Las Encinas Creek restoration analysis
• Assess eastward relocation of southbound lanes of portion of South Carlsbad Blvd
The City of Carlsbad gathered input from the community about their priorities, needs, and values related to the
future use of South Carlsbad Boulevard.
Community Priorities:
• Safer bike lanes, including some separated from the flow of car traffic
• Safe, wide walking paths
• Less noise and air pollution from traffic when enjoying the coast
• Slowing down traffic along the coast
• Making it safer to cross the road to get to the coast
• Maintaining ocean views for drivers and residents who live along Carlsbad Boulevard
The Coastal Conservancy grant project was able to use the community’s input in designing three preliminary
conceptual roadway options for the 1-mile stretch from Manzano Drive to Island Way.
Preliminary Conceptual Roadway Options:
• Option 1: 4-lanes with traffic signals
• Option 2: 2-lanes with roundabouts
• Option 3: 2-lanes with roundabouts and an enhanced pedestrian crossing at Solamar Drive
Staff reported to the Traffic & Mobility Commission and City Council on August 18, 2022.
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Commissioner Shotas asked about the differences of the option analysis. Staff explained that in options 1 & 2
they looked at the coastal hazard areas, and option 3 is outside of the hazard zone, and the reason why it is
categorized as the ‘best’ option.
Commissioner Woolsey asked if the commission will be doing a recommendation and voting between the
different options and if a traffic study will be conducted for the project. Staff indicated they are in preparation
of conducting a detailed traffic study. Parks & Recreation Director Kyle Lancaster stated recommendations
and/or voting on the project is not necessary at this time. The recommended action is to receive an update of
the South Carlsbad Coastline Project and provide Commissioner comments.
Chair Steindlberger asked if more public meetings will be conducted showing the timeline of the phased
implementation of the project and inquired about which materials and/or configuration will be used for the
coastal access. Staff indicated they are looking into extending the deadline to finalize the project to allow
further public feedback. Mr. Lancaster commented it is yet to be determined which configuration or what
materials will be used for coastal access.
Chair Steindlberger is in support of moving the roadway due to sea level rise, believes it’s necessary to have
further traffic studies and asked about the traffic studies schedules. Staff indicated data was collected before
Labor Day and more data will be collected after the holiday. Chair Steindlberger would like to see more
focused/organized public input. Staff indicated there is currently a public survey on the project website with
information on all 3 options. The public is welcomed to take the survey, submit comments and/or questions.
Public Comment
A Minute motion was voted on and approved to allow a public comment to be heard, although slip was
submitted late.
ACTION: On a motion by Chair Steindlberger and a second by Vice Chair Colby, the Commissioners allowed for
a public comment to be heard.
AYES: Chair Steindlberger, Vice Chair Colby, Commissioners Woolsey, Stark, Corrigan, and Shotas
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ingersoll
Mitch Silverstein of the Surfrider Foundation spoke in support of the project.
3. SR # 0818-3 ADOPTION OF MEETING CALENDAR FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022-23 THROUGH 2023-24
Parks Planner Michael Tully reported out on the adoption of meeting calendar for fiscal years 2022-23 through
2023-24.
ACTION: On a motion by Commissioner Stark and a second by Vice Chair Colby, the Commissioners reviewed
and adopted the Beach Preservation Commission’s Meeting Calendar for fiscal years 2022-23 through 2023-24.
AYES: Chair Steindlberger, Vice Chair Colby, Commissioners Woolsey, Stark, Corrigan, and Shotas
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ingersoll
4. SR # 0818-4 NORTH BEACH CLEAN-UP EVENT
Parks Planner Michael Tully reported out on the planning of a beach clean-up event on the city controlled north
beach, from Pine Avenue to Rue Des Chateaux. The Commissioners agreed to meet at the Grand Avenue beach
access.
Chair Steindlberger recommended documenting and reporting out on beach cleanup debris, as a way to
encourage future clean-up efforts.
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ACTION: On a motion by Vice Chair Colby and a second by Commissioner Woolsey, the Commissioners
discussed and agreed to hold the beach clean-up event on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
AYES: Chair Steindlberger, Vice Chair Colby, Commissioners Woolsey, Stark, Corrigan, and Shotas
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Ingersoll
5. SR # 0818-5 TRI-ANNUAL REPORT OUT ON WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR
Parks Planner Michael Tully reported out on the progress related to the goals and tasks of the Beach
Preservation Commission’s work plan for fiscal year 2021-22. The Commission had the opportunity to
participate in the report out.
Commissioner Stark asked about the rock buildup at the Rue Des Chateaux beach access, and if the buildup
was due to potential groins to be placed in Oceanside. Parks & Recreation Director Kyle Lancaster stated the
City of Oceanside is currently studying groin placements. However, some southerly cities, including the City of
Carlsbad, are not in support of a groin placement project, due to the potential impacts on sand nourishment.
Mr. Lancaster commented he didn’t believe the groin placements were the cause of the exposed rock buildup
and requested staff to look into the dredging schedule for Oceanside Harbor.
Commissioner Stark and Vice Chair Colby requested an update on sand replenishment schedules for Carlsbad
beaches. Mr. Lancaster stated that SANDAG is considering a potential Regional Sand Replenishment Project III.
As a future agenda item, city staff will update the Commission with upcoming sand replenishment projects for
Carlsbad beaches, including the dredging operations at Agua Hedionda Lagoon and at Batiquitos Lagoon.
COMMISSIONER/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Stark reported on the Growth Management Citizens Committee. The Committee is called Carlsbad
Tomorrow and has 36 members. The Committee’s purpose is to promote balanced growth to protect the quality of
life in Carlsbad. The Committee will recommend to City Council the key elements to be addressed in a new plan to
manage growth in Carlsbad in a way that maintains an excellent quality of life while also complying with state law.
Recommendations will be developed and presented to the City Council by 2023.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Introduction of new Commissioner Kevin Shotas
AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE COMMISSION MEETING
• SANDAG update on Regional Beach Sand Project III.
• Sand replenishment project schedules for Carlsbad beaches
• Position of Preference on preliminary conceptual roadway options for the South Carlsbad Boulevard
Climate Adaptation Project.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned at 11:48 a.m.
Adriana Alvarez
Minutes Clerk
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