A VERY IMPORTANT meeting is coming up, regarding the proposed Fisherman’s Wharf apartment project.
The results of a recently-held Charrette, a meeting in which all stakeholders in a project attempt to resolve conflicts and map solutions, will be reviewed.
The Charrette was held to discuss the status and future of Fisherman’s Wharf; the outcome of the Charrette was very beneficial. This will be a very informative meeting.
** Your attendance, which is a fantastic way of showing support, as well as getting updated on the status of the project, will be very much appreciated!
Save the Date!!
HARBOR TASK FORCE MEETING
Thursday, February 22nd, 6:30 pm
Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center
Oxnard Room
800 Hobson Way
Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center
Oxnard Room
800 Hobson Way
Jul 23, 2017 | HBCA Standard Position on what is needed and would be supported regarding the proposed Fisherman’s Wharf project by the County and Channel Islands Harbor Properties LLC
- Harbor development with a clear specific plan that makes visitor-serving and harbor-oriented activities its priority and focus. (parks with picnic and seating areas, water recreation, wide promenades, public restrooms, hotel type lodging, restaurants, adequate public parking, etc.) The current proposed project does not do this, is not consistent with the Local Coastal Plan and should be rejected so an appropriate development can be planned.
- An updated comprehensive Public Works Plan (PWP) and an end to piecemeal planning of the harbor. The continuous series of PWP amendments prevents everyone from seeing the ultimate development plan for the harbor and is piece-meal planning at its worst. The current PWP was certified over 30 years ago in September 1986. The Coastal Commission, the Channel Islands Beach Service District and the public have questioned this piecemeal planning, two-step process of mothballing of sites many times. This piecemeal planning tactic has also increased public distrust of proposed harbor development projects.
- An appropriate open and public process and procedure as described in the City’s letter of July 12, 2017, “an open and public process that encourages feedback from stakeholders, including the County, the proposed developer, and nearby residents”. This process must include: the submission of a Specific Plan verified to be compliant with the Local Coastal Plan and the Coastal Act; the required CEQA analysis; proper planning assessment; and public participation from the start. The fact that the County has allowed harbor facilities to rundown does not legitimize the circumvention or shortcutting of appropriate procedures and process.
We are your friends, neighbors and boaters. You’ve seen us educating and advocating for issues that impact our Harbor and Beaches. We speak up at Board of Supervisor Meetings. We circulate Petitions and write Letters to the City and County. Ask any neighborhood activist you will probably discover they are fellow HBCA volunteers. Harbor and Beach Community Alliance was created to preserve public access to coastal land. Oppose Harbor and Beach development that is not in the interests of the community and the environment. Communicate with local community and government agencies to protect public safety and access.
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