13B - SANTA ANA RIVER TASK FORCE

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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ~ ~ CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: MAY 2, 2005 TITLE: APPROVED D As Recommended D As Amended D Ordinance on 1 st Reading D Ordinance on 2nd Reading D Implementing Resolution D Set Public Hearing For APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE SANTA ANA RIVER TASK FORCE 1/) // k/ I jjl/? 7;:1,.,j~ / /'/ r:~----- CITY MANAGER CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve the appointment of 22 individuals to serve as the Santa Ana River Task Force to prepare a report on habitat restoration and recreational opportunities at the river. DISCUSSION On November 15, 2004 the City Council approved the formation of the Santa Ana River Task Force to study the possibility of restoring the natural habitat environment and providing recreational opportunities at the river. In January, the Park Development, Recreation Programs, and Education Partnerships Council Committee solicited membership applications from various governmental organizations and community groups with an interest in the development of the river. In March, the Committee reviewed candidate applications. Exhibit A lists the individuals recommended by the Committee for official appointment by the City Council. Upon approval of the task force members, a series of meetings will be scheduled to discuss and prepare a plan and report. This report will be presented to the Committee, the Board of Parks and Recreation, the Planning Commission and the City Council. FISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. ~ Gerardo Mouet Executive Dire tor Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency 138-1