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Bill Text - ACR -52 State beaches: fire rings. <br />fff <br />tf LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION <br />ACR -52 State beaches: fire rings. (2013 -2014) <br />Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 52 <br />CHAPTER 52 <br />Relative to state beaches. <br />[ Filed with Secretary of State June 20, 2013. ) <br />LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST <br />ACR 52, Allen. State beaches; fire rings. <br />Page I of 2 <br />This measure would recognize the tradition and cultural significance of fire rings on state beaches as part of <br />California's recreational and community activity, and beach lifestyle. This measure would support the protection <br />of California's beaches, access to those beaches, and important traditions that are Integral to the state's culture <br />and beach lifestyle, such as fire rings. <br />Fiscal Committee; no <br />WHEREAS, It is well known that visitors, tourists, and residents are drawn to the California coast for personal <br />and family recreation, surfing and water sports, iconic piers, and unforgettable sunsets; and <br />WHEREAS, An important beach attraction is the time- honored tradition of a beach bonfire in a fire ring that <br />California residents and visitors enjoy as the sun goes down over a perfect California beach evening; and <br />WHEREAS, Beach bonfires are a safe and inexpensive recreational activity and are enjoyed by all the members <br />of our community, regardless of socioeconomic class; and <br />WHEREAS, Beach attractions result in optimum economic and community activity, from gatherings of family and <br />friends, beach barbecues, community events, and beach sports, and much more; and <br />WHEREAS, Fire rings are usually large cement rings in the sand to build your very own bonfire, though in places <br />such as Oceano Dunes Vehicle Recreation Area and Its beach where cars can drive right on the beach in Grover <br />Beach, you can pull your car onto the sand and simply set the wood out on the beach and light it, or dig your <br />own fire ring; and <br />WHEREAS, Many state beaches offer fire rings to campsite guests as part of their camping fee, while some <br />provide them for free; and <br />WHEREAS, Of 108 state parks, 29 allow fire rings for beach vacationers and visitors (excluding camping); and <br />WHEREAS, In Orange County, there are more than 600 fire rings available on the city and state beaches for <br />nightly bonfires, a favorite activity among locals, visitors, and international tourists; and <br />WHEREAS, The Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors maintains fire rings at Dockweiler <br />Beach in Playa del Rey; and <br />WHEREAS, The California Coastal Commission Staff Report of October 22, 2012, at page 10 stated, "Beach fire <br />rings are a unique recreational facility for which there is no substitution. "; now, therefore, be it <br />55D -7 <br />http: //Ieginfo.legislattire. ca.gov/ faces/ bilINavClient .xhtml ?bill_id= 201320140ACR52 1/14/2014 <br />