The City of Newport Beach is utilizing various strategies to improve traffic flow on its roadways including the traffic signal modernization project that upgraded nearly 120 traffic signals throughout the community to ease maintenance, improve system reliability and help to enhance traffic flow.

The project included the replacement of 25-year old equipment with new traffic control hardware. We also installed new software to operate the signal timing. The goal of the signal system is to reduce delay for motorists, while creating a reliable system that is easy to maintain, can reduce staff workload and will serve the city for many years.

The Traffic Management Center (TMC) is located at City Hall and is equipped with a series of computers and display monitors. The TMC is receiving information from the closed circuit cameras that have been placed at major intersections and uses fiber optic cables to transmit information back to City Hall. This enables City traffic engineers to track signal operations and traffic flows and remotely adjust signal coordination and timing. Through the use of the new transportation management software and signal controllers, the TMC receives a live video feed of up to 16 intersections simultaneously which allows staff to make adjustments in real time.

The incorporation of CCTV cameras along with the traffic signal system was a step to improve traffic flow, create a more reliable system and reduce traffic signal down time. Our system allows staff to respond to incidents, review traffic signal issues and review other operations within the roadway in a more efficient manner. Technology has opened up new avenues for us, such as receiving warnings of traffic signal failures and addressing them from City Hall as opposed to waiting for someone to call in an issue and having to send a staff member out to the intersection. To minimize costs, CCTV cameras were only installed in strategic locations, which include major intersections, in order to have a clear view of upstream and downstream traffic. The CCTV cameras and system are not monitored 24/7. Additionally, the video feeds are live and are not recorded. 

Yes. The traffic signal system is used to retime signals and monitor activities for roadway construction and special events around the Newport Center area. The benefits of the system and cameras are realized by being able to change timing of several signals while monitoring the events from City Hall.

As with most Agencies, the City’s system implements traffic signal timing plans for specific times of day. The timing plans are established based on vehicle/pedestrian/bicycle demand on the roadway. Major corridors are currently running coordination patterns for the morning, mid-day and afternoon peak periods. This form of coordinated traffic signal timing benefits the major movements along the major roadways.

During the non-peak hours, the system runs in a “free” pattern. During “free” operation the traffic signal operates independently, using pre-set times and changing as vehicles are “sensed” by the roadway detectors. The “free” operation is intended to reduce delays to all movements, including side streets, when the demand has been reduced on the major roadways. 

Pedestrian times can seem to be too long and usually create delay for the coordinated movement along an arterial roadway. Unfortunately, this is an element the City does not have the ability to change. The City is obligated to follow the State and Federal guidelines for pedestrian timing of signals. The current timing has been found to be a bit long for most healthy adults, but the pedestrian timing also addresses the needs of others, such as senior citizens and those with disabilities.

As noted above, there are many elements that go into traffic phasing and signal operations. A few of the elements include pedestrian activity, the time of day, day of the week, construction activity, traffic incidents and even the weather can influence the flow of traffic at any given time. Being a coastal city with a very active community and a strong tourism influence, the traffic signal system faces many unique challenges that our neighboring cities may not have. Staff is constantly monitoring and fine-tuning the system to improve traffic flow, but as it can change instantly, this will always be a work in progress.

The traffic signal system will continually evolve through maintenance, software enhancements, monitoring and timing upgrades. While these practices will improve the efficiency of the roadway network, additional physical roadway improvements, such as roadway widening and additional turn-lanes, will be studied and constructed as needed. 

• AskART
This database can only be used at the library. 
AskART is an online database containing over 270,000 artists and auction records. 
• Axis 360 eBooks & Audiobooks
  Wide selection of downloadable eBooks and audiobooks for all ages.
• Literature Resource Center
  A literature reference database designed for both the undergraduate and graduate student as well as the sophisticated casual user.
• Novelist Plus
  A fiction and non-fiction database that provides author, title, and subject access, series information and more. Unabridged and abridged audiobooks can also be searched. 
• Novelist Plus K-8
  Specializes in book information geared towards children and young adults.
• OverDrive eBooks & Audiobooks
  Wide selection of downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, and streaming video for all ages.

• ABI/Inform
  Business oriented resources for large, small and privately owned companies.
• AtoZ Databases
  Offers 30 million business & executives profiles, 220 million residents, 2.3 million job/internship opportunities, Interview Tips, Résumé Templates, and more.
• Business Plans Handbook
  Digital version of the Business Plans Handbook series
• Cypress Resume
  In just a few short steps, you'll have a well-written, professional-looking resume
• Gale Directory Library
  Search directories of associations and broadcast media companies
• Hoover’s Company Records
  Find up to date proprietary editorial content covering more than 40,000 public and non-public companies and 225,000 key executives.
• Morningstar
  A resource for insightful information on stocks, mutual funds, variable annuities, closed-end funds and more.
• Rand California
  This database can only be used at the library.
• Realquest
  This database can only be used at the library and requires staff assistance to log on.
• Reference USA
  Provides directory information for U.S. businesses and residents.
• S & P NetAdvantage
  Provides independent credit ratings, indices, risk evaluation, investment research and data.
• ValueLine
  Online version of The Value Line Investment Survey

• Axis 360
  Axis 360 provides text ebook versions of bestsellers, classic literature and other fiction and non-fiction titles.
• Overdrive
  Overdrive provides text eBooks and audio versions of bestsellers, classic literature and other fiction and non-fiction titles in WMA and MP3 format.
• Zinio Digital Magazines
  Free digital magazine subscriptions available on desktop computers, laptops and mobile devices.

• Health & Medical Complete
  Provides coverage from leading health journals and essential medical journals in key medical specialties.
• Science & Technology
  Periodicals on science and social science subjects.

• Career Tools
  Pursue a new career and gain advice on resumes, cover letters, interviews, and networking.
• Gale Virtual Reference Library
  Search full-text ebooks on a wide variety of topics, including arts, business, history, science, social science and more.
• Lynda.com 
  Funded by a generous donation from the NBPL Foundation. Over 3,000 online video tutorials to help you learn business, design, multimedia and other software skills at home.  If you need help resetting your Lynda.com password, contact Lynda Customer Service at (888) 335-9632
• Rosetta Stone
  Learn languages from home using the Rosetta Stone online database
• Testing & Education Reference Center
  Provides users with in-depth information on colleges and universities, graduate and professional programs, distance learning and more.
• Universal Class
  Offers in-depth teaching and training on a wide variety of topics, from writing a business plan to planning a wedding.

• Ancient History & Culture
  Offers online resources and videos of the histories for eight major civilizations.
• AtoZ Databases
  Offers 2.3 million job/internship opportunities, Interview Tips, and Résumé Templates.
• Biography in Context
  Includes full-text articles from hundreds of periodicals.
• CultureGrams
  Provides concise cultural and statistical snapshots of every country recognized by the United Nations.
• Gale Virtual Reference Library
  Search full-text ebooks on a wide variety of topics, including arts, business, history, science, social science and more.
• Kids InfoBits
  A database developed especially for beginning researchers in Kindergarten through Grade 5.
• Literature Resource Center
  A literature reference database designed for both the undergraduate and graduate student as well as the sophisticated casual user.
• National Geographic Kids
  Research people, cultures and animals using resources from National Geographic.
• Opposing Viewpoints
  Collects " for" and "against" articles based on social issues.
• ScienceFlix
  ScienceFlix provides students in grades 4 through 9 with thousands of science-related articles, videos and interactive projects and experiments that will help to expand their knowlege and prepare them for thoughtful interaction in science discussions and activities at school.
• Testing & Education Reference Center
  Provides users with in-depth information on colleges and universities, graduate and professional programs, distance learning and more.
• Tuition Funding Sources
  Offers students the largest scholarship database in the world with over $41 Billion in scholarship awards along with a career personality test and detailed college and career information. When you register, choose "school from California" in the list of schools.
• Tumblebooks
  An online collection of animated, talking picture books.
• World Book Encyclopedia
  Access to the online version of the World Book Encyclopedia.
• World Book Kids
  Offers simpler navigation, thousands of colorful illustrations, diagrams, and maps, and dozens of activities tied to national curriculum standards.

• Career Online High School (COHS) is an accredited online high school diploma and career certification program available through participating public libraries by the California State Library. Newport Beach Public Library offers free enrollment to a limited number of qualified adult students.

• Adults who are at least 19 years old and wish to earn their high school diplomas can apply to COHS.  Minors should pursue their high school education through existing high school programs. Program applicants must have a Newport Beach Public Library card. NBPL library cards are available free to residents of California.

• Enrollment is limited. Prospective students must successfully complete an online self-assessment. Once the self-assessment is completed, prospective students will be contacted and if they are eligible will be given a link to a two-week prerequisite course. Those who pass the prerequisite course with a score of 70% or above within a two-week period will then be interviewed in person to determine if they will receive a scholarship. Successful completion of the prerequisite course does not guarantee a scholarship will be awarded.

• No.  This is not a GED (General Educational Development) program. Successful graduates will earn a high school diploma and an entry-level career certification through an accredited high school.

• While both the GED and the high school diploma are important, there are several differences between them. Among the most significant is the fact that some colleges, institutions, and organizations require a high school diploma and may not accept the GED.  In addition to providing a high school diploma, COHS gives students the benefit of earning a career certificate and completing additional job preparation documents and training.

• Through COHS, students may earn a certificate in the following areas: Childcare and Education; Certified Protection Officer (Security Officer); Office Management; Certified Transportation Services (Trucker/Commercial Driver); Homeland Security; General Career Preparation; Retail Customer Service Skills; Food Service and Customer Service Skills.

• Students will be given up to 18 months to complete the program, which will consist of 18 credits. Students accepted into the program may transfer up to 14 credits from their former accredited high school. Depending on how many credits the student is able to transfer, the program can be completed in as few as five months. The average time to complete is 12 months.

The purpose of this policy is to establish standards concerning the use of the areas officially designated for the display and distribution of materials at the Newport Beach Public Central Library and, to the extent established, any similar shelves in any Library branch.

The Newport Beach Public Library makes available shelves for the display and distribution of materials for Library customers to obtain information provided by various governmental agencies.  Central Library and the three branch locations each have a designated area for the display and distribution of materials in the Library.

The following are the guidelines established by the Library Trustees for the use of these shelves:

A. The materials to be given away must be in brochure, pamphlet, flyer, and/or business card formats, and must not exceed 8.5" x 14" in size.

B. No materials provided by any non-governmental agency will be permitted on the designated shelves.  Acceptable materials for dissemination on the shelves include Library information and announcements including Friends of the Library and Newport Beach Public Library Foundation material; and materials from other governmental agencies – e.g. City, County, State, and Federal information; and information and instructional materials from schools in the Newport Beach area (schools are defined by the California Department of Education at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/ds/dos.asp).

C. All items placed on the designated shelves should be approved by the Adult Services Coordinator or their designee at Central Library and the Branch Librarians or their designee at the branch locations.  The Library Services Manager should be consulted if there is doubt about the suitability of a particular item.  Library staff is responsible for placing the materials on the designated shelves and removing out-dated material. The provider may furnish any display holder it desires for its materials so long as the display holder is of an appropriate size, shape, and material and that there is sufficient display space for materials received.

D. The Library is not responsible for the damage, theft, or loss of any materials or display holders.

E. Other than materials provided by the City of Newport Beach or the Library, no materials intended to be given to or seen by the public may be placed by any person or entity in any lobby area, other shelves, desks or tables, or anywhere else in any of the Libraries.

F. Library staff has the right to remove and dispose of any materials that fail to meet these standards in any way.  The Library is not responsible for returning undistributed materials.

Adopted – February 17, 2015

Last Updated - February 17, 2015

The Newport Beach Public Library Board encourages and welcomes gifts and bequests to the Library. Gifts may be given to the Newport Beach Public Library, to the Newport Beach Public Library Foundation and to the Friends of the Newport Beach Public Library.

It is the position of the Board of Library Trustees that gifts and bequests given to the Library shall be used to supplement those funds appropriated for use by the Library, and shall not in any way supplant such funds appropriated for Library salaries and maintenance and operations of the Library.

Foundation Gifts

A. The NBPL Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization. All donors who contribute $1,000 or more to the Foundation shall be permanently recognized on a donor recognition system as follows:

Donor Levels

1. $ 1,000 to $ 2,499
2. $ 2,500 to $ 4,999
3. $ 5,000 to $ 9,999
4. $ 10,000 to $24,999
5. $ 25,000 to $49,999
6. $ 50,000 to $99,999
7. $100,000 and above

B. A special section of the donor recognition system shall be rifled "Memorials" recognizing gifts of $1,000 or more made in memory of an individual.

C. All service clubs, PTA’S, schools or other organizations who collectively donate $1,000 or more shall be recognized by the organizational name.

Dedication opportunities exist for those donors who make gifts to specific areas of the Library. Gifts to fund specific collections or areas of the Library must be reviewed and approved by the Board of Library Trustees and be compatible with the Collection Development Policy of the Library. Items purchased for a specific subject will not be kept separately, but will be integrated into the collection.

Recognition of pledges shall be based upon the total amount pledged. Gifts of $5,000 or greater shall have five (5) years to complete the pledge, and recognition shall be implemented after the pledge has been fulfilled. Appropriate recognition items will be given to donors at the discretion of the Newport Beach Public Library Foundation Board. The cost of such items may not exceed one to two percent (1 - 2%) of the total amount of the gift. Any exception to this policy will require the express approval of the Newport Beach Library Board of Trustees.

Friends Gifts

The Friends of the Newport Beach Public Library is a 501(c) 3 organization.

• The Friends accept donations of used books to be sold in the Friends Book Store. The disposition of donated books is determined by the Bookstore Manager.
• Other gifts offered to the Friends will be reviewed and considered for acceptance by the Friends Board.
• Recognition of donations shall be recommended by the Friends Board and considered for approval by the Board of Library Trustees.

Library Gifts

Gifts offered directly to the Library will be reviewed and considered for acceptance by the Board of Library Trustees. Gifts to the Library are also tax deductible. Recognition of donations by plaques, signage or other permanent display shall be approved by the Board of Library Trustees.

Dedication opportunities exist for those donors who make gifts to specific areas of the Library. Gifts to fund specific collections or areas of the Library must be reviewed and approved by the Board of Library Trustees and be compatible with the Collection Development Policy of the Library. Items purchased for a specific subject will not be kept separately, but will be integrated into the collection.

Adopted - March 11,1991

Amended - October 28,1991

Amended - February 10, 1992

Amended - January 24,1994

Amended - March 9, 1998

Reassigned - April 8, 2003

Amended - October 18, 2005

Amended - October 10, 2006

Formerly 0-8

Formerly 1-17

The Newport Beach Public Library encourages parents/adult caregivers to bring children to the library whenever possible. The City offers many programs designed to encourage children to use and enjoy the library. The library staff has been trained to help children enjoy the library and the materials it offers; the library is not a babysitting or daycare facility. It is the responsibility of the parent/adult caregiver to supervise and ensure the safety, welfare and appropriate behavior of his/her children while in the Library.

For purposes of this policy the term disruptive behavior means the creation of loud and unreasonable noise, running, jumping, climbing, fighting or other behavior which could interfere with the rights of other patrons.

Library staff shall administer the following policies relative to the presence of children in the library:

A. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHT

Children under eight may not be left unattended in the library. Parents/adult caregivers must be present in the immediate vicinity of any child under eight. Parents/adult caregivers are responsible for their child's behavior while in the library and staff will attempt to advise the parent/adult caregiver if the child's behavior is disrupting staff or other patrons. Parents/adult caregivers who fail to correct their child's behavior in response to a request from staff may be asked to remove their child from the library.

If it is determined that any child under the age of eight is unattended, and the parent/adult caregiver is not in the building, staff may call the Newport Beach Police Department to place the child in care of the police.

B. CHILDREN BETWEEN EIGHT AND TWELVE

Children between the ages of eight and twelve may use the library on their own, but the parent/adult caregiver assumes responsibility for their behavior. Staff may ask children of that age to behave and, if the disruptive behavior continues, will request that the child leave the library. An attempt may be made to notify parents/adult caregivers; however, the library assumes no responsibility to do so. I-6 2

Neither the Newport Beach Public Library nor the City of Newport Beach assumes responsibility for the welfare of any child asked to leave the library.

C. CHILDREN TWELVE AND OLDER

Disruptive children over the age of twelve will be asked to leave the facility after receiving one warning from staff. If the child refuses to leave the library, the police may be called for assistance. Staff will attempt to notify the responsible parent/adult caregiver before or after the warning and may request parental assistance.

Neither the Newport Beach Public Library nor the City of Newport Beach assumes responsibility for the welfare of any child asked to leave the library.

D. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF TWELVE

Any child under the age of twelve who remains in the library at closing time without a parent/caregiver present shall be placed in the care of the Newport Beach Police Department.

Adopted - January 24, 1994

Reassigned – April 8, 2003

Amended – September 27, 2011

Formerly I-20

City Council Policy I-6

Use of the Internet access computers requires a library card number. Those ineligible for a free library card – i.e., international, out-of-state residents – may be issued a free "Internet use only" (no borrowing privileges) card by presenting some personal identification.

The Internet and its available resources contain a wide variety of material and opinions from varied points of view. It is a global electronic network which enables the library to provide information to customers beyond the library’s collection.

The library does not monitor and has no control over the information on the Internet. Not all sources on the Internet provide accurate, complete, or current information. You may need to question the validity of the information you find.

Materials obtained or copied on this computer network may be subject to copyright laws. Illegal activities or any other activities that are intended to interfere with or disrupt network users, services, or equipment are prohibited.

In offering Internet access, the library cannot control access points which often change rapidly and unpredictably. Library users access the Internet at their own discretion and the library is not responsible for any access points they reach.  As with other library materials, parents and guardians of children, not the library, are responsible for their children’s use of the Internet. While it is the responsibility of parents to establish rules for their children’s use of the Internet, the NBPL has taken steps to assist parents in this task. The Library has installed on the children’s computers a blocking service which prevents known violent or sexually explicit material from being accessed. This service has proven to be reliable in blocking inappropriate children’s material from appearing on these computers. However, since some content providers deliberately attempt to thwart blocking programs and since some children seek to overcome such blocking, the NBPL does not guarantee that inappropriate material will not be accessed by children; appropriate use of the Internet must be the responsibility of parents. Parents are encouraged to read Keeping Kids Safer on the Internet: Tips for Parents and Guardians and view the resources for parents and guardians athttp://www.netsmartz.org/Parents.

Approved by the Board of Library Trustees - November 11, 1996

Adopted - February 24, 1997

Amended & Reassigned – April 8, 2003

Amended & Reassigned – August 17, 2004

Amended & Reassigned – May 7, 2012

Formerly I-22

A Newport Beach Public Library Card is required to check out materials, use eBranch resources or use the library computers.

How do I obtain a library card?

• Visit any Newport Beach Public Library
• Complete the registration form
• Provide photo ID with current address
• Have a parent co-sign if you are under the age of 18
• You may apply for a temporary web-registered card online

How much does a library card cost?

• Library cards are free for California residents
• $10.00 annual fee for out-of-state library customers

• Report a lost card immediately!
• Ask Customer Service for a replacement card.
• Provide photo ID to receive a free replacement card

• Books – 3 weeks
• New Adult Books - 3 weeks
• Lucky Day Books – 1 week
• CDs – 3 weeks
• Audiobooks – 3 weeks
• DVDs/Blu-rays – 1 week
• Rental DVDs/Blu-rays ($1.00) – 1 day
• Magazines - 3 weeks
• Video Games - 1 week
• Children's Kits - 3 weeks
• eReaders - 3 weeks
• Tech Toys - 1 week

The maximum number of items which may be checked out to one cardholder is 50 total, any combination of the following:

• Books - 50
• Magazines - 50
• Audio Materials (combination of Audiobooks, CDs and Children's Kits) – 10
• Video Discs (combination of DVDs, Blu-Rays and Video Games) - 10

Fines for Overdue Materials:

· General Materials - $0.25/day to Maximum

· DVDs/Blu-rays (non-rental) - $0.25/day to Maximum

· Rental DVDs/Blu-rays - $1.00/day to Maximum

· Paperbacks, Periodicals - $0.25/day to Maximum

· New books - $0.25/day to Maximum

· CDs - $0.25/day to Maximum

· Lucky Day Books - $0.25/day to Maximum

· Video games and eReader - $1.00/day to Maximum

· Laptop  - $5.00/hour

· Tech Toys - $5.00/day to Maximum

Maximum Fines:

· General Materials, Audio Books, Lucky Day Books and ILL Materials - $10.00

· Paperbacks, Periodicals - $5.00

· DVDs/Blu-rays - $10.00

· CDs - $10.00

· Video games and eReaders- $20.00

· Laptops - $1,200.00

· Tech Toys - $100.00

Replacement Cost of Materials - Actual Replacement Cost of Item

When replacement cost cannot be determined, the following averages apply:

· General Materials - $20.00

· Periodicals & Paperbacks - $ 5.00

· DVDs/Blu-rays - $25.00

· CDs - $20.00

· Video games - $50.00

· Laptops and/or peripherals- $1,200.00

· eReader and/or peripherals - $120.00

· Interlibrary Loan (ILL) - Cost as determined by the lending library

· Tech Toys - $400.00

When materials are replaced, fines paid are applied to replacement and processing charge.  The following Processing Charges apply in addition to Replacement Costs:

· General Materials, DVDs , Bu-rays, Video Games and eReaders - $10.00

· Paperbacks (mass market)/Periodicals - $3.00

· Tech Toys - $20.00

Other Fees:

· Replacement of Compact Disc Cases - $1.00

· Replacement of DVD/Blu-ray/BOCD Case - $4.00

· Fee for Damage to Barcode or RFID tag on Library Materials - $1.00

· Interlibrary Loan Fee (per item): $5.00

You can renew your items by accessing your account in the library catalog. To renew by telephone, please call 949-717-3837.

Two renewals (equal to the initial checkout period) are allowed on all materials, with the following exceptions:

• Rental DVDs and Blu-rays cannot be renewed.
• Lucky Day books cannot be renewed.
• Tech Toys cannot be renewed.
• Items which are on hold cannot be renewed.

You can place a hold:

• In person at the library or from home through the online catalog or with the assistance of a librarian.
• By telephone. Call Telephone Reference at 949-717-3800, extension 2.
• On the Web site by going to the Library Catalog.

The maximum number of holds is 50.

Placing a hold

After doing a search, you may want to see if a particular item is available for checkout. The item record in the library catalog will tell you if the item is "checked in" at a particular branch. If the item is checked in and you want to pick it up the same day, call Telephone Reference at 949-717-3800 extension 2 to request the item.

If the item is not available, you can make a hold request online. The library will then hold the item for you when it becomes available. To request a specific volume of a multi-volume work, call Telephone Reference at 949-717-3800, extension 2.

To request a hold on a library item through the online catalog:

• Search for a library item.
• Click the Place Hold button next to the item that you want.
• Log in to your user account. Type in your last name and the 14 digit NBPL card barcode.
  • The catalog displays the Request Confirmation page. You can see the number of your hold position (or the order in which requests for this item will be filled).
• Choose a pickup location from the drop-down list.
• Click Place Hold.
  • The catalog displays a message saying that your request has been placed successfully.
• Do one of these options:
  • Click Regular Display to return to your search results.
  • Click Logout and Start Over to log out of your account and continue searching

Suggest a title (published within the last 12 months) you would like the library to purchase.

Recommendations from the public are welcome. However, requesting a new title does not guarantee that it will be added to the collection. The library acquires materials of both permanent and current interest in all subjects, based upon the merits of a work in relation to the needs and interests of the community.

NBPL's free homebound delivery service is available to Newport Beach residents who are unable to come to the library due to temporary or long-term illness or disability.

How it works:

• Once accepted for the service, Homebound Delivery Service customers receive a preferences form to fill out, to help librarians select materials that will meet their needs.
• A trained volunteer will talk about reading and entertainment preferences with the customer and will serve as a liaison with library staff.
• Librarians will make every effort to select the kinds of materials the homebound customer will enjoy.
• After materials are selected, the volunteer will deliver them to the customer and pick up items that were delivered on a previous visit.

If you'd like to receive Homebound Delivery Service, or if you want to participate as a volunteer in the program, please call 949-717-3824.

It is easier than ever to pick up library materials.  You don't even have to get out of your car. We will deliver items directly to you at curbside in front of the Central Library when you call and arrange for curbside delivery of items you have placed on "Hold."  This special service is available at Central Library, during library hours on Monday through Friday.

Here’s how it works:

• Once you have been notified that your hold is ready for pickup, call the circulation desk @ (949) 717-3850 on the day that you are going to come to the library and request curbside delivery.
• The clerk answering the phone will need your name and/or library card number in order to locate your items.
• Give staff enough time to pull your held items and prepare them for your pickup.
• You will need to bring your picture ID to the Library and have it ready when the items are brought out to the car.
• When you arrive at the Library, call the circulation desk again @ (949) 717-3850 and let them know you are in the lot.
• Stay in your car at the front entrance to the Library and a staff member will bring the items out to your car.  Please be sure to have your ID ready to ensure the right items are being delivered to the right customer.

If you have any questions, please call (949) 717-3850, send an email to nbplcirc@newportbeachca.gov or inquire at our website.

On September 10, 2014, the City Council declared a Level One implementation of drought action.  This adds new layers of restrictions:

• Property owners, even the City, can only irrigate lawns and landscaping a maximum of four days per week from April through October and two days per week from November through March.
  • The City has set specific watering days by neighborhood. To find your watering days, click here and enter your address in the field labeled "What are my watering days?" or view the watering days map.
• Each customer's water use should not exceed 100% of the "base amount".  The "base amount" is a three-year, moving average of your water use during that same billing period. For example, each month usage is compared in 2014 with the same month in 2013, 2012, and 2011. Your current water usage, your usage during the same billing period last year, and your three-year average water use is already shown on your Municipal Services Statement (See a sample statement here).
• Water leaks must be repaired within 72 hours.
• Ornamental lake, pond or fountains can only be filled once per week.
• Swimming pools/spas can only be filled or re-filled one foot per week.

For more information, visit newportbeachca.gov/water or call the City's water conservation hotline at 949-644-3388.

Note: If you receive your water from someone other than the City, you should contact your water supplier (IRWD or Mesa Water) for more information about conservation regulations specific to you.

As we celebrate the holidays with our families and friends by frying turkeys, or lighting Christmas trees, here are some great safety tips to ensure a safe and happy holiday seasons. 

Christmas Tree Safety
Thanksgiving Safety

Plan check fees are due at the time of plan submittal. Permit fees are paid at permit issuance. Additional fees may apply according to the complexity of your project. Such as: 

• Additions of more than 499 square feet, which require school fees to be paid to the relevant school district and must be paid prior to permit issuance. 
  
• Park and recreation, transportation, traffic signal, fair share and impact fees, which are due at time of permit issuance.

We highly recommend installation of smoke detectors as they save lives and properties. We recommend installing a smoke alarm in every room and hallway of the house. Should you need smoke alarm detectors installed, you can contact an electrician for assistance.

The Fire Department does not install car seats. For information on installation, please contact Safe Kids OC at (714) 532-8631; Safety in Motion at (714) 264-2924 or OC Health Agency Child Passenger Safety Info Line at (714) 796-0173. For installation training, please contact the California Highway Patrol at (714) 892-4426 to make an appointment.

Join our Community Emergency Response Team (“CERT”) to learn what to do following an unexpected disaster such as an earthquake, tsunami or fire. We invite all residents to join our CERT program and no cost to Newport Beach residents. There is a $40.00 fee for non-residents. For further details on our CERT Program and a current course schedule click click http://www.newportbeachca.gov/cert  Should you have further questions, contact Matt Brisbois, Community Preparedness Coordinator at (949) 644-3112.

A permit can be obtained by completing the appropriate required forms and comply with our Fire Guidelines and Standards. Please click on the link for further details http://www.newportbeachca.gov/firepermits 

You can call Household Hazardous Waste at (714) 834-6752. For further information please click www.newportbeachca.gov/hazardouswaste.

The City does not provide this service. We recommend searching the internet or your local yellow pages.

Should you need to dispose your fire extinguisher, please contact the Regional Household Hazardous Materials Collection Center at (714) 834-6752.

Please call our Municipal Operations Department at (949) 644-3011.

Please call our Community Development Department/Building Division at (949) 644-3200 or the automated inspection line at (949) 644-3255.

The Plan Check Examiner’s over the counter hours are Monday & Wednesday 8:00am to 12:00pm. To leave a message for the Plan Check Examiner, please call (949) 644-3106.

The required “Incident Report Request Form” must be completed and submitted to Life Safety Services Division by either faxing the completed form to (949) 644-3120.  Click here to obtain a copy of the Form.

Please allow approximately 10 calendar days for processing. Should a report be available, the fee is $6.00. Should you have further questions, please call (949) 644-3106.

The City offers the official Fire Medics program to Newport Beach residents and businesses. By joining the Fire Medics program, you will avoid costly out-of-pocket expenses anywhere from $980 to $1,500 per paramedic visit. The annual fee is $48, which includes coverage for unlimited paramedic services and emergency ambulance transportation with no out-of-pocket expenses. Membership covers everyone (family members, guests, customers, or employees) at the subscribing address, whether a residence or business. Non-members are billed for the full cost for paramedic assistance  up to $1,500 per visit. Click here for the brochure. 

There is no paperwork or bills, whether you are insured or not. The health plans of insured individuals are billed directly. In this case, Fire Medics membership covers everything related to paramedic and emergency ambulance services not covered by insurance Call (949) 644-3383 for more information.

The City’s paramedic billing is handled by Wittman Enterprise.  They can be contacted at (800) 906-6552.

There are four easy ways to register for classes and activities that are provided through the Newport Beach Recreation & Senior Services Department. You may register online, mail-In your registration, fax it in, or walk-in to the Recreation Office at City Hall.

To register online, go to www.newportbeachca.gov and click on RECREATION CLASSES. First time users must create a user account.

To register by fax, fax in your completed registration form along with a credit card number to 949-644-3155.

To register by mail, mail in your completed registration form and payment to City of Newport Beach, Recreation & Senior Services Department, 3300 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach , CA, 92663.

To register in person, come by the Recreation & Senior Services Department at City Hall, located at 3300 Newport Blvd. Office hours are Monday thru Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm, Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. After office hours, a drop box is available outside the Recreation office door.

For more information, please call 949-644-3151.

The Recreation & Senior Services Department has classroom and meeting room facilities at several locations. Rooms are used by City youth programs and contract classes, but are often available for individual rentals. Facilities include:

Balboa Community Center on the peninsula near the Newport pier;
Bonita Creek Community Center in Bonita Creek Park at Jamboree and University Drive
Carroll Beek Center on Balboa Island
Cliff Drive Community Center off Riverside Drive near the main Post Office
Community Youth Center in Grant Howald Park at 5th & Iris, Corona del Mar
Vincent Jorgeson Room at Mariners Branch Library
West Newport Community Center on 15th St.

There are additional rooms available at the OASIS Senior Center at 5th and Marguerite in Coronal del Mar and the Newport Coast Community Center at 6401 San Joaquin Hills Road in Newport Coast. Please contact the Center directly for reservations at that location. The telephone number for OASIS is 949-644-3244, and the number for NCCC is 949-270-8100. Please be aware of the following regulations for room use: - Alcoholic beverages are not permitted except at the OASIS Senior Center - No smoking is allowed - Rooms must be left in the same condition as found, with chairs and tables stacked and stored - Food and beverages by permission only - If minors are using the facility, at least one adult per 20 minors must be in attendance at all times. Additional Rules and Regulations pertain to room use. Please read the 'Facility Use Agreement' which is part of the Facilities Reservation Application package.

The rental packet for all facilities can be found at http://www.newportbeachca.gov/index.aspx?page=210.

Slip prices in Newport Harbor are set by the competitive market and harbor renters do not have monopolistic pricing power.  The City recognized at the time that increasing rent charges to the harbor renters would have a financial impact on commercial pier operators. Therefore, the City phased in the increases over a period of several years to soften the impact. 

No. The City Council reviewed all classes of harbor users, as well as other users of tidelands property, and adjusted charges as appropriate.

Corona del Mar Main Beach

Current Parking Rates:

• Rates vary depending on time of day and time of year. 
• Year round $18.15 daily maximum (except Holidays listed below)    
• May-September 6am-9am & 6pm-10pm: $3.00/hr and 9am-6pm: $4:80/hr,
• October-April weekdays 6am-10pm: $1.80/hr, weekends 6am-9am & 6pm-10pm: $3.00/hr and 9am-6pm: $4:80/hr
• Holiday Rates (Memorial Day, Independence Day & Labor Day) 6am-10pm: 4.80/hr  $24.20 daily maximum.
• Rates are per space occupied.
• Disabled plates and placard holders: same rates above. 
• All major credit cards accepted. 
• Pay by Plate Pay Stations. Enter vehicle license plate and zone # when making payment, immediately after parking in space. If no license plate on vehicle, use last four digits of vehicle identification number (VIN).See more information on Pay by Plate Pay Stations by clicking here 
  Pay by Phone available through ParkMobile phone app. Create ParkMobile account by clicking here.
• Payment is required in advance from 6am to 10pm everyday, including weekends and holidays.

Lot Regulations:

• No Overnight Camping/Sleeping in Cars or RV's.
• Maximum length of vehicle is 40 feet.
• No detached trailers.
• No reserved parking/Always "first come, first served".
• No BBQs allowed at this parking lot, park or beach.

General Lot Information:

• 572 total spaces.
• City Annual Parking Permit is accepted and can be purchased at Civic Center, Customer Service counter or online.
• CA State Permit is not accepted.
• Corona Del Mar lot is open 6:00 am to 10:00 pm daily 
• Corona Del Mar lot is located just south of the intersection of Jasmine and Ocean Blvd in Corona Del Mar.
• No discount for handicap parking.
• Contact: AmeriPark - (949) 524-8915 

Beach Hours: 6am-10pm

BBQ’s: Barbeques are not permitted on the beach, in the parking lot or at the parks above the beach (Lookout and Inspiration Points)
The public can use the City provided bbq’s in the picnic area. The bbq’s, tables, and picnic area are available 1st come 1st serve only. The City does not accept reservations for this area. Charcoal may be used only in the City provided bbq’s in this picnic area. The public may not bring and use their own personal bbq’s in this area.

Fire Rings: The public is allowed to put a metal grill over the fire ring to cook on. (Note: this means you may put only the actual metal grill portion of the bbq on top of the fire ring, not the whole bbq device)
Wood only may be used in the fire rings marked wood. Charcoal is permitted in all fire rings. PALET BURNING IS NOT PERMITTED. It is ok to use lighter fluid to start wood fires in the fire rings. For safety reasons, you should keep the lighter fluid away from the fire ring once it is in use.

Other activities/items not permitted include: Glass containers, caterers and other commercial businesses may not operate on the beach, picnic area, or parking lots, amplified sound or music, alcohol, catering companies, food/drink or product sales, displays, or giveaway’s, smoking, bounce houses, water slides, fireworks, and tents. Tent type shade structures may only be used if you can see into at least 3 sides of them.

Only typical beach equipment including beach chairs, umbrellas, blankets, shade canopies, etc. may be used on the beach. Tables and chairs (excluding beach chairs) are not permitted. Only City provided volleyball poles/nets may be used.
Questions: NB Park Patrol (949) 795-2381 or Matt Dingwall, Recreation Supervisor (949) 644-3152

There was a significant amount of public review of the City’s work. We’ve had multiple public meetings with mooring permit holders, Balboa Yacht Basin users, commercial pier holders and several study sessions with the entire City Council (open to anyone who wanted to attend). The two appraisers that handled commercial uses met twice with commercial permittees in workshops and met on a one-on-one basis with individual marina operators. Public and committee input from these meetings and workshops resulted in changes to the City’s initial proposals – changes that reflected good ideas or concepts as suggested by public participants.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has complied a FAQ webpage with answers to more specific questions regarding COVID-19. In addition, the CDC main website provides national updates, information and resources regarding COVID-19. 

For the latest information on the California Governor's Executive Order, visit covid19.ca.gov.

For the latest local health information and COVID-19 cases, visit the Orange County Health Care Agency's webpage.

Cities and counties are obligated to follow the state and federal laws that clearly define what can and cannot be done when addressing the impacts of homelessness. Generally, case law precludes a city from enforcing its anti-camping laws if there are not places for a homeless person to go.  

In September 2018, the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in its Martin v. City of Boise that the Eighth Amendment precluded the enforcement of laws prohibiting sleeping outside against homeless individuals with no access to an alternative shelter. Specifically, the Ninth Circuit held that, as long as there is no option for sleeping indoors, the government cannot criminalize indigent, homeless people from sleeping outdoors, on public property.

As a result, the federal judge overseeing Orange County's homeless issues was asked to block cities from enforcing anti-camping laws if the city does not have an adequate, alternative sleeping location for these individuals experiencing homelessness, such as a shelter bed or other housing. 

Newport Beach has no such facilities, though it does have one, 12-bed home for veterans operated by a local non-profit. That home is at capacity.

After considering various shelter options in and around Newport Beach, the City entered a partnership with the City of Costa Mesa in 2021 to share bed space in the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter near the John Wayne Airport. Taking a regional approach to combatting homelessness allows both cities to combine resources and operate more efficiently while providing an array of services to those experiencing homelessness. 

Homelessness is an issue occurring throughout the county, region and state. As of 2018, California’s homeless population was estimated at 130,000.

Locally, the 2019 Point in Time Count observed approximately 6,860 homeless persons in Orange County. Of which, 64 individuals were homeless and unsheltered in Newport Beach. A more recent count identified 45 homeless individuals in the City. Because of the transient nature of those experiencing homelessness, the number fluctuates from week-to-week and month-to-month.

While some of these more than 6,800 homeless individuals countywide were in shelters, more than half were unsheltered. Meaning, they are living in parks, vacant lots, public transit centers, parking lots and other places not intended for human dwelling.

We work with each homeless individual on a case-by-case basis to see if we can get them the services they may be eligible for, including moving them into housing. But, most don’t accept outreach right away. Oftentimes, folks are resistant to seeing case workers or our police officer assigned to work with the homeless (one officer is assigned to this subject matter full-time). 

Multiple visits can be required before we can gain someone’s trust to even have them start talking with us to work on their solutions. That is why in addition to our full-time officer, who is assisted by a caseworker from the County’s Healthcare Agency, the City has contracted with CityNet to provide homeless outreach services.

CityNet also deploys staff to assist with street outreach and case management services. Street outreach seeks to connect unsheltered homeless neighbors with emergency shelter, housing, or critical services, healthcare and providing urgent, non-facility-based care. 

Bonita Creek Park is the only City facility that is utilizing synthetic turf at this time.  However, Newport Harbor High School and Sage Hill School have also converted to synthetic turf athletic fields.

Each individual has his or her own reasons, but the Point in Time Count found that that many homeless persons are either physically or mentally disabled, some have substance abuse issues, others have mental health or physical health issues, and some are homeless as a result of domestic violence.

The bus station is operated and maintained by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). OCTA controls the site, however, the Newport Beach Police Department often assists with incidents that may take place there. OCTA staff currently works under the same legal framework as the City and does not have any shelters that can provide housing to the homeless.

We anticipate that this complex issue will take time and the cooperation of our OCTA partners to resolve, and we are actively working together to develop long-term solutions.

The California Public Utilities Commission's Rule 20 sets policies and procedures for converting overhead utilities (electric, telephone, cable television) and other equipment to underground facilities. Under Rule 20, undergrounding projects can be financed by utility rate money, combined rate funds and local tax proceeds, or private funds depending upon what section of the Rule is applicable.

• Rule 20A projects are paid for by the utility companies as directed by the Public Utilities Commission. In order to qualify for full funding, projects must provide a benefit to the general public and the utilities must be located within a civic, recreational, or scenic area or along an arterial or major collector road in a local government's general plan.
• Rule 20B allows property owners who do not quality for Rule 20A funds to form an underground utility assessment district.
• Rule 20C enables a property owner to privately fund the undergrounding of overhead facilitates if neither Rule 20A nor 20B applies. 

Click here to download the step by step process. 

The state offers two programs to assist persons who meet minimum requirements for economic and physical hardship. For general information on these programs, please call the State Controller's Office at 916-445-2336 or visit one of the following websites:

• Homeowner and Renter Assistance - State of California Franchise Tax Board 

• Property Tax Postponement program - California State Controller's Office 

The City has been informed that the state has suspended these programs until further notice.  For additional information, contact the State Controller's Office at 916-445-2336.