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Recommendation to authorize City Manager to execute a permit with Marina Sailing Charters, Inc., to use and occupy portions of the docks, slips, and end ties at Rainbow Harbor for the purpose of operating a sailboat charter service for a three-year term, with one two-year renewal option, at the discretion of the City Manager or his designee. (District 2)
DISCUSSION
Marina Sailing Charters, Inc., (Marina Sailing) has been operating in Southern California since 1962. They currently operate out of six locations, including the Channel Islands, Marina Del Rey, Redondo Beach, Newport Beach, San Diego, and Long Beach. At this time, Marina Sailing is requesting a permit to operate a sailboat charter service out of Rainbow Harbor (Exhibit A).
Marina Sailing has been operating a sailing club out of Rainbow Marina since 1981, and provides a low-cost alternative to boat ownership. Members have access to daily sailing activities, including beginning, intermediate, and advance sailing lessons; a full-service sailing club; racing; cruising; group day-sails; sunset sails; and charters.
Instructors are United States Coast Guard licensed skippers and certified by the American Sailing Association. The 22-vessel fleet ranges in size from a 25' yacht to a 46' yacht. Half-day rentals cost between $87 and $380, depending on the size of the yacht and its amenities. Marina Sailing operates seven days per week, year-round, except on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. This service will enhance the services already provided at Rainbow Harbor.
The following are major provisions of the proposed permit:
· Premises: Commercial dock space, as assigned by the Marine Bureau.
· Authorized Use: Operation of a sailboat charter service.
· Term: Three years, through March 31, 2011.
· Renewal Options: One two-year renewal option, at the discretion of the City
Manager or his designee.
· Permit Fee: Six percent of annual gross receipts for the first and second y...
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