SDCoD Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes Archives

2026-09-30 Review of 3Rs season, now that season is over. Marc contacted lifeguards for communication improvement. Also asked for feedback on monthly meetings. Mollie has some ideas for possible SDCoD events in addition to the 3Rs program. Suggestions included instructional dives and beach cleanups to get more participation. David will be working on SDCoD website to fix broken links and make the site more mobile friendly.

2018-11-06 VP and Director of Outreach nominated and accepted.
2018-10-02 Treasure hunt planning meeting discussed along with 3R's 2019 schedule.
2018-09-11 501c3 status discussed. 3R's based donations covered and various programs reviewed.
2018-05-01 3Rs Rash guards are almost done. More council sponsored activities discussed.
2018-04-03 City Proclamation date given. Possible council activities discussed.
2018-03-06 3R's video was updated and added to the website. 3R's PowerPoint presentation was submitted to the clubs. City of San Diego agrees to a City Proclamation recognizing the SDCOD.

2017-10-17 Discussed multiple topics regarding the 3R's program for next season.
2017-08-08 Covered current legal proceedings regarding Children's Pool access.
2017-05-02 Discussed 3R's marketing and equipment. Draft letter supporting Princess street access was accepted.
2017-04-11 Discussed a public access point at Princess Street in La Jolla. Covered multiple 3R's topics regarding the upcoming season.
2017-01-03 Officers and Directors have been elected. Plans for the 3R's appreciation event have been made.

2016-11-09 End of the year recap including financials and achievements. Nominations for were made for Officers and Directors along with the first meeting date of 2017 for elections.
2016-09-22 Discussed fundraising ideas and raffle items that have been donated for future events. Covered other various outreach plans and introduced a new board member.
2016-08-18 Discussed the initial meetings with SeaWorld to create an outreach program for inner city children who have no experience with the beach. Covered various fundraising initiatives and put up a motion to change the last two meeting dates.
2016-06-21 Discussed the attendance of the City of San Diego Town Council meeting regarding the appeal of the court decision to remove the ban on Children's Pool. Covered various topics regarding 3R's participant t-shirts and possibly creating a meet-up group.
2016-04-13 Covered the status regarding the Casa Reef Project. Talked about the upcoming court vote regarding access to Children's Pool. Discussed ways to push for Corporate sponsorship's.
2016-02-18 Discussed how to create a program to bring aquatic education to inner-city kids. Appointed new Directors and discussed ideas regarding new partnerships.
2016-01-14 Discussed the La Jolla Shores map status. Treasurer possition has been transitioned.

2015-11-17 Nick LeBeouf visited from the La Jolla Shores Association to cover details regarding the new La Jolla Shores map.
2015-10-20 3R's service awards were presented to 3R's instructors for their dedication to the program and the new marketing video was presented.
2015-09-17 Discussed the need for a Trauma Pack and AED for the 3R's. Revisions to the Children's Pool policy were presented.
2015-08-04 Discussed the options for 3R's insurance for the next season and covered a wish list of items to improve safety at the 3R's events.
2015-03-25 Covered the new 3R's schedule and information regarding insurance. Discussed setting up a new website and a Paypal donations button.
2015-01-05 Discussed MPA enforcement and collaborating with organizations to monitor the effectiveness.

2014-10-22 Thank you letters to be sent to clubs that produced donations for the 3R's. Updated several bylaws.
2014-08-28 Discussed working with vendors and shops drawing on them for participation. Talked about beach cleanup efforts and working more on cleaning up South Casa beach.
2014-05-29 New officers introduced, teams formed. 3Rs successfully begun. Council to use shared Council/Club meetings for public meetings. MPA collaborative to inform divers of rules and repercussions of MPA no-touch standards.
2014-01-03 Agreed to hold quarterly board meetings and dual club/council general meetings in the fulure. 3Rs has good support. Bylaws need review. Children's Pool to be given less attention. 2014 action plan formed.

2013-11-18 New officers were elected, term starting January. Lifeguard tower at Children's Pool is removed, rebuild begun. Fish and Wildlife coming to Hilton 12/11 to present new lobster rules. Rules about pinnipeds in an MPA may be reviewed.
2013-02-11 Negotiating against fees to instruct at the Shores. The Shores MPA is being administered by special interest groups without diver input. No more bullhorns at the Children's Pool, just imminent closure. Lawsuit to prevent the Mayor from assuming the right to alter a Coastal Development permit on his own.

2011-04-11 Combined February and April meeting minutes. Game warden reports on the Lobster Cards. City closed stairs to South Casa in December on a repair permit that will take all summer. Gate to Goldfish Point chained shut with no notice. City intent posted to close the stairs at Childrens's Pool annually instead of just a rope across the beach.
2011-01-10 Combined December and January meeting minutes. 3rs program will continue without City help. Measure to cordon off Children's Pool every day forever was unanimously rejected in public hearing before the Planning Commission.

2009-12-08 Free Beer and Pizza, Rope barrier at Children's Pool goes up illegally in face of standing appeal.
2009-11-10 MLPA semifinals, 2009 in review, input for 2010
2009-10-13 Joe Exline updates us on MLPA; City gives itself a permit to rope off Children's Pool every half year forever, Membership cards ready.
2009-09-08 The 3rs seasons review, Final 3 MLPA maps, Scattering Milt Beard's ashes on the Yukon, Children's Pool is lost.
2009-08-11 3rs Hospital Point, 6 MLAP maps, Guest speaker on Humboldt Squid
2009-07-14 3rs at Gold fish Point, Latest MLPA maps
2009-03-10 An introduction to the MLPA by Benjamin Pister, Marine Ecologist. The City voted to ask State Senator Kehoe to introduce a bill SB428 to amend the Trust that protected Children's Pool and had caused the courts at every level in the State to rule the City was obligated to restore the Pool to public use.

1970-08-13 The council aims to prevent legislation threatening diving activities, having successfully opposed lobster bans, licensing, and other restrictions. No October meeting occurred due to quorum issues, risking reduced influence. Topics included water allocation, future meetings, community involvement, and ongoing disputes over access rights, emphasizing the importance of active membership and coordinated efforts to protect underwater sports and regulation compliance.

1966-10-22 The council aims to prevent legislation threatening diving activities, having successfully opposed lobster bans, licensing, and other restrictions. No October meeting occurred due to quorum issues, risking reduced influence. Topics included water allocation, future meetings, community involvement, and ongoing disputes over access rights, emphasizing the importance of active membership and coordinated efforts to protect underwater sports and regulation compliance.

1961-08-10 San Diego divers propose standardizing instructor requirements statewide, including certifications, minimum experience, water proficiency, and instructional hours. Emphasis is on safety, professional standards, and coordination among committees. Future goals include training for deep and mixed-gas diving, establishing licensing, and maintaining high safety standards amid increasing diving activities.