CC SR 20210803 04 - Refurbishment and Installation of Bubbles at PVIC
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 08/03/2021
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Regular Business
AGENDA TITLE:
Consideration and possible action on the possible refurbishment and installation of the
Marineland Bubbles statue at the Point Vicente Interpretive Center (PVIC).
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Affirm the 2017 Council-approved installation of the Marineland Bubbles statue
as an entry marquee to be located to the north of the PVIC building just before
the main parking lot;
(2) Direct Staff to reissue a request for proposals from professional consultants to
design the entry marquee that integrates the Marineland Bu bbles statue at
PVIC;
(3) Work with Jon Sansom, Suzanne Seymour, and other interested parties to
explore a future capital campaign and potential in -kind services; and,
(4) Direct Staff to research and solicit current restoration and moving cost
estimates.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: NA
Additional Appropriation: NA
Account Number(s): NA
ORIGINATED BY: Matt Waters, Senior Administrative Analyst
REVIEWED BY: Cory Linder, Recreation and Parks Director
APPROVED BY: Ara Mihranian, AICP, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. November 2018 Linespace conceptual designs (Page A-1)
B. March 7, 2017 City Council Staff Report (Page B-1)
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On July 19, 2016, the City Council considered a Study Session item submitted by then-
Councilmember Susan Brooks regarding the future of the iconic Marineland Bubbles
statue, which the City has stored since the aquatic waterpark closed in 1987. Bubbles
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was a famous performing pilot whale who captivated audiences first at Marineland for 20
years and then at SeaWorld San Diego for an additional 30 years, until her death in June
2016.
The Bubbles statue once stood at the entrance to Marineland and is approxi mately 26
feet tall from tail to nose. It is made of fiberglass material with a metal inner -structural
skeleton for support. There is significant affection and nostalgia for Marineland and its
pioneering work with marine mammals, including Bubbles.
In 2014, City resident Robert Craig approached the City’s Lower Point Vicente Focus
Group to see if the Bubbles statue could be included in a proposed park plan for Lower
Point Vicente. However, the Focus Group did not include Bubbles in the park plan that
the City Council approved on July 7, 2015.
On November 15, 2016, the City Council directed Staff to work toward finding an
appropriate location for the Bubbles statue at the Point Vicente Interpretive Center (PVIC)
with input from interested parties.
On December 12, 2016, then-Councilmember Susan Brooks, Recreation and Parks
Director Cory Linder, Robert Craig, and Doug Grant, a local resident who had expressed
interest in helping with this project, toured Lower Point Vicente to look at location
alternatives and designs. Based on the City Council’s prior design discussion, the group
looked closely at a number of possible approaches including vertical and horizontal
placements. The group also considered safety, access, standalone placement or use with
signs, and lighting. The following six location options were identified:
1. Entry gate
2. Palm tree/picnic area located to the south of the building
3. Entry marquee (Recommended Option)
4. Near amphitheater
5. Overlook
6. Between entry and exit drive ways
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After considering six locations, the group recommended Option 3, named Entry Marquee,
to be located to the north of the PVIC building just before the main parking lot. This option
was selected for the following reasons:
• Suited for horizontal layout (recommended over vertical layout due to visual
impacts and stability)
• Good entry location near signage for PVIC
• Would act as a buffer for nearby fence and generator
• Currently unused space
• Joint use functionality: would commemorate Bubbles and serve as main entrance
marquee
There was a concern that if Bubbles were climbable or accessible (not recommended),
children would likely cross the service road and the main road to reach the statue. It was
recommended that landscaping and physical barriers be included in the eventual design
to restrict access.
The City Council approved this location option on March 7, 2017 (Attachment B), and
directed Staff to hire a professional consultant to design the entry marquee and explore
funding options.
Staff subsequently issued two requests for proposals (RFPs) for design and construction
in 2018. Linespace, a Los Angeles-based firm, submitted the only proposal (Attachment
A), which contained two conceptual design approaches: one with a $225,000-$285,000
estimated construction/design budget, and the other with a $150,000 to $180,000
estimated construction/design budget. These estimates were approximate in 2018 , but
were never presented or approved by the City Council.
Linespace 2018 Concept 1
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Linespace 2018 Concept 2
These conceptual estimates did not include costs for restoring the Bubbles statue, which
has experienced significant damage to its fiberglass body, or for transporting Bubbles to
a repair location/workshop and then to the Point Vicente Interpretive Center. A restoration
company in 2016 estimated that restoring Bubbles would cost approximately $20,000,
which included sandblasting, bodywork, painting, and polish.
A group of residents and Bubbles supporters, including Jon Sansom, Carolynn Petru,
Doug Grant, Paul Funk, and Ray Stone, met with Staff several times between 2018 and
2019 to discuss reviving efforts to refurbish Bubbles and identify funding opportunities.
Jon Sansom, along with Suzanne Seymour, have recently advocated for beginning a
capital campaign to repair the Bubbles statue and install it at PVIC. Having a City -
approved design and location would be vital to the success of their fundraising effort.
Based on a renewed interest to refurbish Bubbles through fundraising efforts, it is
recommended that an RFP be reissued by the City to pursue proposals from professional
consultants to design the entry marquee at the location approved in 2017 and work with
Jon Sansom, Suzanne Seymour, and other interested parties to explore a future capital
campaign and potential in-kind services. Staff, if directed, would research and solicit
current restoration and moving cost estimates.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative actions are available for
the City Council’s consideration:
1. Take no action.
2. Recommend alternative locations for Bubbles.
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3. Take other action, as deemed appropriate.
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Cover Letter
November 8, 2018
Natalie Chan
Senior Engrneer
Public Works
30940 Hawthorne Boulevard
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Dear Natalie Chan,
I am to submit this proposal for the Bubbles Monument Sign at the Point Vrcente
Interpretive Center. f,s a resident of RPV for over five years this prOJeCt is especiJlly
for me personally. My kids are enrolled in the Palos Verdes Schoo! District and have had
field tl'ips to the PVIC and we I!Jve attended local events there.
For 15 years has been providing services focused on a sense
of place, character·, and for a variety of civic, educational, and public space
environments. We have had the of working with many organizational committees
in both the public and pr·ivate sector. We have a significant amount of expenence building
consensus for design solutions within stakeholder·s, city
mganizatrons.
We the value gained fmm collabmation and
and county
team solutions. We
firmly believe the best results are when the client team and the design team
are working together for a common purpose and goal. Thrs approach rs evident from our
project outcomes and continued relationships with clients over· years of repeat business.
In addition to my personal familiarity with Rancho Palos Verdes, we have also been involved
in local pmjects such as Ter-ranea Resort, Abalone Cove Shoreline Park, and recently were
selected as part of the team to collaborate on the Lader·a Linda Community Park Design.
It would be a pleasure to work on this project and continue our relations~1ip with the
City of Rancho Palos Verdes and the communrty.
Sincerely,
Clint Woesner
Linespace, Partner·
315 W 9th St, Suite 302
Los Angeles, CA 90015
310-581-4400 Ext 103
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Experience
At Lin espace. we believe in meaningful brand exper iences t hat are in sp ired by you. Your company,
your customers. your environment -yo ur vision, our expert design team is here to he lp create
designs th at are visua ll y engaging, functional. and effective.
Our co ll ective team approac h all ows us to infu se information with creativity so we can achieve
meaningful brand express ion through inform ed design solut io ns. In other words. we're go in g
to visualize id eas th at are shaped by your story. We're here to protect your brand and to serve
as an ex t ension of your team. O ur c rea tiv e minds will h elp come up with so lu tions that make
you look good.
It's al l about the process. Our research and design process is as flexible and effic ient as you wa nt it
to be. We'll imm erse ourse lves into your objectives and focus on design so luti ons that will p ro m ote
valuab le exper iences at eac h touch point We'll do t he research. inside and out. and convey your
di stin ct m essage through our d esig ns.
From print t o product. and branding to environme nts. our team has been creat in g design solu ti o n s
for decades-and we love it Our pass ion for design is in sp ir ed by the indiv idu ality and uniqueness
of our clients and th eir projects.
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CLINT WOESNER PARTNER
Bio
As a founding partner of Lin espace and resident of Rancho Palos Verdes, C lint Woesner
bring s 20 years of professional multi -disciplined design expe rien ce to the partnership. Clint
holds a Bachelor of Science in graphic design from th e University of C in c inna t i, College of
Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP)
Before the success of his own business. Woesner was senior designer for Seibert Perkins
Design. His creative mark was internat ionally recognized in 2000 from th e LAX
Enhancements Project. including the LAX Gateway. Woesner's award winning contribution
presented him with the Society for Environmental Graphic Design Honor Award and the Art
Directors Club Silver Cube. Other notable projects includ e US Airways Center wayfinding
system, and the Univ ersal Studios wayfinding system.
He has honed a solid knowledge of design principles and methodology through being
engaged in every aspect of Linespace's proj ects. Clint is currently Adjunct Professor at
Chapman University and California State University Long Beach t eachi n g Advanced Graphic
Design and Senior Capstone Project respectively.
NICK GROH PARTNER
Bio
Nick ho lds a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design from th e University of Cincinnati,
College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP)
Nick has over 26 years of design exper ien ce to contribute to Linespace, as he is a founding
partner for the firm . His graphic de sign expertise in brand id entity, env ironmental graphics,
and wayfinding is invaluable to the group.
Prior to founding Linespace, Nick worked in the industry fo r a combined 14 years with
Pentagram, Seibert Perkins Design, and 212 Associates. In 1995 Ni ck was hired by the
McCully Group to lead the design of the Amtrak Graphic Signage Standards Manual. It was
accepted into the AlGA Design Achieves in 1996 in the category of Information Graphics.
Monumentally recognized , h e was senior design director for the LAX Enhancements
Project. which included the LAX Gateway. Recently Santa Clara County Parks Sign Guidelines
and Standards Manual was se lected for the Ment Award-Planning, under the California
Trails and Greenways Award Program. Other significant projects include an identity &
wayfinding system for the El Monte Metro Transit Center, USC Health Sciences Master Plan;
environmenta l design & wayfinding for the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles.
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CHRISTINE PAGLIARULO SE NI OR DES IG N ER, VISUALIZAT IO N
Bio
With a background in environmental design, Chr istine provides a great deal of insight on
arch itectural spaces and place making. She ha s extensive knowledge in 3d software and
utilizes these skills to help ceate realistic visuals to convey unique design concepts. In
addition to creative visualization she has knowledge regarding industry standard practices
and fabrication techniques. He1· experience in project management provides a g1·eat deal
of support in the design and implementation process.
Prior to j oining Linespace, Christine worked as a Designer and ProJect Manager with Seibert
Perkins Design She ha s worked on many gateway and master planning projects with high
profile clients including Universal Studios, Culver City Chamber of Commerce, and the
Irvine Company. Notable projects include a recently installed digital gateway at Universal
Studios Hollywood, Irvine Spectrum Center (ISC) campus vehicular master plan, and
wayfinding systems at the two office towers and six parking structures at the ISC. Chr ist in e
holds a Bachelor of Des ign from California State University, Long Beach.
ANDREA LEE SE NIOR DES IGNER
Bio
Andrea joins Lin espace as a seasoned environmental graphic d esigner with over seven
years of experience working on various exterior wayfinding and interior signage programs.
She has designed brand identities, print materials, websites and mobile applications
in addition to her experience with wayfinding and environmental graphic design.
Comp lementing her creative problem solvi ng she has extensive knowledge regarding
indu stry standard practices, local, state. and federal code requirements, and fabrication
techniques. Her exper ience in project management provides a great deal of support in the
design and implementation process.
Prior to joining Linespace. Andrea worked as a Designer and ProJect Manager with Egg
Office. She has worked on many signage and master planning projects with high profile
clients. Andrea gained her first experience and love for wayfinding and environmental
graphic design at PH.D, a boutique design studio in Santa Monica. There she had an
opportunity to work with clients such as USC School of Architecture, City of Newport
Beach, and Camino Nuevo Academy of Schools.
Andrea holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design with Honors from Art
Center College of Design and studied abroad at Testlab Berlin as part of a Transdisciplinary
Studio sponsored by J ohnson & Johnson.
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NAME FRIM/TITLE ROLE W/ FIRM EXPERIENCE COMMITMENT
Clint Woesner Linespace . Project Lead & Creative Director 15 22 15 %
Partner
Nick Groh Linespace . Design Director 15 30 10%
Partner
Andrea Lee Linespace Senior Designer 1 7 35%
Designer
Christine Pagliarulo Linespace Design & Documentation 2 12 35%
Designer
Uyen Tran Linespace. Client Communication, Staff 5 25 5%
Studio Director Scheduling, Invoicing
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Pr ocess
Learn, Exp lore , V isua li z e , Optimi z e , Execute
Task 1: Learn, Pr o gramming & Assess m e nt
Creativity comes from knowledge. It is impossible to provide successful outcomes
without a proper foundation of knowledge to support the solutions. Each project we do is
different from the previous and the next. We will meet with the City team and stakeholders
to fully understand the objectives and interpretive stmy. We will assess the surrounding
site conditions and collect photo documentation. Our team will become familiar with the
project character, mission, core values, and purpose. The visitor experience will be reviewed,
analyzed and identified.
Task 2: Explore, Sc hematic Design
After identifying the visitm experience and proJeCt character we will explore initial concepts
and schematic approaches to help guide visitors and prov ide information. We will make
recommendations fm monument mientation, interpretive locations, and materials palette.
Most importantly we will provide creative options for the entire team to review
and provide input. There is never simply one specific solution to the objectives of the
project. Through exp loration of several op t ions we will work together to identify the best
design approach. Concepts will be represented through 3d models, visual renderings,
diagrams, and experience simulations for consensus building and feedback.
Task 3 : Visualize, Des ign Develo pm e nt
This is where informed ideas are transformed into actual so lutions. Our team utilizes
computer software to produce context renderings of a variety of views for the team
and stakeholders to review. Refined designs will convey proposed materials, finishes
and interpretive graphic applications. Our design solutions will be presented from the
perspective of the visitor experience and will high light specific benefits and features. During
design review meetings we w ill collect feedback and provide informed refinement of
subsequent designs. Our goal is to finish with a design approach that is recognized as the
best and most appropriate to achieve the desired outcomes .
Task 4: Optimize, Constru c ti o n Inte nt
Once the final design and overall approach has been established we will produce
construction in tent documentation. This documen t becomes t he standard fo r v isual des1gn,
physical production, installation, and integration. We will provided detailed drawings and
specifications to ensure consistency during the contractor bidding process and clarity for
fabr ication. Drawings w ill reference site conditions and/or uti lize a1·c h itectu ra l backgrounds
to ensure clear coordination and integration.
Task 5 : Execute, Co nst ru c t io n Rev iew
Coordination throughout the construction process is a key elemen t to the success of the
project. Our job is to support the City and contractors to ensure the quality and integrity of
implementation. We will attend coordination meetings, and review all submittals, mock-ups,
prototypes, shop drawings, and RFI's providing feedback and approval. A Linespace Partner
will attend coordination meetings to ensure the project is moving forward as intended.
Prior to installation we will walk the site and "stake" exact locations. Upon completion we
will walk the property with a City 1·epresentative and contractor t o punch list items to be
addressed prior to final project closure.
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Design Approach
Storyt e llin g
Our approach to experiential graphic design and wayfinding is about telling stor ies. When it
comes to place making we believe every visitor touchpoint is a part of the narrative. Much
like books, animation, and cinema, places have something to say-something to share - a
core message to communicate. Each proJect is d ifferent and unique, providing a visitor
journey that is specific to the storyline.
Successful projects require close collaborat ion with the development team. Each discipline
provides a critical part of the experience. We truly believe the collect ive team approach
provides the best results. The identification and interpretive signage should be a player in
achieving meaningful and memorable experiences. In other words, we're going to help te ll
the project story through ideas that are shaped by the goals, organizational mission. and
environmental context of this project.
Challenge Convention
We are well versed in the codes and agency requirements for signage and wayfinding
w ithin publ ic projects, espec ially in Southern Cal ifornia . Spec ific rules are in place, however
whenever possible we are challenging convent ion and looking for new ways to communicate
to the pub l ic. Our favorite part of t he design process is t he exploration stage. In this early
part of t he design process we attack the proj ect from the perspect ive t hat n o idea is too far
out or impossible as long as it is in line with the story we are trying to tell. Great solutions
often start as an idea that was outside the realm of t he standard answer.
Dedication & Coo rdination
Lines pace Partners are involved in every
project we have in the office. We are
dedicated to t he outcomes of the work that
is produced and believe in th e relationsh ips
we build w ith our clients and fellow design
profess ionals. We l ike to get our hands dirty
by stayi ng involved in the des ign and detai ls
of the project.
Our visualization team utilizes Rhino 3d or
SketchUp for modeling which will give us
the ability to closely work with the Architect
and Landscape models throughout the
design process.
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Why Us?
Linespace is a multi-disciplinary design firm providing services for a diverse range of clientele .
Our qualifications come from d ec ades of experience providing design solutions in the areas of
environments, interactive, print, product, and wayfinding. Linespace has th e exper ience. resources ,
and capabilities to provide our clients w ith creative, fun ctional , and infmm ed design solut ions that
address project specific goals and tell brand stories . Since 2003, we have completed projects that
affirm our clients' core brand characteristics while enhancing th e us er expe ri e nce.
Drive to Create
Creative problem solving is the core of
our business. Our Partn ers and design
staff thrive on opportunities to c halleng e
convent ions and pursue one of a kind
design so lution s.
We are inspired by our clients, th eir
missions . and th eir proj ects . Every project
presents a new challenge giving us th e
opportunity to learn, explore, and realiz e
new possibilities. We wouldn't have it any
other way.
As kids we dreamed of being artists,
des igners, sculptors, and illu strators. and
architects. Ske tching and doodling on our
homework and building entire worlds in our
imaginations. Every day we are presented
with the chance to tell a story, enhance
an env ironm ent, and create a m ean ingful
experience for others. What more could we
ask for7 We love what we do.
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Visualization & 3d Integration
Through the use of digital presentation
walkthroughs and realistic computer
model renderings, we provide tools that
make it easier for our clie nts to visualize
th e end result. The use of contemporary
media in our process takes the guess
work out of decision making and helps
build consensus among stak e holders.
No matter th e project size, creat ing a
realistic representation of our design
solutio ns results in tangible expectations
and successful outcomes.
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Location & Familiarity
Lo cated in the South Park area of DTLA we
are in an exce ll ent position to provide close
col laboration with our clients in Southern
California . We have access to all major freeways
and 4 major internationa l airports we can be at
th e project site in short order to maximize project
understanding and coordination.
We are very familiar with Rancho Palos Verdes
and t he Palos Verdes Peninsula community.
Lin espace Partner. Clint Woesner. is a resident
of RPV and very active in the sc hools and
community. Addit ionally we have had the privilege
to have completed local interpretive proj ects at
Terranea Resort and Aba lon e Cove Shoreline Park.
Lin espace has donated our graphic design services
to help raise funds for Dappl egray Elementary
and for the second straight year we are providing
publication design services for Palos Verd es
Pen insula High School.
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TASK 1
Kick-off
Meeting
TASK 1
Site V1sit &
Stakeho lde r
Meeting
TA SK 1
Story
Summary
Budget & Schedule
Solutions that can be realized
Project Management
Our approac h is to m ax imi ze valu e regardless o f th e proj ec t budg et We ha ve man aged
in sta ll ation s from $20,000 to $2.000.000. With over 40 years of co mbin ed industry
experience w e have ex t ensiv e kn owledge of industry standard materials and methods that
allow us t o se lect th e best so lutions for durability and maintainability th at fit the targ et
budg et Our y ea rs of ex peri enc e have res ulted in relationships with many sp ec ializ ed
contractors across th e state of Cal iforn ia and th e nati o n. Th ese re lat io nships prov id e us
th e op portunity to establish accurate unit cost e stimates as well as recommendati ons for
supp li ers w ho provid e quality products at a re aso nable cost
Stay on track & remain flexible
Schedule
Th e following m at ri x is a rough schedule o f th e tim eline for thi s projec t Th ere are many
fa ctors that go into project sc hedu les and we recognize it is important to be realistic with
tim eli ne s and d eadlin es in order to maintain an effective process. Upon award of th e proj ec t
w e will sit w ith the proj ec t t ea m to establish a more detailed sc h edule using input reg arding
des ired committee m eet ing dates, ample review tim e. and an actual start date. In addit ion
we wi ll allow for flexibility in the sc h edule as dates can often move du e to conflic t s or
extended review tim es. Th e sc hedule w ill be updated throughout the process and we w ill
maintain cons ist ent dialog with th e proj ec t t eam to ensur e we are stay ing on track.
TASK 2
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Review TASK 3
Budgetary
Pricing
TASK 2
Concept
Consensus TASK 3
Design
Refinement
Review
TASK 3
Final Des ign
App roach
Review
TASK 4
Design
Detailing &
Specifi ca t ions
TASK 4 TASK 5
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Documents Review
Review Submittals
Construction
Bidding
TASK 4
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Documents
Review
TASK 5
Installation
Review &
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Terranea Resort
Identity Signage & W ayfind ing
Ranc ho Palos Verdes, CA
cli ent: Lowe Des tin at io n Deve lo pm en t
comp leted 2009/2015
Secluded on California's Palos Verdes peninsula, Terranea is
a timeless, world-class resort and spa with a rare collectio n
of legacy estates in a remarkable sett ing. Linespa ce worked
closely with th e Lowe Destination Development team to
create a complete r·esort sign system that complements
the Mediterranean architecture. Thi s project included all
exterior and interior signs for the resort including the hotel,
spa and fitness building. ballrooms. restaurants, and bars.
Linespa ce also designed a system of interpre tiv e graphics
and trail direction signs to inform user along th e two mile
coastal trail. Since opening in the summer of 2009, Terranea
Resort has become a top destination in the South Bay of
Los Angeles.
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Abalone Cove Shoreline Park
Interpretive Pane ls
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
cl ient: C ity of Rancho Pa lo s Verdes
comp leted 2016
Abalone Cover Shore line Park sits on th e bluff above th e sea
with good wa lkin g trails, beautiful ocean views, a secluded
beach and some of Southern Californi a's most accessi bl e
tide pools. Visit o rs ca n see sta rfish. sea anemones, crabs and
maybe eve n one of th e shiny she ll s of the abalone that give
the park its na me. T h e t rails within the park are a part of the
Ca liforni a Coastal Tr ails.
Our· team worked w ith the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and
th e loca l Los Serenos docents to estab li sh th e top ics for
eac h interpretive panel and the exact locations with in the
landscape of the park renovation. We researched the topics
and provided th e content along with original illu strat ion s
to convey th e key points. The result is a stunning set of
interpretive panels that enha nce the park visitor exper ience.
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Flight 93
In addition to th e memorial we implemented the Nat iona l
Park Service wayfi nd ing program throughout the park.
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National Memorial
Som e rs et County, PA
cli e nt: Nati o nal Park Se rvi ce
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The Flight 93 Nati onal Memorial commemorates the
pass en ge rs and c rew of Flight 93 who, o n September 11 ,
2001, courageously gav e th e ir l1ves t h e reby thwarting a
planned attac k on the US Ca pital. Located where the plane
cras h ed, the par k converts a form er coa l mining site into a
designed memorial landscape of 2,200 acres.
Lin espace was honored to be se lected by th e Fligh t 93
M emo rial architec ture fi rm, Paul Murd oc h Architects, as the
graphic design and sign age co nsu ltant for the memorial.
We se lected typography and la youts for the names of the
40 he roes on the m e mori al wall with a quality of being
con t emp lative and inspirati ona l, while evoking a timeless
t r ibute to the h eroes of United Flight 93.
An stone tim e lin e of the eve nts on th at tragi c day is inlaid
along the walkway to th e m emorial. t im eless sig nage
accents th e visitor cente r, and a custom park entry
monument provides a one o f a kind id e ntity.
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Ontario Museum
of H is tory & Art
Ontario, CA
cli e nt: City of Ontario
c omple t ed : 2016
Ontar io Museum of History and Art h as a new fresh look
w ith the completion of landscape improvements and
the addition of Linespace des igned brand sculptu ral
elements. Voted on and overwhe l ming approved by the
Ontar io City Counc il, t he beautifully i ntegrated designs
welcome v is itors to thi s landmark dest i nat ion.
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ElDorado
Nature Center
Long Beac h. CA
clie nt C ity of Long Beac h Parks & Rec reation
co mple ted 2017
El Dorado Nature Center is an oasis of natural habitat.
offering visitors the chance to esc ap e the hu stl e and bustle
of the urban environment. Th e 105 acres that make up
the historic Nature Center grounds provide sanctuary for
animals and plant life and ha s been connecting people
to nature for over 48 years. Two miles of dirt trails and a
114 mile paved trail wind around two lakes. a stream and
forest ed areas. Th e e ntryway re novation in clud ed n ew
gateway. pathways with fresh overhead lightin g for night-
time guests. an amphitheater. seating 80. for lec tures.
children's field trips. native saplings and foliag e. and a bridg e
that connects to the Nature Center building.
Our desig n team worked clos ely with the City of Long
Beach stake holders and th e project lands cape architect
to in tegrate a monument sign welcoming people to the
park. and a park wayfinding system that clearly informs and
guides visitors t o th e destinations.
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California State University Fresno
Interpretive Signage Program
Fresno, CA
cli e nt: Fr esno State Un ive rsity
comple t ed : 2015
The Fr esno State campus is a registered arboretum and
has many sculptural. symbolic, and memorial gardens
throughout the 388 acre campus.
Fresno State asked Line spa ce to design inte rpretive signage
that provides descr iptiv e informati on about special points of
interest on the campus grounds. A total of seven lo cations
were identified on the campus for interpretation. The signs
use are made from locally quarr ied Sierra White solid granite
sto ne blocks with in se t laser-etched graphics on Academy
Black granite. In some locations. the s1gns are accompanied
by two granite benches to provide a place of gath er ing .
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References
Abalone Cove Shoreline Park Interpretive Signage
client: City of Rancho Palos Verdes
contact At"a Mihranian, Director of Community Development
phone 310.544.5227
address 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
scope: and Development/ Artwork Files
Terranea Resort Signage & Graphics
client Lowe Destination Resorts I Long Point Development
contact Todd MaJcher, Vice President
phone: 310-948-9647
address 500 Hotel Cit"cle North, San Drego, CA 92108
scope: Identity Signage, Campus Wayfinding, lnterpt"etive & Amenity Branding
Fresno State Campus Gateways & Interpretive Signage
client: Califor·nia State University Fr·esno
contact:
phone:
address
scope
Tom Facilrties Operations (currently at City of Fresno)
209-278-7317
2351 E Barstow Ave M/S P0112 Fresno, CA 93740
Concept Development, Bidding Documents, Construction Review
Flight 93 National Memorial Graphics & Wayfinding
client: US National Park Service
contact: Paul Murdoch, Principal, PrOJect Architect
phone 310.358 0993
address 8820 Wilshire Blvd, #330 Beverly Hills, CA. 90211
scope: Memorial Entry Signage, Typographic Layouts,
& Park Wayfmding
El Dorado Nature Center
client City of Long Beach
contact Evan Mather, Principal, Ahbe Architecture
phone: 310-838-0448
address 617 W 7th St #304, Los CA 90017
Signage,
scope: Center Monument Sign, Rules & Regulation Signage, Amphitheater
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Schematic Concept 1
Design Narrative
For over two d ecades Bubb les taught the
community a great deal about pilot whales
during her time at Marine land . This monument
sign display pays tribute t o her w hile also
providing educatio n to visitors about pil ot whales .
Pil ot w hales live on the "shelf and slope"
area o f the sea feasting on squid and other
fish . He re Bubbles is shown in a land scaped
representation of her "natural env ironment"
with a rocky base t ha t utili zes succ ulents to
convey an underwater reef.
Her orientation provides a we lcoming v iew
to PV IC visitors while dimensional letters
id ent ity the ce nte r. An inte rpr et iv e pane l pays
tribute and exp lain s h er story. The mo nu ment
util izes a "Palos Verdes stone" wall for th e
raised planter to co nn ect to the materials of
the community as wel l as a rock composition
to convey the shoreline of the Palos Verdes
Peninsula.
A modern IP E wood picket fence shi elds the
monument from the fenced propane facility
behind t o c reate a pleasant backdrop and
ph oto opportunity.
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Construct ion Budget Range: $225,000 -$285,000
Mod ern pi cket fenc e Succ ulen t "reef' garde n Palo s Verdes Sto ne Wall
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Schematic Concept 2
Design Narrative
The Bubb les wha le sc ulpture was an icon ic
symbol along th e shoreline of Ran cho Palo s
Verd es for de cades. Thi s monument pays
tr ibute to the vert ical orientation and overa ll
size of the piece.
Undulating posts that curve around the
existing propane facility prov ide a fluid
backdrop that re presents the waves of th e
ocean as they break along the shoreline.
La rg e dimens ional letters id entify th e Po int
Vicente Interpretive Center and welcome
vis itors upon arriva l.
Low curved "Pa los Verd es Ston e" walls c rea t e
an elega nt barrie r t o protect the ba se of the
whale sculpture while also connecting th e
monument to the character of th e Center.
Visitors app roaching from the parking lot ha ve
an opportuni ty to learn about Bubbl es the pilot
wha le through an interpretive pane l and can take
adv antage of the location for a photo opportunity.
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Construction Budget Range : $150,000 -$180 ,000
Undulating posts Vertical orientation Palo s Verdes Stone Wall
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 03/07/2017
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Regular Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to approve design concept and location for the
Marineland “Bubbles” statue on the grounds of Lower Point Vicente.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Provide direction to Staff to continue with the process to hire a designer to create
detailed plans and renderings for a Marineland “Bubbles” statue on the grounds
of Lower Point Vicente to bring back to Council for review.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: None
Additional Appropriation: None
Account Number(s): None
ORIGINATED BY: Matt Waters, Senior Administrative Analyst
REVIEWED BY: Cory Linder, Director of Recreation and Parks
APPROVED BY: Doug Willmore, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. November 15, 2016 Staff Report (page A-1)
B. Proposed Location Alternatives December 12, 2016 (Page B-1)
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On July 19, 2016, the City Council considered a Study Session item submitted by
Councilmember Susan Brooks regarding the future of the iconic Marineland Bubbles
statue, which has been stored by the City since the aquatic waterpark closed in 1987.
Bubbles was a famous performing pilot whale who captivated audiences first at
Marineland for 20 years, and then at SeaWorld San Diego for an additional 30 years,
until her death in June 2016.
The Bubbles statue once stood at the entrance to Marineland and is approximately 26
feet tall from tail to nose. It is made of fiberglass material with a metal inner-structural
skeleton for support. There is significant affection and nostalgia for Marineland and its
pioneering work with marine mammals, including Bubbles.
In 2014, City resident Robert Craig approached the City’s Lower Point Vicente Focus
Group to see if the Bubbles statue could be included in a proposed park plan for Lower
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Point Vicente. However, the Focus Group did not include Bubbles in the plan that was
approved by the City Council on July 7, 2015.
The City Council, at its November 15, 2016, meeting directed Staff to work towards
finding an appropriate location for the “Bubbles” statue at the Point Vicente Interpretive
Center with input from interested parties.
On December 12, 2016, Councilmember Susan Brooks, Director of Recreation and
Parks Cory Linder and Recreation staff, Robert Craig, and Doug Grant, a local resident
who has expressed interest in helping with this project, toured Lower Point Vicente to
look at location alternatives and designs. Based on Council’s design discussion, the
group looked closely at a number of possible approaches including vertical and
horizontal placements, placement inside a fountain/pool, partial underground
placement, and with or without dolphins, utilizing several fiberglass Marineland dolphins
the City has in storage. The group also considered safety, access, stand-alone
placement or use as signage, and lighting.
Renderings were added to give an indication of scale and initial conceptual design
approaches. A horizontal design with restricted access is the recommended design
approach due to reduced visual impairments, safety concerns, and possible damage to
the statue.
Six locations were identified:
1. Entry gate
2. Palm tree/picnic area located to the south of the building
3. Entry marquee (Recommended Option)
4. Near Amphitheatre
5. Overlook
6. Between entry and exit drive ways
Analysis of Locations:
Recommended Option: Option 3 Entry Marquee
Pros:
• Suited for horizontal layout
• Good entry location near signage for PVIC
• Would act as buffer for nearby fence and generator
• Currently unused space
• Joint use functionality, would commemorate Bubbles and also serve as main
entrance marquee
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Cons:
• If climbable/accessible (not recommended), children would likely cross service
road and main road to reach statue. Statue to be designed/landscaped to restrict
access.
Analysis of Potential Locations
Option 3 Entry Marquee (Recommended Option)
Pros:
• Suited for horizontal layout
• Good entry near signage for PVIC
• Would act as buffer for nearby fence and generator
• Currently unused space
• Joint use to commemorate Bubbles and also serve as main entrance marquee
Cons:
• If climbable/accessible (not recommended), children would likely cross service
road and main road to reach statue.
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Non-Recommended Options:
Option 1 Behind Facility Entry Gate
Pros:
• Located immediately after first gate, effective “welcoming” position to visitors
• Horizontal location would reduce chance of seeing statue from road
• Patrons can take photos with ocean backdrop
Cons:
• Accessible by public
• Farthest location from Staff in building
• Near to Palos Verdes Drive South
Option 2 Palm Trees/Picnic Areas
Pros:
• Vertical or horizontal
• Nearby trees reduce scale
• Adjacent trees serve as visual buffer
• Area is located in a slight depression lowering the scale
Cons:
• Accessible by public
• Location of whale statue among palm tree setting may be incongruous
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Option 4 Near Amphitheatre
Pros:
• Set down from overall grade
• Accessible by trail
• Good visual location from amphitheater and grass area above
Cons:
• Visually distracting
• May seem out of place by amphitheater
• No large elements to reduce scale
• May not be popular with facility rentals, popular location for weddings
• Takes away from coastline view
Option 5 Overlook
Pros:
• Would have to be horizontal to be easily viewed
• Could help “formalize” or visually establish the west side of the trail
• Backdrop is ocean
Cons:
• Would disturb wedding ceremonies
• Impacts backdrop for photos
Option 6 Main Entry Road
Pros:
• Strong visuals from PVDS
• Location would visually define entrance and exit roads
Cons:
• Taking photographs of statue or posing next to it would necessitate crossing
street
• Could confuse new “no-left-turn” out of PVIC
• Limited installation space
• May reduce view of lighthouse
Photos of locations and conceptual designs for non-recommended options can be found
in Attachment B.
Potential Cost
Based on Council direction tonight, Staff would pursue proposals from professional
design companies. The full cost of restoring Bubbles has been estimated to be $20,000
- $25,000. One restoration professional has stepped forward and offered to cover the
cost of restoration, but that is not yet a firm commitment. The cost of designing and
creating an appropriate base with information/educational signage or a plaque, and
moving and installing Bubbles has not yet been determined, but that cost could be as
much as $75,000. Councilmember Brook’s July 19, 2016, report mentioned that the
effort could be “a public/private venture, pending support of Council and ultimately, the
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community.” Recreation and Parks staff have spoken with several interested parties
who have indicated interest in assisting with the process, but the precise nature and
financial amount of their contribution or in-kind services has not been determined. If the
Council directed us to move forward, donations for the Bubbles statue would be
deposited in an earmarked Trust Deposit Account.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative actions are available
for the City Council’s consideration:
1. Authorize Staff to hire a designer to create a conceptual “Bubbles” design
at one of the other identified locations at Lower Point Vicente.
2. Authorize Staff to hire a designer to create a conceptual “Bubbles” design
at a non-identified location at Lower Point Vicente.
3. Direct Staff to not proceed with hiring a designer for a Marineland
“Bubbles” statue on the grounds of Lower Point Vicente.
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 11/15/2016
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Regular Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to authorize Staff to pursue funding and installation
options for the Marineland “Bubbles” statue on the grounds of Lower Point Vicente.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Provide direction to Staff regarding the proposal to install the Marineland
“Bubbles” statue on the grounds of Lower Point Vicente.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: None
Additional Appropriation: None
Account Number(s): None
ORIGINATED BY: Matt Waters, Senior Administrative Analyst
REVIEWED BY: Cory Linder, Director of Recreation and Parks
APPROVED BY: Doug Willmore, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. July 19, 2016 Study Session Item Submitted by Councilmember Susan
Brooks: A Possible Future For Bubbles at PVIC (page A-1)
B. July 7, 2015 Staff Report: Amendment to the Lower Point Vicente Portion
of the Rancho Palos Verdes Coast Vision Plan (Page B-1)
C. Photos of Bubbles statue (Page C-1)
D. June 11, 2016 Daily Breeze article on the death of Bubbles (Page D-1)
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On July 19, 2016, the City Council considered a Study Session item submitted by
Councilmember Susan Brooks regarding the future of the iconic Marineland Bubbles
statue, which has been stored by the City since the aquatic waterpark closed in 1987
(Attachment A). Bubbles was a famous performing pilot whale who captivated
audiences first at Marineland for 20 years, and then at SeaWorld San Diego for an
additional 30 years, until her recent death in June 2016 (Attachment D).
The Bubbles statue once stood at the entrance to Marineland and is approximately 26
feet tall from tail to nose (Attachment C). It is made of fiberglass material with a metal
inner-structural skeleton for support. There is significant affection and nostalgia for
Marineland and its pioneering work with marine mammals, including Bubbles, as
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demonstrated by the popular exhibit at the Point Vicente Interpretive Center.
Councilmember Brooks noted in her report that she had recently met with City Staff and
several interested parties to discuss Bubbles’ future. The City Council approved adding
this matter to a future City Council agenda.
Lower Point Vicente Focus Group
On September 2, 2008, the City Council adopted the Rancho Palos Verdes Coast
Vision Plan (Vision Plan) as an information planning document for the City’s coastal
areas. On November 20, 2012, the City Council, following the withdrawal of the
Annenberg Foundation’s proposal at Lower Point Vicente, directed Staff to initiate a
public review process for that site. The Lower Point Vicente Focus Group (Focus
Group) was formed and several public workshops were conducted.
In 2014, City resident Robert Craig approached the Focus Group to see if the Bubbles
statue could be included in the proposed park plan for Lower Point Vicente. After
conducting a field assessment using story poles at various locations throughout the park
site, the majority of the Focus Group voted not to include Bubbles in the base park plan
because in an upright position fixed to a base platform, the overall height would exceed
35 feet and appear to be out of scale with existing park structures and improvements.
In response, Mr. Craig attended the February 5, 2015, workshop with hope that the
general public would support placing Bubbles at Lower Point Vicente, but his
presentation did not generate significant public support.
A revised plan for the Lower Point Vicente site was approved by the City Council on
July 7, 2015 (Attachment B), and was subsequently included in the Parks Master Plan
Update which was approved by the City Council on October 6, 2015. The plan
presented to the City Council on July 7, 2015, plan did not include Bubbles, and so the
installation of Bubbles is not a part of the Parks Master Plan for Lower Point Vicente.
Potential Cost
A restoration company estimated that restoring Bubbles would cost approximately
$20,000, which included sandblasting, bodywork, painting, and polish. Any required
fabrication would cost an additional $150 an hour in addition to shipping costs. The cost
of designing and creating an appropriate base with information/educational signage or a
plaque, and moving and installing Bubbles has not been determined, but would be
substantial. Ongoing maintenance costs have also not been determined. If the City
Council desires, Staff can do additional research to refine these costs. Councilmember
Brook’s July 19, 2016, report mentioned that the effort could be “a public/private
venture, pending support of Council and ultimately, the community.” Councilmember
Brooks also noted that “a number of residents support this effort, and [are] willing to
raise the necessary funds to make it happen.” Mr. Craig and Councilmember Brooks
also indicated that private donors were potentially interested in contributing. The City
Manager was contacted by one Peninsula resident who said they might be willing to
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fund the entire cost of the restoration, but there was no firm commitment. Additional
substantial donations have been offered to the City for this project.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative actions are available
for the City Council’s consideration:
1. Authorize Staff to pursue funding and installation options for the Bubbles
statue from the former Marineland site on the grounds of Point Vicente
Interpretive Center.
2. Consistent with the plan approved for Lower Point Vicente Park by the
City Council on July 7, 2015, direct Staff to not pursue funding and
installation options for the Bubbles statue.
3. Direct Staff to look at another park site for the Bubbles statue.
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BUBBLES
PROPOSED LOCATION ALTERNATIVES
December 12, 2016
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PRELIMINARY OVERALL PROCESS
Identify Locations
Design Alternatives / Ideas
Public Hearings / HOAs / Focus Group, etc Review
City Council
Approval to proceed
Funding
Donations and in-kind services (Restoration, Consultants, CDs, Installation – TBD)
Public / Private partnership
Coastal Commission / Coastal Permit
Bubbles Restoration (Structure may depend on type of installation -- horizontal/vertical, etc -- TBD)
Design
Consultant
Renderings
City Council Approval
Construction
Construction Documents
Construction / Installation
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PROPOSED
LOCATION
ALTERNATIVES
1. ENTRY GATE
2. PALM TREES
3. ENTRY MARQUEE
4. AMPHITHEATRE
5. OVERLOOK
6. MAIN ENTRY
Entry Marquee/
Recommended Location
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OPTIONS:
Horizontal With/Without Dolphins
Vertical Fountain (real/fake)
Planter Accessibility
Wall Stand Alone or Signage
Safety Lighting
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Dolphin Statues from San Diego Mall
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AREA 1: BEHIND FACILITY ENTRY GATE
PROS:
• Immediately after first gate; good welcome piece.
• If horizontal, reduces chance of seeing her from the road.
• Not in the way of future proposed development.
• Patrons can take photos with ocean backdrop.
CONS:
• Accessibility; proximity to road.
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AREA 2: PALM TREES
PROS:
• Could be vertical or horizontal
• Trees bring the scale down
• Trees serve as good visual buffer
• Area is located in a slight depression lowering the scale
CONS:
• Accessibility
• Whale among palm trees?
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AREA 3: ENTRY MARQUEE (Recommended Option)
PROS:
• Most likely horizontal
• Planter / Fountain
• Good entry and signage for PVIC
• Visual buffer to cover fence around generator, etc.
• Unused space now
• Joint use to commemorate Bubbles but also serves as main entrance
marquee.
CONS:
• If ‘climbable’ (accessible), people (kids) may have to cross service road and
main road.
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AREA 4: NEAR AMPHITHEATRE
PROS:
• Set down from overall grade; near trail.
• Good visual from amphitheater and grass area above.
CONS:
• Very visible from all areas.
• May seem out of place.
• No large amenities to bring down scale.
• Facility rentals may not like it; brides sometimes walk down path.
• Takes away from coastline view.
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AREA 5: OVERLOOK
PROS:
• Would have to be horizontal; still keep view
• Could ‘formalize’ the west side of the trail
• Backdrop is ocean
CONS:
• Creates a busy area at that area
• Would disturb wedding ceremonies; impacts backdrop for photos
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AREA 6: MAIN ENTRY ROAD
PROS:
• Great visual from PVDS to draw people into PVIC
• Location would define the road(s) a little more
CONS:
• People will want to photo next to it; therefore crossing streets
• Not a whole lot of room to install
• May take away view of Lighthouse
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