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Commission asks Surf/Art Hall of Fame back with nonprofit structure, urges alternate locations and clearer plan

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An unsolicited proposal to create a San Clemente surf, art and music Hall of Fame prompted discussion about scope, location and long-term maintenance; the commission voted to ask the applicant to return after establishing a nonprofit, mission statement and a detailed plan.

Rick Petrie, a long-time San Clemente resident and former surf-industry professional, presented an unsolicited proposal to create a San Clemente Surf State Art and Music Hall of Fame honoring local surfers, skaters, artists and musicians.

Petrite told the commission San Clemente has produced high-level surfers and cultural contributors and argued a recognition program could promote the city and honor local ambassadors. "We have the number 1 city in the world for producing world class surfers and world tour surfers," he said, describing surfers, skateboarders and musicians tied to…

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