Beach Cities Health District public meetings in 2024

2024/12/10 Properties Committee

The Beach Cities Health District Properties Committee will meet to discuss capital investment strategy, Healthy Living Campus pre-construction updates, allcove youth mental health facility planning, Center for Health & Fitness relocation, and finalization of the Diamond Street bike path. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; items are informational or under discussion.

• Healthy Living Campus pre-construction budget update ($14.2M total, $1.7M variance)
• allcove Beach Cities youth mental health facility modular cost increases (50–70%)
• Center for Health & Fitness relocation with $3–5M tenant improvements budget
• Diamond Street bike path finalization with $2.07M total project cost (LA Metro grant $1.73M)
• Redondo Beach City Council EIR addendum allowing 1.25 FAR for BCHD campus

2024/12/06 Strategic Development Half-Day

The District is discussing a 3-year strategic plan for 2025-2028 and addressing budget shortfalls. Discussions include the future of the 514 N. Prospect campus and potential shifts in youth mental health service delivery.

• Proposed 2025-2028 3-Year Strategic Planning goals
• Discussion of $700,000 annual debt service for 514 N. Prospect demolition
• Proposal to convert 501(c)(4) to 501(c)(3) status for charitable giving
• Review of $12.3 million total project cost for allcove Beach Cities
• Budget shortfall strategies ranging from minor ($150,000) to existential ($10,000,000) cuts

2024/12/06 Board Of Directors - Special Meeting

The Beach Cities Health District board will vote on two grant applications: one for up to $5 million from California’s Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program to expand youth mental health services at allcove Beach Cities, and another for Los Angeles County Community Services Block Grant funds to support child/family and senior/disabled adult services.

• Approve Resolution 600: $5 million BHCIP application for allcove Beach Cities Expansion
• Approve Resolution 601: LA County CSBG application for child/family and senior/disabled adult services
• Applications due December 13, 2024 (BHCIP) and pending (CSBG)
• Expansion aims to serve 2,000–3,000 additional young people

2024/12/03 Community Health Committee

The Community Health Committee is discussing a draft of the 2025-2028 Community Health Report, which will guide the District's strategic planning and budgeting. The body is also reviewing updates on the allcove Beach Cities youth mental health center and its funding strategies.

• Review of 2025-2028 Community Health Report draft, proposing to remove 'Public Health and Safety' as a separate priority
• allcove Beach Cities project update: $7.3 million raised toward a $12.3 million total project cost
• Discussion of converting 501(c)(4) status to 501(c)(3) to increase grant eligibility
• Approval of September 30, 2024, Community Health Committee minutes
• Review of funding strategies including CalAIM, Medi-Cal, and federal grants

2024/11/20 Board Of Directors - Special Meeting

The Beach Cities Health District Board of Directors holds a special meeting to discuss the FY24-25 mid-year budget update, including a $600,000 reduction in school service agreements and a $1M investment in youth mental health programs. The board will also review capital investment options and consider policy directions for financial sustainability.

• FY24-25 mid-year budget review with $1,047,000 in savings identified
• Consideration of $6.3M construction grant decision for capital projects
• Proposal to remove school service agreements ($600,000 reduction)
• Discussion of $1M investment in youth mental health programs/direct services
• Potential conversion of 501(c)(4) to 501(c)(3) for increased grant eligibility

2024/11/20 Board Of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider approving the FY23-24 Independent Audit Report and various financial and administrative policies. The meeting includes updates on the Healthy Living Campus and the relocation of the Center for Health and Fitness.

• Approval of FY23-24 BCHD Independent Audit Report and Financial Statements
• Approval of checks totaling $667,106.23 for October 2024 accounts payable
• Approval of new Artificial Intelligence Governance policy (Number 3930)
• Approval of grant policies for Micro-Enrichment, Non-Profit Agencies, and Emergency/Disaster Relief
• Approval of RES599 - Keep the Esplanade Beautiful

2024/11/12 Finance Committee

The Beach Cities Health District Finance Committee will discuss and vote on recommending approval of the FY23-24 independent audit report and financial statements to the full board. Members will also review a mid-year budget update and a trust investment portfolio update.

• Recommend approval of FY23-24 Independent Audit Report and Financial Statements
• Recommend approval of Investment Policy with no changes
• Mid-Year Budget Update including $250,000 FY25-26 shortfall
• 115 Trust Investment Portfolio Update
• Approval of August 19, 2024 Finance Committee Minutes

2024/10/23 Board Of Directors - Special Meeting

The Board of Directors will meet for a special session primarily to conduct closed-session business. The agenda includes a performance evaluation for the Chief Executive Officer and a legal conference regarding potential litigation.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on potential litigation
• Closed session performance evaluation of the Chief Executive Officer

2024/10/23 Board Of Directors

The Beach Cities Health District Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially approve several key items, including a month-to-month IT services contract with Sage Network & Communications, a $1 million addition to the Center for Health & Fitness relocation budget, and revised conflict-of-interest policies. The board will also receive updates on community health programs, cancer screening recommendations, and youth services.

• Approve $128,760 annual IT services contract with Sage Network & Communications
• Amend FY24-25 Capital Budget to add $1,000,000 to Center for Health & Fitness relocation
• Approve revised Policy 1020: Conflict of Interest and Policy 1030: Conflict of Interest Code
• Community recognition for Dr. Jason Johnson and Tessa Garner
• Presentation on allcove Beach Cities youth mental health initiative

2024/10/07 Policy Committee

The Beach Cities Health District Policy Committee will discuss and likely approve several revised policies to forward to the full Board of Directors. Items include updated grant policies for micro-enrichment, nonprofit agencies, and disaster relief, as well as revised conflict-of-interest rules and administrative policies on meeting rooms, expenses, and AI governance.

• Approval of Policy 4050: Micro-Enrichment Grants
• Approval of Policy 5040: Grants to Non-Profit Agencies
• Approval of Policy 5070: Emergency and Disaster Relief Grants
• Approval of revised Policy 1020: Conflict of Interest
• Approval of new Policy 3930: Artificial Intelligence Governance

Community Forum - Hermosa Beach

The Beach Cities Health District, City of Hermosa Beach, and Hermosa Beach City School District will host a non-decision-making forum to educate residents about three bond measures. No formal actions will be taken by the board of directors during this event.

Community Forum - Redondo Beach

The Beach Cities Health District, the City of Redondo Beach, and Redondo Beach Unified will hold an educational forum to provide information on three bond measures. This is not a Board meeting, and no official actions will be taken.

• Information session on three Redondo Beach bond measures

2024/09/30 Community Health Committee

The Community Health Committee is reviewing draft data and indicators for the 2025-2028 Community Health Report. The body is discussing how to visualize data and whether to present city-specific or aggregate Beach Cities information.

• Review of Community Health Survey results from 625 respondents
• Discussion of data from Gallup Well-Being Index and LA County 2023 Health Survey
• Update on allcove project, including medical billing and CalAIM
• Review of focus group feedback from older adults, youth, and providers
• Approval of May 14, 2024, committee minutes

2024/09/17 Board Of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider approving over $1.2 million in accounts payable and the appointment of Travis Miller to the Finance Committee. The meeting includes reports on the Healthy Living Campus and the relocation of the Center for Health and Fitness.

• Approval of checks No. 81803 through No. 81911 totaling $1,257,930.70 for July 2024 accounts payable
• Appointment of Travis Miller to the Finance Committee (Oct 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026)
• Report on $300,000 State Mental Health Student Services Act Grant for allcove
• Discussion of Redondo Beach Draft General Plan Floor Area Ratio (FAR) concerns
• CEO report on the permanent allcove location at Flagler and Beryl

2024/09/10 Properties Committee

The committee is reviewing a proposed $30 million General Obligation Bond (Measure BC) for seismic safety, open space, and facility improvements. Members are also discussing the allcove Beach Cities Youth Wellness Center project and the relocation of the Center for Health & Fitness.

• Proposed $30 million General Obligation Bond (Measure BC) for demolition of old South Bay Hospital and open space
• allcove Beach Cities Youth Wellness Center updated estimated project cost of $12,234,000
• Proposed relocation of Center for Health & Fitness with estimated tenant improvements of $2.5–3.5 million
• Potential relocation sites including 510 N. Prospect Avenue and Adventure Plex
• Approval of April 24, 2024, Properties Committee Minutes

2024/09/09 Strategic Planning Committee

The Beach Cities Health District Strategic Planning Committee will discuss and potentially approve updates to the district’s core values and review progress on the 2025–2028 strategic plan. The meeting includes a BCHD update on health initiatives and a presentation on FY24-25 strategic development plans.

• Recommend approval of updated core values: Compassion, Integrity, Accountability, and Excellence
• Presentation and discussion on FY24-25 Strategic Development Half-Day agendas
• Approval of April 22, 2024 Strategic Planning Minutes
• BCHD update on health and wellness initiatives, including a $30 million bond proposal

2024/08/19 Finance Committee

The Beach Cities Health District Finance Committee will discuss and potentially approve revised Policy 6130 on Principal Preservation, review the FY24-25 mid-year budget adjustments totaling $1,047,000, and receive updates on long-term financial planning including allcove funding and potential demolition costs. The meeting will also include a CEO update and informational reviews of an IT service management RFP and deferred compensation plan changes.

• Recommend approval of revised Policy 6130: Principal Preservation to the District Board
• Review FY24-25 mid-year budget adjustments totaling $1,047,000
• Discuss $8M demolition cost for 514 Campus not yet funded
• Consider $1M relocation cost for Center for Health & Fitness included in budget
• Review proposed $168,511 five-year audit contract with Davis Farr, LLP

2024/07/24 Board Of Directors

The Beach Cities Health District board will meet to discuss and potentially approve a $30 million general obligation bond measure for November 2024, a $185,000 contract for a website redesign, and other funding and partnership decisions. The board will also consider changes to its regular meeting schedule.

• Approve $30M general obligation bond measure for November 2024 election
• Approve $185,000 contract with Amp Agency for website redesign
• Approve $149,810.20 contract with Constant Associates for Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approve $1,126,218.88 in checks for June 2024 accounts payable
• Change regular meeting date to September 17, 2024