Manhattan Beach public meetings in 2021
52 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss including contractors and volunteers in a COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The council will also consider new zoning standards for SB 9 development projects and an application fee. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of homelessness initiatives and various city contracts.
- Discussion of COVID-19 vaccine mandates for contractors and volunteers
- Purchase of four automated license plate reader systems up to $60,000
- $216,000 memorandum of understanding for homelessness case management services
- Three-year broadcast services agreement with PEGasus Studios up to $180,000
- Introduction of an ordinance to rescind residential eviction regulations
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned meeting on December 21, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding several employee groups. No specific items are listed for discussion in the open session beyond public comments.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
- Negotiations involving Firefighters' and Police Officers' Associations
- Negotiations involving Mid-Management and Part-Time Employees' Associations
- Negotiations involving Teamsters Local 911
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting of the Manhattan Beach City Council consists of procedural items and public comments for open session. The council will announce a closed session conference regarding negotiations with various employee groups.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for several employee groups
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned meeting includes provisions for public comments and closed session discussions. The Council will meet with legal counsel regarding specific lawsuits and engage in labor negotiations with several city employee groups.
- Legal counsel discussion regarding Margaret Miles v. City of Manhattan Beach
- Legal counsel discussion regarding National Prescription Opioid Litigation
- Labor negotiations with Firefighters', Police, and Mid-Management associations
- Labor negotiations with Part-Time Employees' Association and Teamsters Local 911
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several financial and community proposals, including a plan to refinance up to $8 million in outstanding debt. The agenda also includes the purchase of six police vehicles and funding for homelessness initiatives. Additionally, the council will discuss a statue donation from the South Bay Boardriders Club.
- Purchase of five patrol vehicles and one K-9 vehicle for $431,579.48
- Agreement with Variable Speed Solutions Inc. for Well 11A up to $101,791.40
- Agreement with Willdan Engineering for inspection services for $78,720
- Homelessness service agreements totaling $85,710
- Issuance of Refunding Certificates of Participation not to exceed $8.0 million
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several items, including a new ordinance for mandatory organic waste disposal reduction. The council is also scheduled to consider contracts for parking enforcement services and repairs to Parking Structure Lot 3. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on the city's COVID-19 response.
- Adoption of an ordinance for mandatory organic waste disposal reduction
- Contract for supplemental parking enforcement services up to $350,000
- Construction agreement for Parking Structure Lot 3 repairs for $372,762.50
- Agreement with McGowan Consulting, LLC for environmental services up to $78,551
- Acceptance of completion for the Rosecrans Avenue Street Resurfacing Project
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned meeting includes procedural items and opportunities for public comment. The Council will announce a closed session conference with several employee groups, including police and fire associations.
- Announcement of closed session conference with labor negotiators
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several construction agreements, including the Manhattan Village Senior Villas ADA Pathway Project and Polliwog Park playground replacement. The council will also review a new citywide salary schedule and discuss energy efficiency requirements for new buildings. Additionally, LADWP will present on traffic impacts from a modernization project.
- Manhattan Village Senior Villas ADA Pathway Project agreement ($1,162,732.93)
- Polliwog Park Lower Playground Replacement Project contract ($1,309,484.50)
- Resolution approving a citywide salary schedule and range adjustments
- LADWP presentation on South Bay traffic impacts from modernization project
- Introduction of an ordinance for mandatory organic waste disposal reduction
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting consists of procedural items and a period for public comments. The City Council will also conduct a closed session conference with various employee groups, including police and fire associations.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for several employee groups
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider reducing the size of temporary street dining areas and discussing long-term plans for outdoor business use. Members will also review the city's COVID-19 response and decide whether to continue holding remote meetings. Additionally, the council will review a contract amendment for sewer smartcovers.
- Reduction in size of temporary street dining areas effective November 1, 2021
- Contract amendment with Hadronex dba SmartCover Systems for Sewer SmartCovers up to $75,767.99
- Decision on continuing remote meetings under AB 361 requirements
- Postponement of the Peace Pole removal pending Cultural Arts Commission review
- Confirmation of COVID-19 Emergency Order Nos. 26 and 27
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold an adjourned meeting to conduct business in closed session. This includes a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations with various city employee groups.
- Litigation discussion: Ellis McGehee v. City of Manhattan Beach, David J. Gibbons
- Labor negotiations with Firefighters' and Police Officers' Associations
- Labor negotiations with Mid-Management and Part-Time Employees' Associations
- Labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 911
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, including a $2.2 million water project. The agenda also includes discussions on homelessness initiatives and police recruitment incentives. Additionally, the council will consider various grant approvals for public safety.
- $2,210,484.30 construction agreement for Cycle 1 Water Infrastructure Improvement Project
- $172,046 amendment for Manhattan Beach and Sepulveda Boulevard intersection improvements
- $51,789 grant for regional communication equipment purchase
- $50,000 California Office of Traffic Safety (STEP) grant
- $14,519 appropriation for homelessness services via Measure H
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a scheduled closed session conference with labor negotiators representing various employee groups.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for multiple employee groups
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting includes a scheduled conference with labor negotiators in closed session. The discussion involves various city employee groups, including police and fire associations.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators representing multiple employee groups
- Public comment period via Zoom, email, or telephone
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a reorganization meeting to select a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The agenda includes a public hearing on renewing the Downtown Business Improvement District and a ratification of a $100,000 COVID-19 testing contract. Council members will also discuss establishing a homeless outreach housing navigator.
- Ratification of $100,000 agreement with DropFusion IV, LLC for onsite COVID-19 testing
- Public hearing on renewal of Downtown Business Improvement District (BID)
- Discussion regarding a dedicated Homeless Outreach Housing Navigator
- Discussion on potential water runoff reduction measures for new construction
- Update on Clean Power Alliance transition to 100% green power
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the future of outdoor dining in public rights-of-way and alternatives for a temporary fire station. The agenda also includes votes on several engineering contracts and updates regarding the city's housing element.
- Contract with Sea Clear Pools Inc. for pool maintenance up to $30,000 annually
- $178,687 agreement with KOA Corporation for Marine Avenue and Cedar Avenue traffic improvements
- $89,775 agreement with Iteris, Inc. for crosswalk improvements near Live Oak Park
- Ordinance amending the city's banner policy in the public right-of-way
- Discussion on extending temporary outdoor dining permits and related fees
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will meet via Zoom on August 24, 2021. The agenda includes a scheduled closed session for conferences with various employee and labor negotiator groups.
- Conference with labor negotiators representing Firefighters' and Police Officers' associations
- Negotiations involving Teamsters Local 911
- Public comment period available via Zoom, email, or telephone
City Council Regular Meeting
The council will review several contracts related to the Fire Station No. 2 replacement project, including construction and inspection services. The agenda also includes discussions on potential new water runoff reduction measures and building energy efficiency regulations. Additionally, the council will consider accepting American Rescue Plan Act funds.
- $7,445,000 contract with Monet Construction, Inc. for Fire Station No. 2 replacement
- Acceptance of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
- Introduction of ordinance amending the City Banner Policy
- Discussion on water runoff reduction measures for new construction
- Resolution regarding Downtown Business Improvement District assessments
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will conduct an adjourned regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a closed session for conferences with various labor negotiators representing police, fire, and mid-management employee groups.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
- Negotiations involving Manhattan Beach Police Officers Association
- Negotiations involving Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association
- Negotiations involving Teamsters Local 911
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a $9.7 million funding plan for Fire Station No. 2 reconstruction and discuss misdemeanor prosecution service transfers. They will also review proposals for Bruce's Beach plaques and related funding.
- Issuance of up to $9.7 million in Certificates of Participation for Fire Station No. 2 reconstruction
- Dudek contract for General Plan Housing Element update up to $333,652.50
- SA Associates contract amendment for $100,000 for Engineering Division services
- Allocation of Public Arts Trust Fund money for Bruce's Beach plaques
- Authorization of contracts up to $20,000 regarding Bruce's Beach proposals
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council is holding an adjourned regular meeting. The agenda includes a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing various employee groups, including police and fire associations.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
- Negotiations involving Firefighters' and Police Officers' Associations
- Negotiations involving Mid-Management and Part-Time Employees' Associations
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Annual Stormwater Service Fee for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The agenda also includes a grant application for $4,936,566 for the Manhattan Beach Stormwater Infiltration Project. Additionally, the council will receive updates on COVID-19 response and homelessness initiatives.
- Public hearing for the Annual Stormwater Service Fee for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
- $4,936,566 grant application for the Manhattan Beach Stormwater Infiltration Project
- $1,221,144 agreement with AdminSure, Inc. for workers' compensation services
- $343,200 professional services agreement with Willdan Engineering
- Update on the City’s homelessness initiatives
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting featuring closed session discussions. The agenda includes labor negotiations with several employee groups and a personnel matter regarding former Fire Chief Daryn Drum.
- Labor negotiations with various police, fire, and management employee groups
- Closed session discussion regarding former Fire Chief Daryn Drum
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 operating budget and a five-year capital improvement plan. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a new 161-room hotel and retail building at 600 S. Sepulveda Boulevard. Additionally, the council will review the Bruce’s Beach history report and outdoor dining permit extensions.
- New 161-room hotel and retail/office building at 600 S. Sepulveda Boulevard
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget
- Purchase of eleven Motorola portable radios for $72,189.15
- Agreement for independent investigations not to exceed $150,000
- Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (FY 2021-2026)
City Council Special Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold a special meeting on June 14, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing various employee groups.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for police, fire, and management associations
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. The council will also consider adopting a resolution regarding local control over land use, zoning, and housing issues. Additionally, the council will consider authorization for repairs to Parking Structure Lot 3.
- Discussion of FY 2021-2022 proposed operating budget
- Resolution supporting local control for land use and zoning (ACA 7)
- Authorization of repairs to Parking Structure Lot 3
- Report on Homeless Court Services and funding sources
- Review of fees for business use of the public right-of-way
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The council will hold closed sessions for labor negotiations with several employee groups, including police and fire associations. The meeting also includes a legal conference regarding the Margaret Miles v. City of Manhattan Beach case.
- Labor negotiations with various city employee groups
- Legal conference regarding Margaret Miles v. City of Manhattan Beach
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will review the proposed five-year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2021 through 2026. The council will also discuss the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2021-2022.
- Proposed 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2021-2026)
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Operating Budget
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a public comment period and a closed session conference with various employee group negotiators.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators representing police, fire, mid-management, and part-time employee associations
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the proposed 2021-2022 operating budget and a five-year capital improvement program. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding overnight parking on 45th Street. The council will also consider a resolution concerning Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón.
- Proposed 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2021-2026)
- Resolution of 'No Confidence' in LA County District Attorney George Gascón
- Coastal Development Permit for overnight parking on 45th Street
- Annual levy of street lighting assessments
- Discussion on extending outdoor dining expiration dates
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned meeting featuring a closed session conference with legal counsel. This session concerns existing litigation, specifically Darby T. Keen (Trustee) v City of Manhattan Beach. No other substantive items are listed for open session discussion.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding Darby T. Keen (Trustee) v City of Manhattan Beach
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a budget study session to review the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. Finance Director Charelian will present the proposal to discuss and provide direction.
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Proposed Operating Budget
- Review of General Fund Summary
- Review of Parks and Recreation Programs Profit & Loss Estimates
- Review of Balance Sheet Trust Accounts
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed hotel and retail development at 600 S. Sepulveda Boulevard. The council is also scheduled to discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 proposed operating budget. Additionally, members will consider annual appointments to city boards and commissions.
- Public hearing for a new 161-room hotel and retail building at 600 S. Sepulveda Boulevard
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 proposed operating budget
- Ordinance repealing parking regulations for demonstrations
- Annual appointments to City Boards and Commissions
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss existing litigation regarding Matthew Jacques v. City of Manhattan Beach. The council will also hold conferences with labor negotiators representing various city employee groups.
- Litigation: Matthew Jacques v. City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: 20STCV26517)
- Labor negotiations with Firefighters' and Police Associations
- Negotiations with Mid-Management and Part-Time Employees' Associations
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting of the Manhattan Beach City Council focuses on interviews for various boards and commissions. The agenda also includes time for public comments via email, telephone, or Zoom.
- Boards and Commissions Interviews
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review construction contracts for right turn lane improvements at Aviation and Artesia Boulevards. The council will also discuss regulations regarding the keeping of bees, pigs, and chickens on residential properties. Additionally, members will approve the 2021-2022 City Council Work Plan.
- $707,930 construction agreement for Aviation Boulevard at Artesia Boulevard right turn lane improvements
- $110,630 inspection services agreement with Quantum Quality Consulting, Inc.
- Discussion on regulations governing bees, pigs, and chickens on residential properties
- Approval of the 2021-2022 City Council Work Plan
- Request to place a resolution regarding LA County District Attorney George Gascon on a future agenda
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold an adjourned meeting to present retirement certificates to twelve city employees. The council also scheduled a closed session to confer with various labor negotiating groups.
- Presentation of retirement certificates for 12 city employees
- Closed session conference with fire and police associations
- Closed session conference with Teamsters Local 911
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss and consider a resolution of apology regarding the Bruce’s Beach Task Force recommendations. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 response measures and a presentation of the draft five-year Capital Improvement Program.
- Resolution of Apology regarding Bruce’s Beach Task Force recommendations
- $1,283,417 agreement with DKS Associates for traffic signal system engineering
- $1,017,000 construction agreement with Bon Air Incorporated for City Hall HVAC improvements
- $139,516.14 purchase of a paint truck from Roadline Products Inc.
- Presentation of the draft 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (2021-2026)
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting consists of procedural items and an announcement of a closed session. The Council will confer with legal counsel regarding the case MB Poets v City of Manhattan Beach.
- Announcement of closed session conference with legal counsel regarding MB Poets v City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: 20STCP04201)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on increasing parking meter rates at several beach lots. The meeting also includes a discussion of recommendations from the Bruce’s Beach Task Force and updates on COVID-19 response measures.
- Public hearing to increase parking meter rates at Pier, 26th Street, and El Porto lots from $2.00 to $2.50 per hour
- Discussion of recommendations from the Bruce’s Beach Task Force
- $72,000 contract award for an eProcurement solution to Govlist Inc.
- Adoption of ordinance amending flood plain management regulations
- Request to explore funding and services for homeless court services
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting on March 16, 2021. The agenda includes an announcement of a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing various employee groups. No other substantive items are listed for open session discussion.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for fire, police, and mid-management employee groups
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review financing options for Pension Obligation Bonds and the final design for Fire Station No. 2. The agenda also includes a $118,550 contract for street resurfacing and an ordinance update for flood plain management. Additionally, officials will discuss the LAX modernization project and COVID-19 response updates.
- $118,550 design services agreement with Rak Development Inc. for street resurfacing
- Introduction of an ordinance amending flood plain management regulations
- Consideration of Pension Obligation Bonds financing structures and policy
- Final design review for the replacement of Fire Station No. 2
- Presentation on the LAX Airfield and Terminal Modernization Project
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold an adjourned meeting on March 2, 2021. The agenda includes procedural items and an announcement regarding a closed session conference with various labor negotiators.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for police, fire, mid-management, and part-time employee associations
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss COVID-19 response measures and review reports on homelessness and code enforcement. The agenda also includes decisions on housing grant allocations, roadway safety funding, and the Pier Railing Replacement Project.
- $250,000 additional appropriation for Pier Railing Replacement Project design and construction
- $150,000 LEAP grant appropriation for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
- $45,000 appropriation for the Local Roadway Safety Plan project
- Hardship exemption requests for tobacco sales at Players Liquor and Arco AM/PM
- Public hearing for renewing the North Manhattan Beach Business Improvement District
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Master Use Permit for a new 162-room hotel and retail complex at 600 S. Sepulveda Boulevard. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19 response measures and business license renewals. Additionally, the council will consider several contract amendments and grant agreements.
- Public hearing for a new 162-room hotel and retail building at 600 S. Sepulveda Boulevard
- $900,000 Measure R grant for Marine Ave and Cedar Ave intersection improvements
- $15,000 amendment for Kiln Project design services at Live Oak Park
- $54,088 contract amendment for Munis ERP software module
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned meeting focuses on closed session items. The Council will meet with labor negotiators representing various employee groups and consult legal counsel regarding two active lawsuits.
- Labor negotiations with Firefighters, Police, and other employee associations
- Legal consultation for MB Poets v City of Manhattan Beach
- Legal consultation for Feras Adamo v City of Manhattan Beach
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss and provide direction on the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Council Work Plan. The meeting includes a review of 42 items and a departmental involvement matrix.
- Review of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Council Work Plan (42 items)
- Discussion regarding 14 completed work plan items
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Planning Commission and the Parking and Public Improvements Commission. The council will discuss and provide direction regarding annual commission work plans.
- Consideration of annual work plans for the Planning Commission and the Parking and Public Improvements Commission
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a master use permit for a new hotel and retail/office building. The council is also scheduled to adopt ordinances amending regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on COVID-19 response measures and tobacco sale hardship exemptions.
- Public hearing for a 162-room hotel and retail/office building at 600 S. Sepulveda Boulevard
- Adoption of ordinances amending regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Resolution regarding North Manhattan Beach Business Improvement District assessments
- Hardship exemption requests for tobacco sales at 7-Eleven and MB Smoke
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss existing litigation regarding MB Poets v City of Manhattan Beach and one case of anticipated litigation.
- Existing litigation: MB Poets v City of Manhattan Beach (MB Hotel Partners LLC)
- Anticipated litigation: 1 case
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider awarding contracts for the Cycle 2 Sewer Infrastructure Improvement Project, including construction and inspection services. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations and the Residence Inn by Marriott. Additionally, the council will review a new citywide salary schedule.
- Construction agreement with Vasilj, Inc. for the Cycle 2 Sewer Infrastructure Improvement Project for $1,396,359
- Inspection service agreement with Wallace & Associates Consulting, Inc. for $139,536
- Public hearing to consider amending regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Public hearing regarding conditions of approval for Residence Inn by Marriott at 1700 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
- Resolution approving a comprehensive citywide salary schedule and adjustments to salary ranges
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting. Closed session items include conferences with various labor negotiators and a performance evaluation of the City Manager.
- Labor negotiations with police, fire, and mid-management employee groups
- Public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager