Manhattan Beach public meetings in 2022
46 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a new citywide salary schedule and medical service contracts. The council is also scheduled to discuss landscaping designs for the Bruce’s Beach plaque monument and potential law enforcement changes for the downtown area.
- $500,000 maximum agreement with Vital Medical Services for in-custody medical services
- New citywide salary schedule and adjustments to salary ranges
- $148,950 amendment for professional planning services from Civic Solutions, Inc.
- $350,000 appropriation for the Polliwog Park Lower Playground Replacement Project
- Discussion on landscaping designs for the Bruce’s Beach plaque monument
City Council Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and public safety items. The agenda includes contracts for pier repairs, park lighting, and school security cameras. The council will also hold public hearings on military equipment reports and zoning ordinance extensions.
- $1,962,257 construction agreement for the Pier Railing Replacement Project
- $169,538.85 purchase order for Polliwog Park Lighted Pathway Project
- $250,000 in funds for Manhattan Beach Unified School District Security Camera Project
- Extension of interim zoning ordinance for SB 9 development standards
- $389,953 contract for Marine Avenue at Cedar Avenue traffic signal improvements
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation. This includes a lawsuit by Highrose El Porto, LLC and potential lawsuits from housing advocacy groups. The council will also address a Notice of Violation received from the state Department of Housing and Community Development.
- Existing lawsuit: Highrose El Porto, LLC. v City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: 22STCP03962)
- Potential litigation from Californians for Homeownership, YIMBY Law, and CaRLA
- Notice of Violation from the Department of Housing and Community Development
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt updated building, fire, and electrical codes. The agenda also includes decisions on housing services funding, software licensing, and zoning ordinance reports.
- Adoption of the 2022 California Building Standards Code and local amendments
- $139,020 contract amendment for Harbor Interfaith Services housing navigation
- $105,000 three-year agreement with Esri for GIS software licensing
- Allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
- SB 9 Interim Zoning Ordinance alleviation report
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider an ordinance regulating short-term rentals outside the coastal zone. The agenda also includes a use permit amendment for restaurant expansion at 901 and 903 Manhattan Avenue. Additionally, officials will receive an update on the cannabis prohibition measure for the November 8 election.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 22-0010 regulating short-term rentals outside the coastal zone
- Use permit amendment for Arthur J Restaurant at 901 and 903 Manhattan Avenue
- Three-year agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for utility billing ($40,000 first year)
- $289,290 contract amendment with Ardurra Group, Inc. for engineering services
- Update on the cannabis prohibition measure (Measure V) for the November 8 election
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The adjourned regular meeting includes a closed session for labor negotiations with fire associations. The council will also conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No legislative items are scheduled for action during the open session.
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Fire Management Association
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will resume deliberations on five appeals regarding a proposed 79-unit residential building at 401 Rosecrans Avenue and 3770 Highland Avenue. The agenda also includes the introduction of an ordinance regulating short-term rentals outside the Coastal Zone.
- Appeals for a 79-unit multi-family development at 401 Rosecrans Avenue and 3770 Highland Avenue
- Introduction of ordinance regulating short-term rentals outside the Coastal Zone
- $68,085 agreement with Black & Veatch Management Consulting for a wastewater rate study
- Adoption of 2022 California Building Standards Code amendments
- Acceptance of completed slurry seal work by All American Asphalt
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting on October 18, 2022. During a closed session, the Council will confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and two cases of anticipated litigation. The Council may also decide whether to initiate one new lawsuit.
- Existing litigation: Californians for Homeownership v City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: 22STCP01417)
- Discussion of two cases of anticipated litigation
- Decision on whether to initiate one case of litigation
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss resolutions regarding Measure V and Cannabis Industry Measure MB for the November 8, 2022, election. The agenda also includes updates on homelessness initiatives and various city contracts.
- Discussion of Resolution No. 22-0135 regarding commercial cannabis prohibition (Measure V)
- Acceptance of $60,000 State of California Office of Traffic Safety STEP grant
- Agreement amendment with Contemporary Services Corporation for unarmed guard services up to $390,000 annually
- $161,780 agreement with KOA Corporation for Manhattan Beach Boulevard left-turn improvements
- $18,900 amendment for interim housing placements through SHARE!
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the revised 6th Cycle Housing Element and an associated addendum to the Negative Declaration. Following the hearing, the Council is scheduled to adopt Resolution No. 22-0137. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss litigation challenging the housing element.
- Public hearing on the revised 6th Cycle Housing Element and associated Addendum to the Adopted Negative Declaration
- Adoption of Resolution No. 22-0137 regarding the 6th Cycle Housing Element
- Closed session discussion regarding litigation: Californians for Homeownership v City of Manhattan Beach
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an impasse with the Manhattan Beach Firefighters’ Association. The agenda also includes discussions on restaurant dining occupancy limits and street dining permits. Additionally, several routine contracts and infrastructure projects are scheduled for approval.
- Public hearing on the impasse between the City and Manhattan Beach Firefighters’ Association
- Amendment to WestMed Ambulance, Inc. agreement for emergency transport services
- Purchase of water facility controllers for $81,694.30
- Installation of stop signs at Pacific Avenue and 18th Street
- Discussion on restaurant dining occupancy limits and street dining permits
City Council Special Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold a special meeting on September 12, 2022. The agenda includes closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations with fire associations and legal counsel regarding ongoing litigation.
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association and Manhattan Beach Fire Management Association
- Legal counsel discussion regarding Mozhgan Ellison Courtois v City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: BC700925)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider appeals regarding a proposed 79-unit multi-family building at 401 Rosecrans Avenue and 3770 Highland Avenue. The council will also vote on several contracts, including police motorcycle purchases and technology upgrades for patrol vehicles. Additionally, the agenda includes professional service amendments and road maintenance project updates.
- Appeal of development plan for a 79-unit multi-family building at 401 Rosecrans Ave
- $100,000 amendment to Hanson Bridgett, LLP agreement for independent investigations
- $109,535.97 purchase of three police motorcycles from Long Beach BMW Motorcycles
- $134,915.11 contract with Code 3 Technology for patrol vehicle mobile data computers
- $31,920 amendment to KOA Corporation for the Slurry Seal Project
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will introduce new Police Chief Rachel Johnson and review several infrastructure contracts. Agenda items include traffic signal improvements at Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Peck Avenue and the Peck Reservoir Replacement Project. The council will also consider an ordinance regarding political activity on city property.
- $1,495,000 crossing guard services contract with All City Management Services
- $734,323 construction agreement for Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Peck Avenue traffic signals
- $321,301 amendment for the Peck Reservoir Replacement Project
- Introduction of Police Chief Rachel Johnson
- Ordinance regarding use of city resources for political activity
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting includes discussions held in closed session. The Council will meet with labor negotiators for fire and management employee groups and consult with legal counsel regarding one anticipated litigation case.
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Fire Management Association
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Mid-Management Employee Association
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one anticipated litigation case
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several contracts, including a $1,495,000 agreement for crossing guard services and a $160,000 deal for police in-car video systems. The meeting also includes discussions regarding indoor masking orders and the status of Bruce's Beach. Additionally, council members will consider updates to building codes and street sweeping parking restrictions.
- $1,495,000 contract for three-year crossing guard services
- $160,000 agreement with Axon Enterprise for police in-car video systems
- $379,940 amendment for the Sepulveda Bridge Widening Project
- Discussion on Los Angeles County indoor masking orders
- Status report regarding Bruce's Beach
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the annual stormwater service fee for fiscal year 2022-2023. Members are also reviewing a request for historical designation of a residential property at 1505 Crest Drive. Other items include decisions on state legislation positions and various service contracts.
- Public hearing for the FY 2022-2023 Annual Stormwater Service Fee
- Historical designation and Mills Act contract for 1505 Crest Drive
- Ratification of $238,328.28 water meter purchase from HydroPro Solutions
- Three-year internet services agreement with Frontier Communications ($170,550)
- Position letters on state legislation regarding ADU regulations
City Council Special Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council has scheduled a special meeting for July 14, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing the Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association and the Manhattan Beach Fire Management Association.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for fire associations
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider presenting voters with two ballot measures regarding commercial cannabis regulation and taxation. The agenda also includes a $1.2 million funding agreement for a left-turn improvement project at Aviation Boulevard.
- Two ballot measures regarding commercial cannabis prohibition or regulation
- $1,200,000 Measure M funding for Manhattan Beach Boulevard left-turn improvement
- $227,805 agreement with Beach Cities Health District for senior care services
- $250,000 appropriation for new Underground Utility Assessment District designs
- Update on coyote management actions and activities
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a Stage 2 water shortage declaration and new drought restrictions. The agenda also includes reviewing street lighting maintenance assessments and an updated water shortage contingency plan. Other items include contract approvals and administrative updates.
- Declaration of Stage 2 water shortage and imposition of drought restrictions
- $59,400 contract for park concert sound and stage rental services
- Alcohol license upgrade for the convenience store at 1221 Artesia Boulevard
- $37,353 increase for repairs to the Parking Structure Lot 3 project
- Annual maintenance assessments for street lighting and landscaping districts
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a reorganization meeting to select a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The agenda also includes the adoption of a military equipment policy and several professional service contracts.
- Adoption of an ordinance for a Military Equipment Policy
- $576,603 contract with PACE, Inc. for sewer lift station design services
- $260,500 agreement with McGowan Consulting, LLC for storm sewer services
- $93,000 amendment to Harris & Associates for assessment services
- $64,000 annual estimated contract for fire inspection billing services
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a budget study session to discuss the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The session also includes a review of the Five Year Capital Improvement Program. Finance Director Charelian and Public Works Director Lee are scheduled to lead the discussion.
- Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Proposed Operating Budget
- Review of the Five Year Capital Improvement Program
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council is reviewing the 2022-2023 work plan and updates on homelessness initiatives. The meeting includes discussions on street lighting assessments and new salary schedules for city employees. A public hearing is also scheduled to introduce an ordinance regarding a military equipment policy.
- $8,535,000 funding agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board for the 28th Street Stormwater Infiltration Project
- $194,000 amendment for additional design services for the Cycle 3 Sewer Infrastructure Improvement Project
- Introduction of an ordinance adopting a Military Equipment Policy
- Approval of a comprehensive citywide salary schedule and classification plan
- Annual levy of street lighting assessments for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting. The agenda includes procedural items and a closed session conference with labor negotiators.
- Closed session conference with Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association negotiators
- Closed session conference with Manhattan Beach Fire Management Association negotiators
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a study session regarding the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 proposed operating budget and updated financial policies. The council will also discuss and potentially approve the five-year Capital Improvement Program through fiscal year 2026-2027.
- Presentation of the FY 2022-2023 Proposed Operating Budget and Updated Financial Policies
- Review and potential approval of the Proposed 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2022-2023 to FY 2026-2027)
- Presentation of the FY 2022-2023 Proposed Operating Budget by Department
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the formation of a South Bay Regional Housing Trust in coordination with regional partners. The agenda also includes decisions on water infrastructure design amendments and road maintenance contract increases.
- Discussion on South Bay Regional Housing Trust formation
- $135,000 annual agreement with Turbo Data Systems, Inc. for citation processing
- $81,633 amendment for water infrastructure design services
- Completion of Block 35 Elevated Water Tank Painting Project and release of $73,461.31 in retention
- Contract increase for All American Asphalt Slurry Seal Project
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 standard procedural items such as public comments.
- Boards and commissions interviews
City Council Special Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes announcements of items for closed session discussion involving three active legal cases against the city.
- Closed session discussion: Darby T. Keen (Trustee) v City of Manhattan Beach
- Closed session discussion: MB Poets v City of Manhattan Beach
- Closed session discussion: Californians for Homeownership v City of Manhattan Beach
City Council Regular Meeting
The council will review a grant amendment for an advanced traffic signal system and discuss restaurant occupancy limits for outdoor dining. The agenda also includes a funding request for a donor wall in Metlox Plaza and street repair project updates.
- $7,310,000 grant amendment for Advanced Traffic Signal System Project
- $127,680 extension for financial audit services with Lance, Soll and Lunghard, LLP
- $39,000 plus $3,000 annual request for a donor wall in Metlox Plaza
- Rescheduling of public hearing for 7-Eleven alcohol license at 1221 Artesia Boulevard
- Discussion on restaurant dining occupancy limits under COVID-19 emergency orders
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold a closed session conference with labor negotiators. This meeting involves the Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association and the Manhattan Beach Fire Management Association.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting on April 18, 2022. The agenda focuses on closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations with fire associations and one case of anticipated litigation.
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association and Fire Management Association
- Discussion of one case of anticipated litigation
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a $525,566 sole source purchase for a water flushing truck and an amendment to the Tree Management Services Agreement. The agenda also includes a resolution for annual street lighting and landscaping assessments. Additionally, the council may approve a letter to Governor Newsom regarding the CARE Court Program.
- $525,566 sole source purchase of a NO-DES truck for water flushing services
- $300,000 amendment to the Tree Management Services Agreement
- Release of $38,242.37 in retention for the Aviation and Artesia Boulevard project
- Five-year agreement with Los Angeles County for miscellaneous services
- Resolution for annual street lighting and landscaping assessments
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and associated environmental studies. The agenda also includes closed sessions for labor negotiations with fire associations and discussions regarding one case of anticipated litigation.
- Public hearing for 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Fire Management Association
- Discussion of one case of anticipated litigation
- Adoption of Resolution Nos. 22-0014 and 22-0015
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold a meeting featuring closed session discussions. These sessions include negotiations with several employee groups and a conference regarding one case of anticipated litigation.
- Labor negotiations with Firefighters' Association, Fire Management Association, and Part-Time Employees' Association
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
City Council Study Session
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold a study session to discuss the language and placement of plaques at Bruce's Beach. The discussion includes reviewing proposed text for plaques at Bruce's Beach Park and the Strand, as well as potential locations and photographs.
- Consideration of plaque language and placement for Bruce’s Beach
- Proposed text for plaques at Bruce's Beach Park and the Strand
- Review of potential plaque locations and photographs
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The council will meet in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. In open session, the council will review the status of the current fiscal year work plan and provide direction for the 2022-2023 work plan.
- Closed session discussion of four active litigation cases
- Status review of the FY 2021-2022 City Council Work Plan
- Development of the FY 2022-2023 City Council Work Plan
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review community opinion survey findings and discuss the future of the Sustainability Task Force. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding the renewal of the North Manhattan Beach Business Improvement District.
- $1,236,050 agreement for 28th Street Stormwater Infiltration Project
- $478,258 purchase of water meter supplies from Armorcast Products Company, Inc.
- Renewal of North Manhattan Beach Business Improvement District assessments
- Memorandum of Understanding with Clean Power Alliance for solar and battery storage
- Memorandum of Understanding with Teamsters Local 911
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
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City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will consider the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and its associated Initial Study/Negative Declaration. The council will also consider adopting Resolution Nos. 22-0014 and 22-0015 regarding housing element compliance.
- Consideration of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (HEU)
- Adoption of Resolution Nos. 22-0014 and 22-0015 regarding housing element compliance
City Council Special Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold a special meeting on February 4, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
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City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss extending COVID-19 vaccine mandates to include contractors and volunteers. The agenda also includes reviewing employee agreements and authorizing several equipment purchases.
- Consideration of a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for contractors and volunteers
- Purchase of a replacement fire engine for $855,404.52
- Purchase of a combination vacuum truck for $506,323.79
- Updating the Special Events Policy regarding Bruce’s Beach and parkettes
- Amendment to Pier Railing Replacement Project design services up to $32,004
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned meeting featuring a closed session for negotiations with various employee groups. No other specific business is scheduled for the open session portion of the meeting.
- 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
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 the approval of annual work plans for both commissions.
- Approval of Annual Work Plans for the Parking and Public Improvements Commission (PPIC)
- Approval of Annual Work Plans for the Planning Commission
City Council Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will meet to review several infrastructure projects and policy updates. Agenda items include discussing traffic signal improvements at Marine Avenue and Cedar Avenue and considering the rescission of residential eviction regulations. The council will also act on various service contracts and financial reports.
- Ordinance to rescind residential eviction regulations
- Purchase of three electric cars from Courtesy Chevrolet Center for $94,053.30
- Design services agreement with Rick Engineering Company for Aviation Boulevard sidewalk project for $179,149
- Construction agreement with CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc. for citywide concrete repairs for $208,250
- Amendment to professional services agreement for water and sewer system upgrades up to $173,078
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will conduct a status review and update regarding the annual commission work plans. This includes updates for the Library Commission, Cultural Arts Commission, and Parks and Recreation Commission.
- Status review and update on annual work plans for the Library, Cultural Arts, and Parks and Recreation Commissions