Manhattan Beach public meetings in 2023
43 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several infrastructure and zoning items, including a resolution to apply for state financial assistance for the El Porto Water Improvement Project. The council will also review contracts for crosswalk improvements at the Joslyn Center and storm drain design services. Additionally, updates to local zoning regulations related to Senate Bill 9 are on the agenda.
- Resolution to apply for $3,500,000 in state assistance for El Porto Water Improvement Project
- Construction agreement with Aneen Construction, Inc. for Joslyn Center Crosswalk Improvement Project for $1,134,145
- Amendment to design services agreement with Hazen and Sawyer, D.P.C. for $501,046
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 23-0014 regarding Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) regulations
- Professional services agreements for storm drain improvement projects at $150,000 per firm
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a regular meeting including a public comment period and a closed session. The closed session includes a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation.
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding City Plaintiffs v. Los Angeles Superior Court, et al. (Case No. 23STCP03579)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding zoning regulations and a use permit revocation. The meeting also includes discussion on appropriating funds for a 2024 Juneteenth celebration.
- Public hearing for an ordinance amending Title 10 and Title 11 regarding Senate Bill 9
- Public hearing to consider revoking the use permit for 1727 Artesia Boulevard
- Discussion of a $30,000 General Fund appropriation for a 2024 Juneteenth celebration
- Approval of a $300,000 maintenance agreement with Duthie Power Services
- Approval of professional inspection services for the Citywide Security Cameras Project
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The Manhattan Beach City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting on December 5, 2023. The agenda includes closed sessions regarding existing and anticipated litigation. The council will also conduct labor negotiations with several employee groups.
- Existing litigation: City of Manhattan Beach v Rose M. Ketchoyian
- Anticipated litigation involving one case
- Labor negotiations with Firefighters' Association, Police associations, and Teamsters Local 911
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several proposals, including a new coyote management plan and updates on homelessness initiatives. The agenda also includes reviewing contracts for water infrastructure improvements and bulk fuel purchases. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing regarding changes to the Local Coastal Program.
- $2,942,898 construction agreement for water infrastructure and street resurfacing
- Adoption of a Coyote Management and Response Plan
- $3,250,000 not-to-exceed agreement for bulk fuel purchases
- $105,000 disbursement from the Public Art Trust Fund for mural artwork
- $82,733 allocation of opioid settlement funds to Beach Cities Health District
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a meeting including an open session for public comments and a closed session. The closed session includes discussions with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding First National Insurance Company of America v. City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: 23TRCV02122)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several municipal items including a citywide salary schedule and various infrastructure projects. Discussion includes water infrastructure completion, sewer lift station design services, and police vehicle equipment purchases.
- Ratification of $129,124.02 purchase for Police Department patrol vehicle electronics
- Approval of professional design services for Poinsettia Ave Sewer Lift Station at up to $450,215
- On-call electrical and plumbing maintenance service agreements up to $300,000 each
- Renewal of Fire/EMS incident reporting services with Locality Media, Inc. up to $86,656
- Acceptance of the Cycle 1 Water Infrastructure Improvement Project as complete
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting includes procedural items and public comment periods. The Council will also enter closed sessions to confer with labor negotiators representing various city employee groups.
- Labor negotiations with Firefighters' Association
- Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association
- Labor negotiations with Police Management Association
- Labor negotiations with Mid-Management Employee Association
- Labor negotiations with California Teamsters Local 911
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a five-year contract for street sweeping services and an ordinance amendment regarding historic preservation. The agenda also includes discussions on replacing turf along Manhattan Beach Boulevard medians and potential uses for library set-aside funds.
- $4,013,066 agreement for street sweeping services with SCA of CA, LLC
- Ordinance amendment to the Zoning Code regarding historic preservation
- Purchase of a Case Loader Model 721G for $318,232.26
- Purchase of a CCTV Truck for $317,269.19
- Internet services agreement extension with Race Telecommunications up to $241,555
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a regular meeting including an open session and a closed session. The closed session includes discussions regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations with several employee groups.
- Litigation: Alma Delia Hernandez v. City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: 20STCV10863)
- Litigation: David Shenbaum and Timothy O'Brien V. City Of Manhattan Beach (Case No: 2:22-cv-8062-SB (PDx))
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Police Officers Association
- Labor negotiations with Manhattan Beach Police Management Association, Mid-Management Employee Association, and California Teamsters Local 911
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several administrative resolutions, including a construction agreement for underground utility work. Discussion items include exercise equipment replacement at Veteran’s Parkway and roadway resurfacing on Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
- Construction agreement with Asplundh Construction, LLC for $131,625 for utility work in Districts 12 and 14
- Amendment to DocuLynx Operations, LLC for scanning services not-to-exceed $134,875
- Resolution to add the Camellia as the second City Flower
- Discussion regarding replacement of exercise equipment on Veteran’s Parkway
- Discussion regarding resurfacing the westbound roadway on Manhattan Beach Boulevard
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting of the Manhattan Beach City Council includes procedural items and public comments. The council will also convene in closed session regarding existing litigation.
- Closed session discussion regarding Christine Barnes v. City of Manhattan Beach
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several items on the consent calendar, including professional service agreements and grant funds. The meeting also includes a continued discussion regarding security camera project construction.
- Chamber of Commerce Work Plan Agreement: $36,585
- State of California Office of Traffic Safety STEP Grant: $75,000
- EMS Medical Director Oversight Services: $54,000 annually
- Public Art Assessment by RLA Conservation, LLC: up to $25,000
- Proposition 68 Parks Bond Act Per Capita Grant: $199,955
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The meeting includes a scheduled closed session for conferences with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented full-time employees. Other agenda items are procedural, including the approval of the agenda and public comments.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented full-time employees
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will conduct a hearing regarding the fire-damaged property at 116 9th Street. The council will determine if the property constitutes a public nuisance and consider adopting Resolution No. 23-0119 to order its abatement.
- Public hearing regarding fire-damaged property at 116 9th Street
- Consideration of Resolution No. 23-0119 to declare public nuisance and order abatement
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the Storm Drain Utility Fee Engineer’s Report and survey results. The meeting also includes several consent calendar items regarding municipal services, vehicle purchases, and design agreements.
- Discussion of Storm Drain Utility Fee report and initiation of Proposition 218 process
- Three-year contract for citywide printing services with Smart Source up to $255,000
- Purchase of a Ford F250 and Chevrolet Tahoe totaling $133,158.57
- Amendment to waterTALENT, LLC professional services agreement up to $312,800
- Amendment to David Volz Design Landscape Architects, Inc. for Sand Dune Park up to $193,690
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting includes procedural items and closed session discussions. The Council will meet with legal counsel regarding anticipated and existing litigation, as well as conduct labor negotiations for unrepresented full-time employees.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation
- Discussion of existing litigation (City of Manhattan Beach v Rose M. Ketchoyian)
- Labor negotiations for unrepresented full-time employees
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss e-bike safety updates and a COVID-19 loan waiver for the Roundhouse Aquarium. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, such as new buses for Dial-a-Ride and design services for Begg Pool Facility.
- Purchase of two New England Frontrunner Buses for $407,730.92
- Design services agreement with HMC Group for $244,822 for Begg Pool Facility
- Purchase of a Ford F-550 Truck from South Bay Ford for $84,287.80
- $150,000 contribution from Beach Cities Health District for the Senior and Scout Community Center
- Street sweeping services agreement amendment up to $219,014
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a special meeting on August 1, 2023. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed session for negotiations with unrepresented full-time employees. No other business is scheduled for consideration.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding unrepresented full-time employees
- Approval of the meeting agenda
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss an update on electric bike safety and hold public hearings regarding the annual stormwater service fee and the Downtown Business Improvement District renewal. The council also plans to consider several agreements, including architectural services for city facility remodeling.
- Discussion of Electric Bike (E-Bike) Safety Update
- $649,326 agreement with Dell for Microsoft Enterprise software licensing
- $273,157 amendment for architectural and engineering design services
- Public hearing regarding the Annual Stormwater Service Fee for FY 2023-2024
- Renewal of the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) for FY 2023-2024
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a regular meeting including an open session and a closed session. The closed session involves a conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding 1 case of anticipated litigation
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a $541,350 contract for synthetic turf at Marine Avenue Park. The agenda also includes discussions on traffic calming measures for Valley Drive and software agreement extensions. Additionally, the council will review a pilot agreement with the Chamber of Commerce.
- $541,350 contract for Marine Avenue Park synthetic field turf replacement
- $67,300 pilot agreement with the Chamber of Commerce for business district services
- Up to $100,000 per year for emergency vehicle maintenance by South Coast, LLC
- Traffic calming measures on Valley Drive between 27th Street and Sepulveda Boulevard
- Software extensions with Tyler Technologies up to $508,976 and $124,022
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
This adjourned regular meeting includes standard procedures such as the call to order and approval of the agenda. The City Council will also meet in closed session regarding existing litigation and one case of anticipated litigation.
- Existing litigation: Mozhagan Ellison Courtois v. City of Manhattan Beach (Case No: BC700925)
- One case of anticipated litigation
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will receive an update on state misdemeanor prosecution and homeless court services. The council is also considering several items including infrastructure funding and various service contracts.
- $840,000 total funding for Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Peck Avenue traffic signal improvements
- Amendment to Hanson Bridgett, LLP agreement for investigations up to $345,000
- $195,911.92 purchase order for tree grates in downtown and North Manhattan Beach districts
- $450,000 maintenance agreement with McKendry Door Sales, Inc.
- Resolution to begin annual levy collection for the Downtown Business Improvement District
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to address legal matters and property negotiations. The meeting includes discussions regarding anticipated litigation and the price and terms of payment for several properties on North Sepulveda Boulevard.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
- Real property negotiations for 1119 North Sepulveda Boulevard
- Real property negotiations for 1200 North Sepulveda Boulevard
- Real property negotiations for 1101 North Sepulveda Boulevard
- Real property negotiations for 1129 North Sepulveda Boulevard
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed wastewater rates and charges effective through November 2027. The council is also considering an increase to stormwater assessments.
- Public hearing for new wastewater rates and charges effective November 1, 2023
- Proposed increase to stormwater assessments
- Contract with Morningstar Productions LLC for Concerts in the Park up to $325,850.90
- Amendment to agreement with UC Regents for EMT services at $35,302.64 per year
- Sale of surplus police vehicles to Pickens, Mississippi
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will conduct a study session regarding the proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. Additionally, the council will review a presentation of the proposed 5-year Capital Improvement Program spanning fiscal years 2023-2024 through 2027-2028.
- Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Proposed Operating Budget Study Session
- Proposed 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2023-2024 through FY 2027-2028)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the proposed 2023-2024 operating budget and the five-year Capital Improvement Program. The council will also consider a $1,200,000 funding agreement for improvements at Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Pacific Avenue. Other items include appointments to city boards and commissions.
- $1,200,000 Measure M funding agreement for Manhattan Beach Blvd at Pacific Ave Improvements Project
- Agreement with Nth Generation Computing for a backup failover system up to $128,676
- Presentation of the 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2023-2028)
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Proposed Operating Budget
- Approval of StoryWalk Project installation location
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting. The primary business involves conducting interviews for various boards and commissions.
- Boards and Commissions Interviews
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider authorizing participation in national opioid settlement agreements with various manufacturers and pharmacies. The council will also review several infrastructure contracts, including a $3.7 million street resurfacing project. Additionally, members will discuss city positions on state legislation regarding housing and public safety.
- Authorization of opioid settlement agreements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
- $3,732,000 construction agreement for the Cycle 2 Street Resurfacing Project
- Purchase of a Chevrolet Silverado for the Police Department for $57,547.81
- Purchase of a 100 kW portable generator for Public Works for $93,211.88
- Discussion on sponsoring a Juneteenth celebration at Bruce’s Beach Park
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a resolution of apology regarding the historical condemnation of properties at Bruce's Beach. The meeting also includes several consent calendar items involving financial reports, municipal code amendments, and construction agreements.
- Resolution of Apology for the City’s role in the condemnation of properties at Bruce’s Beach
- Construction agreement with Gentry General Engineering, Inc. for $439,475.25 for concrete repairs
- Inspection services agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. not to exceed $592,856
- Increase in construction contingency for the Sepulveda Bridge Widening Project by $148,775
- Ordinance to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax rate to 14%
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. This discussion follows an email sent by Kent Kreh Jewell concerning the Bruce's Beach apology.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
- Discussion of email from Kent Kreh Jewell regarding Bruce's Beach apology
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a reorganization meeting to select a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. Additional business includes discussing wastewater rate increases, city manager contract amendments, and transient occupancy tax changes.
- Selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Election of President and Vice President for Capital Improvements Corporation
- Introduction of ordinance to increase Transient Occupancy Tax to 14%
- Adoption of ordinance creating a Residential Overlay Zoning District
- Resolution to initiate Proposition 218 process for wastewater rate increases
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the status of the current Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Work Plan and the development of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Work Plan. The meeting includes a review of 28 items, including completed tasks and departmental involvement.
- Status of Current Fiscal Year 2022-2023 City Council Work Plan
- Development of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Work Plan
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a public hearing regarding new residential overlay zoning for certain commercial properties. The agenda also includes discussions on the Senior and Scout Community Center, historical collection policies, and decorative crosswalk designs.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 23-0006 to create a Residential Overlay Zoning District
- Construction agreement for Rowell Avenue Sidewalk Gap Closure for $602,767
- Discussion of design updates and potential $1,691,548 allocation for the Senior and Scout Community Center
- Review of decorative crosswalk designs for North Manhattan Beach
- Annual Progress Report for the 2022 Housing Element
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a meeting that includes a closed session. This session involves a conference with labor negotiators representing the Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association.
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators (Manhattan Beach Firefighters' Association)
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a regular meeting including an open session for public comments. The council will also enter a closed session to discuss a public employee performance evaluation and a conference with a labor negotiator regarding the City Manager.
- Public employee performance evaluation
- Conference with labor negotiator regarding the City Manager
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several infrastructure and public safety items, including police recruitment bonuses and a new coyote management plan. The agenda also includes discussions on street resurfacing bids and funding for the Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard intersection project.
- $1,066,000 funding amendment for Manhattan Beach and Sepulveda Boulevard intersection improvements
- Resolution regarding police officer recruitment and referral bonuses
- Purchase of a Chevrolet Tahoe for the Fire Department for $72,513.78
- Review of the draft Coyote Management and Response Plan
- $15,000 allocation for the Bruce’s Beach Public Art Project RFP
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider adding seven officers and two support roles to the Police Department. The agenda also includes a proposal to rescind commercial eviction regulations and a review of the Aquatics Center survey. Several infrastructure and equipment contracts are also scheduled for approval.
- Rescinding commercial eviction regulations via Urgency Ordinance No. 23-0005-U
- Increasing police staffing by seven officers, one supervisor, and one investigator
- Three-year agreement with Waterline Technologies, Inc. for water treatment up to $900,000
- Purchase of a Ford F-550 truck for $53,116
- Citywide ADA Ramp Improvement Project and federal grant application
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council, Planning Commission, and Parking and Public Improvements Commission will meet to consider approving annual work plans. This item includes a presentation regarding the proposed plans.
- Approval of Annual Work Plans for the Parking and Public Improvements Commission
- Approval of Annual Work Plans for the Planning Commission
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review financial reports and various service contracts. Key items include approving ordinances regarding municipal code rehearings and authorizing several infrastructure and public art projects.
- Purchase of seven police patrol vehicles for $289,691
- Adoption of ordinances regarding municipal code rehearings
- $435,537 contract amendment for the Peck Reservoir Replacement Project
- $25,000 allocation for the 'Circles' sculpture by CJ Rench
- Acceptance of a $72,000 grant for law enforcement equipment
City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider resolutions and ordinances to facilitate rehearings for specific housing projects. The meeting also includes annual work plan updates for the Parks and Recreation, Library, and Cultural Arts Commissions.
- Ordinances facilitating rehearings for certain housing projects
- Three-year maintenance agreement with Pacific Coast Elevator dba Amtech Elevator Services
- Annual work plan updates for Parks and Recreation, Library, and Cultural Arts Commissions
- Approval of December 20, 2022, City Council minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
The January 3, 2023, City Council regular meeting has been cancelled. This decision was made by the City Council during their November 15, 2022, meeting.