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City Council

2026-07-14 · agenda-only view · official agenda ↗ · watch on YouTube ↗

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Public comment (general) from video ▶ 2:42:23

~2 speakers (counted from clerk hand-offs)

BCHD zoning FAR and Silverado/Sunrise controversy 3 speakers

“citizens do not want that large FAR, which would enable a tower-like structure right next to a residential neighborhood.” ▶ 2:51:40

“litigation against the city, there's really no reason to spot upzone the Beach City's parcel to 1.25.” ▶ 2:54:47

Council accountability and suppression of resident free speech 1 speakers

“night, I spoke regarding this mayor and council's lack of honesty, transparency, proper disclosure, possible legal and ethical conduct problems. I also spoke about the lack of” ▶ 2:47:33

“show. Jim White hates the First Amendment and free speech, and it clearly shows. I'm glad to see that more” ▶ 2:50:10

Unauthorized ADU conversion and HOA governance disputes 2 speakers

“really without our permission, she, um, submitted a letter to us saying that she was just going to do a meter panel upgrade, but she actually relocated our meters um, without our approval. So, um,” ▶ 2:57:56

“or any documents from the request. The permit applications that were made, electrical, um other applications were made fraudulently um purporting to have authorization from all members of the HOA, which was not true. and the” ▶ 3:02:05

Housing affordability and tenant protections 1 speakers

“my rent has more than doubled. In fact, it's almost tripled.” ▶ 3:03:57

“So tonight, I'm asking you to use that local control to address one of the biggest issues facing Redando Beach, housing affordability.” ▶ 3:04:52

City budget constraints and development challenges 1 speakers

“[clears throat] And yet to balance this year's budget, they in instituted a hiring freeze. How bad must the budget” ▶ 3:06:53

“The voters in all the beach cities seem to abhore large multi-unit residential developments that would enhance the tax base. As we have heard tonight, their” ▶ 3:07:23

Code enforcement, hedge and sightline safety, and proactive resident outreach 1 speakers

“In my experience though, you can dramatically reduce pressure on a system by simply doing a little bit of work up front. U I pondered this a little bit” ▶ 2:44:05

“electronic files on this. A little reminder like this, it really it sure beats having a homeowner, you know, have their first experience being a legal threat from the city. Um” ▶ 2:44:42

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[26-0832] CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8. AGENCY NEGOTIATOR: Mike Witzansky, City Manager Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront and Community Services Director David Biggs, Project Manager Jon Goetz, Redwood Public Law PROPERTY: 123 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (a portion of APN: 7505-002-908) NEGOTIATING PARTIES: Raman Walia, Multiverse Platforms - Level Up Bowl & Bistro UNDER NEGOTIATION: Lease Status, Price, and Terms agreement ▶ 12:29 · 0 min

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[26-0835] CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8. AGENCY NEGOTIATOR: Mike Witzansky, City Manager Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront and Community Services Director Katherine Buck, Waterfront & Economic Development Manager Jon Goetz, Redwood Public Law PROPERTY: 100 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (a portion of APN: 7505-002-932) NEGOTIATING PARTIES: Jeff Jones, Quality Seafood, Inc. UNDER NEGOTIATION: Lease Status, Price, and Terms agreement ▶ 12:45 · 0 min

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[26-0679] CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8. AGENCY NEGOTIATOR: Mike Witzansky, City Manager Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront and Community Services Director Katherine Buck, Waterfront & Economic Development Manager PROPERTY: Fisherman's Wharf: 200-250 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (a portion of APN: 7505-002-934) NEGOTIATING PARTIES: Various Tenants UNDER NEGOTIATION: Price other ▶ 13:02 · 0 min

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[26-0833] CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8. AGENCY NEGOTIATOR: Mike Witzansky, City Manager Luke Smude, Assistant to the City Manager PROPERTY: 2500 Marine Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (a portion of APN: 4149-005-042) NEGOTIATING PARTIES: Scott King, Del Amo Motorsports UNDER NEGOTIATION: Price and Terms agreement ▶ 13:18 · 0 min

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[26-0831] CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1). JAMS Arbitration Case Reference No. 5220006179 [Hon. Candace Cooper [Ret.]] Harry Stuver, et. al v. Redondo Beach Police Department and City of Redondo Beach other ▶ 13:32 · 128 min

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[26-0821] For Blue Folder Documents Approved at the City Council Meeting other ▶ 2:29:04 · 1 min

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[26-0822] APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 14, 2026 other consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0823] APPROVE MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER READING OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS LISTED ON THE AGENDA other consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0824] APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: NONE minutes consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0828] APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000: 1. APPROVE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH PETDATA, INC. FOR DOG LICENSING SERVICES TO EXTEND THE TERM THROUGH AUGUST 18, 2026 FOR A MINIMUM MONTHLY SERVICE FEE OF $500 (ESTIMATED EXPENDITURE FOR THE TERM IS $1,000) TO ALLOW TIME TO COMPLETE THE EVALUATION AND CONTRACTING PROCESS RELATED TO RFP#2526-007 FOR NEW DOG LICENSING SERVICES CONTACT: STEPHEN SPRENGEL, CHIEF OF POLICE 2. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH FORVIS MAZARS, LLP TO PREPARE AND FILE REQUIRED REPORTS WITH THE CA STATE CONTROLLER’S OFFICE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,413 FOR THE TERM ENDING UPON COMPLETION OF THE CURRENT YEAR FILING CONTACT: STEPHANIE MEYER, FINANCE DIRECTOR contract consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0819] APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR BASIC ACADEMY PEACE OFFICER RECRUIT TRAINING, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025 UNTIL TERMINATED BY EITHER PARTY agreement consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0827] ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2607-052, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL BOOK OF CLASS SPECIFICATIONS TO UPDATE THE POSITION OF FIRE CHIEF resolution consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0789] APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PALOS VERDES BOULEVARD PROTECTED BIKE LANE PROJECT APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT SOUTH, INC. FOR THE SLURRY AND BICYCLE LANE ADDITIONS ON PALOS VERDES BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY TO IRENA AVENUE AND ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC CALMING AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS FOR A COST OF $577,450 INCREASING THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT TO $1,175,381 AND RESET THE CITY ENGINEERS CHANGE ORDER AUTHORITY contract consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0829] ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2607-053, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, NAMING THE HERONDO OPEN SPACE PARK AREA, LOCATED AT HERONDO STREET AND CATALINA AVE, AS BILL BRAND GATEWAY PARK resolution consent ▶ 2:29:36

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[26-0825] For eComments and Emails Received from the Public other not discussed on camera

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[26-0820] MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL INTERVIEWS OF COMMISSIONER APPLICANTS FOR APPOINTMENTS TO CITY COMMISSIONS Procedures: A. Conduct applicant interviews; followed by B. Councilmembers submitting recommendations for appointments to the Mayor by Thursday, August 6, 2026; C. The Mayor proposing Commission appointments at the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026; and D. The City Clerk administering the Oath of Office to new and reappointed Commissioners at the City Council Meeting of September 1, 2026, or before each Commissioner begins their term at the October Commission Meetings. appointment ▶ 3:13:27 · 70 min

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