CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Closed Session at 5:00 PM and Open Session at 6:00 PM
Council Chambers
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
CITY COUNCIL
Rob Saemann, Mayor
Mike Detoy, Mayor Pro Tem
Ray Jackson, Councilmember
Michael D. Keegan, Councilmember
Dean Francois, Councilmember
David Pedersen, City Treasurer
APPOINTED OFFICIALS
Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
Jason Baltimore, Interim City Attorney
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Brandon Walker, Administrative Services Director
Myra Maravilla, City Clerk
Alison Becker, Community Development Director
Lisa Nichols, Community Resources Director
Landon Phillips, Police Chief
Joe SanClemente, Public Works Director
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1. CLOSED SESSION—CALL TO ORDER 5:00 PM
2. ROLL CALL
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
This Public Comment period is limited to Closed Session agenda items only.
Public Comment is limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.
4. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
4.a MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session held on November 17, 2025, November 20, 2025, and December 1, 2025
4.b CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL (EXISTING LITIGATION) Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Name of Case: George Brunn v. City of Hermosa Beach
Case Number: 23TRCV02212
Name of Case: Krasnegor v. City of Hermosa Beach
Case Number: 25TRCP00346
Name of Case: Koerner v. City of Hermosa Beach
Case Number: 25STCP00891
Name of Case: Fangary v. City of Hermosa Beach
Case Number: 19STCP051134
4.c CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL (THREATENED LITIGATION) Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) and (e)(4)
The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will prejudice the position of the City in the litigation
Number of Potential Cases: 1
Facts and Circumstances: Request for reimbursement of assessed administrative citation fees from Jeffrey Knyal
4.d CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL (THREATENED LITIGATION) Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) and (e)(4)
The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will prejudice the position of the City in the litigation
Number of Potential Cases: 1
Facts and Circumstances: City of Redondo Beach Housing Element petition
5. OPEN SESSION—CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM
6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
7. ROLL CALL
8. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
9. ANNOUNCEMENTS—UPCOMING CITY EVENTS
10. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
This is the time for the City Council to discuss any changes to the order of agenda items.
Recommended Action:
To approve the order of the agenda.
11. PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
11.a UPDATE BY CHIEF PHILLIPS REGARDING NOVEMBER 21, 2025
ASSAULT INCIDENT
12. PUBLIC COMMENT 11
This is the time for members of the public to address the City Council on any items within the Council's jurisdiction and on items where public comment will not be taken (City Manager Reports, City Councilmember Comments, Consent Calendar items not pulled for separate discussion, and Future Agenda Items). If public comment is provided on a Public Hearing or Municipal Matter item, public comment on the same item will not be accepted when the item is heard at a later part of the meeting.
The public is invited to attend and provide public comment. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker from those present in City Council Chambers and via the remote participation options listed on the agenda. This time allotment may be modified due to time constraints at the discretion of the Mayor or City Council.
No action will be taken on matters raised during public comment, except that the Council may take action to schedule issues raised during public comment for a future agenda. Speakers with comments regarding City management or departmental operations are encouraged to submit those comments directly to the City Manager. Members of the public will have a future opportunity to speak on items pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion, Public Hearings, and Municipal Matters when those items are heard.
13. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
14. UPDATES FROM CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES AND
STANDING COMMITTEE DELEGATES/ALTERNATES
This is the time for members of the City Council to report on their attendance at ad hoc subcommittee or standing committee meetings, conferences, or other official activities as City representatives.
15. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters will be acted upon collectively with a single motion and vote to approve with the majority consent of the City Council. Councilmembers may orally register a negative vote on any Consent Calendar item without pulling the item for separate consideration before the vote on the Consent Calendar. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember removes an item from the Consent Calendar, either under Approval of the Agenda or under this item before the vote on the Consent Calendar. Items removed for separate discussion will be provided a separate public comment period.
Recommended Action:
To approve the consent calendar.
15.a WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
15.b CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 32
(City Clerk Myra Maravilla)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council approve the minutes of the November 17, 2025 regular meeting, and November 20, 2025 and December 1, 2025 special meetings.
15.c CHECK REGISTERS - 25-AS-094 50
(Administrative Services Director Brandon Walker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the check register for November 20, 2025. The Administrative Services Director certifies the accuracy of the demands.
15.d CITY’S TREASURER’S REPORT - 25-AS-097 63
(City Treasurer Dave Pedersen)
Recommended Action:
The City Treasurer recommends City Council receive and file the October 2025 City Treasurer’s Report.
15.e APPROVE THE ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FOR DESIGN AND
INSTALLATION OF MONUMENT SIGNAGE - 25-AS-098
65 (Administrative Services Director Brandon Walker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council approve acceptance of a donation of $500,000 for the design and installation of a monument signage.
15.f REPORT ON RECENT ACTIONS BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FOR POSSIBLE DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF CALL UP
DE NOVO REVIEW UNDER HBMC SECTION 2.52.040 - 25-CDD-174 75 (Community Development Director Alison Becker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the final action minutes by the Planning Commission at their Regular Meeting of November 18, 2025, and forgo the call-up de novo review of said final actions.
15.g PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA - 25-CDD173 84 (Community Development Director Alison Becker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the tentative future agenda for the Planning Commission regular meeting of December 16, 2025.
15.h CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STATUS REPORT AS OF
NOVEMBER 13, 2025 - 25-PW-093
86 (Public Works Director Joe SanClemente)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the Capital Improvement Program Status Report as of November 13, 2025.
15.i REQUEST TO APPROVE REVISIONS TO MULTIPLE CLASS
SPECIFICATIONS - 25-AS-100
94 (Tiffany Nguyen Human Resources Manager)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommend City Council approve the revisions for the following classification specifications:
1. Police Lieutenant
2. Police Sergeant
3. Senior Engineer
4. Equipment Mechanic
16. PUBLIC HEARINGS—TO COMMENCE AT 6:30 P.M
16.a ADOPT AN URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING ALL
APPLICABLE ADOPTED PARTS; ADOPTING THE 2024
INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE; ADOPTING
LOCAL AMENDMENTS; REPEALING OUTDATED PROVISIONS - 25-
CDD-123
106
CEQA: Determine the urgency ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
(Community Development Director Alison Becker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Determine the action is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act; and
1. Introduce and adopt an urgency ordinance titled “An Urgency Ordinance adopting by reference the 2025 California Building Standards Codes; adopting the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code; repealing legacy codes; adopting local amendments; declaring the Urgency Ordinance to be an
urgency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety; and finding the action exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act”; and
2. Authorize staff to file the adopted amendments and findings with the California Building Standards Commission.
3.
17. MUNICIPAL MATTERS
17.a ADOPT A RESOLUTION AND APPROVE A CONTRACT FOR THE
APPOINTMENT OF STEVEN NAPOLITANO AS CITY MANAGER - 25-
AS-102
247
(Human Resources Manager Tiffany Nguyen)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Adopt a Resolution appointing Steven Napolitano (“Napolitano”) to the position of City Manager (“CM”), approving an
employment agreement (“Agreement”) with Napolitano, and setting the CM’s compensation (Attachment 1); and
1. 2. Approve the contract with Napolitano (Attachment 2).
17.b CONTINUED REVIEW OF THE CITY’S RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMIT PROGRAM - 25-AS-099
270
(Revenue Services Supervisor Paul Avila)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Receive an update on the City’s Residential Parking Permit Program; and
1. 2. Consider any changes or modifications to the Program.
17.c PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS TO STREAMLINE BUSINESS
LICENSE APPLICATIONS PROCEDURES FOR COMMERCIAL
BUSINESS LICENSE AND HOME OCCUPATION. - 25-CDD-166
289
(Community Development Director Alison Becker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Review and provide feedback on the proposed amendments to streamline Business License Applications Procedures for Commercial Business License and Home Occupation
Application; and
1. Direct staff to forward the proposed amendments for the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission to review and hold a
public meeting on said changes.
2. 17.d APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH FLOWBIRD AMERICA, INC., TO REPLACE PARKING METERS IN LOTS A, B, AND C - 25-CMO-079 321
(Senior Management Analyst Ken Bales)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Authorize the purchase of multi-space parking meters from Flowbird America, Inc. through a cooperative purchasing agreement with Omnia Partners for an amount not to exceed $400,000 (Attachment 2);
1. Authorize the City Attorney to authorize modifications to the proposed agreement, if needed; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the proposed
agreement, with the City Clerk attesting the proposed
agreements, subject to approval by the City Attorney.
3. Appropriate $115,000 to the Police Department Equipment Replacement Fund to cover the purchase of Beach Lot multispace meters
4. 17.e INFORMATIONAL ITEM ON THE RENAMING OF THE COMMUNITY
RESOURCES DEPARTMENT TO PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT - 25-CR-089
351
Requested by Councilmember Keegan and supported by Mayor Saemann
(Community Resources Director Lisa Nichols)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the City Council receive and file the informational item on renaming the Community Resources Department to Parks and Recreation Department.
17.f INFORMATIONAL ITEM REGARDING ALLOWING ALL VEHICLES TO PARK IN PUBLIC ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) PARKING SPACES. - 25- CMO-074
358
Requested by Mayor Saemann and supported by Councilmember Keegan
(Environmental Programs Manager Douglas Krauss)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file this Informational Item regarding allowing all vehicles to park in public EV parking spaces.
17.g APPROVE THE PROPOSED TREE REPLANTING PLAN FOR VALLEY PARK AND THE GREENBELT - 25-PW-091
369
(Public Works Director Joe SanClemente)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Approve the tree replanting plan for Valley Park and the Greenbelt (Attachment 3);
1. Authorize an increase of $15,000 to the annual project contingency for the landscape maintenance services contract with Merchants Landscape Services, Inc., increasing the total annual contingency from $50,000 to $65,000 for the remainder of the contract; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to approve contract amendments up to the amount of the revised contract contingency.
3. 17.h PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FOR THE CITY FLEET - 25-PW-088 441 (Public Works Director Joe SanClemente)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Authorize the purchase of one Class C Aerial (Bucket) Truck with Service Body for a total amount of $286,826 from PB Loader Corporation via the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program (Contract No. 080521-PBL) to replace a 2003
Chevrolet 6500;
1. Authorize the purchase of one Ford Super Duty F-250 with Service Body for a not to exceed amount of $75,000 from National Auto Fleet Group via the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program (Contract No. 091521), or other
Cooperative Purchasing Program, or on equal or better terms through purchase from a dealership as vehicles become
available, to replace a 2019 Ford F-250;
2. Authorize the purchase of a Toyota Sienna XLE Hybrid, for a not to exceed amount of $57,100 from the Manhattan Beach Toyota through a Cooperative Purchasing Program, or on equal or better terms through purchase from a dealership as vehicles become available, to replace a 2014 Ford Explorer;
3. Add estimated revenue of $45,912 in the Equipment
Replacement Fund;
4. Appropriate $51,196 to the Public Works
Lighting/Landscaping/Medians Equipment Replacement Fund to cover the purchase and estimated outfitting costs of the Ford Super Duty F-250; and
5. Appropriate $63,600 to the Police Department Equipment Replacement Fund for the purchase and estimated outfitting of the Toyota Sienna.
6. 17.i CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE REORGANIZATION DECEMBER 2025 - 25-CCO-045
465
(City Clerk Myra Maravilla)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
Reassign committee delegates/alternates or reaffirm current appointments;
1. Adopt a resolution to reflect delegate/alternate changes, if any, to the South Bay Cities Council of Government (Attachment 2); and
2. Add and/or delete any committees or temporary
subcommittees, as appropriate.
3. 18. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
This is the time for Councilmembers to schedule future agenda items and to ask questions about the status of previously approved future agenda items. No discussion, debate, or public comment will be taken. Councilmembers should consider the city's work plan when considering new items. The tentative future agenda items document is provided for information only.
18.a TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - 25-CMO-081 505
Attached is the current list of tentative future agenda items for Council’s information.
19. CITY MANAGER REPORT
20. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
This is reserved for items that do not require City Council action. The City Council may request a future agenda item to discuss an informational item.
Otherwise, discussion of informational items will not be taken.
20.a PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY
COMMISSION MINUTES
513
(Office Assistant Amari Gilbert)
20.b PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION MINUTES 517
(Associate Engineer Andrew Nguyen)
20.c LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE AND AMBULANCE MONTHLY
REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2025 - 25-CMO-080
522
(Emergency Management Coordinator Maurice Wright)
20.d PARKING CITATION AND REVENUE REPORT—NOVEMBER 2025 537 (Senior Management Analyst Ken Bales)
21. ADJOURNMENT
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
12. PUBLIC COMMENT tony higgins Dear City Council
Dear City Manager Napolitano
Dear Chief Phillips.
I hope Chief Phillips presentation in the 12/9 CCM will squarely answer questions the community has regarding the HBPD response to the ongoing Ebike-Teen-Thug problems that have plagued our community over the past 3 years.
Hopefully it will not be just another "The King can do No Wrong" presentation .
I think what many are struggling with can be understood by considering Chief Phillips' answer of "No" when asked if retrospectively the HBPD would have handled anything differently in the last town hall.
At least City Manager Napolitano acknowledged in Francois' Dec 1st Town Hall that the city's press release covering the teen-thug beating (url below) "fell short." and "It could have been better and we'll do better in the future.". https://www.hermosabeach.gov/Home/Components/News/News/4461/28 Chief Phillips' said "The goal [of the ill-fated press release] was to put enough information out there to address some of the ***umptions that were going out on social media."
Rather than simply admitting the above press release was a mistake and intentionally or not, its effect was to blame the victim , the Chief seemed to try and justify the press release by stating its goals were well intended.
Im sure many read that as still being blind to the fact that his detectives and the city as a whole completely misrepresented the magnitude and characteristics of this attack.
What I think residents are hoping for is that the Chief will speak candidly in his 12/9 CCM presentation about what was done right, what was done wrong, what the plan is and specifically what HBPD will do differently going forward.
Thank You for Considering
No
Position
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
12. PUBLIC COMMENT tonyhiggins Dear City Council
Why is our city clerk refusing to provide any information on WHEN public access will be restored to 20+ years of granicus council & commission videos, minutes, financial reports, council agendas and staff reports.
Ive made 3 requests for info on this with no response from the City Clerk's office A couple months ago this escribe notice suddenly appeared. "The City Clerks Office is currently migrating City Council and Commission data from before July 1, 2024, into our updated agenda management system, eScribe. We appreciate your patience as we work through this transition. Past City Council and Commission meetings will be temporarily unavailable. Updates to this project will be made here". 20+ years of data!
To the best of my knowledege there was no advance notice nor any explanation of why this data couldn't be ported over while retaining granicus access.
Public access to city documents is a foundational city clerk duty.
Yes public access was cut off by our City Clerk without any meaningful council review or public input.
How is that ok?
The clerk has said nothing about what documents will/wont be ported over to escribe nor any info on when access will be restored.
Simply said, this is dereliction of you duty to the public.
I hope the city can do better going forward.
Sincerely,
Anthony Higgins
No
Position
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
12. PUBLIC COMMENT Adam Morrison Its a genuinely sad day for Hermosa Beach. Our City Council has managed to do the impossible: replace a qualified, experienced City Manager with a stooge like Napolitano, who has zero city management experience and a track record that would make any responsible community run in the opposite direction. Instead, they handed the job to a man best known as a horrific slumlord with multiple health and safety violations in his own complexes.
A simple Google search shows Napolitano has tried and failed spectacularly to win every election hes entered, largely because voters can spot his odious character and abrasive personality from a mile away. And if that werent enough, his awful YouTube videos alone should disqualify him from overseeing anything more complex than a ring light. Ive seen middle-school group projects with better lighting, editing, and basic awareness of how the human face works on camera.
If he cant figure out YouTube, how is he going to figure out city management? We traded competence for chaos. Vision for vanity. A steady hand for a feckless one.
City Council didnt just make a bad decision. They made an embarrassing one. And Hermosa will be paying the price long after this appointment becomes the cautionary tale it already is. Congratulations City Council on hiring the Anthony Rendon of City Managers.
Against
15.e APPROVE THE
ACCEPTANCE OF
DONATION FOR
DESIGN AND
INSTALLATION OF
MONUMENT SIGNAGE -
25-AS-098
Robert Aronoff Thank you Chuck an Missy. I have always admired you suport of our comuninty. For
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
15.e APPROVE THE
ACCEPTANCE OF
DONATION FOR
DESIGN AND
INSTALLATION OF
MONUMENT SIGNAGE -
25-AS-098
tony higgins Dear City Council,
One has to wonder if a large digital billboard wont degrade the ambience of our Historic 1930's era Community Center Building.
Is there anyone besides the Chamber of Commerce and local business owners that actually want this sign? Its a slippery slope.
tonyhiggins
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15.e APPROVE THE
ACCEPTANCE OF
DONATION FOR
DESIGN AND
INSTALLATION OF
MONUMENT SIGNAGE -
25-AS-098
David Grethen This agenda item should probably be pulled from Consent. While grateful for such a generous donation, we should acknowledge the potential for conflict between the donor's and public's preferences for the location and design of the sign. I was encouraged to see provisions in the agreement that begin to address this. But a discussion of adequacy of those provisions, and review of the history, prior discussion and public engagement on this matter would be worthwhile.
Daviid Grethen - Public Works Commission
No
Position
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
15.e APPROVE THE
ACCEPTANCE OF
DONATION FOR
DESIGN AND
INSTALLATION OF
MONUMENT SIGNAGE -
25-AS-098
tonyh Please note i apologize i that i can't delete my previous post. There is more to consider.
Dear City Council,
I appreciate the well intended community spirit behind this donation.
But one has to wonder if a large digital billboard wont degrade the ambience of our Historic 1930's era Community Center Building.
But I think its fair to ask if there anyone besides the Chamber of Commerce, local business owners and event promoters that actually want this sign or other digital billboards? Can anyone see this expanding up and down PCH or Pier Ave or Downtown along Hermosa Ave Could it be a slippery slope to digital billboard way-fairer signs on Artesia, Aviation or Gould.
Will the city sell advertising spots on this billboard? I hope the council is clear on this and establishes digital billboard guardrails.
A good argument can also be made that digital billboards significantly increase distracted driver rear-end and sideswipe accidents.
PCH in Hermosa is already inundated with road closures due to auto accidents. Is it in our resident's interest to increase this risk?
No the sky is not falling. More like drip drip drip
Many coastal cities do not permit digital billboards Malibu, La Jolla, Carmel, San Simeon, Cambria and most coastal cities in San Diego County. Yes i appreciate that Long Beach, Santa Monica and Manhattan Beach do.
But again, before you commit to this i think its fair to ask about guardrails.
Thank you for considering
tonyhiggins
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City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
15.e APPROVE THE
ACCEPTANCE OF
DONATION FOR
DESIGN AND
INSTALLATION OF
MONUMENT SIGNAGE -
25-AS-098
Howard Lee Mayor, Councilmembers, and others:
Thanks go to former Mayor Chuck Sheldon and Missy Sheldon for their generous gift. However, notwithstanding, there are far better uses in City for this donation to benefit for long-term remembrance of the Sheldon's contributions to the city.
I submitted a letter appearing on the Council agenda of the December 9, 2008 agenda (ironically, exactly 17 years to the day of this December 9, 2025 council meeting). Please click/tap the attachment to this eComment to review that letter.
Most Respectfully,
Howard Lee
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15.e APPROVE THE
ACCEPTANCE OF
DONATION FOR
DESIGN AND
INSTALLATION OF
MONUMENT SIGNAGE -
25-AS-098
Howard Lee
brief
addendum
Note in my other eComment following below, to see the attachment you need to click/tap on the eComment for the blue attachment link to display in a small window. Just hovering a mouse over the eComment will not display the attachment. -
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
16.a ADOPT AN
URGENCY ORDINANCE
ADOPTING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA BUILDING
STANDARDS CODE,
INCLUDING ALL
APPLICABLE ADOPTED
PARTS; ADOPTING THE
2024 INTERNATIONAL
PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE;
ADOPTING LOCAL
AMENDMENTS;
REPEALING OUTDATED
PROVISIONS - 25-CDD123
Jon David I recognize the urgency ordinance must be adopted tonight to meet the state's January 1, 2026, deadline for the 2025 California Building Standards Code, ensuring continuous enforcement authority.
However, our local amendments go beyond state requirements in ways that create inefficiencies and burdens for staff, residents and businessessuch as requiring $30k in undergrounding for a simple $3k electrical panel change, which isn't mandated by the California Electrical Code. Even worse, things like this have unintended consequences that result in the shutting down of business.
We also need to eliminate outdated, legacy code provisions to prevent more frustrated residents and "Becker building stories" that highlight inconsistent enforcement and regulatory hurdles.
I understand now is not the time because of the urgent nature of this ordinance but this should be brought back when there is less urgency so there is enough time for meaningful public comment.
When adopting this, please direct staff to bring back the ordinance and related code change recommendations to Council early next year for refinements that align better with our city's current needs, reducing burdens without sacrificing safety. This could be part of a larger conversation about finally completing the comprehensive update that was to be done years ago.
No
Position
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
17.a ADOPT A
RESOLUTION AND
APPROVE A CONTRACT
FOR THE
APPOINTMENT OF
STEVEN NAPOLITANO
AS CITY MANAGER - 25-
AS-102
Laura Pena Dear Mayor, Council Members, and Staff - First, I want to express my appreciation for the selection of Steve Napolitano as our new City Manager. As the staff report highlights, he brings a long track record of success in areas such as economic development, public safety, homelessness, infrastructure, regional partnerships, and community engagement.
Given the importance of these areas, many residents naturally want to understand how his performance will be measured and what indicators will be used to show progress on these priorities.
The City Manager Employment Agreement requires the Council and City Manager to jointly establish performance goals and objectives within 45 days of the effective date (Section 9). These goals form the basis of the City Managers evaluation and should guide the work of the organization.
I fully respect that personnel evaluations must be conducted in closed session and remain confidential. However, the performance goals themselves are not confidential, and publicly sharing them does not disclose any private evaluation content. It simply communicates what the Council is asking the City Manager to accomplish.
For Council Members who believe that performance expectations should not be disclosed:
Confidentiality applies to the evaluation meeting and discussion, not to the goals the Council sets for the City Manager.
Sharing goals does not critique, praise, or expose anything about the City Managers performance, it merely communicates the Citys priorities.
The public has a legitimate interest in understanding how the Citys top executive is being directed, especially on major issues such as economic development, public safety, homelessness, and infrastructure.
The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Guidance in Performance Management for Local Government emphasizes that performance management works best when organizations clearly define what they are trying to accomplish and align performance expectations with strategic plans and publicly stated priorities.
For
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) explicitly recommends that governments identify, track, and communicate performance measures, noting they should be communicated internally and externally to promote accountability and understanding.
These principles support transparency in expectations not public disclosure of evaluations.
Publishing the City Managers agreed upon performance goals would:
Strengthen trust in Councils oversight role as elected public officials Allow the community to understand how major priorities such as economic development, public safety, and organizational performance will be measured
Demonstrate responsible stewardship of tax dollars
Align our City with widely accepted performance management practices Maintain full confidentiality for personnel evaluations For these reasons, I recommend our City Council consider publicly sharing the mutually agreed upon performance objectives and offering periodic, high level updates on progress. This maintains full compliance with personnel privacy laws while enhancing transparency and confidence in the Citys leadership.
As always, I appreciate your thoughtful consideration.
Laura Pena
17.b CONTINUED
REVIEW OF THE CITYS
RESIDENTIAL PARKING
PERMIT PROGRAM - 25-
AS-099
Robert Aronoff The City needs to restore reasonalbly priced one-day event passes (party passes) for residents. They residents to introduce new people would not normally come to HB to stay long enought to explore the shops and other advantages of HB, without being forced to leave because the meter is expiring.
No
Position
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
17.c PROPOSED
MODIFICATIONS TO
STREAMLINE BUSINESS
LICENSE
APPLICATIONS
PROCEDURES FOR
COMMERCIAL
BUSINESS LICENSE
AND HOME
OCCUPATION. - 25-CDD166
Laura Pena Dear Mayor, Council Members, and Staff - I appreciate the streamlining efforts by our Community Development Director and staff regarding the home occupation and business license processes. The draft revisions clearly demonstrate progress in this area.
I recommend our City take the next step and update the underlying home occupation provisions in the application so they better reflect how people actually work today particularly as new technologies, AI-driven work patterns, and digital micro-enterprises rapidly reshape our economy.
The current code restricts activity based on business type rather than actual neighborhood impacts. It bans employees, client visits, vehicle signage, equipment over 120 volts, and even the listing of a business address. These restrictions were crafted in a different era long before remote professional services, online commerce, digital content creation, the gig economy, or AI-enabled work became mainstream. Today, nearly half of all U.S. small businesses are home-based, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Importantly, most of these home-based enterprises are quiet, low-impact, and entirely compatible with residential neighborhoods. They involve laptops, video meetings, creative digital tools, consulting, teaching, or remote professional services not the high impact business types the old rules were designed to regulate.
Updating the ordinance to regulate actual impacts (noise, traffic, parking, safety, and exterior appearance), rather than prohibiting entire business categories would protect neighborhoods and allow residents to participate in the evolving economy. This approach is also consistent with the staff reports framing that home occupations are typically limited and low-impact, and that our goal is to foster local economic vitality.
I also recommend the City involve our business community, Chamber of Commerce, and local entrepreneurs as partners in these updates. Their lived experience and perspectives will ensure that the revised code is practical, forwardlooking, and supportive of the kinds of innovative work now emerging. With AI and digital tools accelerating new forms of income generation from consulting to robotics to creative and analytical services we should position our City to welcome, not unintentionally restrict, this next generation of small business activity.
For
City Council eComment Report
December 9, 2025
Agenda Item Name Comment Position
Supporting low-impact home-based businesses is not only a matter of fairness, it is an investment in the long-term health of our local economy. These entrepreneurs often become the future tenants of our commercial districts, the employers of local residents, and the contributors to our tax base. Modernizing our home occupation rules so they reflect current work realities will help ensure our City remains a place where small businesses can start, grow, and thrive.
As always, I appreciate your thoughtful consideration.
Laura Pena
17.g APPROVE THE
PROPOSED TREE
REPLANTING PLAN FOR
VALLEY PARK AND THE
GREENBELT - 25-PW091
MC Guerry The city should only be planting native Californian trees. I ask the council reject the suggested list of trees and ask instead for one that only has native Californian trees.
Our region has lost over 90% of local butterflies and songbirds since the beginning of the twentieth century due to replacing local native habitat with exotic non-natives. Many of these species exist nowhere else and are now threatened.
Planting non-native trees and plants means a future where the only birds you will hear are gulls, crows, and a few invasive European species.
There is no such thing as a "California Friendly" tree or plant that is not native. Our native pollinators evolved hand-inhand with native plants. Native butterflies will not lay eggs on non-native plants/trees. The primary food source for local baby songbirds is native butterfly caterpillars. Most native bees cannot utilize non-native flora, no matter how pretty the blooms are. 90% of insects cannot co-exist with any non-native trees/plants, making every non-native planting unfriendly to California.
Against
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
City Clerk,
This submittal is for inclusion under ‘Written Communications' of the December 9, 2008 regular City Council agenda. Please date-stamp-receive and advance a copy to the staff members indicated.
Thank You.
December 1, 2008
To:
Hermosa Beach City Council, City Clerk, City Treasurer, City Manager, City Attorney, Community Development Director, Public Works Director, Community Resources Director City of Hermosa Beach
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
From:
Howard Longacre, a Hermosa Beach resident
Re:
#1- Unneeded and improperly approved city electronic video advertising marquee at the Community Center's corner of Pier Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway, with Brown Act violating action having been taken by the City Council at their November 25, 2008 regular council meeting.
#2- Ongoing AB1234 requirements and continued receipt by two councilmembers of an improper "car allowance".
Att:
Ref-A Marquee staff item of 11-25-2008 city council meeting Ref-B Signs in Open Space text amendment - staff continuation item of 11-18-2008 Planning Commission meeting.
Honorable Mayor, Councilmembers, and others:
Re: #1- Unneeded / improperly approved city electronic video advertising sign marquee de facto contract.
With all due respect to Ryder Communications, I believe this whole Pier and PCH Community Center Marquee supposed "free" giving-back-to-the-community by Ryder is little more than the city participating in another ad-hoc setup scam, this time for Ryder. What Ryder is giving for free, in my view, is next to nothing as compared to what they already have and will be receiving in publicity and who knows what else monetarily from a city expenditure likely to exceed $100 thousand for this "free" project. It's not really charity by Ryder if they will be receiving something significant in return, and I believe they will be getting much in return, and perhaps already have in free publicity.
There's no doubt that Ryder would like to point to this marquee, which the city's people will be stuck paying for, and additionally will be stuck paying to maintain its expensive electronics and computer.
And there's no doubt in my mind that Ryder would probably like to sell such a marquee to many other cities and perhaps using the same so-called "giving-back" type of "free" offer. These video displays are being hustled to government agencies across the country, many for athletic fields. Electronic flashing outside advertising blight nationwide is what these costly signs amount to. Many are even being sold to churches. There's one in Harbor City that blinds you at night when you drive by it.
Attachment submitted by Howard Longacre for item 15.e
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
Advertising blight nationwide and on the Interstates is becoming a significant nuisance. This video display will obviously be expensive to maintain especially with Hermosa's corrosive salt air environment.
In my view the city council is participating in little more than an advertising hustle. The city absolutely does not need a big visible maintenance nightmare blight on that corner, and all unthinking councilmembers pushing this idiot box display will be blamed for it when they run for council next should it get built and especially if it is paid for with money directly or indirectly taken from basic infrastructure needs such as street paving.
Last September Ryder was given special privilege to give an advertising presentation pitch at the beginning of a council meeting. No member of the public was given anything but a 72 hour notice that the city had essentially given this outfit keys to the city on the basis of a so-called "free design" to replace as Ryder claimed, "the tired" sign there now. It's not clear to me what part of their offer is really free. By the way after Ryder was given their special extended time to hustle their sign idea, former Mayor George Barks was treated like dirt by the Mayor and City Attorney when he spoke a few seconds beyond the council dictatorship's three-minute rule. He was speaking against the ridiculous idea of giving away parking on Pacific Coast Highway so more traffic could be hustled from Redondo Beach and Palos Verdes to the El Segundo corporate rental buildings, an idea that was incredibly dumb to even be considered by the city council.
It's been no secret that the Chamber of Commerce business lobby and the Community Center bunch have been looking for a way to get the city to stick in a video display or other electric sign on that corner, and for over two decades. Now it looks like the residents will again be paying for, it if not explicitly, certainly implicitly, and will then have to put up with such flashing, gaudy, trashy, visual nuisance thing on city property forever.
There is in fact nothing wrong with the present sign and if it is a problem by all means take it down.
It's clean, simple, and doesn't require a rocket scientist to change a few letters. The best thing to do is simply remove it or stop putting up so much crowded text on it if the sign is a problem for Public Works Director Rick Morgan's staff to deal with. How did we put up with it for 40 years that it is now suddenly such a problem for the director?
The city does not need a costly marquee at that location in the first place. We have enough costly top management bureaucrats at the moment eating up all available discretionary cash. What city around here has a trashy "High-Definition" video sign for their central gateway? Lawndale on the freeway?
This is just another Hermosa Beach trashy idea being back-roomed into concrete without any careful thought or planning whatever, but of course keeping Hermosa Beach trashed seems to have been the purposeful agenda here for decades. Look at the way our beach is trashed with so many unnecessary giant advertising commercial event giveaways all summer. It didn't used to be that way until the councils of the last 14 years built this costly to the city, mammoth bar and cab district. The city council permits all those beach trash events obviously to keep the bars full of drinkers and the city impacted for the residents. If the council were to put any of those beach events on the ballot, they wouldn't get very much of it approved. Its mostly advertising trash that keeps the city run down and impacted. Now you on the city council evidently want to put such stuff at the corner of Pier and PCH and without any thought whatever as to the cost, negative effects, nor real need, and without even consulting with the town's people. Oh, that's right the town's people are not to have a say in such insider things are they and they best not ever go over that council 3 minute "rule".
The present marquee is to now be replaced with, as Ryder said clearly, a "High Definition" 8-foot or perhaps even larger video display. They didn't bring a single dimension for their sales-pitch
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
presentation. It's in fact obviously going to be an obscene advertising vehicle for the community center staff to toy with for hours from its special little computer, setting up displays for it. It will cost much more in wasted staff time on its computer than changing the letters manually once a month.
But of course City Manager Burrell has probably figured he can make some token money selling ads on the thing, forgetting the fact that it's going to be just more degradation for the whole community for any such token money to generate staff work. More wasted time on gaudy flashing trash for the city.
And if one pedestrian is killed or maimed while busy traffic at that corner is distracted viewing this "high definition" video screen nonsense, well, no big deal. No shortage of people or cabs in Hermosa Beach. What's one dead or maimed kid or old fogy at that corner? The fact is that Hermosa Beach does not need an expensive high-definition video television display at Pier and PCH. No question about it, the city does not need this. It's trash TV to be at the city's gateway, just like at home on the TV. High quality elite advertising trash TV stuff. High quality expensive unneeded trash TV to be more correct.
Unfortunately what is really obscene is the fact that this once again has already turned into a slimy back-room ad-hoc deal with Ryder getting the contract via this inside track first unfortunately setup by Councilmember DiVirgilio and with the city staff now just rolling the thing into existence while a lazy city council could evidently not care less. Staff management seems to love to play with such little projects rather than dealing with the mundane like paving the streets. And then Ryder must already be saying, "wow, we didn't realize how easy it is to wheel and deal such stuff in Hermosa Beach." The question really has to be asked at some point though as to whether Ryder has/will or its partners have/will be giving any campaign donations or other gratuities to any councilmembers or staff in addition to their so-called "giving-back-to-the-community"? That's a pretty common thing for "communication" aka "advertising" companies to do, is it not? Marketing. The only thing Ryder is providing for free in my view is to give a single rendering that does not even look like something that belongs on that property or any property in town. Just my view for what it's worth.
Who is to be paying for the engineering? Where will that cost get hidden? Does Ryder currently have a city license? Already staff is eating up city time on this ad-hoc out of no-where nonsensical project. Would it not be better, if staff has free time on their hands, to instead be directed by the council to provide a coherent plan to pave and maintain all the city's residential streets that are in such_"tired" condition? Where is the plan and timeline for paving each and every street? Are the city streets not more important than a high-definition video sign at the corner of Pier and PCH? These residential streets are eighty plus years "tired" since they were last paved in the hill section. They are much more "tired" and needing of discretionary city money than a tacky highdefinition gimmicky video display to distract and hype the bar district or other commercial impact to the PCH traffic flying by to Redondo Beach and Palos Verdes or the El Segundo corporate centers.
Many things here are more needy for city money than replacing a marquee sign that is not even broken. Why is the council constantly screwing with ad-hoc costly projects and not dealing with important down to earth matters? This council is unquestionably lost and completely unfocused on what is important to the residents. It seems to just put in its time week after week on whatever comes up.
The rendering provided by Ryder could have been worked up with a photo-shop program by many a high school student in an hour or so on their home computer. Ryder communications is an advertising company. They are now using the city and in my view have already gotten four or more stories in the paper with their name prominently displayed. They have had two opportunities to give a sales pitch at the beginning of a meeting with no public comment invited or even allowed, and in fact the city council in the last meeting took a Brown Act violating action by all but officially awarding a
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
contract for over $100 thousand to Ryder communications and their partners. The council voted 5-0 on Councilmember Keegan's quick and dirty motion straight from Burrell's last minute added staff report, even though dated 11/20/2008 (see Ref-A below) to "…direct staff to work with Ryder Communications to implement the sign." It is very clear to me that this whole thing has already been worked up between the city manager, Ryder, and the City Council members. The meetings more and more appear to be just window dressing for what is already worked up in advance.
The council saw a single photo rendering and provided for no public comment. And what's worse, Burrell verbally, but not in the 24 hour provided "staff report" made one of his sly meeting comments, "we can take 100 thousand from the Tyco fund to pay for this, we don't have an estimate yet". This is the way the council approved the Pier Avenue lop-sided poor design fiasco they still are pushing forward. No alternatives. Just take it or leave it people, we know what is best. We are the council and the city manager. Everything worked up in advance.
So, talk about an absolutely outrageous ad-hoc spending project approved essentially with two salespitch "presentations" at the front of two council meetings. This is flat out despicable. The Hermosa city council has become 100% deceitful or just plain stupid-arrogant or both.
Then further the agenda that was posted at the police station and then on the Internet stated for the first 92 hours that Ryder Communications would make a presentation at this last meeting. Didn't say anything else, i.e. as to what kind of presentation, what it was for. No one would have guessed it was a presentation under "Presentations" to essentially be awarded a de facto contract to work with staff and implement a new high-definition video display which is to be paid for with the people's money.
There was no staff report during those 92 hours when most people would review the agenda materials. It looked like a regular PR presentation as often made about i.e. going green. Of course this proposed sign is far from "green" in many respects. In fact on Sunday I wondered what they were going to talk about in this Ryder presentation. Never dreamed it was to approve the sign design and award them a de facto contract for a $100 thousand sign. I learned a day after the meeting that the agenda wording was changed and a staff report was added 24 hours before the meeting, this being accomplished on the Internet but no where else.
The matter needs to be completely re-agendized at least as a municipal matter and then the city council would best take no other action but to forward the entire matter to both the Public Works and Parks and Recreation commissions for their careful analysis as to what the city even wants up there at Pier and PCH and what the function and look of a new Marquee should be, and how it should relate to the architecture of the Community Center and Pier Avenue project.
Then and only then you should next invite a number of art design colleges in the area to submit ideas/designs for a Hermosa Beach marquee. They would probably love to participate. Ryder's oneshot design is a dismal failure with that video screen up in the air on that goofy skeleton structure.
Looks ridiculous! Sorry, but awarding an advertising company anything at all, is like awarding the design of a chicken coop to a fox! I am not at all impressed, especially after viewing both "sales" pitches made by Ryder. Best not use any city money for this that could be shifted around or used to free up other money to pave not only our "tired", but failed residential streets. It is time the city council takes care of important infrastructure for the tax paying residents and stop frittering away hundreds of thousands for the benefit of insider city wants that councilmembers evidently think are keeping them elected. I've never seen such a bunch of wheeling-dealing small-time dysfunctional council people on Hermosa's city council as you people are.
You've already had an advertised hearing in the Planning Commission (nothing done) to change the city laws with respect to these video signs but it was continued (and with no re-advertising?) to the Planning Commission meeting in January. I note though that the way it was first advertised for that now-continued hearing, that the town's people would not have had a clue that it was about providing
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
for all kinds of animated video and other displays that currently are banned in town. You would best make sure your Community Development Director re-advertises and specifies something more clear than he did for the public hearing that's been continued. Direct that a new Public Hearing notice be made for this hearing that spells out the item clearly. This continuation business on advertised public hearings of general community interest has long been an insidious trick by Hermosa government to eliminate public involvement by claiming to save a few pennies on re-advertising. It's been a disgrace for years, the processes used by this city's government with respect to public hearing notice and continuing matters up to three times, the grinding down and elimination of any public participation.
Everything seems to being railroaded through to give Ryder all the nuts and bolts needed to put their so-called "free" contribution into concrete. Free that is except for the residents having to pay the cost. Something that none of the reporters have yet to mention in their stories. Some people actually believe that this marquee is being fully donated by Ryder. It most certainly is not. In my view they are the ones to be profiting most.
Why was there just this one "design" presented?
Why does the public have no say in this matter?
Why is Burrell proposing to take from his "smoke and mirrors Tyco fund" $100 thousand for a sign when a few months ago he and the city council claimed the city has no extra money for anything? If there is $100 thousand available then it had best be used to pave the resident's streets. How many of you on council discussed in private with each other and/or Burrell, prior to the meeting, the taking of $100 thousand from the Tyco fund for this video sign. I doubt he would have just tossed that out at the meeting had not some or all of you talked to him in private about that first. He was clearly dropping that into the record so that in future meetings it could be stated we discussed the use of the Tyco money in a prior meeting. Do you people all know the meaning of the word deceit? Is this the way all government works from the President down to the tiny councilmember? Why does the city attorney say nothing when you do these things in meetings that clearly don't meet the requirements of the Brown Act? He sure was quick to go ballistic when Mr. Barks spoke a few seconds too long. It's more than sad the way council meetings are conducted. You wonder why so few participate. Guess what? There is a reason. Maybe that's what is desired by the council, city manager, and city attorney, that the public just pay their taxes, shut up, and stay away. By the way the agenda still says, "Please Attend". But it does not say. "Please Attend and Participate", as it should.
This item, after Ryder's September sales pitch, should have first been sent to the Public Works Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission for noticed public hearings to consider the need.
You are talking about putting a giant video blight on that corner which could well be a nuisance hazard to traffic, a flashing light nuisance to residents, general advertising blight, a pedestrian hazard, and little more than an attractive nuisance in general, as well as an ongoing costly city maintenance and staffing item.
You've not even had a discussion of what exactly the purpose and use would be for this video sign.
Is it advertising? To me it appears to be just more ad hoc waste of money the council does not have to waste. This clearly isn't a little marquee with some single color electric text as in front of El Segundo or Redondo High School, or the low-resolution image small-marquee over at the former Aviation High School. This as per what Ryder stated it's to be, is a (were you listening) "high definition" 8 foot or bigger display. Will Ryder be picking all the contractors that the city will be paying? Will his contractors thusly have the inside tract sort of like the "Cape Seal" street slurry company did?
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
Any such new marquee should do nothing more than the present sign does and it should not stand out like a big blinding soar thumb. It should present no more than a few brief easily read text messages. Nothing at all like this communication, except perhaps, "Hermosa Needs New Councilmembers". That might be good. There should be no hopping, jumping, or video commercial advertisements, cartoons, cutesy pictures, etc at that corner. This should not in any manner be an entertainment device such as those you see on the Sunset Strip or Hollywood Blvd.
It should be a much smaller, lower marquee with conservative ageless design character that ties into the design of the community center. What is proposed appears to just be another goofy piece of adhoc "art". Ad hoc junky art.
Again after proper discussion in the Public Works and Parks and Recreation Commissions I recommend that you send a letter to college art/architecture departments and let their students submit some designs. Give them the specifications as to what the sign's limited purpose is and how big it should be. Let them make their presentations. No specifications exist at the moment except those that the ad firm Ryder has created to perhaps fit their own "giving" agenda.
There is no rush for this unneeded ad-hoc advertising vehicle that Ryder communications will get a ton of free publicity from. If you view Ryder's presentation in your last meeting, it was again nothing more than a sales pitch. Didn't you see that? Again Ryder stated that our present school marquee looked "tired". That's just like the folks who said our Upper Pier Avenue looks "tired". It looks tired like Pier Avenue only because it's purposefully not being maintained. The council is permitting blight to occur so people can say it needs to be torn down and replaced. Created blight is a standard government trick, is it not, such that a hidden agenda can then be accomplished? The only problem with the present sign is that it needs some paint and minor repair, and also the Community Resources Department needs to stop putting so much unreadable text on it.
The bottom line is that in the last meeting you clearly violated the Brown Act again. The public was not permitted or invited to talk at that point in the meeting yet you took action. The posted agenda was incomplete and did not mention the purpose of the presentation. It should have been a municipal item or even a public hearing item.
This has been a total setup scam for Ryder and its partners to perhaps take over signage for the community. I note they recently signed up El Segundo to put signage through their residential community from the main highways to route people through their residential to their quiet downtown.
I guess El Segundo wants to destroy their downtown and impact their residential too. Too bad. In Ref-B below is the Planning Commission item as directed by the council from the September Council "presentation" when no one was able to speak on the matter and where no plan had even been considered of what the purpose or need of such change in ordinance and the ramifications of same would be.
Re: #2- Ongoing AB1234 requirements and continued receipt by two councilmembers of an improper "car allowance".
California's state ethics law AB1234 was written specifically to reduce expense reimbursement abuse by politicians and other government officials. It also requires regular ethics training to be received by officials. Are all city officials receiving the required regular ethics training? Incredibly, two Hermosa councilmembers are evidently still receiving of the city treasury, a phony car allowance that's costing the city a total of $33.6 thousand during their four years in office. These two councilmembers need to immediately stop receiving these unwarranted "car allowance" payments and pay back what they've improperly received since AB1234 became law 35 months ago. This car
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
allowance was a sham from the day it was first added. Former councilmember Benz referred to it openly as being "pay".
Councilmembers receive a yearly stipend of $6,360 to cover miscellaneous incurred costs that their service incur, and further, councilmembers may submit expense reports for reimbursement of extraneous costs. AB1234 also requires the city to have written policies in place as to what may be expensed and which must be justified as a true expense worthy of reimbursement. It is my understanding that councilmembers are also receiving city paid public employees retirement system (PERS) as well as the availability of full health insurance for their entire family. All as result of various councils giving themselves these benefits for the volunteer elected position they hold. Such benefits might be justified for some but there is no indication in Hermosa Beach that such benefits have brought benefits to the community. In fact it seems to have made being on the council something that keeps dead wood and incompetence there. The best councilmembers seem to have asked for the least in the past.
Many individuals contribute a tremendous amount of time to the city without receiving a penny.
Appointed commissioners and volunteers of all kinds also often expend money of their own for their contribution to the city. Some may actually put in more time than some councilmembers have.
The city has a paid professional staff. If councilmembers want to be paid, they should apply for a job.
They have chosen to run and serve the electorate. The councilmember job is a volunteer elected position. No one forced any councilmember to run for council.
At the minimum, the three councilmembers not receiving the car allowance should agendize for the next council meeting this matter and take action to terminate the improper car allowance and remove the improper car allowance language in any city policy. Otherwise these other three councilmembers, who are not receiving the car allowance, are in effect complicit with the two that are receiving the car allowance, by their inaction to stop those two councilmembers from taking the car allowance.
It is most unfortunate that some are seemingly applying loopholes that ethically-challenged councilmembers of other cities are using to violate the very clear intent of the AB1234 ethics law, or operating on the basis that it's OK until a court finds and declares it invalid. What is it that the council does not understand about AB1234? One has to believe that the city attorney has told all of you in private most clearly that you should no longer be receiving the car allowance, no matter how much good you believe you are accomplishing for the city. I, and others, frankly wonder what in any councilmembers' mind makes him continue to improperly take this money from the people's treasury.
Two of you seem very much lost in a council bubble regarding this matter.
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
Reference A - City Manager's staff item for Ryder Communications presentation item of the November 25, 2008 City Council Meeting. Although dated November 20, 2008, this was not made available until Monday, November 24, 2008. Two improper approvals were made on a presentation item, which on the posted agenda did not even mention what the presentation concerned. The Brown Act was violated in multiple manners.
Written Communication from H.Longacre to Council Agenda of December 9, 2008
Reference B - Planning Commission item continuing matter to January Planning Commission meeting from meeting of November 18, 2008. Note that the agenda item did not reflect correctly the matter, namely that it was regarding electronic and animated signs which currently are prohibited. The item needs to be better defined and re-advertised prior to the next meeting on the matter.
9. TEXT 08-7 -- Text amendment regarding signs in the Open Space zones and establishing requirements for community sign programs.
Staff Recommended Action: To continue to the January 20, 2009 meeting
--- end of written communication ---
1 CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
November 17, 2025
5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Members Present: Mayor Rob Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Mike Detoy, Councilmember Ray Jackson, Councilmember Michael D.
Keegan, Councilmember Dean Francois
Staff Present: Interim City Manager Steve Napolitano, Interim City Attorney Jason Baltimore, Administrative Services Director Brandon Walker, City Clerk Myra Maravilla, Community Development Director Alison Becker, Community Resources Director Lisa Nichols, Public Works Director Joe SanClemente, Police Chief Landon Phillips, Deputy City Clerk Reanna Guzman
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1. CLOSED SESSION—CALL TO ORDER 5:00 PM
Mayor Saemann called the Closed Session meeting to order at 5:07 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Myra Maravilla announced the virtual attendance of Mayor Pro Tem Detoy in accordance with the AB 2449 "just cause" clause due to travel while on official business of another state or local agency. All members were present and a quorum was announced.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
No public comment was provided for the Closed Session.
4. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:08 p.m.
4.a MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session held on October 28, 2025
4.b PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957
Title: City Manager
2 4.c CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: Threatened Litigation Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) and (e)(1)
The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will prejudice the position of the City in the litigation.
Number of Potential Cases: 1
Facts and Circumstances: Cure and correct demand submitted by Jim Holtz on November 11, 2025
5. OPEN SESSION—CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM
Mayor Saemann called the Open Session to order at 6:30 p.m.
6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Robb Stroyke.
7. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Myra Maravilla announced the virtual attendance of Mayor Pro Tem Detoy in accordance with the AB 2449 "just cause" clause due to travel while on official business of another state or local agency. All members were present and a quorum was announced.
8. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Interim City Attorney Jason Baltimore provided the Closed Session Report. No reportable action was taken.
9. ANNOUNCEMENTS—UPCOMING CITY EVENTS
Councilmember Francois announced he is hosting a Councilmember Forum in the Council Chambers on December 1, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Saemann made the following announcements:
• The Public Safety Forum was cohosted by Mayor Saemann and Police Chief Landon Phillips on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The community was thanked for participating in person and via Zoom. Various public safety topics were addressed and various solutions were formed to address community concerns. • The Veterans Memorial Committee and City staff were thanked for their work on the Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11, 2025 at the Community Center East Lawn. All Veterans who served and continue to serve were thanked.
• The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Bureau will host the 5th Annual Hermosa for the Holidays featuring vendor tents, music, carnival rides, tree lighting and more throughout Hermosa Beach from November 21–23. More information and event times can be found at www.hbchamber.net.
3 • The City will offer complementary holiday parking to encourage people to visit, dine, and shop locally throughout the holiday season. Beginning December 3rd, for three weeks thru December 25th, visitors may park at red-bagged meters up to the posted time limit at no charge. The red bags, indicating complementary parking, will be placed on silver meters along Hermosa and Pier Avenues and other commercial areas of the City. The two-hour or three-hour parking limit will continue to be enforced at these meters to encourage parking space turn-over.
10. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To approve the order of the agenda.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois
Motion Carried
11. PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
There were no proclamations or presentations.
12. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Saemann opened Public Comment.
In Person Public Comment:
• Angelo Masino
• Nayiri Dermenjian
• Jane Diehl
Virtual Public Comment:
• Tony Higgins
• Matt H.
13. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Jackson shared that the CEO of Ready Fit Go has offered to provide meals to those in need to include discretely delivering meals. Ready Fit Go has store locations in Hermosa Beach, Torrance, and West Hollywood. It was requested that the City Manager's office assist with getting the word out.
Councilmember Francois requested information about the feasibility of continuing the use of beach accessible wheelchair mats located on 2nd and 22nd Street
4 throughout the winter months. Interim City Manager Steve Napolitano shared he will report back to Council about the request.
Mayor Saemann requested information about the sand build-up on the beach.
Interim City Manager shared information about the excess sand accumulation and the contract with Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbor.
Councilmember Jackson requested information about the sprinkler systems throughout the City.
14. UPDATES ON CITY COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
Councilmember Keegan shared that he and Councilmember Francois attended the El Camino State of the College event. He shared the college is offering certificates in Artificial Intelligence and partnerships with Northrop Grumman and SpaceX. It was also shared that the college has partnerships with Torrance Memorial and with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board.
Mayor Saemann provided information about a breach affecting the outflow of treated water leading to San Pedro from two months ago. He will provide an update on the mentioned breach after he receives additional information at the next South Bay Cities Sanitation District meeting.
15. CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To approve the Consent Calendar.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois
Motion Carried
15.a WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ON THE AGENDA
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
Motion Carried
15.b CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
5 To approve the minutes of the October 28, 2025 regular meeting.
Motion Carried
15.c CHECK REGISTERS - 25-AS-091
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To receive and file the check registers for the period of October 22, 2025 through November 6, 2025. The Administrative Services Director certifies the accuracy of the demands.
Motion Carried
15.d CASH BALANCE REPORT - 25-AS-089
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To receive and file the August 2025 and September 2025 Cash Balance Reports.
Motion Carried
15.e REVENUE REPORT, EXPENDITURE REPORT, AND CIP REPORT BY PROJECT FOR AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2025 - 25-AS-090
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To receive and file the August and September 2025 Financial Reports.
Motion Carried
15.f DESIGNATION OF A MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF FEE WAIVER GRANTS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS HELD IN 2025 - 25-CR-077
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To designate a maximum of $5,000 in fee waiver grant funding for special events held in 2026.
Motion Carried
15.g LIST OF REGULAR AND ONGOING CITY BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTIVE TERMS THAT WILL EXPIRE DURING THE 2026
CALENDAR YEAR - 25-CCO-044
6 Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To receive and file the 2026 Local Appointments List, prepared for posting pursuant to State law, of all regular and ongoing Hermosa Beach board, commission, and committee appointive terms, which will expire during the 2026 calendar year.
Motion Carried
15.h ADOPT AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTIONS OF TITLE 2 OF THE
HERMOSA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE THE TERMS OF
OFFICE, APPOINTMENT, AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITY
COMMISSIONS - 25-CCO-043
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To determine the ordinance is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to CEQA guidelines Section 15378 (b)(5); Adopt by title only Ordinance No. ORD-25-1492 and waive second reading of an ordinance titled “Amending various sections of Title 2 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code to update the terms of office, appointment, and responsibilities of City Commissions and determining the ordinance is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act”; and direct the City Clerk to publish and print the ordinance summary in a newspaper of general circulation within 15 days following adoption and post to the City’s bulletin for 30 days.
Motion Carried
15.i APPROVE THE FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT POWERS
AGREEMENT FOR THE SOUTH BAY CITIES COUNCIL OF
GOVERNMENTS - 25-CMO-075
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Fifth Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) of the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG), which allows the City of Los Angeles to designate a non-elected senior staff member as an alternate to the SBCCOG Governing Board representative.
Motion Carried
15.j REQUEST FOR A PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY
DETERMINATION FOR A DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
7 CONTROL LICENSE TYPE 40 (ON-SALE BEER) FOR THE SOUTH
BAY GOLF CLUB AT 1601 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE 180 - 25- CDD-164
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To determine that the issuance of a liquor license at South Bay Golf Club, located at 1601 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 180, will serve Public Convenience or Necessity and will not tend to create a law enforcement problem; Grant the application for determination of Public Convenience or Necessity for the sale of alcoholic beverages, beer only, for on-sale consumption at South Bay Golf Club, located at 1601 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 180; and instruct City staff to transmit this determination to the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control as required findings under Business and Professions Code Section 23958.4.
Motion Carried
16. PUBLIC HEARINGS—TO COMMENCE AT 6:30 P.M
16.a APPROVAL OF IMPACT LEVEL II NEW 2026 SPECIAL EVENTS - 25- CR-087
Special Events and Filming Coordinator Austin DeWeese provided a presentation.
Councilmember Francois asked various questions.
Virtual Public Comment:
• Tony Higgins
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To hold a public hearing to approve the Parks, Recreation, and Community Resources Advisory Commission’s recommendation to include three Impact Level II new special events on the 2026 Special Events Calendar.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Motion Carried
17. MUNICIPAL MATTERS
17.a CONTINUED REVIEW OF THE CITY’S RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMIT PROGRAM - 25-AS-088
8 Revenue Services Supervisor Paul Avila provided a presentation.
Councilmember Francois asked various questions.
Mayor Saemann asked various questions.
Councilmember Jackson asked various questions.
Councilmember Keegan asked various questions.
Councilmember Francois asked various questions.
Councilmember Detoy asked various questions.
Community Development Director Alison Becker provided information.
In Person Public Comment:
• Robb Stroyke
• Victoria Igloi
Virtual Public Comment:
• Tony Higgins
• Nancy Schwappach
• Kristin Marino
The City Council took a recess at 9:06 p.m. and resumed at 9:28 p.m. All members were present.
Moved by: Mayor Saemann
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Detoy
Fourth Permit
To qualify for a fourth permit, a resident shall sign an affidavit subject to penalty of perjury stating the number of drivers on the residence. If the number of drivers exceeds the number of onsite parking spaces, the driver is eligible for a fourth permit with a maximum of one hang tag issued per residence. If the signer is found to deceive the City, the applicant shall be subject to the two-year ban.
Ayes (4): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, and Councilmember Keegan
Abstained (1): Councilmember Francois
Motion Carried
Moved by: Mayor Saemann
Seconded by: Councilmember Keegan
9 City Manager Authority to Issue a Fifth and Sixth Permit To grant the City Manager the authority to process residential parking permit appeals over four permits to issue a fifth and sixth residential parking permit under special circumstances.
Ayes (3): Mayor Saemann, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois
Noes (2): Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, and Councilmember Jackson Motion Carried
Moved by: Councilmember Francois
Seconded by: Councilmember Keegan
Guest Parking Pass
To separate the guest parking pass from the Residential Parking Program and make it eligible to every household in the parking district. The guest parking pass would not count towards the four parking passes.
Ayes (2): Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Noes (3): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, and Councilmember Jackson
Motion Failed
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Detoy
Cost of Parking Permits
To maintain the cost of each parking permit at $60 each for the first four permits. Permits five and six would be tied to the downtown parking rate at $3,000.
Mayor Pro Tem Detoy withdrew his motion.
Moved by: Mayor Saemann
Seconded by: Councilmember Keegan
Cost of Parking Permits
To maintain the cost of each residential parking permit at $60.
Ayes (3): Mayor Saemann, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois
Noes (2): Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, and Councilmember Jackson Motion Carried
10 Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Mayor Saemann
Ban Issuance to Residents with Outstanding Fees Owed to the City To direct staff to bring back a City policy for codification in the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code that denies the issuance of a residential parking permit to an individual with outstanding fees owed to the City. The policy would apply to all individuals residing at the same address.
Ayes (3): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, and Councilmember Jackson
Noes (1): Councilmember Keegan
Abstained (1): Councilmember Francois
Motion Carried
Moved by: Mayor Saemann
Seconded by: Councilmember Jackson
Difference between being an owner and a resident using a utility bill.
Ayes (3): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, and Councilmember Jackson
Noes (1): Councilmember Keegan
Abstained (1): Councilmember Francois
Motion Carried
17.b CONSIDERATION OF HERMOSA BEACH MUSEUM EXPANSION - 25- CR-080
Community Resources Director Lisa Nichols provided a presentation.
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Mayor Saemann
To approve the proposed first amendment to an agreement with the Hermosa Beach Museum to allow for use of additional space on the lower level of the Hermosa Beach Community Center’s south wing, subject to renovations funded by the Hermosa Beach Museum, and to extend the agreement for an additional 10-year term; and authorize the City Manager to execute and the City Clerk to attest the proposed first amendment, subject to approval by the City Attorney.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois
11 Motion Carried
17.c ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT A SIDE LETTER TO
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE CITY
OF HERMOSA BEACH AND THE GENERAL AND SUPERVISORY
EMPLOYEES’ BARGAINING UNIT TEAMSTERS LOCAL 986 - 25-AS093 Human Resources Manager Tiffany Nguyen provided a presentation.
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To adopt Resolution No. RES-25-7527 to adopt a Side Letter to the MOU between the City of Hermosa Beach and the General and Supervisory Employees’ Bargaining Unit, Teamsters Local 986, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Motion Carried
17.d PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR CIP 504 PLAYGROUND
EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT PROJECT - 25-PW-085
Public Works Director Joe SanClemente provided a presentation.
Mayor Saemann asked various questions.
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Detoy
Seconded by: Mayor Saemann
To authorize the purchase of playground equipment from Landscape Structures, Inc. through a cooperative purchase agreement with Sourcewell in an amount not to exceed $179,782.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Motion Carried
17.e AWARD OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS FOR ON-CALL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES - 25-PW-081
Public Works Director Joe SanClemente provided a staff presentation.
Moved by: Mayor Saemann
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Detoy
12 To award a contract for on-call architectural services to Westgroup Designs, Inc. at a not-to-exceed amount of $1,000,000 for a term of three years ending November 17, 2028; Award a contract for on-call architectural services to Paul Murdoch Architects at a not-to-exceed amount of $1,000,000 for a term of three years ending November 17, 2028; Award a contract for on-call architectural services to IDS Group, Inc. at a not-to-exceed amount of $1,000,000 for a term of three years ending November 17, 2028; Award a contract for on-call architectural services to Rubio Medina, Architect at a not-to-exceed amount of $1,000,000 for a term of three years ending November 17, 2028; and authorize the City Manager to execute the proposed agreements, and approve minor modifications if necessary, with the City Clerk attesting the proposed agreements and subject to approval by the City Attorney, as amended, with the option to extend each agreement by two additional one-year terms.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Motion Carried
17.f APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT FOR CITATION PROCESSING SERVICES WITH TURBO
DATA SYSTEMS, INC. - 25-AS-087
Administrative Services Director Brandon Walker provided a presentation.
Councilmember Francois asked various questions.
Interim City Attorney Jason Baltimore provided comments.
Virtual Public Comment:
• Tony Higgins
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Francois
To approve the proposed first amendment to agreement with Turbo Data Systems, Inc. to provide citation processing services increasing the not-toexceed contract amount from $221,386 to $280,200; and authorize the City Manager to execute the proposed amendment, approve minor modifications if necessary, and execute all related documents, with the City Clerk attesting the agreement subject to approval by the City Attorney.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Motion Carried
13 17.g CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2026 - 25-CMO-076 Executive Assistant Ann Yang provided a presentation.
Virtual Public Comment:
• Tony Higgins
The City Council deliberated on various changes to the proposed 2026 meeting schedule.
Moved by: Councilmember Keegan
To approve the City Council meeting schedule for 2026 and approve a resolution establishing the meeting dates and times of the City Council for calendar year 2026
Motion failed due to lack of a second.
Moved by: Councilmember Keegan
Seconded by: Mayor Saemann
To remove the City Council retreat from the 2026 meeting calendar.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Motion Carried
Moved by: Councilmember Jackson
Seconded by: Councilmember Keegan
To approve the City Council meeting schedule for 2026 and adopt Resolution No. RES-25-7528 establishing the meeting dates and times of the City Council for calendar year 2026, as amended.
Ayes (5): Mayor Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, Councilmember Jackson, Councilmember Keegan, and Councilmember Francois Motion Carried
18. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
18.a TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - 25-CMO-078
19. CITY MANAGER REPORT
Interim City Manager Steve Napolitano provided a City Manager Report.
20. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
20.a LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE AND AMBULANCE MONTHLY REPORT FOR September 2025 - 25-CMO-077
14 20.b PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES - 25-CR-084
20.c PARKING CITATION AND REVENUE REPORT—OCTOBER 2025
21. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Saemann adjourned the meeting at 10:56 p.m. in memory of Ken Rogers and read a eulogy into the record.
1 CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
November 20, 2025
8:30 a.m.
Council Chambers
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Members Present: Mayor Rob Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Mike Detoy, Councilmember Ray Jackson, Councilmember Michael D.
Keegan, Councilmember Dean Francois
Staff Present: Interim City Manager Steve Napolitano, City Clerk Myra Maravilla, Deputy City Clerk Reanna Guzman, Interim City Attorney Jason Baltimore
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CLOSED SESSION—CALL TO ORDER 8:30 AM
Mayor Saemann called the Closed Session meeting to order at 8:45 a.m.
2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Myra Maravilla announced a quorum.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
Mayor Saemann opened Public Comment. No public comment was provided.
4. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 8:46 a.m.
4.a MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session held on November 17, 2025
4.b PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957(b)(1)
Title: City Manager
Subject: Interview of candidates for the position of City Manager
5. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
The City Council resumed the meeting at 2:39 p.m. City Clerk Maravilla conducted a roll call and announced a quorum. Councilmembers Keegan and
2 Jackson were not present during roll call. Interim City Attorney Jason Baltimore provided the Closed Session Report. No reportable action was taken.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 2:40 p.m.
1 CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
December 1, 2025
11:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Members Present: Mayor Rob Saemann, Mayor Pro Tem Mike Detoy, Councilmember Ray Jackson, Councilmember Michael D.
Keegan, Councilmember Dean Francois
Staff Present: Interim City Manager Steve Napolitano, Interim City Attorney Jason Baltimore, City Clerk Myra Maravilla, Office Assistant Ariana Rodriguez
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CLOSED SESSION—CALL TO ORDER 11:00 AM
Mayor Saemann called the Closed Session meeting to order at 11:01 a.m.
2. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Myra Maravilla announced the virtual attendance of Mayor Pro Tem Detoy, in accordance with AB 2449 "just cause" clause, due to childcare needs.
All members were present, and a quorum was announced.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
Mayor Saemann opened Public Comment.
Virtual Public Comment:
• Matt McCool
4. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 11:05 a.m.
4.a PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Title: City Manager
Subject: Negotiation of City Manager Employment Contract
5. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
2 Interim City Attorney Jason Baltimore provided the Closed Session Report. No reportable action was taken.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 11:48 a.m.
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-AS-094
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
CHECK REGISTERS
(Administrative Services Director Brandon Walker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the check register for November 20, 2025.
The Administrative Services Director certifies the accuracy of the demands.
Attachment:
Check Register 11/20/2025
Respectfully Submitted by: Brandon Walker, Administrative Services Director Noted for Fiscal Impact: Henry Chao, Finance Manager
Approved: Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
11/20/2025
Check Register
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
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Page:
Bank code : boa
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
110555 11/20/2025 21348 AARDVARK INV2500950 SWAT GEAR - MAG POUCHES 170-2105-5401 167.05
170-2105-5401 16.80
21348 Total : 183.85
110556 11/20/2025 06827 ALL CITY MANAGEMENT 104854 CROSSING GUARD SVS 10.26-11.8.25 146-2102-4201 18,678.66
06827 Total : 18,678.66
110557 11/20/2025 00321 AT&T 960 461-1985 555 7 PD COMPUTER CIRCUITS/NOV25 001-2101-4304 249.78
00321 Total : 249.78
110558 11/20/2025 23101 ATHENS ADMINISTRATORS Req 34 WORKERS COMP CLAIMS/OCT25B 705-1217-4324 16,024.57
Req 35 WORKERS COMP CLAIMS/NOV25A
705-1217-4324 28,795.42
23101 Total : 44,819.99
110559 11/20/2025 16660 ATHENS SERVICES 20500613 PD SHREDDING SERVICE/NOV25 001-2101-4309 86.67
16660 Total : 86.67
110560 11/20/2025 23808 ATLANTIC SIGNAL, LLC INV6487 SWAT GEAR 170-2105-5401 1,842.60
170-2105-5401 173.15
23808 Total : 2,015.75
110561 11/20/2025 18036 BEACHSPORTS PO44943 INSTRUCTOR PYMT CLASSES THRU 11.11.25 001-4601-4221 2,090.46
18036 Total : 2,090.46
110562 11/20/2025 21651 BLUMENFELD, DALTON PO44917 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 74.00
21651 Total : 74.00
110563 11/20/2025 00163 BRAUN LINEN SERVICE Acct 70664 INMATE LAUNDRY SVS/OCT25 001-2101-4306 269.96
11/20/2025
Check Register
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
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Page:
Bank code : boa
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
110563 11/20/2025 00163 BRAUN LINEN SERVICE (Continued) Total : 269.96 110564 11/20/2025 13157 CAHALAN, ERIC PO44963 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 74.00
13157 Total : 74.00
110565 11/20/2025 23574 CALVENTO, MARIA PO44919 REIMB-CLI TRAINING MILEAGE & PARKING 001-2101-4317 261.94
23574 Total : 261.94
110566 11/20/2025 10838 CANON SOLUTIONS AMERICA, INC 6013657180 COPIER MAINT/COMM RES/JUL-OCT25 001-4601-4305 172.68
6013657181 COPIER MAINT/POLICE DEPT/JUL-OCT25
001-2101-4305 398.47
6013657182 COPIER MAINT/PD RECORDS/JUL-OCT25
001-2101-4305 168.50
6013705996 COPIER MAINT/COMM SVS/JUL-OCT25
001-3302-4305 11.33
10838 Total : 750.98
110567 11/20/2025 23578 CENTERS OF CA, A MEDICAL CORP, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH 88762010 PRE-EMPLOYMENT EVALS 10.31-11.4.25 001-1203-4320 436.00
23578 Total : 436.00
110568 11/20/2025 22989 CERTIFIED FIRST LLC PO44944 INSTRUCTOR PYMT CLASSES THRU 11.22.25 001-4601-4221 14,318.18
22989 Total : 14,318.18
110569 11/20/2025 20236 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 188398601102125 1301 HERMOSA/540 PIER CONNECTION/NOV25 001-2101-4304 299.46
20236 Total : 299.46
110570 11/20/2025 20236 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 188398201102125 1301 HERMOSA/RRC CONNECTION/NOV25 001-2101-4304 150.00
20236 Total : 150.00
110571 11/20/2025 09694 CLEAN ENERGY CE12815529 CNG FUEL/SEPT25 715-3104-4310 48.75
09694 Total : 48.75
11/20/2025
Check Register
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
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Page:
Bank code : boa
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
110572 11/20/2025 14752 CRECY, STEVEN 25546 CHALLENGE COINS-VETS DAY EVENT 001-2120 235.15
14752 Total : 235.15
110573 11/20/2025 00364 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 001135 MAT REQ 805323/FINGERPRINTING/OCT25 001-1203-4251 414.00
001-2101-4251 186.00
00364 Total : 600.00
110574 11/20/2025 22862 DIGENOVA, NICOLAS PO44965 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 74.00
22862 Total : 74.00
110575 11/20/2025 15059 EVANS, MARLIN K. PO44945 INSTRUCTOR PYMT CLASS 12318 001-4601-4221 207.45
15059 Total : 207.45
110576 11/20/2025 20265 FRANCO, MATTHEW PO44922 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 74.00
20265 Total : 74.00
110577 11/20/2025 19884 FRONTIER 209-190-0013-1206175 PD COMPUTER CIRCUITS/NOV25 001-2101-4304 921.02
19884 Total : 921.02
110578 11/20/2025 19884 FRONTIER 323-155-6779-0822065 FIBER OPTIC LINES/NOV25 715-1206-4201 249.63
19884 Total : 249.63
110579 11/20/2025 19884 FRONTIER 310-318-9210-0827185 PD JAIL BREATHALYZER/NOV25 001-2101-4304 120.70
19884 Total : 120.70
110580 11/20/2025 19474 FUJISAKI, RANDY TR1236 TR REIMB - IACP CONF 10.18-10.21.25 001-2101-4317 1,441.28
19474 Total : 1,441.28
110581 11/20/2025 23001 GALAT, MICHELLE PO44923 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 74.00
11/20/2025
Check Register
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
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Page:
Bank code : boa
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
110581 11/20/2025 23001 GALAT, MICHELLE (Continued) Total : 74.00 110582 11/20/2025 22871 GALL, TINA KATCHEN 020-102025 CDBG ADMIN & LABOR COMPL SVS/OCT25 001-4202-4201 650.00
020-92025 CDBG ADMIN & LABOR COMPL/AUG-SEPT25
001-4202-4201 250.00
22871 Total : 900.00
110583 11/20/2025 01320 GALLS LLC 033077920 100606518
150-2114-4201 87.96
150-2114-4201 17.45
01320 Total : 105.41
110584 11/20/2025 21597 GROH, MARK LEE HB-063 CITATION HEARING SVS/NOV25 001-1204-4201 280.00
21597 Total : 280.00
110585 11/20/2025 23799 LM INVESTIGATIONS LLC 2025-0006 CS APPLICANT BACKGROUND&POLYGRAPH 001-3302-4201 2,200.90
23799 Total : 2,200.90
110586 11/20/2025 23966 MAGEE NOLAN, PEGGY PO44948 REIMB-EXCURSION EXPENSE 11/7/25 001-4601-4201 188.00
23966 Total : 188.00
110587 11/20/2025 10045 MAIN STREET TOURS 1290 EXCURSION TRANSPORTATION 11.7.25 145-3409-4201 1,487.50
10045 Total : 1,487.50
110588 11/20/2025 22328 MCBRIDE, RYAN PO44927 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 74.00
22328 Total : 74.00
110589 11/20/2025 16613 MCDERMOTT, GARRETT PO44971 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 47.52
16613 Total : 47.52
110590 11/20/2025 13114 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC 444062815001 MAT REQ 435409/OFFICE SUPPLIES 001-1208-4305 226.84
445456662001 OFFICE CHAIR FOR SR REC SUPERVISOR
11/20/2025
Check Register
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
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Page:
Bank code : boa
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
110590 11/20/2025 13114 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC (Continued) 001-4601-4305 143.28
001-4601-4305 13.97
446775527001 MAT REQ 804996/OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-4202-4305 44.00
446775692001 MAT REQ 804996/OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-4202-4305 11.92
446775694001 MAT REQ 804996/OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-4202-4305 16.50
447361450001 CALENDARS & FOLDERS
001-2101-4305 593.13
001-2101-4305 57.83
13114 Total : 1,107.47
110591 11/20/2025 20016 PINEDA, LUIS PO44930 OFFICER WELLNESS GRANT 150-2124-4201 74.00
20016 Total : 74.00
110592 11/20/2025 13838 PITNEY BOWES INC 3107484815 POSTAGE METER RENTAL/OCT-DEC25 715-1208-4201 602.22
13838 Total : 602.22
110593 11/20/2025 22251 RAMOS, ALBERT PO44931 TR1243 REIMB-CMPA CONFERENCE 001-3302-4317 134.82
22251 Total : 134.82
110594 11/20/2025 03353 SBCU VISA 0017581 CC FENCE PARTS FOR THE POLICE DEPT 001-6101-4309 19.52
001-6101-4309 200.20
0017611 FENCE PARTS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
001-6101-4309 36.52
001-6101-4309 3.56
0017656 CC MATERIAL FOR FENCE REPAIRS
001-6101-4201 319.71
001-6101-4201 31.17
0017657 CC CHAIN LINK FENCING
001-6101-4201 701.00
001-6101-4201 68.35
0017696 CC MATERIAL FOR FENCE REPAIRS
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110594 11/20/2025 03353 SBCU VISA (Continued)
001-6101-4201 297.32
001-6101-4201 28.99
05J0034513168 CC PD WATER DELIVERY/OCT25
001-2101-4305 441.97
05j8710331344 CC DRINKING WATER DELIVERY - OCT25
001-4601-4305 413.60
0970346-3045468 CC TOOLS & MATERIAL FOR FENCE REPAIRS
001-6101-4309 313.03
001-6101-4309 30.52
10.1.25 CC LACPCA WORKSHOP PARKING/PHILLIPS
001-2101-4317 34.00
10.14.25 CC CITY COUNCIL MEETING DINNER 10.14.25
001-1201-4305 427.38
10.2.25 CC LACPCA WORKSHOP PARKING/PHILLIPS
001-2101-4317 34.00
10.28.25 CC CITY COUNCIL MEETING DINNER 10.28.25
001-1101-4305 510.71
10.3.25 CC LACPCA WORKSHOP PARKING/PHILLIPS
001-2101-4317 10.50
100075352 CC RECORDS DESTRUCTION 10/20/25
001-1121-4201 560.00
103371 CC CAMERA FOR FACILITIES SEWER REPAIRS
160-3102-4309 429.99
160-3102-4309 47.22
103372 CC SPECIALTY WRENCH FOR FLEET DEPT
715-4206-4309 172.03
715-4206-4309 18.89
13569887183 CC CPRS MINI CONF STAFF REGISTRATION
001-4601-4317 247.82
1514 K9 SUPPLIES
170-2105-5401 58.55
16743 CC DEPT JR OFFICER STICKERS
001-2101-4305 510.00
21686 CC RECORDS DESTRUCTION 10/20/25
001-1121-4201 935.00
229398 CC K9 E-COLLAR
170-2105-5401 54.99
2447 CC DRINKS - RANGE QUALIFICATION STAFF
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110594 11/20/2025 03353 SBCU VISA (Continued)
001-2101-4305 12.90
24800604-00 CC PAINT WASTE DRUMS
001-3104-4309 641.46
001-3104-4309 26.91
2497072-1609044 CC P & E SUPPLIES
001-2101-4305 103.17
001-2101-4305 10.06
266430 CC DRINKS - RANGE QUALIFICATION STAFF
001-2101-4305 68.74
2932662-5983457 CC HALLOWEEN SUPPLIES
001-3302-4201 442.36
001-3302-4201 76.54
300022529 CC MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL FOR G HOBELMAN
001-4201-4315 100.00
3215386-0369042 CC OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-4101-4305 9.00
001-4201-4305 8.99
001-4101-4305 9.01
001-4201-4305 9.01
001-4101-4305 1.76
001-4201-4305 1.75
3280857-8271453 CC COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHT SUPPLIES
001-4601-4308 129.20
001-4601-4308 27.62
329626 CC K9 SUPPLIES
170-2105-5401 721.87
170-2105-5401 110.37
3325 CC SB CHIEF'S MEETING LUNCH
001-2101-4305 309.16
34757551 CC UTILITY BOX WARPPING MATERIALS
301-8109-4201 4,115.64
301-8109-4201 401.29
352451 CC SNACKS - RANGE QUALIFICATION STAFF
001-2101-4305 20.50
3556095 CC MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL FOR G HOBELMAN
001-4201-4315 376.15
3733 CC HOLIDAY EVENT MEETING
001-2101-4305 117.98
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110594 11/20/2025 03353 SBCU VISA (Continued)
4054803-1699427 CC OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-1121-4305 5.30
001-1121-4305 54.37
406938 CC CSO RECOGNITION LUNCH SUPPLIES
001-2101-4305 141.88
4220139-4275428 CC OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-4101-4305 11.75
001-4201-4305 1.62
001-4201-4305 11.75
001-4101-4305 5.00
001-4201-4305 4.98
001-4101-4305 1.64
4815794-1560263 CC HALLOWEEN SUPPLIES
001-3302-4201 174.79
001-3302-4201 24.70
4956897-6464234 CC OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-1201-4305 23.30
001-1201-4305 2.27
517866 CC CSO RECOGNITION LUNCH SUPPLIES
001-2101-4305 98.80
621928-2511404 CC TOOLS & MATERIAL FOR FENCE REPAIRS
001-6101-4309 63.00
001-6101-4309 6.14
7103025-9383404 CC K9 DOG HOUSES
170-2105-5401 359.98
170-2105-5401 35.10
7659590-2123457 CC ELECTRICAL CODE BOOKS FOR STAFF
001-4202-4305 358.02
001-4202-4305 34.90
7793296-0753065 CC BASKETBALL RIMS FOR CLARK FIELD
001-6101-4309 329.97
001-6101-4309 32.16
7967497 CC BARRICADE RENTAL FOR THE STRAND
001-3104-4201 48.51
8072428-5821007 cc CSO FLASHLIGHTS
001-3302-4314 324.00
001-3302-4314 31.60
8269104-2253824 CC OFFICE SUPPLIES
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110594 11/20/2025 03353 SBCU VISA (Continued)
001-1201-4305 79.40
001-1201-4305 7.74
8813781-9573024 CC OFFICE SUPPLIES
001-1121-4305 164.27
9.30.25 CC CITY COUNCIL MEETING DINNER 9.30.25
001-1101-4305 456.88
BU01832793 CC EOC SATELLITE PHONE/OCT25
001-1201-4304 77.25
BU01841671 CC EOC SATELLITE PHONE/NOV25
001-1201-4304 77.25
C1619 CC BACKBOARD FOR TELEPHONE FIBER
715-1206-4201 163.16
C1794 CC BACKBOARD FOR TELEPHONE FIBER
715-1206-4201 75.50
CR4185020-8913803 CC RETURNED BASKETBALL RIMS
001-6101-4309 -43.89
CR6370530-6265042 CC RETURNED SHIPPING LABELS
001-4101-4305 -42.46
INV-40686-K9D5F4 CC CAL CITIES ANNUAL CON REG/ZALYAN
001-1201-4317 725.00
ML0HTT01TJ CC SENIOR CENTER MOVIES/MUSIC/OCT25
001-4601-4308 10.99
ML0HVBG68D CC SENIOR CENTER CLOUD STORAGE/OCT25
001-4601-4308 0.99
OCT25 CC SUPERCHARGER FEES/OCT25
715-2101-4311 35.07
PH122290 CC COVER FOR AC LINES @POLICE DEPARTMENT
001-4204-4309 63.98
001-4204-4309 6.72
PO44719 RED CARPET ENTERANCE FOR THEATRE
001-4601-4308 137.13
PO44725 CC EXCURSION SUPPLIES
001-4601-4308 49.46
PO44754 CC CARRIE EVENT WRISTBANDS
001-4601-4308 69.87
001-4601-4308 7.16
PO44789 CC WELDING MATERIALS
715-4206-4309 253.79
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110594 11/20/2025 03353 SBCU VISA (Continued)
715-4206-4309 22.21
PO44795 CC SPECIALTY GLUE
001-4204-4309 41.97
001-4204-4309 3.25
PO44796 CC CELL PHONE CAR MOUNT
715-4206-4309 23.52
715-4206-4309 1.82
PO44829 CC CPRS MEMBERSHIPS
001-4601-4315 1,400.00
PO44846 CC CELL PHONE CASE
001-4202-4305 37.99
001-4202-4305 3.98
PO44937 CC PPE ONLINE RESPIRATOR EVALUATION
160-3102-4201 522.00
RT4185020-8913803 CC RETURNED BASKETBALL RIMS
001-6101-4309 -43.89
RT4185020-8913803CC RETURNED BASKETBALL RIMS
001-6101-4309 -87.78
TR1196 CC ICAP CONF PHILLIPS 10/18-10/21/25
001-2101-4317 1,060.28
TR1196 CC ICAP CONF/BAG&FLIGHT CHANGE/PHILLIPS
001-2101-4317 115.00
TR1196 CC ICAP CONF PHILLIPS 10/18-10/21/25
001-2101-4317 235.44
TR1216 CC ICAP CONF MARQUEZ 10/18-10/21/25
001-2101-4317 1,060.28
TR1240 CC APA CONF HOTEL STAY/J WHITNEY
001-4101-4317 924.83
TR1245 CC LEAGUE OF CA CITES CONF/FRANCOIS
001-1101-4317 580.98
TR1257 CC TRAVEL - AXON WEEK/MCDERMOTT
001-2101-4317 269.48
TR1258 CC TRAVEL - AXON WEEK/LOEZA
001-2101-4317 582.97
TR1259 CC TRAVEL - AXON WEEK/YOUNG
001-3302-4317 486.43
TR1261 CC LEGISLATIVE TOUR REG/JACKSON
001-1101-4317 775.00
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110594 11/20/2025 03353 SBCU VISA (Continued) Total : 27,384.53 110595 11/20/2025 00170 SOCAL GAS 097 904 5900 3 CITY-OWNED BLDGS/NATURAL GAS/OCT25 001-4204-4303 165.46
00170 Total : 165.46
110596 11/20/2025 00170 SOCAL GAS 102 104 5900 3 CITY-OWNED BLDGS/NATURAL GAS/OCT25 001-4204-4303 84.67
00170 Total : 84.67
110597 11/20/2025 00170 SOCAL GAS 011 004 5767 8 CITY-OWNED BLDGS/NATURAL GAS/OCT25 001-4204-4303 29.56
00170 Total : 29.56
110598 11/20/2025 00170 SOCAL GAS 141 204 4600 1 CITY-OWNED BLDGS/NATURAL GAS/OCT25 001-4204-4303 23.52
00170 Total : 23.52
110599 11/20/2025 18595 SOUTH BAY SHELL AND CAR WASH 10.1.25 CITYWIDE CAR WASHES/JUL-SEPT25 715-4201-4311 48.00
715-4601-4311 4.00
715-3302-4311 304.00
715-2101-4311 644.00
715-4202-4311 124.00
18595 Total : 1,124.00
110600 11/20/2025 19082 T-MOBILE Accty 267037374 COMM RES CELL PHONES/OCT25 001-4601-4304 220.70
19082 Total : 220.70
110601 11/20/2025 19082 T-MOBILE Acct 946625962 PD RECORDS/WATCH COMMAND/CELLS/OCT25 001-2101-4304 81.43
19082 Total : 81.43
110602 11/20/2025 23002 TORRES, IVAN PO44974 K9 SUPPLIES REIMBURSEMENT 170-2105-5401 569.34
23002 Total : 569.34
110603 11/20/2025 20670 TURBODATA SYSTEMS, INC. 45526/PO43552 TICKET WRITER ENVELOPES 001-3302-4201 2,743.75
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110603 11/20/2025 20670 TURBODATA SYSTEMS, INC. (Continued) Total : 2,743.75 110604 11/20/2025 05626 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC 045-543408 ERP SOFTWARE CONVERSION HARDWARE 715-1206-4201 526.81
045-543590 ERP SOFTWARE CONVERSION 10.29.25
715-1206-4201 1,304.00
045-543930 ERP SOFTWARE CONVERSION HARDWARE
715-1206-4201 2,066.60
05626 Total : 3,897.41
110605 11/20/2025 01938 V & V MANUFACTURING, INC. 63260 RENUMBERING OF CSO AND PSO BADGES 001-2101-4314 179.85
001-2101-4314 16.37
01938 Total : 196.22
51 Vouchers for bank code : boa Bank total : 132,528.09 51 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 132,528.09
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-AS-097
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council CITY’S TREASURER’S REPORT
(City Treasurer Dave Pedersen)
Recommended Action:
The City Treasurer recommends City Council receive and file the October 2025 City Treasurer’s Report.
Executive Summary:
Investments in the report meet the requirements of the City of Hermosa Beach’s adopted investment policy.
Attached is report of all inactive Public Deposits for the month of October 2025. This is the most current investment information available.
Attachment:
October 2025 City Treasurer’s Report
Respectfully Submitted by: David Pedersen, City Treasurer Concur: Anna Bailey, Accountant
Noted for Fiscal Impact: Henry Chao, Finance Manager
Concur: Brandon Walker, Administrative Services Director Approved: Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
INSTITUTIONS
RATE YIELD
DATE OF DATE OF ORIGINAL MARKET COST/MARKET FACE/PAR OF TO INVESTMENT TYPE/INSTITUTION CUSIP # BOOK VALUE INVESTMENT MATURITY COST VALUE DIFFERENCE VALUE INTEREST MATURITY
POOLED INVESTMENTS
LAIF (Local Agency Investment Fund) $ 32,147,633.76 $ 32,147,633.76 $32,209,665.22 1 $62,031.46 $ 32,147,633.76 4.340% LAIF (Local Agency Investment Fund - Greenwich Village Underground) $ 3,780,012.69 $ 3,763,000.00 $3,787,306.53 1 $24,306.53 $ 3,780,012.69 4.340% LACPIF (Los Angeles County Pooled Investment Funds) $ 3,133,384.54 $ 3,133,384.54 $3,054,006.00 2 ($79,378.54) $ 3,133,384.54 3.430% 3
Pooled Investments % of Total Investment 78.221% $39,061,030.99 $ 39,044,018.30 $39,050,977.75 $6,959.45 $39,061,030.99 U.S. GOV'T AGENCY BONDS/NOTES
US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CAZ4 $499,817.88 4/13/2021 11/30/2025 $492,109.38 $498,640.00 $6,530.62 $500,000.00 0.375% 0.722% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CCF6 $499,784.14 6/9/2021 5/31/2026 $498,145.00 $491,375.00 ($6,770.00) $500,000.00 0.750% 0.826% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CCP4 $249,836.45 8/11/2021 7/31/2026 $248,115.46 $244,277.50 ($3,837.96) $250,000.00 0.625% 0.780% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CBT7 $500,075.72 9/30/2021 3/31/2026 $500,878.91 $493,850.00 ($7,028.91) $500,000.00 0.750% 0.710% US Treasury Note/Bond 912828Z78 $499,677.87 1/26/2022 1/31/2027 $498,692.19 $486,700.00 ($11,992.19) $500,000.00 1.500% 1.555% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CAL5 $466,903.39 10/31/2022 9/30/2027 $415,109.37 $470,430.00 $55,320.63 $500,000.00 0.375% 4.237% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CEB3 $464,228.40 2/29/2024 2/28/2029 $445,812.50 $472,635.00 $26,822.50 $500,000.00 1.875% 4.307% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CFL0 $498,833.20 10/22/2024 9/30/2029 $498,527.34 $503,690.00 $5,162.66 $500,000.00 3.875% 3.941% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CFT3 $497,474.18 10/31/2024 10/31/2029 $496,828.13 $506,015.00 $9,186.87 $500,000.00 4.000% 4.142% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CMD0 $250,343.46 1/29/2025 12/31/2029 $250,406.25 $256,602.50 $6,196.25 $250,000.00 4.375% 4.337% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CMU2 $502,399.93 4/21/2025 3/31/2030 $502,687.50 $506,115.00 $3,427.50 $500,000.00 4.000% 3.879% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CHF1 $247,402.92 6/18/2025 5/31/2030 $247,193.36 $250,450.00 $3,256.64 $250,000.00 3.750% 4.002% US Treasury Note/Bond 91282CHZ7 $524,167.86 10/22/2025 9/30/2030 $524,289.00 $520,020.00 ($4,269.00) $500,000.00 4.625% 3.544% U.S. Gov't Agency Bonds/Notes 11.416% $5,700,945.40 $5,618,794.39 $5,700,800.00 $86,274.61 $5,750,000.00
NEGOTIABLE CDS
Medallion Bank Utah 58404DLL3 $249,000.00 08/30/2021 08/31/2026 $249,000.00 $241,226.28 ($7,773.72) $249,000.00 0.850% 0.850% Synchrony Bank 87165FE42 $249,000.00 11/12/2021 11/12/2026 $249,000.00 $242,298.36 ($6,701.64) $249,000.00 1.100% 1.100% Toyota Financial Savings 89235MMB4 $249,000.00 11/12/2021 11/12/2026 $249,000.00 $242,535.71 ($6,464.29) $249,000.00 1.100% 1.100% Capital One BK USA Natl Ass 14042TGL52 $246,000.00 6/8/2022 6/2/2027 $246,000.00 $244,216.94 ($1,783.06) $246,000.00 3.199% 3.199% Capital One Natl Assn MCLEA 14042RRS21 $246,000.00 6/8/2022 6/2/2027 $246,000.00 $244,216.94 ($1,783.06) $246,000.00 3.199% 3.199% Third FS & LA Cleveland 88413QDN5 $245,000.00 8/23/2022 8/19/2027 $245,000.00 $242,550.00 ($2,450.00) $245,000.00 3.299% 3.299% Discover Bank/ Capital One Natl Assn 254673Q90 $245,000.00 8/23/2022 8/23/2027 $245,000.00 $243,810.75 ($1,189.25) $245,000.00 3.400% 3.400% First National Bank 32114VCF2 $249,000.00 2/10/2023 2/10/2028 $249,000.00 $249,281.49 $281.49 $249,000.00 3.700% 3.700% First Business Bank 31938QW42 $245,000.00 2/15/2023 2/15/2028 $245,000.00 $245,462.61 $462.61 $245,000.00 3.750% 3.750% Customers Bank 23204HPB8 $244,000.00 6/14/2023 6/14/2028 $244,000.00 $249,161.19 $5,161.19 $244,000.00 4.450% 4.450% Morgan Stanley Private Bank 61690U7S3 $244,000.00 6/14/2023 6/14/2028 $244,000.00 $253,267.85 $9,267.85 $244,000.00 4.500% 4.500% Park State Bank 70086VAY7 $249,000.00 8/9/2023 8/17/2028 $249,000.00 $257,868.06 $8,868.06 $249,000.00 4.400% 4.400% United Fidelity Bank 910286GUI $249,000.00 8/9/2023 8/17/2028 $249,000.00 $254,505.99 $5,505.99 $249,000.00 4.500% 4.500% Northpoint Bank 666613MK7 $248,000.00 10/20/2023 10/20/2028 $248,000.00 $256,268.72 $8,268.72 $248,000.00 4.850% 4.850% Southern First Bank 7954504W2 $244,000.00 10/17/2023 10/27/2028 $244,000.00 $252,518.99 $8,518.99 $244,000.00 4.850% 4.850% UBS BK USA 90355GHQ2 $248,000.00 11/9/2023 11/8/2028 $248,000.00 $257,720.16 $9,720.16 $248,000.00 5.000% 5.000% First State Bank 3365IMAL8 $248,000.00 11/16/2023 11/16/2028 $248,000.00 $257,058.42 $9,058.42 $248,000.00 4.900% 4.900% Morgan Stanley 61768E5C3 $244,000.00 6/12/2024 6/12/2029 $244,000.00 $252,459.97 $8,459.97 $244,000.00 4.700% 4.700% BNY Mellon 05584CPN0 $244,000.00 6/12/2024 6/12/2029 $244,000.00 $250,402.07 $6,402.07 $244,000.00 4.450% 4.450% State Bk India 856288CM5 $245,000.00 8/26/2025 8/21/2030 $245,000.00 $247,659.08 $2,659.08 $245,000.00 4.000% 4.000% Goldman Sachs 38150V6U8 $245,000.00 9/23/2025 9/23/2030 $245,000.00 $243,015.67 ($1,984.33) $245,000.00 3.600% 3.600% Negotiable CD % of Total Investment 10.363% $5,175,000.00 $5,175,000.00 $5,227,505.25 $52,505.25 $5,175,000.00 TOTAL ALL INVESTMENTS $ 49,936,976.39 $ 49,837,812.69 $49,979,283.00 $145,739.31 $ 49,986,030.99 NET TOTAL OF ALL INVESTMENTS LESS BONDS FUNDS HELD $ 46,156,963.70 $ 46,074,812.69 $46,191,976.47 $121,432.78 $ 46,206,018.30 Average Rate of Interest 3.264%
Average Yield to Maturity 3.376%
1 Rate publishes quarterly. 2 October rate publishes the first week of December. 3 October rate publishes the last week of November.
In compliance with the California Code Section 53646, the Treasurer of the City of Hermosa Beach hereby certifies that sufficient investment liquidity and anticipated revenues are available to meet the City's budgeted expenditure requirements for the next six months.
APPROVED: DAVID PEDERSEN, CITY TREASURER
TREASURER'S REPORT
OCTOBER 2025
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-AS-098
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
APPROVE THE ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION FOR DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
OF MONUMENT SIGNAGE
(Administrative Services Director Brandon Walker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council approve acceptance of a donation of $500,000 for the design and installation of a monument signage.
Executive Summary:
The City of Hermosa Beach has received a commitment for a $500,000 donation from Chuck and Missy Sheldon to fund a new digital monument sign at the Community Center and, if funds remain, additional gateway signage throughout the City. The City will manage all design, permitting, and installation processes, with donor input and a commemorative plaque recognizing their contribution.
Background:
The City of Hermosa Beach has received a commitment for a generous $500,000 donation from Former Mayor Chuck Sheldon and his wife Missy to fund the design, installation, construction, and maintenance of new monument signage within the City. The primary use of the funds will be the development of a new digital monument sign at the Community Center near Pier Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway. Any remaining funds may be directed toward additional gateway monument signs at other locations in the City.
This project has been included on the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) list for several years and has long been a priority for both the City Council and the community.
Until now, it remained largely unfunded aside from a $50,000 contribution from the Chamber of Commerce. With the Sheldons’ gift, the City will be able to advance the project, and staff will explore with the Chamber the possibility of reallocating its contribution to another community-benefiting purpose, since the major funding gap has now been filled by this generous donation.
The City will oversee procurement, design, permitting, and installation of the signage, with opportunities for donor input on design and final approval by the City Council and other regulatory bodies, including Caltrans and the Planning Commission. A commemorative plaque acknowledging the donors will be installed at the base of the digital sign.
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Fiscal Impact:
Acceptance of the $500,000 donation fully funds the design, permitting, construction, and installation of the new digital monument sign at the Community Center, with any remaining funds available for additional gateway signage. No additional General Fund appropriation is required, and ongoing maintenance costs are expected to be absorbed within existing Public Works operational budgets.
Attachments:
1. Draft Donation Agreement
2. Exhibit A - Proposed Sign Location
3. Exhibit B - Existing Sign Locations
Respectfully Submitted by: Brandon Walker, Administrative Services Director Concur: Joe SanClemente, Public Works Director
Noted for Fiscal Impact: Brandon Walker, Administrative Services Director Legal Review: Jason Baltimore, Interim City Attorney
Approved: Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
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65270.00021\44378490.1
MONUMENT SIGNAGE DONATION AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into this ____ day of ________________, 2025 by and between the City of Hermosa Beach, a California general law city (“City”), and Chuck and Missy Sheldon, a private party, (“Donor”).
R E C I T A L S
WHEREAS, the Donor is an individual that desires to make certain donations to the City as described herein to help provide for the design and installation of monument signage; and WHEREAS, the Donor wishes to provide the donations as described in this Agreement to the City as a gift, subject to the conditions described in this Agreement; and WHEREAS, the City, in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, wishes to accept the donation as described herein and subject to the terms of this Agreement pursuant to Government Code section 37354.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, conditions and promises contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. Donation. Donor hereby agrees to donate to the City five-hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) (“Donation”) to be used for the design, installation, construction, and maintenance of monument signage as set forth herein (“Monument Signs”). The funding shall be used for a new digital monument sign to be located in front of the Community Center near the intersection of Pier Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) as the highest priority; remaining funds, if any, may be used towards the installation of gateway monument signage at other locations throughout the City.
Donor shall deliver the Donation to the City concurrently herewith.
2. Design of Monument Signs. The City will procure, in accordance with Chapter 3.12 of the municipal code, a vendor with experience and qualifications in designing monument signs in the public right of way. The City will collaboratively solicit input on the design from the Donor; however, the final design shall be subject to City Council review and approval.
3. Location of Electronic Monument Sign. The electronic Monument Sign shall be installed in front of the Community Center near the intersection of Pier Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) either in the same locations as the former sign, or as close to the prior location as possible, subject to review and approval by Caltrans, Planning Commission, and City Council. The specific location in the public right of way, as more specifically identified in the attached Exhibit A .
4. Location of Gateway Monument Signs. The City will evaluate the appropriateness of replacing/updating existing signage and/or installation of new signage at other
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locations in the City, which are still to be determined. The existing signage is identified in Exhibit B.
4. Installation of Monument Signs.
A. City shall procure and install the Monument Signs, in accordance with Chapter
3.12 and 3.14, of the municipal code, as appropriate, at the locations set forth in Exhibit A and Exhibit B.
B. City shall obtain all necessary permits, authorizations and consents from the City and any other entities with jurisdiction over the installation of the monument signs. The placement and design of the digital monument sign along PCH will be subject to review and approval by Caltrans and the City of Hermosa Beach Planning Commission, prior to final review by City Council.
C. The installation shall be completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications by a licensed contractor approved by the City in its reasonable discretion.
D. The Donor shall not exercise supervision over an employee or official of the City. The Donor shall not perform or oversee any work under this Agreement as an independent contractor and shall not as an agent or employee of the City. The Donor hereby waives any claims for any compensation or benefits in relation to their financial donation towards the Monument Signs project.
E. The City shall install a memorial plaque at the base of the electronic monument sign to commemorate the donation. The text on the plaque will be subject to review and approval by the Donor.
5. Waiver of Rights Under CAPA/VARA.
A. Donor is familiar with the "California Art Preservation Act" (California Civil Code section 987 et seq.) (“CAPA”) and the "Visual Artists' Rights Act of 1990" (17 U.S.C. Section 101 et seq.) (“VARA”), and the Copyright Act of 1976 (17 U.S.C. 101 et seq. as amended, and any successor act) and expressly waives Donor’s rights under those Acts to the extent permissible therein in connection with the Monument Signs.
B. The Donor expressly waives any and all rights and benefits conferred upon it by the provisions of section 1542 of the California Civil Code which reads as follows:
A GENERAL RELEASE DOES NOT EXTEND TO CLAIMS THAT THE
CREDITOR OR RELEASING PARTY DOES NOT KNOW OR SUSPECT TO
EXIST IN HIS OR HER FAVOR AT THE TIME OF EXECUTING THE
RELEASE AND THAT, IF KNOWN BY HIM OR HER, WOULD HAVE
MATERIALLY AFFECTED HIS OR HER SETTLEMENT WITH THE
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DEBTOR OR RELEASED PARTY.
This waiver shall be effective as a bar to any and all actions, fees, damages, losses, claims, liabilities and demands of whatsoever character, nature and kind that are known or unknown, or suspected or unsuspected, including, without limitation, the Acts. Donor further represents and warrants that it understands this waiver and that if it does not understand this waiver, it shall seek the advice of a qualified attorney before executing this Agreement. __________
Initials
6. Notice. All notices pertaining to this Agreement shall be in writing and addressed as follows:
If to City: City of Hermosa Beach
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Attn: _____________________
If to Donor: Chuck and Missy Sheldon
[email protected]
[email protected]
7. Entire Agreement. This Agreement represents the entire and integrated Agreement of the parties and supersedes any and all prior negotiations, representations or agreements, either written or oral. This Agreement may be amended only by written instrument signed by both parties.
8. Interpretation. The Parties hereto have mutually negotiated the terms and conditions of this Agreement and each party received independent legal advice from its attorneys with respect to the advisability of executing this Agreement and the meaning of the provisions contained herein. As such, this Agreement is a product of the joint drafting efforts of all parties and no party shall be deemed to have solely or independently prepared or framed this Agreement. Therefore, any ambiguities or uncertainties are not to be construed against or in favor of any party.
9. Remedies. In the event of a breach or default of this Agreement, the non-breaching party shall be entitled to all remedies available pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, at law and in equity, including, but not limited to, specific performance of this Agreement, and all such remedies are cumulative in nature and may be asserted by such party in the alternative and the assertion of a remedy by a party shall not be deemed an exclusive election of remedies or waiver of any other rights conferred on that party by the terms of this Agreement.
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10. Waivers. No waiver of any breach of any agreement, provision or failure of a condition herein contained shall be deemed a waiver of any preceding or succeeding breach or failure thereof, or of any other agreement, provision or condition contained herein, nor an extension of time for performance of any other obligation or act.
11. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by, interpreted under, construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the State of California. This Agreement is made and entered into in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and any legal actions or proceedings arising from or related to this Agreement shall be brought in the County of Los Angeles, State of California.
12. Headings. The heading titles for each section of this Agreement are included only as a guide to the contents and are not to be considered as controlling, enlarging, or restricting the interpretation of the Agreement.
13. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts and each of such counterparts shall for all purposes be deemed to be an original; and all such counterparts shall together constitute but one and the same Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed as of the date first written above.
CITY OF Hermosa Beach, a California
general law city
Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Jason Baltimore, Interim City Attorney
DONOR
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Chuck Sheldon
______________________________
Missy Sheldon
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EXHIBIT A
SITE PLAN – ELECTRONIC MONUMENT SIGN LOCATION
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EXHIBIT B
SITE PLAN – GATEWAY MONUMENT SIGN LOCATIONS
Exhibit A - Electronic Monument Sign Location Approximate location of prior sign
Highway (PCH)
Pacific Coast
Exhibit B - Gateway Monument Sign Locations Consideration to be given to either replacement/updates of existing signage and/or installation of new signage at additional locations. Sign located in Manhattan Beach Recently installed on Sketchers property.
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-CDD-174
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
REPORT ON RECENT ACTIONS BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR POSSIBLE
DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF CALL UP DE NOVO REVIEW UNDER HBMC SECTION 2.52.040
(Community Development Director Alison Becker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the final action minutes by the Planning Commission at their Regular Meeting of November 18, 2025, and forgo the call-up de novo review of said final actions.
Attachment:
PC Meeting Minutes of November 18, 2025
Respectfully Submitted by: Alison Becker, Community Development Director Approved: Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
1 CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
November 18, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Members Present: Chairperson Kate Hirsh, Commissioner Peter Hoffman, Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant, Commissioner Michael Flaherty, Commissioner McNally
Staff Present: Associate Planner Jake Whitney, Assistant Planner Johnny Case, Community Development Director Alison Becker,
Assistant Planner DeDe Tran, Contract Planner Kaneca
Pompey, Interim City Attorney Sarah Locklin
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Hirsh called the meeting to order at 7:55 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chairperson Izant.
3. ROLL CALL
Associate Planner Jake Whitney announced a quorum.
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
This is the time for Planning Commission to discuss any changes to the order of agenda items.
Item 7d moved first on the agenda.
2 Commissioner Hoffman motioned to approve the consent calendar, Seconded by Vice Chairperson Izant. Voice vote was taken. Motion carried unanimously.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
This is the time for members of the public to address the Planning Commission on any items within the Commission's jurisdiction and on items where public comment will not be taken. The public is invited to attend and provide public comment. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker from those present in the Council Chambers and via the remote participation option(s) listed on the agenda.
This time allotment may be modified due to time constraints at the discretion of the Chair.
No action will be taken on matters raised in oral and written communications, except that the Planning Commission may take action to schedule issues raised during public comment for a future agenda. Speakers with comments regarding departmental operations are encouraged to submit those comments directly to the Community Development Director or the Office of the City Manager.
In-Person public comments:
No public comments provided.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters will be acted upon collectively with a single motion and vote to approve with the majority consent of the Planning Commission. Commissioners may orally register a negative vote on any Consent Calendar item without pulling the item for separate consideration before the vote on the Consent Calendar.
There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner removes an item from the Consent Calendar, either under Approval of the Agenda or under this item before the vote on the Consent Calendar. Items removed for separate discussion will be provided a separate public comment period.
Moved by: Chairperson Kate Hirsh
Seconded by: Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant
To approve the consent calendar.
6.a ACTION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR
MEETING OF OCTOBER 21, 2025 - 25-CDD-161
(Planning Manager Alexis Oropeza)
Staff recommend Planning Commission receive and file the action minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of October 21, 2025.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
7.a PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PDP 25-02), CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP 25-06), AND VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84794 FOR A NEW TWO-UNIT RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM AT 1035
3 LOMA DRIVE, WITHIN THE MULTIPLE-FAMILY (R-3) ZONE - 25-CDD150 CEQA: Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
(Assistant Planner Johnny Case)
Assistant Planner Johnny Case provided a presentation.
Planning Commissioners asked questions and received answers from staff and Interim City Attorney Sarah Locklin.
Applicant's representative Stacy Straus spoke.
Public Comment was provided by:
Olivier Enders (in-person)
Francesca Enders (in-person)
Rachel Enders Clark (virtual)
Applicant's representative Brandon Straus spoke.
Public Comment was provided by:
Nancy Scwappach
Planning Commissioners deliberated.
Moved by: Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant
Seconded by: Commissioner Peter Hoffman
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission:
1. Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to a Class 3
categorical exemption, as defined in section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines for new construction; and
2. Adopt a Resolution (Attachment 1) approving Conditional Use Permit (CUP 25-06), Precise Development Plan (25-02) and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 84794 allowing two new residential condominium buildings in the Multiple-Family Residential zone (R-3) subject to conditions.
Ayes (5): Chairperson Kate Hirsh, Commissioner Peter Hoffman, Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant, Commissioner Michael Flaherty, and Commissioner McNally
Motion Carried
4 7.b PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLANS (PDP 25-07 and PDP 25-08), CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS (CUP 25-09 and CUP 25-10), AND
VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 84793 FOR TWO NEW TWOUNIT RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS AT 714 AND 722 LOMA DRIVE IN THE TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-2) ZONE - 25-CDD-162
CEQA: Determine that the projects are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
(Assistant Planner DeDe Tran)
Commissioner Hoffman recused himself from the item.
Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided a presentation.
Applicant's architect Alex Ioda provided a presentation.
Public Comment was provided by:
Larry Nakamura
Planning Commissioners deliberated.
Moved by: Commissioner Michael Flaherty
Seconded by: Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission:
1. Determine the projects are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to a Class 3
categorical exemption, as defined in section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines for new construction; and
2. Adopt Resolution (Attachment 1) approving Conditional Use Permits (CUP25-09 & CUP25-10), Precise Development Plans (PDP25-07 & PDP25-08), and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 84793 allowing two new two-unit residential condominium buildings in the Two-Family Residential Zone (R-2) subject to conditions.
Ayes (4): Chairperson Kate Hirsh, Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant, Commissioner Michael Flaherty, and Commissioner McNally Recused (1): Commissioner Peter Hoffman
Motion Carried
7.c CONVEX SLOPE DETERMINATION (CSD 25-01) AND PRECISE
DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PDP 25-04) FOR A STRUCTURAL
REHABILITATION, REMODEL, AND ADDITION TO A FOUR-UNIT
APARTMENT BUILDING LOCATED AT 3232 HERMOSA AVE IN THE
MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-3) ZONE - 25-CDD-165
5 CEQA: Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
(Associate Planner Jake Whitney)
Associate Planner Jake Whitney provided a presentation.
Planning Commissioners asked questions and received answers from staff.
Applicant's representative Brandon Straus spoke.
Applicant's representative Kit Bobko spoke.
Public Comment was provided by:
Nancy Schwappach (virtual)
Applicant's representative Brandon Straus spoke.
Planning Commissioners deliberated.
Community Development Director Alison Becker spoke.
Planning Commissioners deliberated.
Moved by: Commissioner Michael Flaherty
Seconded by: Commissioner Peter Hoffman
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission:
1. Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15302 of the State CEQA Guidelines; and
2. Adopt a Resolution (Attachment 1) approving Convex Slope Determination (CSD 25-01) and Precise Development Plan 25-05 subject to conditions of approval as amended. Condition of Approval number 4 was modified to read " Prior to issuance of a demolition permit, if the owner does not provide evidence that none of the existing units are “Protected Units” under state law, the owner shall execute a covenant to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director to make two (2) units available for rent to “Lower Income Households” as defined by California Health and Safety Code 50079.5 for a period of at least 55 years.
Such units must be of an “equivalent size” as defined by California Government Code Section 65915. Enforcement of the terms of said covenant shall be the responsibility of the City of Hermosa Beach and its authorized agents. The Applicant shall submit a copy of the recorded covenant to the Community Development Department for inclusion in this file." Additionally, Condition of Approval number 13
6 was modified to read "A Encroachment Permit is required for any new or existing non-conforming structures or uses located over or within the public right-of-way".
Ayes (5): Chairperson Kate Hirsh, Commissioner Peter Hoffman, Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant, Commissioner Michael Flaherty, and Commissioner McNally
Motion Carried
7.d PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PDP 23-06) FOR THE REMODEL OF
AN EXISTING TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AND
REMODEL OF AN EXISTING TWO-CAR GARAGE WITH SECOND
FLOOR WORKSHOP INTO A
RESIDENCE WITH FOUR GARAGE PARKING SPACES- 25-CDD-163
CEQA: Determine the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
(Contract Planner Kaneca Pompey)
Contract Planner Kaneca Pompey delivered a presentation.
Planning Commissioners posed questions and received answers.
Applicant's representative addressed the Planning Commission Moved by: Commissioner Peter Hoffman
Seconded by: Commissioner Michael Flaherty
Staff recommends the Planning Commission:
1. Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to section 15301, Class 1;
2. Adopt a Resolution approving Precise Development Plan (PDP 23- 06) to remodel an existing two-story single-family residence and remodel of an existing two-car garage with second floor workshop into a residence with four garage parking spaces, subject to conditions of approval (Attachment 1)
Ayes (5): Chairperson Kate Hirsh, Commissioner Peter Hoffman, Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant, Commissioner Michael Flaherty, and Commissioner McNally
Motion Carried
8. STAFF ITEMS
7 8.a COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR REPORT
Community Development Director Alison Becker announced that at the December Planning Commission meeting there would be a rotation of chairperson role and that a schedule for the Planning Commission meetings for the following year would be provided.
9. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
Planning Commission members may briefly respond to public comments, may ask a question for clarification, or make a brief announcement or report on his or her own activities or meetings attended.
Commissioner Flaherty and Commissioner Hoffman discussed issues regarding technical difficulties.
Commissioner Hoffman and Commissioner Flaherty discussed the timing of future special meetings.
Community Development Director Alison Becker responded.
Chairperson Hirsh provided comment.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Questions from Planning Commission members regarding the status of future agenda items. No discussion or debate of these requests shall be undertaken.
10.a PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA - 25-CDD159 (Planning Manager Alexis Ororpeza)
Moved by: Commissioner Peter Hoffman
Seconded by: Commissioner Michael Flaherty
Staff recommend Planning Commission receive and file the tentative future agenda for the Planning Commission regular meeting of December 16, 2025.
Ayes (5): Chairperson Kate Hirsh, Commissioner Peter Hoffman, Vice Chairperson Stephen Izant, Commissioner Michael Flaherty, and Commissioner McNally
Motion Carried
11. PUBLIC COMMENT
This time is set aside for the public to address the Commission on any item of interest within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission that could not be heard under Item 4 during the first public participation item because there were too many prior public speakers and the thirty-minute maximum time limit was exhausted.
8 No public comment provided.
12. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:46pm.
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-CDD-173
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA
(Community Development Director Alison Becker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the tentative future agenda for the Planning Commission regular meeting of December 16, 2025.
Attachment:
Planning Commission Tentative Agenda for December
Respectfully Submitted by: Alison Becker, Community Development Director Approved: Steven Napolitano, Interim City Manager
C:\Program Files\eSCRIBE\TEMP\1775333667\1775333667,,,Attachment 1. Planning Commission Tentative Agenda for December.docx Tentative Future Agendas
PLANNING COMMISSION
City of Hermosa Beach
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Regular Meeting
6:00 PM
Project Title Public Notice Meeting
Date
901 Hermosa Avenue – Precise Development Plan for a
remodel of a four-unit residential building and request for convex slope determination (Public Hearing Continued from 2025)
12/4/25 12/16/25
1054 Aviation - Precise Development Plan for new 6,487- square-foot multi-tenant commercial building (Public
Hearing)
12/4/25 12/16/25
620 9th Street – Time Extension of a previously approved Precise Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit, and
Vesting Tentative Parcel map for a three-unit attached
residential building developed as condominiums (Public
Hearing)
12/4/25 12/16/25
Citywide – Zone Text Amendment amending various sections of Title 17 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code pertaining to appeal period and transmission of Planning Commission records to City Council (Public Hearing)
12/4/25 12/16/25
Citywide – Zone Text Amendment amending Hermosa
Beach Municipal Code Section 17.08.020(d) pertaining to Home Occupation
12/4/25 12/16/25
Upcoming and Pending
Zoning Code More Study Sessions upcoming
3201 Pacific Coast Highway - Skechers Parking Plan & Precise Development Plan for a new 16,784-square-foot office building
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-PW-093
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STATUS REPORT AS OF NOVEMBER 13, 2025
(Public Works Director Joe SanClemente)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council receive and file the Capital Improvement Program Status Report as of November 13, 2025.
Number of Projects by Phase # of Projects
Study/Conceptual Planning 14
Preliminary Design 6
Final Engineering Design 1
Project Approvals/ Bidding 1
Construction 8
Closeout 2
Completed 4
Total Projects 36
Number of Projects by Completion Timeline # of Projects Completed in FY 25–26 16
Completed after FY 25–26 18
TBD 2
Total Projects 36
Number of Projects by Category # of Projects
Street & Highway Improvements 13
Sewer & Storm Drain Improvements 4
Park Improvements 3
Public Building & Ground Improvements 16
Total Projects 36
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Number of Projects by Manager # of Projects
Joe SanClemente 2
John Oskoui 5
Saad Malim 1
Heecheol Kwon 2
Brandon Araujo 3
Ken Bales 1
Andrew Nguyen 4
Kristian Alarcon 1
Briana Aube 1
Karla Vargas 3
Magvern By 3
TBD 6
Complete 4
Total Projects 36
Attachment:
1. Capital Improvement Program Status Report as of November 13, 2025
2. Estimated CIP Project Schedule FY 2025-2026 – Updated November 13, 2025 Respectfully Submitted by: Joe SanClemente, Public Works Director Approved: Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
City of Hermosa Beach
Updated 11-13-2025 UPDATED FY 2025-26 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STATUS REPORT Light Blue indicates project milestone updates. ADA Component CIP No. Project Name
Project Category
Project Budget1 Project Manager
Conceptual Planning
Preliminary Design
Final Engineering Design
Project Approvals/Bidding
Construction
Closeout
Project Initiation Date Estimated Project
Completion Date2 Current Project Status Project Description X 106 Annual Street Improvements (New) SH $3,625,257.00 Heecheol Kwon X 07/25 05/27 In May 2025, staff applied a construction grant for $2,560,000 in funding from Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) STBG/CMAQ grant program. The project was not selected for award, but remains on SCAG's contigency list.
Survey work for the preliminary design has started and staff is finalizing street segments for this project.The project design is 20% complete, and topographic survey work was completed in October and being incorporatated in the overall design.
This project provides for pavement rehabilitation of various streets throughout the city. The project will also repair/replace deteriorated portions of sidewalk, curb and gutter, and curb ramps. This work will be performed following the sewer and storm drain repairs identified in the Sewer and Drainage Master Plans. 107 Annual Slurry Seal (New) SH $450,000.00 Magvern By X 07/25 07/26 Staff has started the preliminary design, which is approximately 60% complete, and working to finalize street segments. This project includes slurry seal of various roadways throughout the city to preserve pavement conditions and to extend its service life.
109 Utility Box Wrappings SH $26,516.00 Karla Vargas X 07/21 12/25 Art has been designed and installed on 23 of the 24 utility boxes. Design has been finalized for the remaining box, with installation to follow. The schedule has been extended to allow additional necessary time for PW staff to prepare electronic art work, paint and repair utility boxes and schedule wrapping.
This project will add decorative paint and/or wraps to city-owned utility boxes throughout the city. The City is engaging a local artist cooperative to create the artwork that will either be painted or applied via vinyl wrap to the boxes. City Yard staff, who have been trained in wrap application, will be involved in this project. 111 Gateway and Wayfinding Signs
Conceptual Design SH $75,000.00 Joe SanClemente X 07/21 06/26 Staff is in the process of procuring the services of a consultant to further flesh out preliminary designs and anticipates bringing an item to Public Works Commission and City Council in early 2026.
The adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2025–26 identifies the next phase of the project under the Deferred and Unfunded Future Project list and would need to be considered for funding as part of a future budget cycle. CIP 111 includes preliminary design only and did not include any funding for final design or implementation.
This project will evaluate gateway signage, downtown wayfinding and a marquee at the Community Center. Recommendations will include potential locations, preliminary design, and order of magnitude cost estimates for final design, sign fabrication, and installation which will require additional funding.
114 Greenwich Village North Undergrounding
District SH $4,031,600.00 Brandon Araujo X 07/25 12/26
City Council awarded the contract at the July 22, 2025 meeting. The City obtained the bond proceeds to fund the project on August 14, 2025. Construction contract executed on August 16, 2025. Pre-construction meeting with the contractor held in midSeptember 2025. Execution of agreements with SCE and Frontier completed in October 2025.
The project is currently in the submittal review and approval stage.
This project will consist of the undergrounding of the existing overhead utility lines within the Greenwich Village North Underground Utilities Assessment District.
164 Hermosa Avenue Green Street SH $368,286.00 Briana Aube X 02/18 06/26 The City of Torrance is the lead agency for the project and awarded a construction contract to Excel Paving Inc. in May 2025. A preconstruction meeting was held on June 11, 2025, at the City of Torrance. Construction started in City of Torrance portion of the project in July 2025. Construction in Hermosa Beach is tentatively scheduled to begin in December 2025 through February 2026.
This project will install permeable gutters to increase stormwater infiltration on Hermosa Avenue, Beach Drive, Herondo Street, 6th Street, 2nd Street, 1st Street, and adjacent streets.
This project is part of a multi-city green street project led by the City of Torrance and funded by Measure W. 421 Annual Sewer Improvements - Phase 2 SD $3,865,610.00 Andrew Nguyen X 11/19 01/26 Sewer main point repairs and removal and replacement of main sewer completed. Trench restoration and paving completed at all sewer main replacement locations. Final striping and manhole lining at final locations completed. Project is complete other than some additional paving which has been added to the project. Additional paving is estimated to be completed in November with closeout through December.
Anticipated completion date has been pushed back due to a number of delays: redesign on Loma Dr, soil conditions and utility conflicts that necessitate extensive handdigging, undisclosed concrete encasements that impeded timely sewer removal and replacement, an emergency sewer collapse on 11th Street in mid-April, the discovery of over a dozen laterals on 11th Street between Prospect Avenue and Harper Avenue that were not shown on the Plans that needed to be reconnected to the new sewer main, a residential emergency backup on 17th Street that was tangentially related to our project, and additional paving has been added to the project.
Contract awarded on July 9, 2024. Construction Agreement was fully executed on August 15, 2024. Construction started September 16, 2024.
Phase 1 of this project, which included lining, was completed. Phase 2 of this project includes design and construction of sewer improvements and repairs based on the Sewer Master Plan. Improvements will include approximately 128 sewer pipe point repairs, approximately 7,315 linear feet of CIPP sewer lining rehabilitation, approximately 1725 linear feet of sewer pipe removal and replacement, and approximately 16 maintenance access hole rehabilitations.
Sewer repairs will take place at various locations throughout the city as part of this project. 438 Stormwater Dry Wells Assessment SD $175,000.00 Heecheol Kwon X 10/23 TBD Staff met with the EWMP consultant, Geosyntec, on August 18, 2025 to discuss the number of drywells and alternative locations, design concept and funding application options. Staff is evaluating options to advance and enhanced feasibility study.
Staff assessed the option of collaborating with the City of Redondo Beach on seeking outside funding to advance the design and construction. Measure W committee will soon begin accepting new funding applications. The City is tentatively planning to submit the funding application in June 2026.
Staff met with the City of Redondo Beach to discuss an additional feasibility study to be performed by Geosyntec for alternate BMP system locations. Staff will be going to Council in January 2026 to execute an agreement with Geosyntec to perform this work.
As required by the region’s Enhanced Watershed Management Plan (EWMP), this project will assess the implementation of a series of drywells east of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) between 1st Street and 10th Street to capture storm water and dry weather flows within 118 acres of the Herondo Drain (SMB-6-1) watershed. 504 Playground Equipment Replacement
Project (New) PK $450,000.00 John Oskoui X 07/25 09/26
Staff anticipates approval for the purchase of equipment at the November 17, 2025 City Council Meeting through a cooperative purchase agreement. Staff will then prepare a package for advertisement to retain a qualified contractor for installation.
This project will provide playground enhancements in three City Parks. Work will include a full replacement of the two-to-fiveyear old play structure with a new unit that has integrated shade and a new rubberized mat at Valley Park. Repairs will also be made to the existing 5 to 12 year old structure and incorporate an integrated shade sail. Seaview Park will receive a full replacement of the existing play structure with a new unit with an integrated shade sail and rubberized mat. South Park will receive a replacement rubberized mat at center playfield area.
ACTIVE PROJECTS
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Completion Date2 Current Project Status Project Description 603 South Park Slope, Irrigation, and
Landscape Improvements PK $1,400,141.00 Magvern By X 07/21 01/26 90 day establisment period has been completed. Notice of completion has been filed and recorded November 7, 2025.
Retention to be released in 30 days.
Staff secured $189,849 of supplemental funding from California State Parks. Staff also secured $96,242 from the West Basin Turf Removal Grant program.
Bid package advertised for construction November 21, 2024. Bids opened January 23, 2025. Construction contract awarded by Council on February 25, 2025. NTP and start of construction was April 14, 2025.
This project will address repairs needed throughout the north side of the park including installing a new irrigation system and landscaping including on the sloped areas.
X 615 New Corporate Yard Facilities 3 PB $1,000,000.00 Joe SanClemente X 07/15 09/28
At the May 13, 2025 CIP Study Session, Council directed staff to hold a joint study session with PW Commission to discuss desired project delivery method (i.e., design build vs design-bid-build). Project delivery method options presented to PW Commission on July 16, 2025. Staff updated Council with PW Commission recommendation to advance the project with traditional design-bid-build method at its September 9, 2025 meeting. Staff recommended to move forward with selecting an Owner Representative through RFQ, hiring an architect to determine project programming needs and moving forward with updated environmental assessments. The RFQ for the owners representative was advertised on September 10, 2025, Statement of Qualifications received on October 9, 2025, consultant interviews for top ranked firms were conducted in November, and staff anticipates contract award in December 2025 or January 2026.
Current project funding for design only; construction funding will need to be identified.
This project is for the design and construction of a new City Yard. The current City Yard is in need of reconstruction. A new City Yard will provide a safe and functional area for City maintenance crews and staging.
X 619 Kelly Courts Improvements PB $1,759,785.00 Kristian Alarcon X 07/22 05/26 Bids opened on August 28, 2025 and construction contract was awarded to All American Construction Solutions at the September 30, 2025 City Council Meeting. Contract executed November 4, 2025. Pre-construction meeting occured October 29, 2025 with NTP issued for anticipated start of construction on November 17, 2025.
This project will resurface and reconfigure the Kelly Courts at Clark Field and restore all four pickleball courts. The courts will be restriped and reconfigured and the lights and fencing relocated and updated to meet current design standards. 623 Pier Structural Inspection and Evaluation PB $3,717,137.00 John Oskoui X 07/24 08/27 Notice to Proceed was issued on August 12, 2025 for an on-call structural engineer to prepare construction plans, specifications and estimates for construction and obtain necessary permits through Coastal Commission, US Army Corps of Engineers and California Water Board related to high priority repairs identified in the July 2025 structural investigations report.75% plan submittal recieved in November 2025 and is under review.
Staff is working with structural engineer to finalize inspection report and associated cost-benefit analysis and anticipates bringing an item to the City Council in early 2026.
Staff submitted grant application to LA County Parks Regional Park and Open Space District in November 2025 and is preparing a grant pre-application with the California Conservation Board.
An emergency partial inspection and evaluation was performed in coordination with CIP 629 and CIP 660, the results of which identified high priority repairs which were completed through CIP 629.
Following completion of construction of CIP 629 and CIP 660, a full above and below water structural inspection of the pier is required to meet requirements for marine structures. Based on this inspection, it is anticipated that additional pier structural repairs will be required primarily on the pier deck. This project will also include design and permitting. Construction funding will be identified as part of a future CIP.
X 626 CDBG Sidewalk Improvements (New) SH $184,000.00 Magvern By X 07/25 07/26 Staff is developing scope of project for curb ramp and sidewalk improvements along Monterey Ave based on available CDBG funds. Inspections of current conditions to identify priority improvement locations have been completed. Final design to be completed in November 2025 with anticipated advertisement of bid in December 2025.
This project provides improvements to sidewalks and curb ramps on Monterey Boulevard in order to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and meet the latest Federal Standards. 630 Community Center Gas Repairs PB $350,000.00 John Oskoui X 03/25 03/26 Bid package advertised for construction on July 7, 2025. Bids opened on August 12, 2025 and Council awarded contract at the September 9, 2025 City Council Meeting. Pre-construction meeting conducted on October, 8, 2026. Construction started October, 27, 2025 with anticipated completion in December 2025.
The project includes the design and installation of a new natural gas service connection to the Community Center. Staff identified leaks in the existing gas service which needed to be shut off to ensure safety and can not be easily repaired. The project will restore service.
633 Base 3 Electrical Improvements PB $300,000.00 John Oskoui X 03/25 02/26 Bid package advertised for construction May 22, 2025. Bids opened June 25, 2025 and awarded to Delta Electrical, LLC under City Manager contract authority. Contract executed. NTP issued September 8, 2025. Construction started September 15, 2025 and anticipated completion of construction in November 2025. SCE installing new meter to energize the building on November 13, 2025. Contractor to return to test equipment and finalize as needed before re-occupancy of the building.
The project includes the design and construction of electrical upgrades and repairs to the City's Community Services building (Base 3) at 1035 Valley Drive. These necessary improvements will allow for safe reopening of the facility that has been closed for use following the electrical fire that occurred October 2025. 635 Community Center Windows (New) PB $300,000.00 John Oskoui X 07/25 10/27 City's consultant, Westgroupdesigns, completed a draft preliminary needs assessment study for the windows and is preparing draft project plans.
This project will evaluate windows replacement for the entire facility to address deferred maintenance needs. The existing windows present safety and security concerns due to poor conditions. This project is currently funded for design and permitting only; additional funding will be required for installation once costs are further defined. 2 of 5
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Completion Date2 Current Project Status Project Description 685 Real Time Crime Center PB $811,061.00 Brandon Araujo X 07/24 12/26 The project is funded through a federal grant. The grant agreement has been fully executed, with project completion required by March 31, 2026. PW is working closely with PD and City Manager's office on advancing the project.
At its March 11, 2025 meeting, City Council authorized the purchase of 29 Mobile Digital Computers (MDCs), supporting hardware, and warranties from Code 3 Technology through a Cooperative Sourcewell Agreement, in an amount not to exceed $168,793, which is an essential first step to establish the real-time crime center. Council awarded two additional contracts related to the project at its June 12, 2025, including Peregrine Technologies Inc for a multi-platform integration software and Genetec, Inc. automated license plate reader (ALPR) equipment procurement, installation, and configuration services with EyeP Solutions.
Staff is also working to advance other critical elements of the project including additional security cameras and the overall software integration that will be the main component of bringing all our existing programs and hardware together with new technology.
Working closely with the federal agency administering this grant, COPS, staff received sole-source approval to procure the services of Am-Tec security and City Council awarded a construction agreement to them at its October 28, 2025 meeting.
The City is currently working on fully executing the contract and reviewing Am-Tec's submittals.
This project is to create a Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) for the City of Hermosa Beach. A RTCC is a technology-driven support center which uses state of the art technology to provide real time information to officers and detectives working in the field and investigating crimes that are reported.
X 689 Clark Building Renovations PB $414,607.00 Saad Malim X 07/17 11/25 Project closeout in progress through November 2025.
Construction started October 7th, 2024. Construction Agreement was fully executed on August 26, 2024. Contract awarded on July 9, 2024. Construction completed July 30, 2025.
The renovations will include the following:
New commercial kitchen per current Los Angeles County Department of Public Health requirements, including new appliances, fixtures, storage cabinets, counter tops, flooring, grease trap system, and lighting; New electric powered heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system; New audio-visual system including built-in speakers, overhead projector, and roll-down projection screen; Architectural upgrades including:Furred out walls to hide system components such as electrical conduit and provide a new smooth wall surface throughout; New decorative accents on the ceiling; Acoustic ceiling panels for sound absorption; New commercial grade vinyl flooring; New interior and exterior light fixtures; Complete interior and exterior cleaning and painting; and Restored original signage on the exterior of the building; New sewer lateral and connection; New plumbing system to accommodate the updated restrooms and commercial kitchen, including new floors drains for ease in maintenance; Site improvements including new concrete walkways and ramps to current accessibility standards, decorative enclosures around the refuse storage area and HVAC units; new accessible entrance to the Lawn Bowling Club, and refreshed landscaping and irrigation; Completely renovated restrooms to current accessibility standards, including new fixtures, partitions, vanities, mirrors, flooring, and lighting; New electrical system including wiring and upgraded service connection necessary to serve the enhanced
X 699 Parking Structure (Lot C) Improvements PB $2,689,940.00 Karla Vargas X 07/19 07/26 The project is advancing on two separate tracks: the elevator modernization and the structural repairs.
Elevator abatementment work including drywall repairs is complete. Bids for construction of the elevator modernization were received on December 5, 2024 and the contract documents have been executed. Notice to Proceed issued for February 17, 2025 following completion of abatement work. Construction started on July 14, 2025 is approximately 90% complete. The main CPU board and high voltage interface board were found to be defective resulting in delays with troubleshooting existing equipment and procuring and installation of new equipment. Anticipated completion in November, 2025.
Bid package for structural and electrical improvements for the parking structure was advertised for construction January 9, 2025. Bid opening was February 19, 2025 and the construction contract awarded by City Council on May 13, 2025. Contract executed July 9, 2025 with construction starting October 6, 2025. Anticipated completion of construction in April 2026.
During the first week of constuction, as part of concrete spawl repairs on the top deck, multiple compromised post tension (PT) tendons were encountered during demolition. The number of broken PT tendons warranted a further structural investigation of the condition of PT tendons across the top deck to determine proper repairs to address current conditions and examine the global integrity of the structure. This investigation was completed in October 2025 with a draft report issued November 7, 2025.
Preliminary results showed that most of the PT tendons were damaged during demolition work. City is assessing total costs and prorated costs to pass along to the contractor. Total delays to the overall project is expected to be approximately 8 weeks for additional repairs.
This project provides necessary structural, electrical, elevator repairs and improvements to the City's Parking Structure (Lot C).
X 102 Bus Stops Improvements - Phase 2 SH $372,000.00 Andrew Nguyen X 7/1/2022 06/28 Phase 2, 30% Design is on hold pending staff availability and further information on any potential for grant award.
Staff is actively working on seeking outside grant funding for the project through the South Bay Cities Council of Governments.
Staff submitted a grant application for $440,000 in Measure M funds on January 16, 2025. Funding was approved by the SBCCOG Board and Metro staff.
Staff is working with Metro staff on a funding agreement.
This project will improve bus stops throughout the city. These improvements will include Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible curb ramps, crosswalk, striping improvements, furnishing, and other general improvements within direct vicinity of the bus stops.
This project is combined with CIP 193 Pedestrian Crossing Safety Improvements. Phase 1 of the combined project was constructed in spring 2024, and installed Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and updated signage and striping at select pedestrian crossings on Hermosa Avenue, Manhattan Avenue, Pier Avenue, and Valley Drive.
Phase 2 of this combined project will holistically evaluate the safety and accessibility in the vicinity of bus stops on Hermosa Avenue and at select other critical locations throughout the city then design and construct improvements.
PENDING PROJECTS
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Completion Date2 Current Project Status Project Description 113 City Wide Multi-Space Meters
Deployment SH $300,000.00 Ken Bales X 07/23 05/27
Pending staff availability. This project will include the installation of additional signage for the Pay-By-App parking system for on-street parking spaces and replacement of single space meters with multi-space meter equipment. This CIP will include the first phase of deployment which may include Pier Avenue and parking Lot D. This effort will involve purchase of equipment, development of signage layout plans (as meters and signage would need to be removed and placed with new signage), and installation.
X 115 Citywide Sidewalk Improvements (New) SH $607,211.00 Karla Vargas X 07/25 02/27 Pending staff availability. This project includes the design and construction of priority sidewalk and pedestrian safety improvements citywide.
X 143 PCH Mobility Improvement Project SH $42,375.00 Brandon Araujo X 07/18 TBD The Project is temporarily paused. Metro has reassigned new project manager to oversee the project. The project remains on hold while Metro resolves consultant contract services agreement to further advance the project through the PA&ED phase.
Staff is actively working with Metro to seek additional funding through the South Bay Cities Council of Governments. Staff submitted a grant application for $3,000,000 in Measure M funds on January 16, 2025. Funding was approved by the SBCCOG Board and Metro. Staff is working with Metro on a funding agreement.
The City has identified a number of complete street project elements that can be implemented to improve mobility, accessibility, and safety along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) corridor in Hermosa Beach. These elements are described in the Project Study Report prepared by the City and Caltrans in 2015 and include: Traffic Signal Synchronization, Landscape Medians, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Improvements/Removal of Utility Impediments, Transit Access Enhancements, Pedestrian Enhancements, and Aesthetic Enhancements.
X 193 Pedestrian Crossing Safety
Improvements - Phase 2 SH $128,000.00 Andrew Nguyen X 07/22 06/28 Phase 2, 30% Design is on hold pending staff availability and further information on any potential for grant award. Staff is actively working on seeking outside grant funding for the project through the South Bay Cities Council of Governments. Staff submitted a grant application for $440,000 in Measure M funds on January 16, 2025. Funding was approved by the SBCCOG Board and Metro.
Staff is working with Metro on a funding agreement.
This project will implement rectangular rapid flashing beacons and other measures at several uncontrolled pedestrian crossings on Hermosa Avenue at 4th, 6th, 19th, 24th, and 25th Streets.
This project is combined with CIP 102 Bus Stop Improvements. Phase 1 of the combined project was constructed in spring 2024, and installed Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and updated signing and striping at select pedestrian crossings on Hermosa Avenue, Manhattan Avenue, Pier Avenue, and Valley Drive.
Phase 2 of this combined project will holistically evaluate options to reconfigure parking to enhance pedestrian safety, feasibility of curb extensions and median closures, and accessibility on Hermosa Avenue and at select other critical locations throughout the city then design and construct improvements.
417 Storm Drain Improvements - Various
Locations SD $827,421.00 TBD X 07/17 05/28
Staff completed emergency storm drain work on Valley Drive south of Gould Avenue in August 2025. Emergency contract ratification to be considered by City Council at August 26, 2025 meeting.
Full project scope pending staff availability.
This project will design and construct storm drain improvements throughout the city per the Storm Drain Master Plan and other high priority locations.
423 Annual Sewer Improvements SD $1,011,003.00 Andrew Nguyen X 07/20 12/27 Staff is working to identify scope and locations of necessary sewer improvements based on the Sewer Management Plan and noted reported problem areas. Project schedule is delayed due to unforeseen project delays on CIP 421.
This project includes design and construction of sewer improvements and repairs based on the Sewer Master Plan.
Improvements will include lining, point repairs, removal and replacement. 610 Fort Lots-of-Fun Park Wall and Gate Impr PK $150,042.00 TBD X 07/23 11/26 Pending staff availability This project provides necessary improvements and repairs to the existing retaining wall and wooden gate at Fort Lots-of-Fun.
The project currently includes funding for design of the improvements; construction costs will be further defined through the design process.
611 Parking Structure (Lot C)
Improvements - Phase 2 PB $300,000.00 TBD X 07/25 08/27 Pending staff availability. Project schedule is delayed pending further structural investigation of facility as part of Phase I construction.
This project will address other necessary repairs to the parking structure identified in the comprehensive structural evaluation of the facility identified in the detailed structural assessment, not covered in CIP 699. 618 Tsunami Siren PB $100,000.00 TBD X 07/22 TBD
Pending staff availability. At the May 13, 2025 CIP Study Session, City Council directed staff to delay the project one year and revisit.
This grant-funded project will include working with the Emergency Management Coordinator and the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors to install an outdoor warning siren and integrate the selected siren and the Beach Emergency Evacuation Lighting System (BEELS) systems into the City's alert and warning software platform, Alert South Bay. 621 Comprehensive Downtown Lighting
Design PB $142,284.00 TBD X 07/22 03/27
Pending staff availability. This project will assess light levels, electric system requirements, and desired lighting improvements (i.e., ornamental, roadway, pedestrian scale) for the City's Downtown district. The project will identify scope of required improvements and cost estimates for final design and construction.
X 625 Citywide ADA Improvements PB $238,039.00 TBD X 07/24 09/27 Pending staff availability. This project will provide improvements to access to the Civic Center to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and meet the latest Federal Standards along with the City’s Transition Plan. The project will provide improvements to curb ramps, sidewalk, and parking in front of City Hall and install a wheelchair lift for access from the Valley Drive parking lot to the front of City Hall.
X 105 Annual Street Improvements SH $602,974.00 Briana Aube 04/24 10/25 Combined with CIP 695. Construction completed on July 25, 2025 (5 months ahead of original schedule). Notice of Completion recorded 9/10/25. Retention released and project closed out October 2025.
Project advertised on 12/12/24 (4 months ahead of schedule), bid opening on 01/15/25. Construction contract awarded by Council on February 25, 2025. Pre-construction meeting was on March 19, 2025. NTP and start of construction April 7, 2025.
This project provided for pavement rehabilitation of various streets throughout the city including paving and striping of approximately 2 miles of streets. The project also repaired/replaced deteriorated portions of sidewalk, curb and gutter, and curb ramps.
This work will be performed following the sewer and storm drain repairs identified in the Sewer and Drainage Master Plans.
This project is combined with CIP 695 Parking Lot A Improvements.
X 605 City Facilities Condition and Needs
Assessment PB $346,530.00 Joe SanClemente 07/23 07/25
Civic Facilities Project Advisory Group presented Council Consideration and Direction on Recommendations from their findings based on regular advisory group meetings at the July 22, 2025 Council meeting. Council voted to receive and file recommendations from the City Manager’s Civic Facilities Project Advisory Group.
The project will include an assessment of facilities throughout the City to understand improvement needs.
COMPLETED PROJECTS
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Completion Date2 Current Project Status Project Description 617 Civic Center Charging
Stations PB $51,857.00 Magvern By 07/22 05/25
City staff is coordinating the phasing of this work with SCE and their subcontractors. Phase 1, which is the installation of new switchgear pad and conduit to supply power to the new charging stations was completed on the week of October 14, 2024. The first part of Phase 2, which is the running of electrical wires to all charging station locations of the charging stations was completed December 2024. Second part of Phase 2 which is the installation and connection of the switch gear and meter was completed February 6, 2025. SCE energized the new swithgear on April 8, 2025.The electric charges were activated on May 15, 2025 and are fully operational.
This project will explore the electrical power needs and installation of expanded electric vehicle charging infrastructure to serve the Police Department fleet on Bard Street, adjacent the Police Department and City Hall. The expanded charging infrastructure will install 20 Level 2 chargers.
X 695 Parking Lot A Improvements PB $207,368.00 Briana Aube 07/19 10/25 Construction completed on July 25, 2025 (5 months ahead of original schedule). Notice of Completion recorded 9/10/25.
Retention released and project closed out October 2025.
This project will provide pavement rehabilitation in Parking Lot A.
SH - STREET AND HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS
SD - SEWER/STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS
PK - PARK IMPROVEMENTS
PB - PUBLIC BUILDING AND GROUND IMPROVEMENTS
1. Current adjusted appropriation as of 10/01/25.
2. Estimated Project Completion Dates are subject to change.
3. Approximately $900,000 is reserved in teh CIP fund for the City Yard that has not yet been appropriated. 5 of 5
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Estimated CIP Project Schedule FY 2025-2026 - Updated 11/13/25 Supervisor/PM
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun 421 Annual Sewer Improvements Brandon/Andrew 20 20 10 380 689 Clark Building Renovations Saad/Karla 5 340
109 Utility Box Wrappings Saad/Karla 10 10 80
603 South Park Slope and Irrigation Repairs Brandon/Magvern 5 5 5 270 111 Gateway and Wayfinding Signs Assessment Joe/Brandon/Kristian 40 40 30 20 20 20 20 20 490 630 Community Center Gas Repair John O /Josh 50 45 10 5 5 230 633 Base 3 Electrical Improvements John O /Josh 30 10 5 5 195 619 Kelly Court Renovations Randy/Kristian 60 70 65 20 15 5 5 410 164 Hermosa Avenue Green Street Heecheol/Briana 20 30 40 40 20 15 10 5 290 699 Parking Structure (Lot C) Improvements - Phase 1 Saad/Karla 70 70 60 60 60 60 30 20 10 630 114 Greenwich Village North Undergrounding (NEW) Brandon/Briana 40 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 15 10 5 5 815 626 CDBG Sidewalk Improvements (NEW) Saad/Magvern 40 10 15 50 40 10 5 5 250 685 Real Time Crime Center Brandon 20 20 20 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 15 10 5 5 410 107 Slurry Seal (NEW) Heecheol/Magvern 40 15 10 30 70 70 10 5 5 305 504 Playground Equipment Replacement Project (NEW) John O 20 20 35 40 30 20 20 10 5 5 220 611 Parking Structure (Lot C) Improvements - Phase 2 (NEW) John O/Karla/Saad 5 5 10 10 25 25 25 20 20 25 25 60 60 60 60 10 5 5 455 106 Annual Streets Improvements (NEW) Heecheol/Kristian 30 45 80 60 60 30 20 35 35 60 60 60 60 60 50 15 10 5 5 880 113 City Wide Multi-Space Meters Deployment Ken/Brandon 5 30 30 20 30 30 30 40 25 20 15 20 20 20 20 10 5 380 623 Pier Structural Repairs John O/Joe/Brandon/Magvern 40 50 55 40 40 40 25 20 20 20 30 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 30 20 15 10 1200 423 Annual Sewer Improvements Brandon/Andrew 20 20 20 20 60 60 60 60 60 60 30 15 15 40 80 80 80 80 80 80 75 20 5 5 1145 635 Community Center Windows (NEW) John O/Saad 30 30 40 30 30 30 40 45 45 15 15 10 30 60 60 60 60 60 20 15 15 5 815 615 New Corporate Yard Facilities Joe / John O / Saad 40 40 50 100 100 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 120 120 120 120 140 150 180 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 40 4580 115 City Sidewalk Improvements (NEW) Heecheol/Karla 20 20 20 40 40 40 40 40 40 20 10 10 20 30 30 30 30 10 5 5 500 625 City Wide ADA Improvements Heecheol/Karla 20 20 25 40 40 40 40 40 40 20 10 10 20 30 30 30 30 10 5 5 505 618 Tsunami Siren Moe 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 10 30 25 25 25 15 5 5 300 610 Fort Lots-O-Fun Wall and Gate Improvements 20 20 40 40 40 40 30 20 20 30 70 70 70 60 25 10 5 610 102 Bus Stop Improvements PHASE II Brandon/Andrew 10 15 30 40 70 80 80 80 50 50 50 50 50 50 40 30 30 30 100 100 100 80 80 80 30 10 5 193 Pedestrian Crossing Safety Improvements PHASE II Brandon/Andrew 417 Annual Storm Drain Improvements Heecheol/ 20 25 30 30 80 80 50 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 20 30 100 80 90 80 80 80 40 20 10 1265 143 PCH Mobility Improvement Project PHASE II Joe/Brandon 10 15 15 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 1000 1900 438 Stormwater Dry Wells Assessment Heecheol 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 40 40 40 40 40 40 30 30 40 40 600 1200 621 Comprehensive Downtown Lighting Design 20 20 20 40 35 30 30 30 30 50 60 365 TBD FUTURE ANNUAL PAVING PROJECTS 25 70 70 70 70 40 40 20 40 40 80 80 80 80 100 905 TBD FUTURE CDBG PROJECTS 20 40 40 25 10 15 50 40 15 10 5 5 275 TBD FUTURE ANNUAL ADA PROJECT 20 40 20 40 40 40 40 40 40 20 20 20 150 530 TBD FUTURE ANNUAL SIDEWALK PROJECTS 20 40 20 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 20 40 350 770 TBD FUTURE PIER DECK REPAIRS 20 20 20 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 600 1060 Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total Hours Needed 640 640 660 685 690 705 665 675 705 755 725 720 670 640 620 665 635 635 595 620 670 685 720 690 630 590 615 600 565 430 385 270 Full Staff Capacity (Hours) 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 Projected Staff Capacity 637.2 637.2 637.2 637.2 637.2 637.2 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 708 Availability (Deficit) - Full Staff 68 68 48 23 18 3 43 33 3 (47) (17) (12) 38 68 88 43 73 73 113 88 38 23 (12) 18 78 118 93 108 143 278 323 438 Availability (Deficit) - Current Staff (Hours) (3) (3) (23) (48) (53) (68) 43 33 3 (47) (17) (12) 38 68 88 43 73 73 113 88 38 23 (12) 18 78 118 93 108 143 278 323 438 Assumptions: Legend:
Administrative staff is available to assist engineers with tasks such as making copies, answering phones, preparing invoices and contracts, etc. Preparation of request for proposals or on-call task order.
PW engineers manage consultant design teams, oversee construction, write staff reports, develop RFPs, etc. Evaluation, conceptual design, or final design. 1700 hours total annual availability per engineer (2080 hours minus holidays, vacation, and sick time). Advertisement for construction (bid document preparation, advertisement, bid review, award at City Council, contract execution).
Construction
Project close out, including final invoicing, documentaion, reporting to grant agencies.
Fixed schedule due to public safety need, grant/funding timeline, or regulatory requirements.
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424 Annual Storm Drain Improvements (Bard Street) Heecheol/Briana 617 Civic Center Charging Stations Heecheol/Magvern
605 City Facilities Condition and Needs Assessment Joe
105 Annual Street Improvements Heecheol/Briana
695 Parking Lot A Improvements Heecheol/Briana
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FY 25-26 FY 26-27 FY 27-28
Q2 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
Full staffing assumes 10 engineers average approximately 50% of availability for CIPs (0.5*1700)/12 = 70.8 hours monthly per engineer, therefore 708 hours total monthly availability for CIP work in the engineering team. Current staffing levels in November 2025 are 9 (or 90%). This schedule assumes reaching full staffing levels (100%) by April 2026. Actual schedules are subject to change. Depending on staffing.
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-AS-100
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
REQUEST TO APPROVE REVISIONS TO MULTIPLE CLASS SPECIFICATIONS (Tiffany Nguyen Human Resources Manager)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommend City Council approve the revisions for the following classification specifications:
1. Police Lieutenant
2. Police Sergeant
3. Senior Engineer
4. Equipment Mechanic
Executive Summary:
As recent recruitments were conducted, the class specifications for the positions of Police Lieutenant, Police Sergeant, Senior Engineer, and Equipment Mechanic were reviewed and updated to reflect the current job duties and requirements associated with each specification.
Background:
From time to time, class specifications are reviewed and updated to ensure that the information within the specifications accurately reflects the current job duties and requirements for the positions. As such, Human Resources would work with departments to discuss and propose changes to class specifications as positions evolve and as recruitments are conducted. The revisions for each class specification are also provided to the associated bargaining unit for review and approval.
Past Board Actions
Meeting Date Description
Civil Service
Board:
December 1, 2025
The Civil Service Board approved the proposed revisions to the class specifications on December 1, 2025.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact for this item.
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Attachments:
1. Police Lieutenant Class Specification – Draft (Redlined)
2. Police Sergeant Class Specification – Draft (Redlined)
3. Senior Engineer Class Specification – Draft (Redlined)
4. Equipment Operator Class Specification – Draft (Redlined) Respectfully Submitted by: Tiffany Nguyen, Human Resources Manager Concur: Brandon Walker, Administrative Services Director Approved: Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
Class Specification
POLICE LIEUTENANT
DEFINITION
Under general direction, perform a variety of routine and complex public safety work activities; supervise police patrol, investigations, internal affairs, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement activities; serve as division commander or Chief of Staff to the Police Chief; and do related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Supervise and inspect the work of pPolice sSergeants, Community Services Division Supervisors, pPolice oOfficers, Community Services Officers and support staff in their assigned duties; assign and direct the work of officers engaged in patrol activities, traffic, or investigation activities, or may direct other employees in records, property and evidence, task and custodial functions; receive complaints or reports of emergencies and determine the need for police action; assist officers in handling difficult situations; review an coordinate the work of employees engaged in communications, record keeping, and the care and custody of prisoners; assist in planning and coordinating departmental programs and procedures; receive and process internal/external complaints regarding conduct, alleged policy violations and/or criminal/civil complaints against staff, assign investigations to, and audit supervisors when applicable; assist in budgeting, procurement, and resource management; manage unit resources, grant projects, equipment requests, and ensure cost-effective deployment; collaborate with Finance and City leadership on planning, staffing, and procurement; assist in oversight of emerging technologies (e.g., drones, automated reporting, LPR systems), ensuring ethical application and transparency; prepare reports to superior offices on incidents and special situations requiring administrative review; provide guidance and training to subordinate officers and evaluate their performance; supervise officers in conducting preliminary and/or investigations of crimes and civil disturbances; relieve superior officers in their absence as assigned; work shifts, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Requires thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques and equipment; and considerable knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations; extensive knowledge of the City’s geography; skill in operating department tools and equipment including police car, police radio, radar gun, handgun and other weapons as required; baton, handcuff, breath analyzer, pager, first aid equipment, personal computer, including word processing software; familiarity with real-time crime center tools, analytics dashboards, and digital evidence systems to inform operations; ability to plan, coordinate, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; perform work requiring good physical condition; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, supervisors, civic groups and other departments, agencies, and the public; exercise sound judgement judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Page 96 of 541 17255873728,,,Attachment 1. Police Lieutenant Job Specification - Draft (Redlined)POLICE LIEUTENANT.doc 2
Associates A degree or 60 units infrom an accredited college or university in police, public or business administration, political science or closely related field and possession of a P.O.S.T. Advanced certificate and completion of P.O.S.T. supervisory course.; 2) Four years of professional police experience with a public agency including onetwo years experience as a Police Sergeant.
Completion of advanced leadership training, such as Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T). Supervisory Leadership Institute (SLI), LAPD Leadership Program, or equivalent is preferred.
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required and must be maintained as valid during the course of employment.
Possession of a P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate or be eligible to obtain a P.O.S.T Supervisory Certificate within one year of promotion to Lieutenant.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed in a standard office setting, reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel to various locations to attend meetings or respond to major crime scenes, disasters or critical incidents; the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions; occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, the noise level is occasionally very loud due to sirens, firearm training, etc.; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; walk, stand, or sit for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment including guns and handcuffs; and to verbally communicate to exchange information..
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Approved by the Civil Service Board: 12/1/25
Approved by the City Council:
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
Class Specification
POLICE SERGEANT
DEFINITION
Under direction, to supervise, review, and participate in the work of a small group of police officers engaged in general patrol duties in the prevention of crime, enforcement of law and order and the safeguarding of the public on an assigned shift; to serve as watch commander on an assigned shift; to oversee and participate in all work activities; to assume responsibility for assigned special programs, projects, or department-wide functions or activities; to coordinate activities with other agencies; and to perform a variety of administrative and technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Supervises, reviews and participates in the work of a group of officers assigned to patrol duties within designated districts; serves as Watch Commander for an assigned shift including preparing and administering briefings, supervising sworn and non-sworn staff and activities on assigned shift, overseeing inmates, approving police reports and arrests, reviewing shift incidents and preparing Watch Commander log, and representing the Police Chief during off hours; checks condition of police equipment and appearance of officers; follows up on non-routine calls and assists and instructs officers in the handling of difficult problems; reviews accident reports and instructs officers on proper reporting procedures; analyzes traffic and accident data and recommends preventive actions; receives information or complaints at the station or by radio; discusses complaints or problems with citizens community members and others; participates in shift activities as necessary including enforcing local and state laws; issues citations and makes arrests; supervises and personally conducts complete and detailed investigations of a general and specialized nature; coordinates activities with other shifts, units, City departments, outside agencies, organizations, and the public; provides a full range of administrative support to management staff; participates in the selection of law enforcement staff; provides training, guidance, and counseling to assigned personnel; conducts and participates in training courses on the work of the department; prepares regular and special reports; may relieve superior officer in his/her absence or as assigned.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of: operations and standard operating procedures of a Police Department; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; ; the fundamentals of police work including traffic control and crime prevention; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws governing the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses; modern methods, procedures, and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, juvenile programs, record keeping, records management, automated records systems, search and seizure, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention; care, maintenance, and operation of firearms and other modern police equipment; principles and practices of data collection and analysis; methods and techniques of report preparation and writing; principles and practices used in the identification, preservation, and presentation of evidence; techniques and applications of self defense and proper use of force; methods
2 and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or suspects; investigative techniques, procedures, and sources of information; principles and applications of public relations; geography of the local area; standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; occupational hazards and standard safety practices. Ability to: supervise, organize, and review the work of others and to maintain discipline and morale; think clearly and act effectively in emergency situations; gather, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and to draw sound conclusions; observe and remember names, faces and details of incidents; prepare clear and accurate reports; operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video systems, and radars; get along well with the public; meet established physical and medical standards; gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate, and use facts and evidence; interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects; control violent people and affect arrests; work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts; understand and carry out oral and written directions; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this required knowledge would be:
Educational achievement equivalent to an AA/AS degree or 60 units from an accredited college or university or Intermediate P.O.S.T. Certificate at the time of appointment.
Possession of P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate and Ccompletion of Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Supervisory requirements within probationary period. Four years of full-time sworn police experience, with the last one year with the Hermosa Beach Police Department.
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required and must be maintained as valid during the course of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel from site to site; the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration; exposed to potentially hostile environments; extensive public contact; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, the noise level is occasionally very loud due to sirens, firearm training, etc.; incumbents required to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement setting; an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or Formatted: Font: 12 pt
3 run for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights; operate office equipment including use of computer keyboard; requires a sense of touch, finger dexterity, and gripping with hands and fingers; ability to speak and hear to exchange information; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment including guns and handcuffs; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Approved by the Civil Service Board: 12/1/25
Approved by the City Council:
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
Class Specification
SENIOR ENGINEER
DEFINITION
Under general direction, the Senior Engineer plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinates, a variety of complex professional civil engineering assignments and other related duties.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Performs a variety of difficult and complex professional civil engineering functions involved in the planning and design of projects, department programs, and activities;
Lead, mentor, and review the work of staff responsible for performing professional engineering work and administrative functions; Monitors activities of the work unit;
Rrecommends staffing needs for assigned activities and projects; rRecommends improvements and modifications and prepares various Rreports on activities and projects;
Rrecommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; Iimplements policies and procedures.
Manages the preparation, and performs technical review, of engineering plans, specifications, construction estimates, and construction bid documents for public works projects.
Performs, and oversees, the inspection of work in the field by contractors, developers, and utility providers.
Issues permits as required and ensures compliance and conformance with scope of work standards and specifications.
Assists with, planning, budgeting, and administration of the city-wide Capital Improvement Program, Public Works operating budget, and associated projects; Oversees the development, advertising, and selection process for professional services, and construction contracts;
Eevaluates proposals and recommends project award;
Nnegotiates and administers contracts after award;
Eensures consultant/contractor compliance with City standards, specifications, and budget;
Prepares staff reports, and presentation materials, for City Council, Public Works Commission, and other public meetings and represents the City as required. Performs special engineering studies and prepares technical reports; Responds to and address traffic requests from the general public. Responds to, and resolves, difficult inquiries and complaints from the general public, property owners, contractors, and others regarding Public Works projects and activities;
May participate in the administration of special assessment and improvement districts;
Prepares and checks legal descriptions for deeds, easements, and rights-of way;
Coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies;
Aattends and participates in professional group meetings; Seeks, and applies outside funding for City projects; Administers funding and reporting requirements as needed. Research projects for design requirements and maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the field of engineering.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of: Advanced principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works programs, activities, and services, including planning and development, design, construction, and operations; Procurement, and administration, of professional services and construction contracts; Principles and practices of project management, engineering administration, and construction management; Applicable federal and State laws and regulatory codes and requirements relevant to public works procedural activities and civil engineering design and construction; Applicable safety and health regulations and City rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to: Direct and supervise the technical and administrative work of staff and consultants; Perform complex professional engineering duties involved in the design, development and construction management of a variety of capital improvement projects; Serve as the project manager on complex Capital Improvement Projects; Prepare, review, interpret, analyze, and modify engineering plans, drawings, specifications, contract documents, and engineering reports for conformance to professional standards and approved budgets; Possess excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines; Perform complex engineering computations and make recommendations for the solution of engineering problems; Prepare and administer grant funds; Respond to questions and inquiries from a variety of sources regarding department functions; Operate computer hardware and use word processing and spreadsheet software and electronic permitting applications as required. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or a closely related field is required. Seven years increasingly responsible experience in professional civil engineering work in Public Works or municipal engineering. Supervisory experience is preferred.
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required or the ability to get from point to point for meetings and trainings. Possess and maintain a valid certificate or registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California.
In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Hermosa Beach employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Approved by the Civil Service Board: 02/15/23
Approved by the City Council: 06/28/23
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
Class Specification
EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to service and to perform journey level mechanical repairs to City-owned gasoline, diesel, natural gas, hybrid powered, and electric motor vehicles and other heavy and light power-driven equipment; to inspect, diagnose, overhaul, repair, and adjust engines, transmissions, and related vehicle systems and components; to service and perform preventive maintenance duties on a variety of vehicles and equipment; to maintain a variety of records and documents; and to do related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in motorized equipment used in street, park, storm drain, and sewer maintenance work; Disassembles components and repairs or replaces defective or worn parts; Performs complete engine user checks overhaul;
Repairs and adjusts (Services) engines, transmissions, clutches, differentials, carburetors, generators, distributors and fuel pumps;
Fits Remove and install and adjust bearings; installs axles, fits pistons and rings; Performs preventative maintenance inspections including tune-ups, frame and chassis lubes, oil and filter changes, inspections of vehicle or equipment drive trains, tires, body, engines, chassis components, and hydraulic systems; Makes minor repairs to radiators and to fenders and performs painting and/or other body repair work as needed;
Does electric Mig and oxyacetylene welding; installs and reconditions electrical systems; cleans and adjusts spark plugs;
Tests and replaces repairs starters, recharges batteries; overhauls hydraulic cylinders; relines Diagnose and adjusts brakes; Operates motor equipment in connection with repair and servicing; Transports equipment and materials as necessary;
Performs routine shop maintenance and clean-up;
Maintains simple records and documents.
May be required to work shifts outside of normal business hours, ,including weekends, and/or holidays; occasionally makes emergency repairs in the field.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of: the tools, equipment, and procedures used in the overhaul, repair and adjustment of motor equipment; fuel, ignition, electrical and cooling systems and of their repair and adjustment; the operation and care of internal combustion engines, chassis, parts, and replacements; wheel alignment and balancing equipment; methods and techniques of welding; basic principles of record keeping; occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
Ability to: use shop tools including drills, pressers, grinders, reamers, and brake relining machines safely and efficiently; make repairs to motor equipment; inspect motor vehicles and other heavy and light power-driven equipment to locate mechanical defects, to diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic problems and to determine corrective procedures; ability to work cooperatively with others; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.; and ability to use electronic work order systems and supporting documentation.
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this required knowledge would be:
Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from high school, preferably including shop courses and two years of skilled experience in automotive repair work for both diesel and gasoline engines
Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required or the ability to get from point to point for meetings and trainings. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications are desired, but not necessaryrequired.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Shop environment; occasional field environment with some travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a mechanic shop environment; walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weights; operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Approved by the Civil Service Board: 12/1/25
Approved by the City Council:
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Meeting Date: December 9, 2025
Staff Report No. 25-CDD-123
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council ADOPT AN URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, INCLUDING ALL APPLICABLE ADOPTED PARTS; ADOPTING THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE; ADOPTING LOCAL AMENDMENTS; REPEALING OUTDATED PROVISIONS
CEQA: Determine the urgency ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
(Community Development Director, Alison Becker)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends City Council:
1. Determine the action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act; and
2. Waive further readings and adopt an urgency ordinance titled “An Urgency Ordinance adopting by reference the 2025 California Building Standards Codes; adopting the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code; repealing legacy codes; adopting local amendments; declaring the Urgency Ordinance to be an urgency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety; and finding the action exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act”; and
3. Authorize staff to file the adopted amendments and findings with the California Building Standards Commission.
Executive Summary:
The State updates the California Building Standards Code every three years. The 2025 codes become effective January 1, 2026. The urgency ordinance adopts the 2025 California Building, Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy, Existing Building, Green Building, and Referenced Standards Codes, along with local amendments tailored to Hermosa Beach.
The ordinance also adopts the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code as the City’s updated property maintenance standard. The Fire Code is not part of this update; Hermosa Beach continues to adopt the Los Angeles County Fire Code by reference and will adopt the next County update when released.
The ordinance reorganizes and renumbers Title 15 to match the structure of the 2025 California Building Standards Codes, consolidates all administrative provisions into a new
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Chapter 15.02, removes outdated references such as the Uniform Housing Code and Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and modernizes enforcement processes.
The ordinance incorporates previously adopted construction, demolition, deconstruction, and materials management requirements into Chapter 15.16. It also updates the Residential Building Records program as an optional service in Chapter 15.26.
All local amendments are supported by findings in Exhibit A, which is contained within the ordinance itself.
Background:
Cities must adopt the most recent California Building Standards Code to maintain enforcement authority. Hermosa Beach last updated its construction codes in 2022. A comprehensive review of Title 15 showed outdated references, inconsistent enforcement procedures, and administrative provisions split across multiple chapters.
The urgency ordinance:
Reorganizes Title 15 to align with the 2025 California Building Standards Code Consolidates all administrative, permitting, inspection, enforcement, and appeals procedures into Chapter 15.02
Repeals outdated provisions and replaces the Uniform Housing Code and Dangerous Buildings Code with the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code
Adopts updated technical amendments, including adjoining property protection, pedestrian safety, dewatering and shoring requirements, Class A roof coverings, underground electrical requirements, mechanical equipment setbacks, plumbing grease control standards, and CALGreen materials management rules Replaces the former mandatory Residential Building Record program with a modernized optional service
The urgency adoption is required to ensure seamless enforcement beginning January 1, 2026.
Past Council Actions
Meeting Date Description
November 29, 2022 Adoption of the 2022 California Building Standards Codes with local amendments and adoption of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code.
June 13, 2023 Adoption of the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code (Title 15.20 update).
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Discussion:
The urgency ordinance ensures Hermosa Beach maintains continuous enforcement authority by adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code before the statewide effective date.
Summary of Key Code Updates:
Topic Summary
Consolidated administration
chapter
Chapter 15.02 consolidates all administrative
functions including permitting, inspections,
enforcement, stop work orders, violations,
nuisance abatement authority, cost recovery, and
appeals.
Appeals structure Technical code appeals go to the Building Board of Appeals; IPMC appeals go to the Administrative
Hearing Officer.
Title 15 reorganization All chapters are renumbered to match Title 24.
Technical amendments Includes adjoining property protection, pedestrian safety, groundwater and shoring requirements,
Class A roof coverings, underground electrical
service rules, mechanical equipment setback
rules, plumbing and grease interceptor
requirements, and CALGreen waste diversion and
deconstruction requirements.
Permit expiration and extensions Updated timelines for commencement and completion of work, consistent with the California
Building Standards Code and City policy.
Residential Building Records Chapter 15.26 establishes the program as optional, with updated administrative procedures
aligned with Chapter 15.02.
The ordinance modernizes Title 15, improves regulatory clarity, and aligns City procedures with State requirements.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended action.
Attachments:
1. Urgency Ordinance 25-XXX
2. Redline 2025 BSC Adoption
3. Building Standards Commission Filing Packet Summary
4. Exhibit A – Findings for Local Amendments
5. Exhibit B – Proposed Ch. 15.02
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6. Exhibit C – Proposed Ch. 15.04
7. Exhibit D – Proposed Ch. 15.06
8. Exhibit E – Proposed Ch. 15.08
9. Exhibit F – Proposed Ch. 15.10
10.Exhibit G – Proposed Ch. 15.12
11.Exhibit H – Proposed Ch. 15.14
12.Exhibit I – Proposed Ch. 15.16
13.Exhibit J – Proposed Ch. 15.18
14.Exhibit K – Proposed Ch. 15.20
15.Exhibit L – Proposed Ch. 15.22
16.Exhibit M – Proposed Ch. 15.24
17.Exhibit N– Proposed Ch. 15.26
18.Exhibit O – Proposed Ch. 15.28
19.Exhibit P – Proposed Ch. 15.30
20.Exhibit Q – HBMC Consistency Amendments
Respectfully Submitted by: Guillermo Hobelman, Building and Code Enforcement Official
Concur: Alison Becker, Community Development Director
Noted for Fiscal Impact: Brandon Walker, Administrative Services Director Legal Review: Jason Baltimore, City Attorney
Approved: Steve Napolitano, Interim City Manager
URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 25-XXXX
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODES; ADOPTING THE
2024 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE;
REPEALING LEGACY CODES; ADOPTING LOCAL AMENDMENTS;
DECLARING THE URGENCY ORDINANCE TO BE AN URGENCY
MEASURE NECESSARY FOR THE IMMEDIATE PRESERVATION OF
THE PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, AND SAFETY; AND FINDING THE
ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the California Building Standards Commission (“Commission”) adopted the 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code (“CBSC”) effective January 1, 2026, codified in Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations; and WHEREAS, the CBSC consists of building standards that regulate the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, electrical systems, plumbing systems, mechanical systems, and maintenance of all buildings and structures in the state; and WHEREAS, the City of Hermosa Beach (“City”) may adopt the CBSC pursuant to California Government Code (“Government Code”) section 50022.2; and WHEREAS, the City may adopt local amendments to the CBSC determined by the City Council to be reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions pursuant to the California Health and Safety Code sections 17958.7 and 18941.5; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to adopt the CBSC and 2024 International Property Maintenance Code with local amendments to update construction requirements, modernize and consolidate administrative procedures, repeal outdated legacy provisions, strengthen enforcement and permit regulations, ensure consistent property maintenance standards throughout the City, and ensure that the state standards are reasonably tailored to local climatic, geologic, and topographic conditions; and
WHEREAS, this Urgency Ordinance is necessary as an urgency measure to ensure that the CBSC and related local amendments take effect on January 1, 2026, without any regulatory gaps or interruptions in enforcement.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The recitals above are true and correct, and are hereby incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. Findings Supporting Local Amendments. The City Council finds that local amendments to the CBSC and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code are reasonably necessary due to coastal environmental conditions, exposure to corrosive marine air, dense development patterns, high groundwater, and aging utility and structural infrastructure. Exhibit A contains findings supporting each local amendment and is incorporated by reference.
SECTION 3. Local Amendments Exempt from Assembly Bill (“AB”) 130. The City Council further finds that local amendments to the CBSC and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code are exempt from AB 130 based on the following facts:
a. Carryover Items Previously Adopted (AB 130 Exception:
Substantially Equivalent Standards). Several of the local technical amendments(particularly those related to construction site safety, roof assemblies, and mechanical/electrical equipment placement) are substantially equivalent to standards adopted under the 2022 code cycle. These were already filed with the Commission and are being carried forward with only formatting updates or minor clarifications. These technical amendments can continue in effect so long as they are unchanged in substance pursuant to AB 130.
b. Administrative Changes (AB 130 Exception: Not a Building Standard). A number of the updates (including the consolidated administration chapter (Chapter 15.02), adjustments to permit expiration timelines, stop-work authority, and cost recovery) are administrative in nature. These are not considered "building standards" under AB 130 and are therefore exempt from the moratorium on residential code changes.
These updates do not impose new construction or design requirements and are aimed at improving clarity, consistency, and permit efficiency.
c. Emergency Health/Safety Justification (AB 130 Exception:
Emergency Standard). The entire package is being adopted via this Urgency Ordinance with findings that address immediate health and safety needs due to local coastal
conditions (e.g., narrow lots, groundwater issues, and marine corrosion). This Urgency Ordinance formally declares the amendments necessary for the preservation of public health and safety, consistent with the emergency standard exception in AB 130.
SECTION 4. Adoption of Amendments. The City Council hereby amends Title 15 of the Municipal Code (“HBMC”) and adopts the following Exhibits, all of which are attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference:
a. Administration of the Code. Chapter 15.02 is adopted in its entirety to read as set forth in Exhibit B.
b. Building Code. Chapter 15.28 is re-numbered to Chapter
15.04, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit C. c. Residential Code. Chapter 15.06 is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit D.
d. Electrical Code. Chapter 15.32 is re-numbered to Chapter
15.08, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit E. e. Mechanical Code. Chapter 15.12 is re-numbered to Chapter
15.10, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit F. f. Plumbing Code. Chapter 15.16 is re-numbered to Chapter
15.12, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit G. g. Energy Code. Chapter 15.52 is re-numbered to Chapter 15.14, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit H.
h. Green Building Standards. Chapter 15.48 is re-numbered to Chapter 15.16, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit I. i. California Exising Building Code. Chapter 15.28 is re-numberd to Chapter 15.18, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit J. j. Fire Prevention Code. Chapter 15.20 is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit K.
k. California Referenced Standards Code. Chapter 15.22 is adopted in its entirety to read as set forth in Exhibit L. l. International Property Maintenance Code. Chapter 15.56 is renumbered to Chapter 15.24, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit M. m. Property Record Reports. Chapter 15.44 is re-numbered to Chapter 15.26, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit N. n. Seismic Strengthening of Buildings Having Reinforced Masonry Bearing Walls. Chapter 15.36 is re-numbered to Chapter 15.28, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit O.
o. Electric Vehicle Charging Systems and Streamlined Permitting.
Chapter 15.40 is re-numbered to Chapter 15.30, and is amended to read as set forth in Exhibit P.
p. Previous Local Amendments Preserved. All technical local amendments previously adopted within former Title 15 are preserved and reassigned to the corresponding chapters of the reorganized Title 15 unless expressly repealed by this Urgency Ordinance.
SECTION 5. Repeal of Legacy Provisions. The following provisions of the HBMC are repealed to maintain consistency with the CBSC and the reorganization of HBMC Title 15:
a. Administrative provisions that addressed permit processing, appeals, violations, enforcement, or administrative procedures (contained in prior Chapters 15.04, 15.06, 15.08, 15.10, 15.12, 15.16, 15.20, 15.24, 15.28, 15.32, 15.36, 15.40, and 15.44); which are all superseded by the consolidated administrative requirements in Chapter 15.02.
b. Former Chapter 15.44 (Residential Building Records). c. Former Chapter 15.08 adopting the Uniform Housing Code. d. Former Chapter 12.24 adopting the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings.
e. Former Chapter 15.56 adopting the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code.
SECTION 6. Conforming Amendments to Other HBMC Titles. Conforming amendments to Titles 1, 8, and 17 of the HBMC are hereby adopted as set forth in Exhibit P to maintain consistency with the reorganization of HBMC Title 15 adopted in this Urgency Ordinance.
SECTION 7. Severability. If any part of this Urgency Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications; and, to this end, the provisions of this Urgency Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 8. California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). The City Council finds that this Urgency Ordinance is not subject to CEQA pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines (Chapter 3 to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations) because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
SECTION 9. Filing Requirements. The City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this Urgency Ordinance, including all local amendments and findings required by Health and Safety Code sections 17958.7 and 18941.5, with the Commission. The City Clerk shall also file a copy with the Los Angeles County Clerk as required by Government Code section 50022.3. The City Clerk shall maintain at least one copy of each adopted model code for public inspection in accordance with Government Code section 50022.4.
SECTION 10. Certification. The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Urgency Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City’s book of original Urgency Ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and, within fifteen (15) days after the Urgency Ordinance’s passage and adoption, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
SECTION 11. Effective Date. This Urgency Ordinance shall take effect immediately.
This Urgency Ordinance is adopted as an urgency measure pursuant to Government Code section 36937(b). It is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety to ensure uninterrupted enforcement of the CBSC when the 2025 Edition becomes effective statewide. All adopted codes and local amendments shall become enforceable on January 1, 2026, the statewide effective date established by the Commission.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED on this 9th day of December 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Mayor Rob Saemann
PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, CA ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
________________________________ ________________________________ Myra Maravilla Jason Baltimore
City Clerk Interim City Attorney
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code – Redline Package
Urgency Ordinance: 25-XXXX
2025 California Building Standards Code and 2024 IPMC
Title 15 Reorganization and Local Amendments
1. Overview:
This ordinance repeals or supersedes all prior chapters of Title 15 and adopts a reorganized Title 15 that aligns with the 2025 California Building Standards Code and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code. The update replaces outdated provisions, consolidates all administrative and enforcement procedures into a new Chapter 15.02, modernizes local amendments, and restructures all chapters to match the organization of the 2025 code cycle.
To ensure consistency across the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code, this ordinance also updates cross references and related provisions in other HBMC titles where references to Title 15 or prior code chapters appear. These adjustments are limited to conforming edits required for proper implementation of the new Title 15 structure.
This ordinance takes effect immediately as an urgency measure. Enforcement of the adopted model codes and local amendments begins January 1, 2026, consistent with the statewide effective date.
2. Summary of HBMC Titles Affected by this Ordinance:
Title 1 General Provisions: Changes occur. Cross reference updates to new Title 15 sections and administrative alignment with Chapter 15.02. Titles 2 through 7: No changes.
Title 8 Health and Safety: Changes occur. Cross references updated to IPMC (new Chapter 15.24).
Titles 9 through 14: No changes.
Title 15 Buildings and Construction: Changes occur. Full reorganization, renumbering, and adoption of 2025 codes with local amendments. Title 16 Subdivisions: No changes.
Title 17 Zoning: Changes occur. Cross references updated to new Title 15 and IPMC.
The redline code changes required for full implementation of this ordinance are included below for the affected titles:
Title 1, Title 8, Title 15, Title 17
3. Title 1 Redline
(Only Changed Section 1.10.040: Cross references updated to new Title 15, Buildings and Construction, as reorganized and renumbered by Urgency Ordinance 25-XXX.) Title 1 General Provisions
Chapter 1.10 – Administrative Citations and Penalties
Section 1.10.040 – Code violations subject to administrative penalty procedures A. The violations described in the Municipal Code titles, chapters and sections listed hereinbelow are subject to the administrative penalty procedures and other provisions of this chapter:
1. Chapter 5.04, Business Licenses Generally;
2. Section 6.08.020, Dogs at Large Prohibited in Public Places;
3. Chapter 6.16, Retail Sale of Dogs and Cats;
4. Chapter 8.04, Health Code Adopted;
5. Chapter 8.08, Alarm Systems;
6. Chapter 8.28, Nuisances;
7. Chapter 8.32, Rodent Control;
8. Chapter 8.42, Fireworks;
9. Chapter 8.44, Stormwater and Urban Runoff Pollution Control Regulations;
10. Chapter 12.16, Encroachments (streets and sidewalks);
11. Section 12.20.050, Animals;
12. Paragraphs (A), (U) and (V) of Section 12.28.010, Park Regulations Generally;
13. Chapter 12.32, Newsracks;
14. Section 15.04.140, Pedestrian protection during construction; Chapter 15.04, including Section 15.04.3306, Pedestrian protection, as amended;
15. Sections 15.16.070 and 15.16.080, grease recovery systems; Chapter 15.12, including Section 15.12.1014.1.4, Grease waste and recovery system requirements, as amended.;
16. Chapter 12.36, Trees;
17. Chapter 5.80, Cannabis Delivery;
18. Chapter 8.56, Water Conservation and Drought Management Plan;
19. Chapter 8.60, Water Efficient Landscaping;
20. Chapter 8.64, Ban on Certain Polystyrene Products;
21. Chapter 8.68, Plastic Carryout Shopping Bags;
22. Chapter 9.28, Parties, Events and Gatherings on Private Property;
23. Section 9.28.030, Social Host Liability;
24. Chapter 10.44, Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility Devices;
25. Chapter 5.78, Tobacco Retailers;
26. Chapter 12.38, Sidewalk Vending;
27. Chapter 12.30, Special Events on Public Property;
28. Title 15, Buildings and Construction; Title 15, Buildings and Construction, as reorganized and renumbered by Urgency Ordinance 25-XXX;
29. Chapter 8.24, Noise Control;
30. Chapter 8.12, Solid Waste Collection and Disposal;
31. Chapter 12.30, Special Events on Public Property;
32. Section 12.28.030, Outdoor fitness class permits;
33. Chapter 1.06, Custody and Use of City Seal, Logo and Insignia;
34. Chapter 12.09, Pavement Moratorium;
35. Section 10.12.175, Use of electric bicycles and other wheeled devices;
36. Section 12.20.220, Motorized and Electric Wheeled Devices;
37. Section 12.20.230, Wheeled vehicles on Strand walkway and Pier Plaza;
38. Section 12.28.010, Park regulations generally;
39. Chapter 5.82, Rental of Electric Bicycles;
40. Chapter 12.40, Camping in Public Places;
Subsection B
B. Exclusive of subsection (A)(20) of this section, any person who violates the same provision... [full text unchanged].
4. Title 8 Redline
(Only Changed Sections 8.04.060, 8.24.120, 8.28.020, 8.32.010, 8.36.050, 8.48.010, and
8.52.080. Integration of International Property Maintenance Code references and alignment with Title 15 reorganization under Urgency Ordinance 25-XXX.) Title 8 – Health and Safety
Chapter 8.04 – Health Code Adopted
Section 8.04.060 – Violations of Health and Safety Regulations A-E Existing text unchanged.
E. Any condition, use, structure, or activity that constitutes a violation of any minimum standard for maintenance, sanitation, habitability, or safety established by Title 15.24 (International Property Maintenance Code), including those affecting the use, occupancy, or safe operation of structures or premises, whether or not such
conditions constitute an unsafe structure or unsafe equipment, may also be enforced under that title.
Chapter 8.24 – Noise Control
Section 8.24.120 – Additional Remedies
A–B. Existing text unchanged.
C. Operation or Maintenance of Other Machinery. The operation or maintenance of any device, instrument, equipment, vehicle or machinery in violation of any provisions of this chapter, and persistent animal noise in violation of this chapter, shall be deemed and is declared to be a public nuisance and may be subject to abatement summarily by a restraining order or injunction issued by a court of competent jurisdiction. (Ord. 00-1209, §3, 2000). Operation or maintenance of any device, instrument, equipment, vehicle, or machinery that forms part of a building system regulated by Title 15.24 (International Property Maintenance Code) may also be enforced as a violation of that title, in addition to being a public nuisance under this chapter.
Chapter 8.28 – Nuisances
Section 8.28.020 – Enumeration of Nuisances
A-B. Existing text unchanged.
C. Nuisances affecting property maintenance and habitability: Any condition, use, structure, occupancy, or premises that violates any minimum standard for maintenance, sanitation, habitability, or safety established by Title 15.24 (International Property Maintenance Code), including conditions affecting the use, occupancy, or safe operation of structures or premises, whether or not such conditions constitute an unsafe structure or unsafe equipment.
Chapter 8.32 – Rodent Control
Section 8.32.010 – Rodent or pest harborage
It is unlawful for any person to maintain any building, lot, premises, vehicle or any place in such an unsanitary condition as to permit the breeding or harboring therein or thereon of flies, rats, bedbugs, cockroaches, lice, fleas or any vermin. It is unlawful for any person to permit an accumulation of rubbish material that may serve as a harborage for rats unless such material be elevated not less than eighteen (18) inches above the ground with a clear intervening space thereunder. (Prior code § 27- 1). Conditions constituting rodent or pest harborage also constitute violations of
Title 15.24 (International Property Maintenance Code), including but not limited to Sections 302.5 and 304.5, and may be enforced under both titles.
Chapter 8.36 – Sewage and Industrial Waste
Section 8.36.050 – Violations of chapter deemed nuisance-abatement procedure.
Every violation of this chapter shall be deemed and is hereby declared to be a nuisance and may be abated as such. Actions for the abatement of such nuisances shall be instituted by or on behalf of the city in any court of competent jurisdiction and shall be maintained and prosecuted in accordance with the provisions of this code. (Prior code § 28-5).
Conditions involving improper sewage disposal, drainage, contamination, or sanitary hazards may also constitute violations of Title 15.24 (International Property Maintenance Code) and may be enforced under both titles.
Chapter 8.48 – Miscellaneous Health Regulations
Section 8.48.010 – Washrooms–public washrooms
It is unlawful for any person maintaining any toilet, washroom or bath or shower room for the use of employees or the public to fail to keep the floors, walls, ceilings, lavatory, urinals and toilet bowl free from any accumulation of dirt, filth or corrosion.
All lavatories shall be supplied with soap and individual towels with a receptacle for their disposal. All toilet rooms shall be provided with toilet paper. (Prior code § 21- 17). Conditions relating to the maintenance, cleanliness, operation, or sanitary condition of washrooms may also constitute violations of Title 15.24 (International Property Maintenance Code), including minimum standards for sanitation, plumbing facilities, and maintenance of premises, and may be enforced under both titles.
Chapter 8.52 – Floodplain Management Regulations
Section 8.52.080 – Compliance
No structure or land shall hereafter be constructed, located, extended, converted, or altered without full compliance with the terms of this chapter and other applicable regulations. Violation of the requirements (including violations of conditions and safeguards) shall constitute a misdemeanor. Nothing herein shall prevent the City of Hermosa Beach from taking such lawful action as is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation. Structures located within areas of special flood hazard shall also comply with the minimum property maintenance and safety standards established by Title 15.24 (International Property Maintenance Code). Conditions relating to
drainage, water intrusion, utilities, or structural maintenance that violate Title 15.24 may be enforced under both titles.
5. Title 15 Redline
(Repealed, Replaced, and Relocated Chapters of Former Title 15; Adoption of New Chapters
15.02 through 15.30. Reorganization of Title 15 and Cross Reference Updates Pursuant to Urgency Ordinance 25-XXX.)
Part A. Disposition of Former Title 15 Chapters (Repealed, Replaced, or Relocated) The following chapters of Title 15 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code are repealed, replaced, or relocated as part of the reorganization of Title 15 and the adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Code and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code.
Chapters Repealed and Replaced
These chapters are repealed in their entirety and are fully superseded by new Chapter 15.24 adopting the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code or by newly adopted local amendment chapters.
Chapters 15.08 Housing Code, 15.24 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and 15.56 Property Maintenance Code are repealed because they are superseded by the adoption of Chapter 15.24, which adopts the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code with local amendments governing minimum property maintenance, unsafe structures, condemnation, and related enforcement. • Chapter 15.08 Housing Code
• Chapter 15.24 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
• Chapter 15.56 Property Maintenance Code
All housing, property maintenance, habitability, and unsafe structure enforcement formerly located in Chapters 15.08, 15.24, and 15.56 is replaced in full by new Chapter 15.24 adopting the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code.
Former Chapter 15.56 (Property Maintenance Code; adoption of the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code) is repealed in its entirety and superseded by new Chapter 15.24 adopting the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code.
Fire Prevention Code Not Repealed
Former Chapter 15.20 Fire Prevention Code is retained in its entirety without modification and renumbered as Chapter 15.20. The Fire Prevention Code continues to be adopted by reference to the Los Angeles County Fire Code. No provisions of the Fire Prevention Code are repealed or altered by the 2025 reorganization.
Chapters Repealed but Relocated
(Content Retained and Moved to New Numbering)
The substantive provisions of former Chapters 15.36 Seismic Strengthening, 15.40 Electric Vehicle Charging Systems, and 15.44 Residential Building Records are continued without substantive change and renumbered as Chapters 15.28, 15.30, and 15.26 respectively. Only prior administrative language contained within these chapters is repealed and superseded by Chapter 15.02.
All former local amendments to construction site requirements, adjoining property protection, notice, fencing, shoring, and pedestrian protection previously located in
15.04.070 and 15.04.140 are preserved and relocated into 15.02, 15.04, and 15.06.
All former chapter-specific appeal processes are repealed; all appeals now follow Chapter 15.02.
These notes preserve legislative intent, ensure continuity of enforcement, and support CBSC filing under Health and Safety Code sections 17958.5, 17958.7, and 18941.5.
• Administrative provisions formerly located across multiple chapters, including permit procedures, appeals, enforcement, stop work authority, construction site provisions, and permit expiration requirements, are consolidated and reorganized into new Chapter 15.02.
• Local electrical, mechanical, plumbing, energy and green building amendments formerly located in Chapters 15.12, 15.16, 15.32, 15.52 and 15.48 are reorganized and renumbered into Chapters 15.08, 15.10, 15.12, 15.14 and 15.16 respectively. • Existing building code provisions formerly located in Chapter 15.28 are continued without substantive change in new Chapter 15.18.
• Chapter 15.44 Report of Residential Building Records. Residential building records provisions formerly located in Chapter 15.44 are continued in new Chapter 15.26.
The mandatory requirement to obtain a Residential Building Record prior to sale is repealed. Chapter 15.26 continues the program as a voluntary and optional informational service available upon request.
• Chapter 15.36 Seismic Strengthening of Buildings Having Unreinforced Masonry Bearing Walls. Seismic strengthening requirements formerly located in Chapter 15.36
are retained and renumbered as Chapter 15.28.
• Chapter 15.40 Electric Vehicle Charging Systems; Streamlined Permitting. Electric vehicle charging system permitting requirements previously located in Chapter 15.40 are retained and renumbered as Chapter 15.30.
Chapters Repealed and Reorganized into New Local Amendment Chapters These chapters are repealed in their entirety because they are replaced by the new local amendment chapters structured to mirror the 2025 Building Standards Code format. All local amendments previously adopted in Chapters 15.04, 15.06, 15.12,
15.16, 15.28, 15.32, 15.36, 15.40, 15.44, 15.48, and 15.52 are preserved and reassigned to their corresponding 2025 chapters unless expressly repealed. • Chapter 15.04 Building Code
• Chapter 15.06 Residential Code
• Chapter 15.12 Mechanical Code
• Chapter 15.16 Plumbing Code
• Chapter 15.28 Existing Buildings
• Chapter 15.32 Electrical Code
• Chapter 15.48 Green Building Standards
• Chapter 15.52 Energy Code
Title 15 Crosswalk Table (HBMC 2022 to HBMC 2025 Reorganization) This table is informational only and does not need to be codified as binding law.
Former Chapter 15.20 is retained without modification and renumbered as Chapter
15.20 Current HBMC
(2022) Chapter
Current Chapter
Name
Reorganized
HBMC Chapter
Reorganized Chapter
Name and Disposition
15.04 Building Code 15.04 California Building Code
Local Amendments
(relocated)
15.06 Residential Code 15.06 California Residential
Code Local Amendments
(relocated)
15.08 Housing Code — Repealed; replaced by
15.24 International
Property Maintenance
Code
15.12 Mechanical Code 15.10 California Mechanical
Code Local Amendments
(relocated)
15.16 Plumbing Code 15.12 California Plumbing Code
Local Amendments
(relocated)
15.20 Energy Code
Amendments
2022
15.14 California Energy Code
Local Amendments
(relocated)
15.24 CALGreen Local
Amendments
2022
15.16 California Green Building
Standards Local
Amendments (relocated)
15.28 Fire Code 15.20 Fire Prevention Code
(relocated)
15.32 Existing Buildings
Code
Amendments
15.18 California Existing
Building Code (relocated)
15.36 Seismic
Strengthening of
Buildings Having
Unreinforced
Masonry Bearing
Walls
15.28 Seismic Strengthening
15.40 Property
Maintenance
2022
15.24 International Property
Maintenance Code
(replaced)
15.44 Residential
Building Records
15.26 Residential Building
Records (relocated)
15.48 Green Building
Standards
Amendments
15.16 California Green Building
Standards Code
Amendments (relocated
and integrated)
15.52 Energy Code
Amendments
15.14 California Energy Code
Local Amendments
(relocated and integrated)
15.56 Property
Maintenance
Code
15.24 International Property
Maintenance Code
(repealed and replaced)
15.32 Referenced
Standards
15.22 California Referenced
Standards Code
Part B. Adoption of New Title 15 Chapters
The following chapters are adopted into Title 15 and together constitute the reorganized Title 15 for the City of Hermosa Beach. These chapters implement the 2025 California Building Standards Code, the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code, and updated local amendments.
New Title 15 Chapters
• Chapter 15.02 Administration
• Chapter 15.04 California Building Code Local Amendments • Chapter 15.06 California Residential Code Local Amendments • Chapter 15.08 California Electrical Code Local Amendments • Chapter 15.10 California Mechanical Code Local Amendments • Chapter 15.12 California Plumbing Code Local Amendments • Chapter 15.14 California Energy Code Local Amendments • Chapter 15.16 California Green Building Standards Code Local Amendments • Chapter 15.18 California Existing Building Code
• Chapter 15.20 Fire Prevention Code
• Chapter 15.22 California Referenced Standards Code
• Chapter 15.24 International Property Maintenance Code with Local Amendments
• Chapter 15.26 Property Record Reports (Voluntary Program) • Chapter 15.28 Seismic Strengthening of Buildings Having Unreinforced Masonry Bearing Walls
• Chapter 15.30 Electric Vehicle Charging Systems and Streamlined Permitting START
The administrative provisions of Title 15 are consolidated into Chapter 15.02. This chapter establishes local procedures for permit processing, inspections, enforcement, appeals, and related administrative functions. Chapter 15.02 is adopted in full as follows:
CHAPTER 15.02
ADMINISTRATION
15.02.010 Purpose and intent.
This chapter establishes administrative provisions for enforcing the California Building Standards Code and this title. It provides procedures for permits, inspections, enforcement, appeals, and related administrative functions necessary to protect public health and safety.
15.02.020 Scope.
This chapter applies to all activity regulated by the California Building Standards Code, including the Building Code, Residential Code, Fire Prevention Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Energy Code, Green Building Standards Code, Existing Building Code, and Referenced Standards Code. These provisions govern administration and enforcement unless stated otherwise. This chapter also applies to administration and enforcement of the International Property Maintenance Code.
15.02.030 Building Official.
The Building Official is authorized and directed to enforce this title and the technical codes. The Building Official may interpret codes, adopt administrative policies, create forms, require investigations, approve alternatives, impose permit conditions, and require construction protection measures. The Building Official may delegate duties to qualified designees.
15.02.040 Work requiring permits.
No person shall perform regulated work without a permit. The Building Official may maintain a list of exempt work. When work requiring a permit is performed without approval, the Building Official may issue citations, require exposure of concealed work, and require all necessary corrections.
15.02.050 Permit application and issuance.
A permit application must include plans, specifications, supporting documents, and required fees. The Building Official shall issue the permit when the application is complete and complies with applicable laws. Permits may contain conditions as needed for public safety or code compliance.
15.02.060 Permit expiration and extensions.
A permit expires when work does not begin or is suspended or abandoned for the period established by written policy of the Building Official. The policy shall be consistent with the California Building Standards Code and this title.
The time established by the Building Official for work to begin shall not exceed twelve months from the date of permit issuance. The time established by the Building Official for work to be completed shall not exceed four years from the date of permit issuance unless a different completion timeline is required by a discretionary approval under Title 17.
The Building Official may grant up to two extensions for good cause, each not exceeding one year. Conditions or updated reviews may be required, and fees may be charged, when necessary due to code updates, safety considerations, or changes in site conditions.
Failure to complete work within the required timeframe may result in enforcement under this Chapter, including withholding of inspections, suspension of permits, or initiation of enforcement or nuisance abatement proceedings.
15.02.070 Inspections.
All permitted work is subject to inspection. The Building Official may require exposure, demolition, or testing of work. Special inspections may be required when necessary under the California Building Standards Code.
15.02.080 Fees and cost recovery.
A. Valuation. The Building Official shall determine the valuation of construction work for the purpose of calculating permit and plan review fees. Valuation includes all construction work, finish work, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection systems, and permanent equipment.
B. Permit fees. Permit fees shall be assessed as set forth in the latest fee resolution adopted by the City Council. Permit valuation and fee calculation shall be determined by the Building Official.
C. Plan review fees. When plans or supporting documents are required, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submittal. Unless otherwise established by City Council resolution, the plan review fee shall be equal to eighty percent of the applicable permit fee. Additional plan review fees may be charged for incomplete plans, deferred submittals, revisions, or other circumstances requiring additional review.
D. Work without permit. When work requiring a permit is started before a permit is issued, the applicable permit fees may be increased up to four times the normal amount, as established by City Council resolution. Payment of increased fees does not relieve the applicant of compliance with this title or any applicable law.
E. Expired or withdrawn applications. Applications for which no permit is issued within one hundred eighty days may be canceled. Reinstatement or resubmittal shall require new plan review fees unless otherwise authorized by the Building Official under adopted fee schedules or policies.
F. Refunds. The Building Official may authorize refunds of fees paid in accordance with the latest City Council resolution. Refunds may include up to eighty percent of permit or plan review fees when no work has been performed or no review has occurred. Refund requests must be submitted in writing by the original payor within one hundred eighty days of fee payment.
15.02.090 Stop work orders.
The Building Official may issue a stop work order when work is performed in violation of a permit, this title, the California Building Standards Code, or any applicable law. Removal, destruction, or defacement of a posted stop work notice is a violation.
15.02.100 Violations and enforcement.
A violation of this title or the California Building Standards Code is subject to administrative citations, orders to correct, or other enforcement action authorized by law. The Building Official may require abatement of unsafe or unlawful conditions, and the City may recover all related enforcement and abatement costs.
Performing or causing work regulated by this title in violation of the California Building Standards Code, this title, or any permit or approval issued by the City is an unlawful act. The Building Official may issue notices of violation, orders to correct, and may require discontinuance of unlawful work or occupancy until compliance is achieved. Violations may be enforced as misdemeanors, infractions, or administrative citations pursuant to Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Section
1.04.020, in addition to any civil, administrative, or equitable remedies available to the City. The City may recover all enforcement, abatement, inspection, and legal costs to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Any violation of this title or the California Building Standards Code is a misdemeanor as provided in Section 1.04.020 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal
Code, unless otherwise classified by state law. This penalty is in addition to any administrative citation or civil remedy available to the City.
15.02.110 Appeals.
A. Appeals concerning the California Building Standards Code shall be heard by the Building Board of Appeals.
B. Appeals of notices or orders issued under the International Property Maintenance Code shall be heard by the Administrative Hearing Officer.
C. Appeal timelines, filing requirements, notices, and hearings shall be administered under this chapter.
15.02.115 Building Board of Appeals.
A. General. The Building Board of Appeals is hereby continued for the purpose of hearing and deciding appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Building Official relative to the application and interpretation of the California Building Standards Code and this title. The Board shall consist of five members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to building construction and who are not employees of the City. Members shall be appointed by the City Council and shall serve at its pleasure. The Building Official shall be an ex officio, nonvoting member and shall act as secretary to the Board.
The Board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business and shall render decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a copy to the Building Official.
B. Limitations of authority. The authority of the Building Board of Appeals is limited to determining whether the California Building Standards Code or rules legally adopted under it have been correctly interpreted, whether the provisions of the Code apply to the specific case, or whether an alternative method or material proposed by the appellant is at least the equivalent in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, and safety. The Board shall have no authority to waive any requirement of the Code.
C. Quorum. Three members shall constitute a quorum for conducting business.
Written notice of each meeting shall be provided to Board members not less than three days prior to the meeting unless waived in writing by all members.
D. Assistance. The Board may, subject to any limits established by City Council resolution, retain practicing architects, engineers, attorneys, or other qualified professionals to assist in evaluating technical matters under consideration.
15.02.120 Self certification program.
Licensed design professionals may self certify qualifying project types. The Building Official shall establish procedures and documentation requirements and may audit or revoke self certification privileges.
15.02.130 Construction site requirements.
A construction rules sign must be posted at all construction sites. The Building Official may require screening, shoring, drainage, or related protection.
Construction sites must remain safe and orderly at all times.
15.02.140 Definitions.
Definitions for Building Official, Applicant, Responsible Party, and Construction Protection Plan are provided for clarity in enforcement and administration.
15.02.150 Referenced codes.
The City adopts the California Building Standards Code as amended by this title, the local amendments contained in this ordinance, and the International Property Maintenance Code as adopted in Chapter 15.24.
15.02.160 Severability.
If any part of this chapter is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
CHAPTER 15.04
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE LOCAL AMENDMENTS
15.04.010 Adoption of the California Building Code.
The California Building Code, 2025 Edition (Title 24, Part 2 of the California Code of Regulations), including Appendices F, G, and J, is adopted by reference except as amended by this chapter. The California Building Code, as amended, shall constitute the Building Code of the City of Hermosa Beach. A copy of the code shall be maintained in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection.
For purposes of this chapter:
A. “Jurisdiction” means the City of Hermosa Beach.
B. “Building Official” means the Building and Code Enforcement Official, the Community Development Director, or their designee.
15.04.020 Local amendments to the California Building Code.
The provisions of the California Building Code are amended as set forth in this chapter based upon local climatic, geologic, and topographic conditions pursuant to Health and Safety Code sections 17958.5, 17958.7, and 18941.5, and as further supported by findings in Exhibit A of the ordinance adopting this chapter.
The sections below amend the corresponding California Building Code provisions.
15.04.1504.10 Roof deck surfaces.
(Amends CBC Section 1504.10)
Only those portions of a roof approved by the Building Official for use as deck space may be covered with walking or decking materials. All other roof portions shall be covered with standard roofing materials including rolled roofing, gravel, built up roofing, or composition roofing.
15.04.1505.1.2 Class A roof coverings required.
(Amends CBC Section 1505.1.2)
All structures shall be provided with a Class A roof covering assembly. Additions or reroofing of existing structures may match existing roof conditions if the reroof area does not exceed fifty percent of the total roof area and no more than fifty percent of the roof covering is replaced within any sixty month period.
15.04.903.2.13 Automatic sprinkler systems — Expansion of existing buildings. (Adds CBC Section 903.2.13)
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in an existing building when any of the following occur:
1. The expansion exceeds fifty percent of the existing gross floor area.
2. Fifty percent or more of the existing exterior framing is removed or replaced.
3. A sprinkler system is otherwise required by the California Building Code or other applicable law.
For purposes of this section, “exterior framing” includes exterior bearing walls, exterior shear walls, studs, posts, beams, and structural exterior members.
Replacement of cladding alone does not constitute exterior framing removal.
15.04.3306.10 Fencing and pedestrian protection.
(Adds CBC Section 3306.10)
A. Prior to issuance of a demolition or building permit, a pre demolition inspection shall verify sewer capping, temporary toilet placement, and confirmation of shutoff of electrical, water, and gas utilities.
B. Prior to commencement of work, protective fencing at least six feet in height with screening, or compliant wood fencing, shall be installed around all construction or demolition sites regardless of distance to property lines.
C. If scaffolding is used, the exterior face shall be fully screened using mesh, tarps, or equivalent material to control dust and debris.
D. A Pedestrian Protection Plan shall be approved prior to issuance of a building or demolition permit. The plan shall identify all required pedestrian protections or justify why protection is not required.
E. Any work affecting the public right of way shall require review and approval by the Public Works Department.
F. Violations of this section may result in permit suspension or revocation in addition to any other enforcement action available under this title.
These requirements also apply to any work where the Building Official determines pedestrian or property protection is needed.
15.04.3307.1 Protection of adjoining property.
(Amends CBC Section 3307.1)
The property owner and persons performing work shall protect adjoining and nearby property, structures, and persons from damage during construction, grading, excavation, shoring, sandblasting, remodeling, or demolition. Protection shall include safeguards for footings, foundations, party walls, chimneys, skylights, roofs, drainage, erosion control, and all improvements that may be affected.
A protective screen or barrier shall be installed at the start of work or as soon as feasible unless the Building Official determines such protection is not necessary or practical.
15.04.3307.2 Stop work authority.
(Amends CBC Section 3307.2)
The Building Official may order work stopped when construction has caused, is causing, or is likely to cause damage to adjacent property. Work shall not resume until necessary corrections are made and written authorization is provided.
15.04.3307.3 Damage to adjoining property.
If construction damages nearby property, the Building Official may withhold inspections and issue a stop work order until one of the following occurs:
1. Damage is repaired.
2. Repair work has begun and continues without delay.
3. The affected owner is compensated.
4. The parties reach an agreement and provide a copy to the City.
The City will not enforce or monitor private agreements.
15.04.3307.5 Notice to neighbors.
(Amends CBC Section 3307.5)
Written notice shall be provided at least five days before demolition, shoring, sandblasting, or work that may affect adjoining property, written notice must be provided to all owners and occupants within one hundred feet.
Proof of notice must be submitted in a form approved by the Building Official.
The notice must include the site address, dates and times of work, and contractor and owner contact information.
15.04.3307.6 Geotechnical certification.
(Amends CBC Section 3307.6)
A geotechnical report shall be provided prior to approval of temporary shoring, certifying that shoring has been installed in accordance with approved plans and identifying the time period for which the temporary shoring will remain stable.
All deputy inspections required by the California Building Code shall apply.
15.04.130 Assumption of risk for below grade construction.
(Adds CBC Appendix G Section G104.11) Appendix G of the California Building Code is amended by adding Section G104.11 to read:
G104.11 Acknowledgment of at risk for below grade construction.
Before issuing a permit for any building or structure with any portion located below street grade or below the minimum elevation standards of Appendix G, the Building Official shall require the owner to execute a written acknowledgment of risk on a City approved form. The acknowledgment shall confirm that the owner understands the potential for flooding, groundwater intrusion, or related hazards associated with below grade construction and agrees to comply with all requirements of Appendix G, the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code, and all applicable floodplain regulations. Execution of the acknowledgment does not authorize construction that is otherwise prohibited by law.
CHAPTER 15.06
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE LOCAL AMENDMENTS
15.06.010 Adoption.
The 2025 California Residential Code, including all appendices adopted by the City, is adopted by reference except as amended by this chapter. The Residential Code regulates detached one and two family dwellings and townhouses not more than three stories in height. Where the word jurisdiction appears, it shall mean the City of Hermosa Beach. Where the term building official appears, it shall mean the Building and Code Enforcement Official, the Director of Community Development, or their designee.
15.06.R105.1.1 Grading or excavation within a property.
Where grading or excavation may affect the stability of adjacent improvements, the Building Official may require engineered shoring. This requirement applies to any excavation that creates a risk to nearby structures, walls, foundations, utilities, or public property.
15.06.R302.1 Exterior walls.
Fire separation distance for exterior walls shall be measured to the nearest property line. The horizontal clear distance to the property line governs all separation requirements.
15.06.R1504.10 Roof deck surfaces.
Only roof areas specifically approved by the Building Official as deck space may be covered with walking or decking materials. All other roof areas shall be covered only with standard roofing materials including rolled roofing, gravel, built up roofing, or composition roofing.
15.06.R1505.1.2 Class A roof coverings required.
All structures regulated by the California Residential Code shall have a Class A roof covering assembly. Additions or reroofing may match existing roof coverings only when the reroof area does not exceed fifty percent of the total roof area and no more than fifty percent of the existing roof is replaced within any sixty month period.
15.06.R903.2.13 Automatic sprinkler systems. Expansion of existing buildings.
An automatic residential sprinkler system is required in an existing building when any of the following occur:
1. The expansion exceeds fifty percent of the existing gross floor area.
2. Fifty percent or more of the existing exterior framing is removed or replaced.
3. A sprinkler system is otherwise required under the California Residential Code or any applicable law.
Exterior framing includes exterior bearing walls, exterior shear walls, studs, posts, beams, and structural exterior members. Replacement of cladding alone is not considered framing removal.
15.06.R3306.10 Fencing and pedestrian protection.
Before issuance of a demolition permit or as required by the Building Official, a pre demolition inspection must verify sewer capping, utility shutoffs, and the placement of required temporary facilities. Protective fencing at least six feet in height with solid screening or compliant wood material shall be installed before work begins. Scaffolding shall be screened with mesh or similar material. A Pedestrian Protection Plan must be approved before permit issuance. Any work affecting the public right of way requires approval from the Public Works Department.
15.06.R3307.1 Protection of adjoining property. General.
The property owner and the person performing the work shall protect adjoining and nearby property and persons from damage during construction, remodeling, excavation, grading, shoring, sandblasting, or demolition work. Protection shall be provided for footings, foundations, party walls, chimneys, skylights, roofs, and other improvements. Measures shall be taken to control water runoff, erosion, debris, and dust. A protective screen or similar barrier must be installed between the site and adjoining property at the start of work or as soon as feasible unless the Building Official finds it impractical or unnecessary.
15.06.R3307.2 Authority to stop work.
The Building Official may stop work when construction has caused, is causing, or is likely to cause damage to adjacent or nearby property.
15.06.R3307.3 Damage to adjoining property.
If construction damages nearby property, the Building Official may withhold inspections and issue a stop work order until one of the following occurs:
1. Damage is repaired.
2. Repair work has begun and continues without delay.
3. The affected owner is compensated.
4. The parties reach an agreement and provide a copy to the City.
The City will not enforce or monitor private agreements.
15.06.R3307.5 Notice to neighbors.
At least five days before demolition, shoring, sandblasting, or work that may affect adjoining property, written notice must be provided to all owners and occupants within one hundred feet. Proof of notice must be submitted in a form approved by the Building Official. The notice shall include the project address, dates and hours of work, and contractor and owner contact information.
15.06.R3307.6 Geotechnical certification.
Temporary and permanent shoring requires certification from a geotechnical engineer confirming that installation complies with approved plans and identifying the expected duration of stability. All required deputy inspections and related code obligations apply.
15.06.RG104.11 Acknowledgment of risk for below grade construction.
For residential buildings located in flood hazard areas or where any portion of a structure is proposed below street grade, the Building Official shall require the owner to execute a written acknowledgment of risk on a City approved form. The acknowledgment shall confirm understanding of potential flooding, groundwater intrusion, or related hazards, and agreement to comply with all applicable floodplain regulations including Chapter 15.02, the California Residential Code, and all applicable laws. Execution of the acknowledgment does not authorize construction otherwise prohibited.
(Informational Only).
Local amendments to the 2025 California Residential Code in Chapter 15.06 align with local amendments to the 2025 California Building Code, ensuring consistency in requirements for roof coverings, site protection, adjoining property protection, notice, and shoring stability. These aligned amendments ensure uniform enforcement of safety and protection measures across residential and non residential construction.
CHAPTER 15.08
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE LOCAL AMENDMENTS
15.08.010 Adoption.
The 2025 California Electrical Code (Title 24, Part 3) is adopted by reference as the electrical code of the City except as amended in this chapter. A copy of the code shall be kept on file with the City Clerk for public inspection.
References in the California Electrical Code to “jurisdiction” mean the City of Hermosa Beach. References to “building official” mean the Building Official of the City or their designee.
15.08.020 Service disconnect location.
Section 230.70(A)(1) is amended to read:
Service disconnects shall be installed in an exterior location approved by the Building Official to allow safe access for emergency personnel. The disconnect shall be clearly identified and readily accessible.
15.08.030 Underground service requirements.
Electrical service undergrounding is required as follows:
1. New construction, including new primary structures and accessory structures where electrical service is being established.
2. Properties already served by underground service where panel upgrades, service replacements, or service relocations occur.
3. Any panel upgrade, including increases in amperage or relocation of the main service panel.
4. Where adjoining properties are undergrounded, any new or upgraded service shall also be placed underground to maintain consistency and reduce overhead conflicts.
5. Any new or upgraded service of two hundred amps or more shall be placed underground.
6. Undergrounding is required in all areas designated as Underground Utility Districts by the City, regardless of the scope of proposed electrical work.
7. For existing buildings, undergrounding is also required when expansion, remodeling, or improvement exceeds fifty percent of the existing structure valuation or gross floor area, consistent with Sections 15.02 and 15.04.
15.08.040 Undergrounding exceptions.
The undergrounding requirements of this chapter apply unless the Building Official approves an exception due to one or more of the following:
1. Physical constraints on the site.
2. Documented utility provider limitations.
3. Site infeasibility supported by engineering analysis.
4. Engineering conditions demonstrating that undergrounding cannot reasonably be achieved.
Exceptions must be documented in writing and kept with the permit file.
15.08.050 Right-of-way and permitting coordination.
Any trenching, conduit installation, or related electrical work proposed within the public right of way requires approval from the Public Works Department, including required permits, traffic control plans, trench and pavement restoration, and all applicable engineering requirements.
15.08.060 Required standards for electric vehicle charging equipment.
All electric vehicle supply equipment must comply with applicable safety and performance standards in the California Electrical Code, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, and Underwriters Laboratories. Installation must comply with Article 625 and all applicable provisions of the California Electrical Code.
This section supplements Chapter 15.30 and is read in conjunction with that chapter.
15.08.070 Temporary electrical service for construction sites.
A. Required.
Temporary electrical power is required on construction sites where permanent service is not yet available.
B. Restrictions.
Temporary power poles or temporary service equipment may not remain in place more than thirty days after substantial completion of the project. The Building Official may grant an extension only upon written request supported by site conditions.
C. Substitutions prohibited.
Generators may not be used in place of required temporary power poles except where specifically approved by the Building Official due to demonstrated necessity.
15.08.080 Violations.
Any violation of this chapter or the California Electrical Code as adopted is enforceable under Chapter 15.02, including administrative citations, orders to correct, permit suspension, stop work orders, and recovery of enforcement and inspection costs. Violations may also be prosecuted as misdemeanors pursuant to Section 1.04.020 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 15.10
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE LOCAL AMENDMENTS
15.10.010 Adoption.
The 2025 California Mechanical Code (Title 24, Part 4) is adopted by reference as the mechanical code of the City except as amended in this chapter. A copy of the code shall be kept on file with the City Clerk for public inspection.
References in the California Mechanical Code to “jurisdiction” mean the City of Hermosa Beach. References to “building official” mean the Building Official of the City or their designee.
15.10.020 Location of outdoor mechanical equipment.
Section 303.3 of the California Mechanical Code is amended to read:
All new or replacement outdoor mechanical equipment, including condensers and heat pumps, shall comply with all of the following:
1. The equipment must be set back a minimum of three feet from any property line unless a greater setback is required by zoning, building, or fire regulations.
2. The equipment must be screened, sound-attenuated, or otherwise located to ensure compliance with all City noise regulations.
3. The equipment must be placed to minimize impacts on neighboring properties, with consideration for noise, visibility, and operational effects.
4. The equipment must not obstruct required access, pathways, exits, or fire department access.
5. Installation must comply with manufacturer specifications and all applicable provisions of the California Mechanical Code, California Building Code, and California Energy Code.
15.10.030 Clearances and accessibility.
Outdoor mechanical equipment must maintain all clearances and working space required under the California Mechanical Code. The Building Official may require verification from a licensed mechanical contractor or engineer where installation presents potential safety concerns.
15.10.040 Rooftop installations.
A. Rooftop mechanical equipment must comply with structural load requirements, wind resistance requirements, and attachment methods in the California Mechanical Code and California Building Code.
B. Screening or shielding may be required where necessary to comply with zoning, noise, or public-view requirements.
C. All rooftop installations must provide safe and code-compliant access for maintenance personnel as required by the Mechanical Code.
15.10.050 Mechanical equipment noise and nuisance control.
Mechanical equipment must be installed, operated, and maintained so as not to create noise or vibration that violates Title 8 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code or creates conditions constituting a nuisance under Title 8 or Title 15.
15.10.060 Mechanical exhaust and environmental discharge.
Mechanical exhaust vents, termination points, and related systems must comply with the California Mechanical Code requirements for:
• minimum distances to property lines;
• required separation from openings;
• termination above grade;
• environmental air discharge;
• grease-laden vapor discharge (if applicable).
The Building Official may require adjusted locations where necessary to prevent impacts to adjacent properties based on local density and lot configurations.
15.10.070 Seismic anchorage.
Mechanical equipment required to be anchored for seismic resistance under the California Mechanical Code or California Building Code must comply with all applicable seismic design and anchorage requirements.
15.10.080 Violations.
Any violation of this chapter or the California Mechanical Code as adopted is enforceable under Chapter 15.02, including administrative citations, orders to correct, permit suspension, stop work orders, and recovery of enforcement and inspection costs. Violations may also be prosecuted as misdemeanors pursuant to Section 1.04.020 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 15.12
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE LOCAL AMENDMENTS
15.12.010 Adoption.
The 2025 California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) is adopted by reference as the plumbing code of the City except as amended by this chapter. A copy of the code shall be kept on file with the City Clerk for public inspection.
Whenever the California Plumbing Code refers to the “jurisdiction,” it means the City of Hermosa Beach. References to the “building official” mean the Building Official of the City or their designee.
15.12.020 ABS and PVC installations.
Section 701.2(2)(a) of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
ABS and PVC installations are limited to no more than two stories of areas of residential accommodation, provided the installations meet the following:
1. The installation shall be enclosed in assemblies with a one hour fire resistance rating composed of heavy lumber of minimum four by members or fire resistant drywall.
2. Where the installation passes through a story or fire rated assembly, a penetration firestop system shall be installed at such penetration in accordance with Section 302.4.1.2 of the California Residential Code.
15.12.030 Cleanouts.
Section 720.0 is amended to add:
Building sewers exceeding fifty feet in length or containing more than one hundred thirty five degrees of total bends shall be provided with additional cleanouts at locations approved by the Building Official.
15.12.040 Grease recovery – definitions.
Section 1014.1.1.1 is added to read:
For the purposes of Section 1014.1.3:
Affected establishment means any commercial or institutional food preparation or service facility that discharges wastewater containing fat, oil, or grease, whether emulsified or not, or substances that may solidify or become viscous at temperatures between 0 and 65 degrees Celsius. Examples include restaurants,