City of Manhattan Beach
1400 Highland Avenue
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
ELECTED OFFICIALS
Mayor Amy Thomas Howorth
Mayor Pro Tem David Lesser
Councilmember Joe Franklin
Councilmember Nina Trieu Tarnay
Councilmember Steve S. Charelian
Meeting Minutes - Final
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
6:00 PM
Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers and Zoom
City Council Regular Meeting
January 21, 2025City Council Regular Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final
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www.manhattanbeach.gov/departments/city-clerk/city-council-meetings-agendas-and-minutes CALL MEETING TO ORDERA.
Mayor Howorth called the meeting to order.
PLEDGE TO THE FLAGB.
Sofia and Atlas Carvel led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALLC.
Roll Call led by City Clerk Liza Tamura.
Mayor Howorth, Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, Councilmember Franklin, Councilmember Tarnay and Councilmember Charelian
Present: 5 -
January 21, 2025City Council Regular Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final CEREMONIAL CALENDARD.
1. 25-0001Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Steve Carvel for His Annual Assistance with the Coordination and Execution of the Annual Santa Float for the City of Manhattan Beach.
PRESENT
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Howorth presented a Certificate of Recognition to Paul Curry and Steve Carvel for their assistance with the coordination and execution of the yearly Santa Float for the City of Manhattan Beach.
2. 25-0002Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Local Realtor Brett Zebrowski for His Annual Contributions to the Community of Manhattan Beach by Sponsoring the Christmas Trees on the Pier.
PRESENT
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Howorth presented a Certificate of Recognition to local realtor Brett Zebrowski, for his annual contributions to the community of Manhattan Beach by sponsoring the Christmas Trees on the Pier.
3. 25-0003Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Tom Moffett for His Outstanding Dedication and Commitment in Preserving Pete Moffett’s Legacy of the Annual Skechers Fireworks Show in Manhattan.
PRESENT
Mayor Howorth announced that a Certificate of Recognition would be provided to Tom Moffett, who was unable to attend tonight’s meeting, for his dedication and committment to preserving Pete Moffett's legacy of the Annual Sketchers Fireworks Show.
4. 25-0052Presentation of a Proclamation to American Martyrs School Declaring January 26, 2025-February 1, 2025, as National Catholic Schools Week.
PROCLAIM
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Howorth presented a Proclamation to Principal Kris Knowles of American Martyrs School, declaring January 26, 2025, through February 1, 2025, as National Catholic Schools Week.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND WAIVER OF FULL READING OF ORDINANCESE.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, seconded by Councilmember Franklin, to approve the agenda and waive full reading of ordinances. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian5 - Nay: 0
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CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING EVENTS (1 MINUTE PER PERSON)
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Roundhouse Aquarium President John Roberts announced a free public lecture, “Talking Trash” with Dr. John Dorsey, at the Manhattan Beach Library on February 4, 2025, from 6:00 PM -7:00 PM.
Library Manager Josh Murray shared that the free Saturday Yoga Series, led by Petra Poschmann, will be held on January 25, February 1, and February 8, 2025, from 10:30 AM -11:30 AM.
Cultural Arts Supervisor Randy Niessen invited the public to the opening reception of the “Ripple Effect” exhibition at the Manhattan Beach Art Center on January 24, 2025, from 5:00 PM -7:00 PM.
Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce representative Maya Brewer announced a donation drive for the LA Fires, with a drop box located on Third Street and Redondo Avenue in Manhattan Beach.
Waste Management Recycling Education Representative Bobby Bell reported that they conducted their annual Gentle Shoe Drive in partnership with the Manhattan Beach Unified School District before winter break, collecting over 450 pairs of shoes for Soles for Souls, a nonprofit supporting local and global initiatives.
Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce Board Chair David Curry expressed thanks to Maya Brewer and Councilmember Tarnay for pivoting last week’s mixer at Eddie V’s into a fundraiser for the LA Fires. He also mentioned that planning for the 2025 State of the City is underway, with details to be announced soon.
Councilmember Tarnay announced the collection of specific items for families impacted by the LA Fires and the partnership with the YMCA in Pasadena for this drive.
January 21, 2025City Council Regular Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 MINUTES PER PERSON)G.
Mayor Howorth opened the floor to public comments. The following individual(s) spoke:
Chad Kroeger
JJ Parr
Michael Zislis
Unknown Speaker
John Warner
Police Chief Rachel Johnson
Peter Kim
Sylvie Gabriele
Seeing no further requests to speak, Mayor Howorth closed the floor to public comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR (APPROVE)H.
City Attorney Quinn Barrow stated that, since the consent calendar has already been approved, a motion to reconsider the approval of the agenda must be made first.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, seconded by Mayor Howorth, to reconsider the approval of the agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
Mayor Howorth clarified that, moving forward, if a City Councilmember wishes to pull an item from the consent calendar, it should be done at the beginning, when the entire agenda is approved.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, seconded by Councilmember Franklin, to approve the Consent Calendar with Agenda Item Nos. 9 and 10 being removed to be heard under Section I - Items Removed From the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
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5. 25-0004City Council Minutes:
This Item Contains Minutes of the Following City Council Meeting(s):
a) City Council Adjourned Regular Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2024
b) City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2024 c) City Council Special Meeting Minutes of December 30, 2024 d) City Council Special Meeting (Boards and Commissions Interviews) Minutes of January 14, 2025
(City Clerk Tamura).
APPROVE
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
6. 25-0056
Financial Report:
a) Schedule of Demands: December 2024
b) Investment Portfolio Report: November 2024
c) Month End Financial Reports: November 2024
(No Budget Impact) (Interim Finance Director Jones).
ACCEPT REPORT AND DEMANDS
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
7. 25-0006
Consideration of:
a) A Resolution Declaring the Intention to Provide for Annual Levy and Collection of Assessments for the North Manhattan Beach Business Improvement District and Setting February 18, 2025, for a Public Hearing; and
b) Ratification of the 2025-2026 Business Improvement District Advisory Board Members (No Budget Impact) (City Manager Mirzakhanian).
A) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0001
B) RATIFY ADVISORY BOARD
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
8. 25-0005
Declaration of Proclamations for the Following:
a) January 6, 2025, as National Technology Day
b) January 9, 2025, as National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day c) January 2025, as National Blood Donor Month.
PROCLAIM
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
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9. 25-0008Consideration of an Ordinance and Resolution to Establish a $17 Processing Fee to Support the City’s Regulation of Businesses (No Budget Impact) (Interim Finance Director Jones).
A) INTRODUCE ORDINANCE NO. 25-0001
B) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0002
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar and heard under Section I - Items Removed from the Consent Calendar.
10. 25-0053
Consideration of a Resolution for the City of Manhattan Beach 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) (No Budget Impact) (Interim Fire Chief Lang).
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0011
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar and heard under Section I - Items Removed from the Consent Calendar.
11. 25-0009
Consideration of a Resolution Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in the Amount of $87,000 for Additional Design Services for the Manhattan Beach Dominguez Channel Stormwater Infiltration Project and Approval of a Reappropriation in the Amount of $87,000 (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
A) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0003
B) REAPPROPRIATE FUNDS
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
12. 25-0011
Consideration of a Resolution to Reappropriate Funds in the Amount of $318,000 and Increase the Construction Contingency on the Construction Agreement with Gentry General Engineering, Inc. by $299,981.97 for the Manhattan Village Senior Villas ADA Pathway Project (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
A) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0005
B) REAPPROPRIATE FUNDS
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
13. 25-0012
Consideration of a Resolution to Accept a Grant of Easement Deed and Temporary Construction Easement Deed for the Property at 1800 Rosecrans Avenue (APN 4138017016) for the Aviation Boulevard Sidewalk Gap Project (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0006
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
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14. 25-0013Consideration of a Resolution Making a Determination that the Cycle 2 Street Resurfacing Project at Marine Avenue and 14th Streets Qualifies for a Categorical Exemption Pursuant to Section 15301 Class 1(c) of the State CEQA Guidelines; Approving the Plans and Specifications; and Awarding a Construction Agreement to Sequel Contractors, Inc. for $1,813,236, Including Contingency (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0007
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
15. 25-0014
Consideration of a Resolution to Increase the Contingency Amount on the Construction Agreement with RAMCO General Engineering Contractors, Inc. by $15,502.15 for the Ceramic Studios Renovation Kiln Installation Project and Accept as Complete the Work Performed by RAMCO Engineering Construction, Inc. (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
A)
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0008
B) ACCEPT
C) AUTHORIZE
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
16. 25-0015Consideration of a Resolution Approving Amendment No. 2 to the Maintenance Services Agreement with Pacific Coast Elevator Corporation dba Amtech Elevator Services for Elevator and Escalator Maintenance Services Increasing the Agreement by $300,000 for a Total Cost Not-to-Exceed $674,900 (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0009
The recommendation for this item was approved on the Consent Calendar.
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9. 25-0008Consideration of an Ordinance and Resolution to Establish a $17 Processing Fee to Support the City’s Regulation of Businesses (No Budget Impact) (Interim Finance Director Jones).
A) INTRODUCE ORDINANCE NO. 25-0001
B) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0002
Councilmember Charelian provided he had a couple of questions for City Attorney Quinn Barrow regarding the item.
City Attorney Barrow and Financial Services Manager Libby Bretthauer responded to City Council questions.
Mayor Howorth opened the floor to public comments.
Seeing no requests to speak, Mayor Howorth closed the floor to public comments.
City Manager Talyn Mirzakhanian responded to City Council questions.
A motion was made by Mayor Howorth, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, to introduce Ordinance No. 25-0001, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Manhattan Beach, California imposing a fee to support the City’s Regulation of Businesses. The motion carried by the following vote:
City Attorney Barrow read the title for Ordinance No. 25-0001:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIFORNIA IMPOSING A FEE TO SUPPORT
THE CITY’S REGULATION OF BUSINESSES
Aye: 4 - Howorth, Lesser, Tarnay and Charelian
Nay: 1 - Franklin
A motion was made by Mayor Howorth, seconded by Councilmember Tarnay, to adopt Resolution No. 25-0002, a resolution of the Manhattan Beach City Council imposing a $17 fee to support the City’s regulation of businesses. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Howorth, Lesser, Tarnay and Charelian
Nay: 1 - Franklin
I. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
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10. 25-0053Consideration of a Resolution for the City of Manhattan Beach 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) (No Budget Impact) (Interim Fire Chief Lang).
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0011
Councilmember Franklin stated that he pulled the item to thank staff for their hard work on the 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and to explore ways to increase public involvement, including the possibility of a workshop to be discussed as a future agenda item.
Interim Fire Chief Michael Lang responded to City Council questions.
Mayor Howorth opened the floor to public comments.
Seeing no requests to speak, Mayor Howorth closed the floor to public comments.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, seconded by Councilmember Charelian, to adopt Resolution No. 25-0011, a resolution of the Manhattan Beach City Council adopting the 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP).
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
City Manager Talyn Mirzakhanian expressed gratitude to Emergency Preparedness Administrator Amanda MacLennan and the Fire Department for their hard work on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and announced that other jurisdictions are now using our document as a model for their own plans.
January 21, 2025City Council Regular Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final PUBLIC HEARINGSJ.
17. 25-0017Conduct a Public Hearing to Consider a Master Use Permit Amendment and Coastal Development Permit to Modify the Established Size Limitations Applicable to Specific Land Uses, Including Eating and Drinking Establishments, Within an Existing Commercial Development (Metlox) Located at 451 Manhattan Beach Boulevard (No Budget Impact) (Acting Community Development Director Heise).
(Estimate Time: 1 Hr.)
A) CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING
B) CONSIDER DIRECTING STAFF TO DRAFT A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE MASTER USE PERMIT AMENDMENT AND
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
Acting Community Development Director Heise introduced Associate Planner Tari Kuvhenguhwa who provided the PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Howorth introduced Tolkin Group Principal Jonathan Tolkin who provided a brief presentation.
Associate Planner Kuvhenguhwa, City Manager Talyn Mirzakhanian and Tolkin Group Principal Tolkin responded to City Council questions.
Mayor Howorth opened the floor to the public hearing. The following individual(s) spoke:
Dana McFarland
Jill Lamkin
Kyle Ransford
Ron Koch
Petro Benekos
Jim Burton
Jonathan Nichols
Seeing no further requests to speak, Mayor Howorth closed the floor to the public hearing.
City Manager Mirzakhanian and City Attorney Quinn Barrow responded to City Council questions.
A motion was made by Mayor Howorth, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, to direct staff to draft a resolution approving the Master Use Permit Amendment and Coastal Development Permit. It was stated that, any new restaurant or restaurant expansion would require a separate Use Permit for alcohol sales.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
January 21, 2025City Council Regular Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final At 8:21 PM, the City Council recessed and reconvened at 8:38 PM with all City Councilmembers present.
18. 25-0018Conduct a Public Hearing Regarding the Proposed Use of Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG) for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 as Required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the Allocation of CDBG Funds (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
(Estimated Time: 15 Mins.)
A) CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING
B) ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0010
Public Works Director Erick Lee introduced Senior Civil Engineer Marzena Laskowska who provided the PowerPoint presentation.
Senior Civil Engineer Laskowska and Public Works Director Lee responded to City Council questions.
Mayor Howorth opened the floor to the public hearing. The following individual(s) spoke:
Stefan Kampe
Seeing no further requests to speak, Mayor Howorth closed the floor to the public hearing.
CDBG Consultant Tina Gull and Public Works Director Lee responded to City Council questions.
A motion was made by Councilmember Franklin, seconded by Councilmember Tarnay, to adopt Resolution No. 25-0010, a resolution of the Manhattan Beach City Council authorizing the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
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19. 25-0016Lot 3 Parking Structure Local Emergency Update (Unbudgeted) (Public Works Director Lee).
A) DETERMINE THAT THERE IS A NEED TO CONTINUE THE
EMERGENCY ACTION
B) ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING DEVIATIONS FROM
ANY APPLICABLE PROVISIONS OF THE MANHATTAN
BEACH LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM
C) DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ABOUT
CONSTRUCTING A REFUSE ENCLOSURE WITHIN THE
INTERIM PARKING LOT
General Business Item No. 19 occurred after General Business Item No. 20.
20. 25-0054Appointments to Parking and Public Improvements Commission Seat No. 2, Cultural Arts Commission Seat No. 5 and Library Commission Seat No. 3 (No Budget Impact) (City Clerk Tamura).
(Estimated Time: 30 Mins.)
APPOINT
Mayor Howorth introduced Deputy City Clerk Breana Contreras who provided the PowerPoint presentation and a brief background regarding the item.
Mayor Howorth opened the floor to public comments.
Seeing no requests to speak, Mayor Howorth closed the floor to public comments.
Deputy City Clerk Contreras conducted the Boards and Commissions appointment process.
The following appointments were unanimously made:
Parking and Public Improvements Commission
Seat No. 2 (Member-At-Large): Gita O’Neill
Library Commission
Seat No. 3 (Member-At-Large): Jacquelyn Chou
Cultural Arts Commission
Seat No. 5 (Member-At-Large): Dana Torrey
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19. 25-0016Lot 3 Parking Structure Local Emergency Update (Unbudgeted) (Public Works Director Lee).
A) DETERMINE THAT THERE IS A NEED TO CONTINUE THE
EMERGENCY ACTION
B)
ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING DEVIATIONS FROM
ANY APPLICABLE PROVISIONS OF THE MANHATTAN
BEACH LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM
C) DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ABOUT
CONSTRUCTING A REFUSE ENCLOSURE WITHIN THE
INTERIM PARKING LOT
Public Works Director Erick Lee introduced Principal Civil Engineer Jeff Fijalka who provided the PowerPoint presentation.
Principal Civil Engineer Fijalka and Public Works Director Lee responded to City Council questions.
Mayor Howorth opened the floor to public comments. The following individual(s) spoke:
Jill Lamkin
Kyle Ransford
Stefan Kampe
Ron Koch
Jim Burton
Rachel Benson
Seeing no further requests to speak, Mayor Howorth closed the floor to public comments.
Principal Civil Engineer Fijalka, City Manager Talyn Mirzakhanian, City Attorney Quinn Barrow, Acting Community Development Director Ryan Heise, Interim Finance Director Onyx Jones responded to City Council questions.
A motion was made by Mayor Howorth, seconded by Councilmember Charelian, to direct staff to construct a refuse enclosure within the interim parking lot and to explore potential cost recovery options for its use. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, seconded by Councilmember Franklin, to determine the need to continue the emergency action related to Parking Structure Lot 3. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
January 21, 2025City Council Regular Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final Principal Civil Engineer Fijalka and City Attorney Barrow responded to City Council questions.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Lesser, seconded by Councilmember Franklin, to adopt a resolution authorizing deviations from any applicable provisions of the Manhattan Beach Local Coastal Program necessary to facilitate the construction of the interim parking lot. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Howorth, Lesser, Franklin, Tarnay and Charelian Nay: 0
CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS AND REPORTS INCLUDING AB 1234 REPORTSL.
None.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMSM.
Councilmember Franklin requested to agendize a discussion on emergency shelter solutions within the City. Mayor Howorth concurred.
Mayor Howorth requested to agendize a discussion on the process of selecting commissioners. Mayor Pro Tem Lesser concurred.
CITY MANAGER REPORTN.
None.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORTO.
None.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMSP.
21. 25-0020Agenda Forecast (City Clerk Tamura).
INFORMATION ITEM ONLY
This item was received and filed by order of the Chair.
22. 25-0060Commission Minutes:
This Item Contains the Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting Minutes of August 22, 2024 (Acting Community Development Director Heise).
INFORMATION ITEM ONLY
This item was received and filed by order of the Chair.
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