Tuesday, February 4, 2025
6:00 PM
City Council Chambers and Zoom
City Council Regular Meeting
Regular Meeting
EXECUTIVE TEAM
City Manager Talyn Mirzakhanian
City Attorney Quinn Barrow
MISSION STATEMENT:
Our mission is to provide excellent municipal services, preserve our small beach town character, and enhance the quality of life for our residents, businesses and visitors.
City Clerk Liza Tamura
Interim Finance Director Onyx Jones
Human Resources Lisa Jenkins
Parks and Recreation Mark Leyman
Police Chief Rachel Johnson
Interim Fire Chief Michael Lang
Acting Community Development Director Ryan Heise
Public Works Director Erick Lee
Information Technology Director Miguel Guardado
ELECTED OFFICIALS
Mayor Amy Thomas Howorth
Mayor Pro Tem David Lesser
Councilmember Joe Franklin
Councilmember Nina Trieu Tarnay
Councilmember Steve S. Charelian
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda MANHATTAN BEACH’S CITY COUNCIL WELCOMES YOU!
Meetings are broadcast live through Manhattan Beach Local Community Cable, Channel 8 (Spectrum), Channel 35 (Frontier), live streaming via the City's website, and via Zoom (Direct URL:
https://citymb-info.zoom.us/j/93376200363, Meeting ID: 933 7620 0363).
The City continues to offer an opportunity to participate in City Council meetings via Zoom and in-person. City Council encourages the public to participate by submitting comments in advance of the meeting, no later than 12:00 PM, February 4, 2025 (the day of the meeting), via:
1) eComment at http://www.manhattanbeach.gov/ecomment or 2) Email to [email protected]
All of your comments provided by the deadlines above will be available to the City Council and the public prior to the meeting.
Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on this agenda are available for review on the City's website at www.manhattanbeach.gov, the Police Department located at 420 15th Street, and are also on file in the Office of the City Clerk for public inspection. Any person who has any question concerning any agenda item may call the City Clerk's office at (310) 802-5056.
In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 802-5056 (voice) or (310) 546-3501 (TDD).
Notification 36 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City also provides closed captioning of all its Regular City Council Meetings for the hearing impaired.
CERTIFICATION OF MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA POSTING
I, Liza Tamura, City Clerk of the City of Manhattan Beach, California, state under penalty of perjury that this notice/agenda was posted on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, on the City's Website and on the bulletin boards of City Hall, Joslyn Community Center and Manhattan Heights.
BELOW ARE THE AGENDA ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED. THE RECOMMENDED
COUNCIL ACTION IS LISTED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE TITLE OF EACH ITEM IN BOLD CAPITAL LETTERS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CITY COUNCIL MAY ACT ON ANY ITEM LISTED ON THE AGENDA.
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
B. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
Dylan Black, Manhattan Beach Middle School
C. ROLL CALL
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda D. CEREMONIAL CALENDAR
1. 25-0071Presentation 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 (Continued from the January 21, 2025, City Council Meeting).
PRESENT
Certificate of RecognitionCertificate of RecognitionAttachments:
2. 25-0057Presentation of 2024 Recognition Awards for Longstanding Local Businesses (No Budget Impact) (Interim Finance Director Jones).
PRESENT
PowerPoint PresentationPowerPoint PresentationAttachments:
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND WAIVER OF FULL READING OF ORDINANCES This is the time for the City Council to:
(a) notify the public of any changes to the agenda;
(b) remove items from the consent calendar for individual consideration; or (c) rearrange the order of the agenda.
MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA AND WAIVE FULL READING
F. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING EVENTS (1 MINUTE PER PERSON)
City Councilmembers and community organization representatives may inform the public about upcoming events.
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda G. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 MINUTES PER PERSON)
Speakers may provide public comments on any matter that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, including items on the agenda. The Mayor may determine whether an item is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow City Council to take action on any item not on the agenda.
The City Council encourages the public to participate by submitting comments in advance of the meeting, no later than 12:00 PM, February 4, 2025 (the day of the meeting), via:
1) eComment at http://www.manhattanbeach.gov/ecomment or 2) Email to [email protected]
All of your comments provided by the deadlines above will be available to the City Council and the public prior to the meeting.
IN PERSON PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Please complete the "Request to Address the City Council" card by filling out your name, city of residence, the item(s) you would like to offer public comment, and returning it to the City Clerk.
ZOOM PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
1) Join Zoom Meeting via the internet:
Direct URL: https://citymb-info.zoom.us/j/93376200363, Meeting ID: 933 7620 0363 During the meeting you will need to use the “raise hand” button through Zoom at the time the Agenda Item is being presented for City Council consideration.
2) Join Zoom Meeting via Phone Conference (Voice Only):
Phone Number: (669) 900-6833, Meeting ID: 933 7620 0363 During the meeting you will need to enter *9 on the phone’s dial pad at to activate the "raise hand" button at the time the Agenda Item is being presented for City Council consideration.
Please note, the City is not responsible for the public’s use of Zoom as it relates to the software, configuration, and setting on a personal device. The public is encouraged to visit the Zoom website for information on use of this software. The City’s use of Zoom is consistent with the platform features and functions as described on the Zoom web
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda H. CONSENT CALENDAR (APPROVE)
Items on the Consent Calendar are routine and customary items and are enacted by a single motion with the exception of items previously removed by a member of the City Council during "Approval of the Agenda" for individual consideration. Any items removed shall be individually considered immediately after taking action on the Consent Calendar.
3. 25-0022City Council Minutes:
This Item Contains Minutes of the Following City Council Meeting(s):
a) City Council Special Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2025 b) City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2025 (City Clerk Tamura).
APPROVE
City Council Special Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2025City Council Special Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2025City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2025 Attachments:
4. 25-0079Declaration of Proclamations for the Following:
a) February 18 - 24, 2025, as National Engineers Week
b) February 2025, as Black History Month.
PROCLAIM
Proclamation - National Engineers WeekProclamation - National Engineers Week Proclamation - Black History MonthProclamation - Black History Month Attachments:
5. 25-0023Consideration of a Resolution Adopting the 2025 Legislative Platform (No Budget Impact) (City Manager Mirzakhanian).
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0013
Resolution No. 25-0013Resolution No. 25-0013
Proposed 2025 Legislative Platform (Redline)Proposed 2025 Legislative Platform (Redline) Proposed 2025 Legislative Platform (Final)Proposed 2025 Legislative Platform (Final) Attachments:
6. 25-0024Consideration of the Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance to Establish a $17 Fee to Support the City’s Regulation of Businesses (No Budget Impact) (Interim Finance Director Jones).
ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 25-0001
Ordinance No. 25-0001Ordinance No. 25-0001
Staff Report - January 21, 2025Staff Report - January 21, 2025 Attachments:
7. 25-0062Consideration of Approving a Comprehensive Citywide Salary Schedule for all City Positions and Adjustments to Salary Ranges (No Budget Impact) (Human Resources Director Jenkins).
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0014
Resolution No. 25-0014Resolution No. 25-0014
City of Manhattan Beach Salary ScheduleCity of Manhattan Beach Salary Schedule Attachments:
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda
8. 25-0059Approve Amended Size of the Shark Mural and Allocate $18,000 from the Public Art Fund (Partially Budgeted) (Parks and Recreation Director Leyman).
A) APPROVE
B) ALLOCATE ADDITIONAL FUNDS
Shark Mural RenderingShark Mural Rendering
Artist AgreementArtist Agreement
Agreement - Los Angeles County (2024)Agreement - Los Angeles County (2024) Attachments:
9. 25-0063Consideration of Resolutions Approving Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. for $321,800 and Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement with Z&K Consultants, Inc. for $708,384 for Project Management Consulting Services to Support the Delivery of Capital Improvement Projects (Unbudgeted) (Public Works Director Lee).
A) ADOPT RESOLUTION NOS. 25-0017 AND 25-0018
B) AUTHORIZE
Resolution No. 25-0017Resolution No. 25-0017
Resolution No. 25-0018Resolution No. 25-0018
Amendment No. 4 - Ardurra Group, IncAmendment No. 4 - Ardurra Group, Inc Amendment No. 4 - Z&K Consultants, Inc.Amendment No. 4 - Z&K Consultants, Inc.
Agreement and Amendment Nos. 1-3 - Ardurra Group, Inc.Agreement and Amendment Nos. 1-3 - Ardurra Group, Inc.
Agreement and Amendment Nos. 1-3 - Z&K Consultants, Inc.Agreement and Amendment Nos. 1-3 - Z&K Consultants, Inc.
Attachments:
10. 25-0026Lot 3 Parking Structure Local Emergency Update (Unbudgeted) (Public Works Director Lee).
DETERMINE THAT THERE IS A NEED TO CONTINUE THE
EMERGENCY ACTION
Resolution No. 24-0105Resolution No. 24-0105
Location MapLocation Map
Attachments:
I. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Each speaker may speak for up to 2 minutes on each item pulled from the agenda.
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
At the discretion of the Mayor, each speaker may speak for up to 3 minutes on each public hearing item.
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda K. GENERAL BUSINESS
Each speaker may speak for up to 2 minutes on each general business item.
11. 25-0027Consideration of Polliwog Park Dog Run Proposal (No Budget Impact) (Parks and Recreation Director Leyman).
(Estimated Time: 30 Mins.)
APPROVE
Polliwog Dog Run Design by David Volz DesignPolliwog Dog Run Design by David Volz Design Estimate of Probable Costs by David Volz DesignEstimate of Probable Costs by David Volz Design Survey ResultsSurvey Results
Power Point PresentationPower Point Presentation
Attachments:
12. 25-0072Consideration of a Request from Waste Management to Adjust Solid Waste Diversion Requirements in the City’s Franchise Agreement for Integrated Solid Waste Management Services (No Budget Impact) (Public Works Director Lee).
(Estimated Time: 30 Mins.)
REVIEW AND PROVIDE DIRECTION
Letter from Waste Management (July 15, 2024)Letter from Waste Management (July 15, 2024) Agreement - Waste Management Franchise (Web-Link Provided)Agreement - Waste Management Franchise (Web-Link Provided) PowerPoint PresentationPowerPoint Presentation
Attachments:
13. 25-0029Consideration of a Resolution Approving Participation in Clean Power Alliance’s Reach Code Program for Building and Transportation Electrification and Grant Funding Opportunity, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement (No Budget Impact) (Acting Community Development Director Ryan Heise).
(Estimated Time: 30 Mins.)..Body
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-0016
Resolution No. 25-0016Resolution No. 25-0016
Agreement - Clean Power Alliance Reach CodeAgreement - Clean Power Alliance Reach Code PowerPoint PresentationPowerPoint Presentation
Attachments:
14. 25-0030Discussion of Existing Rear Yard Setback Regulations for Accessory Structures in Single-Family Residential Zones (No Budget Impact) (Acting Community Development Director Heise).
(Estimated Time: 30 Mins.)
DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION
Existing Ordinance (MBMC Section 10.52.050)Existing Ordinance (MBMC Section 10.52.050) PowerPoint PresentationPowerPoint Presentation
Attachments:
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda
15. 25-0032Consideration of the Parking and Public Improvements Commission’s Recommendation to Approve Initial Traffic Calming Measures for Valley Drive and Ardmore Avenue Between 1st Street and 10th Place (Partially Budgeted) (Acting Community Development Director Heise). (Estimated Time: 1 Hr.)
APPROVE
PPIC Staff Report with Exhibits – December 5, 2024PPIC Staff Report with Exhibits – December 5, 2024 PPIC Draft Minutes – December 5, 2024PPIC Draft Minutes – December 5, 2024 Recommended Initial Traffic Calming Measures MapRecommended Initial Traffic Calming Measures Map Correspondence Received After Posting for 12-05-2024 PPIC Meeting.pdfCorrespondence Received After Posting for 12-05-2024 PPIC Meeting.pdf Attachments:
L. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS AND REPORTS INCLUDING AB 1234 REPORTS In addition to providing reports of meetings and conferences attended by Councilmembers in connection with their official duties at City expense as required by AB 1234, Councilmembers requested at a previous City Council meeting that the following item(s) be placed on the agenda for discussion.
16. 25-0076City Council AB 1234 Reports.
RECEIVE AND FILE
17. 25-0080Consideration of a Request by Councilmember Franklin and Mayor Howorth to Place on a Future Agenda a Discussion Regarding Emergency Shelter Solutions in the City (City Manager Mirzakhanian).
DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION
18. 25-0081Consideration of a Request by Mayor Howorth and Mayor Pro Tem Lesser to Place on a Future Agenda a Discussion Regarding the Selection Process for the City’s Board and Commission Seats (City Manager Mirzakhanian).
DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION
M. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmembers may request that items be placed on a future agenda with the concurrence of one other Councilmember.
N. CITY MANAGER REPORT
O. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda P. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
This section is for items that do not require City Council action.
19. 25-0033Agenda Forecast (City Clerk Tamura).
INFORMATION ITEM ONLY
20. 25-0073Commission Minutes:
This Item Contains Minutes of the following City Commission Meetings:
a) Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting Minutes of October 24, 2024 (Acting Community Development Director Heise) b) Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2024 (Acting Community Development Director Heise).
INFORMATION ITEM ONLY
Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting Minutes of October 24, 2024
Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting Minutes of October 24, 2024
Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2024
Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2024
Attachments:
21. 25-0061Recent Planning Commission Quasi-Judicial Decision:
Master Use Permit Amendment to Allow for the Sale and Service of Distilled Spirits in Addition to the Existing Beer and Wine Sales and Service in Conjunction with Food Service at an Existing Eating and Drinking Establishment Located at 1112 Manhattan Avenue (Hook & Plow) (Acting Community Development Director Heise).
INFORMATION ITEM ONLY
Q. CLOSED SESSION
R. ADJOURNMENT
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda S. FUTURE MEETINGS
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
February 11, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - Work Plan Meeting February 18, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting March 4, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting March 11, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - Outdoor Dining Study Session March 18, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting April 1, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting April 15, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting May 6, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting May 13, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - Budget Study Session May 20, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting May 27, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - Budget Study Session June 3, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting June 17, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting July 1, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting July 15, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting August 5, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting (City Council Reorganization) August 19, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting September 2, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting September 16, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting October 7, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting October 21, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting November 4, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting November 18, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting December 2, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting December 16, 2025 - Tuesday -- 6:00 PM - City Council Meeting
February 4, 2025FinalCity Council Regular Meeting Agenda
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS
February 10, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Library Commission Meeting February 12, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting February 17, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Cultural Arts Commission Meeting (Rescheduled to February 19, 2025) February 19, 2025 - Wednesday - 4:00 PM - Cultural Arts Commission Meeting (Rescheduled from February 17, 2025)
February 20, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting February 24, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting February 28, 2025 - Thursday - 4:00 PM - Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting March 10, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Library Commission Meeting March 12, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting March 17, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Cultural Arts Commission Meeting March 24, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting March 26, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting March 27, 2025 - Thursday - 4:00 PM - Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting April 9, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting April 14, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Library Commission Meeting April 21, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Cultural Arts Commission Meeting April 23, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting April 24, 2025 - Thursday - 4:00 PM - Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting April 28, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting May 12, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Library Commission Meeting May 14, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting May 19, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Cultural Arts Commission Meeting May 22, 2025 - Thursday - 4:00 PM - Parking and Public Improvements Commission Meeting May 26, 2025 - Monday - 4:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting May 28, 2025 - Wednesday - 3:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting T. CITY OFFICES CLOSED
CITY HOLIDAYS:
February 17, 2025 - Monday - Presidents Day
May 26, 2025 – Monday – Memorial Day
July 4, 2024 - Thursday - Independence Day
September 1, 2025 - Monday - Labor Day
October 13, 2025 – Monday – Columbus Day
November 11, 2025 – Tuesday – Veterans Day
November 27-28, 2024 - Thursday & Friday - Thanksgiving Holiday December 24, 2025 - Wednesday - Christmas Eve (City Hall Closes at 12:00 PM) December 25, 2025 - Thursday - Christmas Day Observed
December 31, 2025 - Wednesday - New Year's Eve (City Hall Closes at 12:00 PM) January 1, 2026 – Thursday – New Years Day Observed
January 19, 2026 – Monday – Martin Luther King Day