“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” Consideration of the City’s Plans to Celebrate America’s 250thAnniversaryMarch 17, 2026 2CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.”
BACKGROUND
MARCH 17, 2026CONSIDERATION OF THE CITY’S PLANS TO CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250THANNIVERSARY •At the February 3, 2026 City Council meeting, the City Council requested that staff explore programming ideas to commemorate America’s 250th Anniversary.
3CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.” •July 5, 2026 Salute to the Troops/Concerts in the Park Enhancements•Tiger Squadron Flyover•Participation by Historical and Patriotic OrganizationsºSons of the American RevolutionºDaughters of the American Revolution•Manhattan Beach Boulevard ParadeºCostºLogistical challenges•Staff Resources and Event Coordination Needs
DISCUSSION IDEAS
MARCH 17, 2026CONSIDERATION OF THE CITY’S PLANS TO CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250THANNIVERSARY
4CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.”
DISCUSSION IDEAS
MARCH 17, 2026CONSIDERATION OF THE CITY’S PLANS TO CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250THANNIVERSARY •Commemorative City Lapel Pin•America 250 Poster Contest•American Flag Light Pole Banners•Existing Flag Locations•Polliwog Park Amphitheater•Additional Installations•Water Tower Logo•Estimated Cost and Timeline•Alternative Option•Ferris Wheel in Lower Pier Parking Lot•Mobile American History Exhibit
5CITY OFMANHATTAN BEACH“Note: This PowerPoint presentation is intended solely as a visual aid to an oral staff presentation of an agenda report topic. In the event of any differences between the presentation and the agenda report, the information in the agenda report prevails.”
CONCLUSION
MARCH 17, 2026CONSIDERATION OF THE CITY’S PLANS TO CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250THANNIVERSARY •Staff seeks direction on America’s 250thAnniversary plans and funding considerationsºIf the City Council directs staff to pursue some or all of these concepts, staff anticipates that a portion of the costs could be offset through community sponsorships and fundraising efforts from residents and local businesses.