Administrative
Report
H.15., File # 25-0231 Meeting Date: 2/18/2025
To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
From: ELIZABETH HAUSE, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
TITLE
APPROVE A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE SOUTH BAY BOARDRIDER'S CLUB FOR USE
OF THE HISTORIC LIBRARY IN VETERANS PARK FOR A CANDIDATE FORUM TO BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 20, 2025
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On January 24th, the City received an inquiry from the Easy Reader about the possibility of hosting a candidate forum in February at the Redondo Beach Historic Library in Veterans Park. On January 31 st, it was confirmed that the South Bay Boardrider’s Club (SBBC), a not-for-profit and non-partisan group, would host the forum. The City will provide use of the facility at no charge and, in exchange, SBBC will pay for all set-up and program expenses and host the forum free of charge to the public. It is recommended that the City Council approve the attached License Agreement with SBBC.
BACKGROUND
The City of Redondo Beach has historically supported efforts to foster community engagement during elections, recognizing the benefits of promoting informed participation and transparency. On January 24, 2025, the City was contacted by the Easy Reader regarding the potential of holding a candidate forum in February at the Redondo Beach Historic Library in Veterans Park. By January 31, 2025 it was confirmed that the South Bay Boardriders Club (SBBC), a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization, would serve as the event host.
The event is scheduled for February 20, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The City will provide use of the facility at no cost, while SBBC will be responsible for covering all setup and program-related expenses. Additionally, SBBC will provide the City with appropriate indemnification and a release of liability, ensuring compliance with all insurance and legal requirements. The forum will be hosted free of charge to the public.
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the attached License Agreement with SBBC.
COORDINATION
The Community Services Department coordinated the administrative report. The License Agreement was prepared by the City Attorney’s Office.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of the recommended license. The licensee,
H.15., File # 25-0231 Meeting Date: 2/18/2025
SBBC, will incur all costs associated with the installation and operation of the event.
APPROVED BY:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS
· Agmt - License Agreement for Special Event Services between the City of Redondo Beach and South Bay Boardrider’s Club