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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 10, 2025
H.15 APPROVE THE BUSINESS LICENSE TAX WAIVER APPLICATION EXEMPTING VENDORS
PARTICIPATING IN THE CITY'S JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION AND REDONDO BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING KICK-OFF EVENT, SCHEDULED ON JUNE 14, 2025, FROM COMPLIANCE WITH THE BUSINESS LICENSE TAX RATES ESTABLISHED IN REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 6-1.22, AS PER SECTION 6-1.08 OF THE
REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
CONTACT: JANE CHUNG, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
• UPDATED BUSINESS LICENSE WAIVER APPLICATION
APPLICATION FOR WAIVER OF BUSINESS LICENSE TAX
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH
415 DIAMOND STREET REDONDO BEACH, CA 90277
PHONE: (310) 318-0603 EMAIL: [email protected]
____________________________________________________________________________ Pursuant to Section 6-1.08(c) of the Redondo Beach Municipal Code Complete and return this application.
Section 1: Applicant Information
Organization or Individual Business Name: ___City of Redondo Beach____________________________ Telephone: __(310)_372-1171____________________________________________________________ Organization or Individual Business Address: __415 Diamond Street Redondo Beach, CA 90277_______ Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________________________ (If different from Organization or Individual Business Address) Applicant’s Name: ___Jane Chung________________________________________________________ Telephone: _____(310) 697-3237_________________________________________________________ Applicant’s Address: _____415 Diamond Street Redondo Beach, CA 90277_______________________ Applicant’s Relationship to Organization or Individual Business: _Employee________________________ Email Address: [email protected]___________________________________ Describe Business or Activity for Which Waiver Is Requested: The City of Redondo Beach will host its inaugural Juneteenth Celebration in partnership with the Redondo Beach Public Library’s Summer Reading Program Kick-Off on June 14, 2025. The event will feature a variety of activities and community booths, including carnival games, arts and crafts, and food vendors._____________________________ Section 2: Waiver Request Statement
I request a waiver from the business license requirements as specified in Redondo Beach Municipal Code 6-1.08(c).
Section 3: Community Benefit Overview
Describe how your business or organization benefits the community, including charitable activities, community service programs, educational initiatives, and job fairs. Attach additional documentation if needed.
The event is a meaningful opportunity to bring the community together in both cultural recognition of Juneteenth and shared learning. The inclusion of food vendors support local entrepreneurs and small businesses. This not only enhances the event by offering diverse culinary options but also stimulates economic opportunities within the community. This waiver would apply to the following two vendors: (1) (1) Harry's BBQ and (2) Masarap Cafe.
Section 4: Compliance with all Laws
I shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations related to this application.
Section 5: Supporting Documentation
Include any relevant supporting documents, such as evidence of business ownership or position, proof of community recognition, letters of support, or documentation of community benefits. If a food vendor, please provide a copy of the Public Health Permit or License, evidencing certification that the vendor is in compliance with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health requirements.
Section 6: Duration of the Business License Waiver
Any business license waiver approved by the City Council pursuant to this application shall only be for a short term, extending from __June 14, 2025______________ to _____June 14, 2025____________.
Section 7: Signature and Acknowledgment
I declare under penalty of perjury that I am authorized to make this statement and that the information provided is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand the City Council will make the final decision on this waiver request.
Signature: ___________________________
Print Name: _Jane Chung________________
Title: __Assistant to the City Manager______
Date: _June 10, 2025________________