City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 1 of 8 City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan
DRAFT Three-Year Priority Areas & 12-Month Objectives
March 2026 –March 2027
CM= City Manager ATCM=Assistant to City Manager CD=Community Development CS=Community Services FD=Fire Department FS=Financial Services HR=Human Resources IT=Information Technology LIB=Library PD=Police Department PW=Public Works WED=Waterfront and Economic Development CA=City Attorney CC=City Clerk CT=City Treasurer Priority Area 1: Economic Vitality
Goal 1.1 Enhance the Waterfront
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1 By January 1,
2027 WED Discuss options to attract a new tenant for the former Gold Gym’s site and explore a potential land swap agreement to move the property out of the Tidelands Trust. 2 By September
1, 2026 WED Advance lease negotiations for the former Fun Factory site and identify a prospective leaseholder/operator for a Waterfront Market Hall.
3 By February 1,
2027 WED
Provide Boat Launch application coordination with DBW as required, advance designs, consider Coastal Commission and CDP requirements, and report back to City Council the results of the City’s funding request.
4 By September
1, 2026 CS, PW
Finalize the design for Phase One of the Seaside Lagoon Reconstruction Project, complete the Coastal Development Permit application, submit it to the CA Coastal Commission, and advance construction drawings.
5 By October 1,
2026
WED, CD Complete the parking study related to adjusting the Local Coastal Program requirements for King Harbor Marina parking and present the results to the City Council. 9 By March 1,
2027 FD, WED Review and present to the City Council suggested updates to the City’s Municipal Code pertaining to Harbor/Marine safety regulations.
10 By January 1,
2027 WED Advance lease negotiations for possible reinvestment in businesses on the Monstad Pier. 11 By January 1,
2027 PW Explore opportunities to demolish the existing structure on the Joe’s Crab Shack site. 12 By January 1,
2027 WED, CS Provide a status report on efforts to enhance internal and external communications for Waterfront activities and events.
13 By November 1,
2026 WED, CS
Work with the Harbor and Pier Associations to develop and improve Holiday Events in the Waterfront.
Goal 1.2: Revitalize Artesia Boulevard
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14 By January 1,
2027 CS, PW Continue implementation of the ARTesia Strategic Plan including selection of artists and artworks for eventual installation.
City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 2 of 8 15 By August 1,
2026 CD
Prepare a Land Use Element and Zoning Ordinance related to adjusting the FAR Ratio and implementing rooftop dining and property investment incentives along the Artesia/Aviation Corridor, complete the related Article XVII analysis, and prepare the item for inclusion as part of a fall election.
16 By May 1, 2027 CD Evaluate the effectiveness of eliminating commercial parking requirements along Artesia and Aviation Blvd. and present the results to the City Council. 17 By May 1, 2027 CD Utilize information from the AREAS Report to proactively seek investment on Artesia Blvd. by communicating vacancies to the business community.
Goal 1.3: Position Redondo Beach as a Destination for Business Investment # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
18 By May 1, 2027 CD
Prepare updates to the Municipal Code to improve the design and appearance of commercial signs and present them to the City Council for consideration along with options for a maintenance (blight prevention) ordinance to regulate storefront conditions. 19 By May 1, 2027 MAYOR, CS,
ATCM
Continue developing plans and activities for the 2026 World Cup and LA28 Olympics and seek input from the Youth Commission. .
20 By October 1,
2026
CD, MAYOR+
COUNCIL
SUBCOMM.
Present the findings from the AREAS study on identifying/recruiting new development and businesses to the Artesia and Aviation corridors to the City Council. 21 By May 1, 2027 CD Evaluate the current Land Use Tables and business permitting requirements in the Municipal Code and present options to the City Council to make the City more business friendly.
Goal 1.4 Enhance the City’s Fiscal Sustainability
22 By November 1,
2026 FS, CA, CT Prepare a Ballot Measure for the March 2027 election to consider increasing the City’s Transient Occupancy Rate.
23 By November 1,
2026 CT, FS, CA Review the City’s UUT Ordinance and suggest possible updates in recognition of the outcome of the Disney vs. Santa Barbara case. 24 By November 1,
2026 HR, FS, CA Review and provide options to the City Council on possible adjustments to the City’s General Liability Coverage and level of Self-Insured Retention. 25 By February 1,
2027 PW Review and provide updates to the City’s Vehicle Replacement Policy/Program. 26 By January 1,
2027 FS, CT Develop a streamlined process and structure to assess/collect business licenses fees from periodic special event vendors.
27 By January 1,
2027 CD
Complete a DIF Study to establish a nexus between the cost of future facilities, vehicles, and equipment required by new growth and fees charged by the City. 28 By May 1, 2027 FIN, CD
Review and enhance collection procedures to establish and enforce penalties for late payments to the City.
Future Goal 1.5: Revitalize the Pacific Coast Highway Corridor City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 3 of 8 Future Goal 1.6: Identify efforts to enhance business retention Future Goal 1.7: Identify programs that have shown success on Artesia and report on steps to implement them on PCH City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 4 of 8 Priority Area 2: Public Safety and Community Well-Being Goal 2.1 Implement Measure FP (Reconstruct City Fire and Police Facilities) # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
29 By September
1, 2026 ATCM Continue Measure FP implementation, including securing a Design-Build Entity for both Fire and Police Facility replacement.
30 By January 1,
2027
FS, ATCM, PW,
IT, PD, FD, CT
Work with the City’s Municipal Financial Advisor to issue bonds to design and construct the projects included in Measure FP.
31 By January 1,
2027 ATCM, CA Prepare the selection guidelines and resolution to form a Citizens Oversight Committee to review bond-related expenditures.
32 By June 25,
2026 PW, PD, ATCM Advance conceptual schematic designs for the Police Shooting Range to enhance construction readiness and prepare/submit the application for the 2026 DCIP funding cycle.
Goal 2.2: Strengthen the City’s Mental Health Response and Community Support Systems # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
33 By January 1,
2027 CA, FD, PD Explore grant funding opportunities to continue deployment of a mental health clinician to provide targeted response to mental health-related incidents in the City.
Goal 2.3: Further Enhance the City’s Approach to Addressing Homelessness # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
34 By September
1, 2026 PW, CA Pursue funding to complete construction of the pallet shelter expansion project and revise plans to fit the project scope within available budget.
35 By May 1, 2027 CS
Administer the updated Administrative Plan for family supportive housing as approved, update the waiting list process as directed by Council, and continue working with the County to identify familyand youth-supportive services and programs. 36 By May 1, 2027 CS Administer the Foster Youth voucher program in partnership with the County. 37 By May 1, 2027 CA Pursue grant funding opportunities to procure permanent family housing to expand the City’s supportive housing options.
Goal 2.4: Continue to Enhance Public Safety, Emergency Response, and Community Resilience # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
38 By August 1,
2026 PD Update the City’s Drone First Responder agreement with Aerodome after the company obtains the FAA certificate waiver for autonomous drone use. 39 By July 1, 2026 FD, ACTM Complete and transmit the quote for the provision of Fire, Paramedic and Emergency Response Services for the City of Hermosa Beach.
40 By November 1,
2026 PD Provide a report on the City traffic enforcement efforts, including E-Bikes, Truck Routes, Speeding/Stop Signs and Loud Vehicles.
City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 5 of 8 Priority Area 3: Infrastructure and Public Spaces
Goal 3.1: Rehabilitate City Roads, Critical Public Facilities, and Infrastructure # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
41 By January 1,
2027 PW Procure and implement a facilities management software system and prepare an RFP to complete a facilities inventory and assessment.
42 By January 1,
2027 PW Prepare a report to consider lane repurposing and corridor improvements for Catalina Ave., north of Pearl Street, as part of the City’s Street Rehabilitation Program. 43 By May 1, 2027 PW, CD Identify options to improve utility line maintenance and encourage undergrounding as part of new development.
44 By December 1,
2027 ATCM
Provide a status report on internal efforts to improve contract development and review the City’s template RFP&B docs to identify opportunities to enhance (scope of work) expectations of vendors.
Goal 3.2: Expand and Enhance Public Spaces, Amenities, and Programs # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
45 By January 1,
2027 CS, PW Execute the Wilderness Park Master Plan according to available funding and identify goals for the next phase of project improvements.
46 By October 1,
2026 CS, PW Complete procurement and installation of the Franklin Park all-abilities playground equipment. 47 By January 1,
2027 CS, PW
Complete the layout design and procure three historic information signs for installation at Ito Park and provide a report to the Public Amenities Commission to develop a Plan for the next phase of improvements to Ito Park.
48 By May 1, 2027 CS Continue to develop programming for the Perry Park Teen Center in conjunction with the Youth Commission and teen facility users.
49 By October 1,
2026 CM, ATCM, FS Work with RBUSD to prepare property descriptions and subdivision map applications for new Anderson Park Senior Center and Alta Vista Park parcels. 50 By October 1,
2026 ATCM Prepare a Request for Information to solicit local businesses to evaluate possible logo use and the costs for marketing and production and the potential for design proficiency. 51 By May 1, 2027 CS, ATCM Seek future funding opportunities for further improvements to the Herondo Open Space area and Seaside Lagoon.
52 By December 1,
2026 CS, PW Advance efforts to develop the Aviation Park Pickleball facility and explore potential time-efficient procurement/construction methods along with opportunities to cultivate public/private partnerships.
Goal 3.3: Enhance Alternative Transportation Options
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City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 6 of 8 53 By January 1,
2027 PW Complete construction and hold a ribbon cutting for the City’s Local Travel Network (LTN) Project. 54 By April 1, 2027 PW Prepare conceptual design alternatives for bike lane repainting to enhance bicycle safety on Redondo Beach/Vail Avenues and present a report to the City Council. 55 By January 1,
2027 PW
Continue design development of plans for the Metro Active Transportation (MAT) Project (Redondo Beach Blvd Corridor) and present the 60% design for the active transportation and micro-mobility projects to the PWSS Commission.
56 By January 1,
2027 PW
Present conceptual design alternatives for Catalina Ave, through Riviera Village, to the PWSS Commission and City Council, including the possible addition of structured parking in the Riviera Village and the implementation of a longer-term outdoor dining program. 57 By May 1, 2027 PW Collaborate with Hermosa Beach on a Parking Study and the potential for new Bike Lanes on Aviation Blvd.
58 By April 1, 2027 PW Provide a progress report on Bicycle Master Plan implementation and continue to pursue collaboration with surrounding cities.
Future Goal 3.4: Develop Long-Range Plans to Modernize City Facilities, Including the Public Works Yard and City Hall City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 7 of 8 Priority Area 4: Customer-Centered Service Delivery
Goal 4.1: Improve Customer Service by Expanding the City’s Use of Digital Tools and Online Services # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
59 August 1, 2026 CC, IT, ATCM Complete implementation of the new Agenda Management System to streamline internal operations and allow for enhanced agenda forecasting.
60 By May 1, 2027 CC, IT Initiate a pilot program to scan and archive City records for the Fire Department and, with future funding, expand the program to other City Departments.
61 By October 1,
2026 CC, IT Procure and implement a software solution to enhance workflow and reduce the burden of public records requests.
62 By January 1,
2027 IT, ATCM
Utilize the Communication Team’s efforts to improve information included on the City website and continue evaluating tools to enhance the global search function through approved artificial intelligence tools.
63 By January 1,
2027 ATCM
Provide a report on efforts of the Communications Team to consolidate information and increase visibility for local events and to coordinate the communication of key calendar events on the City website and through other means.
64 By May 1, 2027 IT Develop an AI Strategic Plan to guide use by City officials (staff and elected) and provide a report on how AI tools can be utilized to promote productivity.
City of Redondo Beach Strategic Plan 2026-2027 | Page 8 of 8 Priority Area 5: Community Stewardship
Goal 5.1: Advance Environmental Sustainability and Climate Resilience # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised
65 By April 1, 2027 PW Hire a consultant to study and update the City’s Sewer System Management Plan and complete the first phase of CCTV inspection to prepare a condition assessment of the sewer system. 66 By May 1, 2027 WED Initiate a California Coastal Commission grant-funded effort to update the City’s Local Coastal Program and complete a sea level rise vulnerability assessment. 67 By May 1, 2027 PW Provide a report on City tree wells and their availability for planting, and develop a mechanism to record trees planted on private property.
Goal 5.2: Preserve and Promote the City’s Historic Resources and Neighborhood Character # When Who Objectives Done On Target Revised Notes
68 By January 1,
2027 CD, CA Prepare a report for the City Council on cost/time-effective ways to update the City’s Historic Resources List while maintaining a voluntary, consent-based, Historic Resources Program. 69 By May 1, 2027 CD
Research potential changes to the City’s Zoning Ordinance that would increase flexibility for parking regulations in Riviera Village and secure preferred uses for properties in the Village as well as other vital economic corridors, such as Pacific Coast Highway. 70 By September
1, 2026
CS, CM,
MAYOR, CC
Create a Mayor and City Council subcommittee to develop a City Park and City Facility renaming policy.