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August 4, 2026

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Vote Center Facility Use Agreement - Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder County Clerk
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY

REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK
DEAN C. LOGAN
Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk

VOTE CENTER FACILITY USE AGREEMENT
Agreement and authorization is granted by the City of Redondo Beach, a chartered municipal corporation ("Host) to the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk on behalf of Los Angeles County ("RR/CC") for the use of the designated facility space specified below for the 2026 General Election.

Alta Vista Park - 12864 Community Center
715 Julia Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
For and in consideration of the following conditions, both parties hereby agree as follows:

Term: This Agreement is entered into this 4*h day of August 2026 and shall expire on November 6, 2026, unless sooner terminated or extended, in whole or in part, as provided in this agreement.

Use of the Facility: Host permits access to the agreed upon designated space during the period identified in the Access Schedule unless otherwise stated in the Vote Center Election Plan.

Facility Requirements: Host will ensure the designated space is free from any activity during the mutually agreed upon Access Schedule included in the Vote Center Election Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and provide an accessible means of entry pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), electricity, air conditioning/heating (if available), and restroom access (if available).

Host will ensure the designated space is free from tables, chairs, electronic equipment, exercise equipment, musical instruments, movable cabinets, appliances and other similar large items prior to the first day of the Access Schedule unless use of existing furniture or equipment is mutually agreed upon by both parties in the Vote Center Election Plan. In the event of rain or roof leaks, Host will provide suitable accessible remedies to ensure a safe egress at the designated voting space or other reasonable accommodations.

Host will remove any floor coverings such as tarps and mats that may potentially cause tripping or injuries. Host will ensure that at times RR/CC is not on premises, access to the designated space is restricted only to those RR/CC has given prior approval.

Host will ensure that any network configuration and technical equipment installed in preparation for the election remains unmodified for the period designated in the Access Schedule of the Vote Center Election Plan. If changes are made to the network system, the RR/CC must be notified. 12400 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, NORWALK, CA 90650 LAVOTE.GOV
Primary Contacts:

The Host's Primary Contact for this Agreement is Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk, City of Redondo Beach, City Clerk's Office, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. (310) 318-0656 Ext. 3737 and [email protected].

The RR/CC's Primary Contact for this Agreement is Jaime Young, Assistant Division Manager, Vote Center Assessment and Recruitment, 12680 Corral Place, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, (562) 347-2447, [email protected].

In addition, Host and RR/CC will designate contacts for both business and weekend/non- business hours related to facility access and technical operations to be included in the Vote Center Election Plan for each election.

Parking Requirements: Host agrees to provide sufficient parking including accessible spaces, a minimum of one space for curbside voting, and a waiver of any parking fees for RR/CC staff and Public Voting Period: Host agrees to provide RR/CC staff access to the designated space as detailed in the Vote Center Election Plan, unless a revised schedule is mutually agreed upon prior to the specific election.

Promotions and Political Material: RR/CC agrees to remove any political campaign signage or literature and not engage in audible dissemination of electioneering information within 100 feet of the designated voting space or the curbside voting location and not conduct any promotional activity tied to the public voting period without prior authorization from the Host.

Termination of the Agreement: Host will not cancel or change the location outside of a natural disaster or building/structural damage. Host and RR/CC stipulate that the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic is excluded as a natural disaster or ground for termination for purposes of this Agreement. RR/CC may at any time and without reason, revoke its request to use the designated facility space; provided, however, that RR/CC shall reimburse Host for all reasonable and documented costs incurred by Host in preparation for or performance of this Agreement before the effective date of revocation. In the event any provision of this Agreement contradicts any applicable laws, rules, and regulations, RR/CC may terminate this Agreement, effective immediately upon written notice.

Amendment of the Agreement: No alteration or variation of the terms of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and signed by both parties. This Agreement may be modified or amended only upon the mutual written consent of both the Host and the RR/CC. Any amendment shall become effective upon the mutual written consent of both the Host and the RR/CC.

Certificate of Self-Insurance: RR/CC will provide certificate upon request.

Indemnity Agreement: Host shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless RR/CC, its principals, elected and appointed officers, agents, employees, and volunteers from and against any and all liability, including, but not limited to, claims for injury or damages, demands, actions, fees, loss, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney and expert witness fees) arising out of or incurred in connection with the performance of this agreement, but only in proportion to and to the extent such liability, loss, demands, actions, fees, costs and expenses are caused by or result from the grossly negligent or willful misconduct of the Host, its principals, officers, agents, employees, or volunteers. 12400 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, NORWALK, CA 90650 LAVOTE.GOV
RR/CC shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Host, its principals, officers, agents, employees, independent contractors, and volunteers from and against any and all liability, including, but not limited to, claims for injury or damages, demands, actions, fees, loss, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney and expert witness fees) arising out of or incurred in connection with the performance of this agreement, but only in proportion to and to the extent such liability, loss, demands, actions, fees, costs and expenses are caused by or result from the negligent, grossly negligent or willful misconduct of the County, its principals, officers, agents, or employees.

RR/CC shall be solely responsible for the custody, security, loss, theft, or damage of ballots, voting equipment, election materials, and other property brought to or maintained at the facility by or on behalf of RR/CC, and Host shall have no liability for such property or for access to the designated voting space by persons authorized or permitted by RR/CC, except to the extent directly caused by Host's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

Electronic Signatures: The Host and RR/CC agree to facsimile and electronic scanned versions of original signatures of authorized signatures of each party have the same force and effect as original signatures such that the parties need not follow up facsimile or electronic transmissions of executed documents with original wet-signature versions.

THE ABOVE SITE INDEMNITYAGREEMENT APPLIES ONLY TO ELECTIONS CONDUCTED BYLOS ANGELES COUNTY REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, and executed as the date first written above, the Parties to this agreement do hereby agree and consent to all terms and conditions provided herein.

Los Angeles County City of Redondo Beach
Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
Xyong 07/29/2026
Signature and Date Signature and Date
Jaime Young, Assistant Division Manager
Printed Name and Title Printed Name and Title
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY

REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK
DEAN C. LOGAN
Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
Exhibit "A"

VOTE CENTER ELECTION PLAN
November 3, 2026 General Election
The following constitutes the mutually agreed upon Vote Center Election Plan for the November 3, 2026 General Election by the City of Redondo Beach, a chartered municipal corporation ("Host") and the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk on behalf of the County ("RR/CC") for the use of the facility space specified below:

Alta Vista Park - 12864
Community Center 715
Julia Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Contact List - Host
Primary Contact Name Eleanor Manzano Phone # (310) 318-0656 Ext.
3737
Email Address [email protected] Alternate |(310) 344-5934 Phone #
On-Site Access Contact Name Jhen Gordon Phone # (310) 697-3411 Email Address [email protected] Alternate
Phone #
Custodial Service Contact Michael Klein Phone # (323) 875-3127 Name
Email Address [email protected] Alternate | (310) 294-4192 Phone #
IT Contact Name Mike Cook Phone # (310) 697-3221
Email Address [email protected] Alternate
Phone #
After Hours/Emergency Phone # (310) 318-0656 Ext.

Contact Name Eleanor Manzano 3737
Email Address [email protected] Alternate |(310) 344-5934 Phone #
Contact List -RR/CC
12400 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, NORWALK, CA 90650 LAVOTE.GOV
Account Manager Dayna Everon Phone # (562) 526-4415
Email Address [email protected] Alternate Phone # (562) 347-2447 IT Contact Name Shannon Gadson Phone # 562-462-2826
Email Address Alternate Phone # 562-277-2118
After Hours/Emergency Phone # 562-347-2447
Contact Name Jaime Young
Email Address [email protected] Alternate Phone # 562-229-8865 Access Schedule
Host has agreed to grant access to the designated voting space for the following dates and times:

Equipment Delivery & Set-Up (exclusive access October 28, 2026; 8:00AM to 12:00PM begins)
Election Worker Pre-check Day October 30, 2026; 12:00PM to 5:00PM Early Voting Period Oct 31 - Nov 2, 2026; 9:00AM to 8:00PM Election Day November 3, 2026; 6:00AM to 10:00PM
Vote Center Breakdown & Equipment Pick-up
(exclusive access ends) November 5, 2026; 8:00AM to 8:00PM A deployment schedule for vote center equipment delivery/set-up and breakdown/pick-up is tentatively scheduled for the above dates. RR/CC will contact Host within two weeks of the equipment delivery & set-up date to confirm access to the designated space. This Agreement may be modified or amended only upon the mutual written amendment of both the Host and the RR/CC.

During the public voting period, RR/CC staff shall have access to the designated space during the dates and times listed above.

Voting hours are from 10:00AM to 7:00PM during the Early Voting Period and 7:00AM to 8:00PM on Election Day. Host acknowledges that public voting hours may be extended due to long lines.

Pursuant to California Elections Code, any voter in line at the time of closing shall be provided the opportunity to receive and cast a ballot.

The contact persons and the phone numbers must be reachable during the period identified in the Access Schedule.

Health and Safety Plan
RR/CC shall ensure that public health guidelines are adhered to in all vote centers across LA County from the beginning of equipment set-up, during the voting period, and through the breakdown of the vote center as described in the Safe Election Plan (Attachment B). As provided in the Specific Responsibilities (Attachment A), RR/CC and facility staff shall maintain the cleanliness of the vote center and safeguard voter, election worker, and facility staff/user health as described in Attachment B 12400 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, NORWALK, CA 90650 LAVOTE GOV
Designated Space, Parking, and Public Access
RR/CC shall use best efforts to limit voting traffic to the mutually agreed upon areas. RR/CC shall further use best efforts to not disturb the normal activities and use of the designated space and parking. Host agrees to provide an accessible means of entry, sufficient parking including accessible spaces, and a minimum of one space for curbside voting. Consistent with the Host's obligation to provide access compliant with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations will be facilitated.

Voting Space (Check one and write your Initials to acknowledge):
* The items in the designated voting space/s will be free from tables, chairs, printers, electronic equipment, exercise equipment, musical instruments, movable cabinets, appliances, and other large items prior to the set-up day.

Host Initials:
• The items specified below may be left in the designated voting space/s as mutually agreed upon by both RR/CC and Host.

Host Initials: RR/CC Initials: _
Floor Coverings (Check one and write your Initials to acknowledge):
* The designated voting space/s will be free from any floor coverings such as tarps and mats that may potentially cause tripping or injuries prior to the set-up day.

Host Initials:
• The floor covering below may be used/remain in place in the designated voting space.

Host Initials: RR/CC Initials: _
Additional Access Considerations
The following details below represent any additional considerations necessary in providing RR/CC access to the designated space (check all that apply):
* On-site staff will open and lock the facility on days noted in the Access Schedule. • Facility key or key card, alarm code or access badge will be provided to RR/CC staff for direct access to the voting area. The Host authorizes the use of a lockbox during the period identified ir he Access Schedule to secure the key/key card on the premises. The placement of this lockbo shall be mutually agreed upon.

Host Initials: RR/CC Initials: _
• Parking permits will be provided to RR/CC staff.
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Internet Connection (Check one and write your Initials to acknowledge):
• Host agrees to provide hardwire connection (hardline, LAN) at the start of the period identified in the Access Schedule. An active data port will be available and security passwords (if any) will be provided to RR/CC staff.

Host Initials:
• Host will not provide hardwire connection at the start of the Access Schedule.

Host Initials:

NOT APPLICABLE - Private Facility Use Payment (Check one and write your Initials to acknowledge):

NOT APPLICABLE - • Host agrees to waive any payment for use of the facility.

Host Initials: N/A
NOT APPLICABLE - RR/CC agrees to pay Host for use of the facility in the amount of $_ This payment covers all associated and incidental costs including, but not limited to, staff and custodial fees, hired security fees, cleaning fees and purchase of items, etc. used during the period identified in the Access Schedule. Private facilities must provide their W-9 to RR/CC before payment is processed. The payee name and mailing address is based on the information from the W-9.

Host Initials: N/A
Public Facility Use Payment (Check one and write your Initials to acknowledge):
• Host agrees to waive any and all payments for use of the facility pursuant to the California Elections Code.

Host Initials:

X RR/CC shall pay reasonable costs for of any personnel (including contractors) provided to RR/CC, including but not limited to, labor at an overtime or if applicable, double time rate, supervision, benefits, and administration incurred during the Access Schedule. An official invoice containing Agency letterhead must be submitted to RR/CC within 60 days after the election showing the breakdown of costs. RR/CC shall pay to the Host the cost, no later than forty-five (45) days following the date of RR/CC's receipt of the Host's invoice(s). Upon request, Host will provide RR/CC with supporting documentation and a breakdown of the costs invoiced pursuant to this Agreement.

Host Initials:

Other Costs
In the event that any unforeseen additional cost or fees are incurred by Host in connection with RR/CC's access to the designated voting space, Host shall notify RR/CC in advance of said fees/costs. Host shall provide RR/CC with detailed invoices of said costs and RR/CC shall pay Host within forty-five (45) days following the date of RR/CC's receipt of the Host's invoice(s).

Electronic Signatures
The Host and RR/CC agree to facsimile and electronic scanned versions of original signatures of authorized signatures of each party have the same force and effect as original signatures such that the parties need not follow up facsimile or electronic transmissions of executed documents with original wet-signature versions.
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THE ABOVE ELECTION PLAN APPLIES_ONLY TO ELECTIONS CONDUCTED BY

LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the authorized representatives of the parties have executed this agreement and it is effective as of the date of last signature below.

Los Angeles County City of Redondo Beach
Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
07/29/2026
Signature and Date Signature and Date
Jaime Young, Assistant Division Manager
Printed Name and Title Printed Name and Title

ATTACHMENT A SPECIFIC

RESPONSIBILITIES
LA County RR/CC staff is responsible for:
• Disinfecting the surfaces of all voting equipment including, but not limited to, the Ballot Marking Devices, electronic pollbooks, and central ballot box after voter use • Placing mitigation items such as signs, cones, mats, door stops, etc. to maintain the most accessible path to and from the voting area.

Facility staff is responsible for:
• Daily/frequent cleaning of the restrooms.
• Daily/frequent trash pick-up.
• Providing a space outside of the vote center for curbside voting. • Allowing RR/CC staff to place mitigation items such as signs, cones, mats, door stops, etc. to maintain the most accessible path to and from the voting area. • Provide additional signage, if needed, to direct voters to the vote center.

Additional consideration:
• Wherever feasible, doors and windows should be open during hours where election workers are present to increase airflow.
12400 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, NORWALK, CA 90650 LAVOTE. GOV

LOS ANGELES COUNTY

COUNTY CLEA REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK
me cos Angeres County Safe Election Plan
reflects ongoing public health, safety, and
Safe security practices designed to support
voters and Election Workers during
in-person voting.

Election
These practices are informed by current
public health guidance, election
Plan administration best practices, and security
protocols to ensure voting remains safe,
accessible, and secure for all voters.

Public Health & Wellness Measures
Cleaning Practices
• Electronic Pollbooks, Ballot Marking Devices (BMDs), and other commonly used surfaces are cleaned on an ongoing basis. • Vote Centers are maintained to support a clean and orderly voting environment.

Physical Safety & Security at Vote Centers
Los Angeles County is committed to ensuring that Vote Centers are safe, neutral, and welcoming environments for all voters.
• Federal and State law protect voters from intimidation or interference while voting.
• Election Workers are trained on de-escalation, voter assistance, and incident response protocols.
• Security procedures are in place to address disruptions while maintaining a calm and orderly voting experience.
• Voters who feel uncomfortable may choose to drop off their Vote by Mail ballot at any Vote Center or Official Ballot Drop Box, or visit any Vote Center in the County.

Our Commitment
The Safe Election Plan reflects Los Angeles County's ongoing commitment to:
• Protecting voter health and safety
• Ensuring physical security and peace of mind at Vote Centers • Preserving the integrity, accessibility, and confidentiality of the voting process For more information about voting options or Vote Center locations, visit LAVOTE.GOV.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY

REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK
DEAN C. LOGAN
Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk

ATTACHMENT C
Voting Space
The space/s must be free from tables, chairs, printers, electronic equipment, exercise equipment, musical instruments, movable cabinets, appliances and other similar large items as shown in the pictures below.

Floor Coverings
The space/s must be free from any floor coverings such as tarps and mats that may potentially cause tripping or injuries as shown in the pictures below.

XIBILITY
/ COORDTTIATION
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