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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Closed Session – Adjourned Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m.
Open Session – Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
4:00 PM - CLOSED SESSION – ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order at 4:31 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Waller in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Waller, Castle, Kaluderovic, Obagi, Behrendt, Mayor Light
Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Joy Ford, City Attorney
Derek Kalish, Assistant City Clerk
C. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS – ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS - None D. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NONAGENDA ITEMS Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one on Zoom and no eComments.
E. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
E.1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
Name of case:
Cardinol Transportation, Inc. v. City of Redondo Beach; Redondo Beach Police Department; Frank Scotto dba Van Lingen Towing Inc.; and DOES 1- 50 Case No: 25TRCV04341
E.2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
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AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront and Community Services Director David Biggs, Project Manager
PROPERTY:
Portions of APN #s: 7503-33-903, 7503-33-905, and adjacent public right of way)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Prospective Tenants
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Price and Terms
E.3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront & Community Services Director Katherine Buck, Waterfront & Economic Development Manager PROPERTY:
400 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(a portion of APN: AIN: 7503-013-901)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Redondo Beach Hotel, Sunrise-Harbor, Ltd.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Terms
E.4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront & Community Services Director Katherine Buck, Waterfront & Economic Development Manager PROPERTY: 121 W. Torrance Blvd., Suite 203, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
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Philip LaBrada, A&S Home Care Inc.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Lease Status, Price, and Terms
E.5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront & Community Services Director Katherine Buck, Waterfront & Economic Development Manager PROPERTY:
107 W. Torrance Blvd., Suite 202, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Simon Mellinger, Hattons of London (US) Inc.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Lease Status, Price, and Terms
E.6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Luke Smude, Assistant to the City Manager
PROPERTY:
Portions of the Redondo Beach Marina Parking Lot and Seaside Lagoon (portions of APN #s: 7503-029-900 and 7503-029-903)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Allen Sanford, BeachLife Festival
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Price and Terms
Assistant City Clerk Kalish read titles to be discussed in Closed Session.
City Manager Witzansky announced the following would be participating in Closed Session: City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Joy Ford, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Senior Deputy City Attorney Aleena Hashmi, Waterfront and Community Services Director Elizabeth Hause, Project Manager David Biggs, W.E.D. Manager
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Katherine Buck, and Assistant to the City Manager Luke Smude.
Motion by Councilmember Waller, seconded by Councilmember Castle, to recess to Closed Session at 4:33 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Mayor Light reconvened to Open Session at 6:03 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Waller, Castle, Kaluderovic, Obagi, Behrendt, Mayor Light
Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Joy Ford, City Attorney
Derek Kalish, Assistant City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Manager Witzansky reported that the City Council unanimously authorized the City Attorney to defend the City in the matter listed under E.1.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Castle, seconded by Councilmember Waller, to adjourn to the Regular Meeting at 6:04 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
6:00 PM – OPEN SESSION – REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order at 6:04 p.m. by Mayor Light in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
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Councilmembers Present: Waller, Castle, Kaluderovic, Obagi, Behrendt, Mayor Light
Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Joy Ford, City Attorney
Derek Kalish, Assistant City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
Mayor Light invited veterans and active-duty military to stand and be recognized for their service.
Mayor Light led in the Pledge of Allegiance and asked all to remain standing for a moment of silent invocation.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/AB 1234 TRAVEL D.1. MAYOR’S PRESENTATION OF THE KEY TO THE CITY TO FIRE CHIEF PAT
BUTLER FOR HIS FOUR YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE CITY
Mayor Light invited Councilmember Obagi and Chief Butler to join him at the podium.
Councilmember Obagi summarized the state of the Fire Department in 2022; noted that staffing was down by 10 firefighters and could not fill the positions; reported that the City commissioned its own study led by Interim Fire Chief Kauffman and retired LAFD Chief Deputy Joe Castro which led to a 93 page assessment; reported that they found lack of leadership, lack of training, feeling of burn-out, lack of diversity, and the inability to recruit talent; stated that Pat Butler was sworn in as Interim Fire Chief on August 29, 2022 , had served on the LA Fire Department for 32 years already, and was wanted by other agencies; provided more details and background information regarding the RBFD; spoke of Chief Butler’s immediate impact to the RBFD and his continuing contributions of moral, standards, and dedication to the RBFD; provided numerous examples of what Chief Butler has done for the RBFD; noted that pride for RBFD has skyrocketed since Chief Butler took over; noted that morale, confidence, recruitment, and retention are at all-time highs; acknowledged that Chief Butler did not have to come to Redondo Beach but chose to take on the challenge; noted that he leaves the department primed for a leader to rise up among the ranks and carry forward what he has accomplished, a legacy; thanked Chief Butler, on behalf of the City Council and residents, for all the intangible and tangible contributions and congratulated him on his career.
Mayor Light stated that Chief Butler entered into a tough situation when he first took on the position; noted the Chief’s prior accomplishments and education; reported that he got the City two new fire engines, a harbor patrol boat, and re-established the Harbor Master
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position; recognized that he set up the department for a smooth transition for the person that has been promoted from within; spoke of personal and professional experiences he’s had with Chief Butler; noted that he always put service and public safety ahead of everything; thanked Chief Butler’s wife as well; turned the floor over to City Manager Witzansky.
City Manager Witzansky echoed the Mayor and Councilmember Obagi’s assessment of the Fire Department when Chief Butler took on the Interim Fire Chief role; stressed that Chief Butler brought professionalism, accountability, and a sense of pride to the Fire Department; explained all the enhancements that have been brought to the department since Chief Butler took over and how public safety and lives have benefited from his leadership; noted that Chief Butler brought together the partnership between the Police Department and the Harbor Patrol, noted that people’s lives have been saved due to the procedures implemented by Chief Butler; stated that Chief Butler’s greatest achievement, for him, was the City’s ability to hire the next Fire Chief from within the department, which had not happened in three decades; recognized that due to Chief Butler’s standards of excellence they have candidates that could step into that role; thanked Chief Butler for everything he has accomplished and for what he has done for the City.
Mayor Light presented the key to the City to Chief Butler.
Fire Chief Pat Butler spoke about experiences he had with the Mayor, City Manager, and City Council; thanked the community for their part in public safety; noted that the RBFD is rated Class 1 but they exceed that and thanked them all for their support; spoke about his grandson and hoped he would be up there one day.
D.2. ADMINISTRATION OF THE OATH OF OFFICE AND BADGE PRESENTATION
FOR NEW FIRE CHIEF BRIAN REGAN
Mayor Light invited Fire Chief Brian Regan to the podium; turned the floor over to City Manager Witzansky.
City Manager Witzansky noted how competitive the in-house field of candidates for Fire Chief was and thanked all who applied; explained that Chief Regan has been with RBFD for 14 years; spoke highly of his integrity, character, knowledge, and maturity; noted that he has continued with his paramedic certification and was confident in his leadership abilities; congratulated Chief Regan on his new position and thanked him for taking the job.
City Clerk Manzano administered the Oath of Office to Chief Regan.
Mayor Light formally introduced and congratulated Fire Chief Brian Regan.
Fire Chief Regan thanked former Fire Chief Butler for his leadership and mentorship; recognized the other chief officers that were up for the Fire Chief position, stated any of them could have fulfilled the position; stated that he understood the role of the position
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and would continue to build on the strong foundation as a Class 1 Fire Department; thanked his family and friends; stated that he is excited to serve and protect the community, noted that the City has several projects coming up, and he looked forward to getting to work.
D.3. CITY CLERK ELEANOR MANZANO TO ADMINISTER THE OATH OF OFFICE
TO APPOINTED BOARD MEMBERS AND COMMISSIONERS
Mayor Light invited all the continuing and new Commissioners to the podium; thanked everyone for their service.
City Clerk Manzano administered the Oath of Office to everyone and instructed them all to sign their certificates in the lobby afterwards; asked them all to introduce themselves and inform everyone what Commission they would serve on.
Mayor Light moved onto Presentations, Proclamations, Announcements, and AB1234 Travel Expenses; reported attending the King Harbor Association meeting and a regional meeting of the Southern California Association of Governments; announced the Kings 5K event on Saturday morning at the Riveira Village and Swim the Avenues on Sunday.
Councilmember Waller reported attending the City School Subcommittee meeting, Redondo Beach Round Table, and the Clean Power Alliance Board meeting; announced that RBUSD is in talks with other countries for use of facilities for the Olympics and Paralympics; stated, on Thursday, NRBBA will host a Rise and Shine Redondo at the Galleria at 8:00 a.m., the Chamber of Commerce would hold their Network Café at Mi Burrito at 11:30 a.m., and RUHS would be playing their second home game at 7:00 p.m. at Seahawk Stadium; announced, on Friday, the 25th Anniversary ceremony for 9/11 in front of City Hall at 8:46 a.m. and the last Cruzin’ the Lagoon would be from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Harbor parking lot.
Councilmember Castle reported attending the Round Table meeting and the LA County Asian Democrats on Thursday.
Councilmember Kaluderovic reported participating in the City School Subcommittee meeting on Wednesday and holding her Community Meeting on Labor Day; reported over 50 people attended her meeting, thanked Library Director Vinke for the air conditioned space to hold her meeting, and City Attorney Ford for her presentation; spoke about the tensions during her Community Meeting and noted that the meetings are not mandatory but there needs to be a level of respect by everyone.
Councilmember Obagi reported that he plans to have his Community Meeting at the end of September.
Councilmember Behrendt reported an AB1234 travel expense for the Los Angeles County Division lunch at the upcoming September 2026 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo.
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Mayor Light congratulated City Clerk Manzano on the birth of her first grandson.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Waller, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the order of the agenda as written.
Motion carried 4-0-1 by voice vote. Councilmember Behrendt was absent for the vote.
F. AGENCY RECESS - None
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS - ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
G.1. For Blue Folder Documents Approved at the City Council Meeting Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported two Blue Folder items: J.1 and N.2.
Motion by Councilmember Waller, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to receive and file the Blue Folder items.
Motion carried 4-0-1 by voice vote. Councilmember Behrendt was absent for the vote.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H.1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.2. APPROVE MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER
READING OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS LISTED ON THE AGENDA
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.3. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES: NONE
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.4. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BEACH
CITIES HEALTH DISTRICT FOR RENTAL OF OFFICE SPACE FOR THE
ALTERNATE CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM TO EXTEND THE TERM TO MARCH 31, 2027 WITH NO INCREASE TO THE RENTAL RATE FOR AN ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $2,700
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CONTACT: JOY FORD, CITY ATTORNEY
H.5. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2609-074 A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING CERTAIN CITY OFFICERS OR THEIR SUCCESSORS IN
OFFICE TO ORDER THE DEPOSIT OR WITHDRAWAL OF MONIES IN THE
LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND
CONTACT: EUGENE SOLOMON, CITY TREASURER
H.6. RECEIVE AND FILE A LETTER OF SUPPORT ENCOURAGING THE GOVERNOR TO SIGN SENATE BILL 799, WHICH, IF APPROVED BY THE STATE, WOULD BROADEN THE SOUTH BAY REGIONAL HOUSING TRUST’S
POWERS AND UPDATE ITS BOARD STRUCTURE
CONTACT: JANE CHUNG, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
H.7. INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3317-26 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING TITLE 4, CHAPTER 38, OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO HEDGES.
FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3318-26 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 1, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 1-2.01 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO GENERAL PENALTIES: CONTINUING VIOLATIONS. FOR
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3319-26 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 1, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 1-2.03 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO INFRACTIONS. FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING CONTACT: JOY A. FORD, CITY ATTORNEY
Councilmember Behrendt returned to the dais at 6:53 p.m.
Councilmember Kaluderovic commented on H.6; hoped that the letter would get signed and informed everyone that the changes would allow non-elected alternates for the Regional Housing Trust, it will allow preservation as an accepted use of funds and would authorize funding moderate income housing from private funds only.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Castle, to approve items H.1 through H.7.
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Mayor Light invited public comment.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online and no eComments.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish read item H.5 adopt title only Resolution No. CC-2609-074, and item H.7 introduced by title only Ordinance No. 3317-26 for introduction and first reading, introduced by title only Ordinance No. 3318—26 for introduction and first reading, and introduced by title only Ordinance No. 3319-26 for introduction and first reading.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS – None
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
J.1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public
Jim Mueller, District 5, commented that Councilmember Kaluderovic’s Community Meeting showed him why some City Council elections have gone uncontested; noted that audience members at the Community Meeting became loud and abusive but Councilmember Kaluderovic pushed the meeting forward; hoped that both City Attorney Ford and Councilmember Kaluderovic continue on because their perspectives are needed and felt half of all elected offices should be held by women; hoped that a woman would run for the District 5 Council seat; noted that the City’s homelessness program is run almost exclusively by women.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online and no eComments.
Ron Maroko, District 3, thanked Chief Butler and the City Manager for their service to the City.
Teresa Mitchell, District 4, noted she is one of the organizers of OurNRB in the North Redondo Beach Farmers’ Market; announced that they are looking for volunteers to help with set up, take down, marketing, advertising, and outreach; stated that the Market has a Market Manager booth and the City and Councilmembers could use that as a way to get out information to the public if needed; noted that they will be reaching out to City Council and staff to hopefully extend the Farmers’ Market permanently.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online.
Leslie Campeggi, District 2, spoke about the upcoming deliberation meeting scheduled for September 15th regarding phase one of the King Harbor Amenities Plan; reported that the Harbor Commission did not approve the plan, instead deliberated on and unvetted project not on the agenda, and asked for other items to be presented to them the day before Council deliberates on the item itself; stated that that procedure bypasses the public processes and without Council direction it cannot be done that way.
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Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online.
Wayne Craig, District 1, echoed the need for volunteers for the North Redondo Beach Farmers’ Market, noted that the proceeds are reinvested into the City, and that they have been working with City staff on ideas to implement; suggested the City take advantage of the Artesia Blvd. and Aviation corridor build out and commented that time is running out; reminded everyone that the Farmers’ Market is on Wednesday from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - None
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N.1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ESTABLISHING A CITY
FACILITY NAMING POLICY
CONTACT: JANE CHUNG, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
Assistant to the City Manager Chung noted that the draft policy was attached to the Staff Report; stated that the item has been brought forward in response to Strategic Plan Goal 5.2, Objective #69; reported that staff researched other cities’ naming policies and, along with the City Council Subcommittee, came up with a draft policy; stated that the naming criteria contained three facility types: major facilities, neighborhood facilities, and park structures; explained each type in more detail; stated that criteria also focused on geographic or historical significance, individuals with exceptional civic leadership and community service, and donors with meaningful financial contributions (subject to a vetting process); noted that there is a clause in the criteria regarding the need to wait one year after the passing of an individual, unless it is waived by a 4/5ths vote of the Council; reviewed the vetting requirements which included investigation and review for individuals or corporate sponsors; stated that currently current elected, appointed officials or current City or municipal employees are ineligible; stated that the draft contains a section on corporate naming rights, the term would typically be 5-20 years, but rights could be revoked by 4/5 City Council vote if the reputation no longer aligns with the City; reviewed naming restrictions and noted that the following facilities could not be renamed: Civic Center, the 911 Memorial, Veterans Park, Historic Library, and any facility owned by another government entity; reviewed the naming process for major facilities, noted that individual naming is not eligible unless it is initiated and approved by City Council, City Council overseas the naming process, the City Manager and assigned staff evaluate naming suggestions, and it requires 4/5ths approval by City Council; reviewed the naming process for neighborhood facilities, noted that the Public Amenities Commission (PAC) would review applications submitted through the City
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Clerk’s Office within 30 days and ultimately the City Council would have the final approval by a 4/5ths vote; stated that the applicant would pay the full cost within 30 days of approval; reviewed the cost responsibilities for applicants and noted that fees are based on the City’s Master Fee Schedule; reviewed the renaming guidelines; stated staff’s recommendations to City Council as: 1) provide feedback and direction on draft policy, and 2) direct staff to return with a resolution to formally adopt the City Facility Naming Policy.
Councilmember Castle asked if Seaside Lagoon could be included on the list of facilities that cannot be renamed; wanted to make sure that Council could vote on removing any name, not just a corporate name, with a 4/5ths vote; suggested it would be better to have the renaming of a public property come from Council rather than having an individual apply at the City Clerk’s Office and starting the process.
Councilmember Kaluderovic asked to clarify whether Councilmember Castle would propose having an application be sponsored or supported by at least one Councilmember to start the process.
Assistant to the City Manager Chung asked if Councilmember Castle was referring to major facilities and not neighborhood facilities.
Councilmember Castle was in favor of Councilmember support to start the process and wanted it to apply to all facilities.
Discussion followed regarding types of facilities that were and were not included in the draft policy.
Assistant to the City Manager Chung noted that there is a separate Commemorative Donation Program through the Community Services Department for smaller things like naming of benches.
City Manager Witzansky clarified that there is no application process for major facilities and that is exclusively at the Council’s direction so what Councilmember Castle would be referring to is neighborhood facilities.
Councilmember Waller voiced opposition to waiting one year after someone’s death to name a facility after them; provided examples of people still living that had parks or facilities named after them; argued it is more meaningful to do it while someone is still living or shortly after their death; suggested it be a Council led motion; voiced support for Council supporting the application before the process is allowed to take place.
Councilmember Obagi questioned if a 4/5ths vote would override the need for a person to be dead; asked Jane Chung to interpret the statute in the policy as it is written.
Assistant to the City Manager Chung clarified that the policy itself does not preclude the naming of a facility after an individual alive or passed, it is in place if there was a desire
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to name a facility after an individual who’s death has already taken place; explained that it is the average waiting time of other cities they looked at, it helps avoid the emotional reaction to the unfortunate event, and Council still has a 4/5ths vote if they wish to override the waiting period.
Councilmember Obagi questioned whether the language should be written more clearly.
Assistant to the City Manager Chung stated that staff could clarify the language.
Councilmember Kaluderovic referenced Councilmember Castle’s request to place Seaside Lagoon on the list of facilities to be excluded from renaming; pointed out that naming rights allows for funding sources and it could be a way to bring funds in to finish the project.
Councilmember Castle spoke of the historical and cultural significance of Seaside Lagoon.
Councilmember Kaluderovic asked if it would be agreeable to Councilmember Castle if Seaside Lagoon was always included with the name; stressed that she didn’t want them to limit funding opportunities for the community.
Mayor Light suggested naming an amenity within the facility, which Councilmember Castle supported.
Councilmember Kaluderovic highlighted that the larger facilities would require huge investments so big donors would want their name included, which Councilmember Obagi agreed with; stated she would like to include Seaside Lagoon as an opportunity to be voted on.
Councilmember Castle agreed to that.
Mayor Light stressed that it would be philanthropic and not as a means to make money.
Councilmember Behrendt suggested, after their discussion that evening, sending it as a referral to the Public Amenities Commission for their recommendation.
Mayor Light supported that suggestion.
Councilmember Obagi voiced agreement for Councilmember Kaluderovic’s sentiment regarding not limiting the investment opportunities available.
City Manager Witzansky stated that staff would need to add language in the draft policy that says the City Council, by 4/5ths vote, could consider a special donation to an existing facility that has been previously names and not currently in construction.
More discussion followed to clarify types of scenarios and how they apply to the draft
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policy.
City Manager Witzansky suggested they include a caveat opportunity in the draft policy for special circumstances with Council approval.
Councilmember Obagi reviewed the changes or clarifications they discussed as: 1) the person does not have to be deceased, 2) giving Council more flexibility with a 4/5ths vote for any facility and for any term, and 3) to send it to the PAC for their feedback before it returns to Council.
Councilmember Castle noted that they also wanted to add removing any name, not just corporate, by a 4/5ths vote.
City Manager Witzansky commented that Council mentioned the concept of a Councilmember sponsorship for the applications for neighborhood facilities as a caveat to the application process.
More discussion followed regarding situations where a Councilmember would need to sponsor an application; noted that benches should be taken out of the draft policy.
City Manager Witzansky stated getting a sponsor under all circumstances would be valuable; clarified that having a Councilmember sponsor and application would not mean it is a City Council driven action.
Mayor Light confirmed that the Council agreed with sending the draft policy to the PAC for review.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Waller, to have the revisions performed and then have the draft policy sent to the PAC.
Councilmember Obagi referenced the fees on page 89; stated he was not comfortable with the fees and asked if they could strike that out.
City Manager Witzansky stated that they will want to establish all the fees through the Master Fee Schedule and that they can start the discussion which would be memorialized through a future fee action.
Councilmember Obagi amended his motion to remove the fees from the draft policy.
Mayor Light recognized the motion and the second; invited public comment.
Motion by Councilmember Kaluderovic, seconded by Councilmember Waller, to receive and file material from Ron Maroko.
Ron Maroko, District 3, reported that he has a certificate in Fundraising from UCLA and volunteered to assist if needed; commented that there was no transparency on the
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members of the Subcommittee and questioned what cities were surveyed in the report; reported, and submitted in his materials, that on August 5, 2025, a motion by Councilmember Obagi was made and seconded by Councilmember Waller, regarding the south side of Eaton Park be named in honor of Joe Dawidziak; noted that nothing has moved forward on the item; stated that it has gone through the vetting process, it has gone through PAC, and it’s been referred by Council; commented that he personally does not feel the policy is necessary; hoped that the Council would make the Joe Dawidziak Park as part of their vote that evening.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online and no eComments.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON POTENTIAL SALARY
ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE CITY CLERK, CITY TREASURER AND MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL POSITIONS IN ADVANCE OF THE MARCH 2027
REGULAR ELECTION PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING THE
INTRODUCTION OF SALARY ADJUSTMENT ORDINANCE(S) AT THE
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden provided background information on the item; noted that, in 2005, the City Council created a process that requested a recommendation from the Budget and Finance Commission in regards to the salary adjustments for elected officials; stated that the City Charter requires salary adjustments to be adopted in a City ordinance 30 days prior to the nomination period for an upcoming election; reported that the nomination period for the March 2027 election opens on November 9
th, 2026, so salary changes would need to be adopted by Council by October 6, 2026; said staff is seeking direction regarding bringing an ordinance to the September 15th Council meeting for first reading and to make any desired adjustments; explained that the salaries they were reviewing for the cycle were for the City Clerk, City Treasurer, the Mayor, and City Council positions; noted that the decisions for that evening would determine the salary for each position for the next four years; reviewed the City Clerk’s current salary, noted that it is a full-time position, and receives the same benefits as the Management and Confidential Group; reviewed the City Treasurer’s current salary, noted that it has not changed since 2014, it is considered a department head position, and receives the same benefits as the Management and Confidential Group; reviewed the Mayor and City Council salaries and provided more background information on the adjustments that have been made by legislation; reported that the Mayor and City Council salaries now include the use of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) but not to exceed 10% per calendar year; explained the increases that could be made for Councilmembers in Districts 1, 2, and 4; stated that staff was directed to research adding a communication stipend to the City Council pay but, due to requirements to change salaries, recommended that Council consider increasing the salary by and appropriate amount versus adding a stipend; reported that
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Councilmembers receive 12% of salary and deferred compensation, and the same benefits as the Management and Confidential Group; reported that the Budget and Finance Commission reviewed the information on August 13th and August 27th and recommended adjusting the City Clerk’s salary in the same amounts that City staff receives and made no recommended changes to the City Treasurer or City Council positions; noted that the Commission was provided the same salary survey data as presented in the report that evening; requested that Council review the information and direct staff on any proposed salary changes to be brought back the following week as an ordinance and first reading.
Mayor Light noted that the City Clerk provided a letter in support of the salary increase; asked Eugene Solomon to provide his opinion.
City Treasurer Solomon stated that the nominal value from 2014 is not the same as the current purchasing power of those funds and a cost-of-living adjustment would be prudent.
Mayor Light noted that the budget is tight but was open to the Council’s position; reported that his expenses exceed what he is paid for the job; opined that they could attract more people into the position if it was more budget neutral.
Councilmember Behrendt voiced his rejection of the Budget and Finance Commission’s recommendation; commented that the Commission based their recommendations on inaccurate premise so he cannot adopt it; said he would like to hear from the City Manager on his thoughts regarding the City Clerk and the City Treasurer; thanked HR Director Strickfaden for including the information on SB329 and noted the reasons state and local governments are pushing for an increase for City Council and Mayoral compensation; agreed with Councilmember Obagi on the need to reimburse for community outreach efforts via email blasts and other methods; spoke of adjustments to salaries needing some type of findings to support decisions for them and read something he put together for consideration.
City Manager Witzansky stated that SB329 was created to ensure that elected officials are not absorbing the costs of time and money that are needed for the job; spoke of the intent of the action in 2022 was to try and index the Mayor and Council’s average general time into a minimum wage standard; stated that minimum wage has gone up, attested that the Mayor and Council spend an extraordinary amount of time contrary to what the Budget and Finance Commission shared, noted it is a personal choice but should be acknowledged, and recommended modest, continual adjustments every four years would be appropriate; provided his thoughts on the City Clerk and City Treasurer positions, opined they should both be adjusted and increased, and noted that the City Clerk office has gotten harder over the last few years; pointed out that Redondo Beach maintains its own election cycle which is unique to other organizations; believed the City Clerk position should be treated as a traditional department head position; noted that the City Treasurer position is part-time but also currently warrants some adjustment and should continue to be adjusted at some level of indexed inflation; spoke about what the
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City has done historically when it comes to pay increases; stated that City Clerk Manzano submitted a Blue Folder item regarding an initial adjustment; noted that the City does not have a lot of funds in the current year, they are in a 5% flexible hiring freeze, they did not budget for increases, but they are reviewing all the information in order to consider adjustments or increases; discussed adjustment cycles for the elected officials, what should be taken into consideration, and options available; recommended that the City Council make adjustments to the wages for the Council positions and the other two positions to avoid massive deficits later in the City’s different term arcs.
Mayor Light invited City Treasurer Solomon to share his thoughts regarding the last meeting of the Budget and Finance Commission.
City Treasurer Solomon reported that he provided the Budget and Finance Commission details of the activities he handles in his position as City Treasurer the meeting prior to the August 27th meeting; stated he watched the August 27th meeting and disagreed with the representations made; explained that the Deputy City Treasurer handles a lot of hard work and is incredibly valuable; voiced his disappointment of the comments made by the Commission the evening of August 27th; reviewed items that he is currently handling and items that are happening in the City Treasurer’s department; highlighted items that the City Treasurer’s Department does that bring value to the City; voiced that he could not live on the salary and agreed with Councilmember Behrendt that an incentive is needed for a person to want to take on the City Treasurer role in the future.
Mayor Light asked City Treasurer Solomon if he agreed with Councilmember Behrendt’s assessment of the Budget and Finance Commission.
City Treasurer Solomon responded yes.
Councilmember Waller agreed with the need to adjust the salary to continue to incentivize people to apply in the future and also agreed that an adjustment to the salary should be made to cover reimbursement for communication activities; stated that he did some research over the last four year period and reviewed what he found; opined that everyone should be treated the same; agreed with the City Clerk’s input of an immediate 10% increase, a 3% annual increase, and every four years revisit and true up if necessary.
Councilmember Castle voiced agreement with Councilmembers Behrendt and Waller; suggested that some mechanism needs to be defined and put in place to explain how all of the salaries are adjusted; agreed that the base salaries of the Councilmembers and Mayor should be increased for communications.
Councilmember Obagi stated that he agreed with the City Clerk’s recommendations and formula; noted that City Clerk Manzano indicated that she would be retiring and the salary would have to allow the person to live in Redondo Beach and incentivize them to run for the position; reported that he spends $350 a month on communication; noted that he would term out in two and a half years and feedback from possible qualified
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applicants indicate that the salary would be too low to attract qualified applicants; stated that they need to make the salary enough so that people will decide to run for the office; recognized that it will not offset people’s lost income but needs to be enough that it is not a devasting loss to hold the office; spoke about the importance of communication to constituents while in office; agreed with Councilmember Waller to adopt the same formula proposed by the City Clerk for all the positions and was open to when that takes effect.
Mayor Light asked for a ballpark figure on the number of emails he sends out and asked if it should be different for the Mayor.
Councilmember Behrendt spoke about Government Code 36516 and SB329; reported Mayor and Council are capped at 20% of the current monthly salary, which would be $333 a month; noted that it would not cover everything, but it would cover something over the next four years.
City Manager Witzansky clarified that they could put in future adjustments over the fouryear term.
Discussion followed regarding the percentages and caps for the terms.
Human Resources Director Strickfaden clarified that the next seats that will be adjusted are April 1, 2027, and since the last adjustment was on April 1, 2025, they could do an initial increase of 10%; noted that the 10% would apply to Districts 3 and 5 in 2027 but Districts 1,2, and 4 would not kick in until 2029.
City Manager Witzansky stated that Council could presumably do an initial up to 20% increase, followed by no more than a 5% each year thereafter on the monthly salary.
Standalone motion by Councilmember Behrendt, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to increase the Councilmembers 5% per year for the last four years effective April 1, 2027 for Districts 3 and 5 and then 5% a year thereafter as allowed and then on April 1, 2029 apply it to Districts 1, 2, 4 and the Mayor.
Councilmember Kaluderovic spoke in support of the City Clerk’s proposal in the Blue Folder; asked the City Manager how the City will pay for the increases.
City Manager Witzansky explained that the increases would become effective in the latter part of the current fiscal year and would not have a material impact on the current fiscal year budget; noted that it would impact the 27-28 budget, but they will find a way to absorb them within the City’s revenue structure.
Councilmember Kaluderovic stated that all the Councilmembers send out their own newsletters and suggested they try to address communication in a more holistic and united way; voiced opposition to the stipend for communications, noted that sending separate messages can be confusing for residents; stated that the $300 would not
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make her do her job any different; commented that the divisiveness, the rhetoric, and villainizing political people are the issue and why people do not want to step into the Councilmember role; stated that she did not support a raise for the Council due to the City’s financial situation; voiced support for the City Clerk’s proposed increase.
Councilmember Waller voiced support for the increase to Council; noted that finding people to volunteer their time is difficult and provided examples using his experience with the PTA; opined that Councilmember Behrendt’s motion was too generous.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Waller to increase the City Council by 20% immediately and 3% per year thereafter and 10% immediately for the City Clerk and City Treasurer and 3% per year thereafter.
Discussion followed regarding the feasibility of the increases to the City’s budget, the impact being staggered, and the full force and effect not being realized until the 29-30 fiscal year.
Councilmember Castle seconded the substitute motion made by Councilmember Waller.
Councilmember Behrendt voiced support for the substitute motion.
Mayor Light spoke about the presentation from the SCAG Regional Council Meeting regarding economic projections for Southern California; noted that the forecast was not good and he would get the full report out to the Council.
Mayor Light invited public comment.
Leslie Campeggi, District 2, spoke in support of paying people the maximum that can be afforded; noted that finding qualified people to run city government is not going to be cheap; suggested they find ways to pay for it such as a naming convention for a City facility; suggested making the City Clerk a non-elected position to expand the pool.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online and no eComments.
Councilmember Behrendt stated that findings need to be provided under SB329 and showed on the screen what he drafted.
Discussion followed. Mayor Light preferred not to wordsmith it that evening. City Manager Witzansky said the findings do need to be in the proposed ordinance but that they could refine them up until next Tuesday.
Councilmember Behrendt stated he would just introduce it that evening and send it to the City Clerk.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Waller, to receive and
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file Councilmember Behrendt’s draft.
Mayor Light called the vote for the substitute motion regarding the salaries.
Motion carried 4-1 by voice vote. Councilmember Kaluderovic was opposed.
Mayor Light called the vote for the motion to receive and file.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
N.3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING POSSIBLE UPDATES
TO THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO STREAMLINE BUSINESS
PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS AND ASSOCIATED LAND USE
REGULATIONS
CONTACT: MARC WIENER, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Wiener stated that the item falls under economic development and that there are a few ways the City can make an impact: 1) through the process and customer service, 2) the regulatory aspect of economic development, and 3) the marketing component to economic development; reported that this item falls under regulatory; noted that the City has a goal of attracting new businesses and in order to do that they need to reduce regulatory barriers and make the permitting process easier; noted that staff would be providing the City Council with an overview of the process for business permitting and seeking City Council’s policy direction on potential amendments to the municipal code, which is referred to as the Land Use Table from the City Zoning Code; stated that there are three ways to permit a business to open in the City: 1) Permit-By-Right process, 2) Conditional Use Permit (CUP), and 3) Administrative Use Permit (AUP) process; provided further detail on each of the ways to permit a business; noted that the CUP process includes a hearing before the Planning Commission or the Harbor Commission, it allows the City to apply special conditions to the business operations, but one drawback is the greater uncertainty for the prospective business and the higher cost; stated that the higher cost is for staff time to process a CUP; reported that staff’s analysis showed that approximately 70% of inland portions and about 84% for Coastal commercial zones in the City require a CUP; stressed that the Land Use Table only reflects the uses and the permitting requirements; noted that the Administrative Use Permit is not very common for the City but one key difference is the decision is made by staff but it can be appealed to the Planning Commission and City Council; spoke of the challenges businesses have with the CUP process including the uncertainty of it given the cost and how they handle lease negotiations without the entitlement; provided an example of a business owner going through that challenge currently and stated the City encounters that situation frequently so they wanted to bring it to Council’s attention; stated that many of the uses could be downgraded to the AUP or Permit-By-Right process and get the 70% or 84% down; provided proposed amendments for Council’s consideration which included: personal improvement services, assembly uses, animal grooming businesses, and restaurants larger than
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2,000 sq. ft.; noted that the business owners have to pay close to $4,000 and go before the Planning Commission to open the businesses; explained the reasons for the proposed amendments and the changes they can make to the code in order to build in standards; provided focus areas that they hoped the Council would consider when they look at the table and ways to incentivize certain types of uses that are desired for the Artesia and Aviation Corridors Area Plan (AACAP); suggested they consider relaxing some uses that currently require a CUP and also restricting certain uses along the corridor for businesses that are not conducive of the vision for the AACAP; suggested the Council consider updating the criteria for issuing a CUP for the businesses along the AACAP since it is a unique corridor; stated that staff also recommended creating a separate Land Use Table for the AACAP area that defines the permitting process for the uses; spoke of the Coastal Commercial Zone being another focus area for the City, reiterated that 84% of the uses require a CUP, but recognized it is a specialized area; stated that staff was seeking the Council’s guidance on whether the City should relax some of the permitting requirements for that zone; provided staff’s recommendations as:
1) receive and file the report, 2) provide feedback and policy direction to staff, and 3) consider utilizing the Economic Development Subcommittee to further review the suggested amendments with staff.
Mayor Light noted that mixed use was not included in the presentation and asked Director Wiener if he recommended Council also look at mixed use.
Community Development Director Wiener responded that he agreed and that all the districts, even industrial, should be looked at; recommended that all the Land Use Tables be evaluated.
Mayor Light spoke about needing to establish sound standards in the code regarding workout type studios since music and instruction is amplified.
Community Development Director Wiener stated that they could codify it but for the use he is describing it is defined as Personal Improvement Service and they do need to meet certain noise requirements, which the City could codify.
More discussion followed on the Mayor’s concerns regarding Council providing policy.
Mayor Light asked for the slide with the Proposed Amendments and referenced the Assembly Uses example; stated that there were two concerns for the public: 1) parking and 2) noise; voiced concern that they would not be able to anticipate all the potential impacts to write into a code.
Community Development Director Wiener spoke of those uses being subject to the AUP process, which would still require public notice and give the City the ability to place conditions.
Mayor Light asked what the public noticing would entail.
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Community Development Director Wiener stated the noticing would be anyone within 100 ft. and posted at the site; noted that they could require that it be published similar to a CUP.
Mayor Light agreed with streamlining the process but was also concerned that a CUP stays with a building and a use; provided an example of a situation regarding the Paddle House and the Harbor Commission’s decision negatively impacting public safety since new standards were not imposed to the new business; suggested that they periodically review CUP’s to make sure they are current and relevant.
Community Development Director Wiener stated that staff could investigate a condition for future CUP’s and upon change of business ownership, the new owner would need to apply for a new CUP.
Mayor Light suggested a periodic five-year review by staff to assess changes.
Community Development Director Wiener voiced the challenges in managing and keeping track of that.
More discussion followed regarding the uniqueness of the Pier and Harbor and past situations the City has had with other areas.
Community Development Director Wiener stated that they can amend sections of the code and modify the process.
Mayor Light requested that he and the Council be aware of any AUP’s or CUP’s so they can weigh in on it.
City Manager Witzansky added that staff have an opportunity to update the City’s Use Classification List and create new use types and provide more clarity.
Councilmember Behrendt suggested that if staff has an initial list that they could recommend almost immediate changes to, it would be helpful, and the Council could help work through the list; supported having the Economic Development Subcommittee review the proposed amendments and provide feedback; suggested bifurcating the Planning Commission going through each CUP from the discussion; supported loosening the reins to encourage economic development.
City Manager Witzansky suggested that they identify the obvious immediate changes, come back, recommend an initial amendment to clean up the list, and then work on the more substantive nuances later.
Mayor Light asked if they could have a conditional step that would dictate what type of permit use is needed, establish some objective criteria.
Councilmember Waller asked what the difference in time for staff is between an AUP process and a CUP process.
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Community Development Director Wiener stated that the details were in the Cost of Services Study that was presented to the City Council; noted that they cut down the cost of the CUP from the true cost of $6,000.
Discussion followed regarding the CUP process and that the City loses money with every CUP.
Councilmember Waller asked what the difference in time is for an AUP as opposed to a CUP.
Community Development Director Wiener responded that an AUP typically takes two to three weeks, and a CUP average is between three to four months.
Councilmember Waller commented that people have complained about the difficulties of opening a business in Redondo Beach; supported staff looking doing more AUP’s and less CUP’s; agreed that having the Economic Development Subcommittee review it would be a good idea; commented that having a CUP redone every five years would discourage people from opening a business in Redondo Beach but an AUP would not.
Community Development Director Wiener noted that it has been an issue for business owners to have the CUP reevaluated every three years because of the upfront investment they have put into their business.
City Manager Witzansky added that the process to get a CUP on the Planning Commission agenda is not simple and that there are several procedural steps associated with a CUP; explained the timing of the notices, publishing in the newspaper, and the window with the Planning Commission since they are monthly; noted that an AUP deals with staff and is much more flexible.
Councilmember Waller voiced strong support for the report, having the Economic Development Subcommittee do a thorough dive into categories, land uses, etc.
Mayor Light suggested that they narrow the reviews to things related to public safety.
City Manager Witzansky noted that the Community Development Department has already improved the building permit process/plan check process and what they are focusing on that evening is procedural barriers in the code, which lands in the tables they have presented.
Councilmember Castle asked if business owners could find out what the conditions of use are in the CUP, or the staff’s use permit process, so that they can make a decision on whether to sign a lease or purchase a building.
Community Development Director Wiener responded that dialog with staff would be useful for business owners and staff could also include some provisions that are in the
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code; noted that an AUP has the advantage of working with staff and not the delays in going before a commission or committee.
Councilmember Castle referenced the presentation regarding limiting types of businesses on Artesia and asked if all those types of businesses currently require a CUP.
Community Development Director Wiener responded that those do require a CUP and, because of the uniqueness of Artesia, the City has the AUP process for restaurants in that area.
Councilmember Obagi thanked Director Wiener for his continued excellent work and dedication to streamlining business and development in Redondo Beach.
Discussion followed regarding CUP’s rarely being denied but that it does add time to the process of opening a business.
Motion by Councilmember Castle, seconded by Councilmember Waller, to receive and file the report and utilize the Economic Development Subcommittee for further review of suggested modifications.
Wayne Craig, Planning Commission, provided examples of situations that had gone to the Planning Commission and noted that sometimes things are not easy to figure out in the City; stated that it would be helpful to go on the website and find a checklist of things that are needed; agreed that streamlining the process would be helpful and relaxing some of the restrictions would make sense in some situations.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online and no eComments.
Teresa Mitchell, District 4, supported the change; reported that she spends a lot of time looking at codes in different cities, she has projects in six different municipalities, and the unusual thing about Redondo Beach is that almost everything is a discretionary permit; stated that she has not experienced that in any other city and it is a deal breaker when six months to a year is added due to a discretionary permit; stated that if the City wants to attract more businesses they should think about having a more ministerial table.
Assistant City Clerk Kalish reported no one online and no eComments.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky reported there would be a meeting next Tuesday and on the third Tuesday of the month; noted that they would discuss the Seaside Lagoon Project and there would be a Special Audit Committee meeting preceding the Council meeting
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next Tuesday; reminded everyone that there would be no meeting Tuesday the 22nd and they would have Commission orientation on the 29th.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS - None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Motion by Councilmember Waller, seconded by Councilmember Behrendt, to send to the Public Works, Safety, and Sustainability Commission a discussion on the prohibition of motorized vehicles on sidewalks and include whether Riviera Village can ban it without putting up signs.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
Councilmember Kaluderovic requested a discussion around public records requests, the process, transparency, providing more clarity, and creating a refined framework for it.
City Manager Witzansky stated that the City Clerk’s office, his team, and the City Attorney’s office have been working to identify ways to streamline and provide a consistent customer service response; noted that hundreds of requests come in short amounts of time and processing cannot be done immediately; stated that staff can do a presentation and have a public discussion on it.
Motion by Councilmember Kaluderovic, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to have a discussion and presentation by staff including the City Attorney’s office on public records requests and what the City’s obligations are with the Public Records Act.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
Councilmember Obagi asked to have the audio in the library checked.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - None
R.1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
Name of case:
Redondo Beach City Employee Association v. City of Redondo Beach Case No: LA-CE-1892-M
R.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
Name of case:
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Cornelia Blakely v. City of Redondo Beach, and Does 1 through 25, inclusive Case Number: 24TRCV02937
R.3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Elizabeth Hause, Waterfront & Community Services Director Katherine Buck, Waterfront & Economic Development Manager PROPERTY:
207 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(a portion of APN: 7503-029-903) NEGOTIATING PARTIES: Christopher Bredesen UNDER NEGOTIATION: Lease Terms
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION – None
T. ROLL CALL – None
U. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS - None
V. ADJOURNMENT – 9:37 P.M.
Motion by Councilmember Waller, seconded by Councilmember Castle, to adjourn the meeting at 9:37 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0 by voice vote.
The next meeting of the City Council of the City of Redondo Beach will be an Adjourned Regular meeting to be held at 4:00 p.m. (Closed Session) and a Regular meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. (Open Session) on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in the Redondo Beach City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
All written comments submitted via eComment are included in the record and available for public review on the City website.
Respectfully submitted:
Eleanor Manzano, CMC
City Clerk