Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Redondo Beach public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
17 issues in general
Holiday light display street closure
Avenue H at Doris Way would close temporarily from late November through early January for the annual Torrance neighborhood holiday light display, with traffic and trash measures planned.
North Redondo Beach Farmers Market Initiative
The six-month pilot market on Green Lane has been a hit — library visits are up and a developer-grade gathering spot is forming. The council extended it year-round and will pursue $35,000 removable bollards so volunteers stop hauling heavy barricades weekly.
Cryogenic Storage Tank Height Variance
A resident with LNG expertise warned that proposed industrial gas tanks near Manhattan Beach Blvd lack a completed hazard analysis — LA County declined, saying it only covers first responders — calling the risk 'high-consequence, low-frequency.'
Homeless shelter funding amendment
The council renewed funding for the Pallet shelter through March 2027, and the city was certified 'functional zero' for homelessness for the third straight year, with an average 17-day street stay.
Homelessness Services and Bridge Housing
The council was scheduled to authorize the Mayor to sign a letter opposing an L.A. County Board of Supervisors motion by Supervisor Lindsey Horvath on how county homelessness programs are governed.
Gun Store Regulation
A city supervisor wants to investigate a local gun store because the weapon used in an assassination attempt on President Trump was purchased there. She's pushing for stricter regulations, pointing to a history of guns from this store appearing in crimes.
Franklin Park Playground Replacement
The city is replacing the aging playground equipment at Franklin Park with a brand-new setup costing nearly $395,000, using an expedited maintenance exemption.
Legal Dispute Resolution
Big win for Redondo Beach! A developer just dropped a lawsuit, meaning the city can stop wasting time and money fighting in court. This frees up resources to actually get things done for the community.
Beach Regulations
Redondo Beach is putting a stop to digging big holes on the sand. They're worried about people, especially after dark, tripping and getting injured in abandoned holes.
City Charter Status
Redondo Beach is a "chartered" city, which means it has more control over its own affairs, like fighting off state housing laws. One resident thinks Manhattan Beach should become chartered too, to get the same power.
Builder's Remedy lawsuit
Redondo Beach got sued and lost, meaning developers can now build more housing, even if it doesn't fit our city's vision. This ruling could open the floodgates for projects across the state that follow housing laws.
DUI checkpoint
Redondo Beach police are rolling out a DUI checkpoint this Saturday. So, if you're planning on hitting the sauce, make sure you have a sober ride home – otherwise, you could be facing a stop.
Coyote Management
Seeing more coyotes in Redondo Beach? The city's cooking up a new plan to manage the growing population. It's a tough nut to crack, but they're working on it.
Power Plant Project Denial
Redondo Beach city leaders have once again rejected a proposed power plant. This decision keeps the debate over the city's energy future heating up.
Growth Control Debate
Redondo Beach officials are fighting tooth and nail against new development, and some emails reveal a pretty ugly side to the debate. It's a peek behind the curtain at how local leaders are trying to control the city's growth.
Ethics Violation
A Redondo Beach councilman is facing a disciplinary hearing with the State Bar. This raises questions about his ability to continue serving the city effectively.
Power Plant Closure
The big AES power plant on the Redondo Beach waterfront is closing down soon. This means we need to figure out how to keep the lights on and what to do with that prime real estate.