Monthly Archives: February 2023

MB Weekly 02/23/2023

GREENBERG CHOSEN FOR MBUSD SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERSHIP:

At a special meeting, Bruce Greenberg was appointed to the Manhattan Beach Unified School District. Jason Boxer’s position will be filled by Greenberg after he resigned in January. The cost of a special election, which the L.A. County Registrar estimated at $879,000, led the board to opt for an appointment procedure.

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Local residents Heather Kim & Heidi Rayden, along with Kim’s four children, created a “reimagined” blue line flag, presenting it to the Mayor in last week’s city council meeting requesting the city display it in the Police Department lobby windows. “The blue line flag has been unfairly mischaracterized by the media. In an effort to unite our community and show much needed public support for MBPD we reimagined the flag with hearts and an abundance of love & gratitude for our heroic officers who risk their lives to keep us safe. Who couldn’t accept a flag adorned with hearts and made by local kids …?!” said Rayden. (Heather Kim (L) & Heidi Rayden (R))

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Gerry Morton

CEO of NutriScience Corporation

Q: WHEN DID YOU FIRST ARRIVE IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I was born and raised in Manhattan Beach. I moved away for boarding school when I was 16 (followed by College and 6 years in Silicon Valley) then moved back when I was 27 and have lived here ever since.

Q: WHAT MADE YOU SELECT MANHATTAN BEACH AS YOUR HEADQUARTERS?
A: Is there really anyplace on earth that’s preferable? If there is then I haven’t found it.

Q: HOW DID YOU FORM YOUR ENERGY FIRST COMPANY, AND WHAT IS ITS PRINCIPAL MISSION?
A: After doing the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon (my fourth) in 2001, I got tired of constantly searching for premium, organic nutrition products that had low/no sugar yet were natural/organic. I formed EnergyFirst (www.energyfirst.com) to address that need. Our ProEnergy Protein, Greenergy Superfood, Prefuel Pre-Workout, and Permalean Protein Bars form the foundation of that offering. 888-88-ENERGY.

Q: WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF RUNNING YOUR BUSINESS?
A: Staying ahead of the science to ensure we offer the very best quality, all the time. Raw material availability, our market, and the marketing continue to evolve and we work hard to stay at the forefront in each of those areas.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: Casablanca. Hands down.

Q: DESCRIBE YOUR EXPERIENCE AS PRESIDENT OF THE MANHATTAN BEACH ROTARY CLUB?
A: I love our Manhattan Beach Rotary Club! Serving as President has given me the opportunity to engage with our members and the community in ways far beyond what I was able to do before. We get 80 of the most engaged, enthusiastic people in Manhattan Beach for breakfast every Monday morning to connect with each other and hear from a consistently great lineup of speakers. Most of us couldn’t think of a better way to start our week.

www.nutriscience.com

by City Councilwoman Amy Howorth: We need to feel safe in our community. And one of the things that we always pride ourselves on is ‘no call is too small,’ right? I think what we’re seeing with crime trends, for whatever reasons, is the calls are getting a little bigger. Accordingly, so should our police department.

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by Mayor-Pro tem Richard Montgomery: Someone asked, can you afford this $1.5 million? (for the extra police officers) The opposite. The answer should be, we cannot afford not to do it.

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MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach

Deborah Hofreiter … Educator
Kelley Misetich … MB Chamber Of Commerce
Lisa Hirsch-Solomon … The Studio (MDR)
Stewart Fournier … Realtor

“WOULD YOU RATHER” INTERVIEWS

WOULD YOU RATHER HAVE A COMPLETELY AUTOMATED HOME OR A SELF-DRIVING CAR?
Deborah Hofreiter –A completely automated home; don’t trust self driving cars
Kelley Misetich –Self Driving Car
Lisa Hirsch-Solomon –Completely automated home
Stewart Fournier –Home Automation

WOULD YOU RATHER NEVER BE STUCK IN TRAFFIC AGAIN OR NEVER GET ANOTHER COLD?
Deborah Hofreiter –Never be stuck in traffic
Kelley Misetich –Never get stuck in traffic again
Lisa Hirsch-Solomon –Never be stuck in traffic again
Stewart Fournier –Never get a cold. Audio books in traffic.

WOULD YOU RATHER LIVE ON THE BEACH OR IN A CABIN IN THE WOODS?
Deborah Hofreiter –On the beach, hence MB
Kelley Misetich –Live on the Beach
Lisa Hirsch-Solomon –Live on the beach
Stewart Fournier –Beach

WOULD YOU RATHER BE COMPLETELY INVISIBLE FOR ONE DAY OR BE ABLE TO FLY FOR ONE DAY?
Deborah Hofreiter –Be invisible for a day – such fun!!
Kelley Misetich –Be able to fly for one day
Lisa Hirsch-Solomon –Be able to fly for one day
Stewart Fournier –Fly

WOULD YOU RATHER TRAVEL THE WORLD FOR A YEAR, ALL EXPENSES PAID OR HAVE $40,000 TO SPEND ON WHATEVER YOU WANT?
Deborah Hofreiter –Travel the world
Kelley Misetich –Travel the world for a year, all expenses paid
Lisa Hirsch-Solomon –Travel the world for a year, all expenses paid
Stewart Fournier –Travel

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Expanding Slay’s Restaurant Empire:

Pa-Do was acquired by someone who has made a significant impact on the local dining scene quickly after it closed shortly after the departure of original chef Al Kim. Slay French Bistro is the new moniker, and the menu now includes dishes such as stuffed grape leaves cooked in tomato and lemon sauce, lamb shank with pomegranate molasses, and duck confit with satsumas. David Slay did not specify when the transition will take place.

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Stewart Fournier

It is unaffordable to build affordable housing in Manhattan Beach. Why? Because the land value in our City is among the highest in Los Angeles County per square footage, profitability has been nonexistent for developers for decades. The exception to this rule is when a small percentage of units in a development are designated as low-income. That has been the option for any developer since 1979. Only recently has one developer exercised that option in over 40 years. There are very few lots in Manhattan Beach that offer the same variables. The most radical property law (SB9) available for anyone for well over a year allows for multiple homes on existing single-family (R1) lots. If that change had been significant for developers, they would have been gearing strategic plans well before the law was in place. As of this writing, ZERO permits have been pulled at the Manhattan Beach Planning Dept to build multiple units on R1 lots. The two most extreme property markets of rise and decline in less than a year significantly indicate how unremarkable SB9 will affect our town.

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MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Eleven Mira Costa High School students have been named 2023 National Merit Scholarship finalists! In September 2022, these students were selected as semi-finalists in this competition. Way to go! The following students will now be considered for National Merit Scholarship Awards in 2023. Benjamin Blum, Andrew Cherry, Karyn Fu, Karyn Fukumoto, Tucker Anthony Gauss, Ethan Harrison, Alexander Holcomb, Heather Jensen, Cindy Lin, Dashiell Rumble, Jacob Tan. The selection of nearly 7,250 Merit Scholarship winners from the group of more than 15,000 finalists is underway.

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Benjamin

A Resident of Manhattan Beach since 2021.

MB WEEKLY – TELL YOUR STORY:

Dating in Manhattan Beach?

Buzzwords like “breadcrumbing,” “zombie-ing,” and, of course, “ghosting” are all part of the dating lexicon. However, terminology from psychology like “love bombing,” “gaslighting,” and “trauma bonding” have also crept into everyday language in recent years. Users of the well-known dating service Hinge can still upload selfies while wearing sunglasses and declare their passion for espresso martinis. However, kids may now react to questions like “My therapist would say I___,” “A boundary of mine is___,” and “Therapy just taught me___.”

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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by David Lesser

What I promise this community is this: Like every other council member here, I represent the entire community; whether you voted for me or not, whether I agree with your opinion or not, I care what you have to say, I value your opinion. I want to hear your opinion. While we may not always agree, my first instinct is to see where we can find collaboration. What I would ask in return is that for all of us to be mindful of the divisive times in which we live and to think about how we can help, particularly in our community which has so many gifts. How can we help make this the community that we all want to live in?

www.manhattanbeach.gov/government/city-council

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Meet Little Willow of Manhattan Beach who is in the Top 10 and on her way to the coveted title of America’s Favorite Pet. Willow is grateful for all her supporters and votes she has received thus far.

MB WEEKLY – CARTOON:

“Listen, kid – in Manhattan Beach … great power comes with a great tan!”

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MB – BULLETIN BOARD:


1. ** Your lack of empathy at #QuickStopMarket&Liquor made me very disappointed in humanity. —- Heather M., Redondo Beach

2. ** I’d like to thank Manhattan Beach’s dog park department for maintaining Valley. After maintenance, it’s great to go. —- Clark R., Manhattan Beach

3. ** George is the best waiter at Mercado in Manhattan Village. —- Sandra P., Manhattan Beach

4. ** I recently finished cancer treatment and was having coffee with a friend to celebrate. The barista must have overheard part of our conversation or something, because as we were sitting there chatting, he came over and handed me a gift card. He said, ‘I know it’s not much, but it’s a small token of my congratulations.’ —- Hilda S., Manhattan Beach

5. ** Turkey’s earthquake deaths outweigh Manhattan Beach’s population. —- Dominik S., Manhattan Beach

6. ** I love MB Bristol Farms. It was assaulted because it symbolizes the comfortable South Bay life: wide open, pleasant, nicely planned out, inviting, friendly and venerable. The criminals are on offense, neighbors. —- Toni N., Redondo Beach

7. ** My Prius catalytic converter was stolen last night. Frustrating. My dog and security system were silent. Thieves left in two minutes. Be careful. —- (Name withheld by request), Hermosa Beach

8. ** I hate Guinea pigs! —- Ashley A., Manhattan Beach

9. ** In his farewell address, there was a warning. Reagan said this – all of our accomplishments could vanish into the ether if we forget American history and our heroes, and I think we’re still in the situation that Reagan described in 1989. —- Judith R., Manhattan Beach

10. ** Honest to God, I haven’t eaten a baloney sandwich in over 30 years. —- Ira P., El Segundo

11. ** Nando Trattoria is an exceptional dining experience. The service is impeccably attentive, and the food is the same amazing culinary excellence we experienced in Italy. As a patron who travels to experience Michelin-rated restaurants. Dario and Alessio should be proud of what they have accomplished. —- Don O.

12. ** On Tuesday, February 7, the Manhattan Beach City Council voted 5-0 to approve hiring seven police officers and three new staff members. So there will be a total of 72 police officers. It’s nice to see the City Council approving something that should help the community with safety. But honestly, this is long, long overdue! —- Sandra C., Manhattan Beach

13. ** Is it true that a homeless man is masturbating in front of Hennessey’s in Manhattan Beach regularly, and the police have done nothing? —- Sharon H., Manhattan Beach

14. ** British subjects and their European peers have largely traded personal freedom for government-funded health care, education, and pensions, as they fork over most of their earnings to the taxman. That’s what the American left wants. You lose significant take-home pay through taxation, and the swamp rats in Washington will take care of you. But they won’t because they’re rats.

15. ** The Rockefeller Manhattan Beach. New Menu Items. Happy Hour is Back. Open for Lunch Daily and Brunch on Friday/Saturday and Sundays —- www.EatRockerfeller.com

16. ** Way too many Super Bowl ads —- Wallace P., Hermosa Beach

17. ** The American Martyrs School 5k Run/Walk and Wellness Expo attracts over 1,000 individuals annually. —- Howard M., Manhattan Beach

18. ** Manhattan Beach Unified School District’s new Apple and Android app improves parent and community participation. —- Mallory M., Manhattan Beach

19. ** The Mira Costa High School cheer team placed second in its division at the UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship this weekend. The team’s sixth championship and first medal. Yeah, from proud grandparents. —- A & G Holland

20. ** We’ve recently seen a rise in reports regarding telephone scams. —- MB Police Department

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MB Weekly 02/16/2023

MB Council Requests Begg Pool Replacement Proposals:

The neighborhood wants a new, bigger, and better Begg Pool, according to a survey. Recently, Manhattan Beach City Council ordered staff to request proposals for a new Begg Pool. TrueNorth Research’s October study, presented at Tuesday’s Council meeting, found 35.4% of locals “extremely interested” in a new aquatics center and 20.7% “somewhat interested.”

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Mira Costa senior Will Householter led the way in the win over Brentwood. Feel free to share your photographs. Send to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Jefferson Graham

Writer-Photographer, “PhotowalksTV” host

Q: HOW DID YOU DISCOVER MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: Uncle Jed. I interviewed Buddy Ebsen about a “Beverly Hillbillies” TV special when I was at USA TODAY and we met in Redondo Beach. I drove here from Culver City down Vista del Mar and fell in love. Three months later we were living here.

Q: FAVORITE MB RESTAURANT?
A: Sweetgreens at Manhattan Village.

Q: BEST PHOTO SPOT?
A: I say every year I’ll never take another picture of the Pier again, but then I break my resolution. I can’t help it. It’s too gorgeous.

Q: THREE HIDDEN PHOTO SPOTS THAT PEOPLE DON’T APPLAUD ENOUGH?
A: The murals outside Baskin-Robbins, El Tarasco on Rosecrans and the sun painting on the Manhattan Avenue garage.

Q: IF YOU COULD LIVE ANYWHERE ELSE, WHERE WOULD IT BE?
A: I wouldn’t leave Manhattan Beach, but if they ran me out of town, I’d pick Carmel by the Sea.

Q: WOULD YOU LIKE TO PLUG PHOTOWALKSTV?
A: Thanks for asking. New episodes of the travel series post every Saturday on YouTube. I’ve brought people on virtual photowalks and shown iPhone camera tricks all over the South Bay, France, New Mexico, Oregon and Spain. We’re going to Japan in March.

www.photowalkstv.com

By MB Police Chief Rachel Johnson

“… this additional staff would allow us to meet some of our community requests for more engagement. I’d like to see more officers on bicycles. I would like to see more officers on foot … We need additional staffing to arrest career criminals and to conduct surveillance and other means to provide a shorter path from investigation to arrest. We are certainly able to do that now, but this would increase our bandwidth and our capacity to do that more efficiently. … The addition of a full-time bicycle patrol consisting of four officers would allow us to have the consistent, focused engagement of our community,” [MBPD Chief Rachel Johnson] told the Council. “ …This bicycle patrol will provide high visibility in residential and commercial areas while also patrolling areas that are difficult to patrol on vehicles, such as the bike path, high-density traffic locations, and small streets and alleys. They’d have essentially the same function as patrol officers – they’ll just be on bicycles. It allows them to slow down and see more things than you can take in in a car. It allows them to get off their bikes and walk a little bit here and there to see what things are going on in our community. So you will see more people in the field through our bicycle patrol.”

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Slay Steak & Fish House:

Steaks served with a twice baked potato & vegetable of the day.

www.slaysteakandfishhouse.com

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Lisa Hirsch-Solomon

Founder & CEO of The Studio (MDR)

Q: WHAT IS THE STUDIO (MDR)?
A: The Studio (MDR) is a vibrant, boutique fitness studio. We are a class-based studio that practices the Lagree Method. Lagree is a full body workout similar to Pilates but with a more athletic approach on a machine called a Megaformer. We have 4 locations on the westside of L.A. and a brand-new studio in Manhattan Beach.

Q: WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO OPEN ONE IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I live in Manhattan Beach plus I feel that the community is a perfect location for The Studio (MDR) because of its healthy, active community thirsty for a great workout with exceptional client service.

Q: WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THIS STUDIO?
A: The Studio (MDR) is a non-judgmental community where people can be vulnerable, motivated, and honest. Whether you are a busy professional keeping in shape, a mom squeezing in a workout between carpools, a finely tuned pro-athlete, a fitness fanatic, or a cancer survivor trying to find strength and confidence in recovery, our studios provide a warm, safe, and fun place to workout and be part of a great community. This moving meditation helps to improve overall health by pushing people past perceived limits to achieve their ultimate potential.

Q: WHERE WERE YOU BORN?
A: New York City at NYU Hospital.

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: That’s hard to choose just one … Life is Beautiful, Good Will Hunting, Pretty in Pink.

Q: WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING ASPECT OF RUNNING YOUR BUSINESS?
A: Labor. It is essential that we have enough instructors to teach classes and great front desk staff to greet and serve our clients. Without them, we cannot add more classes to the schedule and service our clients.

www.thestudiomdr.com

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MB WEEKLY – READER POLL:

71% SUPPORT COYOTE TRAPPING IN MANHATTAN BEACH

According to a random sampling of thousands and thousands of our readers, 71% of MB Weekly readers support a decision to begin trapping coyotes that are causing fear to residents of the city of late. “It’s a matter of common sense and safety,” said one long-time Manhattan Beach homeowner. “People and their pets are infinitely more valuable than wild animals that prey on both.”

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Readers Respond To Dario Vullo:

On Verdict To Close Outdoor Dining In Our City

** I agree completely with Dario. I am in shock that MB would close down outdoor dining. Both myself and my friends still insist that we can only eat at restaurants if we can eat outdoors. I have a risk factor of asthma if I were to get COVID. I have worked very hard meeting with friends and family outdoors as much as possible and I have yet to get COVID because of these precautions. I am a psychologist, and I continue to see my clients frequently getting COVID and some continue to have very severe long-term COVID effects. Many cities I know are making outdoor dining a permanent part of the city, which is how it should be. I will not be going to any indoor dining restaurants in Manhattan Beach in the future. —- Dr. Melissa Robertson

** I am also very disappointed with the decision to stop the outdoor dining. Over the last two years or so, it has delighted me to see all the outdoor seating arrangements. People love sitting outside. It added something to our small town. We had a European vibe. And the major reason is that our local restaurants were able to survive, in some cases just barely. To take that away, we lose some of the charm of downtown Manhattan Beach. —- Dominique “Nikki” Ridley, Manhattan Beach

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Spinning vinyl in Manhattan Beach. Feel free to share your photographs. Send to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Riley

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People From Manhattan Beach

Athletes – Hockey

Rob Blake: former defenseman and current executive for the Los Angeles Kings
Dustin Brown: right winger for the Los Angeles Kings; given key to the city by Mayor Wayne Powell
Marc Crawford: former head coach for the Los Angeles Kings
Pavol Demitra: forward for the Minnesota Wild
Jason Doig: former NHL defenseman
Nelson Emerson: former NHL right winger; head of development for the Los Angeles Kings
Alexander Frolov: hockey player for the Los Angeles Kings
Marián Gáborík: former forward for the Los Angeles Kings
Tim Gleason: defenseman for the Carolina Hurricanes
Ron Hextall: former goaltender for the Philadelphia Flyers; former GM for the Flyers
Anže Kopitar: captain, center and Western Conference all-star for the Los Angeles Kings
Dean Lombardi: President and CEO of Los Angeles Kings
Glen Murray: former right winger for the Boston Bruins
Jonathan Quick: goaltender for the Los Angeles Kings
Mike Richards: center for the Los Angeles Kings
Luc Robitaille: President and CEO, Los Angeles Kings, former hockey star
Mathieu Schneider: former NHL hockey player
John Stevens: head coach of the Los Angeles Kings
Darryl Sutter: former head coach of the Los Angeles Kings
Ľubomír Višňovský: former defenseman for the Los Angeles Kings

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Sara Garcia

Truth be told, Manhattan Beach is geographically connected to the once-great city of Los Angeles. Tragically, however, over the past few years, Los Angeles has descended into an atmosphere of violence, chaos, and severe decline. The main reason is that progressives think that influencing law enforcement agendas can and should be done to fulfill social justice concerns. The urge to redress unfavorable outcomes in economics, politics, education, race, sex, and even healthcare drives social justice zealots. However, it is simpler to prevent crime, maintain public order, and defend law-abiding citizens than they realize. They naively fail to appreciate the objective of criminal law – to prevent crime and protect innocent people.

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MB WEEKLY – READER COMMENT:

Frankly, it is refreshing to read a weekly publication that is independent and without bias. Congratulations MB Weekly. —- Marion H., Manhattan Beach

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HAVE YOU BEEN LIED TO ON AN ONLINE DATE?

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MB – BULLETIN BOARD:


1. ** The Effects of Poor Customer Service on Loyalty —- www.BrokenWindowsBook.com

2. ** Have others heard about Sand Dune park graffiti? —- Lindy H., Manhattan Beach

3. ** I love popcorn. —- Davy J., El Segundo

4. ** Outdoor Dining Task Force application … We’re seeking residents and businesses to assist the City in envisioning the future of long-term outdoor dining. Get involved and make a difference in the Manhattan Beach dining experience. Deadline to apply is Friday, February 24, 2023, at 5 p.m. Visit our website for more information and to apply, click here. —- Downtown Manhattan Beach

5. ** Cool books —- www.BeverlyPalmBooks.com

6. ** I loathe my neighbor’s dog’s loud early barking! —- Amy L., Manhattan Beach

7. ** Los Angeles, I can’t wait to perform for you all at the iconic Greek Theatre this Fall on September 17th & 19th. Tickets now on sale. —- The Office of Van Morrison

8. ** I can’t stand big-mouth LeBron James. —- Kevin P., Manhattan Beach

9. ** Our local gas companies cannot incompetently or greedily raise prices like way. Illegal monopolistic price gouging. —- Randi J., Manhattan Beach

10. ** Interesting that the request and approval of new police officers mirror what city council candidate, Mark Burton, was advocating for during last November’s election. I know he is too nice to say it, but if I were him, I would say, “I told you so!” —- Paul Wafer

11. ** The long overdue decision to hire more police in Manhattan Beach by the City Council, City Manager, and Police Chief is a good day for our community and a bad day for criminals. —- Victoria A., Manhattan Beach

12. ** We recorded a package thief. Someone searched around our neighbor’s mailbox, then walked past our gate, down our alleyway, and removed my item. He opened it and flung his unwanted clothes in our neighbor’s yard. Criminals know they can get away with this, so they do it. Again and again and again! —- Lois S., Manhattan Beach

13. ** Can someone please explain why it took so incredibly long for the city to hire the seven extra police officers that were needed for a long time? Are the city leaders blind? —- Martin J., Manhattan Beach

14. ** There are more than 100 pediatric gender clinics across the U.S. I worked at one. What’s happening to children is morally and medically appalling. —- Lance H., Manhattan Beach

15. ** I hate the smell of pot! —- Sissy M., Manhattan Beach

16. ** Crime Car Flippers. It’s standard now. Lock your doors, neighbors! Three hooded men examined our entire street! —- Lauren Z., Manhattan Beach

17. ** OMG I love the “stop and stare” at 6th and Valley. If I’m not mistaken, I think this was put there (finally) because of the guy on next door who lives adjacent to the corner and has been posting videos of people brazenly running this stop sign ALL THE TIME, even with the publicity on Nextdoor and other venues. I can’t wait to see how people desensitize to this huge sign and simply keep blowing through the stop sign (hope the guy posts follow-up videos). We’ll see. I do hope it works though! People. It’s just a thin yellow line that keeps society survivable. We assume people will not cross over that line and hit us head on. Somehow this has been lost with stop signs … someone’s gonna die. —- Susan Boettner, Manhattan Beach

18. ** Sneezing can be used as sonar to find polite people. —- Janice H., Manhattan Beach

19. ** George Foreman made millions by telling people that it’s okay to cook steak on a panini press. —- Lawrence K., Manhattan Beach

20. ** The Manhattan Beach City Council voted 5-0 to hire seven police officers and three staff employees on February 7; 72 police officers will serve. It’s good to see the City Council approve a safety measure. Long overdue. —- Dr. Gary B., Manhattan Beach

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MB Weekly Bonus Edition 02/12/2023

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Southern California Gas Co. said in late December that customers can expect to see their bills almost triple this winter compared to last year, warning in no uncertain terms that: “There’s no easy way to put this. January bills are likely to be shockingly high.”

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Owner at Tapizôn restaurant’s one-year anniversary party in El Segundo.

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Wild bike in Manhattan Beach. Feel free to share your photographs. Send to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

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Retired professional boxer Cedric Jones was one of the panelists at the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce’s 3rd annual virtual UNITY in the Community event recently.

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Desk and bed in Manhattan Beach. Feel free to share your photographs. Send to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

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Lisa Solomon owner of The Studio (mdr).

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Crazy woodwork in Manhattan Beach. Feel free to share your photographs. Send to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

MB WEEKLY – READER RESPONSE:

Do Thank-You Notes Still Matter?

** Thank you notes matter more than ever today. In a world that is all about the tap back’ and fast digital dopamine hits, the written word, on an excellent hand-delivered paper stock, means more than ever before. It was expected when it was the only way (only a decade ago) to send a note, but today it’s a true delight when you receive one. These notes convey the emotion and human touch we are missing in 2023. —- Erik Logan Toppenberg, Chief Executive Officer, World Surf League (WSL)

** Thank you notes matter more than ever. AI has taken over our lives so much it’s hard to feel relevant. We have all been trained to be on hold or stand in line to move forward. Did you know that until the 70s, putting someone on hold at all was considered rude behavior? Thank you notes are the only proof someone was really thinking of you. —- Stewart Fournier, realtor

** As a society, we have become lax in our communication skills. It has become easy to hide behind a keyboard and comment on social media, bang out a quick quip of a remark that may sting so that we feel clever. Thank you notes matter. Handwritten notes are best. We as a society have recently been dismayed at the attitudes of people driving selfishly as if STOP signs and speed limits were a suggestion. We are aghast when people stare at their phones rather than chat with table mates at dinner. Thank you notes matter. Handwritten notes are best. I don’t know anyone who has ever been disappointed in the personal connection made by someone jotting down a follow-up note of appreciation acknowledging a person’s time, experience, or advice. Thank you notes allow both the writer and recipient to reflect and appreciate one another. —- Rita Crabtree-Kampe, philanthropist

** Manners have meaning. People feel good when they know what they did was appreciated. Being too busy means you are less likely to have repeat business or be offered more than one kindness. It takes little time or money, so why wouldn’t you say thank you? Did manners suddenly become passe because we’re too busy, too important, or have too much ego? If the world isn’t kind, a thank-you note makes it less so. —- Phil Cook, business owner

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** Ads are a complete waste of time. I will pay for the streaming service if it has compelling content. —- Phillip Cook, business owner

** I’d like to be given the option… if I knew the cost I’d be able to make a more informed decision. —- Ed Kushins, entrepreneur

** Free with ads. —- Patricia Jones, philanthropist

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11. ** Let’s be honest; any pet owner that calls their dog or cat a “fur baby” needs a psychiatrist. —- Arlene F., Manhattan Beach

12. ** CVS pharmacy in Manhattan Village is now closed for lunch. Urrgh! Annoying. —- Howie S., Manhattan Beach

13. ** Something to think about. My friend Robin dropped out of both Twitter and Nextdoor, saying, “I don’t have to be complicit in the culture of bitterness, anger, and time-wasting.” —- Glenn S., Manhattan Beach

14. ** Our house was burglarized as we slept. A window allowed the intruder. Ring captured it all. I am sick and tired of listening to the denial crowd that naively says we don’t have a crime problem! —- Lucy Z., Hermosa Beach

15. ** The House of Representatives voted recently to remove Representative Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee over her long history of making antisemitic remarks. Amen! Why this took so long is dispiriting. —- Lawrence S., Manhattan Beach

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