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MB Weekly 06/01/2023

MB WEEKLY – READER POLL:
AS SUMMER APPROACHES, OUTDOOR DINING REMAINS POPULAR – 61% FAVOR SOME FORM OF OUTDOOR DINING IN MANHATTAN BEACH

As the warm weather of summer approaches, MB Weekly readers voted by a margin of 61% in favor to restore some form of outdoor dining in Manhattan Beach. Though the topic remains controversial among assorted retail merchants, the idea of restoring some form of outdoor dining remains popular with the general public, especially in the summer months.

“I think outdoor dining should be re-instated quickly. I’m told COVID-19 is over but the long term after effects are not. It needs to be back, it needs to be beneficial for residents, retail and restaurants equally,” said acclaimed MB Chef David Slay.

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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Joe Franklin

MB City Councilman

It all happened so quickly. A few seconds before I was standing, straddling my road bike on the Ballona Creek bridge, the turnaround point of my usual morning bike ride. An instant later, I was looking at the sky trying to understand why my head hurt so much and my ears were ringing. People gathered around and gingerly helped me sit up. It turns out, the pedal stem broke and I dropped like a rock to the ground. My head had hit the edge of the curb, shattering my bicycle helmet. It was an accident which could have caused serious brain injury, and possibly death if I had not been wearing my helmet. An average cyclist’s head is 5 to 6 feet off the ground. Falling is a recipe for a serious head injury. eBikes add additional weight and speed to the equation. The odds of a mishap injuring the rider or bystanders increases when eBikes are ridden by children.

May is National Bicycle Safety month and last year at this time the City of Manhattan Beach undertook the task of teaching school age children Bicycle Safety and the Rules of the Road. Talented and eager student volunteers, parents and the Manhattan Beach Police Department School Resource Officers created an engaging, entertaining, and informative 25-minute presentation. Presentations were made to assemblies at Manhattan Beach elementary schools, the Middle School, American Martyrs and soon at Mira Costa. We had a booth at the 2022 Hometown Fair and trained the entire group of 2,400 children enrolled in the Junior Guards. Over 6,000 students received the training in the past year. It is time for increased enforcement. And I encourage residents to do their part and call out good behavior in young riders to reinforce the safety lessons. Let’s help them do the right thing.

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MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Tim Hageman

Behind The Line Podcast

Q: SHARE YOUR RECORD OF SERVICE IN PUBLIC SAFETY IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I served in the law enforcement profession from 1988 to 2021. Thirty of those years were with the Manhattan Beach Police Department. As a police officer, I worked several assignments: patrol, detectives, SWAT Team, Crisis Negotiations Team, DUI Team, and School Resource Officer to name a few. As a sergeant, I worked in patrol as a Field Sergeant and Watch Commander and served three years in Personnel & Training. As a lieutenant, I was assigned to patrol as a Watch Commander and then to Administration. As the Administrative Lieutenant I was responsible for: Personnel & Training, Investigations, Community Affairs, Department Policy, Internal Affairs, Claims Investigations, Records Section, and the budget. I spent my last nine years as a police captain, where I managed the Field Operations Bureau and the Administration and Investigations Bureau (different times).

Q: IS MANHATTAN BEACH LESS SAFE TODAY THAN FIVE YEARS AGO?
A: Manhattan Beach is a wonderful community, but it is not immune from criminal activity and many residents don’t feel safe: Crime Stats. In addition to the Part 1 crimes (see link) there are other factors to consider. Those statistics only reflect crimes that have been reported to the police. It is not uncommon for a victim of a crime, who after calling the police, decides for whatever reason not to file a report. There are also times when a victim chooses not to report the crime to the police. Policies imposed by Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón are concerning and very dangerous. Criminals are aware of these polices and are using them to their advantage. Gascón’s policies are impacting cities throughout Los Angeles County and Manhattan Beach is no exception. Criminals know when they commit a crime, there’s a high probability they will serve minimal time in jail (if any time at all) or charges against them won’t be filed by the DA. Gascón’s policies have emboldened criminals and have done nothing to dissuade them from committing additional crimes. Victims are reluctant to file a police report because they don’t believe the suspect will be prosecuted. It is extremely important we provide the Manhattan Beach Police Department with the resources necessary to make sure we are safe.

Q: TELL US ABOUT YOUR PODCAST AND WHAT YOU HOPE TO ACHIEVE WITH IT?
A: The name of the podcast is Behind The Line and the purpose of it is to share untold stories of first responders and military veterans. I have the utmost respect for veterans and first responders and want to give them a platform to share their stories. Of our 13 recorded episodes, 10 have been published. Of those 10, two episodes are of police officers from the El Segundo Police Department. In 2008, Lieutenant Ray Garcia was shot point blank in his face and returned to work four months later. In 1979, Officer Chris Barrett was shot one time and has been paralyzed since. Each shared details of their respective officer involved shootings. Two interviews are of local veterans of the Vietnam War. One guest was involved in 80 firefights and the other, a helicopter pilot, was active in many combat missions. These two interviews have received the highest number of views on our YouTube channel. Our episodes can be watched on our YouTube Channel or listened to on iTunes and Spotify.

Q: WHEN DID IT BEGIN?
A: Our first episode was released in October 2022. We took a brief break, but we’re currently scheduling future interviews.

Q: WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I like a lot of restaurants in Manhattan Beach, but my old school favorites are: Uncle Bills / El Sombrero / The Kettle / Ercole’s – Burgers and Cold Beer / OB’s Pub & Grill.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR ASTROLOGY SIGN?
A: Aquarius

Q: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: There are several I consider great, but I would say An Officer and a Gentleman is my favorite with Top Gun (1 & 2) not far behind.

www.BehindTheLinePod.com

Following Strong Complaints From Many Customers, Target Manhattan Beach Removes Various LGBTQ+ Products Before June Pride Month:

Following a strong outcry from many consumers, Target Manhattan Beach is withdrawing some goods from its shops and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise worldwide ahead of Pride month. Target said, “Given these tense circumstances, we are making adjustments to our plans, including removing items that have been the focal point of the most significant confrontational behavior.” Target declined to specify which products it was discontinuing, but “tuck-friendly” women’s swimsuits, which allow trans women who have not undergone gender-affirming procedures to conceal their private parts, were among those that attracted the most attention. The backlash has also been generated by Designs by Abprallen, a London-based company that creates and markets LGBTQ+ apparel and accessories with occult and demonic themes.

The Rockefeller Fish And Chips:

www.EatRockefeller.com

Over $200K Is Raised By Roundhouse Aquarium For Teaching Of Ocean Science:

More than $200,000 was raised at the Roundhouse Aquarium’s inaugural Splash Celebration last month to promote marine and environmental science programs for schools and aquarium visitors. On May 13, to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the aquarium’s reopening, approximately 200 people attended Splash to share their love of ocean preservation and the teaching of marine science. David McGovern, a founding donor, remarked, “We were so thrilled to open our home for this anniversary celebration. It is an honor to maintain our relationship with everyone who cares so much about the Aquarium and what it represents to the youth and residents of Southern California and beyond.”

MB WEEKLY – READER QUESTION:

WILL THE NEW CALVIN KLEIN AD CAUSE A BACKLASH LIKE THE RECENT BUD LIGHT AD CAMPAIGN?

Yes? No? Unsure? Please share your thoughts with thousands and thousands of your neighbors in Manhattan Beach and surrounding South Bay communities.

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Cyclists Bike In Place To Fight Cancer At The 11Th Annual Tour De Pier In Manhattan Beach:

On Saturday, May 20, the 11th Annual Tour de Pier at the Manhattan Beach pier raised almost $1.4 million for three charitable cancer organizations: the Uncle Kory Foundation for Brain Cancer Research, the Cancer Support Community South Bay, and the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research. At the Manhattan Beach Pier, supporters lined up over 350 stationary bikes and pedaled for donations. Celebrities and some of the greatest cycling instructors in the region encouraged the teams as they took turns riding more than 350 bikes while looking out over the Pacific Ocean. Since it began in 2013, the cycling event has helped cancer organizations raise more than $11.4 million. Some seasoned competitors, such as Ed and Sandra Langhammer of Hermosa Beach, have raised over $45,000 for the cause throughout their nine Tour de Pier rides. The tour’s $1.5 million objective was about $300,000 away this year.

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

On Monday, May 22, 2023, as part of a ribbon-cutting for a new music facility at Manhattan Beach Middle School, school officials dedicated a plaque in memory of Sandy Casey, a former special education teacher who was killed during a mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Vegas in 2017.

Nando Trattoria:

www.NandoTrattoria.com

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Sarah Hoffmeister


Q: HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I have lived in Manhattan Beach my whole life. Went to Grandview, then MBMS, the graduated from Costa.

Q: WHAT GAVE YOU THE IDEA TO START YOUR BUSINESS, AND EXPLAIN IT?
A: The idea to start this princess party company came from my love for acting and my acting experience and also from my life-long love of princesses. Our company offers the highest quality princesses to enthrall your guests at birthday parties or events (usually for your little ones :). Basically, through our website you hire us to bring a princess or princesses to your event to entertain the little ones with stories, crafts, face painting, etc. I hope to inspire the younger generations through the kindness, hard-work, and compassion of a true princess.

Q: DO YOU HOPE TO BE AN ENTREPRENEUR THROUGHOUT YOUR LIFE?
A: Yes! I have always loved the creativity involved in entrepreneurship and also the ability to create lasting impact through my work.

Q: HOW OLD ARE YOU?
A: I am 20.

Q: WHO WOULD YOU RATHER HAVE DINNER WITH, PAUL MCCARTNEY OR PRESIDENT BIDEN?
A: Probably President Biden.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TV SHOW OF ALL TIME?
A: I don’t watch much TV, but a show I really loved recently was The Queen’s Gambit.

Q: DO A MAJORITY OF YOUR COLLEGE FRIENDS SMOKE POT?
A: No, I go to a very small private Christian college called Westmont… not many stoners there as you can imagine.

Q: WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: El Tarasco is my #1 forever. I do love MB Post and El Sombrero of course too.

www.TravelingTiaras.com

MB WEEKLY – DID YOU KNOW?

** Our readers are young. 60% are under the age of 50.
** Our readers are affluent. The average annual income is $118,000.

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Heather Kim

Owner Of Manhattan Grocery

(Public Comment on Crime May 16 Manhattan Beach City Council Meeting)

My name is Heather Kim, and my husband and I own Manhattan Grocery. I’m here to speak about crime and how our DA George Gascon’s special directives, his reclassification of crime and his policies that literally decriminalize crime are directly impacting this minority-owned family-run business. All of these horrendous policy changes are under the umbrella of criminal justice reform. So if you support this, which some of you sitting on the dais do, Amy Howorth, then you support the pain, anguish, stress, and financial hardship that I and thousands of small minority business owners operating in L.A. County have had to endure. Thanks to these insane Gascon policy changes, L.A. County is a paradise for criminals, not only committing theft but violent crimes. Effectively, this is a sanctuary city for these thugs.

Yesterday, we had a shoplifting incident in which a large, muscular, intimidating man wearing a black hoodie threateningly informed my cashier that he was not paying for the alcohol he shoved down his pants and there was nothing the cashier could do about it because he would push him to the ground. So not only does this thug steal from us, he proudly stands in line declaring his right to steal from us and rubs it in our face while he threatens my employee.

We lose quite a bit due to shoplifting but normally the thieves are a little more discreet than this entitled maniac. These thugs know it’s a slap on the wrist since stealing up to $950 won’t even put them in jail. I can’t stress enough how upsetting and terrifying it is to operate a small business in this environment. Shout out to MBPD for coming within minutes of my call and finding our shoplifter on the pier where he was arrested. I thank these officers for their professionalism and kindness even while working under these awful circumstances that could get them injured or even killed over some stolen items from a grocery store. As if this wasn’t bad enough, one of the thug’s friends came back to the store and got in our cashier’s face. He wasn’t happy we called the police. Can the world be any more upside down? Now we are all on high alert, just waiting for retaliation and watching our backs. Who knows what will happen if these thugs decide to come back. All of this behavior circles back to the policies of George Gascon and the people that support him.

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Frank Chiella

“EITHER / OR” INTERVIEW

DINNER WITH EITHER PRESIDENT BIDEN OR ELON MUSK?
– Dinner with Elon would be fresh and exciting for a look into the future with someone who is directing that future.

ROLLING STONES OR THE BEATLES?
– Rolling Stones; A group that has been together for 60 years says it all! I hope to maintain just half the energy Mick Jagger has.

GODFATHER OR STAR WARS?
– Godfather; Don Vito Corleone: Friendship is everything. Friendship is more than talent. It’s more than the government. It is almost equal to the family.

STEAK OR LOBSTER?
– I love to pair Steak and Lobster together. The best of both worlds.

VISIT ISRAEL OR FRANCE?
– I have visited both Israel and France, loved them both but the wines from France have won me over.

HOT DOG OR HAMBURGER?
– I have to go for the traditional backyard BBQ burger with all the fixings.

VISIT NEW YORK OR DALLAS?
– My choice for a visit between New York and Dallas would be New York for all it has to offer.

MB WEEKLY – RESTAURANT REVIEW:
by Darby Winston

Tin Roof Bistro

With its understated elegance and delectable culinary offerings, Tin Roof Bistro in Manhattan Beach stands as a shining example of exceptional dining. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant Manhattan Village neighborhood, this gastronomic haven has captivated the discerning palates of locals and visitors alike. From the moment one steps inside, a symphony of flavors and impeccable service unfold, orchestrated by a team of knowledgeable and attentive staff. The menu, a masterful composition of innovative and classic dishes, showcases the culinary prowess of the talented chefs. Each plate is a work of art, meticulously crafted with the finest ingredients from local purveyors. The attention to detail is awe-inspiring, from the elegant table settings to the harmonious pairing of flavors that dance on the taste buds. Whether indulging in the succulent seafood or savoring the perfectly seared steaks, every bite is a revelation. Tin Roof Bistro is a culinary sanctuary where epicurean delights meet unparalleled hospitality. It is a testament to the rich tapestry of culinary excellence that Manhattan Beach has to offer. I sense much credit goes to long-time General Manager Aaron and yet another tip of the hat to owner Mike Simms.

www.TinRoofBistro.com

MB WEEKLY – CARTOON:

CONFUSION IN MANHATTAN BEACH: “We’re over here! I’m wearing a bikini top and waving right at you!”

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Have You Ever Taken A Custom Cooking Class?

What better way to learn how to cook your favorite dishes than with the guidance of a master chef? “But,” you say, “I don’t know the first thing about cooking.” That’s okay. Set the Table has customized classes for each learner’s needs and skill levels.

  • From grandma’s recipe, you grew up loving…
  • From Biscuits to Bisque…
  • From Zeppole to Ziti…

Set the Table can show you how to make the best you’ve ever had. Learn how by emailing Set the Table here: Eat@setthetablela.com

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MB – BULLETIN BOARD:


1. ** Sadly, people have no regard for other people. Someone disposed of their dog waste bag in our shrubs. Asshole dog owner! Please refrain from doing that; our house is not a trash can. —- Lindsay W., Manhattan Beach

2. ** I love the independence of MB Weekly. Keep it comin’. —- Mitch S., Manhattan Beach

3. ** I like Nikki Haley! —- Joy V., Manhattan Beach

4. ** Our car license plate was taken and replaced with an unknown California plate. I never expected this in my area. Check your front and back plates before driving. There are a lot of sickos out there. —- Kate J., Manhattan Beach

5. ** Really MB Weekly! A woman smoking! That is a bad choice to represent. —- Dayle Eisenhauer, Manhattan Beach

6. ** The Best Dentist in MB by far is Dr. Ray Padilla! Dr. Padilla has been the dentist for the Olympics, and he is currently the dentist for the LAKERS and UCLA Basketball Teams. Dr. Padilla is a consummate professional dedicated to providing you with the best dental care in the South Bay! —- Mark Burton, Manhattan Beach

7. ** I don’t care if James Bond is black. I don’t think that fundamentally changes the character of James Bond. He doesn’t have to be white in order to be suave, to be cool. But he does have to be a dude. —- Clarence C., Manhattan Beach

8. ** Avoid Frontier! Tried to cancel service. Charged a month and $50. After their representative said I was overpaying $150 a month. —- Nancy B., Manhattan Beach

9. ** Jim Burton has generously provided new bicycle helmets for our city-wide EBIKE Safety and EBIKE Rules of the Road training. We engage four students in a buzzer quiz show testing their knowledge of what our safety team demonstrates in school-wide assemblies. All participants in the quiz show get a new helmet. Thank you, Jim, for your generous support! —- Joe Franklin, Mayor Pro Tem Manhattan Beach

10. ** The ideal camouflage impresses the least amount of people. —- Karen K., Manhattan Beach

11. ** Costco doesn’t have a shoplifting problem because everything is huge! —- Christy B., Manhattan Beach

12. ** Gloria always sensed a dark side to her late husband beneath her polished charm. —- Hailey B., Manhattan Beach

13. ** The bun on the chicken sandwich at Chick-fil-A has been cold three times in a row. —- Gloria N., El Segundo

14. ** A decade ago, I was working in the gift shop of the Marriott Hotel on Christmas Eve, and a couple brought in a Christmas card that said they appreciated our employees giving up their Christmas Eve so they could have a pleasant stay at the hotel. The card also had a $20 bill inside! How very thoughtful of them. —- Heather R., Manhattan Beach

15. ** People in Los Angeles are still memorializing a mountain lion, P-22, with T-shirts and a show commissioned by the philharmonic. Don’t these idiots have anything better to do? —- Phil K., Manhattan Beach

16. **Doing business in California is getting harder. Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. Chief Executive Officer Brian Niccol said California’s business environment is slowing the company’s ambitions for growth in the state.

17. ** Best Dentist in the South Bay: Dr. Steve Yabuno in Torrance —- Joe Ferrell

18. ** MB Resident Signature Petition – “No” to Library in Polliwog Park. Change.org Petition: https://chng.it/FftBhsV6wx

19. ** I hate coyotes! —- Andi B., Manhattan Beach

20. ** If your college degree doesn’t produce enough value for you to pay it off, it certainly doesn’t produce enough value for your neighbor to pay it off for you. —- Dr. Henri B., Manhattan Beach

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MB Weekly 05/25/2023

MB WEEKLY:
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
WITH MB POLICE CHIEF
RACHEL JOHNSON

Q: WHAT HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST SURPRISE IN YOUR JOB AS CHIEF OF POLICE SINCE YOU ARRIVED?
A: While there is certainly a lot involved in becoming a police chief in a new city, I don’t know if I would describe myself as surprised by anything. I’ve worked in three municipalities at this point in my career and they’ve all had very different personalities, if you will. At the heart of each city, though, has been a love for the community and a desire to keep the things that give each city its charm. I make a joke about people never leaving the South Bay because they can’t find the 405! In reality, I think people stay here and choose to raise their families here because of the excellent schools and overall quality of life.

Q: HOW FRUSTRATING IS IT FOR YOU AS A CHIEF OF POLICE TO WATCH A DISTRICT ATTORNEY LET CRIMINALS OUT FAR TOO QUICKLY AND EASILY?
A: I keep my focus on the things I can control. I don’t think you’re going to find a person who thinks that people who commit crimes should not be held accountable. We all want there to be appropriate consequences when crimes are committed and I am no different in that regard. Our role in the police department is to investigate crimes fully and professionally and submit cases to the District Attorney for prosecution. We will continue to do our level best each day to prevent crimes and to apprehend those who commit crimes in our City through data driven and proactive police work. My focus is on ensuring we are there when you call and that the level of service we provide is unmatched. We will continue to make arrests, conduct investigations, and take action to deter crime in our City.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR BEST ADVICE TO THE MANHATTAN BEACH CITIZENS ON STAYING SAFE DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES?
A: Three pieces of advice: If you see something, say something, join Neighborhood Watch, and Lock it or Lose it. We rely on everyone to help us when they see things that are out of place or are suspicious. I encourage anyone who witnesses suspicious behavior to call the Police Department and report it as soon as possible with as many details as they can remember. Joining Neighborhood Watch is one way to ensure you know your neighbors and are apprised of any crime trends affecting the area. Finally, locking your vehicles, retaining your car keys when exiting your vehicle, and removing visible property are ways to reduce the likelihood you will become the victim of a crime. Last year, half of the vehicles that were stolen in Manhattan Beach had the keys inside the vehicle at the time of the theft. The simple act of retaining the keys when you exit your vehicle can make such a difference!

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: My favorite movie!?!? That is like picking my favorite child – very hard to do! I really find “heist” style movies entertaining, so Ocean’s Eleven and The Italian Job are two of my favorites.

Student Film From Mira Costa Attracts Attention:

A Japanese-American who was deported to an internment camp in 1942 formerly operated a 120-acre commercial flower farm that now houses Mira Costa High School. Owner Francis Uyematsu started selling off portions of Star Nurseries two years after being forcibly relocated to the Manzanar Japanese Relocation Camp in Independence, California, while a white manager and staff took care of the nursery. After the war, in 1947, the last 40 acres were sold when Uyematsu’s son began to take over the company. A recent student movie depicts the tale. Mary Uyematsu Kao, his granddaughter, appears in the film. Senior at Mira Costa Maddox Chen started working on a seven-minute documentary on the topic last summer as a part of a six-week USC Nonfiction Filmmaking course. It was inspired by a plaque that will be unveiled at MCHS in 2021. He says interviewing retired Mira Costa teacher Chuck Currier, who advocated for the plaque to memorialize Uyematsu, took Chen more than 100 hours.

MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Ed Kaminsky

President & CEO Of Kaminsky Real Estate Group

Q: WHAT MADE YOU CHOOSE MANHATTAN BEACH AS THE CENTER OF YOUR BUSINESS?
A: I live in Manhattan Beach and have discovered that the Beach Cities is one of the few places in Greater Los Angeles that has the following benefits for our clients. A) Improved cooler weather pattern in the summer. B) Highest rated public school system. C) The sense of community like I grew up in the Midwest. D) Beautiful beaches. E) Great restaurants. F) Options for housing in everyone’s price range from affordable to luxury.

Q: HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE REAL ESTATE BUSINESS?
A: 35 years

Q: WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING PART OF RUNNING YOUR REAL ESTATE FIRM?
A: I always have sky high goals for our company and team and when I reach them, it’s easier to set them higher and they get harder to reach, however focusing on stellar customer service has always been attainable.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR PREDICTION FOR THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IN MANHATTAN BEACH IN THE NEXT YEAR?
A: Inventory will remain tight and prices will remain strong. I see prices rising slightly but not a lot until interest rates start to tick down which will likely be late summer, early fall.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: Top Gun

Q: WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I love all of the David Slay restaurants, MB Post, The Aurther J, Nando, and Ryla in Hermosa Beach.

www.ITZsold.com

The Rotary Club Recognizes The Best Teachers:

The Manhattan Beach Unified and American Martyr’s educators received special recognition at the Manhattan Beach Rotary meeting on Monday. Teachers of the Year have been recognized by Manhattan Beach Rotary for the past 73 years with a unique awards ceremony. Gerry Morton, president of the Rotary Club, emphasized the organization’s long-standing dedication to recognizing and honoring the community’s top teachers through the annual Teacher of the Year Awards. The Rotary Club of Manhattan Beach has consistently honored the priceless contributions of our educators ever since it was founded in 1950, according to Morton. The MBUSD Teacher of the Year Selection Committee, which monitors and interviews the nominees from each school site, chose the MBUSD teachers who were recognized at the Rotary celebration. One teacher is chosen by the District as the District Teacher of the Year and advances to the Los Angeles County Office of Education Teachers of the Year competition after a rigorous selection process. Administrators from Mira Costa, Manhattan Beach Middle School (MBMS), Grand View Elementary, Meadows Elementary, Pacific Elementary, Pennekamp Elementary, Robinson Elementary, and Manhattan Beach Preschool presented arguments for the Teacher of the Year.

Lido Bakery:

www.LidoBakery.com

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Amy Howorth

MB City Councilwoman

I did make a financial contribution to George Gascon’s campaign. At the time, I had concerns about Jackie Lacey. I absolutely regret supporting him. And would not support him for re-election.

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Teresa Micco

This is Oso. He was attacked by a coyote in his yard in Manhattan Beach the other day. He had puncture wounds on his rump but successfully chased off the coyote, as witnessed by the owner. Thankfully, there was not a group of coyotes, or this might not have been a happy ending. **UPDATE** Oso is recovering well and taking his meds and treatment like a CHAMP!

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

A car drove up an embankment at Manhattan Village. What next? Photo by Dennis K., Manhattan Beach

Have You Ever Taken A Custom Cooking Class?

What better way to learn how to cook your favorite dishes than with the guidance of a master chef? “But,” you say, “I don’t know the first thing about cooking.” That’s okay. Set the Table has customized classes for each learner’s needs and skill levels.

  • From grandma’s recipe, you grew up loving…
  • From Biscuits to Bisque…
  • From Zeppole to Ziti…

Set the Table can show you how to make the best you’ve ever had. Learn how by emailing Set the Table here: Eat@setthetablela.com

www.SetTheTableLA.com

RANDOM QUESTIONS FOR
MB WEEKLY:

by Betty Lousararian of Manhattan Beach

If re-elected, will President Biden live to finish his second term?
–NO
Do you tip the baristas at Starbucks?
–YES
Would you rather have dinner with George Clooney or Barack Obama?
–CLOONEY
Do you want outdoor dining to return to Manhattan Beach?
–YES
Did you ever smoke cigarettes?
–NO

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Last Friday afternoon, an MBPD Officer was patrolling the Manhattan Village Mall. A quick check of the license plate on a Honda CRV revealed the vehicle had been stolen the day prior in Beverly Hills. When the officer attempted to stop the car, it took off, and a pursuit was on. The pursuit traveled through El Segundo, Los Angeles, and ended in Inglewood when the stolen vehicle was involved in a traffic collision and rolled over. The suspect didn’t give up, though, and tried his luck on two feet. Unfortunately for him, we had a four-legged friend with us, and four is always better than two. The suspect was quickly apprehended by a police canine before he reached the residential neighborhood and a nearby school. He went to the hospital for some medical care and is now spending the weekend in jail till he can talk about his poor decisions with a judge.

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Sarah Garcia

El Segundo

Three years after a national reckoning on policing sparked a large wave of officer retirements and resignations, law enforcement agencies around Southern California are still frantically trying to restore their rank-and-file staffs. Officials from all over the region insist that an influx of new officers is required to combat forced overtime, stress, burnout, work-related absences, and safety concerns among current sworn officers working on low staff. However, in the wake of the deaths of George Floyd and others, calls for racial justice and police accountability along with demoralizing “Defund the Police” cries have made it very difficult for police departments around the county to retain the officers they now have while also recruiting new ones to increase their ranks. The personnel shortage has severely hurt the largest agencies in the area. Still, smaller and midsize police departments from Torrance to Riverside and Huntington Beach to Pomona are all working to close substantial staffing deficits.

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MB WEEKLY – Neighborhoods Of Manhattan Beach:

A View Of The Ocean In Manhattan Beach

The city has several distinct neighborhoods, including the “Strand,” “Sand Section,” “Hill Section,” “Tree Section,” “Gas Lamp Section,” “Manhattan Village,” “Manhattan Heights,” “East Manhattan Beach” (Manhattan Village, Manhattan Heights, Liberty Village), The Poet’s Section” (Shelley, Tennyson, Longfellow, Keats), and “El Porto” (North Manhattan Beach). The Roth Tract, between Herrin and Peck, is sometimes referred to as the “Bird Section.” The “Hill Section” is known for its high-priced homes; many of the residences are remodeled or newly constructed. The steep hills allow panoramic ocean and city views. The “Sand Section” has quiet walk-street neighborhoods adjacent to the ocean. Oceanfront homes stretch along the bike path and walking lane of “The Strand.” “The Strand” section of Manhattan Beach includes some of the most expensive real estate per square foot in the United States. Since 2010, new property developments in Manhattan Beach cannot exceed two lot parcels. Size and appearance restrictions were enacted by the Manhattan Beach City Council to preserve the appearance of the beachfront community after three lots were joined to create a 16,000-square-foot (1,500 m2) oceanside home in 2008.

Downtown: “Downtown” Manhattan Beach is considered the heart of the city. The area runs along Manhattan Beach Boulevard and the streets perpendicular to the Manhattan Beach Pier and Valley Drive. There are Zagat-rated casual fine-dining restaurants, specialty boutiques and retailers that create a pedestrian-friendly, mixed-use downtown center. The Metlox site, where the pottery factory once stood for decades, was closed in the early 1990s and redeveloped into a mixed-use center. The Metlox site includes a luxury boutique hotel, spa, restaurants, shops and underground parking.

North Manhattan Beach District: North Manhattan Beach business district is located near the intersection of Rosecrans and Highland and has restaurants and shops. The district is defined as covering “32nd Street to 45th Street and consist[s] of over 80 businesses.”

Rosecrans Corridor: The Rosecrans corridor is located on the south side of Rosecrans Avenue, east of Sepulveda, and west of Aviation. The Manhattan Beach Country Club, the westdrift Manhattan Beach Hotel and Golf Course, retail stores, restaurants, supermarkets, multi-story office buildings, and shopping centers border the Rosecrans corridor between Sepulveda and Aviation Boulevards. The Rosecrans corridor is adjacent to The Point and Plaza El Segundo off Sepulveda Blvd, which features additional retailers, including Whole Foods Market.

Sepulveda Corridor: The Sepulveda Corridor occupies the commercial zone, and is the city’s main north – south highway. The area includes the Manhattan Village Mall, which is located east of Sepulveda Boulevard between Marine and Rosecrans Avenues. The mall, built in the early 1980s, was remodeled in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The mall is anchored by Macy’s on both ends and tenants include Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Williams Sonoma, and the Apple Store. Many restaurants such as Islands, Chili’s, Olive Garden, and the Tin Roof are co-located with the mall. The Manhattan Village Mall is executing a multimillion-dollar redevelopment which adds both outdoor and enclosed retail and restaurant space. There are several medium-size hotels, large automobile dealerships, automotive repair shops, restaurants, multi-story office buildings, medical buildings, pharmacies, banks, small shopping centers and a Target store along this corridor. Kaiser Permanente’s medical offices include a laboratory and pharmacy.

Aviation Corridor: The Aviation Corridor is located along Aviation Boulevard (the city’s eastern boundary), south of Rosecrans Avenue, and north of Marine Avenue. Aviation High School was located at the intersection of Manhattan Beach Blvd. and Aviation until it closed in the early 1980s. The zone includes several major entertainment and aerospace complexes, including Manhattan Beach Studios and the Northrop Grumman Space Park Complex. Manhattan Beach Media Campus has production for movies and entertainment including the Marvel motion pictures Thor and Iron Man 2 and both sequels to James Cameron’s Avatar movie. The studio complex has large photovoltaic solar panel rooftop installations in the area which generates approximately 1 megawatt of power.

MB Weekly – R.I.P.:

Matriarch Bettelu Beverly of Manhattan Beach Dies

At the time of her quiet passing on April 11, Bettelu Beverly was a week away from turning 98. Aside from her family, most people who knew her and what she had meant to Manhattan Beach had already passed away at that age. Councilman Steve Napolitano called the council meeting to order in her honor. He said Elizabeth Louise “Bettelu” Beverly and her husband Robert Beverly were the kind-hearted titans of Manhattan Beach. She was a true matriarch in Manhattan Beach, Napolitano said, and her influence extended far beyond the Beverly family.

** MB City Councilman Steve Napolitano having dinner at Fete in Manhattan Beach.

** Rock legend Keith Richards having dinner at Slay Hermosa recently.

** City Councilman David Lesser having dinner at The Kettle in Manhattan Beach.

** Manhattan Beach mayor Pro Tem Joe Franklin having coffee at Good Boy Bobs in downtown Manhattan Beach.

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

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More Bike Paths In South Bay:

South Bay residents will soon have an easy open path to travel between Torrance and the Beach Cities via a brand new bike path that will be built in Redondo Beach, according to the Beach Cities Health District. The Diamond Street & Flagler Lane Bike and Pedestrian Path Project will add a bike path, pedestrian infrastructure and improved lighting and safety enhancements to improve accessibility, promote active transportation and enhance multi-modal mobility options. Work for the path is expected to start in early July and should take approximately 90 days to finish. “This project will create an important connection for the cycling community,” said Jim Hannon, President of the South Bay Bicycle Coalition Plus, a nonprofit focused on making city streets safer for all road users. “During a series of outreach meetings to develop the South Bay Bicycle Master Plan, this particular route was identified by the residents of Redondo Beach and Torrance to be vital for the safety of children trying to get to school, families going to the beach and other local popular destinations in the Beach Cities.”

MB WEEKLY – READER QUESTION:

SINCE THE MANHATTAN BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS BEEN UNDERSTAFFED FOR SOME TIME, SHOULD THE CITY HIRE PRIVATE SECURITY GUARDS TO HELP PATROL THE DOWNTOWN AREA DURING THE BUSY SUMMER MONTHS?

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1. ** According to MBPD, criminals have continued to target Toyota Prius’ – three catalytic converters were taken from those vehicles during the week. —- Kevin T., Manhattan Beach

2. ** The books we read when we’re young help shape the adults we become in ways we don’t always grasp. —- Suzanne H., Manhattan Beach

3. ** Janet, the manager at Fleming’s in El Segundo, is a magnificent hospitality ambassador. —- Donald P., Manhattan Beach

4. ** The old MBPD cars look better than the new ones. —- Betty Lousararian, Manhattan Beach

5. ** Lax enforcement concerning petty crimes inevitably leads to significant criminality. The consequence of supposedly “victimless” crimes like shoplifting and even e-bike nonsense has created a palpable sense of disorder and anxiety. All conducive to an anything-goes atmosphere in which crime inevitably flourishes. —- Pat P., Manhattan Beach

6. ** What happened with Chevron today in El Segundo? Due to a refinery issue, PCH was shut down. Wow, the smell was very strong. —- Dani M., El Segundo

7. ** Mimi was my personal Yoda of dieting wisdom. Thank you. —- Howard Z., Manhattan Beach

8. ** Hawthorne’s SpaceX, And Vast Space, Will Launch The World’s 1st Commercial Space Station. Vast Space and SpaceX have a new partnership and plan to launch the world’s first commercial space station – dubbed Haven-1 – into low-Earth orbit by 2025, the two local companies have announced. —- Editor’s note

9. ** What’s the hardest part of being human – suffering? Loss? Fishing the littlest pieces from the bottom of a chip bag? —- Alvin L., Manhattan Beach

10. ** South Bay housing appears to be in a bear market.

11. ** Did you know Hermosa Police deploy drones to locate missing kids? —- Oren H., Manhattan Beach

12. ** More hassling regulations for restaurant owners. On May 1, restaurants and food facilities in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County must provide only recyclable or compostable food ware such as containers, cups, dishes, and cutlery under a new ordinance aimed at reducing waste and fossil fuels. —- Kevin K., Manhattan Beach

13. ** Disneyland is a total rip-off. Try Knott’s. —- Lois H., Manhattan Beach

14. ** Screaming message to dog owners. Clean up your dog poop! —- Tina M., Manhattan Beach

15. ** Endlessly thanks to Councilman Joe Franklin for his tireless work on e-bike safety. —- Ashley P., Manhattan Beach

16. ** The food portions at Tin Roof in the Manhattan Village are huge! —- Madison H., Manhattan Beach

17. ** Thank God! Nextdoor is launching a new AI assistant to help people write nicer posts about that one neighbor who won’t pick up after their dog (you know who you are). —- Jeremy B., Manhattan Beach

18. ** I (still) never see any police presence in the downtown area of Manhattan Beach. Day. Night. Weekend. Never. Even after all of the problems. Why? —- Thomas V., Manhattan Beach

19. ** I have personally witnessed the collapse of modern medicine up close. I am concerned about how the DEI agenda is hurting healthcare for all patients, regardless of their position, as it favors people and policies based on color, ethnicity, gender, religion, and sexual orientation rather than merit. —- Dr. Albert C., Manhattan Beach

20. ** Prince Harry is one very troubled guy. —- Missy C., Manhattan Beach

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MB WEEKLY – READER POLL:
HUGE MAJORITY FAVOR TRAPPING OF COYOTES IN MANHATTAN BEACH

Over 71% of MB Weekly readers strongly favor selective trapping of coyotes in Manhattan Beach due to strong feelings of concern for the safety of their pets and children. “I refuse to let coyotes destroy our feeling of safety in our homes in Manhattan Beach,” said Arthur L, a longtime Manhattan Beach homeowner. “Trapping is definitely part of the solution to a growing problem.” Many in the poll expressed feelings that the City has been too slow to act as the problem continued to grow.

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Four-Story Mansion On Manhattan Beach Strand With Views Of Coast Asking $28.5 Million:

For $28.5 million, a mansion on the Manhattan Beach Strand offers vistas of the Palos Verdes Peninsula and Malibu. The seaside home measures 7,454 square feet across four stories, has five bedrooms, and seven bathrooms. It was built for its current owners to grow above the 3,494 square foot lot in 2013. According to Redfin, the house is the most expensive listing in a city where the median price was $2.7 million in March. The interior of the house, which has 10-foot ceilings and glass walls, is flooded with natural light. The third-floor entry level is connected to the upper-level common room via a circular staircase covered in mahogany. It has an outdoor living and dining space that has bi-folding louvered panels that manage light and provide weather protection. The great room and kitchen are both extended into that outside space.

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Fisker CEO In Manhattan Beach Talks About Price Cuts And Competition In The EV Sector:

On the company’s first-quarter results call, Henrik Fisker, the CEO of Manhattan Beach-based Fisker, addressed the topic of price reductions. He underlined that Fisker hasn’t raised its rates in two years and is remains less expensive than its rivals. Fisker also discussed the ongoing price wars in the EV market, pointing out that some brands who announced price cuts also saw stunning price rises six months, a year, or 1.5 years earlier. Despite these “price cuts,” the cost of the automobiles has not changed in the past two years. A well-known designer of different automobile types, Fisker is also the CEO of Fisker Inc., an EV firm that plans to introduce the Fisker PEAR, a smaller EV with a competitive starting price of $29,900. He thinks that the EV market needs long-range choices and inexpensive prices. Fisker Inc. concentrates on design, engineering, and customer service while outsourcing production to independent manufacturers across the globe. The business asserts that it can sell products for comparatively low rates because it runs a “extremely lean” business and provides more advanced technology than its rivals.

Fête … Bistro by Slay:

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MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Lisa Hemmat

Restaurateur

Q: WHAT IS THE MOST CHALLENGING THING ABOUT RUNNING A RESTAURANT POST-COVID?
A: The most challenging part post COVID was the unknown – after the rug had been pulled out from us over and over again it was hard to stay balanced but we did land on our feet. Luckily employee retention was not a problem for Lido, as I was able to keep all of our key staff members working with help from the PPP and good morale! The other challenging part for Lido was the shift in the way people work, we used to have an amazing business lunch crowd with all the offices around, but now most of our lunch customers are working from home at least part-time so that business was lost. We do offer catering and are open for private parties, larger lunch groups, and other events so that helps get back some of that lost business.

Q: WHAT DO YOU FIND UNIQUE ABOUT OWNING YOUR BUSINESS IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: I love the true community Manhattan Beach offers, there is a lot of pride in the Southbay and our long-term customers are like family. I have owned and operated Lido since 2004 right after I graduated from USC’s Business Entrepreneurship Program. I have gotten to know so many amazing families who have become friends over the years, watch their kids grow up then host their bridal showers, baby showers, and other big celebrations. Manhattan Beach is unique in how they support the businesses they love, and we appreciate it.

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: One of my favorite movies is “Pretty Woman” – I also love “Father of the Bride” and “The Bodyguard.” It’s hard to say which one is my favorite, I have never gotten sick of any of them! I love romantic feel-good happy ending movies:-)

Q: WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IF A STRANGER ASKED YOU FOR ADVICE ABOUT OPENING A RESTAURANT TODAY?
A: I would be happy to help, it is a business that is non-stop and hard to make money in, but fun and rewarding when things go right. You have to really love what you do to stick it out in the restaurant business, most people in the business are very passionate which is pretty much mandatory for long-term success.

Q: WHAT RESTAURANTS DO YOU LIKE IN MANHATTAN BEACH AND SURROUNDING SOUTH BAY COMMUNITIES?
A: I have always loved The Strand House, I have been going since they opened and met my husband there, they have the best view, great staff, and good food too! Playa Hermosa Fish & Oyster is my other favorite go-to obviously lol. For those who don’t know my husband and I own but he operates it. The restaurant has an awesome vibe with great cocktails and fresh seafood. It’s right next to the beach on Hermosa Pier where you can watch our phenomenal sunsets.

Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING TO EAT AT YOUR RESTAURANT?
A: My favorites are always changing, right now: Appetizers: Lido Summer Rolls (Organic mixed greens, avocado, mango, mint wrapped in rice paper served with my favorite Cilantro vinaigrette for dipping). Salad: Heirloom Burrata Caprese add Avocado, Pasta: Mushroom Pappardelle, Entree: Eggplant Parmesan, Dessert: Lido Homemade Tiramisu.

Another thing to note is that being involved with Manhattan Beach Rotary has been an important part of my life, our Manhattan Beach Rotary Club has so many amazing, dynamic, and interesting people I may have never met, except for the common goal of helping and being involved in the community where our motto is “Service above Self.” I am excited to be the upcoming Rotary President and look forward to all the adventures ahead.

www.LidoDiManhattan.com

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

MB police officers responded to a shoplifting call at a local grocery store. Three females left the store with bags full of stolen merchandise. After a short vehicle pursuit and foot chase, one adult and two juveniles were arrested for felony organized retail theft. Over $2,000 worth of over-the-counter medication was recovered.

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Darby Winston

Walking on the beach in Manhattan Beach is a healthy activity with numerous benefits. The soft sand offers a low-impact workout that is ideal for those with joint pain. The sound of waves crashing and the feeling of sand beneath your feet provides a relaxing and stress-reducing experience, which is great for your mental health. Sun exposure is an added advantage of walking on the beach, as it helps regulate your body clock and boosts vitamin D levels. Walking on the beach is also a social activity that can be enjoyed with family and friends, improving overall wellbeing. Lastly, exploring the coastline and discovering new places can be a fun and enjoyable experience. So, next time you’re at the coast, take a walk on the sand and enjoy the many benefits it offers.

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MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Mr. Carlson – MCHS Band Director. Feel free to share your photos with your neighbors in Manhattan Beach. Send to: MBWeekly@TimeWire.net

MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by David Hu

El Segundo

Rude Uber Eats delivery driver. – This delivery driver illegally parked his car on the driveway curb of the apartment, blocking parked cars while he went around trying to find and deliver. There is plenty of legal parking on the street. When I enquire why he parks that way as he returns. He brushed me off, cursing me under his breath, and drove off. I want to find out where one can file a complaint about this driver. I don’t mind people making a living doing their job, but when they are not following the rules of the road and have no regard of others. That cannot be tolerated.

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MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet David Denitz

Gateway Business Properties

Q: WHAT PROBLEMS HAVE YOU WITNESSED WITH YOUNG E-BIKE RIDERS?
A: The problems I see are that the kids are going to get killed (no helmets) or a life changing injury. The responsibility relies on the riders. If they obey the basic traffic laws it should be fine. That is not happening.

Q: WOULD YOU FAVOR THE POLICE GIVING TICKETS TO E-BIKE RIDERS WHO VIOLATE THE LAW?
A: I would not like to see the police give out tickets. I need our police to protect us citizens. The e-bike riders will take care of themselves. (See above)

Q: DO YOU PERSONALLY OWN AN E-BIKE?
A: Yes! I personally own an e-bike. I love it. Surfboard rack attached.

www.GatewayBP.com

MB WEEKLY – LENS:

Located in downtown Manhattan Beach, the Roundhouse has been revitalized through a $4 million capital project spearheaded by the Harrison Greenberg Foundation. The new Roundhouse Aquarium educates and inspires more than 300,000 visitors every year.

Dive N’ Surf:

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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Lauren Bruksch

Manhattan Beach

Hit & Run Friday, 5/5, 9:30 p.m. – please help ID. Friday night, this pickup truck idled in front of a nearby house for a while and then made a quick three-point turn into a driveway across from my parked car and then reversed and demolished/T-barred the driver’s side of my car. Neighbors heard a huge crash. The driver fled the scene, and no car or ring cameras could discern a license plate just yet. Most believe it to be a Ram or Chevy/GMC (?) The color is white or light silver, based on the paint left on my vehicle. There was definitely damage to their car as there were parts/plastic on the street near my car. Any leads very welcome. – 720-730 12th Street, Manhattan Beach.

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NEW COMMISSIONS IN MANHATTAN BEACH:

The City Council Made The following Board And Commission Appointments On May 2

Planning Commission:
Seat No. 3 (Member-At-Large): Joseph Ungoco / Seat No. 4 (Member-At-Large): Robert Tokashiki / Seat No. 5 (Member-At-Large): Rachel Croessman

Parking and Public Improvements Commission:
Seat No. 1 (Member-At-Large): Allen Kirschenbaum / Seat No. 2 (Business Community): Kit Becker / Seat No. 3 (Member-At-Large): Joe Marcy

Parks and Recreation Commission:
Seat No. 2 (MBUSD Nominee): Karen Komatinsky / Seat No. 3 (Member-At-Large): Larry Zimbalist / Seat No. 7 (Student Representative): Daniel Greenberg

Library Commission:
Seat No. 4 (Member-At-Large): Dina Doll / Seat No. 6 (Student Representative): Katherine Jester

Cultural Arts Commission:
Seat No. 1 (Art Experience): Carol Patterson / Seat No. 5 (Member-At-Large): Jen Dohner / Seat No. 6 (Student Representative): Samantha Erlich-Fein

Board of Building Appeals:
Seat No. 1 (Member-At-Large): Michael Kling / Seat No. 2 (Member-At-Large): Cyrous Adami / Seat No. 3 (Member-At-Large): Robert Tokashiki / Seat No. 4 (Member-At-Large): Thomas Freitag / Seat No. 5 (Member-At-Large): Jim Yang

Los Angeles County West Vector Control Board:
Member-At-Large: Wayne Powell

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MB WEEKLY – READER COMMENT:

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MB – BULLETIN BOARD:


1. ** Without Tucker Carlson, I no longer watch Fox News. —- William K., Manhattan Beach

2. ** Someone at Trader Joe’s on PCH near Crenshaw stole my wallet, even though I was vigilant. Please protect your belongings, neighbors. —- Rachel Z., El Segundo

3. ** I have been dating a wonderful man from the South Bay for two years. He has two grown children, 27 and 21. Both have good jobs and work full-time. I have a son who is 12. The issue is family vacations and paying for things while on vacation. I wonder if he will ever let his “kids” grow up. —- Carly V., Hermosa Beach

4. ** Let’s be honest. The L.A. Times is pathetic. —- Dr. Christopher T., Manhattan Beach

5. ** Great-grandpa Joe Biden is running for re-election. You’ve got to be kidding! —- Melanie M., Manhattan Beach

6. ** L.A. County wants to build a library in Polliwog Park, our lovely pedestrian park, next to a children’s playground. Say “No” to a second L.A. County Library to preserve Polliwog Park and our treasured open space! —- Rory M., Manhattan Beach

7. ** No Bud Light beer ever again. —- Terrace P., Manhattan Beach

8. ** Swell. At the Manhattan Beach Art Center, 1560 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach. Through July 2. Hours, Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. —- Call (310) 802-5440

9. ** Sports Betting Is the ‘New Oxycontin’ —- Gil G., Manhattan Beach

10. ** Teenage drug use around Perry Park at 2:15 p.m. 3 teenagers (2 riding skateboards and one on a fat tire mountain bike) stopped in front of my house across from Perry Park to light up. When confronted by my neighbor, they acted hostile and started mouthing off. It all goes back to “bad parenting.” —- Sylvia A., Redondo Beach

11. ** Southbay HOME celebrated its spring issue with a private art showing at Gallery 208 in Manhattan Beach. Guests enjoyed food by Esperanza, wine from Barsha, and works by Dennis Jarvis, Harry Knapp, Chip Herwegh, and other local artists. —- Southbay Magazine

12. ** I love Fishing with Dynamite for lunch. —- Stella G., Manhattan Beach

13. ** The old Police logo is better, making Manhattan units more easily identifiable from a greater distance. —- Sylvia Simmons, Manhattan Beach

14. ** I totally agree that the logo should prominently say POLICE. It makes it easier to identify if you need assistance and lets the “ne’re do wells” easily know who is watching. —- Susi Farrell

15. ** Think people are exaggerating about how bad the metro trains have become. Well, a man bit off a chunk of an Los Angeles police officer’s finger at a Metro Red Line station on Thursday, April 27, authorities said. Officers assigned to the subway were patrolling the station at Santa Monica Boulevard and Vermont Avenue at around 10 a.m. when they say they came across a man aboard the train who seemed to have illegal drugs. Sounds great, huh? —- Selma A., Manhattan Beach

16. ** People are impressed by the uniqueness of snowflakes, but potatoes are equally unique and no one cares. —- Patty L., Manhattan Beach

17. ** Look at the expressions on people’s faces when you say, “Looks like it’ll be Biden and Trump.” The slight flinch, head shake, and sigh on those faces speak volumes. Those serve as the campaign’s current logos for 2024. —- Dana B., Manhattan Beach

18. ** I agree. The old Police cars look better. —- Don Sisson/Condor Realty, Manhattan Beach

19. ** Un-f—king believable!:
https://www.nationalreview.com/news/l-a-councilwoman-blames-toyota-for-catalytic-converter-theft-opposes-motion-targeting-thieves/

20. ** Biological men who self-identify as females (also referred to as “transgender women”) are invading women’s sports, robbing female athletes of opportunities, and infringing upon their rights. Young women are being deprived of scholarships, championships, and even personal safety all in the name of creating a “safe and inclusive” space for transgender women. This insanity must end. —- Tina M., Manhattan Beach, mother of two daughters

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