UN-HAPPY NEW YEAR:
Shortly after New Year’s Eve, a critically injured Manhattan Beach shooting victim was admitted to the hospital. According to authorities, a guy was shot in the first two hours of 2024 and taken to the hospital with potentially fatal injuries. At 1:23 a.m., there was a report of gunfire in the 1400 block of 11th Street, prompting police to react. A man with a gunshot wound was discovered on the street by the responding officers. The man was sent to Harbor General Hospital. It’s not thought that this is a random attack. Even though many details are still unclear, the MBPD stated. As per MBPD, the inquiry is still underway. Detective Hartnell’s number to report any more information was 310-802-5127
Manhattan Beach One Of America’s Most Beautiful Beaches:
The Golden State’s beaches lure tourists worldwide, and Westgate Resorts’ new survey found Manhattan Beach to be one of the most visited beaches in the country. The study correlated Instagram hashtags to length to determine which beaches had the most hashtags per meter. Manhattan Beach was the sixth most Instagrammable in the nation at 3,379 meters. The analysis found 1,614,293 Instagram beach hashtags, 478 per meter, at the Los Angeles County beach. Despite being the most petite beach in the top 10, La Jolla was the most Instagrammable at 86 meters. Laguna Beach placed third, followed by Venice Beach in fourth. Neighboring Hermosa Beach placed seventh, missing the top five.
MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Jennifer Hill
Manager Of Love & Salt
Q: WHAT IS YOUR ASTROLOGY SIGN?
A: Libra
Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME?
A: Silence of the Lambs
Q: WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS IN MANHATTAN BEACH?
A: Fishing with Dynamite, Izaka-Ya, Nick’s has a great burger … love sitting at the bar after work.
Q: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE DISH AT LOVE & SALT?
A: Trottole Salsiccia, fennel sausage, braised swiss chard, parmesan & bread crumbs.
Q: WHO WOULD YOU RATHER HAVE DINNER WITH, ELON MUSK OR PRESIDENT BIDEN?
A: Not sure my busy work schedule would allow the time…
Q: WHAT IS YOUR BEST ADVICE ON HOW TO RUN A SUCCESSFUL RESTAURANT?
A: The list goes on! Create SOP’s & P&L’s, all the reports and data. Technology is a key success factor. Find a system that includes point of sale, online ordering capabilities, inventory management and staff management. Toast is great! Maintain a communicative & supportive environment for your staff. Your team is everything, from management to your dishwasher they are all vital roles to your operation.
www.LoveAndSaltLA.com
Tin Roof Bistro:
Beat The Winter Chill With The Ultimate Comfort Combo:
Tomato Bisque and Fish and Chips. Join us at Tin Roof Bistro, where the inviting indoor ambiance adds a touch of charm to your cozy dining experience. Winter nights never tasted so good!
www.TinRoofBistro.com
MB WEEKLY – COLUMNIST:
Rita Crabtree-Kampe
(Community Activist)
When I ran for City Council in 2022, I was shocked to hear that the fee for maintaining our aging storm drain infrastructure had not been increased since my daughter was born in 1996! The annual fees collected, plus funds from Measure W, account for 10-20% of the costs needed. The General Fund has supplemented the additional costs. But that is not sustainable and is not accessible to homeowners either. The price cuts in other services and programs, and we slowly deplete what was once a plentiful fund. Be aware that this is not a tax. It is a fee. A fee is used for a specific purpose and cannot exceed actual costs. The City Council will consider the budget presented by staff yearly for our storm drain needs. Each eligible voter has received a ballot with extensive information regarding the Storm Drain Measure.
There is one question: Shall we increase the fee to current-day costs to support storm drain improvements, maintenance, and operations? Yes or No
Know the FACTS, and vote by January 17, 2024.
- www.ManhattanBeach.gov/StormDrainMeasure
- Call: (310) 802-5550
- Email: stormdrainmeasure@manhattanbeach.gov
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MB WEEKLY – LENS:
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MB WEEKLY – HISTORY:
Thirty Years Subsequently – Officer Martin Ganz Is Remembered
OFFICER Officer Martin Ganz was shot and killed while making a traffic stop in the parking lot of the Manhattan Village Mall on Sepulveda Boulevard and Marine Avenue at 11:15 pm. As he was outside of the patrol car, the driver of the other car exited and started firing at him. Officer Ganz tried to take cover behind his vehicle but was shot numerous times. Officer Ganz’s 12-year-old nephew was on a ride along with him and the suspect attempted to shoot at him, but his gun misfired and the boy was not harmed. The suspect was arrested approximately eight months later in connection with another murder in Oregon. The suspect was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole for the Oregon murder. In December 1998, the suspect was sentenced to death for the murder of Officer Ganz. Officer Ganz was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and had served with the Manhattan Beach Police Department for five years. He was survived by his fiancee, mother, and five sisters. On the 12th anniversary of Officer Ganz’s murder, a section of the I-405 between Hawthorne Boulevard and Rosecrans Avenue was renamed the Martin L. Ganz Memorial Highway.
MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Clay Tobias
(Manhattan Beach)
If the recent history of the airline industry has taught us anything, the larger an airline gets, the worse off they get. Prices rise, seats are smaller, and service becomes more snarky. Americans have not benefited from the mergers that over the previous 15 years have established the “big three” of United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines (eliminating Continental, Northwest, and U.S. Airways) that now dominate the market together with Southwest Airlines. As a result, airlines are now offering less for more and are more adept than ever at obtaining congressional bailouts. This is the background against which JetBlue Airways is currently attempting to acquire Spirit Airlines, the biggest ultra-low-cost carrier in the country. If approved, the acquisition would elevate JetBlue to the nation’s fifth-largest airline and drastically diminish industry competition. Big almost always equals terrible for the customer.
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Dive N’ Surf:
Beach Break Bonanza – January 6th
Starting off the new year with the Dive N’ Surf Beach Break Bonanza! Boardriders Surf Series at Torrance Beach January 6, 2024.
www.DiveNSurf.com
MB WEEKLY – READER POLL:
David Slay Voted Manhattan Beach’s Top Chef by MB Weekly Readers
Acclaimed chef David Slay has emerged victorious as the top chef in Manhattan Beach, as declared by the MB Weekly Reader Poll, which drew food aficionados from Manhattan Beach and surrounding South Bay communities overwhelmingly supporting Slay for his culinary prowess and imaginative approach to gastronomy. Known for his delectable creations and dedication to using locally sourced ingredients, Slay has become a household name in Manhattan Beach’s vibrant food scene. Slay, owner of four popular fine dining area restaurants, continues to leave an indelible mark on the local dining landscape, confirming that he’s the top chef in town.
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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Stacy Gottlieb
As a Jew, I am appalled that Fred Taylor, who promotes hate and prejudice against those who do not meet his so-called “Christian” ideal of what is right or normal or good, thinks he has any right to comment on or speak out for my people. You can’t just choose to protect one marginalized group of people and not stand for all marginalized people and say what a good boy am I.
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Volunteers Needed For Event To Restore Manhattan Beach Dune:
Residents of Manhattan Beach have the opportunity to support the Bay Foundation’s efforts to restore the dunes along the city’s shoreline. The Manhattan Beach Dune Restoration project aims to safeguard against storms and sea level rise by implementing nature-based barriers and enhancing the shoreline’s resilience. Project managers have improved community involvement by educating and reaching out to more people. Volunteers have assisted in installing native plants and a symbolic post and rope around three acres of the dunes between 36th and 28th Street and 26th and 23rd Street. The Manhattan Beach Strand is hosting a restoration event soon, and locals are welcome to assist to help boost coastal resilience and biodiversity. To volunteer, you must register in advance. Volunteers can meet at the Los Angeles County Lifeguard Training Center on Sunday, January 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., close to Bruce’s Beach.
MB WEEKLY:
The Faces of Manhattan Beach
Meet Melinda
Works In Manhattan Beach Since 2021
YES OR NO QUESTIONS
Dates online – YES
Kisses on the first date – SOMETIMES
Been to Canada – YES
Been to Paris – YES
Hates Karaoke – YES
Love Mexican food – YES
Likes Door Dash – NO
GIVE SHOES, GET A GIFT CARD
AT MB URBAN PLATES:
Donate a pair of used shoes and receive a $5 Urban Plates gift card. To receive the offer, bring a pair of used shoes to Urban Plates Manhattan Beach between 1/15 – 1/31. All collected shoes will be donated to Los Angeles Mission.
www.UrbanPlates.com
MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Russ Lesser
(Former Mayor of Manhattan Beach)
The ballot measure proposes to renew the existing $225 per year parcel tax for six more years with no increase. Based on my financial review, I believe it should be renewed. The district financials show that we will have multi-million dollar deficits in the future without the parcel tax, which could result in the laying off of some teachers and increasing class size. Passing it is critical to retaining and recruiting talented teachers. Even after the enrollment decline over the past several years, our student-to-teacher ratio is already higher than the state average. While I do not agree with everything in the schools, they still produce excellent students. Most of our school-age children attend our local public schools, so even though Charlotte and I no longer have children attending the public schools, we will vote to renew the existing parcel tax.
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MB WEEKLY – MEET:
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MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Tara G.
(Manhattan Beach)
My first day in London I was turned out to be quite an adventure. After a long flight from Manhattan Beach, I found myself at London Gatwick Airport, eagerly awaiting my luggage at the baggage carousel. Little did I know I was about to witness a scene that would make my jetlag seem like a minor inconvenience. As I stood there, tired but excited, a fellow traveler named Robyn H. began filming the unfolding drama. A British man, whose identity remained a mystery, had what could only be described as an epic meltdown. I couldn’t help but be both fascinated and amused by the spectacle. The video Robyn captured started with the irate passenger yelling at the baggage carousel as if expecting it to respond. “Can you please hurry up?” he bellowed, frustration evident in his voice. It was the kind of impatience we’ve all felt after a long flight, but this man was taking it to a new level. Then came the unexpected twist. In a shocking turn of events, the man threatened to defecate on the conveyor belt if his luggage didn’t make its appearance promptly. “We are waiting! If you don’t hurry up, I will go poo on the f–king trail!” he angrily declared, much to the amusement of the surrounding passengers. I couldn’t believe my eyes and ears. The mixture of exhaustion and amusement washed over me as I observed the surreal scene. London was quite different from Manhattan Beach, and this unexpected encounter at the airport marked the beginning of my London adventure – one I would remember for a long time.
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MB WEEKLY – READER COMMENT:
“As a long-time resident of Manhattan Beach, I appreciate the free, independent style of MB Weekly, which allows the public to make informed decisions and hear a diversity of opinions – all free of biased spin.” —- Lawrence G., Manhattan Beach
MB WEEKLY – COMMENTARY:
by Sara Garcia
The criminal justice system in California is dysfunctional, and state voters contributed to this. However, voters received assistance from dishonest activists and politicians who made them believe they were casting their ballots for increased public safety. One of those liars is George Gascón, the district attorney of Los Angeles County, where over 10 million people in 88 localities are presently dealing with the full repercussions of Proposition 47, a 2014 initiative Gascón co-authored. The Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act is the moniker given by the bill’s writers. And we were actually stupid enough to believe it.
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MB WEEKLY – CARTOON:
Santa visits Manhattan Beach.
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1. ** I was just released from the hospital, and I suspect my husband is tapping his foot waiting for me to fix him lunch. He isn’t doing or saying anything overt, like “Get up and make me lunch,” but it’s more like he is whining about the options in front of him – peanut butter, frozen leftovers, etc. —- Carly J., Manhattan Beach
2. ** I went to Rex Steak House in the Riv for my birthday 4-5 times. The service was excellent, but the 189.00 porterhouse was terrible. —- Lucas T., Redondo Beach
3. ** The dress at fine dining restaurants in Manhattan Beach is falling! Staff with sweatshirts and sneakers isn’t fine dining attire. —- Hailey P., Manhattan Beach
4. ** How U.S. Public Schools Teach Antisemitism. From pre-K lessons on “ethnic noses” to lectures on Israel as an apartheid state, students are learning that Jews are the enemy. —- Lenny G., Manhattan Beach
5. ** Why is the dramatic no-eyebrow look, once most closely associated with punks, goths and drag queens, entering the mainstream? —- Manny R., Hermosa Beach
6. ** Czuleger Park in Redondo Beach has an off-leash dog problem. Horribly irresponsible dog owners! —- Suzy W., Hermosa Beach
7. ** Did you notice that Manhattan Beach switched off the gorgeous green Christmas tree and Pier lights during the previous two fireworks shows? —- Larry K., Manhattan Beach
8. ** Shop local, independent shops and restaurants, especially those that assist community organizations and schools. —- Carla H., Manhattan Beach
9. ** E-bikes are illegal on The Strand in Hermosa Beach. Ticket the offenders! —- Hope E., Hermosa Beach
10. ** One man was murdered and another injured in a Hawthorne residential street shooting on Monday night, Dec. 18. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, which is investigating, said Hawthorne officers located two men with gunshot wounds in an apartment complex in the 13400 block of Kornblum Avenue, near Zela Davis Park, shortly past 8 p.m. Stay safe. —- Kelly S., Manhattan Beach
11. ** Tuesday’s formal plagiarism accusation against Harvard president Claudine Gay includes 40 fresh allegations. Seven of her eleven scholarly essays were involved, but one stood out: Gay appears to have taken precise phrases from another academic’s dissertation acknowledgments. Though not the most significant charge in the complaint, should you manage Harvard if you can’t say thank you in your own words? —- Stewart Z., Manhattan Beach
12. ** There has been a lot of new research that shows pot smokers are just as driving impaired as drinkers, if not more so. —- Dr. Howard A., Manhattan Beach
13. ** Oh, God, Please make men masculine again. —- Amy H., Manhattan Beach
14. ** Look at the bright side. Just about 75 percent of the Biden presidency is over. —- Daniel T., Manhattan Beach
15. ** You got to give it up for Colorado – they’re the first state to legalize weed and illegalize Trump. —- James B., Manhattan Beach
16. ** Dog supplements are now available. Crazy world! —- Arthur O., Manhattan Beach
17. ** This weekend, my girlfriend’s car was smashed into at 5am on Saturday. We live on 11th Street in Manhattan Beach. —- Oliver C., Manhattan Beach
18. ** Congratulations on the success of MB Weekly! —- David S., Manhattan Beach
19. ** Chinese food in Redondo Beach is delicious at this establishment. Lotus Asian Grill has a wide variety of noodles and familiar dishes. —- Lexi F., Manhattan Beach
20. ** George Gascon is a disaster. He has to go! —- Noah F., Manhattan Beach
21. ** Christmas is single-handedly keeping the word “merry” alive. —- Darcy L., Manhattan Beach
22. ** People with food allergies must be annoyed when a restaurant has a secret sauce. —- Donald P., Manhattan Beach
23. ** As the new year arrives, I’m still a bit stunned by the scope, ferocity, and moral confusion of the anti-Semitism that erupted this fall. The situation is worse in Europe than in the U.S., but the last ten weeks have also been horribly unnerving in America as well. —- Jonathan A., Manhattan Beach
24. ** Does anyone doubt that if Harvard President Ms. Claudine Gay were a white Republican male, he would have been long gone? —- Joyce C., Manhattan
25. ** Been wrapping presents all night. Tissue and tape make me crazy. I start with beautiful intentions only to always say, “That’s good enough!” —- Kay L., Manhattan Beach
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