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Commissioner Roger proposed that the commission add endorsing language to a packet of existing scientific endorsements and that he would pursue contacts with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the State Water Board and other agencies to obtain the necessary approvals. Commissioners voted in favor by voice vote; the meeting record indicates one commissioner announced an abstention.

The proposal targets an existing artificial-reef site created decades ago from pier pilings, quarry rock and concrete dock floats. The proponent argued that adding clean, inert three-dimensional material such as pier pilings or quarry rock to that existing footprint could increase fish habitat and create a nearby, accessible dive and fishing site while keeping materials out of landfills.

The proponent said he had consulted Dan Panadella of Occidental College and the Southern California Marine Institute, who conducts long-term fish counts in King Harbor, and that biologists and local dive operators had expressed support. He showed photos of the existing reef, which staff described as flattened in places and partially buried in sand, and compared it to more three-dimensional reefs off other Southern California harbors.

Commissioners asked questions about permitting, marine and maritime laws governing dumping and the practicality of scuttling cleaned vessels. Staff and the proponent cautioned that permits are required, that material type and placement must meet state and federal rules, and that the effort will require coordination with Fish and Wildlife and other permitting agencies.

The motion did not request funding. The commissioner seeking endorsement said he would pursue the permitting process and return with any formal requests if city resources or a municipal permit were required. The commission's endorsement will add its name to the list of local endorsers the commissioner said he will present to state agencies.

The commission's ordinary public-comment procedures were observed before the vote; no written e-comments or Zoom speakers addressed the item during the record of the vote.

The endorsement directs the commissioner to continue outreach; subsequent steps will include contacting the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for guidance on a blanket or project-specific permit, clarifying any State Lands Commission or federal requirements, and determining material-handling logistics and environmental-review needs. No permits were issued or funds appropriated at the meeting.

The endorsement gives the proponent formal local support to begin navigating agency approvals and clarifies that the idea has commission backing while remaining contingent on state and federal permits.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","REDONDO BEACH HARBOR COMMISSION - APRIL14, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Commissioners voted to endorse a commissioner-led effort to seek California Department of Fish and Wildlife approvals and related permits to add three-dimensional structure to an existing artificial reef about one mile offshore of King Harbor; the motion carried by voice vote with one abstention.","taxTitle","Redondo Beach City, Los Angeles County, California","taxId",4669,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":44,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6604672,"Harbor commission outlines 6-month strategic priorities, including Seaside Lagoon entitlements and boat launch design",2269,1081000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2987441-67218563f9df45567f8920df8f4f7c81&start=1081&end=3350","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2987441-67218563f9df45567f8920df8f4f7c81/thumbnail_1081000.jpg","/articles/6604672/Redondo-Beach-City/Los-Angeles-County/California/Harbor-commission-outlines-6-month-strategic-priorities-including-Seaside-Lagoon-entitlements-and-boat-launch-design","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6604672-05482b48275a4b0b66dd77d9c2de66fa/orig.mp4?Expires=1771191798&Signature=BkNq0534WQpBnerw5PGikw-4extwfT2WD5xH8g3UV~ZSP~FQjFfbFuS5JNsi~nJh2f-Psplchxsdb3fLtNrgAcTg3Tqhpj9EbzsbPjwAysLOUAQYkATAm5SMKCVDxgwuWixp0W1q8LJ1bDTdAVsZXyc8Vv-DGrU9EOkTNbIY02ySb~qE-TxUDhie6jHkJyHBQNxMjyIhhbNHqFyrcK1PII9Nr0IdZGKOUAPAy6D6unk-bJGIwn5uKlSjEREoNOVjSSHPm0bBcdmbPL7TJCg48WH6wS6ovJRRVYWYnSl7l-rO6Bypd02b0l-pJC1okB-8qpgijbh91JeCMqirVd9~ng__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Redondo Beach Harbor Commission reviewed work from the past six months and identified short-term priorities staff should pursue in the city's upcoming strategic planning session, commissioners said at a monthly meeting.

Commissioners, prompted by a presentation from waterfront staff, highlighted near-term items they want included in the city council's strategic plan: pursue entitlements and additional funding for the Seaside Lagoon renovation; finalize design and public outreach for a new public boat launch; begin breakwater repairs in mid-May; expand abandoned-vessel removal funding; and continue actions to reduce harbor vacancy and support economic development in the International Boardwalk area.

The discussion matters because the strategic plan letter the commission submits is shared with City Council ahead of the council's own strategic planning session, giving the waterfront priorities extra visibility. Commissioners said the commission typically submits a letter, and that staff or an appointed commissioner will draft it for review before the April 29 council session referenced by staff.

Waterfront staff recapped accomplishments since the last six-month cycle, including an adopted leasing strategy, International Boardwalk paver and signage work, improved harbor Wi-Fi, storefront-improvement agreements with tenants, removal of abandoned vessels from Basin 3 and the Harbor Patrol dock area, purchase of a shark-detection buoy, and completion of engineering studies for a new boat launch. Staff also said the city applied for a $500,000 grant to support a climate-resiliency master plan and was awarded a $1,400,000 grant to fund improvements to base and three docks.

On Seaside Lagoon, staff said the city has approval for a full renovation scope and is moving toward entitlements. Staff described the project as fully funded for phase one but not for later phases; commissioners urged continued pursuit of grant funding for subsequent phases. For the proposed public boat launch, staff said traffic, parking and demand studies are nearly complete and a subcommittee will review the studies before design work proceeds.

Commissioners raised several operational priorities. Multiple commissioners urged larger and more frequent harbor-patrol inspections of boats and marina facilities to improve safety and environmental stewardship, with one commissioner suggesting a periodic mandatory inspection cycle and a mix of requirements and incentives to rehome or remove unusable vessels. Commissioners also discussed dredging and maintenance priorities for the harbor basins and noted interest in small improvements such as wayfinding, benches and coordinated signage to improve waterfront cohesion.

Commissioners discussed several specific redevelopment and leasing opportunities identified in the amenities and economic-development plans, including the former Gold's Gym site, the undeveloped Pad 2, the old Maison Ritz site and the former Joe's Crab Shack location. Staff said the city is evaluating dividing large leaseholds into smaller, use-specific leaseholds to attract a wider range of operators.

On capital work, staff reported the breakwater-repair contract is on track to start mid-May and continue through November, subject to permits and schedule. The marina parking-lot improvement was described as progressing in phases to avoid conflicts with Beach Life events; a dinghy dock deployment for Basin 3 was expected after Beach Life, in late May or early June, staff said.

Commissioners agreed to produce an advisory letter for City Council. One commissioner volunteered to draft the commission's letter summarizing these priorities and circulate it to the group for review ahead of the council's strategic planning meeting.

Less-critical or longer-term goals discussed included undergrounding utilities, Moonstone Park redevelopment planning, dry-boat storage, and potential future phases of Seaside Lagoon renovation. Commissioners and staff emphasized pursuing projects that already have budgeted funds and continuing to seek grant money for higher-cost items.

The commission's discussion combined project updates, budget context, and operational proposals; no formal ordinance or budget adoption was approved at this meeting.

Looking ahead, staff said the commission may cancel its May meeting if no action items are ready, noting the commission will be involved in several city budget meetings in the coming weeks.","Redondo Beach Harbor Commission reviewed recent waterfront accomplishments and set short-term priorities including advancing Seaside Lagoon entitlements, finishing public boat-launch studies, breakwater repairs beginning in May and expanded abandoned-vessel removal funding.","actionData","errors"]

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Harbor commission endorses pursuit of permits to augment King Harbor's existing artificial reef

Harbor commission outlines 6-month strategic priorities, including Seaside Lagoon entitlements and boat launch design