Commission votes to form subcommittee to research LGBTQ history in Redondo Beach

The Redondo Beach Public Amenities Commission voted May 13 to form a subcommittee to research the history of the city’s LGBTQ community.

The commission’s director said council guidance regarding related artwork did not change and that the research request remains at the commission’s discretion. "The direction that I received from council still stands," the director said. Chair Morocco then asked for volunteers and a commissioner moved to create a subcommittee to pursue the research; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote.

Why it matters: Commissioners said the work will help contextualize public art and historic interpretation and could draw on resources at the city library and historical museum. Commissioners discussed forming a small, ongoing group rather than imposing a tight deadline. Chair Morocco noted the subcommittee could work with library and museum staff to locate historical materials and suggested one commissioner would initially serve while others join later.

What was decided: By voice vote the commission approved forming a subcommittee to research the history of the LGBTQ community in Redondo Beach. The motion was moved by a member of the commission and seconded; no opposition was recorded during the voice vote. Staff indicated the subcommittee would coordinate with the library and historical museum as needed.

Next steps and context: Commissioners asked staff to arrange follow‑up briefings and to invite community services or other department representatives to future meetings to update the commission on progress. The commission did not specify a formal deadline; members characterized the effort as ongoing.