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Council approves $160,000 settlement and directs negotiation with Goldenvoice on Civic Auditorium
Summary
After closed-session consideration the council reported one reportable action: it approved a $160,000 settlement in Mastroberti v. City (personal-injury, dangerous condition claim) and directed the city manager to negotiate terms with Goldenvoice/AEG for a potential multiuse entertainment venue at the Civic Auditorium site, expecting an exclusive negotiating agreement back within two meetings.
The Santa Monica City Council reported July 14 that it approved a closed‑session settlement and provided direction on a major real-estate negotiation.
Upon return from closed session the city attorney reported the only reportable action: the council approved a settlement in Mastroberti v. City, a personal-injury claim over an alleged dangerous condition of public property. The city denied liability and did not admit fault, but agreed to settle the matter for $160,000; the settlement was approved by a 7–0 vote.
Separately, the mayor gave a voluntary readout on a separate closed-session real estate negotiation regarding the Civic Auditorium (1855 Main Street). Council gave direction to the city manager to engage in negotiations with representatives of AEG and Goldenvoice on price and terms for a potential multiuse entertainment venue; staff said they expect to return within the next two council meetings with an exclusive negotiating agreement for council consideration.
The action resolves the named personal-injury litigation for the amount stated and launches negotiations with private promoters for a high-profile public asset. The city attorney emphasized the settlement exchange included a full release of claims in return for the payment. The council asked staff to return promptly with the proposed exclusive negotiating agreement for public review.
