Manhattan Beach City Council: Regular Meeting - May 19, 2026

The City of Manhattan Beach held a regular City Council meeting on May 19, 2026, which included ceremonial recognitions, public comments, and council member reports. Key procurement-related discussions focused on fiscal matters, including a detailed presentation on Measure ER, a proposed Los Angeles County half-percent sales tax increase intended to fund health and human services. Council members debated the potential impact of the measure on local tax rates, with concerns about the allocation of funds and the effect on the city's ability to pursue its own sales tax measures. A motion to oppose Measure ER passed 4-1. Additionally, the meeting included the reorganization of the Manhattan Beach Capital Improvements Corporation, with elections for president and vice president positions. The council also discussed upcoming capital improvement projects such as the senior and scout community center, with mentions of fast-tracking construction efforts. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed in the transcript. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of outgoing and incoming mayors and a focus on transparency and fiscal responsibility in upcoming budget discussions.