City Hall & How Government Works
The machinery of local government — who the council and commissions are, how meetings and decisions actually work, and the practical steps to weigh in or get a problem fixed.
Guides & explainers
How to Report a Problem in Redondo Beach: Potholes, Graffiti, Noise, and More
A complete guide to every phone number, online portal, and city department you need — from broken streetlights to code enforcement complaints.
Guide · 8 min
How Redondo Beach City Government Actually Works
A beginner's guide to the council-manager system, city departments, commissions, and how decisions get made in Redondo Beach.
Explainer · 9 min
Redondo Beach's 7 City Commissions, Explained
What they do, when they meet, and how to get a seat at the table — a complete guide to the advisory bodies that shape city policy.
Explainer · 8 min
What Does the Redondo Beach City Council Actually Do?
Five elected members, two meetings a month, and a $120 million budget. Here's how the body that runs Redondo Beach actually works — and where residents fit in.
Explainer · 6 min
How to Attend (or Watch) a Redondo Beach City Council Meeting
A step-by-step guide to showing up, speaking during public comment, or watching from home. No prior experience required.
Guide · 5 min
Recent council activity
Council Preview: September 15, 2026
Council tackles a packed 46-item agenda including closed session property negotiations, real estate discussions, and routine administrative matters in Tuesday's meeting.
Preview · 4 min
Council Preview: September 8, 2026
Council addresses elected official salary adjustments ahead of the 2027 election, establishes a city facility naming policy, and streamlines business permitting processes. The meeting also features the ceremonial transition from Fire Chief Pat Butler to new Chief Brian Regan.
Preview · 5 min
Council Preview: August 18, 2026
Council tackles public safety bond oversight, business license reforms, and state housing legislation positions. The centerpiece is creating a citizens' committee to oversee Measure FP bond spending.
Preview · 4 min
Council Preview: August 11, 2026
Council returns from summer break with federal funding for affordable housing, General Plan implementation ordinances, and commission interviews to fill multiple vacancies. Waterfront property negotiations dominate closed session.
Preview · 4 min
Council Preview: August 4, 2026
Council returns from summer break to address development impact fee increases in public hearing, multiple infrastructure project approvals, and closed session litigation matters. The meeting focuses on administrative business and routine approvals after a three-week recess.
Preview · 4 min
Council Preview: July 21, 2026
Significant waterfront lease negotiations continue in closed session while open session tackles a November ballot measure for land use changes, divisive hedge ordinance modifications, and crossing guard program reforms. Multiple commission vacancies declared after excessive absences.
Preview · 6 min