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One New Face as Candidates Are Set for Manhattan Beach City Council, School Board

Aug 19, 2026 08:59AM ● By MB News Staff

City Council has two seats up for election, but only one incumbent – and four candidates. School board won't be controversial this year, with three candidates for three seats.

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Council Drops Business Tax Changes For Now, Won't Seek Voter Approval

Aug 06, 2026 11:59AM ● By MB News Staff

A long-sought effort to simplify and revise business license taxes fell victim to late opposition from multiple industries, and reservations by council members.

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David Lesser Opts Not to Run for Re-Election

Aug 05, 2026 09:54AM ● By MB News Staff

The longtime public servant had pulled papers to run again this year, but announced Tuesday night that he will step back to focus on family and other interests.

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Manhattan Beach Claims 'Balanced' Budget, Rebuts 'Deficit' Claims

Aug 01, 2026 08:37AM ● By Dave Fratello

Some claim the city now runs a $10 million deficit. The city says no, it's a $2.7 million surplus. Who's right? What's behind the numbers?

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Council Plans to Ask Voters to Change How Businesses Are Taxed in Manhattan Beach

Jul 22, 2026 12:08PM ● By MB News Staff

While aiming for a revenue-neutral outcome, the city would subject more businesses to a tax on gross receipts. Voters will have the final say this November.

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How Two Sites Could Transform Downtown Manhattan Beach

Jul 19, 2026 10:42AM ● By Dave Fratello

The city is working to finalize development concepts for a site next to Vons and at the site of the former Lot 3 parking structure. City Council will review final proposals in September.

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Manhattan Beach Names New Public Works Director

Jul 13, 2026 09:15PM ● By Jeanne Fratello

Ramzi Awwad has been named the new public works director for the city of Manhattan Beach, after previously serving in that role in Rancho Palos Verdes.

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Manhattan Beach Approves Parking Rate and Parking Citation Increases

Jul 12, 2026 06:17PM ● By MB News Staff

The Manhattan Beach City Council has approved increases in citywide parking meter rates that would be higher during the summer season. Parking citation fees will increase as well.

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Changes Abound in Downtown Manhattan Beach

Jul 08, 2026 10:27PM ● By Jeanne Fratello

Downtown Manhattan Beach has experienced "unprecedented" turnover in shops and restaurants in the past six months. Read more about what's new and what's to come.

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