TO:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
THROUGH:
Talyn Mirzakhanian, City Manager
FROM:
Jesse Alexander, Fire Chief
Rachel Johnson, Police Chief
Ashley Hopson, Emergency Preparedness Administrator
Alexandria Latragna, Communications and Civic Engagement Manager
SUBJECT:Title
Consideration of an Update Regarding Community Emergency Notifications (No Budget Impact) (City Manager Mirzakhanian).
(Estimated Time: 30 Mins.)
RECEIVE AND FILE
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive a report on the City's community emergency alert and warning systems.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
There are no fiscal implications associated with the recommended action.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Manhattan Beach is situated in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County and is vulnerable to various natural and human-caused emergencies including earthquakes, tsunamis, hazardous material releases, and industrial incidents. Given the City's proximity to industrial infrastructure, including the Chevron Refinery in El Segundo, effective emergency communication systems are essential to protect life and property.
On October 3, 2025, a significant incident occurred at the Chevron Refinery that required emergency notifications to be issued to Manhattan Beach residents and businesses. This incident highlighted the critical importance of robust, multi-layered emergency communication systems and prompted a comprehensive review of the City's alert and warning capabilities.
Following the incident, City Council requested a detailed report from staff regarding the City's emergency communications infrastructure and any improvements implemented since October 2025. This report provides said comprehensive review.
DISCUSSION:
Current Emergency Alert and Warning Systems
The City of Manhattan Beach employs a comprehensive, multi-layered approach to emergency communications. Thi...
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