Our Neighborhood Voices Education Corp. to Host The Coastal Commission in Redondo Beach
Come down to Redondo Beach Sonesta Hotel and meet neighbors and commissioners, explore the commission’s role in protecting our coast, and hear directly from local voices working to preserve our coastline, and the environment we all depend on.
There will be a shortened movie of the history and start of the Coastal Commssion, with a short Q&A afterwards. A no host bar will be available. Event starts at 6pm, – 9pm. Movie with Q&A from 7-8 pm.
The event is free, come on down! Paid parking across the street, metered parking on the street.
Where:
Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina
300 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
When:
6pm – 9pm. Movie and discussion from 7-8pm.
About the Costal Commission
The California Coastal Commission (CCC) is a state agency established in 1972 through voter initiative Proposition 20 and later made permanent by the California Coastal Act of 1976. Its mission is to protect, conserve, restore, and enhance California’s coastal resources and ensure public access to the coast for present and future generations. The Commission oversees land use and development along the state’s 1,100-mile coastline, balancing environmental preservation with responsible growth.
The CCC holds monthly public meetings, rotating locations throughout coastal California to ensure accessibility and transparency. These meetings serve as forums for reviewing permit applications, hearing appeals, and discussing policy updates. Commissioners—appointed by the Governor, Senate Rules Committee, and Speaker of the Assembly—include elected officials and public members who represent diverse regional interests.
Key responsibilities include regulating coastal development, enforcing environmental laws, managing public access, and responding to climate change impacts such as sea level rise. The Commission collaborates with local governments through Local Coastal Programs (LCPs), which guide land use decisions in coastal zones.
Over the decades, the CCC has played a pivotal role in shaping California’s iconic shoreline, often navigating complex tensions between conservation, property rights, and public interest. Its work remains central to the state’s environmental legacy and coastal resilience.
Thank you to our sponsor!
Thank you to Athens Services for sponsoring this event. Without their generous donation, this event would not be possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this event cost?
The event is free to join. Paid parking is available outside the Hotel, on the street and the lot across the street. Thank you to our gernerous sponsor, Athens Serivces for their donation to make this possible.
What movie is being shown?
This is a shortened movie of the original “To Save Our Coast: Proposition 20 and the Creation of the California Coastal Commission.” This movie goes back to the start of the Coastal Commission, how developers were buying up coastal land and preventing access to the coastline, and over building the coast. You will learn about the founders of Prop 20, and what the Coatal Commission does on a monthly basis.
Will Coastal Commission Staff and Coastal Commissioners be at the event?
Yes! This event is here for the general public to meet the people who make the decisions and run the Commission. There will be plenty of fellow neighbors there to meet.
How can I support ONV Education efforts?
You can help us by sending us a small donation! All financial donations are tax-deductible since we are a non-profit. Thanks!
Will there be a live-stream or a video recording?
We are working on a live-stream of the event, but can not guarantee a stable network connection. We will record the event, as long as all participants agree to the recording. We will then publish the live on your YouTube account.
“To Save Our Coast” Movie
This is the movie that was shown on Tuesday night. We highly urge everyone to watch this movie.