City Manager
Mike Witzansky
City Manager
Mike Witzansky serves as City Manager of Redondo Beach. A 20-year city employee, he was appointed City Manager in late 2021. In the council-manager form of government, the City Manager is the chief administrative officer responsible for day-to-day city operations.
Profile
Background
- —20-year veteran of Redondo Beach city government
- —Appointed City Manager approximately late 2021
- —Chief administrative officer — oversees all day-to-day city operations
- —Current salary: $310,000 (as of January 2026)
- —Appointed by the City Council (not an elected position)
Priorities
Policy Focuses
- —Building staff capacity in acquisition, contracting, and project management
- —Economic development strategy execution
- —Operational efficiency across city departments
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
- Who is the City Manager of Redondo Beach?
- Mike Witzansky serves as City Manager. He has worked for the city for over 20 years and was appointed City Manager in late 2021. His office can be reached at (310) 318-0630.
- How is the Redondo Beach City Manager selected?
- The City Manager is appointed by the City Council, not elected by voters. In Redondo Beach's council-manager form of government, the City Manager is the chief administrative officer who oversees day-to-day operations.
City government
About Redondo Beach Government
Council-manager charter city. The council consists of a mayor (elected citywide) and five council members (one per district), plus an appointed city manager.
Term limits: two-term limits for both city council and mayor. Voting system: ranked-choice voting (debuted march 2025).
City Hall: 415 Diamond St., Redondo Beach, CA 90277. Phone: (310) 697-3088.