Manhattan Beach Residents Association Collection

Collection

Identifier: SPC-2019-008

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Manhattan Beach Residents Association Collection (1988-2012; undated) contains .63 linear feet of flyers, pamphlets, correspondence, meeting notes, articles, news clippings, and other documents related to the Manhattan Beach Residents Association (MBRA). Also included in this collection are issues of the MBRA publication, "The Observer". Material in this collection relate to local government issues regarding Manhattan Beach including various city projects, disputes, work plans, and other concerns.

Dates

1988-2012; undated

Creator

Manhattan Beach Residence Association (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no access restrictions on this collection.

Conditions Governing Use

All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Director of Archives and Special Collections. Permission for publication is given on behalf of Special Collections as the owner of the physical materials and not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained.

Manhattan Beach Residents Association History

The Manhattan Beach Residents Association (MBRA) is an all-volunteer organization formed circa 1988 that aims to "preserve the residential character and quality of our unique neighborhoods, promote local businesses, advocate for local schools, and increase broader participation in City government." The organization engages with residents through their monthly publication, "The Observer", as well as through correspondence and meetings.

Sources: "Our Objectives" MBRA, www.manhattanbeachresidentsassociation.org/our-objectives

Extent

2 boxes

.63 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection includes flyers, pamphlets, correspondence, meeting notes, articles, and other documents related to the Manhattan Beach Residents Association (MBRA).Also included in this collection are issues of the MBRA publication, "The Observer". Subjects include association engagement with members to raise awareness about local issues since its early establishment in 1988.