The 50th Anniversary of
the Charlie Saikley 6-Man Volleyball Tournament is nearing and today city officials issued a press
release detailing rules and regulations. (Note rule No. 1: No alcohol).
This year's edition
of 6-Man is expected to run over budget, but that hasn't stopped the city
from hosting the beloved event. And earlier this month, the
Manhattan Beach City Council reminded tournament goers that
alcohol will not be tolerated. Police are expected to be out in
force. Alcohol fines can be as high as $600.
Here's the press release from City Manager Dave Carmany's office:
All weekend long, visitors, participants and residents should prepare for heavy traffic (vehicular and pedestrian) and expect parking delays for this major event, as there is no shuttle service. Also, there will be a significant police and private security presence on the streets and along the beach.
Each team and their designated "Team Manager" have been provided a copy of the following rules:
• No alcoholic beverages (fines up to $600 per incident, per MBMC 4.48.030)
• Upon entry to event, no un-sealed beverages/containers allowed
• No "jello"-type or frozen liquid-type of food/beverages allowed
• No amplified music or balloons
• No band equipment
• No structures, inflatables, stages or poles
• No wagons or motor operated devices
Failure to abide by rules, may cause disqualification of player and/or team (for other guidelines and tournament information, www.citymb.info)
In addition, the Fire Department would like to remind beachgoers of the following safety tips:
• Drink plenty of water, especially small children. Dehydration can lead to heat exhaustion.
• Use sunblock and shade appropriately and seek medical attention if large blisters appear.
• Pedestrians should cross streets in marked crosswalks and avoid walking between parked cars.
• MBFD will staff a first-aid station at the foot of the pier, next to the Lifeguard Station.
• If calling 9-1-1 from the beach, be prepared to give accurate location description (i.e. sand court number, lifeguard tower number, etc.)
The MBPD Public Information Officer Stephanie Martin will be available throughout Saturday's event for updates and can be reached by calling 310-802-5140.
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