Announcing the First Annual Torrance Residential Beautification Awards Program!

Posted on February 3, 2025 by bmerryman

The Torrance Residential Beautification Awards is a newly approved program by the Torrance City Council and the nomination period is open now through March 31. There are two award categories:

  • Landscape Beautification Award: This award will recognize homes that exhibit exceptional pride of ownership through well-maintained and exceptional landscaping of their property. This includes an attractive landscaping design of the front yard and parkway, a clean and well-maintained exterior, and overall good curb appeal.
  • Sustainable Landscape Beautification Award: This award will recognize homes that exhibit exceptional pride of ownership through the use of water conservation practices as part of their landscaping design. This includes the use of drought-tolerant or native plants, water-friendly irrigation systems, and energy-efficient or solar lighting.

Judging criteria includes curb appeal, pride of ownership, landscape design, structure maintenance, sustainable design features, and contribution to the beautification of Torrance. 

Up to two Award Recipients will be selected in each Council District. Up to three additional overall Honorable Mention Recipients will also be selected. The honorees will be announced by the Torrance Environmental Quality and Energy Conservation Commission at their meeting in June.

Recipients will receive a certificate of recognition, a commemorative yard sign, and a gift card to a local home improvement store.

For more information, please contact the Neighborhood Services Division of the Community Development Department at (310) 618-5929 or via email at DDInfo@TorranceCA.Gov noting “2025 Torrance Beautification Awards” in the subject line.

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Torrance Responds to Devastating Fires

Posted on January 17, 2025 by bmerryman

Torrance Mayor George K. Chen recently sent an email describing our city’s response to the fires and efforts to support those impacted. It includes information on:

  • The City Response and Emergency Preparedness
  • Health and Safety Precautions
  • Supporting Emergency Efforts

You can read it here.

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In Case You Missed Our Meeting

Posted on October 21, 2024 by bmerryman

Nearly 50 people participated in the Riviera Homeowners Association general meeting on Oct. 15. We want to extend a big thanks to our speakers, and in case you missed it, here’s a summary of the great information they each provided.

Torrance Civil Service Commissioner Jean Adelsman explained Torrance ballot Measure TC, which would raise the mayor’s and councilmembers’ pay and impact term limits for councilmembers, among other things. You can learn more about Measure TC on the City Clerk’s Election webpage – both the Charter amendment and the redline version have been posted. You can also read about in it in this Los Angeles Times article.

Former Torrance City Councilmember Mike Griffiths updated us on state-level legislation that’s recently been passed with the intent to address California’s housing crisis, but that has the potential to override our local zoning and land use in ways that would be detrimental to our community. You can read Mike’s full presentation here.

Robert Thompson, Operations Manager, California Water Service provided information and updates on the water tank replacement project on Calle de Arboles. You can read Robert’s full presentation here.

The presentations and other important community resources can be found on our Community Links page. Thanks again to the speakers and to all who attended!

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Hope to See You Soon!

Posted on October 9, 2024 by bmerryman

Our guest speakers include:

  • Jean Adelsman, Torrance Civil Service Commissioner, author of Take Back Torrance newsletter – will provide an overview of the upcoming Torrance ballot Measure TC and its key issues.
    • You can also find information on Measure TC on the City Clerk’s Election webpage – both the Charter amendment and the redline version have been posted. 
  • Mike Griffiths, former Torrance City Councilmember and Founder of California Cities for Local Control (CCLC) — will be speaking on current state legislation that may override local zoning and the Hillside Overlay Ordinance (HOO).
  • Robert Thompson, Operations Manager, California Water Service (Rancho Dominguez District) – will provide information on the water tank replacement on Calle de Arboles.

The new RHA Board members will be on hand to answer questions as well. Look forward to seeing you there!

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Read the Latest Riviera Reporter

Posted on September 25, 2024 by bmerryman

Happy Fall! Read our latest edition of The Riviera Reporter, now available at this link. We highlight:

  • Cal Water’s special “Water Tank Open House” in the Riviera on Sept. 28, 11-1 PM.
  • The first in-person meeting held by your new RHA Board on Oct. 15 at 7 pm at the Riviera United Methodist Church. Come and ask your questions!
  • The winner of the August Landscaping Award.
  • Information and updates on the unhoused in our area, Los Angeles County’s Measure A as well as steps you can take in Torrance.
  • Suggestions on making your voice heard if you support or oppose any of the state bills coming from Sacramento.
  • Addressing the continuing coyote concerns of pet owners in Ask the RHA.
  • Ensuring your RHA membership is up to date.

To read the newsletter, click here.

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