RHA & SNA Candidate Forum

Posted on April 7, 2026 by Catherine Modesitt, RHA VP

Last night the RHA & the Seaside Neighborhood Association hosted a local candidate forum at South High’s Performing Arts Center. The candidates for District 5’s City Council seat, Torrance Treasurer*, and Torrance Mayor spoke for two hours before a crowd of over 150 residents. The candidates gave their positions on everything from household vending in Seaside during their “Christmas Lights” season to continuing the “Friendship Cities” program.

Here’s a partial clip of Mayoral Candidate Sharon Kalani:

Due to technical difficulties, we were unable to livestream the forum. However, SNA was able to record everything except for the first two minutes of opening statements from City Council Candidates Betty Lieu and Michelle Brooks. You can watch the recording on SNA’s YouTube Channel here.

Thanks to all the candidates, the attendees, and TUSD’s South High for making last night a success!

*Unfortunately, Treasurer Candidate Charles Deemer did not respond to the RHA’s invitation to attend the Forum. Last night, however, he provided the following statement for us to share:

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Hillside Overlay News

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Catherine Modesitt, RHA VP

The RHA has been contacted by a group of Riviera residents launching their “Protect Our Property Investment” campaign for updating the Torrance Hillside Overlay Ordinance. They will be at the Torrance City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30 PM. 

If you would like to learn more details, visit their website at protectourhomes.org or email them at info@protectourhomes.org.  

HOO in the Riviera

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Local Candidate Forum on April 6th

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Catherine Modesitt, RHA VP

Mark your calendar! The RHA and Seaside Neighborhood Association are hosting a local candidate forum for the June state and local elections.

Date & Time: Monday April 6, 7–9 PM

Venue: South High School Performing Arts Center Free parking is available in the school lot next to the auditorium.

Not sure if your voter registration is current? Check your status here: https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/

Have a question you want to ask the candidates? Email it to info@hollywoodriviera.org!  

Can’t make the event? Here’s link to the live stream: https://youtube.com/live/qqJQG9PDt7Y?feature=share

No questions or chat are allowed during the live stream. Technical issues, such as internet, hardware, or platform failures may disrupt the stream. The content is provided “as is” without guarantees of uninterrupted service.

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Torrance City Council Votes to Add Enforcement Ordinance on Torrance Airport Noise Violations

Posted on December 14, 2025 by bmerryman

Many Riviera residents have expressed concerns about noise resulting from flights in and out of the Torrance Airport. The Torrance City Council maintains a ban on touch-and-go flights at the Torrance Airport, while restricting low approaches and taxi-backs to weekday hours (10 AM – 6 PM). On Dec. 2, the Council adopted an ordinance amending the Torrance Municipal Code as related to enforcement of the Airport Ordinance by a vote of 7-0. This vote puts in place the amendment to the Municipal Code covering touch-and-go flights and noise and curfew violations that will hold violators accountable. It is now up to City staff to implement the measure.

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City Council Community Meeting on Oct. 29

Posted on October 26, 2025 by bmerryman

The City of Torrance invites us to join the Torrance in Action community meeting in District #5 (that’s our district) with Councilmember Aurelio Mattucci.

  • Date: Wednesday, October 29
  • Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Place: El Retiro Library (126 Vista Del Parque)

Agenda topics include:

  • Homeless Outreach
  • Economic Development
  • Community Development – Project Updates
  • Community Services – Project Updates
  • Public Works – Project Updates
  • Torrance Police and Fire Departments – Safety Updates

Bring your questions and any additional topics you’d like to see addressed!

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