RHA General Meeting Updates

Posted on November 2, 2025 by bmerryman

Around 50 people attended our fall general meeting on Oct. 21 to learn more about Torrance Transit Services and updates from the Coalition for Torrance Airport Reform (COTAR).

Torrance Transit Planning Manager David Mach was on hand to explain the wide range of services for our Riviera residents and how to use them, including:

  • Connect Torrance Microtransit Program which offers inexpensive rides within Torrance. This on-demand ride service is a hybrid between Uber/Lyft and public transit, where it groups passengers (if possible) to their destinations. Rides for the general public are just $5 within the designated zone. Seniors and people with disabilities ride for $3 and the first six rides are free within the Connect Torrance Plus Zone. You can book a ride by either downloading an app here or calling 424-688-9251. Learn more at Connect Torrance.
  • The Senior Taxi (for those 65+) and Dial-a-Taxi (for the disabled) programs for discounted taxicab rides through Bell Cab and South Bay Yellow/United Checker Cab Co-Op. You can register, get a swipe card and purchase up to 12 ride credits per month at a discounted rate. You can find more information here, a brochure with more details here, or call 310-781-2174 for more information.

Torrance Transit offers many other services for Riviera residents, including the Hollywood Bowl Shuttle, and you can learn more at their website here.

Chuck Costello, a leader at the Coalition for Torrance Airport Reform (COTAR), provided a brief history of the organization, which advocated for the $6 landing fees now in place at the Torrance Airport and the ban on touch and go flights. A pilot organization has sued the City of Torrance in federal court to overturn the ban, and a recent hearing on the matter was postponed. Thanks to the attendees who provided both the pilots’ and residents’ points of view.

The Riviera Homeowners Association extends a big thank you to David, Chuck and all who attended!

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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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Announcing Another Guest Speaker for 10/21 General Meeting

Posted on October 16, 2025 by bmerryman

Come to our next general meeting at 7 pm on Oct. 21!

A second guest speaker will join us: Chuck Costello, a leader at the Coalition for Torrance Airport Reform (COTAR), will provide an update on Torrance Airport issues. COTAR advocates on behalf of our community with the Torrance City Council on critical issues from operations at the Torrance Airport.

Chuck will speak after Torrance Transit Planning Manager David Mach, who will be on hand to explain the wide range of services they offer and how to use them. Torrance Transit Services offers much more than a traditional bus system.

Here are the details:

  • Date: Oct. 21
  • Time: 7 pm
  • Location: The Riviera Methodist Church, 375 Palos Verdes Blvd., Redondo Beach

See you there!

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Update from Torrance City Traffic Commission Meeting

Posted on October 12, 2025 by bmerryman

The 3-way stop at Newton Street, 242nd Street, and Walnut Street has been problematic, and it was a topic of discussion at the recent Torrance City Traffic Commission meeting. Many neighbors attended and spoke about concerns regarding the Triangle Intersection and speeding on Newton Street.

Next steps that the Commission agreed upon include:

  • The City will study traffic speeds on Newton Street to better understand how fast and how many cars are using the route.
  • The City agreed to look into trimming overgrown trees at the pocket park to improve visibility on Newton Street and Walnut Street, and a sign to announce Walnut St. “Road Ahead”
  • The police department will collect more data on traffic and speed since no current data was available.

Bottom Line: The City is now focusing on gathering real data and prioritizing safety — an important step forward. Special thanks to the Newton Street Community Group for its engagement, support and continued follow up to ensure safer streets for everyone.

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General Meeting October 21

Posted on October 5, 2025 by bmerryman

You’re invited to attend our next General Meeting, which will be in-person and here are the details:

  • Date: Oct. 21
  • Time: 7 pm
  • Location: The Riviera Methodist Church, 375 Palos Verdes Blvd., Redondo Beach

The primary topic will focus on Torrance Transit Services, which offers much more than a traditional bus system. Transit Planning Manager David Mach will be on hand to explain the wide range of services and how to use them, including:

  • The many bus routes and services to local venues including SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Bowl
  • Connect Torrance Microtransit Program which offers inexpensive rides within Torrance. There are two zones: one for all residents and one for people 65+ or with disabilities

We look forward to seeing you there!

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