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!
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.
We posted previously about the opportunity to share your views on updating the Hillside Overlay at the next Torrance City Council meeting. The Council will also discuss adopting an ordinance to amend the Torrance City Code to once again allow Touch and Go, full stop-taxi back, and low approaches at the Torrance Airport (item 10B). Last year these operations were prohibited by the Council because of the residents’ protests against increasing airport noise. If you would like to share your opinion on this issue, consider attending the upcoming City Council meeting, emailing City Council Members or offering comments if you can’t attend.
When: Tuesday, June 17 at 6:30PM
Location: LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
Offer Comments: Note that comments submitted before 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 16, 2025, will be published for public review prior to the meeting. Comments received after 5:30 p.m., but prior to the adjournment of the meeting will be added to the record. You can submit your comments here: https://torranceca.primegov.com/public/portal?fromiframe=true (Use the comment bubble on the right)
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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