Join Us for the 2019 State of the City Address
Join Hermosa Beach Mayor Stacey Armato for our annual State of the City Address on Thursday June 13, 2019.
This year's State of the City Address will be held in the Council Chambers at Hermosa Beach City Hall (1315 Valley Drive) with a social hour at 5:30 PM and the program beginning at 6:30 PM.
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City Council Study Session - Council Chambers:
6pm
Parks & Rec. Commission Mtg. - Council Chambers: 7pm
6/11
City Council Meeting
- Council Chambers: 7pm
6/12
School Board Meeting - Council Chambers: 7pm
6/13
2019 State of the City Address -
Council Chambers: 5:30
pm
Planning Commission Meeting - Council Chambers:
7pm
6/25
City Council Meeting:
Cancelled
6/26
School Board Special Meeting - Council Chambers:
7pm
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City Manager's Updates
Missed out on the last City Council Meeting? Check out our
City's website for the most recent community update on Council actions.
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Share your thoughts!
Check out Hermosa's Online Community Engagement Portal -
SpeakupHermosa! Share and vote on community ideas and learn about ongoing projects.
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HBCSD Board Highlights
Hermosa Beach City School District Board Highlights now available via our newsletter. See upcoming
Meetings
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d the
Events Calendar
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HBCERT News
For more information on training or becoming a member of the Hermosa Beach CERT volunteer group, please visit
www.hbcert.org
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Dispute Resolution Services
The South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution is offering a series of services and events locally for Hermosa Beach residents.
Read more...
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Report City Issues via our GoHermosa! App
If you haven't done so already, check out GoHermosa!, our new smartphone application that allows residents to report service issues such as potholes, graffiti, sidewalk damage and other problems directly to city departments.
The app is free and available to download for
iPhone and
Android users. For more information on the app and instructions on how to use it, click
HERE.
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Job Opportunities at the City of Hermosa Beach
Become a part of the Hermosa Beach team! The City is currently or will soon be hiring for the following positions:
Current Openings
Coming Soon
- Public Works Director
- Deputy City Clerk
To view job descriptions, find more information on how to apply, or sign up to receive notifications when new jobs are posted, please visit our
job opportunities webpage
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Take the Pledge to Be a Responsible Pet Owner
Here's the scoop Hermosa. We are looking for responsible pet owners to take the pledge to keep our feet, streets, and water clean from pet waste!
Learn about the City's Dog license requirement and responsiblities for owners on our website here.
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM HERMOSA BEACH
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Kick Off Your Summer in Hermosa!
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With Memorial Day weekend in the books, we've marked the unofficial start of the summer season. Whether you're local or planning a visit to Hermosa Beach this summer, we want you to be in the know and get the most out of the events, programs, and activities the best little beach city has to offer.
Read up on what you need to know to have a safe and fun-filled summer in Hermosa Beach!
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Many Ways to Get Around
A warm summer day can bring a lot of people to the beach. If you're looking to enjoy everything Hermosa has to offer, but want avoid driving or having to find parking at the beach this summer, you've got choices! You can find info on ridesharing zones, EV charging, public transit, and more on our website.
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Fun in the Sun
There's always something fun happening in Hermosa! From volleyball events, triathlons, and the international surf festival at the beach, to art festivals, yoga, and Shakespeare performances at the park, Hermosa Beach will play host to a variety of free events this summer that are fun for the whole family.
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Keep Our Beach Clean
A day at the beach is a must on your summer bucket list. To keep our beaches beautiful and clean, we all need to be good stewards of our beach. It's simple, if you're at the beach throw away everything you bring and consider spending a few minutes picking up trash around you or participating in a beach cleanup this summer.
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Play in the Park
Beyond the beach, Hermosa Beach has over 20 parks and parkettes throughout the City, offering residents ample green space for picnics, outings and sporting events. There are three City parks with large fields: Valley Park, Clark Stadium, and South Park, that are home to several youth and adult sport leagues.
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Summer Reading List
Join us on a literary adventure this summer by learning about the programming, resources, and books our Hermosa Beach Library has to offer!
We are also fortunate to have the Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library and a number of Little Free Libraries that can be found with books throughout our little beach town.
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Help be Our Eyes & Ears
While you're out and about this summer, if you see something in need of repair, maintenance, or attention, give us a heads up so we can address the issue in a timely manner. With our Go Hermosa App, you can help be our eyes and ears by submitting a service request when you see places that could use a touch up.
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Keep it Local
We are proud of the more than 300 small businesses that call Hermosa home. Our businesses put a lot on the line to chase their business dreams and their heart and soul into making the best little beach city even better and we hope you'll support our local businesses as you head to the beach or an event this summer.
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A Summer Series
With the Hermosa Beach City Council awarding a contract for production and management of the popular Hermosa Beach Summer Series to 5B Artists + Media, the music will go on! You can mark your calendar and look forward to live performances that will be free to the public and feature high-caliber artists this August.
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Strand for All
The Strand is a place to stroll, not a speedway. Please help us in keeping the Strand safe and enjoyable for everyone by observing the 8 mph speed limit, walking your bike, skateboard, wheels through the walk zone, and refraining from using the power on your motorized bikes, scooters, and skateboards on the Strand.
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Breathe Free Hermosa
The City of Hermosa Beach has been working with the community in recent years to create smoke-free public spaces through our Healthy Air Hermosa campaign. The City has taken additional steps this year through new ordinances and a grant from the California Department of Justice to reduce teen tobacco use.
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Hide it. Lock it. Keep it.
Every summer the population of Hermosa increases by the thousands as people head to the beach. Unfortunately, the population isn't the only thing that spikes during the summer - so do thefts. This summer, help keep our community safe by following our summer crime prevention tips and reporting suspicious activity.
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Stay Up to Date
Follow along with the City of Hermosa Beach on our social media channels as we share important information about activities, work, and events happening in Hermosa Beach. We've expanded our presence on social media in an effort to keep you informed and engaged with everything Hermosa.
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COMMUNITY
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
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Dedication of the Julian Katz Memorial Bikeway
Join us for the dedication of the Julian Katz Memorial Bikeway in honor of long-time Hermosa resident, bicycle advocate, and reader of books, Julian Katz. The Hermosa Avenue sharrows will be re-named in his honr and we invite you to join in the dedication ceremony will take place at the Bicycle Corral located on Hermosa Avenue just south of 10th Street on Thursday June 6, 2019 from 5 to 6 pm.
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Kick Off Your Summer at The Sandlot
Celebrate the end of the school year and the start of Summer with a special screening of the cult classic 'The Sandlot.'
The event will take place at the Hermosa Beach Community Theatre (710 Pier Avenue) on Friday June 21, 2019 starting at 6:00 PM.
Tickets are $5 for ages 17 & under and $10 for those 18+ and can be purchased in advance online.
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Beach Cities Health
's FREE Fitness Series is back! Get moving and de-stress with Beach Cities Health District's Free Fitness Series, a community-wide event that brings together fitness and fun! This year Beach Cities Health will offer a series in Hermosa Beach in August!
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Apply to Serve on a City Board or Commission
We want you...to get involved in the City of Hermosa Beach. Applications are now being accepted for a number of the City's Boards and Commissions including the
Planning Commission;
Parks, Recreation, & Community Resources Commission; and
Civil Service Board.
The filing deadline to apply is 6 pm on Monday July, 1, 2019.
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Are You and Your Pets Prepared?
Pets are part of your family and it is important to include plans for your pets in your family emergency plans and emergency supply kit. In addition to food and medications your pet may need, your kit should also include: a list of commands your animal follows, collar or harness with ID tag, crate or carrier, dietary needs and restrictions, list of medications, and a photo of you and your pet together in case you are separated in a disaster.
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Summer Fun: Camps, Classes & More!
Registrations are quickly filling up for Summer recreation programs! From sports leagues to art classes, and excursions to summer camps, t
he Hermosa Beach Community Resources Department offers a wide variety of activities for the whole family. Sign up today, classes and camps are selling out fast!
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Become a Hermosa Certified Green Business
If you're a local business interested in going green or receiving recognition for your efforts, you can become a certified green business in Hermosa Beach.
Not only is the program free to participate in, businesses receive on-site assistance, and local and statewide recognition by participating in the Hermosa Beach Green Business Program. In February we had the opportunity to recognize our first eight certified green businesses. Join us in congratulating them on their Green Business Network Certification!
- Pilatesology
- Spice Craze
- Our Lady of Guadalupe
- Hi-Fi Espresso
- The Source Cafe
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- Gum Tree
- Curious...
- Best Swimwear
- Pilates Place
- Face It Today
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- The Green Store
- Cultured Slice
- Fusion Academy
- Cantelmo Architecture
- Earth's Elements Hermosa
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Nominate a Local Business for a 2019 SEED Award
The South Bay Business Environmental Coalition (SBBEC) will be honoring local individuals, groups, and businesses that have exhibited excellence in helping to improve environmental sustainability and quality of life in the South Bay.
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