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VOLUME 13 | ISSUE 10

MARCH 9 - MARCH 15, 2023

We're excited to announce the launch of a Citywide Logo Competition and we want YOUR help! On February 7, 2023, the City Council challenged the public to help design a new logo for the City. This competition is the community's chance to show the world the #WhyTorrance experience and reflect Torrance as a great place to live, work, and play. The competition is open to everyone! The winning design and artist(s) will be recognized at a future City Council meeting and earn the ultimate bragging rights - how cool is that?

HOW TO SUBMIT?

• All entries must be submitted electronically in a JPEG format to [email protected] no later than 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2023.
• Along with your design, include a brief description in 100 words or less what inspired the design and why your design should be selected. Include your full name(s), email address, postal address, and telephone number.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE OFFICIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RULES AT:

TORRANCECA.GOV/LOGOCONTEST

Watch this short, informational video about the Metro C-Line Extension to Torrance. Learn about the three options that Metro is considering for this project.

The City of Torrance is proud to share our latest website www.TrendingInTorrance.com! This website is designed to inform the community on some of the most pressing topics in the City of Torrance. Learn all about sidewalk vending, homeless services, coyotes and more! www.TrendingInTorrance.com will be updated as new information and topics begin to trend.

In keeping with its ongoing efforts to serve all members of the public, the City of Torrance is updating its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) self-evaluation and transition plan. The accessibility plan provides a comprehensive plan for accessibility for persons with disabilities to City facilities, programs, services, activities, and events.

The City is seeking input from the community and organizations assisting persons with disabilities. Your feedback will assist in addressing and prioritizing current and future accessibilities needs.

Your comments and opinions are important to us and will provide valuable information regarding how the City can better serve persons with disabilities. Please complete the ADA Public Input Survey and/or the ADA Organizations Representing Individuals with Disabilities Survey by March 10, 2023.

You can also send an email or call the ADA Coordination Office with your comments and suggestions without completing a survey. Please contact: Alina Gonzaque at (310) 618-5880 or [email protected]

Do you have a friend or family member celebrating their birthday of 100 years or older?

The City of Torrance would like to honor your loved one’s wealth of experience and longevity through its Centenarian Program, administered by the Recreation Division and Commission on Aging. Participants or their loved ones must submit their application no less than two months prior to the Centenarian’s birthday and the honoree must be a resident of the City of Torrance. The Centenarian will receive a venerable certificate and Centenarian Coin from the City at a future City Council Meeting. For more information, please call us at (310) 618-2930.

THE myTorranceCA APP HAS AN UPDATE WITH ADDED FEATURES!

The new myTorranceCA App has an update! Reporting coyotes, illegal dumping, graffiti and other issues has never been easier! The app's mapping system has been improved and now residents can report unpermitted sidewalk vendors. You can download the myTorranceCA App on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Scan the QR code to visit the City's Mobile Application Page.

Once you check out the app, feel free to share some feedback with us by completing this survey.

DOWNLOAD THE EVERBRIDGE APP!

Download the Everbridge App and receive TorranceAlerts on all mobile devices! You can receive alerts as text's emails, and mobile notifications.

Become more familiar with our website and the services the City offers with our Question of the Week. Tip: Navigate or search through the City of Torrance website to find the answer!

Let's see how savvy you are! Maybe you'll learn something new about the City. 

Head over to TorranceCA.Gov and search through each department to see if you can answer this week's question. 

If you are interested in learning about and receiving updates and information about COVID-19, please visit the County of Los Angeles Public Health website.

TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The public is invited to attend the next regularly scheduled Torrance City Council Meeting on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chambers. Council meetings can be viewed via CitiCABLE Channel 3 (Spectrum) and Channel 31 (Frontier), streaming on www.TorranceCA.Gov, Facebook @CityofTorranceCAGovernment, and YouTube Channel TorranceCitiCABLE.

TORRANCE TODAY

Tune in to CitiCABLE’s program TORRANCE TODAY. The 15-minute live news broadcast airs Monday through Thursday at 4 p.m. Get your daily news and information related to the City of Torrance. Featured segments include stories about health, wellness, safety, education, economic development, and local issues. TORRANCE TODAY can be viewed via CitiCABLE Channel 3 (Spectrum) and Channel 31 (Frontier), streaming on www.TorranceCA.Gov, Facebook @CityofTorranceCAGovernment, and YouTube Channel TorranceCitiCABLE.

What to do if you see a coyote while walking your dog?

Encounters with coyotes may happen at the park, on a hiking trail or in residential areas. Not all encounters will result in conflict. Dog-owners can protect their pets by taking preventive measures before coming face-to-face with a coyote.

Tips to keep your dog safe from coyotes while on a walk:

1.      Always use a leash. Not only is an off-leash dog in public illegal, it is also dangerous for your pet, other animals and people. Larger dogs may engage a coyote while smaller dogs may bark or run away. A leash, no longer than six feet, helps you maintain control over your pet.

2.      Take a personal protection device. If conflict with a coyote or another canine arises, stopping a fight could cause injury. By taking a protection device, such as an umbrella or walking stick, you’re better equipped to neutralize the situation. Potentially saving yourself a trip to the hospital or vet.   

3.      Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid distractions like earbuds or cell phones. Keep an eye out for coyotes, loose dogs, or other potential threats. Startled coyotes and dogs may respond in fight mode. Avoid walking late at night and in the early morning when coyotes are most frequently seen.

4.      Pick up small dogs if you see a coyote. Animals smaller than the coyote, about 20- 35 pounds, are especially vulnerable. Small dogs can be considered prey. A spike vest adds a layer of armor for your pet.

5.      Never turn your back and run. Coyotes are canines. When you turn your back or run, it invites canines to chase. It also teaches them humans are afraid of coyotes. Instead stop, shout, and make yourself look big and intimidating.

Walks are a highlight of any dog’s day. Keeping them safe and happy is a pet-owners responsibility. If dog owners are aware coyote encounters may occur they can take steps to avoid negative coyote interactions.



To learn more about why coyotes venture into residential areas, visit our website www.TorranceCA.Gov/Coyotes. 

UPDATED COYOTE

MANAGEMENT PLAN

The Torrance Community Services Department released an updated Coyote Management Plan. The Coyote Management Plan provides information on management strategies, education, enforcement, and response plans. 

A visit to the Madrona Marsh Preserve is truly a unique experience. Come and explore one of the last remaining vernal wetlands in Southern California. The Madrona Marsh Preserve and Nature Center is located at 3201 Plaza del Amo. The entrance gate to the Preserve is directly across the street from the Nature Center along Plaza del Amo. Ample free parking is available.

The Marsh hosts several programs on an ongoing basis, including art exhibits, events for children, classes and workshops, speakers and more. To take advantage of this natural resource, visit the Friends of Madrona Marsh...   

Come sample our seasonal variety of top-quality produce brought in each week direct from 60 California farms. The market features a year-round selection of California-grown fruits, nuts, vegetables, eggs, honey, baked goods, fish, cut flowers, and nursery stock. We accept EBT! Swing by the Information booth to learn how to use your EBT.

If you have any questions or would like to reach the Farmers' Market Manager Joyce Chan, please call (310) 781-7520 or email her at [email protected].

You're invited to take part in the Seaside Heroes Park Beatification monthly clean-up effort!

Arrive anytime between 8 and 11 A.M. at Seaside Heroes Park and be a part of a community effort to keep the park beautiful!

Students who need community service work hours can get their forms signed after completing the work. The park spans between Anza Avenue, Lomita Boulevard, and Kathryn Avenue. Meet volunteers by the entrance near 22812 Kathryn Avenue.

Seaside Heroes Park is a tribute to three young men from the neighborhood who lost their lives in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. As you enter the park from the Kathryn entrance, you'll see the memorial which was built with donations from residents.

For more information or to get in touch with Jenna, call (310) 920-9387 or email [email protected]. You can also follow 'Seaside Heroes Park' on Instagram and Facebook for updates, park information, and photos of the event.

FREE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS AND ELECTRONIC WASTE

DRIVE-THRU COLLECTION EVENT

Sunday, March 19, 2023 | 9 A.M. - 3 P.M.

Torrance Courthouse

825 Maple Avenue

LOS CANCIONEROS MASTER CHORALE PRESENTS: PEACE AND COMFORT

Sunday, March 19, 2023 | 7 P.M. | Students $25 General Admission $35

James R. Armstrong Theatre

3330 Civic Center Drive

Microbusinesses in Los Angeles County can apply for a $2,500 grant. The Economic Opportunity Grant program offers over $54 million in grant awards to help businesses recover and grow. Microbusinesses with less than $50,000 in annual revenue are eligible for this program during Phase 1. Small businesses and non-profits are able to apply during Phase 2 which began on Thursday, February 23 and will run at least through Saturday, May 20. Microbusinesses will still be eligible to apply for grants during phase 2. For more information, visit Grants.LACounty.Gov or view this Economic Opportunity Grant fact sheet.

Multiple lane closures continue on Crenshaw Boulevard between 182nd Street and Redondo Beach Boulevard. The Crenshaw Boulevard Rehabilitation Project which kicked off October 2022 includes roadway improvements such as pavement rehabilitation, replacement of uplifted or damaged curbs, gutters and sidewalk, sign replacements, parkway landscape improvements, and traffic signal upgrades. Work is anticipated to be completed March 2023. For more information, please visit the project page and sign up for TorranceAlerts.

See traffic impacts by accessing our Traffic Impacts Map.

I-405 NORTHBOUND ON/OFF RAMP CLOSURES

Scheduled to start Sunday, April 2