Torrance public meetings in 2024
29 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting
The Council will consider a new Mobile Home Space Rent Stabilization Ordinance. Additionally, they will hold a public hearing regarding a 260-unit townhome development at Carson Street and Madrona Avenue.
- Mobile Home Space Rent Stabilization Ordinance
- Fashion Square at Del Amo Project: 260-unit townhome development
- Traffic signal improvements at Lomita Boulevard and Madison Street ($707,267)
- Torrance City Employees Association MOU ($1,454,464)
- Replacement of 34 city vehicles ($2,796,887)
City Council Meeting
The Torrance City Council will consider consent calendar items including a $1,454,464 labor contract for city employees, a pipeline franchise, and a $2,796,887 purchase of 34 replacement vehicles. During public hearings, the council will address a mobile home rent stabilization ordinance that establishes rental cost rules, and approve permits for a 260-unit townhome development at Carson Street and Madrona Avenue to add housing units. Administrative items include extending a temporary housing program through June 2028, reviewing commission compensation rules, and updating an external lighting policy.
- Public hearing on Mobile Home Space Rent Stabilization Ordinance
- Permits for Fashion Square at Del Amo Project: 260-unit townhomes at Carson St & Madrona Ave (H-DA1 Zone)
- $2,796,887 purchase order for 34 replacement city vehicles via Sourcewell
- $550,607 Measure W appropriation for Beach Cities Green Streets Project S-194 with Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, and Redondo Beach
- MOU with Torrance City Employees Association setting wages and conditions through June 2028 ($1,454,464 total)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several municipal items including a series of annual municipal water rate increases through 2029. The meeting also includes discussions on various public works projects, equipment purchases, and land lease agreements.
- Proposed annual municipal water rate increases from 2025 to 2029
- $3,363,305.37 for six 2026 Autocar/Heil CNG refuse trucks
- $640,976.41 for two 2024 Ford F-450 Medix Metro Express ambulances
- Emergency slope and roadway repairs on Vista Montana totaling $424,928.66
- On-call roofing services contracts up to $4,500,000
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several items including a series of annual municipal water rate increases through 2029. The agenda also includes various public works projects, equipment purchases, and contract approvals.
- Proposed annual municipal water rate increases from 2025 to 2029
- Purchase of six 2026 Autocar/Heil CNG refuse trucks for $3,363,305.37
- Emergency slope and roadway repairs on Vista Montana for $424,928.66
- Torrance Police Commanders’ Association MOU totaling $971,568
- Purchase of two 2024 Ford F-450 ambulances for $640,976.41
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several personnel matters including wage resolutions for management and union employees. The agenda also includes a public hearing on electronic/digital billboard amendments and an update on proposed pickleball facilities.
- Wage resolution for Engineers and Torrance Fiscal Employees Association ($2,151,876)
- Fuel oil pipeline franchise application from Zenith Energy West Coast Terminals LLC
- Amendment to grant writing services contract with Blais & Associates ($170,223)
- Public hearing on electronic/digital billboard amendments to the Municipal Code
- Update and direction on Torrance pickleball facilities ($1,250,000 pending)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a variance denial for a residential project at 417 Via Anita. The meeting also includes discussions on the Inglewood Transit Connector proposal and renewing the police military equipment use policy.
- Public hearing regarding a denied variance for a two-story residence at 417 Via Anita
- Renewal of Ordinance 3902 approving Police Department military equipment use policy
- Discussion on City of Inglewood’s Transit Connector Proposal
- Reclassification of an Administrative Assistant position to Senior Administrative Assistant ($14,600 annually)
- Proposed budget modifications for Community Development and Police departments totaling $189,697
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss legal matters, employee evaluations, and real property. Discussions include lease terms for 2700 Skypark Drive and labor negotiations with various city employee associations.
- Litigation regarding City of Torrance v. Hi-Shear Corporation
- Water Quality Control Board Orders R4-2020-0003 and R4-2021-0079
- Lease price and terms for 2700 Skypark Drive with LDC Skypark, LLC
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager
- Labor negotiations with multiple employee associations and organizations
City Council Meeting
The Torrance City Council is set to vote on several administrative actions, including a $1,242,583.10 contract to install a hydrogen sulfide gas scrubber at the North Torrance Well Field and a new 20-year lease for the Torrance Historical Society at 1345 Post Avenue. Routine items on the consent calendar include approving September meeting minutes and purchasing road maintenance equipment for $290,922.50. The council will also designate several January through June dates as "Dark Nights" with no meetings. These decisions affect local water infrastructure safety, community facility use, and public access to city government.
- Approve $1,242,583.10 contract with Pacific Hydrotech Corporation for a hydrogen sulfide gas scrubber system at the North Torrance Well Field
- Approve new 20-year lease agreement with Torrance Historical Society for city-owned building at 1345 Post Avenue
- Authorize $290,922.50 purchase order for one Reclaimer/Stabilizer through a cooperative purchase with H-GAC
- Declare City Council "Dark Nights" (no meetings) on specific Tuesdays from January 7 to June 24, 2025
- Approve proposed class specification for Information Technology Manager – Public Safety position
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several administrative updates, including a public hearing request for municipal water rate increases. The agenda also includes funding agreements for fiber networks and traffic signal optimization, as well as discussions regarding pickleball facilities in local parks.
- Public hearing request for annual municipal water rate increases (2025-2029)
- $400,000 sole source purchase order for North Torrance Well Field water treatment chemicals
- $1,050,000 grant for Torrance Fiber Network and Traffic Signal Optimization
- $1,000,000 grant for Hawthorne Boulevard Right-Turn Lanes at Lomita Boulevard and 182nd Street
- Direction regarding Wilson Park, Sur La Brea Park, and El Retiro Park pickleball facilities
City Council Meeting - Closed Session Only
The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss various labor negotiations and legal matters. Discussions include lease terms for real property and existing litigation.
- Labor negotiations with 21 different employee groups and officials
- Legal conference regarding Claudette Leslie, et al. v. Meridian Management Associates, LLC, et al.
- Lease price and terms negotiation for 1520 Greenwood Avenue with KinderCare Education, LLC
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss various labor negotiations, including wages for management and police safety employees. The agenda also includes a real property negotiation regarding a park redevelopment proposal at 18301 Kingsdale Avenue.
- Park redevelopment proposal for 18301 Kingsdale Avenue
- Encampment prevention security guard services contract amendment up to $419,912.32
- Torrance Civic Center Master Plan contingency of $18,108.20
- Wage and working condition resolution for Police Safety Management Employees ($283,304)
- Wage and working condition resolution for Executive and Management Employees ($4,712,077)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several transit-related contracts, including bus purchases and a new microtransit pilot project. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding amendments to the municipal code for electronic and digital billboards.
- Purchase of 10 rubber wheel trolley buses up to $3,061,083.26
- Contract for battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell buses up to $6,042,080.92
- Implementation of 'Connect Torrance' MicroTransit pilot project up to $2,005,390
- Amendment to recycled water usage agreement at Torrance Refinery up to $40,000,000
- Public hearing on electronic/digital billboard amendments to the Municipal Code
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several items including a new ordinance regarding public camping, fires, and shelters. The agenda also includes various administrative actions such as employee retirement resolutions and equipment purchase authorizations.
- Ordinance to prohibit camping in public places, fires in parks/public places, and loitering at bus stops
- Purchase of two tractors for $403,133.82 from Sonsray Machinery
- Amendment to contract for the Del Amo Technology Center Project (formerly Torrance Ports Logistics) for $50,227
- Resolution to amend the city parking violations fine schedule
- Public hearing regarding a development agreement for 218 apartment units at 22501 Hawthorne Boulevard
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss existing litigation, real property lease terms for 2955 Pacific Coast Highway, and labor negotiations with various employee associations.
- Litigation: Maria Soto, et al. v. City of Torrance
- Litigation: Blake Williams v. Eve Berg, et al.
- Lease negotiation for 2955 Pacific Coast Highway with DCH California Investments, LLC
- Labor negotiations with various city employee associations and officials
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several administrative matters, including a pilot program for employee recruitment and retention. They will also discuss potential changes to City Council compensation and participation in an opioid litigation settlement.
- Enhanced Recruitment and Retention Incentive Pilot Program ($4,625,000 annually)
- National Opioid Litigation Settlement with Kroger Co.
- City Council compensation discussion
- Lease negotiations for 3301 Torrance Boulevard
- Litigation: Maria Salazar v. City of Torrance
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several administrative items, including transit funding agreements and a special election for City Charter amendments. Closed sessions include discussions on litigation, real property negotiations, and labor negotiations.
- Transit contract for unarmed security services up to $1,708,640.85
- Metro ExpressLanes grant funding of $3,220,000 for I-110 Harbor freeway service
- Metro ExpressLanes grant funding of $3,066,435 for Line 1 Service Enhancement
- Metro ExpressLanes grant funding of $3,693,874 for Line 6 Service Expansion
- Special Municipal Election on November 5, 2024 regarding City Charter amendments
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a hearing regarding the Torrance Del Amo Project at 2325 Crenshaw Boulevard. The agenda also includes several contract renewals, insurance policy updates, and discussions on public employee matters.
- Torrance Del Amo Project: 272-unit residential condominium development at 2325 Crenshaw Boulevard
- City-County Municipal Services Agreement for animal care not to exceed $1,600,000
- Seismic Retrofit Ordinance implementation contract amendment for $40,000
- Lighting District No. 99-1 assessment of $1,866,272
- Property insurance coverage renewal not to exceed $683,925.34
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss various labor negotiations involving multiple employee associations. The council will also conduct real property negotiations regarding lease terms for several locations on Crenshaw Boulevard and Airport Drive.
- Labor negotiations with 21 different employee groups and officials
- Lease negotiations for 475 Crenshaw Boulevard, Suite A (The Chicken Guys)
- Lease negotiations for 475 Crenshaw Boulevard, Suite B (Ravi Shankar/Subway)
- Lease negotiations for 485 Crenshaw Boulevard, Suite A (French Kiss Cafe)
- Lease negotiations for 3481 Airport Drive, #200 (Torrance Flite Park, LLC)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding proposed amendments to the City Charter and the upcoming fiscal year's operating and capital budgets. Additionally, the council will consider various contract amendments, equipment purchases, and police retirement resolutions.
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
- Purchase of two 2024 Ford F-450 Medix Metro Express ambulances for $582,705.83
- Purchase of one 2025 Elgin CNG Broom Bear mechanical sweeper for $548,449
- Public hearing on City Charter amendments regarding city official positions
- Retirement resolutions for Police Captain Martin Vukotic, Lieutenant Patrick Hunt, Lieutenant Steven Jenkinson, and Sergeant Scott Turrentine
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss litigation, real property negotiations, labor agreements, and a police officer's suspension appeal. The public portion of the meeting includes several administrative actions regarding city contracts, fees, and infrastructure.
- $4,297,242 for Torrance School Safety and Accessibility Program at Fern and Seaside Elementary
- $273,000 amendment to Bank of America contract services agreement
- $69.68 per parking space maintenance fee for Meadow Park Parking District
- Negotiations for property sale (APN: 7352-006-905) and leases at 3511-3525 Pacific Coast Highway and APN: 7519-026-900
- Levy and collection of assessments for Torrance Lighting District No. 99-1
City Council Meeting
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 operating budget. The agenda also includes a request to approve a $10,649,140.21 agreement for police body-worn and in-car cameras.
- $10,649,140.21 contract amendment for Axon Enterprise body-worn and in-car cameras
- $5,500,000 grant allocation for Community Resource and Response Center rehabilitation
- First public hearing on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
- Real property lease negotiations for multiple locations including 3141 Torrance Boulevard
- Discussion regarding the direction of the Airport Commission
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to discuss several administrative matters including a potential forensic review of financial processes and the establishment of an off-leash dog park at Columbia Park. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding litigation, labor negotiations, and real property leases.
- Forensic review of City financial processes from FY 2014-15 through FY 2022-23 ($68,090 pending)
- Establishment of an off-leash dog park at Columbia Park (approximately $88,829 pending)
- Annual membership renewal with California Transit Indemnity Pool (not-to-exceed $543,193)
- Lease negotiations for properties at 23701 Ocean Avenue, 5550 Towers Street, 23009 Doris Way, and 1740 Plaza Del Amo
- Purchase of up to 500 Los Angeles Dodgers game tickets (not-to-exceed $18,000 pending)
City Council Meeting
The council will declare the results of the March 5, 2024, General Municipal Election and install new officers. The meeting also includes discussions on labor negotiations, real property leases, and several public works appropriations.
- Declaration of March 5, 2024, General Municipal Election results
- Appropriation of $5,366,953 for the Beach Cities Green Streets Project
- Appropriation of $599,495.39 for City of Torrance Fiber Network and Traffic Signal Optimization
- Subsidy of $550 for Wilson Park rental by California State Legislature
- Negotiation of lease terms for 3481 Airport Drive, #200
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet to consider several administrative matters including a contract for audio visual upgrades in the council chamber. The agenda also includes discussions on legal service fee amendments, property easements, and potential new city installations.
- Contract award to Triton Technology Solutions, Inc. for $578,092.60 for audio visual and control system upgrades
- Amendment to legal services fee agreement with Rutan & Tucker, LLP for $1,758,371.70
- One-time amplified sound permit for Islamic Center of South Bay event at Charles H. Wilson Park
- Approval of Final Parcel Map No. 83607 and associated easements
- Discussion on potential installation of a live webcam and an electronic message board
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider potential amendments to the City Charter regarding several city official positions. The meeting also includes a public hearing on amending the municipal code for pickleball court placement.
- Public hearing on Torrance Municipal Code amendment for pickleball court placement
- Discussion of potential City Charter amendments for City Manager, Attorney, Clerk, and Treasurer
- Police vehicle outfitting change order for $4,998.68
- Request for $500 subsidy for El Retiro Park rental fees
- Request for up to $100 landing fee subsidy at Torrance Municipal Airport
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several administrative matters, including a large pavement improvement program and various labor agreements. The agenda also includes discussions on real property negotiations, city charter amendments, and community events.
- Residential and Arterial Pavement Improvement Program: $18,480,420 agreement with All American Asphalt of Corona, CA
- Torrance Police Officers Association (TPOA) memorandum of understanding: $5,769,258 total expenditure
- Van Ness Water Wells Transmission Main agreement amendment: up to $15,832,149.85
- Little Free Library Book-Sharing Pilot Program: $1,730 for post installation
- Los Angeles Dodgers ticket purchase: not-to-exceed $31,710
City Council Meeting
The Torrance City Council will vote on a $650,000 grant for a multi-use trail project and approve a roughly $2.6 million lease for 54 unmarked police vehicles. These actions fund local recreation infrastructure and maintain public safety fleet capacity. Staff also recommends adopting wage adjustments for part-time hourly employees and fire recruits to comply with state laws or union agreements. The council will discuss potential noise monitoring upgrades at Torrance Municipal Airport and evaluate gateway entry signage for Downtown Torrance.
- Approve $650,000 Measure M grant for the Transportation Open Space Corridor Multi-Use Trails Project
- Lease 54 unmarked police vehicles through a Sourcewell cooperative purchase totaling approximately $2,611,611.32
- Authorize up to $5,300,000 in gasoline and diesel fuel purchase orders with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. over three years
- Approve an appeal allowing construction of a two-unit residential development at 1724 Arlington Avenue while denying a conditional use permit for exceeding floor area ratio limits
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 3929 regulating taxi and stop-go approaches at Torrance Municipal Airport
City Council Meeting
The council will review land use studies for city-owned properties and the Torrance Municipal Airport. Action items include approving vehicle purchases, sidewalk accessibility repairs, and various airport project agreements.
- Purchase of nine 2024 Ford F-150 trucks up to $378,005.31
- Sidewalk repair for disabled accessibility award to Kalban, Inc. for $1,018,950
- $2,000,000 settlement contribution for Torrance Airport Storm Water Basin Project
- $5,000,000 grant for World War II Camp Wall Monument Project at Columbia Park
- Amendment to Torrance Municipal Code regarding airport taxi and approach regulations
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a memorandum of understanding for the Torrance Fire Fighters Association covering 2023 through 2027. Additionally, the council will hear an appeal regarding a proposed two-unit residential development at 1724 Arlington Avenue.
- Memorandum of Understanding for Torrance Fire Fighters Association ($6,098,972 total; ~$1,524,743 annually)
- Appeal of Planning Commission denial for residential development at 1724 Arlington Avenue
- Appointment of Deputy City Attorney I (Galen Bean) at $134,707 annually
- Appointment of Deputy City Attorney III (Jennifer Guerrero) at $202,226 annually
- Grant application for the Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program