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On September 9th, City Council celebrated California’s 175th Anniversary of Statehood and the official commencement of the yearlong statewide celebrations that will include events, educational programing, and civic activities that will explore California’s historical journey and future promise. Mayor Saemann presented a Proclamation to Skye Connors from Governor Newsom's Office.

On September 11th, the City held its annual 9/11 wreath-laying ceremony to honor and remember the lives lost during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The solemn gathering brought together community members, local officials, first responders, and veterans to pay tribute to the victims, their families, and the countless heroes who responded with courage and selflessness in the face of unimaginable tragedy. 

Enjoy Your City  

Movies on the Beach  

Saturday, September 13, 2025 

Location: South of the Pier 

About the Event: The Hermosa Beach Friends of the Parks will host the annual Movies at the Beach south of the Pier. For more information and event times, visit event website.  

Hermosa Beach Concert Series

Sunday, September 14, 3:00 pm

Location: South of the Pier

About the Event: Last chance to enjoy our concert series on Sunday, September 14th on the beach South of the Pier. All are welcome to enjoy free music on the beach beginning at 3:00 PM, and Fleetwood Mac tribute band Rumours will be headlining. For more information, please visit City’s website. 

Glow Ride for Cystic Fibrosis 

Saturday, September 20, 3:00 pm – 10 pm  

Location: Hermosa Beach Pier 

About the event: The Claire’s Place Foundation will host its annual Glow Ride for Cystic Fibrosis, a walk/ride on the Strand to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis. For more information, visit the event website. 

SoCal Beach Foundation – Volleyball  

Saturday, September 27, 6 am – 12:00 pm  

Location: North Side of the Pier  

About the event: The SoCal Beach Foundation will host adult beach volleyball tournaments on the north side of the Pier. For more information, visit the event website. 

Local 90254 Oktoberfest  

Saturday, September 27, 12 pm – 8:00 pm  

Location: Downtown Hermosa Beach  

About the event: The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitor’s Bureau will host Locale 90254 featuring vendor tents, music, carnival rides, and more throughout downtown Hermosa Beach. For more information, visit the event website. 

Get Involved  

Dog License Renewal & Rabies Clinic

2025 Hermosa Beach dog license sales and renewals begin September 15. These licenses, which are required for all dogs in the City, prove ownership, help reunite lost dogs with their owners, and ensure vaccination against rabies. Licenses must be purchased or renewed by October 31, or a 50% penalty will be added to the cost. 

On a related note, the City’s annual Rabies Clinic will be held on Thursday, October 2. Once determined, the time and location will be shared on the City’s website along with additional information. 

Coastal Cleanup Day

The City of Hermosa Beach, in partnership with Heal the Bay, will host the annual Coastal Cleanup Day to clean our coastline on September 20th. Check-in begins at 9:00am on Schumacher Plaza.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own reusable buckets and gloves. For more information, please contact the Community Resources Department at (310) 318-0280.

West Basin Water District Rain Barrel Giveaway

West Basin Municipal Water District is giving away free rain barrels at three upcoming events. Open to all Hermosa residents and all customers within West Basin's territory, the September 13 giveaway event will be held nearby in El Segundo. Please visit West Basin’s website to register and for more information.

City Council Meeting Recordings & Recap

For those who couldn't make it to this week’s City Council meetings, we've got you covered! Click the link below to access recorded videos: 

September 9 - City Regular Council Meeting 

City Council Meeting Recap from September 9th can be found here.  

Live City Council meeting links, agendas, meeting minutes and archived videos are always available on the City's website. Stay informed about community events, local issues, and policy decisions in our community. 

Upcoming City Meetings   

Planning Commission Meeting  

Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers 

Public Works Commission Meeting   

Wednesday, September 17, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers 

City Council Meeting  

Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers