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On November 13^th, Mayor Saemann, Police Chief Phillips, and Interim City Manager Napolitano hosted a productive and well-attended Public Safety Forum that brought community members together for a constructive discussion on key public safety topics. Chief Phillips shared updates on ongoing HBPD initiatives focused on strengthening community trust and enhancing public safety, and attendees had the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with City leadership.

Enjoy Your City  

Hermosa for the Holidays

Friday, November 21 to 23, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Location: Downtown Hermosa Beach

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

Casey Rohrer Accessible Playground Dedication Ceremony

Monday, November 24, 11:00 am

Location: South Park (425 Valley Drive)

About the Event: Join us for the dedication of the Casey Rohrer Accessible Playground.

Sand Snowman Contest

Saturday, December 6, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: At the Beach 

About the event: Come early and mark your spot for the best Sand Snowman! Prizes will be awarded for Hermosa Beach favorite, most unique, most traditional, best dressed, and funniest. Registration begins at 9:00am and judging will start at 11:15am at 15th Street and the Shoreline. For more information, please contact the Community Resources Department at (310)-318-0280.

Beach Cities Toy Drive

Saturday, December 6, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location: City Hall (1315 Valley Drive)  

About the event: The Cities of Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach are proud to announce the commencement of the Annual Beach Cities Toy Drive. The Beach Cities Toy Drive is held to provide toys to underprivileged children in the County of Los Angeles who would otherwise do without during the holiday season. All toys collected go directly to charities who in turn give those gifts to families in need. For more information, please visit City’s website.

Get Involved  

2026 Greater LA Homeless Count

We need your help to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. Join us on January 22^nd from 8:00pm to 11:00pm for the 2026 Homeless Count and contribute to a meaningful cause. Through the count, we are better able to direct and advocate for vital services to support the needs of our unhoused neighbors. To register, please visit County’s website.

HERO Program

The South Bay Cities Council of Governments has partnered with newly formed HERO (Housing, Empowerment, Recovery and Outreach) Community Services to deliver person-centered, field-based outreach, case management and housing retention services designed to help individuals and families experiencing or exiting homelessness achieve long-term housing stability and wellbeing. Together they will collaborate to serve areas throughout the beach cities region and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Service Planning Area 8. For more information, please visit City’s website.

Thanksgiving Holiday

In observance of Thanksgiving, City Hall and Community Center Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27. Street sweeping and PCH tow-away restrictions won't be enforced on November 27 and 28, but all other parking regulations will remain in effect. Trash will not be collected on Thursday, November 27. Collection for the remainder of the week will be postponed by one day. Construction activity also won't be permitted on those dates.

As always, Police and Public Works Departments remain available throughout. For non-emergency assistance, please call the dedicated Police Department line at (310) 524-2750.

Holiday Complimentary  Parking

Make your holiday shopping a little brighter with complimentary parking at all red-bagged meters, starting December 3 through December 25. It’s our way of saying thank you for supporting Hermosa businesses and keeping your holiday shopping local.

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: 

November 17- City Regular Council Meeting 

City Council Meeting Recap from November 17th 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   

Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission Meeting

Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers 

City Council Meeting 

Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers