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On January 13^th, the City Council recognized Madeline Bergay as the winner of the 16^th Annual Parking Permit Art Contest. Inspired by Hermosa Beach’s coastline, it features a silhouetted surfer atop a stained-glass wave set against a glowing sunset. As a friendly reminder, parking permits go on sale Monday, February 2^nd. For more information, please visit City’s website.

On January 13^th, the City Council recognized Hana Olsen, Aria Brugnatelli, Dylan Haight, and Ruby Richardson as the winners of the 46^th Annual Los Angeles County Public Library Bookmark Contest. Through their creative bookmark designs, these students beautifully expressed their love of books and reading.

City Manager's Report

Happy New Year from Team Hermosa!

On behalf of your city staff, I want to wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

Yes, there have been lots of changes at City Hall over this past year. And yes, things will continue to change because that’s the nature of the business we’re in—staff will come and go, issues will change and evolve.

But our mission will always be the same—doing all we can as city staff to best serve the City Council, our residents, businesses, and visitors.

We’re here to help because we love what we do as city staff. Yes, we get paid to do it but the same can be said for most any other job, right? Public service is different. I believe it’s a calling for people who want to be that change they want to see in the world, right here in our little corner of it called Hermosa Beach.

You’ll see city staff at council meetings, City Hall, and around town doing the many different jobs that they do. If you come across them, please feel free to say hi and offer a kind word if you’re so inclined, because they love to know they’re making a difference. And if you see something that isn’t right or can be made better, feel free to tell us that too.

It’s going to be another busy year in Hermosa Beach, but rest assured that your city staff, “Team Hermosa,” is on the job and working together to help make Hermosa Beach the best little beach city it can be.

MLK Holiday

City Hall and Community Center Offices will be closed Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Street sweeping and parking enforcement along PCH will be suspended that Monday, as will all construction work, while all other local parking regulations remain in effect. Trash will be collected as scheduled.

Hope everyone has a great Holiday, and as always, Police and Public Works remain available throughout. For non-emergency assistance, please call the dedicated Police Department line at (310) 524-2750.

Enjoy Your City  

Winter Sidewalk Sale

Friday, January 23 - 25, 10 am – 4 pm

Location: Various locations in Hb

About this event: The Hermosa Beach Sidewalk Sale is January 23-25. Take advantage of special promotions, sales, discounted items, in-store activities and live music for families throughout downtown Hermosa Beach. For more information, please visit City’s website.

Interscholastic Beach Volleyball Tournament Series

Saturday, January 24-25, 8 am – 5 pm

Location: Volleyball Courts   

About the event: Interscholastic Beach Volleyball will host youth volleyball tournaments on the north side of the Pier. For more information, please visit event website.

What the Fuzz (WTF) Event

Tuesday, January 27, 12 pm – 2 pm

Location: Scotty’s on the Strand

About this event: Please join our Hermosa Beach Police Department at Scotty’s and spend time getting to know the Department and the team that makes up this great organization. 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.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

City will host its drive-thru Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Collection Event from 9AM-3PM on Saturday, January 17 located near the Clark Field. Residents can drop off paint, batteries, chemicals, computers, phones and TVs without leaving their car, and City staff will be there to help unload

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: 

January 13- City Regular Council Meeting 

City Council Meeting Recap from January 13^th 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, January 20, 2026, 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers

Public Works Commission Meeting

Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers

City Council Meeting 

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers