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On May 12^th, the City Council recognized mental health awareness month to increase public understanding of the importance of mental health, and that every citizen and community member can make a difference in helping end the silence and stigma that for too long has surrounded mental illness and discouraged people from getting help.

City Manager's Report

FY 2026-27 Budget/CIP Study Sessions Continue

Thanks to everyone who participated in our second budget meeting this past Tuesday! The next budget meeting will be on May 26. On May 28, the Council will review the CIP recommendations made by the Parks and Rec and Public Works commissions. Another Budget study session is scheduled for June 9, with final adoption of the Budget scheduled for June 23rd. The City faces significant fiscal challenges which will require a mix of spending reductions and revenue enhancements to maintain our quality of life. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this process.

Memorial Day Closures

City Hall and Community Center offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day Holiday. 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 collection will be delayed by one day.

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

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Enjoy Your City  

Community Garage Sale

Saturday, May 16, 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Citywide

About this event This community-wide event is intended to help residents find homes for items they no longer need and to help with the Spring-cleaning aspirations that we all have this time of year. Sign up to have your garage sale promoted on the City’s website.  

State of the Art

Saturday, May 16, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Location: Cypress District

About this event: Indivisible Arts will host its annual fundraiser event with art displays, interactive activities, musical entertainment, refreshments, and auctions in the Cypress District. For more information, please visit event website.

SoCal Beach Foundation

Sunday, May 17, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Location: Volleyball Courts  

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

Excursion: Angels vs. Dodgers Baseball Game

Sunday, May 17, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Location: Community Center

About this event: Batter Up! Get ready for an exciting game at Angel’s Stadium. Angels vs. Dodgers should prove to be a thrilling match for Angelinos. Seats are in the shade, located on the 3rd base line in Section 205, rows G, H, J, and K. For more information, please visit event website.

CBVA

Saturday, May 23, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

Location: Volleyball Courts

About this event: The California Beach Volley Association (CBVA) will host volleyball tournaments for all ages on the north side of the Pier. For more information, please visit event website.

Memorial Day Fiesta Hermosa

Saturday, May 23-25, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

Location: Downtown

About this event: For 50 years, Fiesta Hermosa has been filling Hermosa’s streets with art, music, and fun. Fiesta de las Artes, as it was originally named, celebrated artisan culture and welcomed visitors from all around to the beach to shop and enjoy the art. For more than a decade, Fiesta has been known as Southern California’s largest beachside arts and craft festival. But we in Hermosa like to think of Fiesta simply as a tradition. For more information, please visit event website.

CBVA

Sunday, May 24, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

Location: Volleyball Courts

About this event: The California Beach Volley Association (CBVA) will host volleyball tournaments for all ages on the north side of the Pier. For more information, please visit event website.

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: 

May 12 - City Regular Council Meeting

City Council Meeting Recap from May 12^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, May 19, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers

Public Works Commission Meeting

Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers 

City Council Meeting

Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers

City Council Meeting (CIP Study Session)

Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers