Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc.Torrance CA 90501

 This is the Hazardous Materials Spill Report on the reported 5 gallon leak of Modified Hydroflouric Acid at the Torrance Refinery this morning.  Posting on Facebook from the Torrance Fire Deparment is at the bottom of this email.   John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners’ Association, Inc. (SETHA)           Governor's Office Emergency Services Hazardous  Materials Spill Report DATE :  12/22/2018 TIME:   1059 RECEIVED BY: CONTROL# : Cal OES  -  18-8696 NRC - 1.a. PERSON NOTIFYING  Cal OES : 1. NAME: 2. AGENCY: 3. PHONE#: 4. Ext: 5. PAG/CELL: City of Torrance Fire Department 1.b. PERSON REPORTING SPILL (If different from above): 1. NAME: 2. AGENCY: 3. PHONE#: 4. Ext: 5. PAG/CELL: 2. SUBSTANCE TYPE: 2. a. SUBSTANCE: b.QTY: >=< Amount Measure c. TYPE: d. OTHER: e. PIPELINE f.  VESSEL >= 300 Tons 1.   Modified HF Hydroflouric acid < 5 Gal(s) CHEMICAL

  This report is for Sunday, December 9, 2018 through Saturday, December 15, 2018. 39 incidents were reported during the week. This is the link to the complete Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log:   https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showdocument?id=47237   RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 3 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance.   1 in North Torrance on Friday, December 14th at 3:50 AM when the suspect attempted to pry open a window but  was startled by the homeowner and fled.   1 in the Riviera on Monday, December 10th at 9:45PM when the suspect smashed a rear kitchen glass door in an attempt to enter but  fled when confronted by the homeowner.   1 in Southwood on Monday, December 10th after 9:30 PM when the suspect smashed a window in an attempt to gain entry but  fled when the homeowner turned on a light.   AUTO BURGLARY There were 9 in Torrance, none in Southeast Torrance with 2 in the 3500 Block of Carson Street.   AUTO THEFT There

  INCREASE IN AUTO BURGLARIES AND AUTO THEFT IN SOUTHEAST TORRANCE THIS REPORTING PERIOD.   This report is for Sunday, December 2, 2018 through Saturday, December 8, 2018 46 incidents in the log for this reporting period. Link to the complete Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log:  https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showdocument?id=47155   RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 4 in Torrance. 1 each in West, Hillside, Riviera and North Torrance.   AUTO BURGLARIES There were 15 in Torrance and 4 in Southeast Torrance.   12/8 6:15 PM to 12/9 2 AM        24200 Block Huber  Suspect enters unlocked vehicle and took cell phone, keys, ID and paperwork. 12/3 6:30 PM to 12/4 5 AM        23000 Block Arlington  Suspect smashed window for entry and took backpack.    Same time as above                  23000 Block Arlington  Suspect smashed window for entry and took owner’s manual. 12/2 8 PM     to 12/3 7:25 AM     1700 Block 244th St      Suspect forced open

    Police were investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting (OIS) Sunday night in Torrance, according to authorities and media reports. One person was killed in the OIS, media reports said. It was reported about 8 p.m. in the 1700 block of Carson street, slightly west of Western Avenue, Torrance police said. No officers were hurt. It’s unknown at this point what led up to the shooting. The area around the scene has been closed for the police and death investigation. People were urged to avoid the area. Broadcast reports said police had an armored vehicle at the scene. The scene of the incident is the Ralph’s parking lot. Weekly Crime Report for Sunday, November 25, 2018 through Saturday, December 1, 2018. There were 46 incidents in the report.  Link to the complete Torrance PD Log:   https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showdocument?id=47052 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 3 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance.  1 each in the Riviera, Madrona and

  The Torrance Refinery Rule 1180 Refinery Fence Line Monitoring Plan, as required by the South Coast AQMD, has been released for public comment.  Comments from the public will be accepted until 5:30PM, December 21, 2018. This is the link to the Torrance Refinery Company Plan:   http://www.aqmd.gov/docs/default-source/fenceline_monitroing/rule_1180_refinery_plans/torrance_refinery_draft_fenceline_plan.pdf?sfvrsn=8   Additional details are in the AQMD email below.   John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners’ Association, Inc. (SETHA)   Rule 1180 Refinery Fenceline Air Monitoring Plan Guideline  (PDF, 2MB)   Refinery/Operator   Fenceline Air Monitoring Plan Released for Public Comments Public comments accepted until Plan Status Chevron El Segundo Refinery   Chevron Draft Plan December 07, 2018 5:30pm December 21, 2018 5:30pm   Public Review Tesoro Carson and Wilmington Refineries*   Pending        Pending Phillips 66 Ca

  The City of Torrance has awarded a construction contract for work that will generally consist of localized repairs of damaged sidewalks,  repair of damaged curbs and driveways and handicap ramp upgrades in Southeast Torrance.  There will also be some associated tree removal and replacements.  The work has begun and is anticipated to last through March 2019. The project will be in the area from Sepulveda Blvd on the north to the city limits on the south and from Cabrillo Avenue on the west to  Western Avenue on the east in Southeast Torrance. The contractor will be distributing a flyer in phases as the construction progresses.  However, they will only be distributing  flyers to addresses where work is occurring. We are letting you know now about the project so you will be aware of it. The flyer has contact information if you have any questions about the project. Shin Furukawa is the City Engineering Manager for the project. Shin Furukawa, P.E. Enginee

T F D has responded to a 2nd alarm structure fire near the 23700 Block of Vine Ave. The fire has been extinguished. Vine Avenue remains closed until further notice. T F D units remain on scene.  John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners’ Association, Inc. (SETHA) 12/4/2018  9:45PM

 The Santa Claus float, sponsored by the Torrance Police Officers Association, is scheduled to be in Southeast Torrance on Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th. The float leaves the Torrance Police Department at 5 PM each night. Thursday, November 29th.  The route will cover the area between Sepulveda Blvd to 239th Street                                                      and from Crenshaw Blvd to Arlington Avenue. Friday, November 30th         The route will cover the area between Sepulveda Blvd to 242nd Street                                                and from Arlington  Avenue to Western Avenue.   Link to the TPOA Santa Claus Float Map:  https://torrancepoa.com/annual-events/santa-float-schedule John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowner’s Association, Inc. (SETHA)

  Votes Counted as of 3 PM, November 26,2018. John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners’ Association, Inc. (SETHA)   Torrance Unified School District Governing Board Member  Vote for Three Candidates Candidate(s) Votes Percent Betty Lieu (N) 31,459 29.17% James Han (N) 18,633 17.28% Jeremy L. Gerson (N) 17,317 16.06% Martha Deutsch (N) Incumbent 16,817 15.59% Michael P. Wermers (N) Incumbent 13,013 12.07% Alejandro Santander (N) 10,604 9.83%  

  Votes Counted as of 4PM, November 20, 2018.   John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners’ Association, Inc. (SETHA)   Torrance Unified School District Governing Board Member  Vote for Three Candidate(s) Votes Percent Betty Lieu (N) 30,332 29.10% James Han (N) 17,978 17.25% Jeremy L. Gerson (N) 16,697 16.02% Martha Deutsch (N)    Incumbent 16,376 15.71% Michael P. Wermers (N)  Incumbent 12,697 12.18% Alejandro Santander (N) 10,151 9.74%  

 Link to the Sunday Los Angeles Times article on Robinson Helicopter. http://www.latimes.com/projects/la-me-robinson-helicopters/#nt=oft-Double%20Chain~Flex%20Feature~~helicopter-110am~~1~yes-art~curated~curatedpage John Bailey, President SETHA

  Vote Count on 11 16 2018  3:50PM Torrance Unified School District Governing Board Member  Three Seats Candidate(s) Votes Percent Betty Lieu (N) 28,891 29.03% James Han (N) 17,135 17.22% Jeremy L. Gerson (N) 15,903 15.98% Martha Deutsch (N) 15,723 15.80% Michael P. Wermers (N) 12,245 12.30% Alejandro Santander (N) 9,629 9.67%         Vote Count on  11 13 18 for Torrance Unified School District Board of Education   Torrance Unified School District Governing Board Member Candidate(s) Votes Percent Betty Lieu (N) 26,505 28.92% James Han (N) 15,765 17.20% Jeremy L. Gerson (N) 14,589 15.92% Martha Deutsch (N) 14,533 15.86% Michael P. Wermers (N) 11,420 12.46% Alejandro Santander (N) 8,846 9.65%