Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc.Torrance CA 90501

9C. City Manager and Community Services – Approve Second Amendment to Lease Agreement for Property Located at 555-575 Maple Avenue. Expenditure: None. This link to the Council Meeting has additional details: https://torrance.granicus.com/MetaViewer.php?view_id=8&event_id=7381&meta_id=334198 John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA) JUDICIAL COUNCIL OF CALIFORNIA 2860 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 400 • Sacramento, California 95833-4336 Telephone 916-263-7885 • Fax 916-263-1966 • TDD 415-865-4272 TANI G. CANTIL-SAKAUYE Chief Justice of California Chair of the Judicial Council October 18, 2021 Hon. Patrick J. Furey Mayor of Torrance City of Torrance 3031 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90503 RE: 60-Day Land Lease Extension at the Future Torrance Courthouse Site Dear Mayor Furey: Attachment A MARTIN HOSHINO Administrative Director JOHN WORDLAW Chief Administrative Officer PELLA MCCORMICK Director, Facilities Services The Judicia

This report is for Sunday, July 11, 2021 through Saturday, July 17, 2021. 45 incidents reported in the City of Torrance Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/67336/637625553607530000 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 3 in Torrance. 1 each in Southeast Torrance, Old Torrance and the Hillside area. Southeast Torrance 7 12 5PM 2400 Block 235th Place Suspect entered open garage, entered residence via open access door, fled when resident yelled at him. No property loss Old Torrance 7 12 1AM 800 Block Portola Ave Suspected entered residence via unlocked door and fled when victim woke up in the bedroom. Hillside 7 16 2:44AM 2500 Ridgeland Rd Glass Panel removed to unlock door for entry, Suspects fled when victim awoke, screamed and chased them out of the residence. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 5 in Torrance and windows were smashed in 3 vehicles for entry. Items stolen included a wallet, speaker, cash, sunglasses, a key, backpacks, clothes, tablet

ALDI, a smaller format grocery store, will have a grand opening on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 24610 Crenshaw Blvd Torrance. Store hours will be 9 am to 9 pm. Link with more details. https://www.aldi.us/en/about-aldi/grand-openings/torrance-ca/ John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA)

This highlighted report is for Sunday, June 20, 2021 through Friday, June 25, 2021. 55 items in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/66806 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 3 in Torrance. 1 each in North, Southeast and Southwood. On 6/21 between 6 am and 11 am, 22900 Block of Arlington, suspect forces open door and took game consoles, TV, jewelry box and jewelry. On 6/21 at approx 3:25 am, 3700 Block of Artesia Blvd, multiple mailboxes were pried open and mail and parcels were stolen. Betweeen 6/23 and 6/25, 21300 Anza Ave, residence was entered by unknown means and ransacked. Property taken from inside the house and driveway included a TV, printer, cattle skull, electric guitars, tools, clothes, jewelry, speakers, pool cues and two automobiles - 08 BMW335i and a 05 Nissan Altima. AUTO BURGLARY Note: 2 instances of auto burglary in the 1900 Block of 234th in Southeast Torrance this current week. There were

City of Torrance Public Works is holding an Earth Day recycling event for free paper shredding and electronics recycling. Saturday, August 21, 2021 8 a.m. - noon Torrance City Hall East Employee Parking Lot (near Torrance Courthouse off Maple Avenue) The Recycling Event is for TORRANCE RESIDENTS ONLY. Proof of residency is required. Questions may be referred to the Public Works Department at (310) 781-6900.

The Torrance City Council on Tuesday, June 22nd at 7 PM will consider a recommendation of the City Manager that City Council approve the Torrance Civic Center grounds to be a site for temporary housing for people experiencing homelessness and authorize staff to continue discussion with the County of Los Angeles in developing the program and securing funding sources for capital and operating expenses. You can participate before the meeting by emailing CouncilMeetingPublicComment@TorranceCA.Gov and write (Public Comment) in the subject line. In the body of the email include the item number and/or title of the item with your comments. All comments emailed by 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 will be included as a (Supplemental) on the City’s website prior to the meeting. Comments received after 2 p.m., but prior to the end of the meeting will be added to the record. You can also participate during the meeting by calling 310-618-2404. If you prefer to view the meeting you can view it

This report is for Sunday, May 30, 2021 through Friday, June 4th, 2021. 52 items in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/65868 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES None reported AUTO BURGLARIES There were 10 in Torrance. 3 vehicles were unlocked and windows were smashed in 3 vehicles for entry. Items stolen included tools, cash, access card, sun visors, engine parts, dash camera, jewelry, tote, ID, wallet, pickup tailgate, golf clubs, registration, keys, another wallet, registration and title, and electronic stud finder. AUTO THEFT 11 vehicles were stolen in Torrance and most of them were oldies. 85 Toyota P/U, 93 Honda Civic, 98 Chev Van, 99 Honda Civic, 00 Chev Silverado, 04 Chev Suburban, 05 Chev Sierra, 05 GMC Sierra, 2011 Ford F350, 14, BMW X3 and a 2016 Ford Transit. THEFT There were 14 incidents and 10 of those were catalytic converter issues. A catalytic converter was stolen in the 1900 block of 238th St on June 1st.

Arlington Ave. will be undergoing a slurry seal on Monday, May 10th and Friday, May 14th. The area to be worked on is Arlington Avenue south of Sepulveda Blvd to the Lomita city limit. https://www.torranceca.gov/our-city/public-works/civil-and-traffic-engineering/capital-improvement-projects/2020-residential-and-arterial-pavement-improvement-i-159-i-139 John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA)

This report is for Sunday, April 25, 2021 through Saturday, May 1, 2021. There are 54 items in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/65090 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES 2 in Torrance. 1 in the Summer Wind area and 1 in Old Torrance. Items stolen included a safe, handgun, ammo, watches, jewelry, coins, cash, keys, bonds, checkbooks and pink slips. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 9 in Torrance. 5 vehicles were unlocked/unsecured. Items stolen included tools, keys, laundry basket, clothes, two purses, hoodie, garage remote, registration, three wallets and lighters. AUTO THEFT There were 8 stolen vehicles including a forklift. Older model Chevie Silverados and GMC Serras are still being stolen. THEFT There were 21 incidents reported in Torrance. 2 bicycles and 9 catalytic converters were stolen in Walteria, the Riviera, Rolling Hills Plaza, Old Torrance and the Hillside area. Scam of the Week 16800 Block of Yukon Av On 5/1/

 I am pleased to announce the appointment of Jeremiah Hart to the position of Chief of Police effective June 20, 2021 at the conclusion of Jon Megeff’s term as Interim Chief. Incoming Chief Hart began his career in Law Enforcement as a Patrol Officer with the City of Pasadena from 1998 to 2001. He was hired by the Torrance Police Department in 2001, and served in various assignments including Patrol Officer, Motor Officer, Recruitment Training Officer, and Patrol Field Supervisor. Jay was promoted to Sergeant (2008-2015), where he oversaw research and training, served as the Chief’s Adjutant/Public Information Officer, and as Personnel Sergeant. When appointed Lieutenant (2015-present), Jay served as Watch Commander, supervised the Traffic and Special Events Division, and managed the Communications/Information Technology Division. Collateral assignments as a Lieutenant included SWAT and UAS Commander, Arrest and Control/Use of Force/Firearms and Field Tactics Training Cadre.

June 7, 2022 Election The information below indicates individuals who have filed a Candidate Intention Statement (Form 501) with the City Clerk’s Office. Names are listed alphabetically. Mayor Candidates George Chen Cliff Numark District 1 Candidates Jimmy Gow Jonathan Kaji David Kartsonis District 3 Candidates Asam Sheikh Robert Thompson District 5 Candidates Aurelio Mattucci City Treasurer Mike Griffiths John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowner's Association, Inc. (SETHA) setha-torrance.blogspot.com

𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟗𝐭𝐡. The past 12 days, Torrance Police have issued 9,150 street sweeping warnings — but citations start up again next Monday, April 19th. Make sure to move your vehicle for the 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝟑 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Check the day & times in your area. There was no report available for March 28th through April 3, 2021. This report is for Sunday, April 4, 2021 through Saturday, April 10, 2021. 45 incidents in the Torrance PD Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=64118 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY 1 In Old Torrance AUTO BURGLARIES There were 3 in Torrance. 2 in the Riviera and 1 in North Torrance. All three vehicles were unlocked. Items stolen included lifeguard gear, sunglasses, backpack and fishing gear. AUTO THEFT There were 11 stolen vehicles and 7 of them were older model pickups and SUV type vehicles. Silverados a

Again, this year, there are a number of housing bills in Sacramento crafted to eliminate single-family neighborhoods like Southeast Torrance. Over 100 homeowner associations have joined together as "United Neighbors" to protect our single-family homes. This is the link to United Neighbors and more information on the housing bills. John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. https://www.unitedneighbors.net/ A California Coalition to Protect Single-Family Neighborhoods Joining Together to Preserve Neighborhoods United Neighbors is a coalition of neighborhood residential groups throughout the Southern California region. Our common goal is to protect single-family neighborhoods while supporting affordable and equitable housing for all. The rights of all residents of single-family homes and the rights of people needing affordable housing are bound together, and the solution to our affordable housing crisis requires thoughtful, effective, an

This report is for Sunday, March 21, 2021 through Saturday, March 27, 2021. 43 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63875 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 4 in Torrance. 1 each at Anza & Emerald, Delthorne, North and Riviera The burglaries at Anza & Emerald and Delthorne were incidents where multiple mailboxes in complexes were forced open with US Mail stolen. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 7 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. 3 vehicles were unlocked/unsecured and windows smashed for entry in 2 windows. AUTO THEFT There were 11 vehicles stolen in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. 8 of the 11 were SUV's or pickups. A 96 GMC Sonoma, 98 GMC Sierra, 03 Ford Explorer, 04 Toyota Tacoma, 99 Chevy Silverado, two 06 Silverados, and a 08 Ford F250 Pickup continuing the trend of older model SUV's and pickups. THEFT There were 10 incidents in Torrance including 4 catalytic conv

UCLA-Torrance, 2780 Skypark Drive, Suite 110, Torrance CA 90505 is showing available appointments for COVID-19 vaccine starting Tuesday, March 30th. Appointments must be booked online. https://myturn.ca.gov/ John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA)

This report is for Sunday, March 14, 2021 through Saturday, March 20, 2021. 50 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63813 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 5 in Torrance. 2 on 235th Street & Juniper, 1 each in North, Old Torrance and Torrance Heights. One residence was entered via an unlocked window. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 10 in Torrance with three of the vehicles unlocked. Items stolen included roadside assistance gear, sunglasses, tools, power tool pack, power inverter, US Mail, jackhammer, tool box, laser levels, more sunglasses, backpack, bicycle and wheel & tire off a second bike which were locked to a rack on a vehicle, wallet, earbuds and registration. On March 17th, between 3:10 pm and 3:25 pm, a door was pried open on a US Mail truck and mail was stolen in the 1900 Block of 222nd St. AUTO THEFT There were 8 vehicles stolen in Torrance including 1 in Southeast Torrance on March 16th

This report is for Sunday, March 7, 2021 through Saturday, March 13, 2021 There are 48 items listed in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63738 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 4 in Torrance. 2 in the Riviera and 1 each in North and Seaside areas. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 10+ in Torrance. Windows were smashed in 5 vehicles for entry, 3 vehicles were unlocked/unsecured and multiple unlocked vehicles had items stolen on 3/9/2021 at 3:40 AM at Carson and Madrona St. Items stolen included cash, satchel, plumbing tools, cell phone, purse, tool bag, toolboxes, tools, laptop, wallet, another cell phone, eyeglasses, more cash, tablet, and another wallet. AUTO THEFT There were 4 vehicles stolen in Torrance. 3 in North Torrance and 1 in the Riviera. THEFT There were 20 incidents in Torrance and 14 of those involved catalytic converters. 9 in North Torrance, 2 in Old Torrance, 2 in Torrance Heights and 1 in Sout

Daylight Saving Time Starts Sunday, March 14, 2021 2:00 am clocks are turned forward 1 hour to Sunday, March 14, 2021 3:00 am local daylight time instead Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on Sunday, March 14th than the day before. There will be more light in the evening. WEEKLY CRIME REPORT This report is for Sunday, February 28, 2021 through Friday, March 5, 2021. It does not include Saturday, March 6th. 34 items in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63620 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 3 in Torrance. 1 each in North Torrance, Walteria and West Torrance. In the Walteria incident, suspect(s) smashed window for entry and inhabited residence. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 9 in Torrance including 1 in Southeast Torrance. 3/3 to 3/4 2200 Block 236th Place Window smashed and no property stolen 5 vehicles were unlocked/unsecured, windows were smashed in 2 vehicles for entry and unknown mean

Bridge Development Partners wants to build a 174,000 square-foot distribution center outside Torrance. An entity connected to Bridge Development filed plans with the city of Los Angeles for the old Mulligans property at 1351-1361 Sepulveda Blvd in September, 2020. The warehouse would have a maximum ceiling height of 44 feet, offices and 190 parking spaces. We have not been able to confirm that the property has been sold. Bridge Development Partners developed that new Amazon Fulfillment Center on Skypark Drive in Torrance. John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA)

Elections will be held for Mayor, City Council District 1, City Council District 3 and City Council District 5. SETHA is in Council District 2 and that election will be on March 5, 2024 The following candidates have filed their intent to run statements with the City Clerk as of 3/8/2021. Mayor George Chen District 1 Jimmy Gow, Jonathan Kaji and David Kartsonis District 3 Asam Sheikh District 5 Aurelio Mattucci Link to the map of council districts: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=50454 John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA) setha-torrance.blogspot.com

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION PRESS RELEASE - from the Redondo Beach Police Department The Police activity at Prospect and Torrance Blvd. is related to the press release below. A vehicle was stopped at the this location and the area is now the Police Command post. One suspect in custody, the other still outstanding. Multiple Departments on scene. On March 6, 2021 at about 8:00 PM, Redondo Beach Police Officers were dispatched to the area of the 600 block on North Juanita Avenue. Redondo Beach Police Department received several 9-1-1 calls regarding gunshots heard in the area. Officers went to a residence reported in one of the 9-1-1 calls and discovered a male adult who appeared to have sustained injuries from gunshot. The victim was transported to a local area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Officers responding to the scene located a vehicle leaving the area with the suspect(s). The suspect(s) fled from officers in their vehicle and later abandoned the vehicle nearby, flee

This report is for Sunday, February 21, 2021 through Friday, February 26, 2021. 44 items listed in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63542 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 3 in Torrance. 2 in Southeast Torrance and 1 in the Delthorne area. 2/24 to 2/26 23800 Block Arlington Avenue Bicycle stolen 2/24 8:35 AM 2100 Block 235th St 2 suspects. Screen removed and window pushed open for entry. Property ransacked with handbags/purses, jewelry, wallets and cologne stolen. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 7 in Torrance with windows smashed for entry in 3 vehicles and 1 vehicle was unlocked. Items stolen included a purse, backpack, tools, stereo, air compressor, tool case, cell phones, laptop, printer, paperwork and cosmetics bag. This is a Torrance Police Department posting from 2016 on auto burglaries. THE TORRANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT WOULD LIKE TO REMIND MOTORISTS TO ALWAYS LOCK TH

This report is for Sunday, February 14 through Friday, February 19, 2021. 47 incidents in the Torrance Police Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63438 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 2 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. 2/18 10PM to 2/19 6AM 2500 Block 235th St Suspect enters garage by unknown means, enters unlocked vehicle in the garage, ransacks and took garage remote. 2/18 12:17 AM 2600 Block Loftyview Drive (Hillside area) Suspect takes property out of vehicle, uses remote to enter garage and take additional property/vehicle: garage remote, checkbooks, garage: laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse and headphones. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 11 in Torrance and 1 in Southeast Torrance. 2/18 8PM to 2/19 9AM 1900 Block 237th St Tools taken out of unlocked vehicle. 5 vehicles were unlocked, windows were broken in 3 vehicles and unknown means of entry in 2 vehicles. Items stolen included ammunition, tablet, registration, manual

This report is for Sunday, January 31, 2021 through Saturday, February 6, 2021. There are 38 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63276 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY There were none in the City of Torrance during the reporting period. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 11 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. Windows were smashed in 5 vehicles, locks punched in 3 vehicles, unknown entry in 3 vehicles. February 1st 7:41 AM 4000 Block 227th St Three vehicles at same location. Suspects pulled out windows on two parked vehicles and smashed the window on a third vehicle for entry. Items stolen this week included a stereo, amplifier, subwoofers, wallet, cash, checkbook, sunglasses, work clothes, check stubs, registration, gym bag, work bag, watch, purse, more cash, perfume, and storage bag. AUTO THEFT There were 10 vehicles stolen in Torrance including 2 in Southeast Torrance. 7 of the 10 included Suburbans,

This report is for Sunday, January 24, 2021 through Friday, January 29, 2021. There are 39 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63134 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY There was one in the 25900 Block of Rolling Hills Road where multiple mail boxes were pried open with mail and parcels taken. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 8 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. Windows were smashed in 4 vehicles, 2 were unlocked and entry was made in 2 vehicles by unknown means. Items stolen included a laptop, credit card, duffel bag, food, wallet, clothes, cosmetics,purse, socket set, backpack, tablet, tote, bike parts, tool bag, tools, boots, flashlight and cash. AUTO THEFT There were 6 vehicles stolen including 1in Southeast Torrance. 1 25 2021 7:23 AM 2200 Block 236th Place Stolen 97 Toyota 4Runner Other vehicles stolen this week included a 2001Silverado, 2002 Silverado, 2002 Ford F550, 1997 Chevy Express and a 1998

This report is for Sunday, January 17, 2021 through Saturday, January 23, 2021. 55 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=63044 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY There was one attempted burglary in the 3700 Block of 182nd Street. A window screen was cut but no entry. Property was taken out of the yard. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 12 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. Windows were smashed in 5 vehicles for entry. 1 vehicle was unlocked. AUTO THEFT There were 13 vehicles stolen in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. The vehicle of choice this reported period was the Chevy Silverado. THEFT There were 13 incidents in Torrance including 1 in Southeast Torrance. 1/20 to 1/21 23800 Block Arlington Ave Catalytic converter stolen. A total of 4 catalytic converters were stolen,4 bicycles and 3 delivered parcels. Delivered parcels were taken in the 1700 Block of Calamar St, 23900 Block Los Codona Av and

This report is for Sunday, January 10, 2021 through Saturday, January 16, 2021. There are 56 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=62981 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 2 in Torrance. 1 in North Torrance and 1 in Walteria. In the January 12th incident in the 4300 Block of 182nd Street, a remote taken in a auto burglary in another city was used to open the victim's garage and entrance was made to the house were rifles, laptops and a wallet were stolen. AUTO BURGLARIES A big drop in auto burglaries with only 5 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. AUTO THEFT There were 13 in Torrance and 2 in Southeast Torrance. 1/13 to 1/14 238th and Walnut St Stolen 03 Chev Taho 1/16 8AM to 5 PM 238th and Walnut St Stolen 05 Ford F450 THEFT There were 23 incidents in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. An increase in stolen catalytic converters with 16 reported stolen. John Bailey,

PATIENT AND COMMUNITY VACCINE ADMINISTRATION UPDATE County Executive Order Opens Vaccinations To 65 and Older this Week As of January 20, 2021 -- Earlier this week, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors released an executive order directing county health officials to make COVID-19 vaccination appointments available to Los Angeles county residents 65 and older. While we welcome this news, we are awaiting confirmation on the availability of vaccine doses to expand our vaccination clinics to people 65 years and older (must be LA county residents). At this time, the County is distributing weekly allocations of the vaccine based on what is available at the county level. As a result, Torrance Memorial will likely hold limited vaccine clinics in the coming weeks until more vaccine is made available to the county. We are in daily contact with LACDPH and are actively preparing to hold vaccination clinics to those in Phase 1A and LA County residents 65 years of age and ol

This report is for Sunday, January 3, 2021 through Saturday, January 9, 2021. There are 56 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=62925 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY There was 1 in the 3400 Block of Maricopa Street 1/8 1:30 AM Suspect removed screen, slid window open and fled when confronted by occupant. AUTO BURGLARY There were 27 in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. Windows were smashed in 12 vehicles for entry, 11 vehicles were unlocked and 6 were entered by unknown means. Items stolen included a laptop, sunglasses, cardholder, duffel gloves. shoes, earbuds, 5 wallets, toolbox, tools, cash, monopad, coin purse, backpack, debit card and more. AUTO THEFT There were 6 stolen/attempted stolen vehicles in Torrance and none in Southeast Torrance. They included a 06 Chevy Silverado, 01 Chevy Suburban, 19 Nissan Rogue, 98 Honda Civic, 06 GMC Sierra and a 02 Ford F250 Pickup. THEFT There were 13 incid

https://www.dailybreeze.com/2021/01/13/torrance-council-votes-to-reduce-ambulance-service-in-money-saving-move/ John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA) Torrance council votes to reduce ambulance service in money-saving move The city of Torrance will end its current contract with McCormick Ambulance and bring the lucrative service in-house, in Torrance on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. The City Council decided on a 6-1 vote Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021. (Photo by Brittany Murray, Press-Telegram/SCNG) By NICK GREEN | NGreen@scng.com | Daily Breeze PUBLISHED: January 13, 2021 at 3:32 p.m. | UPDATED: January 13, 2021 at 3:36 p.m. In a bid to plug a multimillion dollar budget shortfall, Torrance will soon end its current contract with McCormick Ambulance and bring the lucrative service in-house, despite the Fire Department providing documentation that the move will reduce the level of ambulance service to the community. The City Council approved t

This report is for Sunday, December 27, 2020 through Saturday, January 2, 2021. There are 36 incidents in the Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=62851 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY There was 1 in Old Torrance AUTO BURGLARIES There were 11 in Torrance. 5 vehicles were unsecured/unlocked and 3 vehicles had windows smashed for entry. US Mail and packages were stolen from a USPS truck in the 18900 Block Florwood Av in the afternoon of December 31st. AUTO THEFT There were 6 vehicles stolen in Torrance including 1 in Southeast Torrance. A 2019 Honda Accord was stolen in the 23300 Block of Arlington Ave between 10 PM, 12/27 and 9 AM 12/28. THEFT There were 10 incidents of theft including 8 stolen catalytic converters. 4 of them were stolen in the 1800 Block of Carson St. COMMERCIAL BURGLARIES There were 4 in Torrance. On December 31, 2020 at 12:22 AM in the 3400 Block of Lomita Blvd, a glass door was smashed for entry to th

This report is for Sunday, December 20, 2020 through Saturday, December 26, 2020. 54 items in the Torrance Police Weekly Crime Log at: https://www.torranceca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=62801 RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES There were 4 in Torrance. 2 in North Torrance, 1 in the Riviera and 1 in Walteria. AUTO BURGLARIES There were 14 in Torrance and 2 in Southeast Torrance. Windows were smashed in 8 vehicles and 3 vehicles were unsecured. On 12/21, in the 17100 Block of Eastwood Av, a suspect entered a USPS vehicle and stole US Mail. Southeast Torrance. 12/21 2000 Block 230th St Smashed window for entry and took backpack/clothes. 12/24 23800 Block Walnut St Smashed window for entry and took box/shoes. AUTO THEFT There were 12 stolen vehicles in Torrance including 1 motorcycle. THEFT There were 12 incidents in Torrance and 2 in Southeast Torrance. 3 catalytic converters were stolen including 1 in Southeast Torrance in the 2400 Block of 237th Street. 3 delivered parcels

The link to the article is at the end of the press release. John Bailey, President Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc. (SETHA) Torrance Fire Department Distributes COVID-19 Vaccination and has Deployed Two Ambulances to assist with Patient Care and Transport Post Date:12/30/2020 7:13 PM Contact: Carl Besanceney Assistant Chief (310) 781-7100 CBesanceney@TorranceCA.Gov www.TorranceCA.Gov www.TorranceCA.Gov/COVID19 Torrance Fire Department Distributes COVID-19 Vaccination and has Deployed Two Ambulances to assist with Patient Care and Transport TORRANCE, Calif., December 30, 2020- On December 28, 2020, the Torrance Fire Department began receiving its allotment of COVID-19 vaccinations to be initially distributed to first responders. In addition, due to the overwhelming impact of the pandemic to area hospitals, TFD has deployed two ambulances to assist with patient care and transport. Fire Chief Martin Serna has assigned one Assistant Chief to the Los