Southeast Torrance Homeowners' Association, Inc.Torrance CA 90501

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