📬 Brad Waller — District 1 Newsletter

October 13, 2025

Hi Neighbors —

Thanks to everyone who wrote, stopped me at the market, or came to Council this week.

I spent much of last week at the League of California Cities conference, comparing notes with nearby cities on practical fixes we can bring home — from parking and public safety to economic development and short-term rental enforcement. I also made it back in time to cheer on our Redondo Union students (Wow, incredible talent on that stage!) and to catch up with many of you at community events. I’m proud of how engaged our District 1 neighborhood is — keep the feedback coming.

🛡️ Public Safety & Neighborhood Traffic

🔹 Holiday Lights traffic & the Avenue H/Massena/Circle Drive area
 At our recent meeting, we discussed a temporary seasonal preferential parking pilot for the neighborhood most affected by the Seaside/Sleepy Hollow holiday lights traffic. We also heard comments about a possible exit-only option at Avenue H that would require continuous traffic control by Torrance PD. I’ve received significant input from neighbors opposing the Avenue H opening; I’m committed to making sure your voices are reflected in any next steps. We’re focused on safety, access, and coordination with Torrance. I am working to set up a community meeting for residents, which will include the Torrance city council representative, before it comes back for discussion.
👉 Read the agenda item (Preferential Parking Pilot)

💼 Economic Development & City Services

🔹 Learning & partnerships from Cal Cities
 I spent three days in sessions on climate/resilience partnerships, parking management, passing local revenue measures responsibly, and strengthening local regulation of housing and short-term rentals. Why it matters: smarter policy = better services without waste. I’ll be translating these ideas into Redondo-specific proposals (and I’ll keep you posted as they come forward).

🔹 Rise & Shine Redondo — local business & preparedness
 NRBBA’s monthly “Rise & Shine” meet-up is a great place to connect with local business owners, City staff, and neighbors. Recent programs have featured emergency readiness, education partnerships, and practical tips for keeping the local economy strong. Meetings are typically on the 2nd Thursday, 7:45–9:00 a.m. at South Bay Galleria (Community Room).
 👉 About North Redondo Beach Business Association

🎓 Education & Youth

🔹 Cheering on RUHS Theatre & alumni events
 Huge congrats to Redondo Union High School’s student performers, crew, and musicians — your work makes our whole city proud. I attended the PTSA car show and the performance of Urinetown this weekend; if you’ve got a student program you want highlighted, send it my way and I’ll amplify.

🏠 Housing & Community Rules

🔹 Short-term rentals, ADUs & group homes — what we’re watching
 From Cal Cities, I brought back regulatory and enforcement ideas that respect neighborhoods while complying with state law. Expect an easy-to-understand (less government-talk) update on where we can tighten rules (and where state law preempts us) as staff items come forward.
👉 Follow upcoming Council agendas

🌿 Environment & Resilience

🔹 Domestic Violence Awareness Month — 16th Annual Candlelight Vigil (Oct 18)
 Violence is never the answer. Please join our community to honor survivors and support prevention efforts: Saturday, Oct 18, 7:00 p.m. (meet near RBPD campus on Diamond St). Your presence matters.
👉 Vigil details

🔹 Regional transit coordination: Free bus rides to the Metro meeting
 Redondo Beach and Lawndale are teaming up to help residents attend the Metro Right-of-Way Extension meeting. Free bus rides are available — sign up early and check in by 8:00 a.m. The project’s C-Line Final EIR is also available for review.
👉 Reserve Your Bus Seat 👉 View the Final C-Line EIR (PDF)

📅 Dates & Community Events

🔹 City Council — next meeting
 Council meets on the first three Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 415 Diamond St. Join in person, watch live, or read the packet to track what we’re working on.
👉 Read the agenda & watch live

🔹 Keep the Esplanade Beautiful Mixer — Oct 22
 Celebrate neighbors and ongoing beautification efforts at this annual community mixer.
📅 Oct 22 @ 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Napa Room at HT Grill
👉 Register Today!

🔹 Redondo Beach Ballet — Through the Pages — Oct 25, 26
 Redondo Beach Ballet will be presenting its original ballet about fairy tales next weekend. Enjoy your magical journey Through the Pages!  
📅 Oct 25 @ 7:00 p.m. | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
📅 Oct 26 @ 3:00 p.m. | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
👉Get Tickets!

🔹 Veterans Day Ceremony — Monday, Nov 11, 1:00 p.m. (Veterans Park)
 Please join me at the Veterans Memorial in Veterans Park to honor our veterans — a tradition that means a lot to our community.
👉 Event details

🥕 Weekly Markets

🔹 Farmers’ Market by the Pier (Veterans Park) — Thursdays, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at 309 Esplanade. Fresh produce with an ocean view.
👉 Read more

🔹 Riviera Village Farmers Market — Sundays, 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at Triangle Lot, 1801 S. Elena Ave. Stroll, shop, and support local vendors.
👉 Read more

📱 Access Redondo

See graffiti, a pothole, or a needed fix? Help us help you — report issues straight from your phone.
👉 Download App

I happily ran into a lot of Redondo folks this week — at the Cal Cities sessions, at community meet-ups, and in our schools. If you know me, you know I’m a data-and-details person (engineer, PTA lifer, “Internet Oldtimer”), but what keeps me going is seeing neighbors step up for one another. This means the world to me.

So please keep reaching out. Tell me what’s working — and what isn’t — and I’ll keep translating your feedback into action at City Hall.

Looking forward to seeing you around our beautiful neighborhood!