📬 Brad Waller — District 1 Newsletter

October 6, 2025

Dear Neighbors,

From local safety initiatives to big-picture regional planning, this week shows how every decision we make—large or small—shapes the rhythm of daily life here in Redondo Beach. Whether we’re refining parking policies, learning from our Coastal Commission partners, or showing up for one another at community events, progress is built one thoughtful conversation at a time.

Below are highlights, updates, and ways to stay involved this week.

🚓 Neighborhood Safety & Civic Life

🔹 Holiday Traffic & Parking Pilot
 The City Council will discuss a proposed short-term parking permit program for the Massena Ave and Avenue H neighborhood. The goal: relieve evening traffic and parking impacts from Torrance’s annual holiday-lights display.
The plan would create a two-year pilot zone (Nov 28 – Jan 4 each year), restricting evening parking to residents with permits. Council will also review Torrance’s request to allow westbound traffic on Avenue H during the holiday period instead of a full closure.
👉 See Agenda

🔹 Busy Morning for RBFD
 Our Redondo Beach Fire Department responded quickly to an incident at 730 Esplanade earlier this week. Everything is clear now, and I appreciate the speed and professionalism of our first responders who keep our neighborhoods safe.

🌊 Coastal & Economic Development

🔹 Coastal Commission Meet-Up — Oct 7
 The California Coastal Commission plays a huge role in Redondo’s future—from coastal-access decisions to waterfront development.
Join them Tuesday, Oct 7 (6–8 p.m.) at the Sonesta Hotel for a social hour and panel discussion. It’s a great way to meet commissioners, ask questions, and see how state and local priorities align.
👉 Event Details

🔹 Supporting Local Leadership
 This weekend, I met with Scott Houston, candidate for Assembly District 66, to discuss workforce development, infrastructure, and housing affordability. Scott understands the balance between growth and preserving the unique character of our South Bay communities. A win for him is a win for us and all of the South Bay.
👉 Learn More about Scott Houston

🎓 Education & Community Engagement

🔹 Domestic Violence Awareness Month Vigil — Oct 18
 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Join the 16th Annual Candlelight Vigil honoring survivors and supporting prevention efforts. Let’s join together on this. Violence is never the answer.
📅 Oct 18 @ 7 p.m.
👉 Event Info

🔹 Regional Coordination on Transit
 Redondo Beach and Lawndale are teaming up to help residents attend the upcoming Metro Right-of-Way Extension Meeting.
🚍 FREE BUS RIDES are available—just sign up early and check in no later than 8 a.m.!
👉 Reserve Your Seat 👉 View Document Here: Final C-Line EIR

🌱 Environment & Neighborhood Life

🔹 Veterans Day Ceremony — Nov 11
 I’m so proud that Redondo Beach will honor our veterans with a community tribute at Veterans Park. Please join me in honoring our American heroes.
📅 Nov 11 @ 1 p.m. | Veterans Memorial (309 Esplanade)

🔹 Farmer’s Markets
 • Veterans Park — Thursdays 8 a.m.–1 p.m., 309 Esplanade. 👉 Read More • Riviera Village — Sundays 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m., 1801 S. Elena Ave. 👉 Read More

📅 What’s Next

🔹 City Council Meeting — Oct 7
 Topics include the Massena/Avenue H parking pilot and Torrance’s holiday traffic request, and a contract with MBM Hospitality, Inc. to operate the Veterans Park Historic Library & Community Center to provide facility management and operation services through a concessionaire agreement.
👉 See Agenda

🔹 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!

📱 Access Redondo

Do you have a problem or need to report an issue to the city? Use the Access Redondo App.
👉 Download App

Every step we take as a community—from cleaning up our beaches to balancing holiday traffic solutions—reflects how much we care about our shared spaces. Thanks for being part of that effort each week. If you see me out walking the Esplanade or at one of these events, say hi and let me know what’s on your mind. I’m here for you.

Let’s keep enjoying this beautiful place we call home.