📬 Brad Waller — District 1 Newsletter — November 3, 2025

Hi friends,

What a weekend! Halloween packed the Village. I saw lots of top-tier costumes, and by Sunday morning, everything was spotless and spooky-free thanks to crews and volunteers. Between a quick brunch, the farmers market, and a handful of sidewalk chats, I heard a lot about Avenue H and the waterfront plan.

Here’s what’s moving, why it matters, and where to weigh in next.

🚓 Public Safety & Neighborhood Traffic

🔹 Avenue H holiday lights plan (Consent Item H.7) — Council will consider the same traffic/safety setup that worked last season—signage, a temporary evening roundabout, and added trash cans during peak hours. I support keeping what works so residents and visitors can enjoy the lights and keep the neighborhood moving.
👉 View the signage & roundabout exhibits (PDF)

🛶 Waterfront & Environment

🔹 Public Boat Launch at Mole D (Item N.1) — Staff and the Harbor Commission point to Option E as the best overall compromise: wider navigation, safer vehicle/ped circulation, and minimal environmental impact. If you boat, paddle, fish, or just love the waterfront, I think this will be a good solution for all.

 👉 More info here

🏠 Housing & Services

🔹 Emergency pallet shelter funding (Consent Item H.15) — Vote to continue the operating agreement using PLHA funds. It’s practical short-term safety while we work on long-term solutions.

🧑‍⚕️ Health & Regional Collaboration

🔹 BCHD Strategic Development Half-Day — I joined local leaders and partners to sharpen near-term health priorities and collaboration across the Beach Cities. These cross-agency sessions help us align on prevention, mental health support, and services that residents actually use.
👉 Learn about Beach Cities Health District

🛍️ Local Economy

🔹 Casa Playa now serves Sunday brunch (from 9am) — Great energy this weekend; strong foot traffic is good news for the Village.
👉Check out Casa Playa

🔹 The Montauk (soft launch) — I had a chance to take my wife out for date night, and it was delicious! It’s sure to be a promising addition; official opening next month. Supporting openings like this keeps our dining scene vibrant!
👉 Check out The Montauk

📚 Libraries & Learning

🔹 North Branch “Express Hours” are live — Monday–Thursday, 9–11 a.m. self-service access (Wi-Fi, computers, self-checkout, study rooms, printing).
👉 How Express Hours work

🌳 Volunteer & Parks

🔹 KEB community cleanups — Thanks to the volunteers who make our coastline and bikeways shine; small acts add up.
👉 Join the 1st Saturday Esplanade Sweep

🔹 South Bay Parkland Conservancy (SBPC) — Ongoing restoration across the bluffs and Wilderness Park + Poppy Talk (First Mondays, 8–9:30 a.m. at Klatch Coffee)—great way to connect with local naturalists and neighbors.
👉 Esplanade Bluff Restoration
 👉 Wilderness Park Restoration
 👉 Learn about SBPC & Poppy Talk

🗓️ Mark Your Calendar

🔹 No Council meeting next week (due to Veterans Day week) — We skip Nov 11. The next Regular Meeting is Nov 18.
👉 See the Council calendar

🔹 Veterans Day Ceremony (reminder) — Tue, Nov 11 @ 1:00 p.m. | Veterans Memorial, Veterans Park (309 Esplanade). Join our community in honoring those who served.
👉 Ceremony information

🔹 Riviera Village Holiday Stroll — Thu, Dec 4, 5–9 p.m. — Pedestrian evening; shops and restaurants open late—perfect night to support small businesses.
👉 Holiday Stroll details

🥕 Weekly Markets

🔹 Farmers’ Market by the Pier (Veterans Park) — Thursdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. 309 Esplanade.
👉 Market info

🔹 Riviera Village Farmers Market — Sundays, 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Triangle Lot, 1801 S. Elena Ave.
👉 Visit the market site

📱 Access Redondo

See a pothole, graffiti, or have a broken sprinkler to report? The fastest route to the right City team is the app.
👉 Download App

Thanks for the porch chats, DMs, and sidewalk conversations. Your notes shape what I push for, especially on neighborhood safety, a welcoming waterfront, and a strong local economy. I hope to see you around our awesome beachside community and chat with you again soon.

"I believe progress isn't one headline — it's how we treat each other at games, how we welcome visitors to our beach, and how we keep showing up for small, unglamorous work. Thanks for doing that work with me. 🤝"

Brad Waller
City Council Member, Redondo Beach
brad.waller@redondo.org