City newsletter: Veterans Day, beach access and voting
The City newsletter covers the November 11 Veterans Day ceremony, beach-access mats and November 3 voting information.
Source: City of Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach News
Local updates and County news, with short summaries and links to the original sources. Items leave this page after 30 days or their stated expiry.
Local news
Hermosa Avenue sewer rehabilitation notice
The City describes sewer work expected through mid-November, with traffic and parking restrictions. Check the notice for current access.
Source: City of Hermosa Beach
City expands online permit and application submittals
Applications available in the City permit portal should be submitted online. Application types not yet online can continue through the existing process.
Source: City of Hermosa Beach
LA County news
County updates may cover places beyond Hermosa Beach. Follow each source for its location, eligibility and current details.
County hospital shares an e-bike safety guide
LA General Medical Center started an e-bike safety push after more e-bike injuries. It has a new English and Spanish safety guide for kids, teens and families.
Source: County of Los Angeles
County jobs program for neurodivergent job seekers
The county program starts with 25 candidates: online job preparation and paid internships with benefits for up to two years. 21 of the first 25 spots are for Regional Center clients.
Source: County of Los Angeles
Stay out of the water at 5 beach spots
Public Health says skip swimming near Ballona Creek at Dockweiler, Mother's Beach in Marina del Rey, Santa Monica Pier, Surfrider in Malibu and Avalon on Catalina. Beach line: 1-800-525-5662.
Ride Metro to holiday ice rinks for $5 off
Metro riders get $5 off general admission at outdoor holiday rinks with code METROHOLIDAY, Nov 30 to Dec 17.
Source: Metro
County Parks fall programs and holiday events
LA County Parks released its fall guide of free and paid programs, from sports clinics and nature walks to wellness and holiday events.
Source: LA County Parks
Vote centers are open for the Nov. 3 election
123 vote centers opened October 24. Hours are 10 AM–7 PM through November 2; Election Day, November 3, hours are 7 AM–8 PM. Follow the County locator for locations and registration details.
Source: County of Los Angeles
Second rabid raccoon found; keep away from wildlife
Public Health found a second rabid raccoon near Westlake Village and reminds everyone never to touch wild animals and to vaccinate pets.
Free Metro rides through the LIFE program
County reentry sites now help eligible residents sign up for Metro's LIFE program; new members get 90 days of unlimited free rides.
Source: County of Los Angeles
Flu season starts early; county urges flu shots now
Flu activity is higher than usual for October, and Public Health urges everyone 6 months and older to get a flu vaccine now.
Loan fund for life-science and manufacturing space
A new county fund offers loans of up to $5 million for shared life-science and manufacturing buildings; applications open mid-November.
Source: County of Los Angeles
Work starts on faster Vermont Avenue buses
Metro broke ground on 12.4 miles of bus lanes on Vermont Ave from Sunset Blvd to 120th St, aiming to save riders 17 minutes.
Source: Metro
New text line to report hate
LA vs Hate launched Text-to-Report, letting residents report hate, bias and discrimination by text.
Source: County of Los Angeles
Grants and new carts for sidewalk food vendors
Sidewalk vendors in unincorporated LA County who have operated for at least 12 months may qualify for carts or grants. Additional eligibility rules apply; supplies and funding are limited.
Source: County of Los Angeles
Three D Line stations reopen Saturday, Oct. 31
Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Cienega reopen at start of service Saturday, two days early, after maintenance work.
Source: Metro
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