The City of Torrance works to create value for homeowners and residents by providing a high-quality of life through a comprehensive range of programs and services. The city strives to provide a variety of recreational activities, housing and economic development opportunities, and public safety services. Additionally, the city works to ensure that public infrastructure is maintained properly so that citizens can access essential services like clean water and reliable transportation quickly and efficiently. Finally, Torrance seeks to foster a sense of community by hosting unique events such as Taste of Torrance and Summer Concerts in the Park.
Making Torrance more beautiful.
- Project Goal: Beautify Torrance’s landscaping to enhance the city’s image, especially with the upcoming Olympics.
- Key Actions: Removed outdated asphalt from center medians and installed drought-tolerant plants (Fal agaves, red yucca, Spanish lavender).
- Plant Selection Rationale: Plants chosen for their ability to thrive in sun, minimal need for trimming (only deadheading required), and compatibility with each other.
- Sustainable Practices: Reused existing decorative rocks from a previous city project, generated approximately 60 tons of wood chips from city tree trimming for mulch (reducing weed growth and retaining moisture).
- Community Involvement: Many crew members have Torrance ties, taking pride in their work. The project fostered a sense of community ownership and positive feedback from residents.
- Irrigation: New irrigation lines were installed with water conservation in mind.
- Positive Impact: The project received significant positive feedback from the public.
