Summer is upon us! Fourth of July weekend is just around the corner and thousands are expected to arrive to celebrate the holiday in Hermosa Beach. With the “Fourth” being on a Saturday, we anticipate larger crowds this year. The police department has been preparing for this for the past couple of months. All Hermosa Beach Police Officers are REQUIRED to work on the 4th of July. Due to the nature of our beach community, with multiple activities and visitors, these officers give up spending time with their own families to serve and protect Hermosa Beach. If you see an Officer this 4th of July, please take a moment to say hello and thank them for their service. In addition, the City contracts with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to bring in an additional 20 deputies to augment our force. High visibility and quick responses by our officers are essential to maintaining peace and safety during the busy holiday weekend. Due to the fact the streets will be crowded with visitors and their vehicles; we ask that every resident maximize the parking, using their garages and driveways. If parking on the street, be sure to obey all signs and park as close to the curb as possible, this ensures emergency vehicles can get through our streets safely and quickly.

Remember alcohol consumption and possession is illegal on the Beach, Strand and other public places such as the Plaza, streets and in the parks. Many of you will be attending the Summer Concert Series this year beginning Sunday July 23rd. No Alcohol is allowed at these events! Please do not bring alcohol or consume alcohol during these concerts. Officers will be asked to take enforcement action. Please be sure to remind your visitors of the no alcohol and no fireworks laws as well.

New VIP vehicle! Our Volunteers in Policing received their new patrol vehicle this week. This Hybrid Ford Escape will help expand the program and benefits of the VIP’s to more areas of the City. If you are interested in becoming a VIP, you may contact Sgt. Jaime Ramirez at jramirez@hermosapolice.org or by calling 310-318-0342. The hybrid vehicle purchase was made possible by grant funds from the Air Quality Management District.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns please email me by using the link below.

Greg Savelli
Chief of Police

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