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November 3, 2020 General Election Information - Important Reminders

GENERAL ELECTION INFORMATION- IMPORTANT REMINDERS 

Residents will recall during the City Council meeting of August 18, 2020 the City’s Municipal Election was canceled due to the appointments of the sole candidates (Councilmember Cruiksha...

Cox Communications Presentation October 6

In response to a flood of inquiries from residents who are experiencing problems with their internet connection and are concerned about staying connected for distance learning, a representative from Cox Communications will give a presentation during the O...

Octavio Silva Named Permanent Deputy Director of Community Development/Planning Manager

The City is pleased to announce that Senior Planner Octavio Silva has been promoted to Deputy Director of Community Development/Planning Manager. 

Mr. Silva has served as the Interim Deputy Director of Community Development since November 2019 and...

Fall 2020 City Newsletter and Recreation Guide

Fall 2020 City Newsletter and Recreation Activity Guide

Click on the Fall 2020 City Newsletter and Recreation Activity Guide to find exciting updates!

A hard copy of the newsletter and recreation guide will also be mailed out to all RPV residences.

If you ha...

Outdoor Recreational Activities Coming Soon

The Recreation and Parks Department is excited to offer a variety of outdoor recreation activities! The City is committed to providing activities that promote health and wellness and serve the social and emotional needs of the community in a safe environm...

YMCA After School Recreational Enrichment Program

Enrollment is open for After School Recreational Enrichment Program sponsored by the San Pedro & Peninsula YMCA in partnership with the City at Hesse Park! The after school program for grades K-5 takes place from 3-6 p.m., Monday through Friday from S...

Having trouble with your internet connection?

The City has received inquiries from residents who are experiencing problems with their internet connection and are concerned about staying connected for distance learning. Any Cox Communications customers who are having trouble with their internet connec...

Coastal Cleanup Month

This year, Coastal Cleanup Day will become Coastal Cleanup Month.

Join Los Serenos de Point Vicente and Heal the Bay (at a safe distance) as they spend the entire month of September celebrating our watersheds and coastline with decentralized cleanups and w...

Ramzi Awwad Named Deputy Director of Public Works

The City is pleased to announce the selection of Ramzi Awwad as Deputy Director of Public Works! 

Mr. Awwad joins the City from Arlington County, Virginia, where he serves as engineering bureau chief. He assumes a position that has been vacant for...

Vina Ramos Named Permanent Deputy Director of Finance

The City is pleased to announce the selection of Vina Ramos as permanent Deputy Director of Finance!

Ms. Ramos, a five-year employee of the City, was appointed Interim Deputy Director of Finance in April, when Trang Nguyen was named Director of Finance. As...

Announcing Caltrans Ambassador Program

Caltrans has launched an Ambassador Program to allow for more comprehensive discussions regarding transportation-related projects in the region. Ms. Barbara Marquez will be the City’s Caltrans Ambassador.  Both City staff and Ms. Marque...

Temporary Special Use Permit for RPV Businesses

The Community Development Department has developed a Temporary Special Use Permit (TSUP) to assist Rancho Palos Verdes businesses with the opportunity to provide limited outdoor operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. A TSUP will allow for outdoor operat...

Agents Of Discovery Mission

YAY! Extended opportunity to EXPLORE through September 30, 2020!

To celebrate Parks & Recreation Month, the R&P Department has teamed up with the California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) and the Agents Of Discovery mobile educational gaming ...

Virtual Art Classes - Free For Seniors

ART TO WELLNESS VIRTUAL CLASSES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS!

Discover the Healing Properties of Art Therapy!

Join this FREE virtual class for older adults and their families presented by BlueSea Care.

Every Saturday, Start Today!

10 am - 12 pm

Cost: FREE, Registration...

Los Angeles County Public Works-Sewer Inspections

Los Angeles County Public Works is conducting a closed-circuit television (CCTV) inspection of the sewer lines in Rancho Palos Verdes.  Empire Pipe Cleaning and Equipment, INC. will be conducting the CCTV inspection under the supervision of Los A...

Caltrans Constructs Improvements along Western Avenue

Caltrans began constructing ADA curb ramps, crosswalks and medians along Western Avenue at Peninsula Verde Drive and Trudie Drive.  Due to potential lane closures, Staff has requested Caltrans to provide the City with its tentative work schedule ...

Hybrid City Council Meetings

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City Council will begin to conduct hybrid in-person/virtual format meetings, with a limited number of in-person attendees and physical distancing required. Virtual participation is encouraged.Hybrid City Council meetings ...

Mayor's Honorees

Mayor Cruikshank would like to recognize and honor Rancho Palos Verdes residents who have made notable achievements and innovations in entrepreneurship, the arts, science, and/or technology. The only requirement is that the honoree is a current resident o...