On March 15, 2022 the City Council approved a resolution extending the City's existing emergency measures until further notice to correspond with the State and County reopening guidelines. These emergency measures can be changed at any time to coincide with further revisions to the State or Los Angeles County Health Officer's Order.

Visit the City of Lomita's standalone website dedicated to COVID19 https://lomitacoronavirus.info/ to stay up to date on Lomita programs and services.

Watch the Replay: 2022 Lomita State of the City Event!

With a sold out event, the City of Lomita held the Annual State of the City Address on November 17, presented by the Lomita Chamber of Commerce. Residents, business owners, and community partners listened to remarks presented by the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem outlining the many reasons to be proud of Lomita and its accomplishments. The address also featured an update from Captain James Powers (LA County Sheriff Department) and Assistant Chief Brian Bennett (LA County Fire Department Station 6). This year's theme was "Back on Track" inspired by the resilience of the City and our community.

We wish to thank all of our sponsors and guests for their support. Thank you to the City Council Members, Lomita School Administrators, and special dignitaries for joining us. A big thanks to the City of Lomita "Team Lomita" and the Lomita Chamber of Commerce State of the City planning committee and volunteers.

Brianna Rindge Appointed
Lomita Community and Economic Development Director

Lomita City Manager Ryan Smoot has named a new Community and Economic Development Director to join the Lomita management team! Her first day was November 14.

Born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, Brianna obtained both her Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Master of City and Regional Planning from Georgia Tech. She worked in planning for Charleston County (SC), the cities of Doraville and South Fulton (GA), and, most recently, the City of Palos Verdes Estates as Community Development Director. Brianna values professional development and has maintained her designation as part of the American Institute of Certified Planners with the American Planning Association since 2016.

She sees the progress and potential of Lomita’s commercial corridors and is excited to get back into economic development work. Her first priorities are completing the amazing existing team by filling vacant positions, working through State mandate implementation, and forming relationships with the City’s residents, businessowners, and leaders.

Since moving to the South Bay four years ago, Brianna has spent most of her time dodging COVID, but enjoys attending concerts and sporting events. As a natural-born planner, she loves to travel and hopes to complete trips to all 50 states (only three left!) and seven continents (two to go!). Brianna practices yoga, swimming, biking, running, paddleboarding, and hiking, most recently conquering Half Dome. Stop by her office if you ever want to talk football or reality TV! Or community and economic development, of course.

Brianna and the management team would like to acknowledge and thank Sheri Repp Loadsman for assisting with the smooth transition and for her role in obtaining Housing Element certification for the City.  Brianna looks forward to further developing the General Plan and code enforcement.

Lomita Welcomes
New Community Library Manager

Winona Phillabaum has been named the new Community Library Manager at the Lomita Library. She has been a County librarian for 25 years and is very excited to meet and work with the Lomita community. She looks forward to engaging with local schools and organizations, building fund and educational programming for all age grounds and welcoming everyone to the library. She is eager to connect community members to the many resources and services the County Library has to offer. Her first day will be December 1.

Michael Mackavoy has served as the Community Library Manager at the Lomita Library for the last four years. While he is looking forward to new challenges and opportunities in his new library, he says he will always appreciate the time spent in Lomita and the wornderful customers and friends he has made while he has been here. He is very happy that Lomita will welcome Winona Phillabaum as the new Community Library Manager, as she will be a fantastic resource of kindness, knowledge, and wisdom for his community. He wishes her all the best in her new position.

Lomita Recognizes Pearl DiMassa for Lemonade Day Achievements

During a recent City Council Meeting, the Mayor and City Council recognized Pearl DiMassa, owner of Lucky Lemonade Co. and Lomita's Youth Entrepreneur of the Year, for winning 1st Runner Up at 2022 Lemonade Day National Conference. This recognition is not only for her business achievements, but for demonstrating leadership and customer service skills, a passion to stand by her idea and put in the work, willingness to improvise, and being open to new opportunities. Congratulations Pearl!

Lemonade Day is a free and fun learning program designed to provide youth a hands-on opportunity to be a small business owner for the day, brought to our community by the Lomita Chamber of Commerce with support from the city, local businesses, and families. Stay tuned for Lemonade Day Lomita in the summer of 2023!

Lomita Magnet Achieves LAUSD STEM/STEAM School Certification

The Lomita City Council recently recognized Lomita STEAM for achieving certification as a LAUSD STEM/STEAM certified school. The programs they provide foster critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning that will assist the students as they continue their higher education journey. Congratulations and best wishes as you continue to establish best practices that will support student achievement and further develop the STEAM culture.

The Mayor stopped by the school on behalf of the City to help distribute cupcakes to celebrate the recognition.

Districting Changes Coming to Lomita

As the City of Lomita continues to consider the transition to district-based elections, be sure to stay up to date on our process and learn how you can participate at https://lomitacity.com/Districting/. 

Public Tours Available
Cypress Water Production Facility

As part of our commitment to open and transparent operations of our municipal water system, the City of Lomita is hosting a series of one-hour tours of the Cypress Water Production Facility (CWPF) open to residents and business owners. The tours are an opportunity for residents to get answers to some common water questions and discuss the City's water supply and upcoming projects and programs. Join us for one of our tours. To register or for more information, visit https://lomitawater.com/water-tours.

Spark of Love Toy Drive

Southern California Firefighters, ABC7 and Subaru, are celebrating their 30th Anniversary of the Spark of Love Toy Drive.

Over the three decades, the Spark of Love Toy Drive has successfully collected more than ten million toys. The campaign collects new, unwrapped toys and sports equipment for underserved children and teens in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, Ventura and Riverside counties.

Toys collected in their respective counties are distributed locally.

ABC7 has partnered once again with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. This nationwide program is celebrating over 70 years of collecting and distributing toys. With firefighters and Marines standing side by side, this will be the biggest Spark of Love yet.

HOW TO DONATE

- Drop off a new, unwrapped toy or sports equipment at your local fire station. (Subject to change anytime due to public health protocol.)

- Text to Give: Text "SPARK" to 24365

- Donate online by going to supportlafd.kindful.com to make a donation via credit card.

- Drop off a new, unwrapped toy or sports equipment at your local Subaru Retailer.

- Donate by Mail: Send checks to LAFD Foundation, Frank Hotchkin Memorial Training Center, 1700 Stadium Way #100, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Make checks out to LAFD FOUNDATION. Write SPARK OF LOVE in the memo line.

- Buy a T-shirt: ABC7 has teamed up with local muralists to create exclusive Spark of Love-inspired t-shirts. ABC7 will donate 100% of its proceeds from Snow Commerce's sale of these t-shirts to support our 30th annual toy drive. Check them out at abc7.com/shop.

City of Lomita Job Openings

The City is currently recruiting for the following positions:

- Planning Intern (Part-Time)

- Recreation Leader - Part Time (Parks and Rec)

- Recreation Leader - Part Time (Train Museum)

The job announcements and details on how to apply can be found on the City's website, Careers Page.

Upcoming Meetings and Events

City facilities are open to the public with safety measures in place. Pursuant to AB 361 the public and City Council may participate in these meetings via teleconference as social distancing measures are recommended by State and County officials.

- November 22 at 6:00pm: Park and Recreation Commission Meeting

- November 24-25: City Hall closed/Thanksgiving

- December 2: Annual Lomita Tree Lighting, 5:30pm, Lomita City Hall front lawn

- December 6 at 6:00pm: City Council Meeting

- December 9: Regularly scheduled City Hall closure

- December 11: Santa at the Museum, 11am-3:30m

- December 15: Annual Open House, 2pm

- December 12 at 6:00pm: Planning Commission Meeting

- December 20 at 6:00pm: City Council Meeting

- December 20: Last day of Sheriff's Toy Drive Collection

- December 21 at 6pm: Public Safety and Traffic Commission Meeting

- December 22 at noon: City Hall closure for the holidays begins. Regular office hours resume Monday, January 2.

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