The City of Torrance tracks legislation to take action on potential laws - State and Federal - that could impact the City's ability to effectively govern. Legislative liaisons of each department assist in analyzing the impact of proposed legislation on their department. To find out more about the positions taken by the City and legislation it tracks, please contact Eleanor Barthe-Jones in the City Manager's Office via email (EBJones@TorranceCA.Gov) or by calling (310) 618-5880.
Purpose: To establish guiding principles and policies advocating legislation which will allow for the pursuit of legislation and support of specific proposals that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of City services.
City Legislative Priorities: In accordance with the goals of the City, legislative priorities have been highlighted:
Local government meets the needs of residents with limited resources and ever tightening budgets. The City of Torrance's mission statement seeks to nurture an environment "providing quality service with integrity, professionalism and accountability in an efficient, cost-effective manner."
Policies and Guiding Principles: The City has listed policies and guiding principles in the following areas:
