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Pay Online

Need to make a payment to the City of Torrance? View online payment options.

Apply/Renew Business License

Learn when a business license is required in Torrance and how to apply or renew one.

Get a Building Permit

Find links to various building and safety-related permits.

View Council Minutes & Agendas

View agendas and minutes for Torrance City Council and committee meetings.

Join Our Team

Find out about career opportunities with Torrance, internships and volunteer opportunities, and more

Transparent Torrance

View City finances, budgets, and performance data through our interactive OpenGov platform.

Report an Issue

Use the Torrance Citizen Portal to report issues to the City.

Sign Up for Classes

Explore classes like adult programs, senior activities, day camps, sports, and adaptive recreation.

Rent a Space

Torrance offers venues for rental for events, meetings, and more.

Upcoming Events

Armed Forces Day Parade

May 16, 2026

Come celebrate the 64th Annual City of Torrance Armed Forces Day Parade!

Airport Commission

May 14, 2026

Airport Commission meetings at the Commission Meeting Room-West Annex

Cultural Arts Commission

May 18, 2026

Cultural Arts Commission meetings at the Commission Meeting Room-West Annex

The Torrance City Council meets regularly to discuss and vote on official city business. The Torrance City Council includes the Mayor, who is elected at-large, and six Councilmembers elected from their respective districts.

Proposed Budget Public Hearing

May 19, 2026

Join us for a public hearing to learn about the City's proposed budget.

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Latest News

Congressman Ted Lieu Presents $1 Million Federal Check

Published on May 12, 2026

The City of Torrance in partnership with U.S. Representative Ted W. Lieu (CA-36) and the Torrance Police Department hosted a press conference and ceremonial check presentation recently recognizing $1,031,000 in federal funding secured for the City’s Public Safety Digital Infrastructure Expansion Project.