As of February 3, 2022, City Council appointed Joe Lillio as the acting city manager. With more than 20 years of finance experience in the public and private sectors, Mr. Lillio takes the lead in strategic financial planning, budgeting and financial  management while maintaining organizational efficiency and effectiveness. He may be reached at jlillio@elsegundo.org.

At the February 1^st City Council meeting, Mayor Drew Boyles and the El Segundo City Councilmembers proclaimed February Black History Month. The proclamation urges all citizens to join together in making this a period of rededication to the principles of justice and equality for all people. Black History Month provides an opportunity to become more knowledgeable about black heritage and honor the many black leaders who have contributed to the progress of our nation. 

El Segundo City Council approved the Housing Element Update at the February 1, 2022 council meeting. Updating the Housing Element of the City’s General Plan ensures the City is prepared to meet future housing needs. Under State law, every city and county is required to update its Housing Element to address specific requirements and submit the updated Housing Element to the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Read the latest update here. 

Meet Nicole Pesqueira, the new fire marshal for the City of El Segundo! Pesqueira is responsible for managing the El Segundo Fire Department's Fire Prevention Bureau. She  joined the City in January 2022 and replaces long-time Fire Marshal James Carver. 

Most recently, Pesqueira served with the Brea Fire Department as a Fire Prevention Specialist II, where she spent the last six years. She is a registered instructor with the Office of the State Fire Marshal and teaches inspector courses throughout California. She’s currently the Secretary for the Southern California Fire Prevention Officer’s Executive Board and Fire Service Education Committee Co-chair.  She teaches fire technology courses at Santa Ana College and likes volunteering with dog rescues in her free time. Read her full bio here. 

The El Segundo Fire and Community Services Departments have teamed up to offer this empowering and educational experience for girls within the local community. The “Fired Up!” Girls’ Empowerment Camp will be held on March 26^th- 27^th, and will give girls the opportunity to get hands-on experience with real firefighting gear, as they learn what it’s like to be a firefighter.

This two-day camp is open for girls aged 12-19, and the cost per attendee is $25. Registration for residents will open on March 1^st and March 8^th for non-residents. Visit esrec.org to register, and for more information, call (310) 524-2362.

The welcome gateway sign for the City of El Segundo located at Imperial Avenue and Main Street was retired and removed this past December. The sign welcomed residents and visitors for more than 50 years. It was refreshed in 1992 for the City’s 75^th anniversary. 

The City is collaborating with a landscape architect to design a new gateway feature that will reflect the rich history and character of El Segundo while creating a vibrant and dynamic entry to the community.

Stay tuned for updates about the new gateway sign! 

The "City Council Recap" is a quick and easy way to catch up on the important issues discussed and to see highlights of special presentations. Check out the latest recap from the Tuesday, February 1, 2022, meeting. The whole meeting can be viewed here.  

The City of El Segundo and EDCO are sponsoring a FREE shredding event on Saturday, February 26, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at El Segundo Public Works, 150 Illinois Street. There will be certified shredding trucks on city premises during the event, and all items will be shredded ONSITE! Limited to two bankers boxes (10”x12”x15”) per household.

Unwanted electronics will also be collected, including TVs, computer monitors, printers, fax machines, VCRs, DVD players, cell phones, and answering machines. However, household hazardous waste (HHW) material, including paint, will not be accepted. Also available will be free mulch (while supplies last). This is a self-serve, self-loading, and self-haul service, so please bring your own cans/bags, gloves, and shovel—limit of 3 cans/bags per vehicle. If you plan to haul your mulch in an open truck or trailer, please remember to bring a tarp to cover your material. The event is for El Segundo residents only. For more information, please call (310) 540-2977.

El Segundo News" is a biweekly show that can be viewed on the City's website, Channel 3, and the City's social media channels. The show focuses on city-related issues and events. Check out the February episode with all the latest happenings, news, and business spotlights! 

February is here and so is the return to some of our community's well-loved program opportunities. If you like fancy dress, costumes and tea, you don't want to miss out on all the fun of the Tiny Tot Valentine's Tea Party, or bring your picnic blanket and join us for Storytime in Library Park! Teens can socialize with other teens at the Teen Advisory Council Bonfire or the Teen Center Snow Trip. To learn more about joining the fun, and much more please click here.