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City News
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January 2026
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Since 2022, the El Segundo Police Department has seen a significant increase in community member complaints and traffic crashes involving e-bikes. To address this critical issue, the Department proposed an ordinance to do the following:
First, the ordinance amends ESMC Section 8-4-24 to expressly prohibit off-highway motorcycles, electric bicycles, motorized bicycles, pocket bikes, motorized scooters, and "any other electric or motorized conveyance," from being ridden or operated on a sidewalk in any City business district, public park or recreation area. The amended Section 8-4-24 would also exempt electric or motorized wheelchairs and 4-wheel mobility scooters.
Second, it creates a new section (ESMC Section 8-4-25) that regulates the above-referenced conveyances. That section would prohibit such conveyances from being ridden in an unsafe manner, or being operated while the operator is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and also requires passengers to be seated on a separate seat. If a juvenile violates the section, an ESPD officer would be authorized to impound the vehicle, to be released later to a responsible adult and upon payment of the impound fee.
The penalty for violating either section would be an infraction. An infraction is punished by fines ranging from $100 (for the first violation), $200 (for the second violation of the same provision within one year) and $500 (for each additional violation within one year).
City Council approved the ordinance and it will go into effect on Jan. 2, 2026.
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National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Jan. 9
Across the country on Jan. 9 each year, we say thank you to law enforcement officers everywhere for their service and dedication to this profession. Happy National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to our incredible professionals at the El Segundo Police Department!
Through Jan. 10
Read over winter break and win prizes! Grab the bingo sheet and complete any row to win a small prize. Complete the entire card and win a bigger prize! Bingo cards and prizes are available at the Youth Desk at the El Segundo Public Library or download the bingo card by clicking here!
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Snowflake Story Stroll
Through Jan. 3
Visit Library Park for a fun, educational story walk! Follow a bilingual story with each step along the path while fostering a love of reading and healthy outdoor time. Once you're done exploring the story, don’t forget to stop by the Youth Desk to enter in a raffle for a fun prize! For more information, call 310-524-2726.
Jan. 23, 5 - 6 p.m.
Cozy up by the fire at our Winter Storytime Bonfire! Join us at the Recreation Park Fire Circle for a night of fun with s’mores, hot cocoa, crafts, stories, and more!
This event is perfect for kids ages 0-5 and their families. Click here for all the details.
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Community Events
El Segundo Blue Butterfly Habitat Restoration Volunteer Event
Jan. 31, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Transplant and water native plants at the LAX Dunes and help protect LA’s natural biodiversity. The LAX Dunes is the largest remaining fragment of the southern coastal dune ecosystem in Los Angeles. It is home to the endangered El Segundo Blue Butterfly and hundreds of other California native plants and animals. Contact athomas5@lawa.org or call 424-646-6518 with questions.
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Business Tax Registration Renewals
Business registrations must be renewed annually and kept current. Renewals were sent out the week of Dec. 1, 2025. Businesses have until Jan. 31, 2026 to pay without penalty. Didn’t receive a renewal notice? Contact the Revenue Division.
Use the Business Tax Payment Portal to quickly and easily renew El Segundo Business Registrations. Have your account number and security code ready. For more information, visit the Business Tax Registration webpage.
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Construction Updates
Metro crews will be performing electrical work involving lane reductions on city streets along the I-105 corridor between Nash Street and Inglewood Avenue at the following locations:
- Imperial Highway
- Nash Street
- Hornet Way
- Aviation Boulevard
- La Cienega Boulevard
- Felton Avenue
- Sundale Avenue
- Inglewood Avenue
To safely perform this work, intermittent freeway ramp closures will be necessary at certain locations.
Work began in December, with the overall work expected to last approximately six months. Work will last for three weeks at each street location along the I-105, while work along Imperial Highway is anticipated to last approximately 5-6 weeks.
Most work activities will occur Monday through Friday, during daytime hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.), though some occasional intermittent nighttime work (8 p.m. to 6 a.m.) may be performed.
To receive electronic project updates, please sign up under “Contact Us” at Metro.net/105expresslanes.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
The Jan. 6, 2026 meeting has been canceled. The next meeting will be Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026.
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City Council Recap of Dec. 16 Meeting
The Dec. 16 City Council Recap provides highlights and a quick overview of business discussed during the latest City Council meeting. To watch the full City Council meeting, click here.
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Hyperion Update
Watch the Dec. 16 Hyperion update to El Segundo City Council. The Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles.
Additional details and documents continue to be shared on elsegundo.org/hyperion and at future City Council meetings. Sign up to receive the latest Hyperion news and updates from the City of El Segundo directly to your inbox.
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City Hall Closure Dates
El Segundo's City Hall will be closed for:
- New Year's Day - Thursday, Jan. 1
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Monday, Jan. 19
City Hall's regular operating hours are Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Use El Segundo Connect to Report Issues
El Segundo Connect is a one-stop source for City services, referring you to the right department to help you. See a pothole, a park that needs maintenance, or a parking concern? El Segundo Connect helps get it addressed!
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