Dear Hermosa Beach Residents,
On the 4th of July Holiday, we in the police department are
seeking the cooperation of residents all over the City of Hermosa Beach in
allowing everyone who lives here or comes to Hermosa Beach that day to have a
safe and enjoyable holiday. We understand that the 4th of July is a great
holiday for parties and having friends and family over. However, we in the
police department have some concerns about how these gatherings are conducted.
We would like to make you aware of some of the laws and ordinances that
exist for your safety and make some recommendations. We would ask that you
take this information into consideration if you are planning any type of party
or gathering.
All fireworks are illegal in the City of Hermosa
Beach.
Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the Beach
or Strand. Possession of open containers of alcohol and consumption
of alcohol in public areas is unlawful. Public areas
include public sidewalks (including the walk streets between Hermosa Avenue
and the Strand) streets and public parks. If you are serving
alcohol at your gathering please keep the alcohol on your property.
If you are going to have a live band at
your party please be mindful of your neighbors and the noise generated by a
live band. Contact your neighbors and let them know of your plans. Give your
neighbors your name and phone number to call you if they have a problem. It is
preferable that a band play during the daytime hours rather than the evening
hours. It is preferable that your band set up inside of your residence instead
of outside your residence. Bands playing outside have a tendency to attract
crowds including unwanted guests. It is the crowd situation that concerns the
police department the most. Crowds are unpredictable and difficult to control.
If crowds are blocking the Strand or other walkways, it may become necessary
for the police to move in and ask people to leave. If the band is too loud or
is causing other problems, the band may be shut down. You as the host will be
held responsible for the conduct of your party and you can be subject to
citation, arrest, and reimbursement to the City for costs associated with the
response of police officers to your party.
If you decide to have a party at your residence,
please make arrangements to have adequate restroom facilities for your guests.
This is a common and valid complaint received by the police department of
people urinating in all sorts of places around town because of inadequate
restroom facilities.
We feel that if you pay attention to these particular issues that many of
the problems that develop on the 4th of July holiday can be averted or
minimized. It is our desire for everyone to have an enjoyable holiday
experience but not at the expense of others. Your cooperation would be greatly
appreciated.
Sincerely,
Michael Lavin, Chief of Police
Hermosa Beach Police Department
4th OF JULY LETTER FROM THE CHIEF
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