What Does the Torrance City Council Do?

What does the Torrance City Council do and how does its work affect you?

As a Charter City, Torrance is governed by a Council/Manager form of government. The City Council consists of the Mayor and six City Council members. The Mayor and Council members are elected at large by registered voters of the City and each serve a four-year term. Elections are held every two years, on the even year.

Unlike some cities, such as Los Angeles, that have three or more or even no term limits, the City of Torrance has a two term limit for Council and Mayoral positions. Setting these kinds of term limits is one effective way to prevent corruption and stagnation due to career politicians holding office for decades or more.  With an eight year total for a single position, Torrance voters are able to ensure that their elected representatives, such as City Council candidate Aurelio Mattucci, will truly hold the best interests of the city and its residents at the forefront of the decision making process. Mattucci is a shining example of a long-term resident who deeply cares about his home town and its future.

In this type of Council/Manager form of government, the City Council carries a number of significant responsibilities that directly affect residents. They are responsible for:

* Adopting Legislation 
* Setting Policy 
* Adjudicating Issues 
* Establishing the Budget of the City. 

One of the Council’s most important duties is creating and managing the City’s budget, which is also one of the primary issues Aurelio Mattucci stands for.  Mattucci is concerned with planning a budget with a mind for the future because, “years from now we will have to deal with the decisions of today.”  When elected, he will take a conservative approach to spending, prioritizing expenditures by “necessity not popularity.”

Other functions of The City Council are to appoint the City Manager and City Attorney. The City Manager acts as the administering head of the government and works closely with the Council to implement policy and laws. In the capacity of their offices, Council members and the Mayor may serve as representatives on intergovernmental and regional boards, commissions and committees. The Council will also appoint volunteers to serve on various advisory boards, commissions and committees. 

In a spirit of transparency and accountability, Council members and the Mayor are directly accountable to the electorate. In their work, they must constantly weigh the interests of individuals and groups with the needs of the entire community. For a candidate like Aurelio Mattucci, that is just what he plans to do when serving the city of Torrance that he has loved for over 30 years.

The Council meets every Tuesday in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 3031 Torrance Boulevard, unless specifically adjourned to another time or place. Regular business generally starts at 7:00 p.m., unless otherwise publicly noticed.  Closed door Executive Sessions may occasionally convene, as authorized under the Ralph M. Brown Act, at 5:30 p.m. 

Aurelio Mattucci Shares Thoughts on Education & More at South High School

Meet Torrance City Council candidate, Aurelio Mattucci this Wednesday, April 2nd at South High School. The open forum event will take place in the South High School cafeteria at 4801 Pacific Coast Highway, starting at 7:00 pm.

Come out to this event to learn more about Mattucci’s platform, which centers around four basic issues. These are concerns that all cities face but are too often neglected.  As the next member of the Torrance City Council Mattucci will focus his energy on:

• Public Safety
• Education
• Budget
• Curb Appeal

Mattucci believes in a hands-on approach to all of these issues that includes community involvement and volunteerism. The neighborhoods and schools belong to the residents of Torrance and we are all responsible for making them the safest, most beautiful and most efficient they can be. The more that residents support public safety, police and fire departments, form neighborhood watch programs and pick up a paint brush to improve school facilities, the more the whole city can thrive. Everyone wants to feel safe and we can all contribute.

Aurelio Mattucci will also work toward responsible budgeting that plans for today and tomorrow.  “I want to make sure our City takes a conservative approach to spending and prioritizes expenditures by necessity not popularity.”  At the same time, Mattucci still wants that all important community involvement with allocating funds for education and other necessary services that any city oversees. “The tax payers should be in control of where the funds go on all levels,” says Mattucci.

As a real estate broker, Aurelio Mattucci also understands the very real importance of curb appeal. It’s that element of delight when pulling up to a location that is inviting and exciting. Curb appeal makes a prospective home or business owner want to take a closer look and to make the crucial decision of whether or not to call a place home. Drawing new residents and businesses to Torrance is an all important factor in the future growth and prosperity of the city as a whole. But if buildings are abandoned, sidewalks are cracked and cluttered with weeds and streets are deteriorating, that inviting and exciting feeling will never flourish. Mattucci will work toward planting trees, removing concrete and beautifying the City of Torrance with the help and support of its residents.  This is your home and when you come home, it should feel like home.

Show your support for public safety, education, budget control and curb appeal when you meet City Council Candidate Aurelio Mattucci at any of these upcoming events.

• April 2nd 7:00 pm - South High Cafeteria 

• April 3rd 7:00 pm - Nakano Theater Torrance

• April 17th 8:00 am - Nakano Theater Torrance

• April 23rd 6:30 pm - Bartlett Center Old Torrance

Learn more, contribute and support Aurelio Mattucci for Torrance City Council at www.voteformattucci.com

 

I have a question.  Why would it be a good thing to have Mayor Frank Scotto endorse and promote four candidates?  I personally have not asked nor do I want the endorsement of any politician as to not owe any favors to anyone.  Mayor Frank Scotto has been putting a lot of effort in promoting his dream team and you can't help but wonder, WHY?
I am truly an Independent candidate that the only people he is indebted to is the voters of Torrance.  If you feel Torrance needs a fresh start, then I am your man.  If you feel you need a representative and not another political offspring, then I am your man.
Come June 3rd, you have the power to clean up city hall and elect individuals that will represent your best interest.
Vote Aurelio Mattucci, a true independent.
www.voteformattucci.com

Torrance Election

The Torrance Election is almost here.  On June 3, 2014 the voters of Torrance will decide who they want as their new Mayor.  Current Mayor Frank Scotto is termed out and 3 current councilmembers are the only candidates seeking his seat. 
List of Mayoral Candidates in City of Torrance:
Tom Brewer
Pat Furey
Bill Sutherland

Among the Torrance City Council candidates, we have Torrance businessman Aurelio Mattucci.
Find out more at www.voteformattucci.com



Torrance City Council Candidate Aurelio Mattucci

Torrance City Council Candidate Aurelio Mattucci meets former mayor Ken Miller

Torrance City Council Candidate Aurelio Mattucci meets former mayor Ken Miller
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Torrance City Council Candidate Aurelio Mattucci meets former mayor Ken Miller

Torrance City Council candidate Aurelio Mattucci, endorsed by Mayor Steve Aspel

Torrance City Council candidate Aurelio Mattucci, endorsed by Mayor Steve Aspel www.voteformattucci.com



Torrance City Council candidate Aurelio Mattucci, endorsed by Mayor Steve Aspel

Aurelio Mattucci, Bill Sutherland, Pat Furey, Tom Brewer, Heidi Ashcraft, all Torrance Candidates

The following is a list of all the candidates for the city of Torrance June 3rd 2014 election.

For the Mayoral seat:  Choose 1
Pat Furey
Tom Brewer
Bill Sutherland

For Torrance City Council: Choose no more than 4
Aurelio Mattucci  www.voteformattucci.com
Geoffrey Rizzo
Alex See
Heidi Ashcraft
Kurt Weideman
Omar Navarro
Tim Goodrich
Michael Griffiths
Norm Segel
Charlotte Svolos
Milton Herring
Rahmat Khan
Ryan Mand
Clint Paulson
Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino
John Paul Tabakian

For City Clerk: Choose 1
Rebecca Poirier
Gina Semana
Jay Scharfman



For the Mayoral seat:  Choose 1
Pat Furey
Tom Brewer
Bill Sutherland

For Torrance City Council: Choose no more than 4
Aurelio Mattucci  www.voteformattucci.com
Geoffrey Rizzo
Alex See
Heidi Ashcraft
Kurt Weideman
Omar Navarro
Tim Goodrich
Michael Griffiths
Norm Segel
Charlotte Svolos
Milton Herring
Rahmat Khan
Ryan Mand
Clint Paulson
Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino
John Paul Tabakian

For City Clerk: Choose 1
Rebecca Poirier
Gina Semana
Jay Scharfman

Aurelio Mattucci - Best candidate for Torrance

Aurelio Mattucci - Best candidate for Torrance
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Aurelio Mattucci Candidate for Torrance City Council.

Mission

Public safety and economic stability is among my priorities. I want the city to be fiscally responsible and do what it can to cut wasteful spending. I do believe in energy conservation and helping both home owners and businesses save money on utilities without imposing additional restrictions on them. I do believe we need to plant more trees in our residential neighborhoods and make our commercial areas more desirable to new business growth. We need to fill up our commercial vacancies by offering new businesses true incentives and help out our many existing and loyal small businesses succeed and not just survive. We need to be a truly business friendly city and not just say we are. We also need to streamline permits and plan check process to encourage new business. I do hope I can get your support and the support of your friends and family. I also want to help maintain and promote family unity and the safety of all the families that live in this wonderful city.

Description

I am a candidate for Torrance City Council. Running for office has been a long time dream of mine. I have never been more motivated in achieving this endeavor. I feel that in order to truly make positive changes in our city one must make them as a whole, work together and get involved at all levels. These are challenging times for us, as a country and as a city, with the redevelopment funds gone, we are facing the same fate as many other municipalities , loss of businesses that directly translate to less revenue for our city, loss of local jobs and more of our families living with financial instability and the risk of losing their homes. Less revenue for the city means the potential loss of many programs, services and activities that have helped shape Torrance throughout the years. It's not a matter of Right or Left, it's a matter of Right or Wrong. I will do what is Right for the people of Torrance. I will listen to your concerns and suggestions. I will be truly a public servant, serving the people of Torrance and the many businesses that help support and maintain this wonderful city that I am proud to say is my home.



Heidi Ashcraft, Aurelio Mattucci, Tim Goodrich, Michael Griffiths, Omar Navarro, Torrance Election

Aurelio Mattucci contacts 12,600 Torrance Businesses

In an effort to gain support from local Torrance business owners, Torrance City Council candidate Aurelio Mattucci has contacted each and every business owner in the city of Torrance and has personally visited over 3,000 of them.  His campaign efforts have reached over 12,600 business license holders within the city and has stirred up much interest within the business community.
Aurelio Mattucci has proven to be the candidate for small businesses and his loyalty sits with the residents and business owners. 
Vote Aurelio Mattucci June 3, 2014 www.voteformattucci.com



Aurelio Mattucci with wife Celeste and son Giuseppe.  Torrance needs a leader and Aurelio is the man for the job.

List of candidates running for Torrance City Council 2014

Here is a list of candidates running for Torrance City Council 2014

Aurelio Mattucci www.voteformattucci.com
Heidi Ashcraft
Tim Goodrich
Michael Griffiths
Milton Herring
Rahmat Khan
Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino
Ryan Mand
Omar Navarro
Clint Paulson
Geoff Rizzo
Alex See
Norm "Opa" Segel
Charlotte Ann Svolos
John Paul Tabakian
Kurt Weideman



Here is a list of candidates running for Torrance City Council 2014

Aurelio Mattucci www.voteformattucci.com
Heidi Ashcraft
Tim Goodrich
Michael Griffiths
Milton Herring
Rahmat Khan
Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino
Ryan Mand
Omar Navarro
Clint Paulson
Geoff Rizzo
Alex See
Norm "Opa" Segel
Charlotte Ann Svolos
John Paul Tabakian
Kurt Weideman

Torrance Election

City of Torrance Election 2014 information http://www.torranceca.gov/20102.htm

Aurelio Mattucci for Torrance City Council 2014

www.voteformattucci.com
www.facebook.com/aureliomattucciforoffice



City of Torrance Election 2014 information http://www.torranceca.gov/20102.htm 

Aurelio Mattucci for Torrance City Council 2014 - Get the latest

Aurelio Mattucci for Torrance City Council 2014 - Get the latest
See complete list of candidates at http://www.torranceca.gov/PDF/2014_candidates_public_Information_03072014_Revised.pdf



Aurelio Mattucci for Torrance City Council 2014 - Get the latest
See complete list of candidates at http://www.torranceca.gov/PDF/2014_candidates_public_Information_03072014_Revised.pdf 

Who is running for Torrance Election? Aurelio Mattucci, Heidi Ashcraft, Kurt Weideman....

Who is running for Torrance Election?
The City of Torrance election is scheduled for June 3, 2014. As of now there are 3 prospective candidates for mayor and 15 candidates for the 4 open seats on City Council.
City of Torrance election information available at http://www.torranceca.gov/20102.htm

Aurelio Mattucci is a candidate for Torrance City Council and his information is available at www.voteformattucci.com



Who is running for Torrance Election? Aurelio Mattucci, Heidi Ashcraft, Kurt Weideman....

Who is running for Torrance Election? Aurelio Mattucci, Heidi Ashcraft, Kurt Weideman....

How many people are running for Torrance Election 2014 ?

How many people are running for Torrance Election 2014 ?

See a list at  http://www.torranceca.gov/20148.htm

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How many people are running for Torrance Election 2014 ?

How many people are running for the City of Torrance Election?

How many people are running for the City of Torrance Election?

Find out at http://www.torranceca.gov/20148.htm




How many people are running for the City of Torrance Election?

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Aurelio Mattucci for Torrance City Council 2014

Many are running for the 4 seats coming up in June 2014. The city of Torrance expects as many as 20 people running for 4 seats on City Council. We are also voting for a new Mayor which is pretty important considering the Mayor often sets the pace for advancement. Mayor Frank Scotto is termed out and unable to run.  He may however seek other seats in the County. All speculation since he has not made a formal announcement of his future plans.  I have much respect for Mayor Frank Scotto as he has helped keep Torrance beautiful over the years.
Many candidates are lined up for a chance at City Council and currently 3 contenders for the Mayoral seat. Let's see what happens. A little over 6 months to go and I am feeling good about my campaign. Stronger than ever I will continue doing what I am doing, which is meet as many people face to face as I can possibly do.
Torrance is a big city with a little under 21 square miles of territory and about 150,000 residents. Not to mention the over 12,000 businesses that made Torrance their home.
Vote Aurelio Mattucci come June 3, 2014.  www.voteformattucci.com www.facebook.com/aureliomattucciforoffice




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More candidates join the race for City of Torrance Election 2014 - Aurelio Mattucci Torrance City Council Candidate

It will be interesting to see just how many will be in the race come election day.
Find out who is running for office in Torrance http://www.torranceca.gov/20148.htm



More candidates join the race for City of Torrance Election 2014 - Aurelio Mattucci Torrance City Council Candidate



More candidates join the race for City of Torrance Election 2014 - Aurelio Mattucci Torrance City Council Candidate

List of Candidates for Torrance Election include AURELIO MATTUCCI

List of Candidates for Torrance Election

Candidates for Torrance Mayor include:

Tom Brewer
Bill Sutherland
Pat Furey


Candidates for Torrance City Council Include: (4 seats)

Heidi Ashcroft
Omar Navarro
Tim Goodrich
AURELIO MATTUCCI www.voteformattucci.com
Geoffrey Rizzo
David Dewitt
Michael Griffiths
Rahmat H. Kahn
Nathan Mintz
Cliff Numark
Alex See
Kurt Weideman
Ray Uchima
Milton Herring

JOHN PAUL TABAKIAN

RAHMAT H. KHAN

CHARLOTTE A. SVOLOS

 

Candidates for Torrance City Council Include: (4 seats)

Heidi Ashcroft
Omar Navarro
Tim Goodrich
AURELIO MATTUCCI www.voteformattucci.com
Geoffrey Rizzo
David Dewitt
Michael Griffiths
Rahmat H. Kahn
Nathan Mintz
Cliff Numark
Alex See
Kurt Weideman
Ray Uchima
Milton Herring

JOHN PAUL TABAKIAN

RAHMAT H. KHAN

CHARLOTTE A. SVOLOS

 

 

Candidates for Torrance City Council Include: (4 seats)

Heidi Ashcroft
Omar Navarro
Tim Goodrich
AURELIO MATTUCCI www.voteformattucci.com
Geoffrey Rizzo
David Dewitt
Michael Griffiths
Rahmat H. Kahn
Nathan Mintz
Cliff Numark
Alex See
Kurt Weideman
Ray Uchima
Milton Herring

JOHN PAUL TABAKIAN

RAHMAT H. KHAN

CHARLOTTE A. SVOLOS

 

 

Michael Griffiths, Omar Navarro, Kurt Weideman, Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino, Charlotte Svolos, Geoff Rizzo, Milton Herring, Tim Goodrich, Aurelio Mattucci, Alex See and Heidi Ashcraft

The Candidates so far: Michael Griffiths, Omar Navarro, Kurt Weideman, Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino, Charlotte Svolos,  Geoff Rizzo, Milton Herring, Tim Goodrich, Aurelio Mattucci, Alex See and Heidi Ashcraft.
More are expected to file their 501 papers. Here I am only counting the ones that have put together their committees  and have already raised some money. I included Charlotte Slovos as she has already run and may have some reserves.
For a complete list go to http://www.torranceca.gov/20148.htm



Candidate Aurelio Mattucci



Michael Griffiths, Omar Navarro, Kurt Weideman, Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino, Charlotte Svolos,  Geoff Rizzo, Milton Herring, Tim Goodrich, Aurelio Mattucci, Alex See and Heidi Ashcraft.

Michael Griffiths, Omar Navarro, Kurt Weideman, Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino, Charlotte Svolos, Geoff Rizzo, Milton Herring, Tim Goodrich, Aurelio Mattucci, Alex See and Heidi Ashcraft

Michael Griffiths, Omar Navarro, Kurt Weideman, Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino, Charlotte Svolos,  Geoff Rizzo, Milton Herring, Tim Goodrich, Aurelio Mattucci, Alex See and Heidi Ashcraft are among the candidates for Torrance City Council Election June 3, 2014
Find out more at http://www.torranceca.gov/20148.htm

More about candidate Aurelio Mattucci at www.voteformattucci.com



Aurelio Mattucci with his family



Michael Griffiths, Omar Navarro, Kurt Weideman, Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino, Charlotte Svolos,  Geoff Rizzo, Milton Herring, Tim Goodrich, Aurelio Mattucci, Alex See and Heidi Ashcraft

 

Charlotte Slovos, Heidi Ashcraft and Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino 3 women running for Torrance

Charlotte Slovos, Heidi Ashcraft and Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino are 3 women running for Torrance City Council. According to Mayoral candidate Tom Brewer, there will most likely be up to 23 candidates and possibly more women running since one of the seats vacated was the one of Susan Rhilinger.  It will be interesting when trying to put together a candidates forum with 23 candidates. Wow.

For a complete list of candidates, please visit http://www.torranceca.gov/20148.htm



Charlotte Slovos, Heidi Ashcraft and Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino 3 women running for Torrance



Charlotte Slovos, Heidi Ashcraft and Leilani Kimmel-Dagostino 3 women running for Torrance