Palos Verdes Estates, CA
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The City of Palos Verdes Estates is inviting residents to host small, informal conversations with City Manager Kerry Kallman and Police Chief Luke Hellinga. These gatherings provide an opportunity to ask questions, share perspectives, and discuss the City's future in an open and relaxed setting.
Why Community Conversations?
The City recognizes that many residents may not have the opportunity, or the desire, to attend City Council meetings or other formal public meetings. Community Conversations are designed to bring the conversation into neighborhoods, creating smaller, more personal opportunities for meaningful dialogue.
City Manager Kerry Kallman and Police Chief Luke Hellinga have heard thoughtful questions, concerns, and ideas from community members about the City's future, finances, public safety, and services. These informal gatherings provide an opportunity to continue those conversations, answer questions, discuss ideas, and better understand the priorities of residents throughout the community.
Host a Conversation
Invite a small group of neighbors, friends, or fellow residents to gather in your home or another informal community location.
Meet with the City Manager & Police Chief
City Manager Kerry Kallman, Police Chief Luke Hellinga, and other available City staff will participate in the discussion and answer questions.
Open Dialogue
These conversations are intended to listen as much as they are to share information. Every resident is encouraged to participate respectfully, ask questions, and share ideas.
Topics May Include
- The City's financial outlook
- Municipal revenue sources
- Where your property tax dollars go
- Understanding your Police Department and the staffing model
- Public safety
- Infrastructure and capital improvements
- City services
- Community priorities
- Questions and ideas from residents
Current Availability
The following dates are currently available for Community Conversations. Additional dates may be added as scheduling allows.
When submitting your request, please let us know:
- Your preferred date(s)
- Your preferred location
- Approximately how many residents will attend
- Any specific questions or discussion topics your group would like to cover
Every Conversation Matters
Whether you have questions, concerns, ideas, or simply want to learn more about the City's future, we hope you'll join the conversation. Hearing directly from residents helps City staff better understand the community's priorities and continue open dialogue with residents.