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SPECIAL EDITION OF THE BLUE NEWSLETTER
REPUBLIC SERVICES
FALL COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP DATES
Green Waste Brush Clearance: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Larger quantities of green waste will be collected near the roadside
instead of typical designated collection locations. Place green waste
in an area that is clearly visible to drivers. Green waste must be
bundled and no more than 4 feet in length. No container, bag, or
bundle should weigh more than 60lbs. No Loose green waste will be
removed.
Bulky Item Collection: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Bulk items, such as furniture, appliances and rolled rugs, (that can be
collected with two Republic employees) will be picked up from your
designated collection location. Please place items in an area that is
easily visible to drivers. Set out items the night before collection or by
6 a.m. on collection day.
Shred and E-waste: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., drop off confidential documents for
secure shredding and electronic waste, such as computers,
televisions, smartphones and similar items, for recycling at City Hall.
Please wipe any devices of personal information before disposing.
Scan the link below for a pdf of the 2025 Republic Services Residential Guide. You
can also view it on the website at Rolling-Hills.org/Residential/Trash_Services
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS UPDATES
Being prepared doesn’t have to happen all at once. Completing one small task at a
time will better prepare you and the ones you care about during an emergency.
OUTDOOR EMERGENCY SIRENS – BUILDING A SAFER, STRONGER ROLLING HILLS
What began in 2019 as an exploration of reliable communication tools has evolved into a multi-layered emergency
notification system. After extensive testing, community feedback, and Council direction, the City is building redundant
layers of protection to keep every resident informed and prepared including advancing outdoor sirens, the indoor SAFE
Network, and City-generated text and email messaging to provide dependable alerts during critical events. This phased
program has already brought three sirens online, and beginning in the new year, homeowners will be able to purchase
in-home receivers to receive indoor alerts. In 2025, the City expanded its efforts by testing additional sites and conducting
siren pole mock-ups, allowing residents to see the proposed height and provide feedback directly to the City Council.
Looking ahead, the City Council has directed staff to pursue new locations to ensure equitable, citywide coverage. At
the September 22 meeting, the Council authorized the City Manager to request easement licensing from the Rolling Hills
Community Association for the installation of a new siren pole at the Garden Triangle at Upper Blackwater & Portuguese
Bend Road. Visit the City website to find more information about the Outdoor Emergency Siren Project.
HAZARD MITIGATION – VOLUNTARY BUYOUT PROGRAM
Beginning in November 2024, the City began coordinating with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
(CalOES) on hazard-mitigation funding options. In June 2025, the City partnered with CalOES to evaluate eligibility for
FEMA’s Voluntary Buyout Program, a hazard-mitigation grant that allows local governments to purchase properties in
high-risk areas from willing owners (participation is strictly voluntary), remove existing structures, and permanently convert
the land to open space to reduce future disaster losses. As part of this evaluation, the required Benefit-Cost Analysis
(BCA) was completed; however, the results did not meet FEMA’s cost-effectiveness threshold (a BCA ratio of at least
1.0). While Rolling Hills does not qualify for this program at this time, the City will continue to track state and federal grant
opportunities and share future options that may benefit the community.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY (SoCalGas) RESTORATION
SoCalGas has begun upgrading and testing infrastructure in Rolling Hills to restore natural gas service for customers who
lost services in fall 2024. Crews will work weekdays from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Ongoing safety measures include electronic
monitoring, land movement markers, and increased leak surveys. For more information, visit
socalgas.com/PVLandMovement or call 310-569-2636. To report a gas leak, call 800-427-2200 immediately.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON (SCE) RESTORATIONS AND TENSION RELIEF STRATEGY
Rolling Hills homeowners who lost electricity in fall 2024 and opted to restore service have been reconnected, with SCE,
County and City finalizing the remaining few. Waiver of permitting fees for this work expires December 31, 2025. SCE will
begin construction in early 2026 to strengthen power lines through its Tension Relief Strategy (TRS), using new devices,
taller poles, and covered conductors to better withstand land movement. Residents may experience brief outages or
traffic delays, with advance notice provided. For updates, visit sce.com/outage or call 1-800-250-7339.
REDUCE FIRE RISK DURING RED FLAG WARNINGS
During Red Flag Warnings, please refrain from using power tools or machinery that can produce sparks; limit mowing
and landscaping, especially on dry or windy days; suspend construction or “hot work” such as welding, cutting, and
grinding; and avoid smoking outdoors, where embers can ignite dry vegetation. If essential work truly cannot be
postponed, implement strict fire-safety measures on site, including readily accessible fire extinguishers and water.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Free Firescaping Workshop - October 2 from 6-8 p.m. at City Hall. West Basin Municipal Water District, in partnership
with the City of Rolling Hills, will host an in-person Workshop on Firescaping. The first 25 attendees will receive a free
book and sandwiches will be served. Please RSVP to WestBasinCA.gov/firescaping
Great ShakeOut - October 16 at 10:16 a.m. Join millions across California for the Great ShakeOut drill. Practice Drop,
Cover, and Hold On to be prepared and stay safe during an earthquake.
Prepared Peninsula Expo - October 26, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Peninsula High School. Free Lunch/Farmers Market
vouchers are available while supplies last.
Block Captain Program - Help strengthen community preparedness by serving as a Block Captain or Lead. Call 310-
377-1521 to learn more.
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