The City of Torrance takes pride in recognizing citizens for their hard work and dedication to the community. The information below outlines the process for issuing certificates of recognition to organizations and community members through the Mayor and Council office.  The Mayor and Council are committed to celebrating the contributions of our community members. Requests should be submitted at least one month in advance to ensure timely processing and mailing. To streamline and enhance this process please adhere to the guidelines below.

Submit Certificate request information at least three weeks’ notice in advance to TorranceCertificates@TorranceCA.Gov

All requests for certificate must include the detailed information below:

• Email subject line – Certificate Request
• Name of the individual or organization being recognized
• Organization information or information on event
• Date printed on the certificate
• Date by which the certificate is needed or will be picked up
• Name, Email, and Phone number of requester

Approval Process: Upon submission, the request will be reviewed by Mayor and forward the approved request to staff for processing.

Distribution: Certificates will be presented at a City Council meeting, mailed to the recipient upon request or coordinate a pickup.

Contact Information

For further information or to submit a request, please contact Torrancecertificates@TorranceCA.Gov

Awards

The City of Torrance takes pride in recognizing citizens for their hard work and dedication to the community. The Jared Sidney Torrance Award and the Citizen of the Year award were established to thank them for their commitment to making Torrance a better place to live, work, and play.

Intent of Proclamations

The Torrance Mayor and City Council value the opportunity to both recognize and appreciate Torrance Persons, Service Organizations and Corporate for their valuable contributions to the Torrance community and civic life.  Whereas this recognition and appreciation may include a Torrance City Council Proclamation, a Councilmember read Community Announcement or a City Certificate may be more appropriate in some instances.  The Mayor’s Office reserves the right to modify a Proclamation request to another form of Council recognition or to deny a request entirely.   

To request a proclamation, please review the Proclamation Application Instructions.

City Council Adjournments

If you are interested in submitting a request for the Torrance City Council to adjourn in memory of a City employee, retiree, prominent legislative or community member, please review the City Council Memorial Adjournment Request.