The Community Resources Department maintains a number of city-owned facilities, including 23 local parks and also organizes the annual live musical performances known as the Hermosa Beach Sunset Concert.
Other open spaces cared for by the city are two pedestrian paths, including the 19.5-acre Greenbelt Trail and The Strand, a mile-long path designed for walking and biking.
A gym, two tennis courts, skate park and a lawn bowling field are managed by the Community Resources Department, as well as the as the Hermosa Beach Civic Theatre and Clark Building.
A number of city-sponsored activities are offered throughout the year, and a schedule of them is available at the department's main office.
The Community Resources Department is currently without a director and a hiring freeze has been placed on the position.