RESOLUTION NO. 2025-56
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE HONORING
POLICE OFFICER
CLAUDE FIERRO
UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE CITY
AFTER TWENTY-THREE YEARS OF SERVICE
WHEREAS, Claude Fierro began his law enforcement career with the Torrance Police Department as a Police Officer on the 25th of September 2001; and
WHEREAS, Claude served various assignments within the Torrance Police Department , including Patrol Officer and Officer in Charge in the Communications Division.
While in the Traffic Division, Claude worked on the DUI Team, was a Motor Officer and served as an Accident Investigator . He also was part of the Crisis Negotiating Team for six years; and
WHEREAS, Claude embodied the Department ’s Core Values of Service, Pride, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence. As a Patrol Officer, Claude took it upon himself to lead the charge with effective communication that would bring quick and efficient arrests. Claude’s calm and positive demeanor made him a pillar of our community and the Police Department. While working in the capacity of OIC in Communications, Claude consistently exhibited composure and empathy when taking calls . He took the time to patiently explain situations to callers while offering clear and concise guidance. While working in the capacity of Patrol Officer, he would often be seen answering the questions of Torrance residents with a smile; and
WHEREAS, Claude was honored with the Medal of Valor in 2020 for his quick response , extraordinary courage, bravery, and self-sacrifice when a small plane crashed into a building in September 2019. As one of the first units on the scene, quickly assessed the situation, directing additional responding units and formulating a plan for officers to safely evacuate p eople from the plane’s cockpit and out of the unstable structure; and
WHEREAS, Claude has received numerous letters of commendation from the Department, other law enforcement agencies , local businesses, residen ts, and the U nited States Postal Inspection Service regarding his skill and willingness to share his experience which helped emphasize the teamwork between t he Department and our community; and
WHEREAS, Claude has provided 23 years of dedicated service to the City of Torrance and has unselfishly used his many skills for the benefit of the Police Department and the citizens of Torrance.
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1 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Torrance, California, does hereby commend, honor, and congratulate POLICE OFFICER
CLAUDE LEE FIERRO
for his dedication, professionalism, and contributions to the City of Torrance while in our employ; and, be it further resolved, that he be wished a full and rewarding life in his retirement years.
INTRODUCED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 23rd day of September 2025
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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PATRICK Q. SULLIVAN, City Attorney Mayor George K. Chen
ATTEST:
by ____________________________________ __________________________________ Tatia Y. Strader, Assistant City Attorney Rebecca Poirier, City Clerk
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