Bob Habel is a longtime Torrance resident and civic volunteer who previously worked for the Torrance Unified School District for 17 years. He has served on several city and community bodies, including the Torrance Traffic Commission, the Torrance Parks and Recreation Commission, and the Torrance Refinery Citizens Advisory Panel. Habel has also held leadership and volunteer roles with local nonprofit and civic organizations such as the Torrance Rose Float Association, the Torrance Certified Farmers’ Market, and community service programs supporting Torrance schools and residents.