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Although it’s not officially summer, the City has already kicked-off all summer events!

To make it easier to get around town along the westside of Long Beach, we have some great news about the Metro Blue Line. This Saturday, June 1, service of the Metro Blue Line between downtown Long Beach and the Compton Station will begin. The completion of construction improvements to the southern portion have been done, while the start of similar construction work on the northern segment will begin, which will be replaced with several bus shuttles until September.

Summer is also a time for many celebrations. Please remember to celebrate safely. The City has launched a ‘Celebrate Safely” campaign to promote a safe and festive environment in Long Beach ahead of the Fourth of July and other summer events.

If you missed our Kitty Hall event , check out the adorable video, where City Hall was literally turned into a cat adoption center where more than 30 cats were given a fur-ever home!

Scroll down for more important City news.
Blue Line Improvements to Southern Section Completed Effective Saturday, June 1

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) announced the completion of construction improvements to the southern portion of the Metro Blue Line and the start of similar construction work on the northern segment of the Blue Line starting June 1.

Metro will resume Blue Line rail service on Saturday, June 1 between downtown Long Beach and the Compton Station. Blue line service from the Compton Station to the 7th Street/Metro Center Station in downtown Los Angeles will be replaced with several bus shuttles until September when regular rail service will resume on the entire Blue Line.
Long Beach Is Working to Ensure Every Resident Is Counted in the 2020 Census

The City is gearing up to encourage everyone to participate in the Census 2020. This critical count, which happens once every 10-years directly impacts county, state and federal funding levels that provide resources to programs and services that improve our neighborhoods.
City Encourages Residents to 'Celebrate Safely' During Upcoming Holidays

The City of Long Beach launched a comprehensive fireworks education campaign to promote a safe and festive environment citywide ahead of the Fourth of July. The “Celebrate Safely” campaign will provide education about the hazards of home-based fireworks, even those labeled ‘Safe and Sane,’ while also providing suggestions for safe ways to celebrate the holiday.
City Provides Tips to Protect Against Mosquito Population and Prevent Spread of Disease

Heavy winter rains, combined with the coming warmer weather, is creating an ideal situation for mosquitoes to breed. City Health Officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, advises residents to protect themselves from mosquitoes and the diseases they carry.
Thank You to Everyone Who Came out to Kitty Hall!

Kitty Hall 🐱❤️2019 was a success with 33 cats adopted. A special thanks to Long Beach Animal Care Services and all the partners that helped make this event possible.
Long Beach Public Library Launches Zip Books: A New Interlibrary Loan Service in Partnership with Amazon

The Long Beach Public Library has launched Zip Books, a free alternative to traditional interlibrary loan. Zip Books partners with Amazon to get books to library users more quickly.
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