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We're officially moving! This Monday, July 29, the City of Long Beach will celebrate the grand opening of the new Civic Center, which includes a new City Hall and Port of Long Beach Building. And you’re all invited!

Many of you probably have questions about the move and wondering where you’ll have to go to pay your utility bill or get information on building permits. We have all the answers for you here.

The City Council held its last meeting in the Council Chambers of 333 W. Ocean Blvd. where several current and former Mayors, City Managers, Councilmembers and City Officials were honored and we have photos to share.

You may have noticed that POW! WOW! Long Beach started last Sunday. It’s our favorite time of the year when world renowned artists come to Long Beach to beautify our streets with amazing murals. Make sure to check them out this weekend!

Scroll down for more important City news.
Come Celebrate the Grand Opening of the New Civic Center!

On Monday, July 29, the City of Long Beach will celebrate the grand opening of the new Civic Center, which includes a new City Hall, Civic Chambers and Port Administration Building. The event is open to the public and will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the Long Beach Civic Center Plaza (411-415 W. Ocean Blvd.).
Current and Past Long Beach Officials Were Honored at the Last City Council Meeting at 333 West Ocean Blvd.

It was a bitter-sweet moment. The final Council Meeting held at 333 W. Ocean Blvd. -- the City Hall building that opened in 1976 -- took place Tuesday, July 23. Several past City Managers, Councilmembers, Mayors and other City Officials were recognized for their work at the City.
We Want to Answer All Your Questions About the New City Hall

As we move to the new Civic Center we want to make sure the public knows where to go. Find out where in the new City Hall you have to go to pay your utility bill, parking citation, get construction permits and more.
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City Council Votes to Name Main Library After Billie Jean King

On Tuesday, July 23, the City Council unanimously approved the decision to name the Main Library in downtown Long Beach after tennis legend Billie Jean King who was born and raised in Long Beach. She is also known for her leadership in the women's rights and gender-equality movements.
City Breaks Ground on Alamitos Beach Concessions Stand August 1

Mark your calendars! The City of Long Beach will break ground on a new modern café and concessions area at Alamitos Beach at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 1. It's expected to open in the summer of 2020.
Long Beach Businesses, Come Learn About the Green Business Academy!

The Downtown Long Beach Alliance and Long Beach Sustainability invite Long Beach businesses to the free Green Business Academy to learn about Green Business Certification and gain access to tools, resources and training to help your business or organization save money, protect the environment and become certified.
Reading To Pets In Shelters Inspires Volunteers To Pursue Careers In Helping Animals

Meet Kiana who has volunteered over 150 hours at the animal shelter as part of the Long Beach Animal Care Explorer Academy where she gets to read to pets. She told InsideLB that she is most proud of her painted portraits of shelter animals. 😻
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