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Happy Friday District 5! This week brought some more important updates, as we continue to shape the future of our City and our community!
At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, we discussed the results of the priority-setting workshops conducted over the last several months, as part of the City Council Prioritization Process to better inform future City programming. The Mayor and City Council agreed by consensus to a set of norms and key priorities, and from those a Work Plan is being drafted by the City Manager. Find out more about our City’s norms and priorities here.
One of those key priorities continues to be the affordable housing crisis our city faces. Which is why, on Tuesday, the Council approved the recommendation to amend the language in the City’s Housing Trust Fund to comply with the regulations of the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) Program. These amendments will help further the goals of the LHTF as well as help the City qualify for matching funds. Click here to learn more about it.
As we continue towards the end of this month, the local events calendar remains full! I hope to see you tomorrow, Saturday October 21 from 10am – 4pm for the Festival of Flight to celebrate our airport’s 100 years of service. On Saturday, you can also join in the celebration of the 10-year anniversary of Harvey Milk Promenade Park, at 212 E Third Street from 1pm – 3pm. Celebrate with the community as seven local LGBTQ+ leaders will be inducted into the park’s Equality Plaza. While you're out, you can help support people experiencing homelessness at Long Beach's eighth consecutive monthly Drive-Thru Donation event! Find more information below.
If you want to get into the spirit of the season, you have options for that as well! You can spend the afternoon with Parkview Village at their first annual Harvest Fest, this Saturday from 2pm – 6pm. Then next week, join McBride High School’s annual Trunk or Treat event, on Wednesday October 25 from 6pm – 8pm, for safe trick-or-treating and some spooky car displays. Don’t forget to dress up! Find information about these events and more in the flyers below.
Finally, I'd like to remind everyone that our next Council Meeting will be Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at 5pm. A list of the items of interest are at the bottom of this newsletter; I encourage you to attend, or watch online.
Let's get to work,
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Megan Kerr, Councilwoman
Long Beach, District 5
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Upcoming Events &
Community Meetings
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Long Beach Police Department
News & Events
Save the Date: Coffee with a Commander
Meet your District 5 Police Commanders! Save the following dates to meet and get to know your area Commanders over a cup of coffee. Keep an eye out for next week's newsletter for locations and more information. Not sure which Division you're in? A map of the LBPD Divisions can be found here.
East Division: Commander Michael Pennino
Wednesday November 8th, 9am
North Division: Commander Paul Gallo
Monday November 13th, 5pm
North Division Commander's Forum
Commander Paul Gallo invites North Division community members to join him at the next informative meeting on:
Wednesday, November 8 at 6:00 pm
Jordan High School
6500 Atlantic Ave (Community Room)
If you have any specific questions and/or concerns that you would like him to address, please send them to us by email at lbpdnorth@longbeach.gov by Friday, November 3.
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Health & Human Services
News & Events
Free Flu Vaccinations
The Department of Health and Human Services is offering free flu vaccinations throughout the month of October, including at all City-run vaccination sites and community clinics, while supplies last. Residents are strongly encouraged to get a flu vaccine in preparation of the coming flu season, which generally runs from mid-fall to mid-spring.
The next clinic will take place Tuesday October 24th, from 9 AM to 3 PM at the Long Beach Senior Center (1150 E 4th St). People may also book appointments to receive a flu vaccine through their medical provider or by visiting MyTurn.ca.gov.
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Community Development
News & Events
Achieving the Climate Action Plan Goals for the City of Long Beach: Transit-Oriented Development, Governance, and Building Electrification
Wednesday, October 25, 6 – 8 pm
CSULB Anna W. Ngai Alumni Center
1250 N Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, California 90840
City of Long Beach Community Development will discuss ongoing zoning efforts to encourage transit-oriented development, specific plan and zoning updates, and Long Beach Climate Action Plan governance and implementation.
Members of the American Institute of Architects – Long Beach / South Bay Chapter’s Committee On The Environment (COTE) will discuss the advantages of transitioning buildings from gas to electric, including essential steps, available financial incentives, and how architects can align designs with the Long Beach Climate Action Plan.
The architects of the venue, the CSULB Anna W. Ngai Alumni Center, will be on hand to provide a tour of the building and speak to the challenges and successes of the project.
Click here for more information, and to register to attend.
$5 General Admission
Free for students
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Long Beach Airport
News & Events
Festival of Flight Celebrates 100 Years of LGB
The Long Beach Airport's Festival of Flight returns on Saturday October 21st! Thousands of attendees are expected at the Airport’s signature annual event, which will be bigger than ever in celebration of LGB’s 100th anniversary. The popular free event is returning with aircraft on static display, live music, activities for kids, food and beer trucks and helicopter rides for purchase.
This event is free and open to the public between 10 am and 4 pm at the west end of the airfield at 3590 East Wardlow Road. Attendees are advised to bring water, wear sensible shoes, and be prepared to be outdoors, rain or shine.
For information about parking and answers to other FAQs, visit the event page or click the flyer below.
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Homelessness Emergency Declaration
Long Beach Hosting Donation Drive Thru Event Saturday, October 21, to Support People Experiencing Homelessness
Long Beach will host its eighth consecutive monthly donation drive thru event on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, to collect essential items to distribute to people experiencing homelessness in Long Beach. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) Main Facilities Center (2525 Grand Ave.). Donations received during the event will be distributed at the Multi-Service Center (MSC) to people experiencing homelessness and will also be available to local partner organizations to distribute.
For this month’s donation drive, the City encourages donations of hygiene kits and/or travel size hygiene products, which will be distributed during the 2024 Homeless Point in Time (PIT) Count taking place in early 2024, in addition through standard outreach. More information about the 2024 PIT Count will be available in the coming weeks.
The City is also seeking cold weather clothing items and items from the below list for contribution:
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Hygiene kits or house-warming gift kits from the Multi-Service Center Amazon Wish List.
- Backpacks filled with needed items such as hand warmers, flashlights, battery packs, batteries (especially D batteries), emergency blankets and charging cables.
- Pet care kits with things like pet food, treats, collars, leashes, pet toys or collapsible pet bowls.
- S, M, L, XL or XXL sweatpants, shirts, socks and men’s and women’s underwear, beanies, scarves, caps, hoodies, towels or blankets. Gently used items are appreciated, too.
- Welcome home kits with some of the suggested items above and a special hand-written motivating message to go in the kit.
- Food items like canned food (and small, manual can openers), bottled drinks like juices or water, and snacks such as granola bars or power bars, instant oatmeal and instant soup.
While gift cards will not be accepted at the drive thru event, they can be donated at the MSC. To schedule a drop-off time, people can call 562.570.4586.
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City Increases Homeless Service Outreach with Mobile Access Centers
The MAC significantly lowers barriers to providing case management services and other resources for people experiencing homelessness. The schedule below reflects the current schedule, inclusive of both MAC vehicles.
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City Seeks Partner to Operate a Mobile Healthy Food Market in Long Beach
Long Beach is seeking a partner to implement and operate a Mobile Healthy Food Market (MHFM) in Long Beach. The goal of the MHFM is to increase access to affordable fresh produce in neighborhoods defined as having poor food access as well as increase opportunities for residents to be connected to other services and resources that address the social determinants of health and improve health outcomes.
The City has launched a Request for Proposals (RFP). Qualified organizations are encouraged to submit proposals through the City’s vendor portal, Long Beach Buys, by 11 a.m., on Dec. 5, 2023. Specific details related to eligibility requirements and submission instructions are available on the Long Beach Buys website. The City also has developed an instructional video about the registration process.
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City of Long Beach Encourages Treats, not Tricks, for a Safe Halloween
Halloween is a highly anticipated holiday. The City of Long Beach reminds trick-or-treaters and all Halloween revelers to celebrate safely on Tuesday, Oct. 31, and all season long, with the safety tips in this press release to avoid potential unwelcome hazards.
By following the Celebrate Safely tips, everyone is sure to have a frightfully fun and safe Halloween.
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LBPD Seeks Public Assistance to Solve 2018 Murder
Homicide detectives are seeking the public’s help in solving the 2018 murder of Frederick Taft.
On July 21, 2018, at approximately 4:26 p.m., Fred Taft was in a restroom at Pan American Park when he was shot and killed by a male suspect. After the shooting, the suspect fled the scene.
Detectives have recently identified a new lead which suggests the suspect used a blue minivan to flee the scene. This new lead also revealed the suspect is a male Hispanic in his 20s.
We urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Detail at 562.570.7244. Anonymous tips may be submitted through “LA Crime Stoppers” by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the “P3 Tips” app to your smart phone, or visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.
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Long Beach Seeks Volunteers for 2023 Día de los Muertos Parade
To help support the City of Long Beach’s 2023 Día de los Muertos Parade, taking place Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in Downtown Long Beach, the Office of First District Councilwoman Mary Zendejas is seeking volunteers from local businesses, nonprofit organizations and community groups.
Volunteer opportunities are available from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Those interested in volunteering can sign up via the online form and, following registration submission, will receive additional details on currently available volunteer assignments.
For more information, people can contact the First District Council Office at 562.570.6919 or district1@longbeach.gov.
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Community Invited to Share Feedback on Proposed Concept Plans for Scherer Park Improvements
The City and local community partners continue to collaborate with residents and park users to re-imagine Scherer Park. Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) will host the third and final installment of community workshops on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m., where two concept plans will be unveiled, and meeting participants will have the opportunity to share their feedback.
In addition to the Oct. 19 workshop, taking place at the Boys & Girls Club of Long Beach (Eastman Clubhouse, 700 E. Del Amo Blvd.), community members can also share their feedback via the online feedback form, available now through Nov. 19, 2023.
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Health Department Hosts Filipino Community Health Needs Assessment Presentation and Roundtable
The Long Beach Health Department will host a presentation of the Filipino Community Needs Health Assessment from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023, at Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library (5870 Atlantic Ave.), followed by a roundtable discussion. The Filipino Community Needs Assessment assesses community strengths and service gaps in relation to the health and wellbeing of the Filipino community in Long Beach.
People are encouraged to RSVP in advance using the Filipino Community Health Needs Assessment Presentation and Roundtable Registration Form. Interpretation services will be available in Tagalog. People may request interpretation in other languages using the RSVP link at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting.
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Save the Date! Long Beach Veterans Day Celebration Returns November 11
The City of Long Beach proudly presents the 2023 Veterans Day Celebration to honor those who have served and are currently serving in the United States military. The free, family-friendly festival will take place on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Avenue).
This year’s Veterans Day Celebration will feature a welcome ceremony with local elected officials and community leaders, a veterans recognition ceremony and a veterans and community resources fair.
Additional details regarding this year’s Veterans Day Celebration will be available closer to the event date at longbeach.gov/veteransday.
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City to Celebrate Grand Opening of Future LB Youth Employment Center
The City of Long Beach will commemorate the official grand opening of Pacific Gateway Workforce Innovation Network’s new youth employment center, Future LB, with a celebratory community event on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, at 1 p.m. The event will take place at the new facility (508 W. Willow St.) and will feature a commemorative ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Rex Richardson and Seventh District Councilmember Roberto Uranga as well as vendors, food, music and resource tables.
Youth interested in receiving services may visit the center during normal operating hours, weekdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or call 562. 570.4700 for more information.
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Upcoming
City Council Agenda
Tues. October 24, 2023, 5:00pm
411 W Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802
FULL AGENDA
Item 1 Recommendation to provide a contribution to the McBride High School Criminal Justice & Investigation Booster Club for their October 26, 2023 Community Trunk or Treat Event. (Item Details)
Item 7 Recommendation to receive and file the application of CUMLR LB Limited Partnership, dba Chicken University LB, for an original application of an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, at 3851 Atlantic Avenue, submit a Public Notice of Protest to ABC; and direct City Manager to withdraw the protest if a Conditional Use Permit Exemption (CUPEX) is granted. (Item Details)
Item 9 Recommendation to execute a contract with the California State Sheriffs’ Association (CSSA), of Sacramento, CA, for the utilization of the CSSA’s cloud-based Racial Identity and Profiling Act application solution. (Item Details)
Item 12 Recommendation to accept a Dedication of Easement Deed from California Heights Properties Inc., property owner at 3760 Orange Avenue, for alley widening and public street purposes; and Accept CEQA Exemption CE-06-09. (Item Details)
Item 13 Recommendation to find that all requirements of the final subdivision map creating fifteen (15) residential unit lots and one (1) common area lot for residential condominium purposes at 3655 Elm Avenue have been met; approve the final map for Tract No. 83654; authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute subdivision agreements; and Accept Categorical Exemption CE-21-157. (Item Details)
Item 15 Recommendation to adopt resolution requesting the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk to call, provide, and give notice of a Primary Municipal Election to be consolidated with the Statewide General Election to be held on March 5, 2024, and include the proposed ordinance to a vote of the qualified electors of the City relating to an increase of the minimum wage of hotel workers in the City of Long Beach, clarifying the payment of “wages” and “service charges” to qualifying hotel workers in the City, authorizing the City future amendments to said ordinance, authorizing the City Council to make future amendments to the City’s hotel worker minimum compensation standards; requesting the County of Los Angeles to consolidate said election with the Statewide Primary Election of even date; and setting rules and deadlines for arguments for and against the ordinance. (Item Details)
Item 16 Recommendation to continue the local emergency caused by conditions or threatened conditions of homelessness within the City of Long Beach. (Item Details)
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