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I hope everyone is getting ready for the inaugural Fifth District Community Concert tomorrow, Friday, August 18th at 6pm at Long Beach City College's Front Lawn on Carson Street! This free concert will feature local favorite 80’s cover band, Knyght Ryder! Bring a lawn chair, your friends and family, and prepare for some fun! There will be a food truck, a beer garden, and fun family games; I hope to see you there! Watch a teaser video here!
On the budget front, Public Hearings on the City’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 continue. At Tuesday's City Council Meeting, we heard the budget proposals from Economic Development, Public Works and the Capital Improvement Program. You can watch the hearing here.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Economic Development: The Fifth District is fortunate to have many business corridors including Norse Way, Viking Way, LBX, Bixby Knolls, and Cal Heights; and we know that economic development and growth in all sectors is key to being able to serve all residents well. An increased focus on marketing of the unique opportunities here in Long Beach is important to our city's economic health therefore I applaud Economic Development in adding a new dedicated position to enhance oversight and administration of the City's Business Improvement District Program.
Public Works /Capital Improvement Plan: To many of us, our local infrastructure is essential. The City's Public Works Team is looking at structural organizational changes within the department to streamline services and to bring some services in house so they can be deployed more quickly. There is also an increased focus on retaining Public Works Staff to ensure that our day-to-day services are met.
As the district that spans from the LA river to the San Gabriel river, I am pleased to see funding support for city-wide cleanups including illegally dumped items in our parks and open spaces, and of large homeless encampment sites. These efforts are vital to the overall improvement and look of our City. I and my office continue to meet with Public Works regularly to emphasize the infrastructure concerns across our district, and I encourage you to continue keeping us informed of your neighborhood needs.
Elevate '28: Long Beach is also planning for major citywide public infrastructure upgrades — from park improvements to cultural investments — through its new “Elevate 28” initiative, which is an upgraded version of the Measure A-funded capital improvement program introduced during last year’s budgeting process. Elevate '28 intends to focus on improving youth sports facilities, parks, art and cultural centers, and other Long Beach landmarks over the next five years, with about $214 million dollars of funding from Measure A revenue, bonds and various grants.
At next Tuesday's City Council Meeting, we will discuss the Proposed FY 2024 Budget from Development Services, Parks/Recreation/Marine, Library Services, and Health and Human Services. I encourage you to attend, or watch online at 5pm, August 22, 2023.
As we continue to work through this budget proposal for FY 24, we will continue to keep you updated on the process. I look forward to our continued conversations and hearing from our residents and youth. Join the budget conversation and share your feedback below!
As always, I am grateful for your continued engagement with me and my office, and I look forward to seeing you out in the community. Be sure to follow my social media @CWMeganKerr to stay connected!
Let's get to work,
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Megan Kerr, Councilwoman
Long Beach, District 5
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Public Safety Community Meeting | Aug. 25 | |
We will be hosting a Community Meeting focusing on Park and Public Safety on Friday, August 25, 2023 at 5pm. Bring a chair and hear from our Long Beach Police Department, Long Beach Fire Department, and Park Ambassadors. Register and submit your questions by visiting: https://bit.ly/CD5Mtg We hope to see you there! | |
Upcoming Events &
Community Meetings
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION
Sinkhole and Storm Drain Project
Residents should anticipate potential delays in the area affected. Construction will impact several businesses whose storefront is located on Bixby Road. Public Works will post NO PARKING signs on Monday 8/21.
Type of Work: Replacement of storm drain pipe and catch basin, sinkhole repair, asphalt paving, and traffic control.
Location of Work: Bixby Road, between Atlantic Ave and Linden Ave.
Start Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Project Duration: Approximately 7 days
Construction Hours: 7am – 5pm
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Long Beach Police Department
News & Events
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East Division DUI Checkpoint
On Aug. 18, 2023, the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. in the East Division area. More Information click here.
North Division Commander's Forum
Save the Date! The North Division will hold a Commander's Forum on Wednesday, August 23at 6:00pm. at the Expo Arts Center (4321 Atlantic Ave., LB, 90807). This is is a great opportunity to engage with our new North Division Commander, Paul Gallo.
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Homelessness Emergency Declaration
City Seeks to Mass Distribute Water to People Experiencing Homelessness, Donating Water to Local Community Based Organizations to Further Efforts
In an ongoing effort to increase access to clean water and other essentials for people experiencing homelessness, the Homeless Services Bureau (HSB) is offering cases of water to local community-based organizations and advocates supporting people experiencing homelessness. Community organizations interested in receiving cases of water are encouraged to submit a water donation request form.
Upon submitting the request form and receiving a confirmation email, community-based organizations will be instructed to pick up cases of water on weekdays at the City’s Multi-Service Center (MSC), located at 1301 W. 12st Street, to distribute through their existing outreach and service avenues.
Case quantity is subject to the requesting organization’s charitable outreach needs and up to 20 maximum cases at a time. Organizations also interested in receiving other donated items, such as hygiene kits, clothing, and sun and heat protection items, can submit a donation request form. Community-based organizations with questions or seeking additional information about this effort may contact donations@longbeach.gov or 562.570.4636.
Mobile Access Center Continues Homeless Services Outreach Throughout August
Long Beach will continue to deploy its Mobile Access Center (MAC) in select areas weekdays throughout August. The MAC significantly lowers barriers to providing case management services and other resources for people experiencing homelessness, as it allows the City’s Homeless Services Bureau outreach staff to conduct meaningful engagement and relationship building and start the intake process right on the street.
Beginning Monday, Aug. 14, the MAC will be stationed at the following locations from 9 a.m. to noon:
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Mondays – MacArthur Park (1321 E. Anaheim St.) near the basketball courts.
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Tuesdays – Christian Outreach in Action (515 E. 3rd St.), parked on Linden Avenue.
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Wednesdays – Outside of Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway) on Ocean Boulevard.
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Thursdays – Drake/Chavez Soccer Fields (903-999 Fairbanks Ave.). Van will be parked facing Los Angeles River near the parking lot located on De Forest Avenue just south of the soccer fields.
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Fridays – Alamitos Beach Parking Lot near the south end of the parking lot, at Shoreline Drive and Beach Access Road.
The MAC will also be stationed from 1:30 to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout August at the locations below:
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Mondays – Traffic Circle, in the area of Ximeno Avenue and East Atherton Street. Van will be parked on Ximeno Avenue.
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Tuesdays – Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave.), Atlantic Avenue side of the park.
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Wednesdays – 6th Street and Long Beach Boulevard, on 6th Street between Long Beach Boulevard and Elm Avenue.
The second MAC vehicle is expected to begin operations mid-to-late August.
Information detailing the city's homelessness response efforts is now available on the Homelessness Digital Dashboard.
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Grand Opening of New Nautical Themed Playground at Admiral Kidd Park
The City of Long Beach invites the public to attend a grand opening ceremony for the new Admiral Kidd Park Playground (2125 Santa Fe Ave.) taking place on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at 11 a.m.
More information about the Admiral Kidd Park Playground Project is available at longbeach.gov/akpp.
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Community Invited to Help Shape the Future of Downtown LB and Nearby Shoreline
The Long Beach Development Services Department is inviting residents and local stakeholders to provide input on a planning effort to update land use plans for the Downtown and adjacent waterfront areas.
The Department will host an in-person open house event to solicit public input on the plans, on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway). Those interested in attending are requested to RSVP online.
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LB to Transition City’s Meeting Management System to New Platform This October
This October, the City will transition its agenda and meeting management system to a new platform called OneMeeting (formerly PrimeGov), for its agendas, minutes and videos for all City Council, Committee, Board and Commission meetings.
The Office of the City Clerk will present the City’s anticipated transition plan and updates regarding this Citywide initiative to the City Council during the Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, meeting. Updates will become available on the OneMeeting webpage at longbeach.gov/cityclerk. People with questions about the changes or the platform may contact the City Clerk at 562.570.6101 or CityClerk@longbeach.gov.
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Say Farewell to Summer - Concert at El Dorado Park West Feat. Journey USA
The City's Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) will conclude its 2023 summer concert season with a free, farewell to summer concert at El Dorado Park West (2760 Studebaker Rd.) featuring Journey USA, the ultimate Journey tribute band, on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023.
The summer send-off event will begin at 5 p.m. with a Kid’s Activity Zone, followed by the concert from 6 to 8 p.m. Join us to rock out to iconic hits and dance the night away hearing chart-toppers like Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” and other iconic hits.
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LB Public Library’s Brewitt Neighborhood Library Celebrates 75th Anniversary
The Brewitt Neighborhood Library, a cherished pillar of the East Long Beach community, is proud to celebrate its 75th Diamond Celebration. Originally known as the East Long Beach Branch, the library has upheld its legacy as a warm and inviting neighborhood hub, spanning over 75 years of service.
Community members are invited to attend a Diamond Celebration event on Saturday, Aug. 26. Festivities will take place from noon to 4 p.m. at Brewitt Neighborhood Library (4036 E. Anaheim St.)
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Animal Care Services Joins NBCUniversal Local’s ‘Clear the Shelters’ Pet Adoption & Donation Campaign
Long Beach Animal Care Services (LBACS) has joined NBCUniversal Local’s 2023 Clear The Shelters national pet adoption and donation campaign, taking place through Aug. 31, 2023, holding adoption specials throughout the month and encouraging residents to get involved.
To encourage the responsible, mindful adoption of animals in need of a home, LBACS is offering $25 adoption specials for cats and dogs. Those interested in adopting can visit LBACS (7700 E. Spring St.) Wednesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Potential adopters can apply online.
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LB Seeks Community Input on Bike Share and E-Scooter Share Programs
The City is evaluating its shared mobility programs to better understand how customers are using Bike Share and E-scooter share programs in Long Beach. As a part of the evaluation, the City invites program users to complete a short 10-minute online survey now available until Aug. 28, 2023.
The online survey, available in English & Spanish, can be accessed by visiting longbeach.gov/goactivelb. Those with limited access to a computer/smart phone may visit one of the many public computer labs available at an open LB Public Library location to access the survey.
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City to Host Third Annual LB Youth Festival in September
The Health Department’s Office of Youth Development, in partnership with the City’s Youth and Families Commission, LB Public Library, Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine, Pacific Gateway, Office of Climate Action and Sustainability, and the Mayor’s Fund for Education, will host its third annual Youth Festival at the Long Beach City College Pacific Coast Campus (1305 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9.
Youth and emerging adults ages 11 to 26 are invited to participate in this free, empowering one-day event.
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Long Beach Launches Community Crisis Response Team
The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) announced the launch of its Community Crisis Response Team.
The five-person team will respond to a subset of calls-for-service where mental health support, health education and resource navigation could support the safety and health outcomes for community members at the center of calls.
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‘READY Long Beach’ Set to Return September 9
On Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, the Long Beach Fire Department Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), in partnership with other City departments, regional disaster response agencies and community partners, will host the 7th Annual READY Long Beach Community Preparedness Expo.
The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Walter Pyramid on the California State University, Long Beach (Long Beach State) campus, at 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd. Community members are invited to attend and learn about how to prepare for natural disasters/emergencies.
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Parks, Recreation and Marine to Offer a Variety of Classes for Residents this Fall
Registration for a variety of new and existing recreation classes offered by the Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) begins Monday, August 7.
More than 700 activities in art, music, nature, fitness, special interest subjects, adult sports leagues and aquatics will begin in September and continue through November 2023. More information about PRM programs and offerings are available at LBParks.org.
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PRM to Offer Free Summer Food Service Program for Children
For the 44th year in a row, Parks, Recreation and Marine will offer the USDA Summer Food Service Program to provide free, nutritious meals to Long Beach children and youth over the summer months.
Beginning June 20 through August 25, PRM will provide free meals for children and youth Monday - Friday, with times varying at each site between 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. (excluding Tuesday, July 4).
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION
Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation & Replacement Program (SSRRP) Project 9 (SC-0427)
Type of Work: Rehabilitation of sanitary sewer mains by Southwest Pipeline and Trenchless Corp. (Contractor for the Long Beach Utilities Department).
Location of Work: Various streets throughout Eastern District 5 including..
- Between Wardlow Rd. and Spring St. West of Los Coyotes Diagonal (South of Conant, Woodruff neighborhoods)
- Eastern Carson Park neighborhood
- Albury Ave between Harco St. and Conant St.
Expected Start Date: July 12th, 2023
Expected End Date: January 2024 (Schedule is subject to delay due to inclement weather or other unforeseen complications)
Construction Hours: 7:00a to 4:00p, Monday thru Friday (Adjustments in working hours may be made as necessary to perform the work or as required by permit conditions.)
Please use caution when driving near the construction zone. Parking in the
construction zone is RESTRICTED during construction. Be aware of “NO
PARKING” signs that will be posted during construction.
A 48-HOUR NOTIFICATION will be provided IF there will be immediate traffic
impacts on your street.
A 48-HOUR and 24-HOUR NOTIFICATION will be provided to you IF your water
service will be interrupted during the construction process. Typical water service
interruptions last an average of 6 to 8 hours between the hours of 7:00 A.M. to 4:00
P.M. for ONE day only.
For questions about this notice please call (562) 570-2390
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Upcoming
City Council Agenda
Tues. August 22, 2023, 5:00pm
411 W Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802
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Items of Interest
Item 8 Recommendation to execute an agreement with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board, Inc., to operate the Workforce Development Board of Los Angeles Basin Region Prison to Employment program, which serves formerly incarcerated and other justice involved individuals. (Item Details) (eComment)
Item 9 Recommendation to execute an agreement with the City of Los Angeles, Economic Workforce Development Department (EWDD), to accept and expend grant funding to provide services that lead to high-paying and sustainable employment. (Item Details) (eComment)
Item 10 Recommendation to execute an agreement with the City of Los Angeles, Economic Workforce Development Department (EWDD) to accept and expend Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds, to continue operations at the Harbor Gateway WorkSource Center. (Item Details) (eComment)
Item 12 Recommendation to conduct a Budget Hearing to receive and discuss an overview of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget for the departments of Parks, Recreation and Marine, Library Services, Health and Human Services, and Development Services. (Item Details) (eComment)
Item 14 Recommendation to execute an agreement with the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD), to accept and expend Program Year 2023-24 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant funding to implement workforce training programs and strategies. (Item Details) (eComment)
Item 15 Recommendation to receive and file a report on City of Long Beach (City) financial policies used in the annual budget development process and other citywide financial analyses. (Item Details) (eComment)
Members of the public have the option to use eComment to provide comments on agenda items. Written Comments may also be submitted by email to CityClerk@longbeach.gov.
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