Vol. 02 | Issue 11

March 16, 2024

Hello Kristina,

I am excited to announce our partnership with the American Red Cross for a Blood Drive in May! Even if you cannot donate, please consider sharing this event with your friends and family to spread the word and we hope to see you there.

A couple of weeks ago, we introduced our fellows who will be helping us for the next few months. Hailey, a CSULB student, is working to improve our community engagement, including how technology can improve our communication with residents. Please help Hailey by completing the surveys, which will help her in her research. We are starting with the Go Long Beach app to understand your thoughts on this important technology used to communicate with the City. Please complete the survey here.

As always, the District 3 team and I are here to help. We can be reached at District3@longbeach.gov or (562) 570-6300.

Sincerely,

Kristina Duggan

Councilmember | District 3

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Council Update

Upcoming City Council Meeting Highlight

On Tuesday, March 19, the City Council will hold a study session on the 2025 Fiscal Year Budget Development Update. When available, the presentation will be posted here.

The City Council will also hold a regular meeting and hear the following items of interest:

Item 17: Recommendation to request City Manager to work with the Public Works Department and relevant departments to begin the process in developing a Speed Safety System Use Policy, a Speed Safety System Impact Report, and proposal for an automated Speed Safety System Pilot Program pursuant to AB 645 to City Council within 45 days.

Item 18: Recommendation to direct City Manager to work with the Economic Development Department and relevant City Departments to explore the feasibility of expanding economic opportunities including but not limited to sidewalk vending.

Item #18: Recommendation to receive and file a presentation from the Department of Health and Human Services with updates on the Safe Passage Program.

Item #29: Recommendation to declare ordinance amending Title 9 in the Long Beach Municipal Code by adding Chapter 9.33 relating to City Library Rules, and adding Sections 9.33.010, 9.33.020, 9.33.030, all relating to the City Library Rules.

Summary of Previous City Council Meeting

On Tuesday, March 12, the City Council heard several contract approvals. To view these items, please follow this link.

The comment period for the Zone In: City Core specific plan just opened. This plan will update zoning regulations to support the development of 3,000 new housing units and a greater mix of uses, particularly along commercial corridors in the area, including Anaheim Street and Pacific Coast Highway. This specific plan is between Pacific Coast Highway, 10th Street, Magnolia, and Ximeno Avenues. Follow this link to view the proposed plan. Please send any feedback to Felice.Anaya@longbeach.gov.

All City Council, Committee, and Commission agendas can be found here.

News & Resources

District 3 Virtual Town Hall

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm on Thursday, March 21, via Microsoft Teams

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Bryant Neighborhood Association

Do you live in this area? Find out here.

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Spring Break Road Closure on Bay Shore

9:00 am - 5:00 pm from April 1 to April 5

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District 3 Blood Drive

American Red Cross

Pledge

Women's History Month

Mayoral Inauguration on December 20, 2022

Long Beach history was made by electing a council with a majority of elected women council members!

Business Spotlight

Prism Boutique

Prism Boutique, located at the intersection of 4th and Termino, offers a diverse selection of clothing and gifts. Drop by to browse or say hello!

Past Community Events & Meetings

Jefferson Middle School

Community Forum

I was so happy to talk with the Jefferson Leadership Academy students and parents who had great questions about how the Long Beach City government is run. I look forward to many more Q & A sessions with Jefferson Leadership Academy students! Thank you to history teachers Mr. Ferren and Mr. Harper for inviting me to speak with your students.

Visit Long Beach

George's Greek Cafe with Nicky Clair

Thank you to Visit Long Beach for hosting and spotlighting George’s Greek Cafe and owner, Nicky Clair, for her work and support of Visit Long Beach and the Belmont Shore Business Association.

Police Oversight Commission

Inaugural Meeting in Civic Chambers

Welcome and thank you to our new Director of Police Oversight, Francine Kerridge, and Commissioners. Your work is important to the continued success of Public Safety.

Director Francine Kerridge

Chair Charlie Parkin

Vice Chair Dr. Naida Tushnet

Commissioner Gus Orozco

Commissioner Otieno Okatch

Commissioner Dr. Tiffany Brown

Commissioner Michael Soto