| Vol. 03 | Issue 10 |
| March 8, 2025 | | |
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Hello Kristina,
Join us for the District 3 Townhall on March 19! I’ll share updates followed by a discussion with 911 and non-emergency Dispatch from the Department of Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Communications and our East Division Police Commander. Please come to learn more about Dispatch: when to call and what kind of response you can expect. I look forward to seeing you there!
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to join the many volunteers who came together for Make a Difference Day. This was a wonderful annual event that showed the power of community and volunteerism. Thank you to everyone who took part in making a positive impact.
A friendly reminder, it is time to submit nominations for this year's Veterans Banner Program, an initiative honoring the brave men and women from our community who have served our country.
Lastly, Fire Station #14 is celebrating its grand reopening with an open house from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Saturday, March 15. Join us to see the improvements at the station and meet your local firefighters!
As always, the District 3 team and I are here to help. You can reach us at District3@longbeach.gov or (562) 570-6300.
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Kristina Duggan
Councilmember | District 3
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Upcoming City Council Meeting Highlight | |
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On Tuesday, March 11, the City Council will hold a Prop 218 hearing to consider a two-step solid waste rate increase to implement the state-mandated Organic Waste Collection program and to account for rising costs of services. Learn more here.
On Tuesday, March 11, the City Council will hear the following items of interest:
Item #13: Authorize City Manager to approve a fee waiver for the Western Flyer Foundation, in an amount not to exceed $400, for use of 80 linear feet of dock space in Alamitos Bay Marina for mooring on March 21 through 23, 2025. The Western Flyer is best known as the fishing boat chartered by John Steinbeck and marine biologist Ed Ricketts for their 1940 expedition to the Sea of Cortez. It will be docked in Alamitos Bay for public viewing!
Item #19: Authorize City Manager to execute all necessary documents with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to accept and expend grant funding in the amount of $11,051,738 for the Encampment Resolution Funding Program to support addressing homelessness along the Los Angeles River.
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Summary of Previous City Council Meeting | |
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On Tuesday, March 4, the City Council heard the following items of interest:
Item #29: Request City Manager, Community Development Department, and Health Department to partner with LACAHSA and LA County in developing a shallow subsidy program for vulnerable seniors and expanding the city's First-time Homebuyer Assistance Program, include recommendations in the City's ongoing budget development process to ensure support for these housing first strategies, and refer to the Housing and Public Health Committee for input and discussion. This item passed unanimously.
Item #30: Request City Attorney to prepare ordinance amending the Long Beach Municipal Code (LBMC), Chapter 16.43, to increase the purposes for violations of the Airport Noise Compatibility Ordinance and to update outdated references. This item passed unanimously.
Item #32: Receive and file the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY 24) Year-End Budget Performance Report and increase appropriations in several funds across several departments for various purposes to reflect final expenditures. This item passed unanimously. This approval allocates $250,000 for Neighborhood Traffic Safety projects, a request made by Councilmember Duggan during the budget process.
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Make A Difference Day 2025 | Last weekend, volunteers from Temple Israel, Belmont Heights Community Association, and Belmont Heights United Methodist Church came together to complete projects for Make a Difference Day for the Long Beach community. Projects included assembling hygiene kits (led by my Chief of Staff, Nick Kaspar), packing backpacks with school supplies, and more. It was a wonderful reminder of the power of coming together to make a positive impact. |
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District 3 Townhall with Dispatch and the
LBPD East Division Commander
| I hope you can attend my first Townhall of 2025! Join us at Recreation Park Community Center on March 19, 2025, from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Hear from Councilmember Duggan, Long Beach Transit, Long Beach Police Department East Division Commander, Public Works, and 911 and non-emergency Dispatch from Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Communications. |
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Long Beach Fire Department Badge Ceremony | It was an honor to attend the Long Beach Fire Department Badge Ceremony to celebrate the dedicated men and women who have recently earned promotions. Their hard work, leadership, and commitment to keeping our community safe do not go unnoticed. Congratulations to all! |
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2025 City of Long Beach Verterans Banner Program | Nominate a local veteran for the 2025 Veterans Banner Program! Up to 60 veterans will be honored with banners displayed across Long Beach. Submit your nomination by March 31, 2025. |
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Read Across America Celebration at Lowell Elementary School | It was a joy to see the young readers of Lowell Elementary so engaged and excited about books! I had the chance to read Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss, with the students. Thank you to the incredible educators and staff who make reading fun and accessible for our kids every day. |
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Ximeno Safety Improvements Community Meeting | We recently held a meeting to gather community feedback on the $2.2 million Ximeno Safety Improvement Project which was recently paused because of many questions by the community. Residents shared their concerns and opinions, and we are working closely with Public Works to evaluate the input received and explore potential solutions. |
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Are You Ready for Rainy Weather? | With the recent rain in the forecast, now is the time to prepare! Avoid driving through flooded streets, slow down at intersections, and stay aware of utility workers on the road. Be sure to secure personal property, bring pets indoors, and have an emergency plan in place. To find the nearest Long Beach sand and sandbag distribution location in your area, visit Long Beach Be Storm Ready. Stay safe and stay prepared! |
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International Women's Day at Roger's Middle School | I was honored to be invited to speak to the young women at Roger's Middle School along with Miss Ligaya. Kelsey and AvaLynne did a great job organizing the event for International Women's Day. Thank you for the invite! |
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Kahakai Women’s Team Races to World Championships | |
The Long Beach Kahakai Outrigger Canoe Club’s women’s team is making history, earning a spot at the World Distance Championships in Brazil this August after a dominant win at the USA Nationals in Marina del Rey. Finishing nearly four minutes ahead of the competition, the team showcased incredible strength and teamwork. Founded in 1989, Kahakai continues to be a powerhouse in outrigger racing, representing Long Beach on the world stage.
Fun fact: Half of the six-person crew—Ashley Richardson Deppe, Cat Bell Dorman, and Christy Smitheran—live in District 3!
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Live at the Shell 2025 Event Schedule
Check it out!
| Live at The Shell is a non-profit group working to bring live music back to the historic Bandshell in East Long Beach. They want to support local talent, get youth involved, and raise money to fix and take care of the Bandshell for years to come. |
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Women's Shelter of Long Beach - Opportunity Drawing | |
The Women's Shelter of Long Beach is hosting an opportunity drawing to win a Grand Prix VIP Experience Giveaway.
Winning the premium package for the 50th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach will include:
- Two 3-Day Reserved Seats
- Club 300 Access with live music, food, drinks, and big-screen viewing
- Exclusive Pace Car Ride on the racetrack
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Upcoming Gas Meter Replacement at Alamitos Energy Facility | |
SoCalGas will be conducting a scheduled gas meter replacement at the Alamitos Energy Facility, located at 690 N. Studebaker Road. The existing meter has lived its expected lifetime, and replacement will ensure safety and reliability of continued operations.
Scheduled Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
SoCalGas expects to recover most of the gas in the pipeline, and very minimal gas will be vented. There are no anticipated disruptions to service. For any questions or further information, please contact SoCalGas at (800) 427-2200.
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Navigating the Menopause Maze
Saturday, March 8
9:00am to 2:30pm
Recreation Park Community Center
4900 East 7th Street, Long Beach
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A Conversation with Comic Artist Marinaomi
Monday, March 10
4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Michelle Obama Library
5870 Atlantic Ave.
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Assistance League Long Beach Open House
Thursday, March 13
10:00 am to 12:00 pm OR
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
6220 E Spring Street
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Red Cross Blood Drive at ICONIX Fitness
Friday, March 14
11:30 am to 5:00 pm
4101 E Olympic Plaza
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Grand Reopening of Fire Station 14
Sunday, March 15
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fire Station 14
5200 E. Eliot St.
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4GIRLS Empowerment Conference 2025
Saturday & Sunday, March 15 - 16
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Long Beach City College
4035 Clark Ave.
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Cadets Tryout for
Junior Lifeguards
Sunday, March 16
1:00 pm Check-in
Lifeguard Beach Operations
2100 E Ocean Blvd
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Long Beach City College:
State of the College 2025
Saturday, March 20
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Liberal Arts Campus
4901 E Carson Street
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Los Cerritos Wetlands Public Workshop
Saturday, March 22
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
State Lands Parcel (click "State Lands Location" to open the exact location on maps)
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Via Zaferia
Saturday, March 22
3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Zaferia District
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Download the Go Long Beach App
The Go Long Beach App is an easy way to report issues and request services.
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