5th District Office

Next CD5 Community Meeting | Oct. 29

Save the date! Our next District 5 Community Meeting is being held on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at 6pm at the Expo Arts Center (4321 Atlantic Ave.). This time, we will be joined by State representatives Senator Lena Gonzalez and Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal! We hope you will join us to engage in conversation about any news from Sacramento and their offices’ respective goals for the coming year. 

While not required, we ask that those planning to attend to please RSVP to help us prepare the meeting space. We hope to see you there!

Community Blood Drive at Expo Arts Center | Oct. 30

On Friday, Oct. 30th, from 9am – 3pm, you can give back by donating blood at a Blood Drive at the Expo!

This Blood Drive is hosted in partnership with my office, Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk's Office, and Jack & Jill of Greater Long Beach.

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Blood is essential to help patients survive surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. This lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation. You can help the American Red Cross make sure that supply meets demand.

Historical Society of Long Beach

30th Annual Historical Cemetery Tour | Oct 31

This Halloween, the Historical Society of Long Beach (HSLB) invites residents and visitors to spend the day at the 30th Annual Historical Cemetery Tour, on Saturday Oct. 31 from 8:30am – 3pm, at the Municipal and Sunnyside Cemeteries. Join to celebrate 30 years of living history and the remarkable stories that shape our city, as community theater actors in period-appropriate costumes give graveside performances portraying the person lying at rest. It’s a great way to learn about the people who shaped our city’s past, and a great reminder that everyone has a story to tell. The event is an self-guided tour, with performances lasting 10 minutes and repeating every 20 minutes from 9am – 2:40pm. It’s recommended to arrive before noon for the full experience. Visit hslb.org to learn more and get tickets!

Long Beach Fire Department

Grand Opening of the New Fire Station 9!

On Tuesday, Oct. 20, I had the honor of joining the Long Beach Fire Department to celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the new Fire Station 9! This was a meaningful milestone for residents and businesses of the Fifth District, as we welcome the return of the Station 9 crews to Long Beach Blvd. and the heart of the neighborhoods they serve.

The opening of this station represents a significant investment in the health, safety, and wellbeing of our communities, for current and future generations. The technological improvements and modernization will help support our firefighters and first responders as they live, rest, gather, study, and prepare to respond to those in need. The direct access onto Long Beach Blvd., and the inclusion of a new traffic signal, will help support improved responses times and efficiency on calls for service. Additional improvements include upgraded sidewalks, utility infrastructure, and roadway work. Learn more in the recent press release.

While Station 9 most directly serves the surrounding neighborhoods of Los Cerritos, Bixby Knolls, and Cal Heights, we know that the emergency response system is a fluid one, and improvements in one area support the citywide system as a whole. I am grateful to the City teams who brought this project to fruition, and am proud to have been there to welcome Station 9 crews to their new home. I look forward to seeing this station serve our community for generations to come!

Long Beach Police Department

Police Chief Wally Hebeish to Retire

Earlier this week, the City announced the upcoming retirement of Chief of Police Wally Hebeish. Chief Hebeish has served as the City’s 27th Chief of Police since December 2021, overseeing the second largest municipal police agency in LA County. After more than 32 years of service and five years as our Chief of Police, Chief Hebeish’s last day will be Dec. 31, 2026. Learn more about his career and accomplishments in the recent press release.

It has been an honor to work alongside Chief Hebeish in our ongoing pursuit of a safer, stronger Long Beach for all who live, work, and visit. His expertise and guidance have served the department well throughout his tenure, and we look forward to seeing him finish this year off strong. Chief Hebeish will certainly be missed, but please join me in thanking him for his dedicated service and wishing him well as he enters a well-earned retirement!

Office of Climate Action & Sustainability

Municipal Mulch Yard Relocation

The Long Beach Municipal Mulch Yard has been relocated! The new address is 1050 E. Spring St. (between California Ave. and Orange Ave.). Look for the banners and the brand-new Municipal Mulch Yard sign to enter the correct driveway. The Mulch Yard is open daily from 8am – 5pm, and picking up mulch is FREE for anyone, even if you aren’t a Long Beach resident. For more information, visit lbcity.info/mulch. 

Parks, Recreation, & Marine Department

Registration for Winter Recreation Classes Begins Nov. 2

This winter, the Parks, Recreation, & Marine (PRM) Dept. will offer a variety of classes, activities, sports, and leagues for people of all ages, ability, and interest. Registration for new and existing recreation classes begins at 8am on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, and can be accessed

• online by visiting LBParks.org and clicking on Online Registration under the LB RecConnect side menu button;
  
• in person at the Reservation and Registration Office (2760 N. Studebaker Rd.), open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8am – 5pm and Thursday from 1 to 5pm;
  
• or by mail (2760 Studebaker Rd., Long Beach, CA 90815).

Popular classes may fill up quickly, so community members are encouraged to register early to ensure their spot! Learn more about the classes being offered this winter session in the recent press release or at LBParks.org.

City Clerk's Office

In-Person Voting Centers & Ballot Drop Box Locations

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026! Some Vote Centers open beginning this weekend. See below for a list of Vote Centers and Ballot Drop Boxes in the Fifth District. For a complete list of LA County Vote Centers and Drop Boxes, visit lavote.gov. For other Voter Information, visit the Long Beach City Clerk webpage.

11-Day Vote Centers (Oct. 24 – Nov. 2, 10am – 7pm | Nov. 3, 7am – 8pm)

• Wardlow Park Community Center, 3457 Stanbridge Ave., 90808
  

4-Day Vote Centers (Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, 10am – 7pm | Nov. 3, 7am – 8pm)

• Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave., 90807
• Long Beach City College, 4901 E. Carson St., 90808

Ballot Drop Boxes (Open 24/7 | Close Nov. 3 at 8pm)

• Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave., 90807
• Heartwell Park Community Center, 5801 Parkcrest St., 90808
• Wardlow Park Community Center, 3457 Stanbridge Ave., 90808

Long Beach Transit

Complimentary Rides on Election Day, Nov. 3

Long Beach Transit (LBT) encourages voter participation by providing complimentary bus rides on all its routes on Election Day, Nov. 3. Customers will be able to travel to and from vote centers or to drop off ballots aboard LBT all day long. In addition to its regularly scheduled, fixed-route bus service, LBT will also offer complimentary rides for its eligible Dial-A-Lift customers. Dial-A-Lift is LBT’s paratransit service for those with permanent mobility impairments. To plan your trips to the vote centers, visit ridelbt.com/routes.

For more information about LBT’s complimentary Election Day rides, visit: ridelbt.com/long-beach-transit-to-provide-complimentary-rides-on-election-day-november-3/

Mayor's Office

Commission Vacancies, Community Members Encouraged to Apply

Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson is calling on the "Best and Brightest" across the city to apply to serve on City Commissions. Mayor Richardson has made access to these opportunities a priority and is seeking applicants from across the city to help ensure that our Commissions best reflect the communities they serve.

Below are the available Commission vacancies for the next round of appointments next month. Some Commission vacancies require a specific field of expertise, certification, or residential location, while others are “at large,” meaning anyone can apply. Unless otherwise noted, Commissions listed below are filling “at large” positions. If you are interested, please submit your application on the Commissions, Boards, & Committees webpage.

• Airport Advisory Commission (1)
• Board of Health & Human Services (3)
• State Licensed Veterinarian
• State Licensed Pharmacist
• Mental Health Professional
• Climate Resilient & Sustainable City Commission (2)
• District 7 Rep.
• District 9 Rep.
• Commission for Women & Girls (3)
• District 1 Rep.
• District 6 Rep.
• At Large (Youth)
• Commission on Youth & Families (2)
• Cultural Heritage Commission (1)
• Economic Development Commission (1)
• Equity & Human Relations Commission (2)
• District 4 Rep.
• District 6 Rep.
• Homelessness Services Advisory Commission (1)
• District 5 Rep.
• Housing Authority (1)
• Tenant Commissioner
• Marine Advisory (3)
• Planning Commission (1)
• The Long Beach Community Investment Company (1)
• Transaction & Use Tax Citizens’ Advisory Committee (2)
• Transit Board of Directors (2)
• Directorship No. 3
• Directorship No. 4
• Veterans Affairs Commission (1)
• District 4 Rep.