Council approves permits and contracts including entertainment permits and homelessness services On Feb. 10 the council approved entertainment permits for two local businesses and awarded contracts for lead remediation, interim housing operations and reentry/substance-use services, while public comment repeatedly urged keeping spending local and pressing the city on ICE-related concerns.

Long Beach City Council just approved new entertainment permits and multi-million dollar contracts aimed at tackling homelessness and improving community health services!

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Long Beach opens 78-room interim shelter at 5950, city cites gains in shelter capacity Long Beach officials on Nov. 13 opened an interim shelter at 5950 in North Long Beach, converted from a former motel under Project Homekey. The 78 upgraded rooms (12 accessible) will offer case management, three meals a day, pet accommodations and 24-hour on-site staffing, with intake expected mid next month.

Long Beach has transformed a former nuisance motel into a 78-room interim shelter, providing a safe haven for those experiencing homelessness with vital support services.

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Long Beach launches $16M upstream LB plan to combat homelessness and support vulnerable populations Long Beach introduces upstream LB plan targeting youth, seniors, and vulnerable communities with $16 million.

Long Beach is revolutionizing the fight against homelessness with a $16 million plan that prioritizes prevention for youth, seniors, and vulnerable communities.

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Long Beach officials outline collaborative strategy to tackle homelessness and enhance housing City departments coordinate to improve homelessness services and increase affordable housing units.

Long Beach is taking bold steps to combat homelessness with a comprehensive citywide strategy that prioritizes prevention and affordable housing.

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Long Beach expands homeless shelter options with new Project Roomkey facility Long Beach opens non congregate shelter for vulnerable populations as part of broader encampment strategy.

Long Beach is transforming the fight against homelessness by converting hotels into safe havens for the most vulnerable, with plans for even more shelter options on the horizon.

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Long Beach reports 167 wildfire-related displacements amid rising homelessness crisis Long Beach identifies 167 displaced individuals linked to recent wildfires and homelessness rise.

Long Beach faces a growing homelessness crisis, with 167 individuals displaced by wildfires contributing to a staggering 6.5% increase in those without homes.

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Long Beach City initiates new homeless encampment resolution targeting LA Riverbed Long Beach plans to provide non congregate shelter and permanent housing solutions for the homeless.

Long Beach is taking bold steps to combat homelessness with new initiatives, including converting hotels into shelters and launching targeted programs for vulnerable populations.

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City public works enhances homeless shelter infrastructure to combat homelessness crisis Public works builds shelters and improves public spaces, significantly reducing encampments citywide.

Long Beach is making strides in the fight against homelessness, with significant reductions in encampments and a commitment to expanding shelter infrastructure.

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Residents demand permanent housing solutions during Long Beach council meeting Community members urge Long Beach Council to address homelessness and local nuisance properties.

Long Beach residents are rallying for permanent housing solutions and innovative strategies to tackle homelessness and community safety issues.

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Long Beach conducts annual homeless count with 300 community volunteers Health department coordinates vital survey to assess homelessness resources across Long Beach

Long Beach's annual homeless count mobilized over 300 volunteers, shining a light on the urgent need for community support and effective resource allocation.

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Long Beach council faces public outcry over homeless support and federal funding concerns Public comments raise concerns over homelessness, federal funding, and council transparency in Long Beach.

The Long Beach City Council's recent meeting erupted in public outcry as residents demanded accountability for homelessness support and transparency in federal funding.

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