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2 months ago

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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2 months ago

Votes at a glance: Long Beach City Council actions Feb. 4, 2026 Council carried motions on multiple administrative and policy items including continuation of two Business Improvement District assessments, adoption of the REACT framework, direction to draft an immigration‑accountability resolution, acceptance of the AB 481 military‑equipment report, an ordinance amending code‑enforcement procedures, a dog‑park study, and contract authority for solid‑waste containers. Transcript records 'Motion is carried' for each item; roll‑call tallies were not provided in the public transcript.

The Long Beach City Council made pivotal decisions on everything from parking assessments to immigration accountability at their latest meeting—what does this mean for the community?

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2 months ago

City staff outlines non-emergency response network; council asks for measurable dispatch metrics Long Beach staff presented a catalog of 22 non-emergency response programs and recommended a consolidated public resource; council members pressed for clearer dispatch priorities, response thresholds and a report back with specific metrics and evaluation plans.

Long Beach is reshaping its approach to non-emergency responses, focusing on de-escalation and mental health support—discover how they're planning to enhance community safety and clarity.

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2 months ago

Long Beach council directs wider distribution and workforce analysis after Black community health assessment The City Council voted Feb. 10 to direct the Health & Human Services Department to present the Black Community Health Strengths and Needs Assessment to partner agencies by Dec. 31, 2026, and to compile an internal workforce analysis to identify "employment deserts" and policy recommendations within 120 days.

Long Beach is taking decisive action on its Black Community Health Assessment, aiming for real change in employment and resource access for its residents.

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2 months ago

Long Beach presents annual military‑equipment inventory under AB 481 as residents press for tighter oversight Council received the annual AB 481 military‑equipment inventory and description of intended uses; public commenters raised concerns about acquisitions (less‑lethal projectiles, patrol rifles and ammunition, remote‑operated dive vehicles, armored vehicles) and demanded stricter usage limits and quarterly public reporting. City staff clarified the item is disclosure, not an acquisition vote.

Long Beach residents are raising alarms over the police department's military equipment inventory, demanding transparency and accountability in a city grappling with pressing social issues.

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2 months ago

Long Beach adopts REACT framework to coordinate anti‑trafficking response on Long Beach Boulevard The City Council adopted the REACT strategic framework to coordinate prevention, survivor support, economic investment, advocacy and regional partnership along the North Long Beach Boulevard corridor and directed staff to report back in 45 days on implementation options. The adoption does not authorize new staffing or funding today.

Long Beach City Council has taken a bold step by adopting the REACT framework, aiming to unify efforts against human trafficking and ensure better support for survivors along the Long Beach Boulevard corridor.

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2 months ago

Long Beach council to draft resolution calling for federal immigration accountability, seeks DHS leadership removal The council voted to draft and transmit a resolution urging federal accountability for Department of Homeland Security actions and calling for the resignation or impeachment of DHS Secretary; public comment focused on ICE raids, alleged local collaboration, and demands for concrete local protections and notifications.

Long Beach City Council takes a bold stand, calling for federal immigration accountability and potentially demanding the resignation of the DHS secretary after community outcry over local ICE actions.

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2 months ago

Long Beach launches HUD‑mandated point‑in‑time homeless count; results due in April The City of Long Beach conducted its HUD‑mandated point‑in‑time homeless count on Jan. 22, 2026. City staff said volunteers conducted demographic surveys and visual counts across the city; officials expect cleaned and analyzed results in April 2026.

Long Beach kicks off its annual homeless count, gathering vital data to shape future policies and funding—discover how community volunteers are making a difference!

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2 months ago

Long Beach touts staffing gains and crime declines; expands crisis response and transparency Mayor Rex Richardson and public safety leaders highlighted new police academies, a larger training campus, reduced violent crime statistics for 2025 and an expanded community crisis response, alongside a new public crime dashboard for transparency.

Long Beach is not just adding more officers; it's reshaping public safety with new crisis response teams and impressive crime reductions!

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2 months ago

Long Beach doubles down on prevention with 'Upstream LB' and new youth shelter Mayor Rex Richardson outlined 'Upstream LB,' a prevention-focused homelessness strategy and announced the city's first permanent youth shelter, expanded rental assistance for seniors and investments in legal services and housing programs to stem inflow into homelessness.

Mayor Rex Richardson unveiled 'Upstream LB,' a groundbreaking plan aimed at preventing homelessness before it begins, alongside the city's first permanent youth shelter and expanded support for seniors.

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2 months ago

Long Beach highlights $1B Elevate 2080 plan, port air-quality pact and Los Cerritos wetlands restoration Mayor Rex Richardson described Elevate 2080 — a more-than-$1 billion, 180-project infrastructure plan — and announced a port partnership for zero-emission infrastructure, a trash-capture system at the LA River mouth, and plans to restore 150 acres of Los Cerritos Wetlands.

Mayor Rex Richardson unveiled a groundbreaking $1 billion plan to transform Long Beach's infrastructure and environmental landscape, promising cleaner air and revitalized public spaces for generations to come.

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2 months ago

Long Beach reels in aerospace jobs, Speedo HQ and an 'Accelerate by ’28' jobs pledge Mayor Rex Richardson highlighted continued growth from aerospace and manufacturing investments—VAST, Rocket Lab and others—announced Speedo’s North American headquarters in Long Beach, and unveiled 'Accelerate by ’28' to add 4,000 high-growth jobs by 2028.

Mayor Rex Richardson just unveiled a game-changing plan that could create 8,000 jobs in Long Beach by 2028, with major companies like Speedo and VAST leading the charge!

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3 months ago

Long Beach doubles down on housing and prevention plan, pledges rental support for seniors Mayor Rex Richardson touted approval of more than 5,000 housing units over three years, a youth shelter opening this spring, and a new Upstream LB prevention strategy that includes rental assistance of up to two years for seniors and $2 million for right-to-counsel eviction support.

Long Beach is taking bold steps to prevent homelessness with over 5,000 new housing units, a dedicated youth shelter, and innovative rental assistance programs for seniors.

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3 months ago

Long Beach touts crime declines, strengthens protections for immigrants Mayor Rex Richardson credited a drop in violent crime, described police and fire staffing gains, and said Long Beach has reinforced the Long Beach Values Act and directed $5 million for legal services and housing stability to protect immigrant residents.

Long Beach is celebrating a significant drop in violent crime while enhancing protections for immigrants and investing in community safety.

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3 months ago

Long Beach aims to anchor jobs downtown and expand aerospace presence Mayor Richardson outlined Grow Long Beach and Accelerate by '28 to create thousands of local jobs, highlighted VAST's expansion to a new 76,000-square-foot facility, and announced incentives to attract port-linked employers to downtown.

Long Beach is set to transform its economy with the ambitious "Grow Long Beach" initiative, targeting high-wage jobs and attracting major players like VAST and Rocket Lab.

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3 months ago

Long Beach breaks ground on waterfront amphitheater backed by city, Port and private partners City leaders and private partners marked the groundbreaking for a new waterfront amphitheater in Long Beach, describing a roughly $21 million project they say will be self-supporting and will create jobs, boost tourism and be managed by Legends Global with programming support from Live Nation.

Long Beach is set to unveil a stunning waterfront amphitheater, a $21 million project that promises to boost local culture, create jobs, and bring major concerts to our backyard!

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3 months ago

Long Beach plans waterfront amphitheater, Olympic venues and Belmont Pool rebuild ahead of LA28 Mayor Richardson announced a new waterfront amphitheater opening in June with public-private sponsorship covering more than half the cost, Speedo's North American headquarters, World Cup fan zone funding, and the City Council's Jan. 20 review of the Belmont Pool final plan to complete work by summer 2028.

Long Beach is set to make a splash with a brand new waterfront amphitheater, Speedo's North American HQ, and the revitalization of Belmont Pool—all ahead of the LA28 Olympics!

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3 months ago

Long Beach opens $33.1 million police academy, prepares to train largest recruit class City officials unveiled a state-certified Long Beach Police Academy, a $33.1 million training campus funded by Measure A, and said it will host its first class—'class 100'—in two days; leaders credited recent hiring reforms and new recruitment incentives for staffing gains.

Long Beach has officially opened its $33.1 million state-certified Police Academy, set to train the largest recruit class in history, marking a significant milestone in public safety investment.

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3 months ago

Council approves agreement to restore VIP Records sign, refers 'VIP Records Park' name to committee Council authorized the city to manage refurbishment and public display of the VIP Records sign under a licensing agreement with VIP Records, including a five‑year license and revenue‑share terms; the naming request for 'VIP Records Park' will follow the city’s naming process in the Government Operations & Efficiency Committee.

The Long Beach City Council just took a major step to revive the iconic VIP Records sign and create "VIP Records Park," celebrating a vital piece of local music history!

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3 months ago

Long Beach awards contract for citywide digital kiosk network to Ike Smart City Council approved a contract with Ike Smart City to deploy up to 50 digital kiosks across Long Beach in two phases, with vendor‑funded capital costs and a revenue‑share/minimum guarantee to generate new ongoing city revenue and provide local ad inventory and small‑business discounts.

Long Beach is set to transform its downtown with a new network of digital kiosks that promise to boost city revenue while supporting local businesses!

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3 months ago

Council authorizes 66‑year lease amendment with Long Beach Yacht Club after extended debate over public benefits and worker protections The council approved a fourth amendment to the Long Beach Yacht Club lease, resetting the term to 66 years (effective 1/1/2026) and requiring a minimum $10 million private capital investment and a $200,000 annual base rent (up to 90% eligible for rent offsets tied to agreed community benefits); members and public speakers debated term length, accountability and whether offsets should support wages and benefits for club staff.

Long Beach City Council's recent approval of a 66-year lease with the Yacht Club is sparking heated debates over community benefits and worker protections.

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3 months ago

Long Beach council approves $7.3M increase for waterfront amphitheater; officials say venue will pay back Tidelands fund The City Council voted to add $7.3 million to the Tidelands Fund to cover construction and upgraded equipment for a temporary Long Beach Amphitheater, with staff saying the venue will be repaid from net operating profits and generate broader tourism revenue.

Long Beach just approved a $7.3 million boost for its new amphitheater, promising to attract top artists and revitalize local tourism without costing taxpayers a dime!

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3 months ago

Long Beach officials, rabbis unite at City Hall menorah lighting after overseas attack Mayor Richardson and local rabbis led Long Beach’s annual menorah lighting at City Hall, framed this year by solidarity after a deadly attack in Sydney; speakers thanked first responders, called for denouncing hate speech and lit the menorah in a ceremonial program.

In a powerful display of unity and resilience, Long Beach's annual Hanukkah menorah lighting brought together Mayor Richardson and local rabbis to stand against antisemitism in the wake of recent violence abroad.

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3 months ago

Council reappoints Emily Holman to regional vector-control board The council approved the four-year reappointment of Emily Holman to the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District Board of Trustees beginning Jan. 5, 2026; councilmembers cited her public-health background and CDC experience.

Emily Holman's reappointment to the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District Board is a testament to her extensive public health expertise and dedication to tackling local health crises.

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3 months ago

Council refers 'Green Parkways' plan to committees for study and recommendations Councilmembers unanimously referred a proposal to set new parkway standards that limit artificial turf and impermeable materials to the Climate, Environment and Coastal Protection Committee and the Climate Resilient and Sustainable City Commission for further analysis, incentives and fiscal considerations.

Long Beach is taking a bold step towards sustainability by proposing new parkway standards that could reshape our urban landscapes and combat heat impacts.

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3 months ago

Long Beach honors Port CEO Mario Cordero as he retires after decades of service Mayor Richardson and councilmembers recognized Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero for his leadership on the green port policy, community mitigation grants and for strengthening the port’s role in international trade; Cordero highlighted collaborative achievements and said 2024 moved 9.6 million containers.

Long Beach bids farewell to Port CEO Mario Cordero, whose visionary leadership transformed the port into a model of sustainability and community collaboration.

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3 months ago

Residents urge Long Beach to close ‘substantial remodel’ eviction loophole as winter notices increase Multiple tenants and organizing groups told the council they are facing 30–60 day notices tied to ‘substantial remodel’ claims and called for a moratorium, stronger just-cause protections, independent verification before renovation evictions, guaranteed right of return and higher relocation benefits.

Long Beach renters are raising alarm bells as they're hit with eviction notices disguised as "substantial remodel" claims, demanding urgent action from city officials to protect vulnerable tenants.

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3 months ago

Long Beach approves automated speed-enforcement pilot, citing traffic-safety goals and privacy safeguards Council adopted a five-year automated speed-enforcement pilot under AB 645, approving a systems-use policy and contract; staff outlined 18 pilot locations, estimated five-year costs near $8.97 million, privacy/firewall protections, and a community-warning period before citations begin.

Long Beach City Council just greenlit a groundbreaking automated speed-enforcement pilot that promises to enhance traffic safety while safeguarding your privacy!

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4 months ago

Council backs final enhancements to Long Beach police training academy; additional facilities and remediation planned Council heard a project update on the new Police Training Academy and approved amending the construction contract to add realistic‑use training structures and environmental remediation; staff estimated roughly $11 million in remaining project costs funded by impact fees, forfeiture funds and bonds.

Long Beach is gearing up for a state-of-the-art Police Training Academy, featuring a massive new facility and enhanced training capabilities that promise to reshape law enforcement education.

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4 months ago

City receives preliminary Black Community Health assessment; steering committee to translate findings into action Health and Human Services presented initial findings from a Black Community Health Strengths and Needs Assessment showing housing instability, economic insecurity and mental‑health/violence exposure as top priorities; staff will form a steering committee to co‑create an action plan.

Long Beach residents have spoken: housing instability, economic insecurity, and mental health are urgent priorities that demand action!

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