Councilmembers came to a unanimous vote in approving the strategic five-year plan for citywide health improvement and an eco-friendly tree replacing motive.
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Long Beach City Council approves using convention center as temporary shelter for migrant children
The council voted unanimously Tuesday evening to approve a proposal that would turn the Long Beach Convention Center into a temporary shelter for unaccompanied migrant children.
Long Beach City Council approves federal bill that includes ‘Medicare for all,’ stricter gun laws
The council’s unanimous vote led to the approval of the Federal Legislative Agenda that supports the “Medicare for All” resolution and other prioritized legislative proposals.
Long Beach City Council unanimously votes to condemn xenophobic acts, hatred toward Asian American and Pacific Islander communities
The 9-0 vote led to approve the resolution in order to stop hateful gestures and to ensure the AAPI feel safe during this challenging time.
Long Beach City Council unanimously authorizes $5 million loan request for Aquarium of the Pacific
As the pandemic continues to financially affect many businesses, the Long Beach City Council voted 9-0 to loan $5 million to the Aquarium of the Pacific.
Long Beach City Council in favor of creating food security plan due to grocery store closures
Councilmembers unanimously voted to establish a Food Security Plan in order to decrease food insecurity within the community.
Long Beach City Council approves Project Labor Agreement to support disadvantaged workers
Councilmembers unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday to establish a 10-year contract between the city and the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council.
Long Beach City Council to aid grocery workers with extra $4 per hour hazard pay, revisit affordable housing initiative
In an unanimous vote, the council has decided to implement hazard pay for employees of grocery chains in Long Beach as they remain at risk of contracting COVID-19 while at work. The council also voted to move forward with an initiative to implement housing in the city for lower-income residents.
Long Beach explores stricter mask enforcement
During its Tuesday meeting, the Long Beach City Council approved a proposal for the city manager to explore better ways to enforce local and statewide mask mandates.
Long Beach City Council proposes new plans to address tenant harassment
The Long Beach City Council approved a new ordinance that would grant renters more legal rights against abuse from landlords.