In an effort to accommodate lower-income residents, the city is in the process of enforcing a policy that requires buildings to designate a certain percentage of units for affordable housing.
Tag: Long Beach City Council
Long Beach City Council unanimously recognizes Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month
During Tuesday’s meeting, councilmembers voted to approve the recognition and celebration of the AAPI community during the month of May.
Long Beach City Council approves health strategic plan, moves forward with tree replacement program
Councilmembers came to a unanimous vote in approving the strategic five-year plan for citywide health improvement and an eco-friendly tree replacing motive.
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.
Community rallies against proposed plans for migrant child shelter
As the Long Beach City Council debates on whether the city will house a migrant detention center, demonstrators gathered to make demands of their elected officials.
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 unanimously in favor of building Latinx cultural district
The Long Beach City Council voted 9-0 on the El Mercado de Long Beach proposal in order to help the local economy in underrepresented areas.
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.