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Stay informed Click here to view in your browser. Welcome to our City Newsletter! Greetings! In this issue we have important data to share from our 2024 Homeless Point in Time Count results, our street count of people experiencing homelessness in Long Beach, which took place on Jan. 25, 2024. For the first time since 2017, the City has reported an overall decrease in homelessness. The City continues to make homelessness a priority. We still have work ahead of us, and we have included resources and important information below for people experiencing homelessness. Earlier this week we honored our fallen Police and Fire Department employees at the annual Police and Fire Memorial Ceremony. A longstanding tradition for the Police and Fire Departments, the ceremony was held at the Police and Fire Memorial monument in the Civic Center Plaza and paid tribute to the 29 police employees and 14 firefighters who lost their lives in service to the Long Beach community. Help us keep Long Beach clean by participating in our first Long Beach Citywide Spring Cleaning, a new month-long initiative that will help beautify our beaches, parks and public spaces through a series of hosted community cleanup events. Scroll down to get more information on resources, job openings, events and more. Long Beach Reports First Decrease in Homelessness Since 2017 Earlier this week we released findings of the 2024 Homeless Point in Time Count identifying 3,376 people experiencing homelessness in January 2024, compared with 3,447 people in 2023. This number signifies a 2.1% decrease from last year—the first time the City has reported an overall decrease in homelessness since 2017. After the homeless population in Long Beach jumped significantly following the COVID-19 pandemic, the City proclaimed a local emergency to strengthen the City’s preparedness and ability to respond. The emergency, which was in place from Jan. 10, 2023, through Feb. 28, 2024, put into place policies and programs that provided immediate assistance and laid the groundwork for positive long-term outcomes.  Click here Participate in Long Beach's Donation Drive to Support People Experiencing Homelessness We are still hosting our donation drive to collect a variety of essential physical items to provide to community members experiencing homelessness. We encourage everyone who is able to join the effort by donating needed items. Read more Annual Police and Fire Memorial Ceremony This week Mayor Rex Richardson, Police Chief Wally Hebeish, Fire Chief Dennis Buchanan and other City of Long Beach leaders honored the 29 police employees and 14 firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. The annual memorial ceremony included the posting of the colors, flag presentation, and a “Last Alarm” tribute. Watch Livestream Long Beach Officials Launch New Citywide Spring Cleaning Initiative ICYMI: We launched our very first Long Beach Citywide Spring Cleaning, a new month-long initiative that will help beautify our beaches, parks and public spaces through a series of hosted community cleanup events. The goal is to activate and uplift neighborhoods throughout Long Beach by encouraging community members to participate in and/or host a cleanup. To participate in a neighborhood clean up or to organize your own, visit longbeach.gov/springcleaning. Click here Long Beach Rides into National Bike Month This May This May for National Bike Month we are hosting several events and workshops for the community. Residents are encouraged to participate in bike-specific events like the Long Beach Loop Bike Ride, commute by bike using the dedicated bike-friendly infrastructure, or participate in a self-guided challenge such as the online24 for ‘24 Bike Month Challenge. Community members who participate in any Bike Month event, activity or online challenge throughout May will receive a commemorative 2024 Bike Month embroidered patch or vinyl sticker! Click here Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine to Offer a Variety of Recreation Classes This Summer Registration for new and existing recreation classes offered by our Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine begins Monday, May 6. Summer is quickly approaching and PRM is offering over 700 activities taking place throughout the city and catering to all ages. From preschool to adults ages 50+, residents can enjoy classes in art, music, nature, fitness, special interest subjects, adult sports leagues, aquatics and more all summer long. Click here Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine to Celebrate Older American’s Month During May During the month of May, adults ages 50+ can enjoy a wide range of events and activities taking place throughout Long Beach, including art workshops, basketball and swimming competitions, field trips, enrichment activities, dinner and dance, job fairs, and a talent show. Pre-registration is required for the following activities, as space is limited Click here Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine to Offer Summer Day Camps for Youth, June 17 through August 23 Our Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) will offer Summer Aquatics and Park Day Camps from June 17 through August 23, 2024. Registration is open now online at LBParks.org. Youth ages 5 to 12 will enjoy games, crafts, physical fitness, enrichment activities and more. Summer Park Camps will operate Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., for those enrolled in extended care. The weekly cost is $100 for regular day and $125 for extended care. Click here Official City of Long Beach Statement Regarding Public Health Emergency in Response to Local Tuberculosis Outbreak; Risk to Population at Large Remains Low On May 2, 2024, City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis declared a local public health emergency to strengthen the City’s preparedness and ability to respond to a localized tuberculosis outbreak. This declaration will be considered for ratification by the Long Beach City Council on Tuesday, May 7. Click here City of Long Beach Launches Sensory Area for Everyone Vehicle Our Department of Health and Human Services , in partnership with KultureCity, has launched a new mobile sensory service, the Sensory Area for Everyone (S.A.F.E.) vehicle. This new resource, which is the first City vehicle of its kind, will serve as a sensory relief room for community members who may seek immediate comfort in high-stress or noisy environments, such as community events or emergency situations. The vehicle made its debut at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach on April 19-21, where it welcomed over 2,200 visitors seeking sensory relief and education about this new resource. Click here City of Long Beach Launches Level Up LB: Extreme Small Business Makeover and Grant Program The City of Long Beach launched applications for the Level Up LB: Extreme Small Business Makeover and Grant program, a new program designed to propel small businesses towards success and sustainability. This initiative offers entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to connect with essential business support resources and undergo comprehensive workshops aimed at crafting new business and marketing plans. The program will assist 25 small business owners with support services, workshops and $10,000 in grant funding to take their small business to the next level. Click here Long Beach Officials Celebrate Grand Opening of New North Long Beach Higher Education Center The City of Long Beach, in partnership with Long Beach City College (LBCC), celebrated the grand opening of the North Long Beach Higher Education Center (Center) with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, open house and mural dedication. The Center will serve to increase access to higher education, job training, and technology and business resources for the North Long Beach community. Click here City of Long Beach Launches Sidewalk to Success Program to Support Business Development The City of Long Beach, through the Long Beach Recovery Act, is funding a sidewalk vending support program, “Sidewalk to Success,” to help ease the financial burden for small businesses in the first year of the City’s recently approved Sidewalk Vending Ordinance currently in effect. Read more Long Beach Expands First Time Homebuyer Assistance The City of Long Beach has expanded the City’s First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program that now enables income-eligible residents citywide to apply and increases the grant amount from $20,000 up to $25,000. The expansion of this program, which is for first-time, first-generation homebuyers, is intended to enable more Long Beach residents to qualify and receive assistance to purchase their first home in the city. Click here Long Beach Gives 2024 Application and Registration is Open! All nonprofits serving Long Beach are encouraged to apply through May 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM. Eligibility requirements and additional information available at longbeachgives.org. We'd love for you to be a part of this year's campaign! Click here 41st Annual Long Beach Pride Parade to Livestream on NBC4 and Telemundo 52 The City of Long Beach is proud to announce that NBC4 and Telemundo 52 will return as media partners for the 41st Annual Long Beach Pride Parade, taking place Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 10 a.m. Audiences can tune-in to special coverage on parade day on nbcla.com, telemundo52.com, on the free NBCLA and Telemundo 52 mobile apps and on the stations’ free 24/7 local news streaming channels NBC Los Angeles News, Telemundo Noticias California. Click here Experience the Magic of Pink Floyd with Brit Floyd at Long Beach Terrace Theater Join us on June 13, 2024, for a mesmerizing evening at the Long Beach Terrace Theater as Brit Floyd brings their spectacular P-U-L-S-E World Tour to our city. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Pink Floyd's iconic album 'The Division Bell,' this tribute show promises a journey through the greatest hits that have captivated audiences worldwide. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this musical extravaganza— tickets are available on Ticketmaster.com. Click here Sesame Street Live Comes to Long Beach! Mark your calendars for June 14-15, 2024, and prepare to be delighted as Sesame Street Live! Say Hello visits the Long Beach Terrace Theater. Featuring beloved characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Abby Cadabby, this brand-new interactive production is perfect for family fun. Secure your seats today for a magical adventure with the Sesame Street gang. Click here Laugh Out Loud with Jo Koy at the Long Beach Terrace Theater Jo Koy has just announced his world tour, with a stop at the Long Beach Terrace Theater! Get ready for a night of hilarity on December 7, 2024, as the renowned comedian Jo Koy takes the stage at the Long Beach Terrace Theater with his latest tour, JUST BEING KOY. Known for his vibrant stand-up performances that brilliantly capture the essence of modern family life, Jo Koy's show is sure to leave you in stitches. Tickets go on sale Thursday, May 9 at 12pm, so head over to Ticketmaster to grab yours now and join us for an unforgettable evening of comedy. Click here Dark Harbor Returns to the Queen Mary This Fall Dark Harbor: The Spirits Rise will transform the Queen Mary and its surrounding harbor into a massive Halloween festival featuring haunted mazes, live entertainment, themed bars and lounges, experiences on-board the ship, and festive eats and treats. This year’s event will honor the legacy of Dark Harbor’s past with the return of well-known icons like the Captain, Ringmaster, Scary Mary and other fan favorites, while also embracing many new surprises. Dark Harbor will run select nights from Friday, Sept. 20 through Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Event updates and announcements will be revealed later this summer at darkharborhalloween.com. Click here The Queen Mary in Long Beach Debuts First-Ever Summer Event Series The Nation’s most historic maritime icon, The RMS Queen Mary in Long Beach, is proud to announce its inaugural Summer Event Series, happening now through June 2024. Packed with an exciting array of entertainment from captivating monthly Movie Nights to the Night Market, refreshing Margaritas on the Mary, and more, The Queen Mary's Summer Event Series promises to be a highlight of the season in Southern California. Click here Supper Club aboard the Queen Mary Step back into the glamorous era of 1955, where Bobby Darin and Frank Sinatra reigned supreme and Supper Clubs were the talk of the town! Indulge in a dinner-and-show experience as you sway to the sounds of a 7-piece band and dance the night away. Join us on Thursday, May 16th, at 6PM for an unforgettable evening of nostalgia. For just $159, enjoy a delectable 3-course meal and the show of a lifetime! Special offer for locals: Use promo code LOCAL20 and receive 20% off your ticket price. Don't miss out on this swinging deal! Reserve your seat today. Click here Businesses and Nonprofits Can Access Free Support from Youth this Summer! At no cost to the business, Pacific Gateway trains youth workers and pays their wages and workers compensation. Businesses and nonprofits can access free support while giving youth and young adults a valuable work experience. 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