Long Beach wants to merge its gas and water departments; voters could decide in November
Long Beach officials say that merging the water and sewer services with the gas department could create a more efficient service for residents and ratepayers.
Campaign mailer roils mayoral race with accusations of defunding LBPD
The mailer, which was produced by an independent expenditure committee that has received almost $39,000 from the union representing Long Beach police officers, has drawn a pointed response from Rex Richardson and his backers, who say it misrepresents his position.
Water customers to get additional money back after legal settlement
Officials also made the case Thursday for the City Council to consider a charter amendment to move the gas utility out of the Energy Resources department and into the Water Department’s jurisdiction.
Outdoor watering limited to 2 days as water commission declares new stage of shortage
Outdoor watering will be limited to Tuesdays and Saturdays now that the Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners moved the city into Stage 2 of its water shortage conservation plan.
GARCIA vs. GARCIA
The 2022 election features a rare, intra-party Congressional race between two Democrats who are both 44, Latino and have compelling stories of rising through the ranks from humble beginnings.
In a methodical rise, Robert Garcia has recast himself as a picture-perfect Democrat
The Long Beach mayor has earned himself many allies by letting others claim a share in his vision, often working behind the scenes to arrive at consensus, or, in critics’ eyes, the safest political result.
Long Beach to allow 8 more cannabis dispensaries
All eight of the new licenses will be reserved for “equity” business owners that have lower net worths, whose family has been affected by the war on drugs or who meet other metrics outlined in the city’s cannabis equity program.
Water Commission may issue another $21.8 million in rebates to customers
The Water Department will consider reimbursing another $21.8 million to ratepayers after a judge ruled its practice of transferring excess money to the city’s general fund was unconstitutional.
Councilmember Suzie Price tests positive for COVID-19, pivoting mayoral campaign to virtual venues
The announcement served as a reminder that the pandemic is not over. As of May 6, the city’s case rate and positivity rate—two key indicators of the virus—had more doubled since mid-April.
Long Beach could get 8 new cannabis dispensaries as City Council weighs expansion, tax cuts
The new licenses would be prioritized for applicants who have been shut out of the industry and allow them to operate closer to schools, playgrounds and the city’s beaches.