Mayor Bob Foster and famous motorcycle manufacturer – and Long Beach native – Jesse James yesterday unveiled the Long Beach 2030 Plan Van, a mobile classroom customized by James and his West Coast Choppers shop meant to travel around the city and encourage residents to share their views for the future of Long Beach.
The van, a Ford van sitting on 22” rims and sporting graphics of downtown landmarks on its side, will attend community events such as schools, farmer’s markets, senior centers, parks and parades in order to reach out to the community. The main purpose is to engage and educate residents while asking for feedback about the things that can be done to benefit their lives.
All photos are courtesy of Russell Conroy.
James fields questions next to the Plan Van
Mayor Bob Foster and Vice Mayor Bonnie Lowenthal admire the artwork
James and Mayor Foster introduce the community outreach vehicle
Mayor Foster in front of James’ Cisco Burger – an earth-friendly restaurant
The 2030 Plan Van, in all of its chromed out glory
James, Mayor Foster and Vice Mayor Lowenthal