Councilwoman Schipske is pleased to announce that Public Works has contracted with the California Professional Engineering, Inc., to furnish and install new traffic signal equipment at many 5th District locations.
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October 21’s Coffee with the Commander moved to its next rotation at Grounds. The meeting was well attended; about 30 residents attended and enjoyed mango and raspberry smoothies served up by Regina Walter, Grounds' proprietor.
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Councilwoman Schipske and OCTA will host a public meeting on Nov. 5th to discuss the West County Connectors Project and the impacts to the Long Beach area.
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The City of Long Beach will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the Rosie the Riveter Park and Interpretive Center, on Monday, October 26, at 10 am at the park site at Conant Street and Clark Avenue (adjacent to Fire Station 19).
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Join Councilwoman Schipske and Commander Renaud at Grounds Bakery on Oct. 21st, 6:00 pm.
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Send your letter or e-mail today! Don't let the City of Downey beat Long Beach.
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Mayor Foster and City Manager West have proposed the closure of Fire Station 18 during the day. Read three important things you can do to help stop this closure.
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Youth and Councilwoman to Work on Sprucing Up Our Parks
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Councilwoman Schipske is holding a meeting on Wednesday, June 10th, 6:00 p.m., at DeMille Middle School to discuss the status of Long Beach Unified School District's plans to convert the middle school into a vocational high school.
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Councilwoman Schipske issued a statement opposing the City of Hawaiian Gardens' proposal to extend 226th Street westward to connect with Pioneer Boulevard. A community meeting will be held on Thursday, June 11th, 6:00 p.m. at Newcomb Academy.
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With temperatures rising and the summer months approaching, outdoor activities including water recreation activities will begin to increase. The Long Beach Fire and Lifeguard Departments encourage residents to practice safety in and around water to prevent drowning and injuries from occurring.
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Councilwoman Schipske has extended the deadline for donations in order to give all residents of Long Beach an opportunity to participate in this wonderful project that touches the lives of mothers and babies in need of assistance throughout the City of Long Beach. The Community Baby Shower that will take place on May 20th.
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Councilwoman Schipske re-launched a district-based effort to raise funds that would help Ruth Bach and El Dorado Branch Libraries purchase additional books and materials.
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Sean Hitchcock, the owner of 6400 Loynes Drive, came to the City today with an emergency permit issued by the California Coastal Commission for the Loynes site. The emergency permit authorizes the import of 1000 cubic yards of dirt to cap any exposed landfill property, per the orders from the California Integrated Waste Management Board.
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Councilwoman Schipske and the 5th District Lakes, Ponds and Wetlands Taskforce invite you to participate in the second El Dorado Park Lake Clean-Up Day on Saturday, April 4, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Because the US Postal Services is "facing one of the most difficult challenges in its history," it is looking to "realign its processing and delivery network to match its resources with mail volume....Consolidating some postal operations only makes logical business sense given the economic realities. It would be fiscally irresponsible not to do so."
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Join Councilwoman Schipske on Thursday, February 25th, at 7:00pm for the next Lakes, Ponds, and Wetlands Taskforce meeting.
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Join Councilman Schipske in forming a Task Force on Establishing a Library Special District and Assessment on Thursday, February 5th.
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"Questions to be Raised at Hearing on Commercial Vehicles/Trucks"
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"DeMille Conversion to High School Post-poned for Year"
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The City Council Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure will meet in Council chambers on Monday, February 2 at 5:30 pm.
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Councilwoman Schipske received great economic news from City Manager Pat West about the coming improvements to the Long Beach Towne Center in the 5th District.
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Learn how to access Long Beach Police Department crime reports for each neighborhood
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The Long Beach City Council yesterday took a historic vote by agreeing for the first time against going into a scheduled closed session.
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You're invited to attend on Thursday, January 15th, at 7:00 p.m.
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Do you, or does someone you know, need help getting prescription drugs? Then go online to a website put together by Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske which links residents to programs that provide prescription drugs for those who can't afford them.
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Please join us on January 7 at 7:00 p.m. for our first meeting of the new year. We will be making plans for 2009 and discussing an update to the Duck Patrol Activity Book.
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The taskforce will hold a special meeting on Monday, November 17, from 6 - 7pm, to discuss the serious issue of discarded fishing lines and hooks.
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Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske and the 5th District Duck Patrol invite you to join area youth to educate the community about the harm that feeding wild ducks causes.
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The public is invited to view designs and hear updates about the El Dorado Nature Center Stream Restoration Project at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5 at the El Dorado Nature Center Museum, 7550 E. Spring Street in Long Beach.
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The City of Long Beach is seeking volunteers to participate on the Citizen Technology Advisory Committee. Individuals with experience in the technology field are encouraged to participate.
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Councilwoman Schipske and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine would like to inform you of Halloween activities being conducted at 5th District parks.
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Join Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. for a fun-filled evening and learn about Pacific marine life.
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First Lady Maria Shriver Invited Author Schipske to Sign - "Rosie the Riveter in Long Beach" from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
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The workshop begins at 6:30 p.m. and will provide a brief overview of the Breakwater study, and feature small breakout group discussions based on each participant's interests.
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The current financial crisis has gotten all of us a little spooked. Please plan on attending the Wednesday, October 29th, at 7:30 a.m. for the next Wake Up Long Beach! breakfast to discuss what lies ahead.
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Join Councilwoman Schipske at this annual event filled with booths, displays, music, food, activities for kids plus the presentation of the 5th District Good Neighbor Awards to those youth, adults and organizations that have been 'Good Neighbors' in the past year.
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Join Councilwoman Schipske at Ground's Bakery and Cafe on September 8, 2008, 5:00 p.m.
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Please join Councilwoman Schipske for the next meeting of the Lakes, Ponds, and Wetland's Taskforce on Wednesday, August 27th, at 7pm.
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Purchase and donate a red Kong Classic chew toy or make a monetary contribution to the Friends of Long Beach Animals.
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Join the 2nd Annual Plane Pull Event on Saturday, August 16th, to benefit Special Olympics!
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L.B.:Residents are urged to track animal sightings.
By Brenda Duran, Staff Writer
Article Launched: 08/18/2008 11:03:33 PM PDT
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Councilwoman Schipske invites you to join her for breakfast and a lively round-table discussion on the expected impact of the City's proposed budget.
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Councilwoman Schipske encourages residents to attend public hearings on the proposed City budget.
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Please join us at 7:00 p.m. at the Parks, Recreation and Marine Department, 2760 N. Studebaker.
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Schipske Calls for Package of Fiscal Accountability Charter Reform Proposals Says: "Constituents Want Reform If We Are Going to Impose a Parcel Tax"
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In an effort to bring everything together, we're going to combine the next Good Neighbor Network meeting with the Cup with the Commander.
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The movie and popcorn are FREE! Movies begin at dusk. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, picnic style dinner & the whole family!
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Join Councilwoman Schipske in supporting 5th district resident Jaclyn Casem so she can attend the Presidential Youth Inaugural Conference in January 2009!
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Councilwoman Schipske and the 5th District Lakes, Ponds and Wetlands Task Force invite you to participate in the first El Dorado Lake Clean Up Day on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at El Dorado Lake Area III from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske today announced that Mental Health America of Los Angeles is willing not to locate its proposed program to serve the homeless who are in need of mental health services at the location of Burnett and Grand, behind the City’s Department of Health and Human Services.
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The June 5th Rosie the Riveter Task Force meeting has been postponed, awaiting a rendering from a landscape architect.
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Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske asks City Manager Pat West to develop a traffic plan that protects pedestrians attending Long Beach area farmers’ markets.
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Councilwoman Schipske invites all youth in Long Beach to participate in the first tree inventory on Saturday, May 31st, 11:00 a.m.
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Councilwoman Schipske requests reassessment of whether or not the appropriate "inflator" was used to increase the "oil production tax" passed by voters as Prop H last May 2007.
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In her continuous effort to keep constituents and Long Beach residents informed, Councilwoman Schipske will host a Community Meeting on Monday, June 2, 2008 at 6:30 p.m.
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Come have a cup of coffee with Councilwoman Schipske and the Police Department's East Division Commander Cynthia Renaud on Wednesday, May 21st, at 6:00 p.m.
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Join Councilwoman Schipske on May 28th at 7:00 p.m. at the El Dorado Branch Library.
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Councilwoman Schipske and her Solar Energy Task Force are proud to host their first conference and tour on Saturday, May 3, 2008.
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Councilwoman Schipske invites you to join her on May 10th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm to pay tribute to the women who served on the home front during World War II at the Long Beach Douglas Aircraft Plant.
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Councilwoman Schipske cordially invites everyone to help raise money for Ruth Bach and El Dorado Public Library throughout the month of April.
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The Long Beach Police Department is seeking volunteers who wish to make a difference.
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Fifth District Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske cordially invites you to the Tree Lighting and Movie in the Park Holiday Event on Sunday, December 9, 2007 at 4:30 p.m. at El Dorado Park West between Spring Street and Willow Street in front of the El Dorado Community Center. Admission is free.
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Fifth District Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske cordially invites you to the Second Annual Tree Lighting and Movie in the Park Holiday Event on Saturday, December 8, 2007 at 4:30 p.m. at Heartwell Park between Clark Ave. and Bellflower Blvd. Admission is free.
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The holiday season is one of more customers, longer hours, new employees, and higher revenue for businesses. We hope that the these tips from the Long Beach Police department can deter crime from your business during this busy shopping season.
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The City of Long Beach's Human Dignity Program invites members of the public to attend the monthly meeting of the Long Beach Youth and Gang Violence Prevention Task Force.
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Councilwoman Schipske and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine once again would like to invite you to attend the 5th District Halloween Carnivals being conducted throughout the 5th District on Halloween Night.
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If you lost power during the recent electrical outage, you may be able to file a claim for property damage.
( SCE Claim Form )
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In celebration of the Long Beach Search and Rescue Unit's 45th Anniversary, the Unit will be holding an open house with special presentations and awards. The event will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 15th.
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Long Beach is accepting applications for City commissions, committees, and boards for terms beginning August/September 2007. Citizens are urged to apply.
Click here to find descriptions of the commissions, instructions for applying, and a list of the vacancies.
( Commission Vacancies )
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If you know a resident or an organization that makes exceptional contributions to the 5th District neighborhoods, honor them with a nomination for the 5th District Good Neighbor Awards.
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Is there a problem property in your neighborhood?
A workshop will be held on July 23 to inform residents about Code Enforcement tools and other city resources to address problems in your neighborhood.
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Residents are urged to immediately reduce the amount of water used on landscaping, to eliminate all water runoff from property, and take other water saving measures. Thank you for doing your part. For more tips on water conservation, click here.
To get a free low-flow showerhead, please call or stop by the neighborhood office.
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There's Nothing Cool, or Legal, about Fireworks in Long Beach
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To emphasize the importance of destroying personal information in reducing the risk of identity theft, the Long Beach Police Department is hosting its first "Shred-A-Thon" on June 16th. Identity Theft is the fastest growing crime in the United States and Long Beach residents are encouraged to reduce the risk of becoming a victim by bringing up to 5 boxes of personal documents for free shredding.
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Director of Financial Management, Mike Killebrew, and Director of Public Works, Christine Andersen, will be at the June 14th Meeting to discuss various budget related issues.
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Are you tired of junk mail and companies littering your property with business cards and flyers? The Environmental Service Bureau has Junk Mail Reduction Kits and "No Advertisements" Signs & Door Hangers to help cut down on all the litter. To receive these free resources, contact the Neighborhood Office - 570-3102.
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Recycle your old, bald, and flat tires at the Environmental Services Bureau -- 2929 East Willow St. No rims, businesses and a 5 tire limit per automobile please.
Saturday, May 19th
9am - 2pm
Funded by a grant from the California Integrated Waste Management Board. Visit www.longbeach-recycles.org.
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El Dorado and Ruth Bach Libaries had their hours restored to their 2003 service levels. El Dorado had two days restored to be open Monday - Saturday. Ruth Bach had one day restored to be open Tuesday - Saturday.
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Are you a Long Beach youth looking for a job?
Employment and training opportunities for youth, ages 14-24, will be available at the Third Annual Summer Opportunities Youth Fair, on May 30, 2:00 to 6:00 pm, at the Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.
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Long Beach offers a number of discounts on utilities to low-income seniors and disabled residents.
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The owners of small businesses located in the 5th City Council District are invited to join Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske for the second meeting of the 5th District Small Business Advisory Council. The meeting will be held on Thursday, March 8 at 5:30 pm at the El Dorado Library, 2900 Studebaker Road.
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A free Houshold Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Roundup is scheduled to take place in Long Beach on March 31, 2007 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Veteran's Stadium.
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Looking for a convenient list of phone numbers for elected officials, City Departments and Services, Long Beach attractions, shopping areas, and fun facts about Long Beach?
The Facts at a Glance Brochure contains all that information and is available online. If you would like a hard copy, please contact the Neighborhood Office - 570-3102.
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Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske will be attending the Wednesday, March 7th Neighborhood Association Meeting. It starts at 7:00 PM at the Helen Keller School Auditorium, on the corner of Karen and Brittain. Click here to find out more about the El Dorado Park West Neighborhood Association.
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City Hall and Non-Essential Services will be closed on Monday, February 19, in honor of President's Day
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A member of the LBPD Air Support Unit will be the guest speaker at our next Community Crime Prevention Meeting. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to learn about the Police Department's latest tools in the fight against crime.
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Councilwoman Schipske will hold the First Annual "State of the Fifth District" on Monday, Feb. 12 at 7pm at the Long Beach Water Treatment Plant.
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Imagine what Long Beach will be like in 2030. You have the opportunity to make Long Beach one great city by participating in the Long Beach 2030 Plan. The Long Beach 2030 Plan is the process to update the City’s General Plan, a comprehensive, long-term plan that creates a vision for the future of our great city.
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Small Business Owners in the 5th District are invited to join Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske for the first meeting of the 5th District Small Business Advisory Council on Thursday, February 1 at 5:30 pm.
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This year, recycling and refuse collection will be delayed one day during the weeks of December 25 and January 1. Monday collection will occur on Tuesday ending with Friday collection on Saturday for both weeks.
Street Sweeping/Parking Control Division will not operate on Monday, December 25 or Monday, January 1. Street sweeping will continue on the regular-posted street sweeping schedule for the remainder of both weeks.
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The Long Beach Police Department is asking the public to be cautious when contacted by individuals who are seeking donations. Our department has encountered at least two separate incidents where a group of juveniles were asking for illegitimate monetary donations to support a high school sports team.
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The holiday season is upon us once again. The Long Beach Police Department would like everyone to take extra precautions while out shopping, and also around your home or business during this festive time of year. Here are a few easy to follow tips that may prevent you from becoming a victim.
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This quarterly bulletin is compiled by your community planner as a forum to update citizens on new developments and neighborhood issues as a way of keeping citizens involved in the planning process.
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October marks the beginning of flu season, and local public health officials are urging residents at high risk for complications from the flu to get a flu shot at a City clinic. The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services will begin providing flu shots to high-risk residents in the late October through November.
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Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske is establishing a 5th District Infrastructure Advisory Council, as a means to give neighbors an opportunity to learn about, and be involved in the process related to infrastructure improvements.
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Approximately 18,000 residential and commercial services accounts will receive new carts. Carts are being replaced because they have exceeded their lifespan of seven to ten years, as many of the carts have been in service since 1990. The exchange program will continue through October 12.
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Come and learn about the Long Beach Police Department's Community Criminal Apprehension Team, also known as "C-CAT". C-CAT is a dedicated team of officers that is responsible for bringing many violent offenders to justice.
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Skylinks at Long Beach Golf Course will host the First Annual Long Beach Mayor's Trophy Charity Golf Tournament on Friday, August 18, 2006. This event benefits the Long Beach Junior Golf Program and will serve as one of the first public appearances for the newly eledted Mayor of Long Beach. For more information on reservations and tournament details, please click more below.
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The Youth Council is a way for students to becoming involved and participating in local politics, while meeting their High School community service requirement.
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