Public Works

Long Beach Greenbelt Path Repairs Project

   

August 2025 - Renovated walking path

July 2025 - Walking path before

July 2025 - Containment curbs before

August 2025 - Containment curbs after

August 2025 - New bollard

  

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Additional project updates and information will be published on an on-going basis.

Background

The Long Beach Greenbelt Path is located between 7th and 8th Streets, bounded by Bennett and Termino Avenues, is part of the larger Greenbelt between 4th Street and 10th Street called the Pacific Electric Greenbelt. Through the Pacific Electric Right of Way South Master Plan, the former Pacific Electric Red Car rail line was transformed into a recreational space with the Long Beach Greenbelt Path officially opened to the public in 2016.

The Long Beach Greenbelt Path Repairs project is a routine maintenance project that will restore the decomposed granite surface of the walking path that will prevent future erosion, maximizing the lifespan of the path.

This project is part of the Elevate ’28 Infrastructure Investment Plan, a historic initiative dedicated to enhancing Long Beach parks, community facilities, mobility access, and streets. Learn more at lbelevate28.com.

Timeline

Project timeline is set barring weather delays and other unforeseen circumstances.

Objectives

• Restore the pedestrian path to facilitate a safer, more enjoyable walking experience
• Reduce erosion of the walking path surface
• Reestablish the path’s ADA compliance
• Minimize future maintenance and extend the useful life of the path

Proposed Features

• Renovated decomposed granite walking path surface
• New containment curbs to restabilize the pathway
• New bollard at the North entrance of the path at 8th Street and Termino Avenue

Project Funding

Project Updates

August 2025

Construction on the pathway improvements commenced on July 21 and completed on August 22, with Horizons Construction serving as the project's general contractor. Crews excavated along the walking path to install new containment curbs designed to improve the stability and durability of the walking path. The concrete curbs were formed and poured, and the existing bollard was removed and repositioned to accommodate an updated layout. Horizons completed the placement and compaction of the new decomposed granite to improve conditions. The completion of the work provides greater accessibility for the public and reduces maintenance challenges.