Smart City Initiative

Frequently Asked Questions: Staff

• How do I stay involved?

  Subscribe to the Smart City Newsletter for updates on LB Co-Lab or reach out to LB Co-Lab staff at smartcity@longbeach.gov.

• When is the next opportunity to submit a challenge idea?

  The LB Co-Lab Program staff are currently working on sourcing funding for future LB Co-Lab cohorts. If you have a challenge idea, you may reach out to smartcity@longbeach.gov and we’d be happy to discuss alternative programs.

• My challenge idea wasn’t selected. What resources are available to me?

  1. To continue scoping your challenge, try out Scopey, Stanford's AI-supported scoping tool: Experience a full session by engaging Scopey on a project you think can benefit from design. Scopey will email you a summary once you have completed the conversation.  
  2. If you are ready to explore solutions, Consider tackling this idea on your own! TID has created a DIY Smart City Challenge Quick Start Guide, a step-by-step manual for you to explore and adopt innovation solutions to challenges in your Department: DIY Smart City Challenge Guide; Resources.  
  3. You can also review the Pitch Long Beach! submissions TID has received from vendors. If one catches your eye, reach out to smartcity@longbeach.gov. 

Residents

• How can I stay involved with LB Co-Lab?

  There will be more opportunities for you to participate in LB Co-Lab and shape the neighborhood improvement solutions. Subscribe to the Smart City Newsletter for updates on LB Co-Lab or reach out to LB Co-Lab staff at smartcity@longbeach.gov.

• When is the next opportunity to apply to become an Innovator in Residence?

  The LB Co-Lab Program staff are currently working on sourcing funding for future LB Co-Lab cohorts. We are hopeful that a new cohort will be launched in 2026.

• How can I stay up to date on what you all do?

  Subscribe to the Smart City Newsletter.