Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 16, 2020 at 2:36 AM

City Takes Action for Economic Relief

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Yesterday, the Long Beach City Council unanimously adopted 25 individual actions related to a historic local Economic Relief Package designed to help working families and small business owners impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.   I’m proud that this eco…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 15, 2020 at 11:02 PM

New Health Order Further Protects Older Adults

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach issued a new health order today that requires long-term care facilities to institute a range of protocols to slow the spread of COVID-19, including a tightening of visitation policies, mandating face coverings and requiring daily …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 14, 2020 at 9:41 PM

Governor Newsom Outlines Framework to Reopen Economy

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Earlier today, Governor Gavin Newsom provided an excellent framework for reopening the economy. We are working in partnership with the Governor and his office. Long Beach will work closely with the state and our decisions will be based on science and dat…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 13, 2020 at 7:03 PM

$1 Million Raised for Coronavirus Relief Fund

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach, in partnership with the Long Beach Community Foundation, has raised more than $1,000,000 from members of the community, businesses and family foundations to address coronavirus-related issues in Long Beach. Approximately half of …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 10, 2020 at 11:42 PM

Important Updates to Stay at Home Order until May 15

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach today issued an amendment to the existing “Safer at Home” Order, in an effort to further reduce the spread of COVID-19 and mitigate the impact on delivery of critical healthcare services to those in need. The amendment provides ad…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 10, 2020 at 8:54 PM

Long Beach Parks Closed this Sunday

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine will close all parks, including open spaces, on Sunday, April 12, to prevent the spread of COVID-19. City sports facilities and beaches were closed last month in accordance with the “Safer at Hom…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 10, 2020 at 1:41 AM

National Guard Humanitarian Assistance in Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Earlier today, the California National Guard approved the City of Long Beach’s request to provide logistical support for humanitarian assistance related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Fifty members of the National Guard 315th Company are expected to arrive i…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 10, 2020 at 1:03 AM

PPE’s, Face Coverings & Masks

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach has developed a system to connect providers with personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as a way for people to donate goods and services and access to facial coverings through an online exchange platform. So many folks in Lo…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 9, 2020 at 6:13 PM

New Long Beach Schools Superintendent selected

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- I want to congratulate Dr. Jill Baker on being selected as the next Superintendent of Long Beach Schools. The Long Beach Unified School District Board could not have picked a stronger advocate for students and families. Dr. Baker knows our school system…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 9, 2020 at 4:17 AM

Update on Hospital Capacity and Supplies

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We want to provide an update on current hospital capacity as we enter these critical weeks ahead. We are closely monitoring our hospital bed capacity and doing everything we can to expand it. We are fortunate to have robust partnerships with several Lon…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 8, 2020 at 12:12 AM

COVID-19 Community Update

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We are saddened today to report Long Beach had three additional deaths related to COVID-19, bringing our total to six. All three were in their 80s with underlying health conditions. Our love and prayers go out to their families and friends. These losses …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 7, 2020 at 5:00 AM

Rapid Assessment Clinic and New Drive-Through Testing Site

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Today, the City of Long Beach launched a Rapid Assessment Clinic to provide medical assistance to people who might otherwise feel compelled to visit an emergency room for their medical conditions. This new Rapid Assessment Clinic will serve our community…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 5, 2020 at 6:43 PM

Shelter Cats and Dogs Find Homes During COVID-19 Pandemic

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Rufus is a happy, handsome 8-year-old Pit Bull-Shar Pei mix who loves to give high fives with his paws. After over eight months at Long Beach Animal Care Services (ACS), Rufus is now one of 69 other dogs and 103 cats recently adopted or fostered into hom…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 4, 2020 at 10:47 PM

Wearing masks in public

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach has released guidance and information on the CDC recommendation for wearing face coverings to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Read the guidance here: Even if you are not showing symptoms, you could be carrying COVID-19 and …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 4, 2020 at 3:41 PM

How You Can Help

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- I’m so inspired by the many individuals and businesses who have reached out and offered their help and support during these challenging times. One of the most important things we can do right now is to support and take care of each other. While in-person…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 4, 2020 at 3:38 AM

Expanding Hospital Beds Across Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We are doing everything we can to prepare for the patient surge in our hospitals in the weeks ahead. Below is a snapshot of the work and the details of our plan: Hospital Surge Snapshot: - 5 local LBC hospitals preparing for surge. - 3 expanded hospital …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 4, 2020 at 12:22 AM

Update on Response to COVID-19

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- As promised, I'm sharing the latest data on the coronavirus in Long Beach. Please remember how important it is to physically distance. That's the only way we can slow these new cases. 171 positive results, including approximately 40* cases where people…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 3, 2020 at 12:17 AM

Long Beach Opens 4th Shelter

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Today, the City of Long Beach opened our 4th shelter for people experiencing homelessness at Martin Luther King Jr. Park (King Park), located at 1950 Lemon Ave., as part of our ongoing efforts to provide additional shelter to those most vulnerable during…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 2, 2020 at 10:23 PM

More Data on COVID-19 in Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Throughout this crisis it’s been important to be transparent and honest about the facts on the ground as they relate to COVID-19. Access to solid up-to-date information is crucial right now and we will continue to share what we know with all of you as so…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 2, 2020 at 1:16 AM

Long Beach Schools closed through academic year

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- A message from Long Beach Unified School District: The closure of all schools in the Long Beach Unified School District will extend through the end of the academic year, or June 11, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. School had been tentatively sch…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 1, 2020 at 8:50 PM

Be Counted During this Crisis

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- I know we are experiencing an enormous health crisis, but I want to ask you to focus on another important issue today - The 2020 Census. I want to encourage everyone to complete the census for your household if you haven’t already. You can do that at www…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

April 1, 2020 at 2:14 AM

Launching Work Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach has launched a program that matches people who are unemployed or underemployed with potential employers. The online platform, hosted by Pacific Gateway and called “Work Long Beach,” allows individuals to offer a full range of skill…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 31, 2020 at 11:59 PM

COVID-19 Testing in Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach is providing an overview of COVID-19 testing protocols as part of its ongoing commitment to keep our community well-informed and safe. Long Beach by the numbers: To date, Long Beach Health Department and their private laboratory…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 30, 2020 at 9:52 PM

Virgin Orbit to build ventilators in Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- A message from Virgin Orbit: Virgin Orbit has developed a new mass-producible bridge ventilator to help in the fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Virgin Orbit team has been consulting with the Bridge Ventilator Consortium (BVC), led …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 29, 2020 at 12:36 AM

3 City Shelters for People Experiencing Homelessness

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We have opened a new temporary housing shelter at Silverado Park, located at 1545 W. 31st St., to provide additional temporary housing to persons experiencing homelessness in the City during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This expands on the shelter capa…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 28, 2020 at 4:53 AM

Beaches Closed Through May 1

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- To reduce the risk of community spread of COVID-19 and help maintain the safety of residents, the City of Long Beach is announcing the temporary closure of beaches in alignment with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health order issued today…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 28, 2020 at 1:28 AM

We're suspending street sweeping citations till May 1st, and more free parking lots

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- In continuing efforts to mitigate parking impacts caused by COVID-19, the City of Long Beach is adding more free alternative off-street parking options for residents. Residents can apply online for free parking and passes will be issued on a first come f…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 27, 2020 at 8:42 PM

Long Beach Police Officer Tests Positive for COVID-19

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Yesterday the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) was notified that a police officer has tested positive for COVID-19. The total number of confirmed Long Beach cases is 70. The officer involved is a Long Beach resident and his case is included in the upd…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 27, 2020 at 6:57 PM

USNS Mercy Hospital Ship Arrives

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Today the USNS Mercy, the 1000 bed Navy Hospital Ship pictured below, docks in our neighboring Port of Los Angeles. The ship will be a lifeline for local hospitals, including here in Long Beach, freeing up space by serving patients who do not have COVID-…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 26, 2020 at 3:49 PM

Eviction Relief for Renters

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- A new emergency ordinance, effective now, temporarily halts evictions for residential and commercial tenants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as part of a comprehensive rental relief package unanimously approved Tuesday night by the City Council. We’re…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 26, 2020 at 12:40 AM

Eight Long Beach Firefighters Test Positive for COVID-19

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Late last night, eight Long Beach Fire Department firefighters tested positive for COVID-19. Our love, support, and prayers are with them, their families, friends and the entire Long Beach Fire Department. All eight of the infected firefighters are in st…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 24, 2020 at 9:28 PM

Closing Parking Lots for Beaches and Parks

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Access is now closed to Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier, the El Dorado Nature Center and parking lots at City-owned parks and beaches through April 19 to prevent large groups of people from congregating in public spaces, in accordance with the latest clar…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 24, 2020 at 12:28 AM

First Passing due to COVID-19

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Unfortunately we have had our first death related to COVID-19. She was in her 50s and had pre-existing medical conditions. Our love, support, and prayers go out to her family and her loved ones. We now have 21 positive cases, four of which have fully rec…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 22, 2020 at 11:18 PM

Closing Sports Facilities at Parks and Beaches

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- In accordance with the state’s “Stay at Home” order and the City’s local “Safer at Home”order, the City of Long Beach is confirming the closure of sports facilities in Long Beach parks and beaches and asking the community to not gather in open spaces thr…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 22, 2020 at 1:12 AM

Street Parking Relief & Citation Plan

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- In an effort to mitigate parking impacts to residents caused by COVID-19 in the most parking-impacted areas of Long Beach, the City of Long Beach will be providing free alternative off-street parking options and increasing on-street parking meter courtes…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 21, 2020 at 8:44 PM

Long Beach Job Center here to help

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The WorkPlace job center (4811 Airport Plaza Dr., Ste. 120) will remain open to assist Long Beach families, workers and small businesses affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Our job center is here to assist Long Beach residents file for unemployment, and o…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 21, 2020 at 2:17 AM

More Info on Safer at Home Order

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We are working with the State to provide additional clarity and guidance to their “Safer at Home” order and to align our local Long Beach order. Among other things, this update clarifies that barber shops, hair and nail salons are non-essential businesse…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 20, 2020 at 11:38 PM

Long Beach Unified to remain closed through May 3rd

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- A message from LBUSD: The closure of all Long Beach Unified School District Schools will extend through at least May 3 due to the ongoing coronavirus situation. Schools had originally been scheduled to reopen as soon as April 20. Schools may reopen on …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 20, 2020 at 2:32 AM

Long Beach and State issue new Safer at Home orders

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Beginning at midnight tonight, Long Beach is implementing our Safer at Home health order that further restricts and limits gathering among people to slow the spread of COVID-19. This new order will continue until Tuesday, April 19, unless otherwise speci…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 19, 2020 at 1:00 AM

Long Beach Launches Coronavirus Relief Fund

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach, in partnership with the Long Beach Community Foundation, proudly announces the activation of the Long Beach Coronavirus Relief Fund. Financial contributions can be made to assist members of the local community who have been critic…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 18, 2020 at 10:10 PM

Eviction Moratorium and Economic Assistance

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Yesterday, the Long Beach City Council unanimously voted to direct City staff to develop an economic resiliency program which would assist Long Beach families, workers and small businesses affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. This public health emergency i…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 17, 2020 at 3:00 PM

Closure Guidance for Bars, Restaurants, Gyms and more

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Yesterday evening, the City of Long Beach took steps to close more businesses to the public as measures to mitigate community spread of COVID-19. It’s important to follow Governor Newsom and the state’s guidelines as they relate to bars, restaurants, gym…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 17, 2020 at 3:51 AM

No Street Sweeping Tickets This Week

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020, the City of Long Beach will temporarily suspend issuing street sweeping parking citations this week through Friday, March 20, 2020. All other parking enforcement, including enforcement for metered parking and red, white …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 16, 2020 at 5:46 PM

Protecting People Experiencing Homelessness from COVID-19

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach is taking new measures to protect people experiencing homelessness, and those who provide services to them, from the ongoing spread of COVID-19, otherwise known as coronavirus disease. Protecting and supporting people experiencing …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 16, 2020 at 2:37 AM

State and City Issue Guidance on Bar Closures and Restaurants

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- To minimize community spread of COVID-19 and protect vulnerable residents, the Long Beach Health Department supports the Governor’s guidance issued tonight related to the closure of bars, nightclubs, breweries and wineries, and limits on occupancy for re…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 15, 2020 at 2:19 AM

A Major Shift for City Hall, Libraries, and Community Centers

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Tonight we are announcing a major shift in our city's operations as we continue to address the COVID-19 health crisis. Starting Monday, many city facilities, including City Hall, libraries, and community centers, will begin closing to the public. I will …

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 14, 2020 at 11:06 PM

5th Case of COVID-19 is First Community Spread Case

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- This is an important update from the City of Long Beach ---- The City of Long Beach is reporting a new case of COVID-19, otherwise known as coronavirus, in an adult woman who did not have known exposure to an individual with the virus or travel to an are…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 14, 2020 at 8:02 PM

Free Meals for Children During School Closure

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- This is an important update from Long Beach Unified School District ---- As previously reported, the Long Beach Unified School District will close schools beginning Monday, March 16. School will resume Monday, April 20. This closure is an extra precautio…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 14, 2020 at 12:38 AM

Watch our Coronavirus Community Briefing

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- I hope you will watch today’s community briefing where we gave more details about the Long Beach Unified School District’s closure plans and an overall update about COVID-19 in the City of Long Beach. I was joined by LBUSD Superintendent Chris Steinhause…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia

  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

March 13, 2020 at 5:36 PM

All Long Beach Unified Schools to Close March 16

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- This is an important message from Long Beach Unified School District. ---- All LBUSD schools to close March 16 and resume April 20 After careful deliberation, the Long Beach Unified School District has decided to close schools beginning Monday, March 16.…

See More from Mayor Robert Garcia