Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

January 7, 2021 at 8:40 PM

A Long Beach vaccination update

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

January 7, 2021 at 1:14 AM

An Attack on Our Democracy

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

January 6, 2021 at 1:21 AM

Join Us: 2021 State of the City

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

January 1, 2021 at 12:55 AM

Community Hospital Approved to Open

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

December 30, 2020 at 9:25 PM

City Workers on the Frontline

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

December 22, 2020 at 10:23 PM

The Biggest Threat We Face

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

December 18, 2020 at 9:31 PM

An Emotional Day

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

December 17, 2020 at 9:21 PM

Vaccines Have Arrived

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

December 10, 2020 at 9:01 PM

Our Long Beach Vaccination Plan

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

December 4, 2020 at 4:08 AM

New Regional Approach to Fight COVID

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

December 2, 2020 at 5:47 PM

Lighting Up The Long Beach Holiday Tree Tonight

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

November 25, 2020 at 7:52 PM

A Message From The Heart

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

November 13, 2020 at 7:52 PM

National Model: All City Tests Now Dual COVID-19 & Flu

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We’ve just launched one of the first dual COVID-19 and flu testing operations in the state of California. Everyone who gets tested for COVID-19 at a city-run site will get automatically tested for influenza. This is critical for those worried about their …

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

November 11, 2020 at 11:40 PM

Honoring Our Veterans

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- On Veterans Day and throughout the year, we honor the incredible heroism and sacrifices of those who have served our country. From one proud American, thank you for your service! Veterans contribute so much during their service in the U.S. armed forces, b…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

November 7, 2020 at 5:35 PM

Congrats, President-Elect Biden & VP-Elect Harris!

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- On behalf of the people of Long Beach, I want to congratulate our new President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. We are ready to work with them as one of our nation’s largest American cities. Job number one will be to build a new na…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

November 3, 2020 at 8:06 PM

Voting Safely in Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Our elections team, Office of the City Clerk and public safety personnel have extensively prepared for a safe Election Day today. I’ve reviewed our plans and we are working to ensure that everyone can vote safely and that regardless of outcomes, the city …

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

October 28, 2020 at 6:42 PM

Free Childcare Comes to Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The COVID-19 crisis is hitting working families hard. That’s why today Long Beach is launching a new program to provide free, in-home childcare services to residents impacted by the pandemic. Working families need help and cities across our country need t…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

October 22, 2020 at 5:46 PM

America's Port

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Our Port just had the busiest month and the busiest quarter in its 109-year history, breaking the September record for container traffic as the peak shipping season hits its stride. Even with trade uncertainty and a global recession, the Port continues to…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

October 20, 2020 at 6:04 PM

Governor’s Vaccine Announcement

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Governor Newsom announced yesterday that California will independently review COVID-19 vaccines before distribution. This is absolutely the right approach. Our state is home to the best and the brightest in medicine and innovation. Most experts believe it…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

October 19, 2020 at 3:59 PM

Leading the fight against COVID-19

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Long Beach is leading the way in California on fighting COVID-19 and we've maintained a responsible and steady approach to this health crisis. Since the pandemic began, our city mobilized one of the best city testing operations in the state, with more th…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

October 15, 2020 at 3:15 PM

My Immigrant Story

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- As we close out Hispanic Heritage Month, I want to honor immigrants like my mom who came to the United States in search of the American Dream. When we first arrived, she cleaned homes until she landed a job in a clinic as a medical assistant. For more tha…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

October 11, 2020 at 9:27 PM

National Coming Out Day

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- This is National Coming Out Day and I'm grateful to my family and friends who supported me as I came out a few years after college. The process took many years, but it forced me to evaluate who I was, what my values were, and to confront self-hate that ex…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

October 8, 2020 at 8:44 PM

White House & Senate Need to Pass COVID-19 Stimulus

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We need the White House and Congress to get back to work on negotiating a COVID-19 relief bill that includes funding to cities and states. For months, members of Congress have been working on a bill that would provide millions of relief to places that nee…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

September 25, 2020 at 1:26 AM

California’s Newest Icon

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- On Monday, October 5, we are opening California’s newest icon. Our new international bridge, linking Long Beach to Los Angeles, is a 50-story iconic structure that includes a bike and pedestrian path and incredible lighting features. A huge thank you to a…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

September 22, 2020 at 9:08 PM

A National COVID-19 Testing Model for Immigrants

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- My mom, who passed away from COVID-19, was an immigrant and a health care worker. She knew how hard it was for the undocumented to get medical treatment. They often don’t have access to insurance and fear losing their jobs or being deported. As an immigra…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

September 18, 2020 at 1:46 AM

Thank You Governor, For Signing COVID Bill

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a critical bill into law that ensures protections and sick leave expansion for essential workers impacted by COVID-19. I want to thank the Governor for signing this bill. This legislation was hard-fought by SEIU-UHW,…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

September 10, 2020 at 11:02 PM

An Update on Wildfires

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- I’d like to take a moment to thank the 33 Long Beach firefighters deployed to assist with the fires across the State. Overall, we have more than 14,000 firefighters across California fighting the 2nd, 3rd and 4th largest wildfires in California history a…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

September 9, 2020 at 2:38 AM

Help for Small Businesses and Non-Profits

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Earlier this year, we led a coalition of big city mayors in a tough fight to ensure Long Beach would receive a $40 million relief package funded by the state. We also received $13 million from LA County to assist with our health response. I want to thank…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

September 7, 2020 at 9:31 PM

To All Workers Today, Thank You

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- On Labor Day we honor and celebrate the contributions of hardworking men and women fighting for better working conditions and social and economic rights that strengthen our nation. Thank you to those who power our local economy and the steps they have ta…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

September 3, 2020 at 3:33 PM

Salons and Barbershops Can Reopen

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The data shows Long Beach is once again stepping up to the challenge COVID-19 has put before us—and doing the right thing. We are getting better at wearing our face coverings and making better decisions about who we see and how we distance around other p…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

August 26, 2020 at 7:59 PM

100 Years of Women's Suffrage

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Starting in Seneca Falls in 1948, women fought for and won the right to vote 100 years ago today. We invite you to celebrate this historic milestone by joining women across our community in celebrating and marching for women. Our local Long Beach Silent …

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

August 14, 2020 at 5:21 PM

An Update on COVID-19 in Long Beach

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Our COVID-19 positivity rate is the percentage of people who test for the virus and come back positive. It’s an important way to track community spread and it’s telling us our actions are working—and we have to stay vigilant and keep it up. Back in mid-J…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

August 10, 2020 at 6:18 PM

Statement from Mayor Garcia

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- We are incredibly saddened to share that my stepfather, Greg O’Donnell, has passed away due to complications from COVID-19. It’s a heartbreaking loss for our entire family, especially for my brother Jake. Greg was a kind and good-hearted man, an amazing …

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

August 7, 2020 at 10:10 PM

Free PPE for Long Beach Businesses

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Long Beach small businesses and up to 5,000 employees can receive free face coverings, face shields and hand sanitizer through a new multi-agency effort. This personal protective equipment (PPE) has been made available to Long Beach small businesses thro…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

August 6, 2020 at 4:20 AM

New Rebuild Long Beach Small Business Grants

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- On the evening of May 31st, numerous small businesses were vandalized and damaged across our city. I promised we would work to support every business that was looted or needed assistance. While the city provided numerous emergency grants and loans to sma…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 31, 2020 at 8:50 PM

Thank you

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Earlier this week I shared that my mother, Gaby O’Donnell, passed away due to complications from COVID-19. She was 61 years old. I’d like to thank everyone who has reached out to me and my family to express their condolences. Your cards, notes and messag…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 27, 2020 at 11:57 PM

Statement from Mayor Garcia

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- It is with deep sadness that I share that my mother, Gaby O’Donnell, has passed away due to complications from COVID-19. My brother and I are heartbroken. Our mother was the kindest and most compassionate person we’ve ever known. She immigrated from Peru…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 24, 2020 at 11:56 PM

Here’s How We Stop COVID-19

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Our COVID-19 positivity rate is the percentage of people who test for the virus who come back positive. At our highest point a couple of weeks ago, the Long Beach seven day average more than 15%, then we dropped to 14%, and now we are at 13%. This is sti…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 23, 2020 at 7:10 PM

All Healthcare Facilities Will Have Testing

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City of Long Beach has issued a Health Order that will provide access to COVID-19 diagnostic testing at all healthcare facilities throughout the City.  Long Beach is committed to reducing the spread of COVID-19 and will continue to do everything we c…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 19, 2020 at 6:08 PM

Thank You

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- This Sunday morning, I’ve been reflecting on the tremendous outpouring of kindness, love, and prayers from all of you for my mother and stepfather. Your notes and messages this week have been a huge source of strength for my brother and our family. The n…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 17, 2020 at 3:45 PM

Long Beach Boosting Testing Capacity

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Testing is critical to preventing the spread of COVID-19. Long Beach continues to offer free testing for residents during this time, and asks everyone do their part to keep themselves, their families, the community and especially our healthcare workers s…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 14, 2020 at 10:46 PM

LBUSD to Start School Year Online Only

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- A message from the Long Beach Unified School District: When the new school year resumes on Sept. 1, classes in the Long Beach Unified School District will remain entirely online, at least through Oct. 5, due to the recent spike in coronavirus cases in So…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 14, 2020 at 1:03 AM

Governor Closes Additional Indoor Operations

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Governor Newsom and the State of California have announced additional closures to indoor operations in many counties, including all Southern California counties. Governor Newsom is making additional statewide closures to protect public health, and we sup…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 13, 2020 at 7:06 PM

A Message About My Family

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The COVID-19 health crisis is impacting our country, our city, and my family. Both my mother and my stepfather tested positive recently, and both are now hospitalized and on ventilators. My mom is a healthcare worker. She’s worked in the same clinic for …

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 11, 2020 at 12:16 AM

Feeding Those In Need

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Many Long Beach residents are struggling with food insecurity right now. With unemployment hitting every community in America, it’s crucial we support our most vulnerable neighbors. To help those in need, we are hosting a Drive-Thru Food Giveaway on Frid…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 7, 2020 at 3:15 PM

We Fought For And Got $53 Million In COVID Relief

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Over the last few weeks, we led a coalition of big city mayors in a tough fight to ensure Long Beach would receive a $40 million relief package funded by the state. The funds are earmarked to assist residents and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 healt…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 4, 2020 at 6:07 PM

Compassion & Justice

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- I’ve always said one of the best days of my life was when I became an American. I’m a citizen by choice, not birth—and it’s a privilege my family had to fight and struggle for. I’ve always loved our country and feel a deep sense of gratitude for all it h…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 2, 2020 at 7:45 PM

More Help for Renters

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- The City today announced that application forms and program materials are available for a newly launched rental assistance program that will help provide relief to qualified tenants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program was unanimously approved …

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

July 2, 2020 at 1:46 AM

Governor Announces More Closures

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the mandatory closure of indoor dining rooms and indoor museum spaces in Los Angeles County in order to limit the spread of COVID-19. Restaurants may operate for outdoor dining, pick-up and delivery only.…

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  Mayor Robert Garcia · [email protected]

June 30, 2020 at 11:00 PM

More Health Investments

NationBuilder Dear Friend -- Yesterday, as part of our efforts to address both the ongoing health crisis and long standing issues of racial equity, I announced two new funds to support people in our community. Both funds will start with one million dollars each, through funding our …

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