Belmont Shore Residents Association

N E W S:

BSRA Online Zoom Meeting
Thursday, October 14
6:00pm - 7:00pm

click here for instructions to join the meeting.

The BSRA is pleased to welcome Paul Van Dyk, a traffic engineer with the Long Beach Public Works Department, and Officer Brendan Murphy of the
Long Beach Police Department to our monthly Belmont Shore Residents Association ZOOM meeting. It will be held this Thursday, October 14th, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Mr. Van Dyk will speak to us about coming reductions in speed limits on Belmont Shore side streets and Ocean Boulevard as well as reductions on the Peninsula and in Marina areas. He will also discuss the methods used to identify the streets chosen for reductions and how appropriate speeds were determined. It is anticipated these new speeds will be in place before the end of the year.

(posted 10/12/21)

- UPDATE -
Proposed 9 Month Extension of Temporary Parklets to June 2022

Long Beach City Council voted on and passed the extension of temporary parklets through June 2022 with an exception for Belmont Shore.

The Shore was excluded from the immediate 9-month extension while Public Works and Councilmember Suzie Price (who represents District 3 where Belmont Shore falls) plan a Public Meeting to address community concerns, like safety compliance, elimination of parking spaces, sidewalk congestion causing accessibility issues for wheelchairs, strollers, etc., and increased bad behavior by intoxicated visitors. “It’s the only business corridor that has numerous homes within just a few feet of businesses,” Councilmember Price said. “The impacts are felt at a much deeper level.” Additionally, a new protest process will be created for residents to report business owners who are not honoring the terms of their approval to operate outdoors.

A date has not yet been announced for the Community Meeting, but once it is, we will post it here. After that, a plan for the Belmont Shore parklets will be readdressed by City Council no later than December 31, 2021.
(posted 9/17/21)

Proposed 9 Month Extension of Temporary Parklets to June 2022

This Tuesday, 9/14/21, the Public Works Department will ask the Long Beach City Council to vote to approve an extension of the “temporary” parklets to June 30, 2022.
The best way to express your opinion is to provide public comment at the City Council meeting as the council deliberates on this issue:

Arrive at City Hall at about 5:00 PM
Park in the public parking structure (332 W. Broadway)
Go to City Council Chambers
Let City Clerk know you would like to sign up for public comment on item #30
Once item is called for discussion, they will introduce public comment and will call on people as it is their turn to speak
You’ll be asked to walk down to the podium to address the Council and will be limited to the amount of time

If you are unable to attend the council meeting, you can still provide input by emailing the Mayor and Council Members directly. Copy and paste the following email addresses into the To Field, note that you are addressing the City Council 9/14/21 Agenda Item #30 (possibly in the Subject Line), and then express your opinion.

mayor@longbeach.gov
district1@longbeach.gov
district2@longbeach.gov
district3@longbeach.gov
district4@longbeach.gov
district5@longbeach.gov
district6@longbeach.gov
district7@longbeach.gov
district8@longbeach.gov
district9@longbeach.gov

(posted 9/11/21)

Check out our Belmont Shore Calendar for details on some upcoming Concerts In The Park at Marine Stadium Park. Additionally, Belmont Shore's Inaugural Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser will happen Wednesday, September 29th from 5-9pm where our local law enforcement officers will serve customers at several participating Belmont Shore restaurants, donating all tips to the Special Olympics Southern California.
For details, click HERE!

(posted 9/9/21)

Hi Folks!
Councilwoman Suzie Price is asking 3rd District residents to join her for a community concert featuring Dustbowl Revival. Pre-concert performances start at 4 PM, and the main event runs from 5 PM - 7 PM. Food trucks, face painters, and organization group booths will be on hand. All of this fun will happen on Sunday, August 1st at Marine Stadium Park.

(posted 7/27/21)

BSRA July
Virtual Meeting
-- City Council Redistricting overview

The BSRA is pleased to welcome
Bradley Bounds II, Long Beach Redistricting Project Specialist to our monthly Belmont Shore Residents Association ZOOM meeting. It will be held Thursday, July 8th, from 6pm-7pm.

The redistricting project will examine the current council districts and could result in changes to current district boundary lines. Mr. Bounds will discuss the 2021 redistricting process, objectives and timeline. He will answer questions you may have.

Additionally Officer Brendan Murphy of the East Division Long Beach Police Department will address Belmont Shore crime and safety trends.

BELMONT SHORE RESIDENTS
ASSOCIATION MEETING
Thursday, July 8
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
via Zoom
Join via this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86868992193...

(posted 7/5/21)

Block your calendar for our next virtual BSRA meeting on Thursday, June 10th!

(posted 5/22/21)

Belmont Shore
Residents Association
APRIL
Virtual Meeting

Please join us virtually this Thursday for our monthly Belmont Shore Residents Association ZOOM meeting.

Our guest speaker will be Jessie Artigue, the new executive director of the Belmont Shore Business Association. A local resident, Artigue has expertise in digital marketing and branding and is a small business advocate.

Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department is also scheduled to attend. He will address Belmont Shore crime and safety trends.

BSRA Zoom Meeting
Thursday, April 8th
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join Zoom Meeting by clicking on link just below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86868992193?pwd=Qk1VQkxFUnovdU5lOWRQRlNSajBtZz09

Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Password: 838037

If you are unable to join the Zoom video, please call either of these numbers to participate:
(669) 900-6833
(408) 638-0968

Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Passcode: 838037

EVERYONE is WELCOME!

(posted 4/7/21)

Belmont Shore
Residents Association
March
Virtual Meeting

Please join us virtually this THURSDAY Night for our monthly BSRA Zoom Meeting!

Thursday, March 11th, from
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Please help us welcome Judeth Luong, Environmental Health Operations Officer for the Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services.
The city of Long Beach has a Noise Control Program to address concerns and enforce the city's Noise Ordinance, since loud neighborhood noise can negatively impact our quality of life. Luong will explain restrictions on commonly occurring noise including leaf blowers and mowers, construction, noisy neighbors and amplified sound from restaurants, bars and special events.

Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department is also scheduled to attend. He will address Belmont Shore crime and safety trends.

Join Zoom Meeting by clicking on link just below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86868992193?pwd=Qk1VQkxFUnovdU5lOWRQRlNSajBtZz09

Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Password: 838037

If you are unable to join the Zoom video, please call either of these numbers to participate:
(669) 900-6833
(408) 638-0968

Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Passcode: 838037

EVERYONE is WELCOME!

(posted 3/9/21)

Belmont Shore
Residents Association
February
Virtual Meeting

Please join us this THURSDAY Night for our monthly BSRA Zoom Meeting!

Thursday, February 11th, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The BSRA is pleased to welcome Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach East Division Police Department as our guest speaker. Officer Murphy will address Belmont Shore crime and safety trends.

Click here to join Thursday's Zoom!
Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Password: 838037

If you are unable to join the Zoom video, please call this number to participate via audio:
(669) 900-6833
(408) 638-0968
Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Passcode: 838037
We're looking forward
to seeing you Thursday!

(posted 2/10/21)

Belmont Shore
Residents Association
November
Virtual Meeting

Please join us this THURSDAY Night
for our monthly BSRA Zoom Meeting!

Thursday, November 12th, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The BSRA is pleased to welcome Third District Councilwoman Suzie Price and Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach East Division Police Department as guest speakers at our monthly Zoom meeting. Councilwoman Price will discuss community issues and initiatives while Officer Murphy will address Belmont Shore crime and safety trends.

Please review the attached Belmont Shore October and September 2020 crime reports. If you have a question or concern about a specific crime(s), please email Officer Murphy at lbpdeast@longbeach.gov by Wednesday, November 11th. Officer Murphy will address that specific crime(s) at our November 12th meeting. When emailing Officer Murphy, please include the DR#, date reported and the address.
Crime Report September 2020
Crime definitions

We're looking forward to seeing you Thursday!

Click here to join Thursday's Zoom!
Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Password: 838037

If you are unable to join the Zoom video, please call this number to participate via audio:
(669) 900-6833
(408) 638-0968
Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Passcode: 838037
(posted 11/9/20)

Join us for our Monthly Zoom Meeting on Thursday, October 8th, 2020 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.

Our guest will be Officer Brendan Murphy from the LBPD East Division. He will discuss the August 2020 Crime Report. If you have any questions regarding the report or other questions for Officer Murphy, please send him an email at lbpdeast@longbeach.gov,
no later than mid-day Wed Oct 7th. Click here for the Aug 2020 Crime Report
We will also discuss local matters, including Auxiliary Dwelling Units (ADUs).

Join the Zoom Meeting, here on Thur, Oct 8th:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86868992193?pwd=Qk1VQkxFUnovdU5lOWRQRlNSajBtZz09

Meeting ID: 868 6899 2193
Password: 838037

If you are unable to join the Zoom video, please call either number below to participate by audio:
(669) 900 6833
or
(408) 638 0968
(posted 9/10/20)

BSRA MEETING
THU SEP 10th, 6-7p

Please join the BSRA for our virtual monthly meeting this
Thursday, September 10th
from 6:00-7:00pm on Zoom.

Our speakers will be Mario Gonzalez, Community Relations manager for the Port of Long Beach, and Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department. Gonzalez will discuss current port projects and initiatives while Murphy will address Belmont Shore
crime and safety.
If you have a question or concern about a specific crime(s), please email Officer Murphy at ‪lbpdeast@longbeach.gov‬ immediately.‬ When emailing Officer Murphy, please include the DR#, date reported, and the address.

Join our meeting by clicking on this link...
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89497245448?pwd=VFRsMWROa2t5ZUo4OW9BRjQ4N2U2UT0

Meeting ID: 894 9724 5448
Passcode: 870921

If you are not able to join us via video, please call in at:
(408) 638-0968
or
(253) 215-8782

(posted 9/10/20)

Please join us for our second virtual ZOOM meeting. It will be one hour long this Thursday, August 13th, from 6-7pm

Officer Brendan Murphy, LBPD, will be with us to review the crime report.
If you have any questions for Officer Murphy, PLEASE email him at lbpdeast@longbeach.gov no later than 11am Thu, Aug 13th. He needs to research in order to answer our questions. Thank you!
A representative from Councilwoman Suzie Price's office will join to give us a briefing on the 3rd District and Long Beach news, challenges, COVID-19-related issues, and other topics that affect all of us in our community.
Let's come together to talk with Officer Murphy, the 3rd District, and each other to see if there are any positive actions we can all take.
Please see below for the links to the meeting.
We look forward to seeing & hearing you on Zoom this Thursday, August 13th from ‪6-7 p.m.‬!
Be safe, Your BSRA Board

To Join the Zoom Meeting, using your cellular phone, tablet, or computer, simply click on this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82956304094?pwd=MEhDUXV3SmkvK2lvUlFQRnhVU0pldz09

Meeting ID: 829 5630 4094
Passcode: 896252

If you are unable to join the Zoom video, you can still join us via audio by calling in on one of these phone numbers:
‪1-669-900-6833‬
1-408-638-0968‬
(posted 8/12/20)

Virtual
2nd Street

A New Way to Shop Local
In this new era of socially distanced shopping, Belmont Shore wishes to offer a better way to support local businesses from the comfort and safety of your home.
Check out Belmont Shore's shops, restaurants, and services HERE on Virtual 2nd Street!
(posted 7/28/20)

You want to put your two cents in on the city 2021 budget?

Here's your chance!

Click the link below to fill out this very quick and easy survey from the City of Long Beach. They want their citizens' input on the budget for fiscal year 2021. So let's all step up. It'll take just a few minutes.

http://www.longbeach.gov/pages/city-news/fiscal-year-2021-proposed-budget/
(posted 7/10/20)

A BIG HUGE THANK YOU to Officer Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department (CA), Dede Rossi from the Belmont Shore Business Association, and Gabriela Yates from our 3rd District Councilwoman Suzie Price's office, who all spoke tonight at our virtual Belmont Shore Residents Association meeting on Zoom.

It was GREAT to see all of you and our wonderful members and guests who were able to join! As usual we learned a lot from all of you and appreciate your time with us!!

Everyone take care, be safe, stay home when you can, wear a mask, and we'll see you soon!
(posted 7/9/20)

Please join us this week for our first BSRA ZOOM meeting. It will be held this Thursday, July 9th, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

We thought we would try something new this month. We are having a one hour Zoom meeting on our regular meeting night. The links to our abbreviated meeting are listed below.

Officer Brendan Murphy, LBPD, will be with us to review the May crime report. In the month of May, 71 crimes were reported in the Belmont Shore area including arson, prostitution, four aggravated assaults, twelve burglaries and four narcotics crimes.

Dede Rossi, executive director of the Belmont Shore Business Association, will join to give us an update on the Second Street businesses, successes and challenges and what we can do to help our commercial neighbors.

Issues related to COVID-19, politics, the economy, the racial justice protests, and most recently the fireworks-explosions in our community have affected all of us. Let's come together to talk with Officer Murphy, Dede Rossi and each others to see if there are any positive actions we can all take. The links to the meeting are below.

We look forward to seeing & hearing you on Zoom this Thursday, July 9th from ‪6-7 p.m.‬!

Be safe, Your BSRA Board

To Join Zoom Meeting, using your cel phone, tablet, or computer, simply click on this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82416872715?pwd=SlZTQWFlS1ZFVWNwYkZqaVNTcnFMQT09

Meeting ID: 824 1687 2715
Password: 319404

If you are unable to join the Zoom video, please call one of these numbers to participate:
‪+1 669 900 6833‬
‪+1 408 638 0968‬
(posted 7/8/20)

Please be aware there will be
NO BSRA Meeting in May, 2020.

But keep your eyes on your email... and look out for your
BSRA Newsletter! 😀 📧 🧾 ☀️
(posted 5/12/20)

*** BSRA Monthly Meeting ***
Block your calendar for
Thursday, February 13th!
Looking forward to seeing you at our Bay Shore Library at 6:00pm!!
Everyone is WELCOME!
(posted 1/18/20)

Please join us this THURSDAY Night...
for our monthly Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting!

Thursday, Jan. 9, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave
(2nd Street & Bay Shore Ave)

Daniel Rhodes, a member of the Port of Long Beach's bridge communications team, will update residents about progress on the Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement Project. The $1.5- billion replacement bridge is set to open this year. Rhodes, a senior vice president of Orange-based Westbound Communications, will provide details and show images of work on the bridge and take questions during and after the presentation.

Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department will address Belmont Shore crime and safety.

Everyone is WELCOME!

We look forward to seeing you this Thursday and around the neighborhood!

(posted 1/6/20)

*** BSRA Monthly Meeting ***
Block your calendar for this Thursday, December 12th.
We'll see you at our Bay Shore Library at 6:00pm!!
Everyone is WELCOME!
(posted 12/8/19)

Are you ready for the new VOTE CENTERS?

Voting places and procedures will change in 2020, beginning with the Primary Election on March 3rd.

Come on down to the Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting at the Bay Shore Library this Thursday, October 10th at 6pm to hear from the Registrar-Recorder/LA County Clerk's office. They will explain the new processes to us so that we'll be ready to vote in 2020!

We'll also have Officer Murphy with us to discuss the local Crime Report. If you have any specific questions for him, please email him no later than this Wednesday at lbpdeast@longbeach.gov.

See you Thursday, where
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

(posted 10/6/19)

BSRA Board Elections this Thursday! 🗳 Don’t forget to Cast YOUR Vote!!
.
Please stop by the meeting Sep 12th at 6pm at our Bay Shore Library to cast your vote for the upcoming year’s executive board members... even if you can’t stay for the whole meeting.
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In addition Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department will present a year-to-date crime report prepared by the East Division Crime Analyst. The report evaluates 2019 crime data and Officer Murphy will compare it to the same time period in 2018. He will also review the monthly Belmont Shore crime and safety report.

SEE YOU THURSDAY!

(posted 9/12/19)

Block your calendar for the next
BSRA Meeting
Thursday, September 12th at 6p

(posted Aug 13, 2019)

BSRA Meeting
Thu Aug 8 at 6p

The BSRA is pleased to welcome Daniel Brezenoff, LCSW, to our August meeting. Brezenoff is a Senior Advisor to Mayor Garcia, Deputy for Housing and Homelessness and currently the District 1 Council Office Administrator. He will share the efforts of the Mayor's office to address the city's housing issues, answer our questions, and discuss concerns related to housing and homelessness. Brezenoff will be following up with us on some of the issues raised by our LBPD East Division Quality of Life Officers at our July meeting.

Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department will again address Belmont Shore crime and safety. Please review the Belmont Shore June 2019 crime report (link below). If you have a question or concern about a specific crime(s), please email Officer Murphy at lbpdeast@longbeach.gov by Wednesday, August 7th . Officer Murphy will address that specific crime(s) at our August 8th meeting. When emailing Officer Murphy, please include the DR#, date reported, and the address.
Belmont Shore June 2019 crime report

SEE YOU...
this Thurs, Aug 8
6pm - 8pm
Bay Shore Library
195 Bay Shore Ave at 2nd St

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!

(posted Aug 6, 2019)

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, July 11th

Please join us this week...
for our monthly Belmont Shore
Residents Association Meeting!
Thursday, July 11th
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave

ALL ARE WELCOME!!!

This Thursday Officer Rich Armond, LBPD Quality of Life Officer, will tell us about the QOL Unit and how its officers interact with the homeless population, actions they have taken in Belmont Shore and how Shore residents can work with QOL Officers.

David Ochoa, Long Beach resident and Field Representative for our newly elected State Senator Tom Umberg, will speak with us about Senator Umberg's agenda in Sacramento and how the senator can support the priorities of Belmont Shore residents and residential property owners.

Officer Brendan Murphy of the Long Beach Police Department will again address Belmont Shore crime and safety. Please review the attached crime report ahead of our meeting. If you have a question or concern about a specific crime(s), please email Officer Murphy at ‪lbpdeast@longbeach.gov‬ and include the DR#, date reported and the address. Let's get all questions to Officer Murphy by ‪noon on Wednesday, July 10th.‬

We look forward
to seeing YOU!!

(posted July 9, 2019)

It was GREAT to see new faces at last night's May BSRA meeting!

THANK YOU Councilwoman Price for spending time with us and providing such a thorough city and Shore update!!

If you were not able to attend, you can download the Councilwoman's presentation by clicking HERE.

(posted May 10, 2019)

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD
FACILITY REBUILD MEETING

5-6pm, Wednesday May 1
Leeway Sailing Center
5437 E. Ocean Blvd

Monica Der Gevorgian, Capital Project Coordinator, City of Long Beach Public Works, is asking residents to join the scheduled community meeting where the City staff will be providing updates regarding the rebuild of the Junior Lifeguard facility.

Note that a group of kite surfers reports that the city plans to locate the new Junior Lifeguard facility on the Claremont Launch Ramp, behind the existing restrooms. This activist group questions how the two activities — kite surfing and Junior Lifeguards — can safely take place at the same beach location.

If you have interest in this issue, this meeting provides an opportunity to speak out.

(posted April 28, 2019)

The BSRA offers a special thanks to Long Beach Police Officers Brendan Murphy and Nicholas Kent. The two served for three and a half years as the permanent beat officers in Belmont Shore. Murphy is the newly appointed East Division Patrol Resource Officer and will continue to attend our meetings. Kent had been transferred to the port of Long Beach. All the best in your new posts, Officers Kent and Murphy, and thank you for your hard and innovative work in the Shore!!

(posted April 28, 2019)

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, April 11th, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave

Our Guest Speaker will be Dede Rossi, Executive Director of the Belmont Shore Business Association. Rossi will discuss new businesses and upcoming events on 2nd Street. In addition, officers from the Long Beach Police Department will give an update on crime and safety.
Everyone is WELCOME!!

(posted April 9, 2019)

BLOCK your calendar for our next meeting on Thursday, April 11th. As usual, we'll see you at 6:00pm at our lovely local Library on Bay Shore Ave at 2nd St.

Everyone is WELCOME!!

(posted March 27, 2019)

(posted March 27, 2019)

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, Dec 13

We will not be meeting in February (this Thursday, 2/14), BUT plan to come to our March meeting on 3/14 when we'll have a representative of the Long Beach Office of Sustainability as our guest speaker.
We'll learn about all of the amazing things their team is doing and how we can take advantage of their offerings, like getting a FREE citrus tree for our front yards!
In the meantime, Wishing You All a Happy Valentine's Day!! 💕💕💕

Please join us THURSDAY Night...
for our monthly Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting!
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave

We will receive updates from the Long Beach Police Department and from the Belmont Shore Business Association.

We'll have a shortened meeting. After adjourning, members will make their way to
Quinn's Pub and Grill, 200 Nieto Ave, for some holiday social time. Happy holidays!

We're looking forward to seeing you!

BSRA Meeting
Thursday Nov 8

The BSRA is excited to have Steve Harvey, who writes the "Only in Long Beach" column in the Grunion Gazette, as the guest speaker at our November 8th meeting. Harvey will showcase his distinct brand of humor at the meeting. An author, Harvey wrote the "Only in L.A." column for the Los Angeles Times for 20 years and originated the "Bottom 10" sports column, which ranks the worst football teams in the nation.

Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting
Thursday, November 8th
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Bay Shore Library
195 Bay Shore @ 2nd St

Everyone is WELCOME!

Thursday
October 11
6:00 pm
Guest Speaker, Gabriel Barreras, AICP, Senior Contract Planner, City of Long Beach, will discuss development of policies related
to noise generated during special events in the city.
See you then at our Bay Shore Library!

(posted September 22, 2018)

14th Annual
Belmont Shore
Art Walk & Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest
Saturday, Oct 20th 11am - 4pm

Head to Chase Bank for Chalk Drawing Lessons, Mural Coloring, and Face Painting! Chalk Art Prizes awarded at 4:00pm.
For more info, contact the Belmont Shore Business Association at: bsba@belmontshore.org

(posted September 22, 2018)

BSRA Board Elections

The BSRA Board Elections occurred at the Annual General Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 13, 2018. The following members were elected:
Genny Hulbrock - President
Terry Endersen - Vice-President
William Sheehan - Secretary
Robert O'Connor - Treasurer
Julie Dean - Board Member-at-Large
Christina Jones - Board Member-at-Large

(posted September 22, 2018)

BSRA Board Elections and General Membership Meeting
Thursday, Sep 13th 6p
Bay Shore Library

BSRA Board Election voting occurs from 6:00-7:30pm.
Members, we need everyone's participation and a quorum of 25 members, so please come in person to vote for your BSRA Executive Board.

Our Guest Speaker will be Morgan Roth, the Community Relations Manager for Bird, a Santa Monica-based scooter-sharing company. Roth will give an overview of the scooter-rental company, explaining how the vehicles operate and describing the dockless concept and the charging process. He will also address scooter parking and safety issues.

We’ll also have updates from the officers of our Belmont Shore Walking Beat, the Belmont Shore Business Association, and time for Public Comment.

EVERYONE is WELCOME and we look forward to seeing you!!

(posted September 11, 2018)

SAVE THE DATE:
Annual BSRA
Board Election and General Meeting
Thursday, Sep 13th 6p
Bay Shore Library

(posted August 17, 2018)

BSRA Meeting Thursday, August 9, 6p at Bay Shore Library

The BSRA is excited to have David Sommers, the recently named publisher of the online daily Long Beach Post, as the guest speaker at this month's meeting. Under new ownership, the Post has quadrupled its news and business staff and plans to announce more additions in the coming months. Andrea Estrada, the Post advertising manager, will also attend the meeting.

We’ll also have updates from the officers of our Belmont Shore Walking Beat, the Belmont Shore Business Association, and time for Public Comment.

For more information, visit the BSRA website at http://www.shoreresidents.com

Thursday, August 9
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Bay Shore Library
195 Bay Shore Ave, at 2nd St

Everyone’s Welcome!!

(posted August 9, 2018)

BSRA Meeting Thursday, July 12, 6p at Bay Shore Library

Elvira Hallinan, the manager of Marine Operations for the city of Long Beach, will be at our July 12 meeting. Hallinan will speak on issues involving the city’s marinas, beaches and launch ramps and will address your questions and concerns.

Also, Long Beach Police East Division Commander Erik Herzog will be at our meeting to discuss crime and safety trends in Long Beach and Belmont Shore in particular.

Thursday, July 12
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Bay Shore Library
195 Bay Shore Ave, at 2nd St

Everyone’s Welcome!!

(posted July 11, 2018)

Our BSRA Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

We will have LBPD East Division Commander Herzog at our July 12th meeting. Block your calendars and we'll see you at 6:00 pm at our lovely little Bay Shore Library, on 2nd Street!
(posted July 2, 2018)

An organizer of the East LB Neighborhood Watch will also be speaking. They are a proactive coalition that organizes and supports what has grown to over 70 block watch groups.

Additionally, a report from the Belmont Shore Business Association will be presented and there will be time allotted for public comment.

Everyone's welcome... owners and renters alike! We're looking forward to seeing you!

BSRA Meeting Thursday, June 14, 6p at Bay Shore Library

The BSRA is excited to have
City Traffic Engineer Eric Widstrand, Department of Public Works,
at our June 14 meeting. Widstrand will speak about traffic flow issues/plans
in Long Beach and particularly
in Belmont Shore.

(posted June 9, 2018)

BSRA Meeting Thursday, May 10, 6p at Bay Shore Library

The BSRA is excited to have John Keisler, the director of Long Beach's Economic Development Department, at our May 10 meeting. Keisler will provide an update on current and future business, residential and entertainment projects in the city of Long Beach.

The city's May 2nd public meeting about short-term rentals will be discussed. Also, a report from the Belmont Shore Business Association will be presented. There will be time allotted for public comment.

Everyone's welcome... owners and renters alike! We're looking forward to seeing you!

(posted May 10, 2018)

@LBPD Officers Brendan Murphy, Nick Kent and Quality of Life Officers Johnny Dodson and Rich Armond addressed the Belmont Shore Residents Association tonight. Great Q&A with @LBPDEast subject matter experts! #LBPDCares #TheMoreYouKnow #LBPDOutreach pic.twitter.com/N470wljTMX
— LBPD East Division (@LBPDEast) April 13, 2018

(posted May 10, 2018)

Our next BSRA meeting is Thursday, May 10th from 6p-8p.

Everyone is welcome!

BSRA Meeting Thursday, April 12, 6p at Bay Shore Library

The BSRA is excited to have Diana Tang, manager of government affairs for the city of Long Beach, as our guest speaker at our April 12 meeting. Ms. Tang will provide an update on the latest developments regarding Community Hospital Long Beach. MemorialCare Health System, which operates the hospital, has announced it will cease operations at the facility in July 2018.

Additionally, we'll have updates from the Belmont Shore Parking Commission and the Belmont Shore Business Association (BSBA). There will also be time allotted for public comment.

Everyone is WELCOME!!

Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting
‪Thursday, April 12‬
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Drive
(‪2nd Street‬ & Bay Shore Ave)

We're looking forward to seeing you!

(posted March 7, 2018)

BSRA Meeting Thursday, March 8, 6p at Bay Shore Library

Nina Moussavi, district office director for Third District Councilwoman Suzie Price, will provide District and City updates. Other topics to be discussed will be the Land Use Element and the Long Beach Police Department's new Crime Incident Mapping Report.

Additionally, we'll get updates from representatives of the Belmont Shore Parking Commission and the Belmont Shore Business Association (BSBA). There will be time allotted for public comment.

We're looking forward to seeing you!

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, March 8th
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bay Shore LIbrary
195 Bay Shore Ave at 2nd Street

Everyone is WELCOME!!

(posted March 7, 2018)

LUE tonight at City Council (3/6)

The Land Use and Urban Design Elements Proposal, or LUE, of Long Beach’s
General Plan is coming before the City Council tonight- Tuesday, March 6, at 5 p.m.

The public is invited to attend and submit comments.

(posted March 6, 2018)

Long Beach Residents Can Now View Crime Incidents Online

“The launch of this new Crime Incident Mapping application is a continued effort to enhance our Department’s transparency, allowing us to work together with our community to reduce crime in our neighborhoods,” said Police Chief Robert Luna. “Making Long Beach a safer city for all residents remains our top priority.”

“The development of this new application will place the City of Long Beach as one of the leading cities that publish Open Police Data in geospatial format,” said Lea Eriksen, Interim Director of Technology and Innovation.

Significant capabilities and enhancements of the application include:
• Geographical Information: Users can see labels of reporting district, division, and beat, to assist viewers when zooming-in/out of the map.
• Filter Capabilities: Users can filter crime incidents by date range, time, and/or crime type.
• Enhanced Visualizations: Users have the option to view charts of the selected crime data as they zoom-in/out of the map. Charts are available for the following: incident category, time of day, day of week, crime by division, and six-month activity.
• Data Download: Users can select specific areas to view and download data. Downloads will be available in raw data format and/or a printer-friendly report of the selected area, as well as a map of the area.

All data available through the application is preliminary based on reported incidents. Actual crime statistics are determined after a multi-level review process. The application will launch on Friday, February 9, 2018 and can be found by visiting the Long Beach Police Department’s website, through the DataLB tab located on the City’s homepage, or by clicking HERE!

(February 13, 2018)

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, Feb 8th
6:00 pm

State Assemblyman Patrick O'Donnell
will be this month's special guest speaker.
He represents California State Assembly District 70, which includes the cities of Long Beach and Signal Hill as well as San Pedro and Catalina Island. The Assemblyman will discuss district and regional issues and answer resident's questions.

BRING A NEIGHBOR!

The BSRA’s monthly meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. this Thursday, Feb. 8th at the Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave @ 2nd St.

We will also have updates from/on:
- the 3rd Council District
- the local Crime Report
- our 2nd Street Business associates
- the Parking Commission
- Public Comments

 EVERYONE is WELCOME!!

(February 3, 2018)

The Long Beach City News, City of Long Beach, reports the Long Beach Police Department in collaboration with the Long Beach Technology and Innovation Department has developed a new crime incident mapping application that will make up-to-date crime activity information, occurring within the City, readily available for residents.

"An informed community is a safer community, and this innovative application will provide our residents with a valuable tool to educate themselves and their families.” said Mayor Robert Garcia.

The new application provides the public with easy-to-use search tools to query crimes within their neighborhoods, including an interactive map that allows users to zoom-in/out throughout various areas of the city to identify crime incidents. The source is the last six months of data obtained from the Police Department’s Records Management System (RMS), which is updated weekly to provide the public with accurate and timely information. Additionally, there are built-in visual enhancements, such as charts, that users can view as they navigate through the data. For further analysis, users can create customized reports of selected areas as well as download raw data.

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, Jan 11th 6:00 pm

The Belmont Shore Residents Association’s monthly meeting begins at 6 p.m. this Thursday, 1/11 at the Bay Shore Library,
195 Bay Shore Ave @ 2nd St.

We will have updates from/on:
- the 3rd Council District
- the local Crime Report
- our 2nd Street Business associates
- the Parking Commission
- Public Comments

EVERYONE is WELCOME!!

(January 9, 2018)

BELMONT SHORE GARAGE CLEAN UP DAY
Saturday, November 4th

Attention Belmont Shore Residents!

To alleviate garage clutter and, hopefully, create parking spaces, the City of Long Beach Public Works Department and the Salvation Army are having a garage clean-up day this Saturday, November 4th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
This free program will help you get rid of any unwanted, "approved" items.
There are 2 ways you can participate:
1. Place your items in your back alley no later than 8:00 am (do not block the path of travel)
OR
2. Drop off your items at the 54th/Claremont beach lot (near the beginning of the bike path), especially if you need a donation receipt
FYI, the alleys behind 2nd Street businesses will not be picked up.

(October 31, 2017)

"WOW" - Walk On Wednesday

Join the Belmont Shore Business Association for their WOW", Walk On Wednesday, tomorrow November 1st. They will be meeting at Chase Bank on 2nd Street at 7:30 am. The walk generally takes about an hour (3.4 miles) AND you'll receive a Polly's "route ticket coupon" for a $2.00 deal that includes a small coffee and a bagel (must be presented at Polly's by 9:30 am.)

Get your WALK on, Belmont Shore!

(October 31, 2017)

(October 25, 2017)

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, Oct 12th 6:00 pm

Alexis Oropeza, a senior planner with Long Beach’s Development Services Planning Bureau, will discuss accessory dwelling units this Thursday, Oct. 12 at the Belmont Shore Residents Association’s monthly meeting at the Bay Shore Library. The meeting begins at 6 p.m., and the general public is invited.

Additional speakers will provide insight into police, business, political and community events and projects.

(October 10, 2017)

Saturday,
September 23rd
@ 9:30 am

Long Beach Heritage Walking Tour of historic Willmore City, Long Beach's first residential development

On this walking tour you will see the Victorian Queen Anne Bembridge House, as well as a Queen Anne Workman's Cottage, Tudor Revival, Chalet Craftsman, Dutch Colonial Revival, Spanish Colonial Revival, and Sears Kit House.
Meet at Bembridge House (953 Park Circle) for the 2 and 1/2 hour moderately difficult walking tour that covers about 1 and 1/2 miles. The cost is $15 per adult payable through PayPal. Click here for details.

(September 20, 2017)

Thursday,
September 14th
@ 6pm

All Belmont Shore residents are WELCOME!

Please join us THURSDAY Night...
for our monthly meeting of the Belmont Shore Residents Association!

Meet East Division’s new Police Commander, Erik Herzog, a 27-year veteran of the LBPD. Commander Elizabeth Griffin will join us too, before she moves into her new Port Police Division role.

Hear from Ian Patton, a longtime political strategy and communications expert and Long Beach native, who will provide an update on the upcoming Long Beach Councilmember and Mayoral elections.

2017/2018 BSRA Board Elections will occur at the September 14th meeting. Please come down and VOTE!

Additionally, we'll get updates from representatives of Councilwoman Price's office, the Belmont Shore Parking Commission, and the Belmont Shore Business Association (BSBA). And... there will be time allotted for Public Comment.

Thursday, September 14th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave

See You Thursday!

(September 11, 2017)

Hear from Congressman Lowenthal's Field Representative, Clayton Heard
on Thursday, August 10th @ 6pm

All Belmont Shore residents
are WELCOME!

Please join us THURSDAY Night...
for our monthly Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting!

Thursday, August 10th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave

Our Guest Speaker & Meeting Topics include:

Congressman Lowenthal's Field Representative,
Clayton Heard, will discuss the following and more:

The best ways for individuals to share their concerns with the Congressman
How citizens can get involved

Nominations for the 2017/2018 BSRA Board will occur at the August 10th meeting, per BSRA Bylaws. Please consider joining our Board, sharing your unique talents, and making a difference in your community. Any current board member would be happy to speak to you regarding the role at bsramail@shoreresidents.com.
BSRA Board Elections will occur at our September 14th meeting.

Additionally, we'll hear from representatives from Councilwoman Price's office, the Belmont Shore Parking Commission, and the Belmont Shore Business Association (BSBA).
There will also be time allotted for Public Comment.

See You Thursday!

(August 9, 2017)

Celebrate the 108th Season!

The LB Municipal Band puts on great FREE concerts in the park featuring the sounds of big band, pop, jazz, blues and more. Bring your family, a picnic dinner and enjoy a wonderful evening outdoors in the park.

Check out Marine Stadium on Thursday nights from June 29th through August 3rd beginning at 6:30 pm.

June 29th - "Strike Up the Bands"
The LB Municipal band will start off the 2017 Summer Concert Series with a salute to the Big Band Era when Swing was king and dance floors across the Nation resounded with the music of great dance bands such as Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Glen Miller and Duke Ellington. Add the sensational vocalist Barbara Morrison to the evening and this concert will be one you won't want to miss!
(June 23, 2017)

Hear from Long Beach Special Events & Filming
on Thursday, June 8th @ 6pm

All Belmont Shore residents
are WELCOME!

In preparation for summer, our guest speaker will be from the Long Beach Special Events & Filming team. They will be providing an update on upcoming beach & summer events and a status of their goals.

Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting
Thursday, June 8th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bay Shore Library
195 Bay Shore Dr @ 2nd St

We will also have updates on the local Crime Report, from our Business associates, from the Parking Commission and we will hear Public Comments.

See You Thursday!

(June 1, 2017)

Hear from the Long Beach Public Health Emergency Management Program Planner this Thursday, May 11th @ 6pm

All Belmont Shore residents
are WELCOME!

The Public Health Emergency Management Program Planner from Long Beach Health Department will be at this Thursday's BSRA meeting to discuss emergency preparedness and the Medical Reserve Corps. Most importantly, the team has started a Zika Awareness Campaign in order to educate the Long Beach community about the Zika Virus. They expect local transmission of Zika in Southern California this year and are doing all they can to keep Long Beach Zika free. Please join us for this informative and educational meeting.

Belmont Shore Residents Association Meeting
Thursday, May 11th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bay Shore Library
195 Bay Shore Dr @ 2nd St

We will also have updates on the local Crime Report, from our Business associates and Parking Commission and hear Public Comment.

See You Thursday!

(May 8, 2017)

Coffee with Assemblymember
Patrick O'Donnell
District 70

Assemblymember O'Donnell is inviting his constituents to join him at one of two community coffee events this Saturday, May 6th. This is a great opportunity to discuss legislative and state issues that affect our community and find out how his district office can be of service to you.

Community Coffee with Councilmember Lori Woods
Saturday, May 6, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Roxanne's
1115 E. Wardlow Rd., Long Beach 90807
RSVP HERE

Community Discussion on the Lower LA River with Councilmember Roberto Uranga and River LA
Saturday, May 6, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Veteran's Park Community Center
101 E. 28th St., Long Beach 90806
RSVP HERE

(May 1, 2017)

Belmont Shore Median Improvements

Please see the Long Beach Public Works notice below for the street improvements schedule...

(April 28, 2017)

BSRA Meeting
Thursday, April 13th, 6:00 pm
Bay Shore Library, corner of 2nd Street & Bay Shore Ave

GUEST SPEAKERS:
Nick Salcedo, Long Beach Water Department, will cover Long Beach's Lawn-to-Garden Turf Replacement Program and how we can all save on our water and energy bills
and
Jeff Young, local certified Urban arborist with 30+ years experience in Southern California, will discuss proper care and management of individual trees and shrubs in our urban environment

LBPD East Division Commander Griffin will be on-hand to provide Crime stats and follow-up on criminal issues.

The 3rd Council District will bring us up to date on issues important to residents and receive updates from our local business community, parking association and neighbors.

All Belmont Shore residents are welcome!

(April 9, 2017)

Suzie Price's Third District Community Meeting will be
Thursday, April 6 @ 12:00 noon at the
Long Beach Yacht Club (6201 East Appian Way). The Special Guest will be Wider Circle, a research-based program that enables active older adults to make connections, boost a sense of purpose and engage more joyfully in life.

Please call 562-570-8756 or e-mail nina.moussavi@longbeach.gov for additional meeting information.

(April 3, 2017)

Long Beach Water is hosting their 6th Annual L2G Tour and Festival!

Saturday, April 1st, 10am – 2pm @ 1800 E Wardlow Road
Ribbon-cutting ceremony to start @ 9:30 AM
Tour starts at 10:00 AM
Festival activities

The event features over 25 Long Beach homes that have transformed their lawns into beautiful water-wise landscapes!

This free event will be a fun family-friendly festival that features games and prizes, a succulent giveaway, water-saving tips, sustainability resources, live music and food trucks.

Residents can register for the Tour and view the map at: http://www.lblawntogarden.com/

(April 1, 2017)

Councilwoman Suzie Price is hosting the 3rd Annual Spring into Summer community concert featuring The Dustbowl Revival from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Sunday 3/26. Bring the family and come early to set up your lawn chairs and beach towels. The waterway will be reserved for boaters to anchor their boats in Marine Stadium. The amazing food trucks, Cousins Maine Lobster, BrewWings, Pinch of Flavor and Pudding Truck, will on be on site to satisfy your cravings... or bring your own picnic!

SPRING INTO SUMMER 2017
Sun, Mar 26, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Marine Stadium Park, East Paoli Way

(March 14, 2017)

Congressman Alan Lowenthal's

A Conversation About America
Town Hall

Monday, March 13th
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Long Beach City College
Auditorium
(Red building “J” on map located here)
4901 E Carson St, Long Beach
(Nearest intersection to Auditorium is
Clark Ave. and Harvey Way)

The Congressman and his guest speakers will be taking questions on the important issues facing our nation, including:
--the future of the Affordable Care Act, Social Security, and Medicare
--immigration and refugee policy under the Trump Administration
--the ongoing struggle to protect our environment
--the continuing struggle for civil rights & equality for all Americans

RSVP here

(March 13, 2017)

C'mon down to our lovely local Bay Shore Library for our monthly meeting tonight...
Thursday, Mar 9th 6:00pm.

Our guest speakers are from Pied Parker, the newest share marketplace that is revolutionizing how we approach parking. Pied Parker is poised to become a key parking product for cities, neighborhoods, and businesses where parking may be scarce and expensive. By creating a safe technology that makes use of unused space, Pied Parker is the intelligent solution for parking challenges.

Additionally, we will get updates from the 3rd Council District, on the division Crime Report and from our local business community, parking association and neighbors.

(March 9, 2017)

Tuesday, March 7th, 2017

Please don't forget to vote.

Your Voice, Your Vote!

(March 7, 2017)

Monthly Meeting:
Thursday, Mar 9th 6:00pm

Our guest speakers are from Pied Parker, the newest share marketplace that is revolutionizing how we approach parking. Pied Parker is poised to become a key parking product for cities, neighborhoods, and businesses where parking may be scarce and expensive. By creating a safe technology that makes use of unused space, Pied Parker is the intelligent solution for parking challenges.
Additionally, we will hear from the 3rd Council District, discuss the division Crime Report and receive updates from our local business community, parking association and neighbors.
We’re looking forward to seeing you Thursday at our Bay Shore Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave at 2nd Street.
(March 5, 2017)

***** Monthly Meeting *****

Thursday, Feb 9th 6:00pm

This Thursday, Feb 9th, Heather Altman of Altman Consulting will discuss the Los Cerritos Wetlands Oil Consolidation and Restoration Project which plans to restore portions of a privately owned oil field and remove existing oil production facilities from the Synergy and City Properties over time.

Additionally Dede Rossi, Executive Director of the Belmont Shore Business Association, will give an account from our business neighbors, there will be community updates from Councilwoman Price’s office and a review of the Crime Report.

See you Thursday at 6:00pm at our local Bay Shore Library (at Bay Shore & 2nd St).
(February 5, 2017)

***** Monthly Meeting *****

Thursday, Jan 12th 6:00pm

** UPDATE **
City Auditor Laura Doud will be our guest speaker. She will discuss how her team audits different city agencies (parks, vendors, art museum, libraries, city hall, etc.), how corrections are recommended and implemented and the process and effectiveness of the Fraud Hotline.

C'mon down to our neighborhood library at Bay Shore Ave & 2nd St and learn what's going on in the Shore, including a review of the crime report.
(January 4, 2017)

******* BOOK SALE *******

Saturday, Dec 10th!
Please support our neighborhood library this Saturday, beginning at 10am through Saturday, Dec 17th at their Annual Book Sale:
Bay Shore Library
Corner of Bay Shore & 2nd Street
All of the proceeds will go to help our library! Thanks!!
(December 08, 2016)

November 26, 2016
Shop Belmont Shore's wonderful & unique businesses TODAY!
** free 2 hour parking!

October 24, 2016 -

As Suzie Price has said, it's a busy week in our district. Here's the schedule of meetings:

10/24 6 pm- Field office- 340 Nieto- Belmont Shore parking study presentation.

10/25 6:30 pm Fire Station 14- 5200 E Eliot St - Ocean Blvd (Belmont Shore portion only) Road Diet implementation meeting.

10/26 6.pm. Bixby Park Community Center- 130 Cherry Ave - Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study Update.

10/27 6 pm Rogers Middle School Auditorium - 365 Monrovia Ave - Proposed Land Use meeting.

10/29 9 a.m. CSULB 3rd annual Anti-Bully workshop for 5th through 8th graders, featuring Erin Runion. RSVP at (562) 570-6300.

10/30 5 pm- Rec Park Bandshell-4900 E 7th St - Music UNTOLD- Arts and Educational Programs event.

Hope to see you at some of these!

September 19, 2016 -

*** TODAY IS THE DEADLINE ***

Please email your COMMENTS today regarding the density, traffic and height increase proposed at PCH & 2nd Street and along PCH in the Marina Pacific Mall, the Market Place, the Seaport Marina Hotel and the Marina Shore Shopping Center.

Click to learn more

September 15, 2016 -

On Saturday, September 17th at 2:00 pm
Councilwoman Suzie Price will hold a Community Meeting on Homelessness and Theft
@ Fire Station 14 (5200 E Eliot St.).

LB Police Chief, City Prosecutor, Health Department, Parks, Recreation and Marine Department and Public Works will also be represented, to answer question and discuss the homelessness plan as well as enforcement efforts and priorities for addressing issues of homelessness and crime in our community.

September 14, 2016 -

*** Block Your Calendar ***

BSRA MEETING
6:00p THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13th
Bay Shore Library,
195 Bay Shore Ave @ 2nd Street

A member of Councilwoman Price’s team will update us on 3rd District happenings and a representative of the East Division LBPD will discuss the crime report and provide helpful tips. We'll also hear from the Belmont Shore Business Association, the Belmont Shore Parking and Business Improvement Area Advisory Commission resident member and provide time for public comment.
Guest Speaker to be announced soon.

September 11, 2016 -

IN MEMORY AND HONOR
OF THOSE WE LOST