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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)
(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:
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
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Homes of Belmont Shore
THE SHORE
Enjoying the new pedestrian path and the lovely day!
A stunning sunset in the Shore
A Gorgeous Day at Bay Shore
108 Seasons! Long Beach Municipal Band at Marine Stadium Park.
The Aqualink travels from the Pier in Belmont Shore to Alamitos Bay Landing, the Queen Mary & the Aquarium, Rainbow Harbor
Gondola ride heading towards Belmont Shore
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