Belmont Shore Residents Association
May 2015 Newsletter
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In This Issue:
Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners declare Stage 2 Water Supply Shortage – Prohibited uses of water
Justin Rudd Long Beach Touch-a-Truck Event – May 16
Belmont Shore Stroll & Savor – May 20 & 21, 5:30-9 PM
SEADIP Update - Study session on land use plan – May 21, 5 PM
Great Homes of Long Beach – Home Tour – June 7, 12-5 PM
Our next meeting will be Thursday May 14 @ 6 PM at the Bay Shore Library
Our Guest Speaker will be Kurt Schneiter of Maverick Investments to discuss his plans for the conversion of the former Yankee Doodles property to an upscale gym facility
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Water Use Prohibitions
The Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners declared a Stage 2 Water Supply Shortage on May 11, 2015 for the City of Long Beach. The Declaration puts into effect ALL of the following prohibited uses of water, until further notice: Irrigating landscape with potable water any day other than Tuesday or Saturday. Because drought conditions continue to worsen, the Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners declared a Stage 1 Water Supply Shortage on November 20, 2014 for the City of Long Beach. The Declaration puts into effect the following prohibited uses of water, until further notice:.
1. Filling residential swimming pools and spas with potable water. Click here to read the Long Beach Water Department's "Best Management Practices for Pool and Spa Owners" that will help reduce potentially wasted water.
On February 27, 2014, the Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners declared an Imminent Water Supply Shortage for the City of Long Beach. The Declaration puts into effect the following prohibited uses of water, until further notice:
1. Serving drinking water to any customer in a restaurant or other public place where food is served, sold or offered for sale unless expressly requested by the customer; and
2. Irrigating landscape with potable water for more than 10 minutes per authorized day if using sprinkler heads that emit one or more gallons per minute, or for more than 20 minutes per authorized day if using stream rotator-type or gear driven sprinkler heads rated at emitting less than one gallon per minute.
In addition, the following are permanent water use prohibitions in the City of Long Beach, as adopted by the Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners, and as incorporated, by reference, in the City of Long Beach Municipal Code:
1. Permitting the excess use, loss or escape of water through breaks, leaks or other malfunctions in the water user’s plumbing or distribution system for any period of time after such escape of water should have reasonably been discovered and corrected
2. Irrigating landscape with potable water between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
3. Irrigating landscape in a manner that results in unreasonable runoff, as determined by the General Manager, where water flows onto adjacent property, non-irrigated areas, private and public walks, roadways, parking lots or structures
4. Irrigating landscape in a manner that is unreasonably water-inefficient, as determined by the General Manager. Unreasonable water-inefficient irrigation includes, but is not limited to, excessive over spray, excessive misting, over pressurization, misalignment or tilted spray heads, or other malfunction or out-ofadjustment condition which results in unreasonable waste of potable water
5. Washing driveways, sidewalks, parking areas, patios or other outdoor areas with a hose unless using a water-conserving pressurized cleaning device (a water-conserving pressurized cleaning device shall discharge water at a minimum of 1,000 pounds per square inch or be rated at using less than three (3) gallons of water per minute). A simple spray nozzle does not qualify as a water-conserving pressurized cleaning device. Click here for information on qualifying pressure washers.
6. Washing a vehicle with a hose when the hose does not have a water shut-off nozzle or device attached to it or allowing a hose to run continuously while washing a vehicle
7. Any other water use resulting in excessive or unreasonable runoff, as determined by the General Manager, where water flows onto adjacent property, public or private walks or road, parking lots or other structures
8. Operating a fountain or other water feature that does not re-circulate the water
9. For water customers that are a hotel or motel, failing to provide customers the option of choosing not to have towels and linens laundered daily. The hotel or motel shall prominently display notice of this option in each bathroom and sleeping room using clear and easily understood language. The Department shall make suitable displays available
10. Restaurants and all other commercial, industrial, institutional food preparation sites using pre-rinse heads having flow-rates greater than 1.5 gallons of water per minute
11. Operating a commercial laundry system installed after November 3, 2006, that does not re-circulate wash and/or rinse water
12. Operating a conveyor type car wash system that does not re-circulate the wash and/or rinse water
13. Installing a single-pass cooling system in a building requesting a water connection after November 3, 2006
14. Using potable water, rather than reclaimed water, after the General Manager has provided to the customer an analysis showing that reclaimed water is a cost-effective alternative to potable water and the customer has had a reasonable amount of time, as determined by the General Manager to make the conversion to reclaimed water
15. Irrigating landscape using reclaimed water to the point that the landscape becomes saturated and irrigation waters flow off the landscape
Go to Long Beach Water Department's webpage for more information.
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Long Beach Touch-A-Truck!
This inaugural event is free and is hosted by Justin Rudd, his nonprofit Community Action Team (CAT), and Councilwoman Suzie Price.
Public invited: More than 50 large vehicles on display May 16 for free, inaugural "Long Beach Touch-A-Truck" interactive event. Click to get tickets now. Get your FREE tickets via Eventbrite: https://longbeachtouchatruck.eventbrite.com The inaugural "Long Beach Touch-A-Truck" interactive event will take place Sat., May 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the beachfront parking lot at Granada Ave. The free event is co-sponsored by Councilwoman Suzie Price and Justin Rudd's nonprofit Community Action Team (CAT).
FREE PARKING at Granada Beach, thanks to the Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine. Enter the parking lot at 1 Granada Ave. or 1 Bennett Ave.
Long Beach Firefighters Local 372 will be grilling hot dogs. The event will include live music by Jazz Angels, and on-site silk-screened event t-shirts will be offered by Red Eye Media. There will be a LEGO play corral provided by the Long Beach LEGO User Group. SIT IN THE DRIVERS' SEATS: Kids and adults are invited to climb aboard and explore the vehicles and heavy machinery, including firetrucks, police vehicles, buses, semi-trucks, tractors, and military vehicles. VIP half hour: 9-9:30 a.m. only for children with disabilities and special needs, and for the kids of Long Beach Boys & Girls Club.
Website: www.JustinRudd.com/truck FREE Tickets: https://longbeachtouchatruck.eventbrite.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/LongBeachTouchATruck Contact: [email protected]
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Belmont Shore Stroll & Savor "LET THE SUMMER BEGIN"
May 20 & 21 5:30pm - 9pm
Belmont Shore's most popular event is a summer long "taste of Belmont Shore", with over 40 restaurants offering the best of their menus. Enjoy an evening strolling 2nd Street, savoring food from around the globe, and listening to talented local musicians as you stroll with your family, friends, and dogs (yes, we have treats for dogs too!).
You can purchase tickets at various stores throughout the shore starting Friday, May 15th & in front of CHASE BANK the night of event. The cost is $10 for a ticket book of 12 tickets. Use tickets for both nights in same month only! Tickets will be sold at The Beach on 2nd, Brix in the Shore, Francesca's, La Strada, Polly's Gourmet Coffee, Salon Soma, Shore Business Center, Sweet Jill's, and Urban Table.
Entertainment ( local musicians) Wednesday: Midnight Ride on Corona & 2nd with Nth at Rubio's on 2nd & Roycroft, The Hawkline Monster at LaVerne, and Billy the Cowboy at Brix near Claremont Thursday: Brophy Dale on Corona & 2nd plus Nth at Rubios on 2nd & Roycroft plus The Jim Fisk Band at Fromex on 2nd & LaVerne & Billy the Cowboy at Brix near 2nd & Claremont
Face painting at Pollys Gourmet Coffee near Quincy & in front of Chase Bank! Great for the whole family! click to find other dates & info: http://www.belmontshore.org/stroll-savor/
Belmont Shore Business Association 200 Nieto Avenue Long Beach, California 90803 562-434-3066 [email protected]
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COMMUNITY INVITED TO ATTEND STUDY SESSION ON LAND USE PLAN FOR SEADIP UPDATE – THURSDAY, MAY 21ST @ 5 PM
City Manager Press Release: Community Invited to Attend Study Session on Land Use Plan for SEADIP Update
The public is encouraged to attend a Planning Commission Study Session for the Southeast Area Development and Improvement Plan (SEADIP) update on Thursday, May 21, 2015, at 5:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers in Long Beach City Hall at 333 W. Ocean Blvd.
The Study Session will feature a presentation of the community-shaped vision for SEADIP and the conceptual land use plan, including general locations and types of commercial, residential, industrial, mixed-use, and wetlands uses. The event will also provide an overview of input received at previous community workshops, and discuss the next steps for developing a Specific Plan. No formal action will be taken by the Planning Commission at this meeting. The conceptual land use plan reflects the collaborative efforts of the community and the Community Advisory Committee (CAC) to comprehensively review and update a 1,500-acre area of Southeast Long Beach known as SEADIP. The three-year planning process includes extensive community outreach efforts, consisting of pop-up events, interactive workshops, and community meetings. For further information about this event, please contact Brant Birkeland at 562.570.6922 or [email protected]. For the latest news regarding this project or to get involved, visit www.lbds.info/seadip_update, where you can sign up for e-mail notifications, status updates, and register for the Long Beach Town Hall online forum.
JOIN COUNCILWOMAN PRICE FOR THE MAY COMMUNITY MTG
THIRD DISTRICT MONTHLY MEETING
Councilwoman Price will be holding the next 3rd District Community meeting on Wednesday, May 27th at the Long Beach Yacht Club (6201 East Appian Way) at 12:00 PM. Kristina Duggan will be taking reservations for lunch (Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap with French fries and fresh fruit) at a cost of $17, cash only please, at the door. A vegetarian meal option is available upon request. Please call 562570-8756 or e-mail your response to [email protected] before Monday, May 25th.
Our guest speaker will be Police Chief Robert Luna, who will provide an update on public safety in Long Beach. We hope you will be available to join us.
www.suzieAprice.com
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GREAT HOMES OF LONG BEACH – HOME TOUR – JUNE 7 12-5PM
GREAT HOMES OF LONG BEACH Home Tour Sunday, June 7, 2015 from 12-5pm
LONG BEACH HERITAGE presents a tour of six distinguished homes representing the architectural history of Long Beach, including Miner Smith homes of Belmont Heights, Cliff May Ranchos, a Bluff Park Chalet Craftsman, and a Raphael Soriano International Style house.
Docents will highlight the interior and exterior features of the homes.
Proceeds benefit the historic Bembridge House. Tickets are $35 (members) and $40 (guests) and may be purchased on our website www.lbheritage.org with PayPal or by phone at 562-493-7019.
Tickets need to be purchased by May 29th, in order to be mailed to you on time. If the tour is not sold out, additional tickets may be available for purchase the day of the tour. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!
Long Beach Heritage www.lbheritage.org P. O. Box 92521, Long Beach, California 90809
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Thurs May 14 6-8 PM BSRA Meeting, Bay Shore Library www.shoreresidents.com
Sat May 16 10 AM Justin Rudd - Long Beach Touch-A-Truck Event & 30-Minute Beach Cleanup
Sat May 16 8 AM Long Beach Lesbian and Gay Pride Festival &
- Sun May 17 5 PM Parade http://longbeachpride.com/
Wed May 20 5:30-9 PM Belmont Shore Stroll & Savor, 2nd Street
Thurs May 21 9-11 AM Belmont Shore Parking Commission, Bay Shore Library
Thurs May 21 5:30-9 PM Belmont Shore Stroll & Savor, 2nd Street
Tuesday May 26 12-1 PM BSBA meeting, Legends, upstairs
Thurs May 27 11:45 AM Third District Community Meeting, Long Beach Yacht Club (6201 East Appian Way)
Sun June 7 12-5 PM Great Homes of Long Beach Home Tour www.lbheritage.org
Thurs June 11 6-8 PM BSRA Meeting, Bay Shore Library www.shoreresidents.com