Long Beach Robert Garcia

Garcia Introduces “Move Long Beach” to Improve Physical Fitness and Health

Councilmember Robert Garcia has introduced two new pieces of legislation for the February 7 City Council meeting agenda, both aimed at improving the health of Long Beach residents by encouraging participation in physical fitness, extending healthful food choices into underserved neighborhoods, and creating policies that support nutrition, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle.  Both items are [...]

The Downtown Residential Council Host Holiday Forum Monday December 19th

The Downtown Residential Council (DRC), will hold its end of the year holiday forum December 19, 2011 at Avia Long Beach. Meetings are free, open to the public, and all Downtown residents are encouraged to attend. The Downtown Residential Council is comprised of resident leaders from the six Downtown neighborhood associations: Promenade Area Residents Association, [...]

Shaun Lumachi Memorial Fund Established & Celebration of Life Set For December 17th

A public celebration of life for Shaun Lumachi has been set for Saturday, December 17, at 11:00am, at the Hotel Maya. The celebration will include music, food, and remembrances from those closest to Shaun. “We are committed to celebrating Shaun’s extraordinary life and his contributions to Long Beach and the organizations he served,” said Councilman [...]

Long Beach Joins “It Gets Better” Project; Features Councilmember Garcia, Mayor Foster and LGBT Community Leaders

Long Beach City Councilmember Robert Garcia has released the Long Beach contribution to the national “It Gets Better” Project, a series of videos aimed at supporting LGBT youth who may be experiencing bullying or harassment because of their sexual orientation. The campaign, which was started by syndicated columnist Dan Savage, features supporters as well as [...]

Councilmember Garcia to Host Second Annual State of the First District and “Go Long Beach Awards” Tuesday

First District City Councilmember Dr. Robert Garcia presents the Second Annual State of the First District and “Go Long Beach Awards” this Tuesday, October 25, at 6pm at the Jenny Oropeza Community Center, 401 Golden Avenue.

Long Beach Democratic Club Hosts Democratic Unity BBQ Saturday October 1st

The Long Beach Democratic Club invites residents to the annual “Democratic Unity BBQ” Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Bixby Knolls Park. This event will provide a platform for Democrats to meet each other, receive party updates, interact with numerous elected leaders, and discuss various contemporary political issues.

Councilmembers Propose Major Investments for Uplands Oil Funds

Councilmembers Robert Garcia, Gary DeLong, Patrick O’Donnell and Dee Andrews have presented an $18.4 million investment proposal for the Uplands Oil Funds made up of one time capital improvements, critical budget requirements and increasing the city’s emergency reserve. The proposal makes major investments in public safety, infrastructure, parks, libraries, and technology. To view the agenda [...]

Community Invited to East Village Arts District Neighborhood Street Banners Dedication Today

Councilmember Robert Garcia of the 1st District, the Long Beach Redevelopment Agency (RDA), Downtown Long Beach Associates (DLBA) and the Arts Council for Long Beach invite the community to the dedication of new neighborhood street banners in the East Village Arts District. The event will take place Tuesday, September 27 at 10:30 a.m. in front [...]

14th Street Park Basketball Courts Grand Opening Saturday, Sept. 24

The Office of 1st District City Councilmember Robert Garcia and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine invite the community to the grand opening of the 14th Street Park basketball courts on Saturday, September 24, at 11 am. A short ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 14th Street between Pine and Locust Avenues before [...]

Garcia and Museum of Latin American Art Host “En La Noche” Thursday, Sept. 15th

Councilmember Robert Garcia and the Museum of Latin American Art hosts “En La Noche” this Thursday night, September 15, from 6pm-9pm at MoLAA. The event is cosponsored by MOLAA, KCRW radio, and the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, and is FREE and open to all Long Beach residents.

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