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LGBTQ+ Cultural District Project Concept Unveiling Community Event 6/12/2026 Get a first look at the future LGBTQ+ Cultural District! Join the City of Long Beach in unveiling conceptual design renderings for this transformative project along the Broadway corridor between Alamitos and Temple Avenues. The unveiling will take place at the northeast corner of Bixby Park (130 Cherry Ave.) at the intersection of Broadway and Junipero Avenue on June 17, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.
Belmont Plaza Pool Rendering
Join the City of Long Beach for the Belmont Plaza Pool Groundbreaking Ceremony! 5/19/2026 The City of Long Beach is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for the Belmont Plaza Pool Project on May 30, 2026 at 10 a.m. at the intersection of Termino Avenue and Olympic Plaza.
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
Martin Luther King Jr. Park Projects Community Meeting 5/6/2026 Please join the Department of Public Works for an informational community meeting to learn about the improvements planned at Martin Luther King Jr. Park on May 18, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Park Community Center (1950 Lemon Ave.).
10th Street Greenbelt prior to construction
10th Street Greenbelt Community Meeting 4/28/2026 Please join the Department of Public Works for an in-person community meeting on May 28, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the Recreation Park Community Center (4900 E. 7th St.). Learn about the project as City staff shares the community-informed design and the next phase of improvements.
Bike Month May 2026 - Be Seen. Be Safe. Bike On.
Celebrate Bike Month in Long Beach 4/20/2026

Join the Department of Public works in celebrating Bike Month this May by taking part in bike-friendly events across the city, including E-bike Demo Day featuring test rides, helmet fittings, free giveaways and more.

Pacific Avenue Transformation Rendering
Pacific Avenue Transformation Project Community Meeting 3/18/2026 Join the Department of Public Works for an informational community meeting to learn more about the Pacific Avenue Transformation project on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the BJK Main Library (200 W. Broadway).
Junipero Dog Beach Virtual Community Meeting - February 11, 2026 at 6p.m.-7:30p.m. via Zoom. Join to learn more about a new proposed off-leash dog zone planned near Downtown Long Beach. Learn about the project at lbcity.info/JuniperoDogBeach
Junipero Dog Beach Virtual Community Meeting 1/26/2026 Join the Department of Public Works for an online community meeting to learn more about the proposed Junipero Dog Beach project on February 11 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting will include an overview of the project, proposed location, and anticipated project timeline.
Long Beach Boulevard and Artesia Adjacent Improvements Community Meeting
CD9 Long Beach Boulevard and Artesia Adjacent Improvements Community Meeting 1/22/2026 The Department of Public Works will be hosting a community meeting on January 24 at 9 a.m. to review upcoming traffic safety and beautification improvements planned for Long Beach Boulevard and Artesia Boulevard adjacent streets.
Clark Anaheim-Spring Community Meeting
Clark Avenue Complete Street Project: Phase II (Anaheim Street to Spring Street) Community Meeting 1/22/2026 The Public Works Department invites the public for a community meeting on February 4 at 6 p.m. to learn about mobility and safety improvements planned for Clark Avenue between Anaheim Street and Spring Street.
2nd St
2nd Street Bridge Deck Replacement Project Virtual Community Meeting 1/22/2026 Please join the City of Long Beach for a virtual community meeting on February 5 at 6 p.m. to learn about the project, design progress, anticipated construction schedule, and traffic management approach.
Bay Shore Sinkhole News
Updates on Bay Shore Avenue Sinkhole 11/10/2025 The Department of Public Works is actively addressing an approximately 12-by-20-foot sinkhole that formed on Sunday, November 2, in the eastbound travel lane of Bay Shore Avenue between Vista Street and Appian Way.
Drake-Chavez Master Planning Aerial
Take the Drake-Chavez Master Planning Feedback Survey! 10/17/2025 The City of Long Beach is asking for your input to help create a shared vision for more open space and improvements in the surrounding area! This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make sure the parks reflect the needs, priorities, and ideas of the community they serve. The survey is open until Jan. 18, 2026.