Hamilton Loop Greenbelt
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Background
The Hamilton Loop Greenbelt project was shaped by extensive community input gathered through workshops and a public survey that informed the Hamilton Loop Vision Plan. Designed to reconnect a neighborhood long divided by State Route 91 (SR-91), this community-driven initiative will transform the SR-91 embankment, underpasses, and nearby streets into a vibrant, two-mile greenbelt that links both sides of the freeway.
The Hamilton Loop is planned to feature a pedestrian path, protected bike lanes, community gardens, carbon-absorbing landscaping, play and fitness areas, a dog park, picnic spaces, and more, creating a welcoming and active public space for the community.
This project is part of the Elevate ’28 Infrastructure Investment Plan, a historic initiative dedicated to enhancing Long Beach parks, community facilities, mobility access, and streets. Learn more at lbelevate28.com.
Timeline
Overall project timeline is contingent upon contract execution, obligation of federal funds, procurement for design engineering and identifying the full amount of funding for construction. An estimated timeline will be provided once available.
Objectives
- Reconnect a neighborhood divided by freeway infrastructure
- Expand access to parks and open space by creating a new community green space
- Use landscaping to absorb carbon and create a natural buffer between freeway vehicle emissions and surrounding neighborhoods
- Improve safety and accessibility by adding a protected bike lane and a dedicated pedestrian path
Project Scope
- Pedestrian recreation path
- Protected bike lane
- Community gardens
- Landscaping designed to optimize carbon sequestration
- Play and fitness equipment
- Dog park
- Picnic areas
Project Funding
This project is supported through a Port of Long Beach grant, Park Impact Fees, Measure A, Elevate '28 and the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program (currently held, see April 2025 project update below).
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Project Updates
The project is entering the early design phase, with initial efforts focused on preliminary investigations. Community engagement and outreach will follow later this year to inform future design decisions.
The City was notified of a pause in the $1.2 million 2023 Reconnecting Communities Pilot federal planning grant. However, the City has secured an additional $8,750,000 in funding to support the project’s design and construction. During the design phase, the City will assess the full funding required for construction and seek any additional resources necessary to complete the project.
The $1.2M Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant agreement will be presented to the City Council early this fall. Once the City Council approves the grant award, the agreement will be executed prior to project commencement.
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