Mayor’s A Trustee + Homeless Court + Collapses Could Happen Here?

It’s another beautiful day in Long Beach, the Aquatic Capital of America!

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The Biden Administration does not forget its supporters during the grueling election season. Mayor Robert Garcia was rewarded with a trustee position for the Truman Scholarship Foundation. Also, the City is hosting a homeless court that could help people in this demographic clean up their criminal records and find services. Finally, the Florida building collapse is alarming to the City’s Building Superintendent, however, his take on the situation is anything but comforting.

First Things First: Today’s Weather, Weather Alert, and Allergy Outlook

Sunny Southern California doesn’t disappoint, with June temperatures reaching 79° for the high and 64° for the low. It’ll be partly cloudy and warm out here.

Even though it’s grass pollen season, along with chenopods, levels of pollen in the air are increasing slightly but still considered low to medium.

The Five News Headlines That Everyone’s Talking About

1. The White House has nominated Mayor Robert Garcia to serve as a trustee for the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation. It offers financial support for anyone pursuing careers in public service. (LB Post)
2. The City will host a second session of its Homeless Court on July 21. The goal is to connect someone experiencing homelessness with resources while removing active warrants, expunging past convictions, and providing other legal services that allow for a fresh start. (LB City Prosecutor)
3. The LB Building Superintendent considers the South Florida building collapse “alarming.” He explains that the “city has been proactive” and code enforcement personnel are working to make sure older LB high rises are up to code. Nevertheless, he states, “collapses could happen anytime.” (CBSLA)
4. The City announces it has a BizCare Outreach Team that helps small businesses navigate grant applications, loan availability, and technical assistance. Small business owners can reach out to 562.570.4BIZ (4249) or visit one of its pop-ups. (City of LB)
5. Byron Reed will be the first president of the LB Center for Economic Inclusion. This organization has already partnered with 25 community organizations and supported more than 150 small businesses in the last year. (LB Business Journal)

What’s Happening Today in Long Beach?

• Drive-thru food distribution at St. Barnabas Parish, 3955 Orange Avenue. (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
• Curated maker market at 636 North Locust Avenue. (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Dance & Booty Band Fitness on the Beach Access Road. (12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
• Corgi Summer Social on Pine Avenue (there’ll be a Corgi-themed Paint Pawty at The Pie Bar!). (3 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
• Blues returns to the amphitheater at Cesar Chavez Park. Hear the dulcet tones of the Long Beach Blues Society All Stars, She Wears Black, and The Disciples. (3 p.m. to 5 p.m.)
• Born This Gay Pride Event at Recreation Park. (3 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
• KCRW invites you to an advanced virtual screening of the new documentary feature “Summer of Soul.” (beginning at 12 a.m.)

Today’s Long Beach Patch Notebook

It may not fit into news or events, but you sure want to know about it!

• The City offers a comprehensive resource for those in need of food and clothing assistance.

That’s it! You’re now in the know and ready to weigh in at the water cooler. Better yet, head out and experience Long Beach! I’ll bring you another serving of tasty news and events morsels tomorrow.

-Sylvia

Sylvia Cochran is a freelance writer who has lived more than 20 years in Long Beach and its various neighborhoods. I love books, dogs, volunteering, and embrace social justice. If you have a juicy tidbit of what’s happening locally, don’t keep it to yourself; reach out by emailing me at longbeach-ca@patch.com!