COVID In Schools + Citizen Complaint Commission + Best Of LB 2021

Hey, people of Long Beach! It's me again, Sylvia, your host of the Long Beach Daily.

As of today, the LBUSD had 272 COVID-19 cases. Also, there are complaints about the Citizen Complaint Commission. Finally, who might get to display the Best of Long Beach 2021 certificate?

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 86 Low: 66.

Here are the top stories in Long Beach today:

1. LBUSD has 272 confirmed COVID-19 cases. Of these, 252 are students, 19 are employees, and one is a vendor. Schools with the highest numbers of reported infections are Cubberly and Newcomb. Schools without any reported infections are Marshall and Cabrillo. In related news, the LAUSD will require students 12 and older to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Student athletes must be fully vaccinated by October 31, remaining students have until December 19. (LBUSD, LBReport, LB Post)
2. If you have something to say about the future of the Long Beach Citizens Police Complaint Commission, the people in charge want to hear it. There will be a listening session next week, Thursday on Zoom. A second session takes places in-person at Browning HS a week later. Criticism has included the inability of the Commission to affect any change. (LB Post)
3. The Best of Long Beach 2021 votes are being tallied. Preliminary results show that the Pow Wow Art Collective, DJ Steven Andrew, Fine Artist Eddie Jelinet, Local Band Boy Called Cute, the Fingerprints Record Shop, Photographer Amanda Holzhauer, Caterer Primal Alchemy, Barber Gabi at Blackraven Parlour, Attorney Kaitlin Kellogg, Bartender Conor at Poor Richards, Fitness Coach Cristoffer Hansen at ICONIX, Community Leader Justin Rudd, Dentist Greg Campbell, Dog Walker Shore Doggs, Eyebrow Artist Larissa at Wax N Blush, Hair Stylist Stephany van Stone at London Lights, Real Estate Agent Danielle Fehmel, Social Media Influencer Brian Addison, Teacher Narong Ngeth at Hamilton Middle School, Barista Breezy at Coffee Drunk, Tattoo Artist Kari Barba at Outer Limits, Mental Health Provider Ethel Daniels, Team Coach Blake Lovato at Millikan HS, and Yoga Instructor Nicole Bushong are leading the pack in their respective niches. (Best of Long Beach 2021)
4. LBPD Chief Robert Luna intends to retire in December. He has been in his position since 2014. Mayor Robert Garcia noted that he had “served with him since my early days as mayor and he’s been an incredible partner and friend.” Critics point out that Chief Luna leaves behind a surge in shootings, a de-funded anti-gang unit, and approximately 250 de-funded officer positions. (City of LB, LBReport)
5. The Long Beach Rescue Mission is asking residents to step up and volunteer. There are openings in all areas. Examples include the thrift store, kitchen, learning center, chapel, and mentorship program. (LB Local News)

Today in Long Beach:

• Celebration of Peace and Unity, online and at the Unity Monument, 2271 Temple Avenue in Signal Hill. (9 a.m. to 11 a.m.)
• In-person Community Mapping Workshop for redistricting at Billie Jean King Main Library Meeting Room B, 200 West Broadway. (10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.)
• Craft Beer Fest at Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Road (this is a family-friendly event). (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.)
• East Village Walking Tour, 19 Linden Avenue. (3 p.m.)
• Long Beach Camerata Singers: 9/11 Remembered at Long Beach Marine Stadium. (5:30 p.m.)

Long Beach Patch Notebook

• Long Beach State Athletics: "One week ago today, we broke an attendance record for the most students EVER at a volleyball game. Thank you all for coming out last Thursday, make sure to continue the support! #GoBeach #TBT" (Instagram)
• Long Beach State Athletics: "One. Week. Away. Your @lbsumwp home opener against UCLA is on Friday, September 17th at 7pm. Purchase your tickets NOW by clicking the link in our bio! #GoBeach" (Instagram)
• Historical Society of Long Beach: "Curious about what it is like to attend the Historical Cemetery Tour ? Visit our website to learn more about the tour and watch videos from the previous years for FREE! Then buy your ticket for this year’s tour! This one-of-kind living e..." (Facebook)
• Long Beach Police Department (CA): "Just a reminder! Our “Coffee with a Cop” event is next Thursday, Sept. 16 from 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at Portuguese Bend Distilling, 300 The Promenade N. Join our South Division officers to get to know them better & talk about the commun..." (Facebook)
• Long Beach City: "Sign up to #TruckAlert to receive notifications about traffic conditions within the Port of Long Beach. https://www.facebook.com/PortofLB/photos/a.164526918915/10161476554208916/" (Facebook)

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About me: Sylvia Cochran works out of sunny Southern California and has been freelance writing full-time since 2005. Her SEO-optimized internet copy includes social media marketing projects and German to English business translations. She loves dogs, cats, books, plays Fishdom (don't judge), embraces social justice, and tries to live out Micah 6:8.

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