Vote Out Incumbents + Vaccination Proof + Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Hello, people of Long Beach! Sylvia here with your brand-new copy of the Long Beach Daily.

The LB City Council’s incumbents are in hot water if Governor Newsom signs SB 9. Also, only fully vaccinated patrons may attend performances at the Art Theatre. Finally, the police want to hear from you if you witnessed the fatal motorcycle accident near LB Memorial.

First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 76 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories in Long Beach today:

1. Corliss Lee, President of Eastside Voice, urges LB voters to remove incumbent candidates in Districts 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 during the 2022 election cycle. These council members refused to make SB 9 an agenda item. You may recall that this is the bill, which recently passed, that would make LB “allow up to four dwelling units on single family lots.” (This assumes Governor Gavin Newsom will sign it into law.) (LBReport)
2. Art Theatre of Long Beach attendees need to show proof of vaccination. This new policy starts on Monday, 9-13. “As a public institution people will view this in all different lenses, but there’s only one lens for us, which is we want to keep our patrons and our employees safe,” said Board Chairperson Jan van Djis. (The HiLo)
3. If you witnessed the fatal motorcycle crash that happened Sunday near Pacific Avenue and 23rd Street, please contact Det. Shawn Loughlin or Det. Kelsey Myers of the Long Beach Police Department Collision Investigation Detail at 562-570-7355. (LB Post)
4. The LB Public Library is launching “Dive into School,” which is an online and in-person kindergarten readiness program. Online users need to use the Beanstack app while those preferring the in-person experience should head to the Billie Jean King Main Library at 200 West Broadway. (City of LB)
5. Lakewood’s Lancers swept LB Poly in volleyball. The season opener promised to be an epic battle between these skilled teams, and fans were not disappointed. (The 562)

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Today in Long Beach

• Volunteer to Pack/Deliver Meals for Ill, Disabled, & Elderly Home-bound Residents with Meals on Wheels, 317 Termino Avenue. (7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
• In-Person Long Beach Tai Chi for Beginners at Marine Stadium Park, 5300 East Eliot Street. (11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.)
• Grey LB is hosting an open house at 237 LB Boulevard. (4 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
• Tian performs at the Sevilla Restaurant & Tapas Bar, 140 Pine Avenue. (7 p.m. to 10 p.m.)
• Soul Invasion at Boomers Cocktails playing Northern Soul, SKA, and Boss Reggae, 5456 Del Amo Boulevard. (9 p.m.)

Long Beach Patch Notebook

• Long Beach Antique Market: "Treasure hunt ready? RSVP - Yes!! To enter to win a Free Pass for you and your guest Sunday Sept 19 @emily_twirls found this incredible 1950s Mid Century Mod wood starburst Clock at the @longbeachantiquemarket #midcenturyliving #sunbu..." (Instagram)
• The Arts Council for Long Beach is now accepting applications for its 2021-2022 Annual Grant Cycle.
• The South Coast Chorale, the LGBT Chorus of LB, is looking for a part-time executive director.
• Long Beach City: " Don't wait, apply today! Our Emergency Rental Assistance Program application period is still open." (Facebook)
• Long Beach Public Library: "The Mark Twain Neighborhood Library will have modified open hours this week for needed HVAC repair. Modified Twain Hours: Tue. 8/31: 10AM - 5PM Wed. 9/1: 11AM - 5PM Thu. 9/2: 10AM - 5PM Fri. 9/3: 10AM - 5PM Sat. 9/4: CLOSED (in observati..." (Facebook)

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— Sylvia Cochran

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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