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Community Meeting on Crime in Rose Park |
Meeting in Rose Park July 10 5:30 pm
RPNA will host a community meeting with Commander Michael Beckman of the East Division PD in Rose Park.
Commander Beckman will speak to our community on recent crime statistics, patrol frequency and safety measures. We all have important questions about our neighborhood and the burglaries in Rose Park. The LBPD is responding to our request for a special meeting and this can be a good time to meet Commander Beckman and have your issues addressed. Please attend this meeting, it will begin promptly at 5:30 and is expected to to last one hour. |
Letter from Our Vice Mayor on E. 7th St. Improvement |
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Working to Revitalize an Important Corridor - 7th Street
I have been working with our neighborhood representatives to bring change and revitalization to 7th Street - an important corridor that connects East and West Long Beach, but has historically rendered businesses and communities in the middle little more than passing thoughts.
Over the next couple months and beyond, residents will witness a dramatic change in the appearance of 7th Street as we repave the street, enhance the intersections, repair sidewalks, plant trees and improve the overall pedestrian experience.
There will be times of inconvenience associated with construction, but our contractors and city staff are doing their best to complete the job as quickly as possible and with the fewest interruptions to our daily routines. What awaits us on the other side of completion is a dramatically improved corridor that sets the foundation and tone for prosperity, increased public safety and community identity.
Here are the elements of the project:
~ In order to improve ride quality, appearance, and to extend the useful life of the pavement on 7th Avenue, the City has contracted with All American Asphalt Contracting to reconstruct the pavement between Alamitos Avenue and Junipero Avenue. The project is scheduled to begin construction on July 5th, 2012 and is scheduled for completion, barring weather or other unforeseen delays, by August 31, 2012.
~ The project will involve the installation of traffic signal conduit for future fiber optic lines; removal and replacement of damaged sidewalk and curb/gutter; ADA compliant ramps; new tree wells; repair of damaged asphalt street sections, asphalt overlay, and decorative crosswalks at Alamitos, Cerritos, Orange, Nebraska, Walnut, Cherry, and Junipero.
~ The Contractor is tentatively scheduled to perform the asphalt paving the week of August 3, 2012. The asphalt removal work will take place during the day; however, in order to reduce the amount of working days needed to complete the project and to improve ride quality, the asphalt overlay will be performed at night. Further notifications will be forthcoming with specific information regarding the proposed night work. It is advised that alternative routes be utilized during the planned night work activities.
~ The City's intention is to maintain as much of the existing parking as possible. Parking will only be restricted in those areas where temporary "No Parking" signs are posted.
~ Should you have questions regarding the project, please call the hotline number listed below. You may also e-mail any comments or questions to cbaca@willdan.com. All phone calls and e-mails will be returned within 24 hours.
Construction updates and information:
You may leave comments and questions on the hotline.
All calls will be returned within 24 hours. |
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To view:
* On the Internet
* www.lbtv3.com. Scroll down to the Video on Demand (VOD)
feature and click on the "Long Beach Connect" thumbnail.
* On television -- Charter Cable channel 3 or Verizon FiOS
channel 21:
* Mon, Wed and Fri at 6:30 am, 12:00 pm and 8:30 pm
* Tue and Thu at 6:30 am and 12:00 pm
* Sat at 6:30 am
* Sun at 6:30 am and 8:30 pm
"Long Beach Connect", our weekly news/calendar show, covers the latest 411
from press events to local entertainment. The latest episode includes the
following segments:
* iClip Golden Bicyle Award - The Mayor receives an award recognizing
our city's support for bicycle saftey.
* iClip Heal The Bay - Long Beach recreational waters make the grade
this year.
* iClip Hire-A-Youth Kick Off - Pacific Gateway kicks off a summer of
connecting area business with work-ready youth employees.
* iClip Rancho Los Alamitos Visitor Center Reopening - A new visitor
center and exhibit space are on display.
* PSA Library Summer Reading Club - Summer reading, and a chance to win
prizes, goes high tech.
* PSA Movies in the Park - Spend time with the family at these free fim
screenings.
* PSA No Drugs Down The Drain - Learn how to safely dispose of old
medicines.
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Art Walk/East Village Second Saturdays 4pm-9pm |
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Located on Linden between 1st & Broadway
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July 21 Craftsman Village New Park Groundbreaking |
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8th & Orange 10am to Noon |
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July 21 Willmore City Heritage Fundraiser-Auction |
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With Sangria 953 N. Park Circle the Bembridge House
1-5pm |
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Aug 19 Rose Park Bluegrass Festival |
The Second Annual Rose Park Bluegrass Festival will once again bring all-American music, activities, food, and summer fun to the iconic Long Beach neighborhood on Sunday, August 19th from 12 until 5pm.
The free festival, to be held in the roundabout park at East Eighth St. and Orizaba, will feature Bluegrass music acts, and variety entertainment on stage, great food from Long Beach's best eateries, and all ages activities throughout the park that are sure to amuse you and yours.
In keeping with tradition.... Four special Rose Park residents will be recognized on stage during the awarding of the "Distinguished Roses" designation.
This neighborhood event is a collaboration between GDH and the Rose Park Neighborhood Association, with support from The Office of Vice Mayor Suja Lowenthal, The Long Beach Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Long Beach office of Special Events and Filming. |
Nominate Someone You Know for the 2012 Distinguished Rose award! |
On Sunday August 19th 2012, the Rose Park Bluegrass Festival will be designating 4 new outstanding recipients of the coveted "Distinguished Rose" award. We need to hear from you, about the people who you think make Rose Park such a wonderful place to live. Whether it's somebody who advocates for neighborhood improvements, somebody who regularly participates in neighborhood clean ups, or somebody who merely helps their next door neighbor take out their trash, we want to know who and why. Recipients will be honored on the day of the festival with a one-of-a-kind framed certificate, a beautiful red rose and a commemorative brick to be placed on the walkway in Rose Park. Past winners include:
- Vice Mayor Suja Lowenthal (2nd District Councilmember)
- Emily Stevens (President of the RPNA)
- Gretchen Swanson (Restoration Trade Fair)
- Officer Claudia Lopez (LBPD)
There is no age requirement, but nominees must be residents of Rose Park or Rose Park South (subject to verification). Please submit your nomination(s) for the 2012 "Distinguished Rose" award, along with a brief description of why you think they deserve this honor.
*Please Note: the organizers of the Rose Park Bluegrass Festival and GDH INC ultimately decide all award winners. The RPNA is a collaborative partner of this event, but does not decide the recipients of the "Distinguished Rose" award.
Submit your nominations here: -------> I know a person that deserves this Tell people, like it on FB, donate, volunteer ..
Find on Facebook Rose Park Bluegrass |
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It's Time to Renew your RPNA Membership! |
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Rose Park Neighborhood Association relies on voluntary membership annual dues.
Do you like what your neighborhood association is doing?
We need your support!
RPNA maintains a PO Box, phone number, monthly newsletter and distributes literature to our neighborhood while hosting community events and helpful assistance.
Your neighborhood is represented for many city meetings, planning discussions and safety issues. We are available to assist and inform new residents and old with the restoration processes and guidelines.
Please support your neighborhood association by renewing or becoming a member. The annual dues are $25.00
Click on the movie below to watch our 2011 State of the Second District Presentation highlighting some of our events and projects.
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RPNA long sleeved tee shirts are available now. Only $18.00
Show your support or give to a friend. We have such a beautiful logo, why not wear it?
Purchase these at the UPS store on 7th & Redondo or email info@rpna.org
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Historic E. 7th Street & Historical District Banners Are Installed on E. 7th |
Efforts to improve E. 7th Street are ongoing and participation in these projects is appreciated. If you would like to be a part of this project, we need you! email info@rpna.org or shop7thstreet@gmail.com |
About Rose Park Neighborhood Association
To become a member of RPNA your neighborhood association click here |
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RPNA 3350 E. 7th St.
Long Beach, California 90804
Rose Park Neighborhood Association
562-368-4877 |
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