Keyword: 'City Manager' | Herald Community Newspapers

Keyword: City Manager

183 results total, viewing 31 - 40

The City Council unanimously approved an $8.4 million bond measure on Aug. 15 for a slew of infrastructure projects throughout the city, as part of a capital improvement plan that was approved in … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 8/27/14

The city plans to install a 2,300-foot-long seawall along Reynolds Channel, as well as adjustable barriers and other initiatives along the bay.

Long Beach moves forward on protection plan

Nine months after Gov. Andrew Cuomo came to Long Beach and announced that the state would provide $13 million to fund flood protection measures for the city’s industrial district, the City Council … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 8/6/14

Boardwalk directories, like this one at Riverside beach, will include maps of local businesses.

L.B. aims to boost tourism, support local businesses with new initiatives

While last summer could be considered something of a rebound for Long Beach in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the city seems to be riding high this season, basking in good publicity and … more

By Alexandra Spychalsky | 7/25/14

Gov. Cuomo, pictured on National Boulevard days after Hurricane Sandy,on Wednesday that the state will provide funding to cover local governments’ costs to repair and rebuild infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Sandy.

Cuomo: State to cover city’s share of Sandy rebuilding

Gov. Cuomo announced on Wednesday that the state will provide funding to cover local governments’ costs to repair and rebuild infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Sandy. As part of the Federal … more

By Alexandra Spychalsky | 7/23/14

The Seastreak ferry operates from Rockaway, with multiple runs to lower Manhattan and midtown for $3.50 each way.

Rockaway ferry expects spike in ridership ahead of LIRR strike

With thousands of commuters facing a possible strike this Sunday, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said that in addition to an existing ferry service in Rockaway, it will add a free ferry … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 7/15/14

Trees were taken down on the 300 block of East Beech Street in mid-June.

Tree removal sparks residents’ ire

At last week’s City Council meeting, officials addressed residents’ concerns about the citywide removal of damaged and dead trees over the past two months. City workers began removing the … more

By Alexandra Spychalsky | 7/9/14

Long Beach City Council approves fee increases

The City Council approved increases last week in residential parking permit fees; water and sewer and sanitation rates; and bus fares, a measure that officially balances the recently approved budget … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 6/25/14

Moody's announced Monday that it improved the city’s outlook from stable to positive.

‘Positive’ news for city’s bond rating

Moody’s Investors Service, the credit rating agency that downgraded the city’s bond rating two years ago to just a step above junk bond status, announced Monday that it improved the city’s … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 6/11/14

Former Long Beach City Manager Charles Theofan passed away on Thursday.

Former Long Beach City Manager Charles Theofan dies

Former Long Beach City Manager Charles Theofan, who served twice as city manager under the Republican-led Coalition City Council, and was praised for his leadership during Tropical Storm Irene, died … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 6/6/14

Winner Brandon Abasolo, 23, of Long Beach, finished with a time of 56:43.

L.B. hosts its annual City Manager’s 10-mile run

The city held its 38th annual City Manager’s 10-mile Trophy Run this Memorial Day weekend. Former city recreation leader Ralph Kaplan spearheaded the race in 1977, the second race ever … more

By Jasmine Blennau | 5/29/14

« Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 … 19 | Next »

Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.