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City Council members Eileen Goggin, far left, Anthony Eramo, Len Torres, Anissa Moore, Scott Mandel, and City Manager Jack Schnirman. Goggin was not present at Tuesday's meeting. (Photo courtesy City of Long Beach)
Council renews City Manager’s contract by 3-1 vote
The City Council voted 3-1 to renew City Manager Jack Schnirman’s contract at Tuesday’s meeting, but not before Councilwoman Anissa Moore called to postpone the vote after raising a number of … more
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A perfect example of corporate greed
I have made no secret of my opposition to the egregious tax giveaway the City of Long Beach is eager to give to luxury development giant iStar. Last Wednesday . . . more
South Nassau Communities Hospital representatives presented the results of a study that concluded that a full-service hospital with 50 beds would lose more than $10 million per year.
Residents criticize South Nassau’s proposed use of FEMA funds
South Nassau Communities Hospital presented the results of a study of the barrier island’s medical needs to more than 100 residents at Lindell Elementary School on Monday, where hospital officials said that using $170 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency and state funds to build a hospital that resident have been calling for would result in the loss of more than $10 million a year. more
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The Long Beach City Council observed Black History Month at its Feb. 16 meeting, in recognition of the countless accomplishments and contributions of African-Americans. The council honored Dina Bryant, Runnie Myles, Marcus Tinker, Marv McMoore Jr., Naomi Teemer, Nicole Hall, Sara Dingle, and Wilton Tobin for their contributions to the community and commitment to improving the lives of residents. Photo courtesy City of Long Beach
A reflection on Black History Month
For the first time in the history of Long Beach, we acknowledged Black History Month and the contributions of African-Americans to our country as well as to our beloved city. Black History … more
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City Council members Anissa Moore and Len Torres met Stephanie Espina, the director of freshman admissions at Adelphi University.
MLK Center hosts first college fair
Long Beach’s Martin Luther King Center held its first college fair on Feb. 18, part of a broader effort by the city to implement economic empowerment programs in the North Park neighborhood. more
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Kaminsky held a press conference at City Hall to announce the legislation he is in the process of submitting.
Kaminsky introduces bills to fight corruption
State Assemblyman Todd Kaminsky introduced a plan to fight public corruption at City Hall on Wednesday. It includes bills designed to widen the definition of corruption and increase penalties at the state level, while equipping district attorneys to prosecute corrupt officials locally. more
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The council closed a loophole that allowed a developer to build a controversial two-family home on West Market Street.
City cuts red tape for Sandy victims
The City Council unanimously approved a measure last week that will cut red tape for residents in the Walks and West End neighborhoods looking to elevate their homes in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. The resolution also closed a zoning loophole that allowed a developer to build a controversial two-family home on West Market Street last year and sparked a public outcry. more
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City Council members Eileen Goggin, far left, Anthony Eramo, Len Torres, Anissa Moore, Scott Mandel, and City Manager Jack Schnirman. Photo courtesy City of Long Beach
City Council at odds over presidency
City Council President Len Torres was reappointed the council’s de facto leader on Jan. 1, but not before Councilwoman Eileen Goggin argued that newly minted Councilwoman Anissa Moore — who … more
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Anissa Moore was sworn into office by State Supreme Court Justice Sharon Gianelli at the ceremony on Jan. 1. Photos by Susan Grieco/Herald
Moore lauded at historic inauguration
Anissa Moore, who brushed off an initial lack of support from the local Democratic club after she was not chosen to run for City Council in the September primary and went on to collect the most … more
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The city council approved a $15 million revenue anticipation note last week to cover ongoing costs associated with Hurricane Sandy.
City borrows $15 million to cover ongoing Sandy repairs
The City Council approved a $15 million borrowing measure at last week’s meeting to cover the costs of ongoing rebuilding projects more than three years after Hurricane Sandy. The council … more
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