January 2012 Archives

City of Long Beach and LA County want to teach residents how they can conserve energy and save money at an energy fair. The event is on Thursday, Jan. 26 from 6-8 p.m. at the Expo Art Gallery, 4321 Atlantic Ave.
Here's the press release:

Learn How to Make Home Energy Efficiency Improvements;
Receive up to $8,000 in Rebates at Energy Upgrade CA Kick-off on Jan. 26

The City of Long Beach and LA County invites all residents to attend the Energy Upgrade CA Kick-Off Event on Thursday, January 26, from 6-8 pm at the Expo Art Gallery, 4321 Atlantic Ave., in Long Beach.

The event will feature a resource fair of booths and displays, a chance to meet with green industry experts, and a special presentation on how to save money, increase energy and water efficiency, and earn up to $8,000 in rebates from Energy Upgrade CA.

"Energy efficiency improvements save energy and money in the long run," Mayor Bob Foster said. "Many residents have already taken steps to make their home greener.  I encourage the Long Beach community to join their neighbors and take advantage of this Energy Upgrade opportunity."

Energy Upgrade California, a statewide home energy efficiency program for California homeowners, is providing rebates and incentives for homeowners who make energy-saving improvements to their homes. Rebates are administered through the Long Beach Department of Gas & Oil and Southern California Edison.

Energy inefficiencies can stem from problems ranging from air leaks to outdated heating and cooling systems. An integrated, energy-efficient system can:
       
·        Save energy and lower utility bills
·        Improve home comfort
·        Provide a healthier living space
·        Conserve resources and reduce greenhouse gases
·        Increase home value

For more information, or to RSVP for the Kick-Off event (which features an opportunity drawing for prizes, visit www.sustainablelb.com. Information is also available by calling the Energy Upgrade California's toll-free hotline at 1.877.785.2237, or by stopping by Long Beach City Hall Lobby to see the new Environmental Information Center. 

Candidates for upcoming city elections will speak and be available Saturday, Jan. 21 at another of the candidate brunches that Dan Pressburg hosts on occasion in North Long Beach. Here's the information from Pressburg:

Event:                                 Candidate Brunch

Date:                                Saturday, 21 January 2012

                                                                                                          

                                             Featured Guests:

             

2^nd District      Hon Suja Lowenthal, Mike Kramer, Janet Ballantyne

4^th District       Hon. Patrick O'Donnell, Daryl Supernaw, John Watkins,

6th District       Hon Dee Andrews (unopposed)

8th District       Al Austin, Lillian Kawasaki,Gustavo Rivera

Media: LBReport.com, Long Beach Press Telegram, Long Beach Business Journal, Signal Tribune,

          Gazette Newspapers,  LA Times, Daily News, OC Register 

 

Time:                       09:30am to 1:00pm

 

Place:            The Historical Long Beach Dairy and Creamery

                        167 E. South ST. LB 90805

 

Food:         Quiche, Bacon, Sausage, Scones, Milk, Coffee

 

Sponsors :        Long Beach Dairy and Creamery, North Long Beach Neighborhood

                  Associations, South Street Community Watch

                      

 

 

RSVP:              562-428-7710  

 

As the primary election draws near we will be hosting a candidate breakfast for

all candidates running for city Council. This event is open to city advocates, the public and media. Please bring your information to share with others such your bio, platform, etc. For those of you who are new this is a casual event provided for candidates in a neutral setting with an opportunity to meet local media.

 

This event is also an opportunity to meet the candidates one on one and ask for their

Platform and plans for the city of Long Beach.

 

Come join us Saturday January 21^st for an interesting morning with candidates from across the city of Long Beach.

 

Call or Fax 562-428-7710  if you have any questions

Local fashion designer Remy Hou, fresh off presenting his line at Cambodia's inaugural Fashion
Week, is having a special showing and red carpet event at Hak Heang Restaurant, 2041 Anaheim Street beginning at 6:30 p.m.  Tickets are $35. Here's the flier:

  The CRST trucking company is looking for drivers and will hold a recruitment and hiring event through the Harbor WorkSource Center in San Pedro Tuesday, Jan, 24 in San Pedro.
 Here are details from Pacific Gateway:


Truck Driver Hiring Event on January 24, 2012

The Harbor WorkSource Center is conducting a hiring event for current openings for Class A driver positions. Pacific Gateway offers free services to both businesses and job seekers through the Harbor WorkSource Center, and is partnering with CRST, one of the largest trucking companies in the United States, to help fill available positions.

The recruitment will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 10:00 am at the Harbor WorkSource Center, 1851 N. Gaffey Street, Suite F, San Pedro, CA  90731.  

Salary for these positions is $400 -$1,300 per week, depending on experience, with immediate medical coverage, a 401k-retirement plan after 90 days, a "20 days on, 10 days off" schedule and full benefits.

CRST offers company-sponsored, tuition-free, Class A training programs with new classes beginning every week. Even in this difficult economy, CRST is growing and is currently hiring for newly created positions.

Pacific Gateway is the region's public workforce agency. In addition to helping job seekers find employment, Pacific Gateway serves businesses through customized and on-the-Job training programs, access to available tax credits and incentives, and other assistance to help businesses grow. For more information, visit www.pacific-gateway.org or call 1.800.292.7200.

  The CRST trucking company is looking for drivers and will hold a recruitment and hiring event through the Harbor WorkSource Center in San Pedro Tuesday, Jan, 24 in San Pedro.
 Here are details from Pacific Gateway:


Truck Driver Hiring Event on January 24, 2012

The Harbor WorkSource Center is conducting a hiring event for current openings for Class A driver positions. Pacific Gateway offers free services to both businesses and job seekers through the Harbor WorkSource Center, and is partnering with CRST, one of the largest trucking companies in the United States, to help fill available positions.

The recruitment will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 10:00 am at the Harbor WorkSource Center, 1851 N. Gaffey Street, Suite F, San Pedro, CA  90731.  

Salary for these positions is $400 -$1,300 per week, depending on experience, with immediate medical coverage, a 401k-retirement plan after 90 days, a "20 days on, 10 days off" schedule and full benefits.

CRST offers company-sponsored, tuition-free, Class A training programs with new classes beginning every week. Even in this difficult economy, CRST is growing and is currently hiring for newly created positions.

Pacific Gateway is the region's public workforce agency. In addition to helping job seekers find employment, Pacific Gateway serves businesses through customized and on-the-Job training programs, access to available tax credits and incentives, and other assistance to help businesses grow. For more information, visit www.pacific-gateway.org or call 1.800.292.7200.

  Rob Zur Schmiede will talk about the new face of development in Long Beach and Tim Lee will discuss flood insurance at the next meeting of the Wrigley Area Neighborhood Alliance Monday, Jan. 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Veterans Park, 101 E. 28th St .
  Zur Schmiede the Deputy Director of Development will talk about the future of development and redevelopment in the city in the face of recent court decisions.
  Free parking and free on-site child care. Information is available by calling 562-427-5021 or by email at wrigleyalliance@gmail.com

 Neighborhoods USA, a nonprofit group that advocates for neighborhood leadership and development is looking for members for its board of directors. In recent years, Long Beach neighborhoods have been big winners in the organization's national contest recognizing community groups. Neighborhood leaders interested in taking the next step in involvement with the group have until Feb. to apply.

Here's the info:

Running for Neighborhoods, USA Board of Directors Applications for those interested in running for Neighborhoods, USA Board of Directors are due by February 1, 2012.  

  

NUSA is governed by a 21-member Board of Directors.  Board members serve three years and are elected by the NUSA membership during the annual conference which will be held May 23-26, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Board members serve voluntarily and at their own expense.

 

• Must be a member of NUSA for at least one year.
• Must have attended one previous NUSA conference within the last 3 years.
• All 2012 prospective candidates must have attended one of the Running for the NUSA Board workshops held during an annual NUSA conference.  Also, future prospective candidates should take one of the Running for the NUSA Board workshops being offered at the 2012 NUSA conference.
• Must be able to attend, at the board member's own expense, the three (3) board meetings held annually in the Fall (mandatory), February/March (not mandatory, but attendance is preferred) and May (mandatory).
• Must attend the opening breakfast during the annual conference.
• Must attend the Saturday NUSA Business Meeting during the annual conference.
• Must attend the Saturday closing breakfast during the annual conference.
• Must submit a 2"x3" or 3"x5" color photo along with their application postmarked by February 1, 2012.

A presentation on lead poisoning prevention is being offered Tuesday, Jan. 17. Here are details:


Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program

Long Beach residents are invited to the MacArthur Park/Whittier School Neighborhood monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 17, 2012, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Mark Twain Neighborhood Library located at 1401 E. Anaheim St. in the Community Room.  Free parking is available at the library parking lot.  Translation will be provided in Khmer and Spanish.

Gabriela Madrigal, Department of Health and Human Services will give a presentation about Lead Hazard Control Program.

·        Learn how to protect your children from lead poisoning at an early age


Tuesday, January 17, 2012
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Mark Twain Neighborhood Library (Community Room)
1401 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach

For more information, please call  

Bryant S. Ben at (562) 570-1691 or email bryant.ben@longbeach.gov.

Translation will be provided in Khmer and Spanish

 Although the Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Parade and Celebration are the climax of events remembering the late civil rights leader, Councilman Dee Andrews and the community have expanded the event into a week of activities to remember the man and his message. Those events kick off Saturday with the annual Peace March on Saturday, Jan. 7 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park.

 Here's the release from the city:

  In an effort to lift the consciousness of the community about Dr. MartinLuther King Jr.'s legacy and principals, Councilman Dee Andrews introduced Peace Week, a series of week-long activities designed to unify the community.

  Peace Week begins with a  Candlelight Peace Walk on Saturday, January 7, 2012. Please, bring your family and your friends.

 Join us as we remember those whose lives have been lost by violence, as well as the many youth in our community who have a promising future.

 Walk with us to show our city that we stand united. Walk with us to represent peace, love and understanding---the true essence of community. Walk with us.

Who: The community
What: Candlelight Peace March
Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave.
When: Sarturday, Jan. 7, 5 p.m.

 For more information call (562) 570-6816 "Light refreshments will be served after the March"

 Co-Sponsors: Long Beach Police Department, Long Beach Parks, Recreation & Marine, Long
Beach Department of Health & Human Services, NAG, New Generations, Peace Garden, CNAC,
California Families In Focus, Long Beach Boys & Girls Club, Centro CHA, Inc., United Cambodian
Community, AIM, NAACP, and Poly PAAL