It often seems that when it comes to running government, everyone thinks they could do a better job than most elected officials. If you're of the "I could do it better" crowd, or you'd just like to share some of your ideas with Mayor Bob Foster, now is your chance.
Foster is asking the public to submit ideas and suggestions to improve Long Beach through his 2009 State of the City Web site. Just click on the "ideas" box. The State of the City address will take place at 6 p.m. on Jan. 13 at Cal State Long Beach in the Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 Atherton St. The address will be preceded by the weekly council meeting and for the first time in years will be free and open to the public.
Tickets can be reserved through the State of the City Web site or by calling 562-570-5089. Two tickets may be reserved per street address.
Paul Eakins reports on Long Beach City Hall, and local and regional
politics. A newcomer to the Press-
Kris Hanson reports on the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles,
covering environmental issues, economic triumphs and
pitfalls and trade trends of America’s largest port.
He also writes a weekly column “On The Waterfront”,
appearing Tuesdays, and also produces an occassional video
and column titled “On The Job,” which follows the hard-working
men and women who keep Southern California’s economy humming.
Karen Robes Meeks came to work for the Press-
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