Summary
The city's long-range plan for parks and open space is being updated, with survey data showing safety, restrooms and maintenance as top resident concerns — and about 80% of residents not actively using parks. Work was paused over budget constraints and may continue in-house.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Consultant work was paused due to declining revenue; the department is deciding what can be done in-house.
All residents, especially those in park-poor neighborhoods like Central, West and North Long Beach.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Parks and Recreation Commission - Sep 17, 2026
The city's long-range plan for parks and open space is being updated, with survey data showing safety, restrooms and maintenance as top resident concerns — and about 80% of residents not actively using parks. Work was paused over budget constraints and may continue in-house.
Planning Commission - Sep 3, 2026
Long Beach is updating the parks and open space chapter of its general plan. A survey of 1,500+ residents found safety, restrooms, and maintenance are the biggest barriers to park use, and budget cuts paused consultant work in December. Staff hopes to finish the update within a year.
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