Overflowing trash receptacles near shoreline restaurants
Long Beach
Summary
Trash cans near Gladstone's and other waterfront restaurants overflow daily, and wind spreads the litter. Members want more frequent service or added receptacles.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Cost estimates aren't available yet while the technology is being evaluated.
Beachgoers, boaters, and restaurant visitors who'd enjoy a cleaner shoreline.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Marine Advisory Commission Marine and Beach Maintenance/Operations Committee - May 14, 2026
Commissioners flagged heavy litter along the Junipero Beach access road and trash washing up from higher tides. Staff said 292 tons were removed in March and promised quicker responses to emailed complaints.
Marine Advisory Commission Tidelands Capital Projects Committee - Mar 12, 2026
The council will consider an MOU Tuesday to partner with LA County and the Ocean Cleanup on a new trash capture system to keep debris off local beaches.
Marine Advisory Commission Executive Committee - Jan 2, 2026
Trash cans near Gladstone's and other waterfront restaurants overflow daily, and wind spreads the litter. Members want more frequent service or added receptacles.
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