Summary
Long Beach could become a stop on a regional ferry network linking Belmont Pier and the Queen Mary to San Pedro, Santa Monica, and Malibu — pitched as an Olympic-ready, congestion-relieving transit option. The council directed staff to formally engage; actual service and any city investment remain to be negotiated.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
No city dollars committed yet — the pitch relies on private investment and regional partners.
Commuters and tourists who'd get a car-free coastal option, plus waterfront businesses and Belmont Pier revitalization efforts.
Some speakers questioned whether public investment would favor coastal areas over other neighborhoods without an equity lens.
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