Summary
An ad hoc committee is gathering balanced information on ranked-choice voting, planning meetings with the League of Women Voters and RCV advocates before forming a commission opinion.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
A charter amendment election would go on a regular ballot to avoid special election costs; voter education could cost millions.
Voters who would gain a clearer picture of how ranked-choice voting could work in Long Beach.
Communities whose votes could face adverse consequences if voter education is inadequate, per the dissenting commissioner.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Commission for Women and Girls - Aug 26, 2026
The Commission endorsed sending a letter to City Council recommending Long Beach adopt ranked choice voting, which would end vote-splitting primaries and decide local races in one November election. Supporters cite better representation for women and candidates of color; skeptics worry about voter education costs and insufficient community outreach.
Commission for Women and Girls - Feb 25, 2026
An ad hoc committee is gathering balanced information on ranked-choice voting, planning meetings with the League of Women Voters and RCV advocates before forming a commission opinion.
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