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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Long Beach public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
CalKids college savings accounts
A resident urged the city to promote CalKids, a state program giving every California newborn a college savings account — only about 20% have been claimed. Kids with accounts are far more likely to attend college.
2026 Long Beach College and Career Expo
The October 13 expo at the Convention Center will bus up to 30 busloads of students from 13 schools to meet more than 170 college and career representatives, with free parking in the evening.
Educational access and quality listening session
The commission approved a framework for a community listening session on education barriers, tentatively set for September 2. Some commissioners worried the date falls in the hectic first weeks of school; the chair will finalize the date offline.
Youth voice in workforce board governance
The board is weighing how to formally include youth voices — via a youth advisory council, subcommittee, or youth board — while avoiding overly formal structures that could expose students to public backlash. Staff will bring options back next meeting.