May 5, 2020 | Coronavirus Update
Yesterday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that this Friday, May 8, some businesses will be able to reopen with limitations such as curbside pickup only service. The action marks the beginning of the state’s implementation of Stage 2 (of 4) to reopen...
Apr 13, 2020 | Coronavirus Update
On Friday, April 10, the City of Long Beach amended the Safer At Home order, extending it to May 15 and creating additional rules and guidelines for businesses and residents. Below are key new rules affecting businesses. Click here for additional, detailed guidelines....
Apr 13, 2020 | Coronavirus Update
In a crucial effort to assess the potential impacts of the current public health crisis to Long Beach businesses, local advocacy organizations including the Council of Business Associations (COBA), Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) and Long Beach Area Chamber of...
Apr 7, 2020 | Coronavirus Update
There are several governmental telebriefings taking place this week regarding the public health crisis and available relief resources, each directed at a specific audience. Details, including registration/call-in information, are provided below. Briefings by Elected...
Mar 27, 2020 | Coronavirus Update
Up to 30 grants will provide Downtown businesses with relief during the public health crisis. Long Beach, CA (March 27, 2020) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) and Farmers & Merchants (F&M) Bank are partnering to provide up to 30 micro-grants of...
Mar 27, 2020 | Coronavirus Update
Letter From DLBA President & CEO With the number of challenges our global community faces in these uncertain times, one thing is absolute: it is unrealistic to believe that one person or a single entity will provide the solutions or the many resources necessary...