Downtown Scene
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Meet Stephanie El Tawil, DLBA ED & Policy Manager
"It is my job to help Downtown businesses launch and grow," said Stephanie El Tawil, DLBA's new Economic Development & Policy Manager, who developed this knack for making the complex seem simple during her many years of experience in workforce and business...
Black History Month In Long Beach Highlights Progress and Culture
As the country celebrates Black History Month, we in Long Beach are watching history in the making: Rex Richardson, inaugurated last month, is settling into his role as our city's first Black Mayor. Last September, DLBA’s own Austin Metoyer became the organization’s...
DLBA Board Spotlight: Rev. Jane Gould
Meet Reverend Jane Gould, Downtown Long Beach resident, whose service to our community extends far beyond her roles on the DLBA Board (Advisor) and Public Safety Committees; For the last five years, Gould has served as Rector (Senior Pastor) of St. Luke's Episcopal...
A Fun and Educational Adventure Through Downtown
DLBA’s first-ever digital scavenger hunt scored high marks with the 134 participants who went on a multi-day quest Downtown from Shop Small Saturday to New Year’s Eve. The vast majority of participants surveyed gave the DTLB Holiday Adventure a thumbs up and said it...
DLBA To Manage Downtown’s Property-Based Business Improvement District For Ten More Years
The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA), which manages Downtown's Property-Based Business Improvement District (PBID), has hit the ground running after receiving the go-ahead to continue and improve upon its PBID duties for ten more years; In addition to increasing...
14 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in Downtown
If you're currently cooking up some Valentine's Day plans, be aware that Downtown Long Beach has all the ingredients to make the day romantic and memorable for you and your beloved. Dining and live entertainment options are plentiful, gifting opportunities abound, and...
Meet Cesar Garay, New Program Manager for DLBA’s Clean and Safe Teams
In a new role, Cesar Garay brings a wealth of city-savvy management experience to DLBA's Clean and Safe Teams. “Most of my career has been spent in urban areas," said Garay. "As Program Manager, I would love to help make our Downtown Core a lot more attractive....
DLBA Awards Four Entrepreneurs Through Woman-Owned Business Accelerator
From eco-friendly retailers pushing repurposed vintage goods and zero-waste products to an educator-run tutoring company that caters to digital learners, four women-owned businesses are getting a well-deserved boost with a total of $10,000 in grants recently awarded...
DLBA Expands Boundaries to Activate Waite Court
A collaboration between the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DLBA) and artist LaJon Miller has yielded a gorgeous mural and improved lighting in the Waite Court alleyway between Third Street and Broadway. Although alleys are not a part of DLBA's contracted duties, their...
DLBA Board Member Profile: Ashley Chiddick
It's safe to say that DLBA Board Member Ashley Chiddick is fully invested in the betterment of Downtown Long Beach. A Downtown homeowner, Chiddick serves on DLBA's Economic Development Committee and its Marketing and Communications Committee, in addition to her Board...
Clean and Safe Employees of the Quarter
The Downtown Long Beach Alliance's (DLBA) Clean and Safe Teams perform some of the most visible and important work the organization can provide. This quarter, meet Brandon Kiper and Daniel Battles, two team members who were recently recognized for outstanding support...
Shoreline Gateway Building Is Thriving After 18-Year Journey To Completion
The last time we reported on the Shoreline Gateway building was in July of 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Intrepid construction crews were working on the half-completed skyscraper seven days a week under strict COVID protocols. This was only one of...
Board Member Profile: Shane Young
Board Member Shane Young has his hand on the pulse of Downtown real estate development. He is Managing Partner of the commercial real estate investment, sales, and advisory company Young Lewin Advisors, located in the heart of Downtown on Pine Avenue. His company...
City Says “Leave The Driving To Us” With New Free Shuttle Service
It's fun to zip around Downtown Long Beach without a care about traffic and parking. The City of Long Beach is about to make this much easier, offering a FREE electric micro-shuttle provided by Circuit Transit Inc. for anyone 18 years and older within popular...
Halloween and Dia De Los Muertos Events In Downtown
Downtown gets started early with Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos celebrations; Several have already happened this month, but there are plenty more on the horizon. Whether you like organized events or prefer to be a lone wolf and improvise as you go, Downtown has the...