Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson delivered his first State of the City address highlighting investments made in 2022 and his Opportunity Beach Agenda for the years ahead. His priorities as Mayor are ensuring quality and stable housing for all, building an economy where everyone thrives, creating safe and healthy communities, expanding opportunities for youth, and supporting a sustainable and resilient city.
Mayor Richardson’s top priority is affordable housing and homelessness, and he is urgently moving to address this crisis, including declaring a state of emergency on the issue. The recent declaration will allow the Mayor to more effectively respond to the situation, streamline interagency processes, secure more financial resources, and more.
“We will lead with a focus on equity and build a more just and inclusive city that leaves no one behind,” said Mayor Richardson. “Join me, and let’s make the Opportunity Beach Agenda our reality and begin this voyage with me toward our collective future.”
In his remarks, the Mayor also discussed expanding the city’s space exploration sector, including the relocation of Vast Space to the community, which will bring 700 new jobs.
Watch Mayor Richardson’s address here.
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