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🇺🇸Happy ! Friendly reminder that in observance of today several City of Long Beach facilities are closed & some services will be impacted. Friday, July 5, we will be open.

Click here to view our full holiday schedule. ℹ️ https://bit.ly/45RpFkR

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Join us IN PERSON on Saturday, July 13, 2024, for a free CA Friendly and Native Plant Landscaping Class hosted by the City of Long Beach.
This is Part I of a series on learning how to design a yard using the four principles of gorgeous and watershed-wise landscaping:
1. Build A Healthy Living Soil Sponge
2. Hold Rainwater on Your Property
3. Select Local Native Plants that Minimize Water Use and Maximize Biodiversity
4. Control Your Irrigation

Learn more and register today at https://bit.ly/3W9EpIA

We have served the Long Beach community for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to release our annual Water Quality Report, which details how we continue to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and exceptional quality drinking water. 🚰

Learn more about where your drinking water comes from and how we protect our vital drinking water sources at LBUtilities.org/waterquality.

Long Beach Utilities is pleased to be an EPA WaterSense partner, spreading the word about the need for smart water use to our community and ensuring Long Beach’s water is used as efficiently as possible.

Be on the lookout for EPA WaterSense labels on products like toilets, faucets, and landscaping equipment throughout Long Beach and learn more about these water-saving products at epa.gov/watersense!

To keep our sewers healthy, it’s important to remember to flush only the 3 P’s: p*e, poo, and (toilet) paper!

Avoid flushing feminine hygiene products, pills, and wipes – even if they say “flushable!” These items can cause backups.

Learn more about the dos and don’ts of healthy sewers at www.lbutilities.org/sewer/healthy-sewers

Hot dog! 🌭

In Long Beach, we are incredibly lucky to have restaurants that serve tasty food and are committed to sustainable practices.

This summer, visit Certified Blue Restaurant Dog Haus for handcrafted hot dogs and more, and check out more CBR restaurants at liveh2olb.com/Main-Map.

In observance of today, Wednesday, 6/19, some City of Long Beach facilities are closed and services will be impacted. Juneteenth commemorates the official end of slavery in 1865, and was established a federal holiday in 2021.

Click here. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4c4Zd9Z

Did you know that heating water accounts for about 18% of the energy consumed in your home?

When it comes to natural gas conservation, winter isn’t the only opportunity for big savings. Set your water heater to no more than 120 degrees Fahrenheit to save energy and
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Learn more about energy-efficiency rebates and how to save money on natural gas appliances like water heaters at https://www.longbeach.gov/energyresources/information/home-energy-efficiency-rebate-program/

Do you know how to use your emergency gas shut off? Learn these steps in case of an emergency:

1. Locate your gas meter (commonly located on the side of a house or under the stairs).
2. If you smell or hear gas escaping, use a crescent wrench and give it a quarter turn in either direction so it runs crosswise on the pipe.
3. The line is now closed.

Learn more about natural gas safety: lbutilities.org/Gas/Natural-Gas-Safety

It’s National Gardening Week!🌷🥕

Celebrate the occasion with a free Garden Design Class hosted by Green Gardens Group and Long Beach Utilities tomorrow, June 8.

Learn more and register: bit.ly/G3-Garden-Design-Class

We can’t wait to see you there!

On Thursday June 6th, the Board of Utilities Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The $378 million budget invests in utilities-oriented maintenance and infrastructure improvements for a climate resilient future while continuing to focus on excellent customer service. The Utilities’ FY 25 budget also encompasses a $180 million Water Fund, $165 million Gas Fund, and $33 million Sewer Fund supporting infrastructure, maintenance, and services from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. Read more here: LBUtilities.org/Budget

Join us tomorrow!

Rancho Los Cerritos is thrilled to support Long Beach Utilities’ event, Explore DeForest Wetlands! This community event taking place on Sat 6/1, 9am-1pm, is FREE and will include crafts, poetry, music, and RLC staff leading nature walks. Join us at 6255 DeForest Avenue and learn how wetlands provide clean water, protect against storms, and help mitigate climate change.

For more information, check out Long Beach Utilities page or email [email protected]

This Memorial Day, Long Beach Utilities thanks all service members who courageously gave their lives for our country. We wish the community a safe and restful holiday.

As temperatures rise, it’s important to make the most of our air conditioning usage.

Seek out places where air can escape to conserve natural gas and save money on cooling costs. Some of the key culprits for escape routes are fireplaces, doors, windows and ducts. To check for gaps in windows, have one person shine a flashlight along the edge of a window from the inside, and have someone else look for the light shining through the gap from the outside.

Can you spot any gaps?

Long Beach Pride returns this weekend! 🌈

The LB Utilities Team will be joining the 150+ arts & craft vendors for live music, dancing, food and drink, and the beloved parade. Join this community event and stop by to say hello to our team!

Learn more: https://longbeachpride.com/

A drought-resistant garden is within reach! 🌻🌷 🌼

Check out these tips from EPA WaterSense to create your own water-wise landscape!
1. Choose native plants
2. Use mulch
3. Group plants according to their water needs

And learn more about the Long Beach Utilities Lawn-to-Garden Program to financially support your landscaping revamp: lbutilities.org/garden

We ❤️ our ! Not only do they serve delicious food and beverages, these spots achieve exceptional water efficiency.

This month’s feature is Chiki Fruit and Bionicos! Stop by for some fresh fruit presented in a fun way.

Meet Reggie, our dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator! Here's a snapshot of Reggie getting ready to excavate for a water main break repair. His commitment to water conservation and swift response is what helps keep our community running smoothly. Thank you, Reggie, for your hard work!

Learn about our local watershed with LB Utilities! 💧

Join us on June 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 6255 De Forest Ave. for guided plant and wildlife tours, terracotta pot painting, seed ball making, and more!

Learn how to create your own water-wise garden! 🌱

On Saturday May 25, join Green Gardens Group for a free in-person workshop: “Turf: Remove, Replace, and Maintain (Organically). The event will take place from 9-10:15 a.m. at Long Beach Utilities HQ.

Advanced registration is required. Get more info and sign up today! https://bit.ly/3UcRfFc

It’s Drinking Water Week! 💧
We are so grateful to provide safe, tasty drinking water for the Long Beach community.

Learn how the LB Utilities team regularly tests and monitors our water in the annual Water Quality Report: https://www.lbutilities.org/water/water-quality

Follow these appliance maintenance tips to keep your home safe from natural gas mishaps:

Store gasoline, paint thinners, and aerosol cans away from natural gas appliances
Secure your water heater for earthquakes
Keep up-to-date on furnace filter replacements. Check with your appliance manufacturer for details

Learn more: lbutilities.org/Gas/Natural-Gas-Safety

Long Beach is hosting its first-ever Youth Day!

The event is designed for young people ages 13-26 to learn key resources so they can become empowered leaders.

Join the LB Utilities Team this Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cabrillo High School to support the youth in our community!

Learn more: https://lbpost.com/news/long-beach-leaders-hope-to-spur-activism-at-first-ever-youth-day/

Join us in raising a glass (of tap water, of course) for Tap Water Day. Today is a good reminder that great-tasting drinking water is available right from our taps.