After making zero news appearances in 2009, the Superblock has already been mentioned twice this year. Does that mean things are heating up? Probably not. This project has been dragging on for so long and the current economy isn’t going to speed things up. I know most in Long Beach are against over development, but we know the inevitable – something will get built there…. eventually. At least the current design is a lot smaller than the older proposals.
Project: Superblock
Location: The site is located between Riverside Boulevard and Long Beach Road and between Broadway and the boardwalk, City of Long Beach.
Current: Vacant.
Proposed: A beachfront hotel and luxury condominium project facing the Atlantic Ocean.
Rationale for using eminent domain: Blight.
Details: The project has been in the making for more than two decades. The City of Long Beach used eminent domain to condemn six acres of vacant privately-owned land in 2007. The City paid $39 million for the land using the developer’s money. Within weeks of taking title, Long Beach transferred ownership to the developer.
Perhaps the “hottest” winter surf spot on Long Island is Long Beach—The City By the Sea plays host to countless winter surfers, and they come from all over Long Island—and beyond—to catch those waves.
This is a message from the City of Long Beach. In anticipation of severe weather, the City Manager has declared a snow emergency. All vehicles must be removed from snow emergency routes, or they may be towed. Snow emergency routes incude W Beech Street from New York to Nevada, W Park Avenue from New York to Nevada, The west side of Maryland from W Beech to Park, Shore Road from Long Beach Rd to Pacific, East Pine Street from Neptune to Curley and Park Place or JJ Evans Blvd north of Park Avenue. Once again, the City has declared a snow emergency. All vehicles must be removed from snow emergency routes. A complete list of routes can be found www.lbpd.com
Justin Bieber stayed at the Allegria in Long Beach this past weekend. I guess Mr. Bieber didn’t read all the negative reviews the Allegria has been getting on this site.
I am not a big fan of Waldbaums. I try to stay with “organics” & “free-ranges” when it comes to my food and Waldbaums just doesn’t cut it. I love Trader Joe’s, but it’s really only great for snacks and specialty stuff – not for real shopping needs. Oceanside has Wild By Nature, but it’s extremely expensive and not as “natural” as it claims, plus it’s extremely expensive. Did I mention that it’s extremely expensive?
Well, I want Whole Foods Market. It’s a great supermarket with great prices and I think they would be very successful here on the south shore. We only have two on Long Island: Jericho & Manhasset. Both are extremely busy because everybody loves going there! Well I don’t because they’re too far. I want one in Long Beach or close to it.
If you agree with me then please go to their store request page and request a store for Long Beach! Go to this link. Under CONTACT US VIA EMAIL / CHOOSE TOPIC select Store Location request. It just takes a second. They just want your name, email address & zip code (11561). They won’t add you to any mailing list (at least, I hope they won’t).
This is a message from the City of Long Beach. In anticipation of severe weather, the City Manager has declared a snow emergency as of 12 noon today and remaining in effect until Thursday at 6:00 PM. All vehicles must be removed from snow emergency routes, or they may be towed. During this time, the LIRR commuter parking lot will be available for all City residents free of charge. Snow emergency routes include W Beech Street from New York to Nevada, W Park Avenue from New York to Nevada, The west side of Maryland from W Beech to Park, Shore Road from Long Beach Rd to Pacific, East Pine Street from Neptune to Curley and Park Place or JJ Evans Blvd north of Park Avenue. Once again, the City has declared a snow emergency. All vehicles must be removed from snow emergency routes. A complete list of routes can be found www.lbpd.com Facebook @ longbeachpd Twitter @ longbeachpd
The LGBT (Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender) Center of Long Beach will be holding their first meeting next month. Limited space is left. More info can be found on the LGBT facebook page.
Date: Sunday, March 21, 2010
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: 8th Floor, One East Broadway, Long Beach, NY
For more info on the LGBT Center of Long Beach, please read the Herald’s article: Creating a face and a place.
After making zero news appearances in 2009, the Superblock has already been mentioned twice this year. Does that mean things are heating up? Probably not. This project has been dragging on for so long and the current economy isn’t going to speed things up. I know most in Long Beach are against over development, but we know the inevitable – something will get built there…. eventually. At least the current design is a lot smaller than the older proposals.
