For the first time in more than 40 years, Long Beach has regained full control of the Queen Mary. Mayor Robert Garcia said this move is a huge step forward and an incredible opportunity to focus on preservation.
The current lessee has surrendered their lease and the city now owns the ship and controls its future. The city’s top priority will be the historic preservation of this Long Beach icon.
On June 8, the city council will consider the immediate authorization of infrastructure funds to begin testing and design work for the most critical repairs recommended in recent inspections, including bulkhead repairs, lifeboat removal, and the installation of an emergency generator, temporary bilge pumps, and water intrusion warning systems.
The Queen Mary has been a Long Beach landmark on the Long Beach shoreline since it first arrived in 1967, and has greeted over 50 million visitors from around the world. Mayor Garcia said Long Beach is committed to doing all it can to ensure the ship’s preservation.
Details: www.longbeach.gov/city-of-long-beach-regains-control-of–the-queen-mary
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