Long Beach Briefs: City Brings New Affordable Housing and Access to Sexual Health Resources

LB Approves $3.6 Million Loan for New Affordable Housing Project in Downtown

The City’s nonprofit affiliate, The Long Beach Community Investment Company (LBCIC) has approved a $3.6 million loan to AMCAL Multi-Housing Inc. for the purchase of a property in Downtown Long Beach that will be developed into an affordable housing project.

Located at 946 Linden Ave., the new four-story apartment building will offer 100 apartment units for low- and very low-income residents. The development will be situated on a 1.16-acre site and will provide a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom units with a range of amenities that include a community room, fitness area, computer center, tot lot, courtyard, barbecue area and 125 underground parking spaces. 

Construction is expected to begin in late 2024.

Details: https://longbeach.gov/lbds/hn 

City of Long Beach to Increase Access to Sexual Health Resources

LONG BEACH — The Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new condom distribution program that provides free condoms and lubricants to promote sexual health and reduce HIV/STI infections. The program aims to increase the availability, accessibility and acceptability of condoms. 

The new program offers internal or external condoms, lubricants and information on how to properly use condoms, as well as free STI testing resources. Interested individuals and organizations can fill out an order form with their desired amount and product for free pickup at the Main Health building (2525 Grand Ave.). 

Details: https://tinyurl.com/Condom-distribution-program