Long Beach Considers Bar Curfew in Belmont Shore Amidst Violence
FOX 11 Los AngelesNovember 11, 20252 min10,011 views
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- π The Long Beach City Council is considering a temporary midnight curfew for bars and alcohol-serving businesses in the popular Belmont Shore area.
- ποΈ This curfew would likely last for about a year and is intended to address a recent string of violence.
Safety Concerns and Community Response
- π¨ The proposal comes after several violent incidents, including a deadly shooting last month and a deadly stabbing last year.
- π£οΈ Residents and frequent visitors express that safety must come first, with some supporting a curfew and others preferring an increased police presence.
- π¬ Community members feel that risky behaviors increase after midnight and that action is needed to ensure people can enjoy the area safely.
Alternative Safety Measures
- π In addition to a curfew, the city is exploring options such as a stepped-up police presence as another way to enhance safety.
- βοΈ The city manager will have 45 days to develop a late-night safety plan if the council decides to move forward with the proposal.
Business Impact
- π A curfew would likely impact businesses in the Belmont Shore area, particularly bars, which are popular in the evenings.
- β Bar owners were not available for comment as they were preparing to attend the city council meeting where the proposal was being discussed.
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