Belmont Beacon
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2015 - FEBRUARY 22, 2015
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Discover the Role of Maps, MapMaking, and GIS in the Future of Designing Cities The Aquarium of the Pacific will host a lecture with two leaders in the world of mapping and data to examine and prepare for a better future The Aquarium of the Pacific will host a conversation between Jack Dangermond, founder and president of Esri, and Richard Saul Wurman, architect and creator of TED and TEDMED conferences. These two leaders will discuss the roles of maps, map-making, and geographic information systems in charting a course to a better future. Wurman partnered with Esri to develop the Urban Observatory, an exhibit and app that allows users to examine and compare characteristics of cities to design better cities for the future. Wurman is also the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian
Richard Saul Wurman
Design Museum in New York City. This speaking engagement will be streamed live via the Aquarium’s website. Fol-
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lowing the presentation, viewers tuning in from the Aquarium’s free lecture stream can Please see page 2
Michael Beckman Appointed Deputy Police Chief Long Beach City Manager Pat West and Police Chief Robert Luna announced the appointment of Commander Michael Beckman, a 25-year veteran of the Police Department, as Deputy Chief. He will assume command of the Support Bureau to replace Deputy Chief Laura Farinella, newly named Chief of Laguna Beach
Police Department. "Michael Beckman displays integrity, innovation, and leadership at the highest levels," Chief Luna said. "He has distinguished himself as an effective administrator and will be an asset to our executive team." Commander Beckman's most recent assignment has
been Commander of the Patrol Bureau Field Support Division. He has worked in all geographical patrol divisions and his previous assignments include duties in the Field Training Officer (FTO) program; the Training Division as the Police Academy Sergeant, Peace Officer Standards and Please see page 3
VOLUME 2, NO. 7
Bluff Park ReOpened to Community on Friday, Feb 13 The City of Long Beach re-opened beautiful Bluff Park to public use Friday, February 13. After many months of improvements, the public once again is able to stroll along the approximately one-mile long stretch above the Pacific coastline. Hydroseeding has enabled the full re-establishment of grass for the heavily used area along the coast, and native landscaping along the top edge of the bluff has been installed behind the handrail. The irrigation system, sidewalk, and handrail have been replaced and upgraded. “Bluff Park is one of my favorite parks in the city and it’s now more beautiful and accessible than ever,” said Mayor Robert Garcia. “It’s one of the best locations to enjoy with family, walk your dog, exercise, or take in the sunset. We are all happy it’s been reopened.” Bluff Park consists of 13.2 acres along Ocean Boulevard from 20th Place to 36th Place, and features green space, telescopes, benches and the Lone Sailor Memorial. With a view of the Pacific Ocean and pleasant sea breezes, Bluff Park frequently attracts joggers, strollers, dog walkers and others who come to enjoy the beautiful view. Please see page 4