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Long Beach extends free micro-transit program between Downtown and Alamitos Bay

The micro-shuttle program will now offer free rides between the Queen Mary and Alamitos Bay.

Jason Ruiz

Sep 11, 2024 — 3 min read

A file photo of a Circuit micro-transit shuttle contracted by Long Beach. Photo courtesy city of Long Beach.

Long Beach’s micro-transit shuttle program serving the shoreline communities was extended Tuesday night but some City Council members are asking for improvements to transportation options before the 2028 Olympics.

The council approved an extension with Circuit Transit that could see the program funded for the next three years through the use of grants and Los Angeles County Metro funds.

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Large pieces of bright green cannabis plants.

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