The City of Long Beach and the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) have updated their agreement on how they plan to share facilities.
The new Master Joint Use Agreement marks the first major update to the partnership since 2006. Approved by the City Council on June 3, and by the LBUSD Board on June 16, the agreement outlines how both agencies will continue sharing spaces like parks, gyms and fields for community, educational and recreational use.
“This new Joint Use Agreement is a meaningful step in our continued partnership with Long Beach Unified School District, further enhancing equitable use of our vibrant community spaces,” said Mayor Rex Richardson in a public statement. “This Agreement is proof that collaboration is key when building a stronger, more inclusive system of access to quality spaces and enriching programming for community members to come together and connect.”
The five-year agreement, with options to extend for up to 10 more years, gives the City second priority when it comes to accessing school facilities, after LBUSD programs. The school district will receive second priority for City-managed spaces, after Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) activities.
The updated agreement includes sites not previously included, such as Naples Elementary’s tennis courts and Cesar Chavez Elementary’s gymnasium. It also establishes a Facilities Management Committee to oversee operations and create a Master Use Schedule that balances needs across both agencies.
Additionally, the agreement introduces a clear fee structure to ensure costs for staffing and maintenance are shared fairly, preventing the City and school district from absorbing extra expenses tied to non-educational or non-City programs.
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