April 24th, 2008—Sustainability is a hot topic/phrase right now, so Beer & Politics brings out a panel to talk about it. 

 

First off, what is sustainable building?  What costs are involved?  How does it help the environment?  Second, what can the average person do to live a sustainable lifestyle?

 

This month’s panel includes Vice-Mayor Bonnie Lowenthal, Assistant City Manager Suzanne Frick, plus more.  Come on out, hear about the city’s plan to build green, hear about the cost implications, find out more about the new Sustainability Commission, and drink a beer.

 

 

 

 

Guest Bios:

 

Suzanne Frick:  Suzanne Frick became Asst. City Manager of Long Beach in December 2007 after serving as the City’s Director of Planning & Building for more than 2 & 1/2 years.

 

Suzanne has been devoted to public service for more than

three decades. Growing up in Riverside, California, her family activities emphasized

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community service. One of her earliest jobs was as a Park Ranger in Yellowstone National Park.  Suzanne worked in the Santa Monica Planning Department for more than 21 years, serving for 11 years as the Director of Planning & Community Development.

Suzanne reorganized the Long Beach Department of Planning & Building, improving customer service and streamlining operations.

 

As Assistant City Manager for the City of Long Beach, her impressive background and exemplary management skills will help the City run as smoothly, efficiently and environmentally friendly as possible as Long Beach continues to grow.

 

.Bonnie Lowenthal: Bonnie Lowenthal was elected in 2001 to City Council for the 1st district. She was selected by her peers on the City Council as Vice Mayor in July 2006. Prior to her election to the  City Council, she served on the LB Board of Education for seven years.

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Councilmember Lowenthal is strongly committed to economic development, environmental protection, more parks and green space, historic preservation, gang intervention, and well a maintained infrastructure.

 

Lowenthal believes strongly in community activism and has served on the boards of many Long Beach organizations.

 

Vice-Mayor Lowenthal has two adult sons, Josh and Dan (married to Suja) and one grandson, Avinash. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the U. of Wisconsin and a Master’s from CSULB. Since 1975, Lowenthal has been a licensed family counselor and mental health consultant.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Text Box: HomeBrew—Live Webcast Don’t forget, if you can’t come to Beer & Politics this month, it doesn’t mean you can’t join in on the fun. Grab a beer, dress your significant other up as a waiter/waitress, make them bring you food (don’t forget to tip), and logon! Click the HomeBrew link above (to the left) and you can watch Beer & Politics live, chat with other online viewers and ask questions of the guests. You can view archives of the webcast to get an idea how it works. We’ll see you at Beer & Politics, and if not, you better be on HomeBrew….or else. Text Box: Other Upcoming Beer & Politics: May 27th: Candidate Forum, 54th Assembly District Election (Lowenthal, Reyes Uranga, Holt, and Jackson). June 24th: John Morris, owner of Smooth’s July 29th: TBA August 26th: TBA September 30th: F. King Alexander, President , CSULB.

Beer & Politics?

 

What?

Beer & Politics is a monthly series, developed by Michael Clements and incubated in conjunction with the Long Beach Jr. Chamber, offering an opportunity to engage in positive political dialog over a pint of beer.

 

When?

The last Tuesday of every month!

 

Next—Tuesday, April 29th @ 7pm

 

Where?

Gallagher’s Pub & Grill

2751 E Broadway

Long Beach, CA  90803

 

Webcast?

Webcast live on HomeBrew! (click button to left)

 

Who?

April Topic—Sustainable Living & Building.  Vice-Mayor Lowenthal, Asst. City Mgr. Suzanne Frick, and more.