Long Beach on Tuesday launched its $30 million COVID-19 emergency rental assistance program. The program is part of the Long Beach Recovery Act and will help both renters and small property owners struggling to pay their mortgages. “We know the pandemic has caused massive hardships for local residents who are struggling to pay the bills,” Mayor Robert Garcia said in this news release. “We are hopeful this new program will help thousands across the city.” To be eligible, tenants must rent in Long Beach and meet the following criteria: The household has a household income at or below 80% of… Read More