Improved Roadways and Walkways Arrive at LGB

Right before the winter holidays began, over a month of construction and maintenance in front of the historic terminal at Long Beach Airport (LGB) came to an end.

One crosswalk was removed to enhance pedestrian safety.

Directly in front of the terminal, a lane was added to improve the flow of traffic; there are now three lanes total, allowing one for loading and two for vehicles to pass through. The center median was enhanced with the addition of a safety railing and now provides more room for travelers being picked up and dropped off. Safety was also improved with a raised, widened crosswalk that will help reduce the speed of vehicles in front of the historic terminal building.

Safety railing was added to the widened median.

This month, construction is set to begin on Lot A, the parking structure nearest to the historic terminal, to enhance safety and accessibility for travelers who park at LGB. The garage's enclosed staircases will be replaced with outdoor stairways, the existing elevator will be updated and replaced with two elevators, vehicle entry and exit points will be modified, lighting and interior painting will be improved, and parking spaces will be restriped. Renovations are set to be complete by Fall 2017.