The Californer - Long Beach: City Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Permanent Supportive Housing Community in South Wrigley

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City officials and partners celebrate the start of construction for The 101 at a groundbreaking ceremony held on July 2, 2025.
Above from left: Jasmine Piceno, Field Deputy, Office of Sixth District Councilwoman Dr. Suely Saro, City of Long Beach; Bo Martinez, Director, Economic Development Department, City of Long Beach; Christopher Koontz, Director, Community Development Department, City of Long Beach; Roy Faerber, Senior Vice President of Equity Production, Boston Financial Investment Management; Rex Richardson, Mayor, City of Long Beach; Laura Archuleta, President and CEO, Jamboree Housing; Alejandra Ramirez, Chair, Long Beach Community Investment Company; Alysia Appelbaum, Community Development Finance Officer, California Bank & Trust; Tish Kelly, Senior Vice President of Housing Development, Jamboree Housing

Long Beach, CA – On July 2, 2025, the City of Long Beach commemorated the start of construction for The 101, a 52-unit affordable housing development in the South Wrigley neighborhood for low-income individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The five-story development by Jamboree Housing Corporation will feature fully furnished rooms, a community space outdoor green area with a barbeque and dining space, communal laundry facilities and offices for supportive resident services and resources, case management and property staff.

"The 101 reflects Long Beach's commitment to building a city where everyone has a place to call home," said Mayor Rex Richardson. "By investing in communities that provide stability and support, we're not just addressing homelessness—we're strengthening the foundation of a more inclusive, compassionate Long Beach."

At a groundbreaking event that featured a ceremonial shoveling of the dirt, Mayor Rex Richardson, Sixth District Councilwoman Dr. Suely Saro and other City leaders were joined at the construction site by representatives from Jamboree Housing and other local, state and federal partners.

"The groundbreaking of The 101 marks an important step in our ongoing efforts to expand permanent supportive housing in Long Beach," said Sixth District Councilwoman Dr. Suely Saro. "This development by Jamboree Housing will bring much-needed stability, services and dignity to low-income individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Transforming a long vacant site into a place of healing and opportunity reflects our commitment to equity and community investment. I'm proud to support projects like this in District 6 that put people first and strengthen the fabric of our neighborhoods."

Located at 101 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. just north of Downtown Long Beach in a mixed-use neighborhood with residential and commercial spaces, the development is easily accessible to public transit. The 101, which features 51 fully furnished one-bedroom units and one manager's unit, will provide affordable rental housing for individuals and households experiencing or at risk of homelessness who have incomes at or below 30 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI). The project is slated for completion in late 2026.

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The 101 is a commitment to building healthy communities with fully funded supportive services. Residents who formerly experienced homelessness will receive comprehensive, trauma-informed care tailored to their needs, including mental health counseling, medication management and life skills education. Jamboree Housing's Community Impact team will provide an onsite service coordinator who will help residents access local resources to maintain stability and thrive.

"The 101 isn't just a building, it's a critical step toward better health, stability and dignity," said Alison King, Long Beach Health and Human Services Director. "Housing is health care, and this development will change lives while strengthening our commitment to supporting our most vulnerable residents."

The development will also revitalize the prominent intersection of Pine Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway, bringing new energy to a long-vacant site previously owned by the former Redevelopment Agency of Long Beach and now managed by the City's Economic Development Department.

The 101 is funded through a blend of public and private sources. In January 2023, The Long Beach Community Investment Company (LBCIC) approved a $2.1 million acquisition loan, followed by an additional $2 million in August 2024 to provide gap financing for The 101. In partnership with state agencies, the California Department of Housing and Community Development contributed $13.5 million from the National Housing Trust Fund. Additional financing includes $20 million in tax credit equity from Boston Financial, a $19.6 million construction loan from Chase Bank and a $4 million permanent loan from California Bank & Trust. Additionally, the Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach (HACLB) contributed 51 Project-Based Vouchers from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

"We're proud to support this new development in South Wrigley," said Alejandra Ramirez, Chair of The LBCIC. "It reflects our commitment to expanding access to affordable housing with supportive services. This community will provide individuals and families who have experienced housing instability with a safe place to call home and the tools to build a more stable and brighter future."

"We are proud to partner with the City of Long Beach, where leadership doesn't just support housing, it takes action to create communities," said Laura Archuleta, President and CEO of Jamboree Housing Corporation. "Long Beach and Jamboree understand that a full spectrum of housing for all income levels is necessary infrastructure for a city. It's just as essential to a thriving community as transit, schools, and hospitals."

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The City, through its Community Development Department, is continuing its fast-track efforts to support the building of safe, quality housing for residents across all income levels, while increasing the development of underused sites across the city. Last year, four other affordable housing projects welcomed in new residents—The Cove in West Long Beach, 26 Point 2 near the Traffic Circle, Wellspring in Cambodia Town and Heritage Gardens in the Midtown area. Additionally, construction was started for 1400 Long Beach in the Midtown area and 300 Alamitos in the Alamitos Beach area.

For more information about The 101 development and other affordable housing developments, visit the Department's Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau webpage or call 562.570.6949.

About the City of Long Beach
Long Beach is nestled along the Southern California coast and home to approximately 466,000 people. As an award-winning full-service charter city, Long Beach offers the amenities of a metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods, culture, and community. With a bustling downtown and over six miles of scenic beaches, Long Beach is a renowned tourist and business destination and home to the iconic Queen Mary, nationally recognized Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Airport, the award-winning Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and world-class Port of Long Beach.

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