Long Beach, CA – Long Beach City Mayor Rex Richardson appointed James Ahumada to serve on the Long Beach Transit (LBT) Board of Directors. His first LBT Board of Directors meeting was on Thursday, May 15, 2025.

“The LBT Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Director James Ahumada,” shared Board Chair Abigail Mejia. “His dedication to public service in the community will bring valuable insights as we continue building toward a more sustainable and accessible future.”

Director Ahumada is a Council District One resident.  He currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Deputy CEO of the Downtown Long Beach Alliance. Prior to this position, he served as Chief of Staff to former Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, in addition to serving as Congressional Senior Advisor. Prior to those roles, Director Ahumada worked at California State University, Long Beach, where he managed the Communications and Marketing division.

“I’m honored by Mayor Richardson’s appointment to the Long Beach Transit Board of Directors,” said Director Ahumada. “Public transit is a powerful tool for advancing equity, supporting sustainability, and driving our local economy. I’m excited to help strengthen these connections—linking people to education, jobs, and a more resilient future for our entire community.”

About Long Beach Transit

Long Beach Transit is dedicated to connecting communities and moving people, making everyday life better by providing transportation services in Long Beach, Lakewood, Signal Hill, as well as Artesia, Bellflower, Carson, Cerritos, Compton, Downey, Hawaiian Gardens, Los Alamitos, Norwalk, Paramount and Seal Beach. For more information, visit www.ridelbt.com.