Residents in Long Beach are helping shape the future of their city as officials move forward with plans to redevelop several waterfront properties.

The city hosted an open house to gather public feedback on its Bayfront Redevelopment Plan, a long-term vision that would transform six locations across Long Beach.

Among the sites being considered is the city’s wastewater treatment facility, which could eventually be redeveloped for new uses that benefit both residents and visitors. Other locations included in the plan are City Hall, the city garage, and the recycling, vehicle and material storage yards.

Many residents used the meeting to share their ideas for the city’s future.

“Our biggest desire is to start a composting program in the city of Long Beach,” said Ali Pellicane. “There’s a lot of compostable material we produce and other local establishments, restaurants and coffee shops are throwing in the trash. That and a cultural arts center is on the forefront of what people want to see in this city.”

City officials say the redevelopment effort is still in its early stages and community input will continue to play a major role in shaping the final plan.

Another public open house is scheduled for the fall, giving residents another opportunity to weigh in on the future of Long Beach’s bayfront.