There is plenty of parking out front. Two lines, one for appointments and one for walk-ups. I…read moreaccidentally stood in the walk-up line (no sign) until I noticed a sign across the way for appointments. Security guard asks questions like name and if you have any weapons, then leads you inside. Metal detector then wait for your name to be called. They have a screen with window numbers and customer numbers, but it didn't seem to update. They just called my name and which window, like the DMV. The young lady at my window was terrific, very friendly and personable. I needed to change my address which you can't do online or over the phone. She seemed surprised that this could only be done in person. Yes, it doesn't make sense to me either, but probably for security? After updating my address, she offered to print out a current copy of my social security statement which was very helpful. Overall it only took about 15-20 minutes to get in and out. I definitely recommend making an appointment although I did it a month ago, so if you need something faster, you may just need to wait in the walk-in line.

Horrible! Don't bother calling if you need to speak to someone at the office. I called at 9am and…read moreafter 15 minutes of waiting a rep answers from TORRANCE! they can't help me because I need to speak to my local (Long Beach) office. I try again. This time wait 25 minutes. Another person picks up from A DIFFERENT OFFICE. I said I have to speak to someone at Long Beach. She said when they can't pick up they transfer it to a different office. She tried to help me get connected to Long Beach. Waited 40 minutes and someone picks up from THOUSAND OAKS. I said to this person it's ridiculous that Long Beach is transferring to other locations because other locations can't help. When you are told you have to speak with your local office, you have to speak with your local office. Just waisting the day being put on hold and resolving nothing. They need to go back to the old way. If it's too busy the recording will say call back and the call is disconnected. That will help everyone not waisting their time to talk to someone who can't help them because it's not your local office.

The first visit was great. A supervisor Lady saw that I was handicapped and was waiting a long…read moretime. She got me in to see a worker right away. Second time I was there, I waited 3 hours and saw all the people that I was in line with that was behind me,go ahead of me and I was left. My number never showed up on the screen and No one called out my number. I made sure I was in front of the screen and didn't even go to the bathroom of fear of missing my number. Finally, I got up to ask one of the workers by the door and and asked how far I was in the que? He told me my number was called already! I said, NO, it was NOT. I told him I watched for 3 hours in front of the screen and I was never called. He called a supervisor man to come help and he, took my number ticket and I was told to go back and sit down. I waited and waited and the supervisor never came back to me. I asked where he went and was told he said he would come back. He never did. I finally saw the sweet lady supervisor and asked her to help. She finally assured me me that she would get my number called again and to listen for it. Another 1/2 hour and finally I was called and it only took 5 minutes with a case worker. Almost 4 hours in pain as I can't sit for too long, both legs go numb and buldging discs in my lower back and neck were throbbing. I can't stand for too long either. I have a ankle impingement, and plantars fasciitis in both feet and sciatica. It was a bad day for me to wait that long . I don't know why but they have done this to a few people that was there too and I was one of them. I over heard some of the workers complaining about customers and some being rude to customers who don't speak English so well and be condescending towards them and belittling them. Such rudeness should cease. The one women who is kind, and making sure everyone is being taken care of was the supervisor . She was very understanding, spoke kindly to everyone. I know you all see some crazy people up in there but, you should do your best to speak and talk kindly towards others. Get off your cell phones and always be ready with a kind face and be helpful. Thats the job you signed up for. If you continue to complaine, maybe you should look for another job. We need a system of people who want to help others.

Helping my neighbor- needed to get him a new cal fresh application and replacement card. Got here…read moreat 11:30am- it is now 3:39pm I needed to do two other errands- and I mean NEEDED but I may not even be able to get my meds before the pharmacy closes at 5pm There is NO EXCUSE He did his interview 45 minutes ago, still waiting for the card Why does it take SIX HOURS to do this?

When you book an appointment there are no lines at this location in Norwalk, very helpful and…read morefriendly staff.

The security guards at the front door is extremely mean, and very poorly trained in customer…read moreservice. The Hispanic women yells pushy. greets the customers with a angry attitude. Very disappointed at this office

You MUST MAKE AN APPOINTMENT to be seen! I took a photo of the number (844 number). However, I was…read morelucky and able to walk-in right when they opened to explain my situation and they squeezed me in. Everyone else that walked-in got turned away and were told to make an appointment. Do not waste your time unless you have an appointment, I got LUCKY! Parking structure is on magnolia just before ocean on the right hand side, not sure how much it is to pay, also got lucky with street parking right on the corner where the office is located. There's a metal detector at the main entrance, so if you carry a pocket knife leave that in the car! Security will let you know what floor to go to upon entry. As for the service, I was lucky again to speak with their supervisor (Juan) who did a great job at assisting me with my issue. I closed escrow on a property over 1-1/2 years ago and they had not credited a $9k check to my account and I've been getting the "run-around" making several calls to the IRS with no resolution. He was able to verify the check cleared and input the credit for my next years tax return. They don't give confirmation numbers or any type of documentation to verify this so you'll have to take their word for it and check the system if you have an online IRS account. I was told it should be credited to me within 4-6 weeks which is better than waiting over the phone for hours just to get disconnected. I'll check back in to update my review and let you guys know if it's worth it to come in and see someone in person, or to just play the long game and hope someone over the phone can help. Until then good luck to anyone with IRS tax issues, hang in there, I feel your pain. Hopefully this visit with Juan was productive.

got there after them not answering everyday for the past two weeks, get told that i cant get seen,…read morei cant even make an appointment, cant get seen irl, i dont know what to do at this point, first time the irs is being like this, but last time im dealing with it, dont even bother dealing with these people here they dont care, especially if you have two babies you need to feed they see amd dont gaf I now need to figure out how im going to get ahold of people who dont want to talk to you at all, its like they are going low, like going introvert, they never ever want to talk to you out it that way, no help, nothing whatsoever regarding taking care of your problems, just an excuse to take your money and not give it back, they are a scam and should be reported to the BBB

They are always concerned by answering you back promptly. The staff is great from the intake…read moredepartment to the contracts & leasing department and even inspections get back with you very promptly. They have great supervisors because they do take care of you with concern and a caring attitude and get the job done as they promise. This housing Authority is outstanding and stands out above the rest.

I wish I could write a review, I couldn't even get to sign up on a list. I'm 74 just had knee…read morereplacement, the place I live raised the rent again. I'm disabled from arthritis throughout my spine. I've had 5 back surgeries. When I called I couldn't even leave a message

Best experience I've had at a public office hands down…read more I ordered a new birth certificate for my daughter online. They sent me an email and called when it was ready. Took about two-three business days. Pulled in, plenty of parking. It's a building close to the Willow DMV The nice person at the front desk told me where to go. The nice gal in the records office just asked me for my drivers license, I signed a paper and she gave me the new birth certificate. I was in and out in less than 5 minutes You can get new birth certificate for your child here until they are 5 years old. Then all records are transferred to the Norwalk office

During a chile roasting event on 8/8/2026 the folks running the event couldn't start until the…read morehealth inspector arrived. Event start time was 8AM and inspector still isn't here (8:15AM) to clear the event. Do better! This is unacceptable!

Came here for my interview for Global Entry. I scheduled my interview 2 months ago. So, it may take…read morea bit to get an interview since the LAX location was not accepting it 2 months ago. However, I think they re-opened the LAX location 1 week ago now. So double check into that. Location: Entrance door is located on LONG BEACH BLVD!! parked right in front of the parkig meter on Long Beach Blvd and in front of the building door. If you type the address they give, it'll take you to the Westin Hotel location and you'll have to walk around a bit. The security pointed to the 2nd elevators to go on and up to the 6th floor. There are multiple signs that directs you where the office is, so it's very easy to find. There are metered-parking surrounding the building on the 3 perimeters that I know of (on streets of Long Beach Blvd, Elm Ave, and 1st St....I'm not sure if Ocean Blvd has parking). FREE metered-parking before 9am!!!! But I read from other yelpers, it's $1 for 1 hour!?! I came a 3 min late and they called me before some other people who had an appointment at a later time, which is really nice. So I think depending on the officer that is helping you it may take between 15-30 min. During my interview, it took 30 min, but it was because we were just chatting and having a conversation. My interview was really relaxed, no pressure, he just asked where I had traveled and that was pretty much it. I didn't need the Conditional Letter, but I suggest you print it out just in case. Look online how to print it out, I had to look to see. It's under "Notifications" when you login to your account. you click on the Conditional Letter and you can print it. I brought my proof of residency too, but he didn't look at that either. ***but just bring the required stuff per stated on their website*** They fingerprinted me and took my picture, so make sure you look your photo best that day.

Enter on Long Beach Boulevard side, take the second set of elevators and go up to floor 6. You'll…read moresee signs pointing you to the Global Entry Suite 670. I came in to update my last name on my passport, and was in-and-out in around 15 minutes. I didn't have an appointment as you can't make one for my circumstance, but I came early and there was no line. There are four metered 24 min spots right in front, and if those are taken there's additional parking on 1st Street.

This is the best government's agency, I ever visited. Staffs were very knowledgeable and kind…read more And there follow up was so fast. The lady at the office were so helpable. with her help, I may get to see my long lost college friend.

We had to stop by on a moment's notice to get clarification and ultimately advice about an…read moreunforeseen problem that we had with our Los Angeles County property. It was the closest office to Long Beach, and they are open during normal business hours (M-F, closes at 5 pm). There is a large parking lot, and the office is on the second floor. I guess government 'offices' are modeled like the DMV: big square room with glass partitions on one side where government works with computers work with you and answer your questions, using a 2 way intercom system to communicate. There is no privacy, so expect all conversations to be overheard. We spoke with Darien, and he was very patient with us. He explained our situation, answered our questions multiple times, and was actually a bit sympathetic (which greatly helped). He was able to access all necessary records, saving us a trip to DTLA, and even suggested one thing that will hopefully help us in the future. He didn't have to do that, but he did, and it was greatly appreciated. Thank you, Darien.

I went to take my great niece to school, discovered i had a flat made a u turn to go to a gas…read morestation, in my rear window i saw a fire truck coming i pulled over all the way to the curb when they pulled over right behind me. Thinking I was in the way i attempted to pull up when they all jumped out the truck and stopped me ask me if i had a spare and changed the tire. THANK YOU ENGINE 13 YOU'RE THE GREATEST!

firemen save lives,, always glade to have in area, they are there when you need them, glad to see…read morethey are just a call away.

As a juror, you would think they would tell you where the Jury Assembly room is. Nope. Two police…read moreofficers and a staff member gave me the wrong info and wrong directions to the assembly room. Making me late. Thanks yo. It's on the 4th floor. YOU'RE WELCOME. JUROR PARKING IS AT 101 Magnolia Ave. But no one tells you that. Not on the paperwork, not on the voice recording. You just have to figure that one out on your own while rushing to do your civil duty. Plus you better remember your license plate for parking. NO ONE TELLS YOU THAT EITHER. YOU'RE WELCOME. Lastly, you have to fill out the back of your jury duty paperwork. If not, they send you right to the back of the line. Time wasted - approximately 15 min. AGAIN YOU'RE WELCOME. OH AND DID I MENTION - someone hit my car too???? FML. JURY DUTY NIGHTMARE.

In for jury duty…read more Pros: Citizen paid for comfort better than most courhouses in the region (downey,compton,torrance), plenty of plugs in the jury waiting room and seating abound; a few tables if your trying to get work done while you serve your unpaid ($15 for 8 hours is not real pay) time there. Restrooms are clean, refrig, microwave available as well as speedy internet Judges are nice enough as are court staff, courtroom cops seem not so pleased to be doing the job though Cons: (antiquated structural issue with jury duty service) Having to drive beyond your living distance because as I was told they draw a straight line on a map and count mileage as a bird flies not what is actually within range of a courthouse. Judges DO NOT excuse for most reasons; no self employed people like us get to use the; i'm Loosing money while being as a reason (been to 2 jury service here several years and judges force you to attend). No consideration is given for your time and money lost while having to go there and deal with waiting for days to go through jury selection to either be forced onto a jury or rejected. *A simple at home phone questionaire or zoom video conference would solve this waste of peoples time for almost 20 people for multiple days but alas government doesn't function like a business must; in considering peoples time important. ProTips: 1. Parking structure (free but complicated to understand) for the jury, is on Pacific between Ocean and Broadway, when you park there, You MUST install the parking structure app on cell: needing phone/email/License plate number and a Credit Card entered even though you will get the parking for free after going into Jury service (they do not take cash in the structure). You'll need to scan the QR codes posted daily and then in the Jury room type your license number which is connected to only that parking structure for free parking; you'll get a notification Text saying the parking is paid. When you leave for the day; I believe camera's Read your license plate and the gate opens up automatically. 2. Bring a seat cousion, the seats in the jury room and in the hallways are wood and uncomfortable for sitting hours at a time 3. Most juries are called either by 9:30 am or after the lunch break which runs from 11:30am - 1:30pm. The entire building empties by 4:30pm 4. There are no TV's to mind numb your time while there to watch so you'll use your phone or bring a laptop/tablet to kill the day while you waste away.