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Dr. Robert Garcia, Mayor
Mary Zendejas, 1st District
Cindy Allen, 2nd District
Suzie A. Price, 3rd District
Daryl Supernaw, 4th District
Thomas B. Modica, City Manager
Monique De La Garza, City Clerk
Stacy Mungo, 5th District
Dr. Suely Saro, 6th District
Roberto Uranga, 7th District
Al Austin, 8th District
Rex Richardson, Vice Mayor, 9th District
Charles Parkin, City Attorney
FINISHED AGENDA & AGENDA
The City Council minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the City Council Agenda. Agenda Items can be taken out of order during the meeting. Please consult the time stamps to determine the order in which business was addressed.
ROLL CALL (5:24 PM)
Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Councilmembers
Present:
UrangaCouncilmembers
Absent:
Also present: Thomas Modica, City Manager; Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager; Charles Parkin, City Attorney; Monique De La Garza, City Clerk; Kyle Smith, City Clerk Specialist.
Vice Mayor Richardson presiding.
Invocation: Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Cindy Allen, Councilwoman, Second District.
CONSENT CALENDAR (5:26 PM)
Dave Shukla spoke regarding Agenda Item Nos. 5 and 10.
Melinda Cotton spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 3.
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Passed the Consent Calendar.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 -
22. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
1. 22-1121 Recommendation to suspend Council rule contained in Municipal Code Section 2.03.020 (B) relating to the meeting schedule of the City Council in order to cancel the City Council meeting of November 8, 2022.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
2. 22-1122 Recommendation to suspend Council rule contained in Municipal Code Section 2.03.020 (B) relating to the meeting schedule of the City Council in order to cancel the City Council meeting of November 22, 2022.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
3. 22-1123 Recommendation to adopt resolution making findings pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e)(3) to authorize City legislative bodies to follow the teleconference meeting provisions of Government Code Section 54953(e)(1)-(2). (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-22-0166 on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES-22-0166
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4. 22-1124 Recommendation to adopt resolution extending the temporary amnesty program waiving first-time pet licensing fee and late penalty fee for an expired pet license from June 24, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
A motion was made to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-22-0167 on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES-22-0167
5. 22-1125 Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meetings of Tuesday, September 6, and September 13, 2022.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
6. 22-1126 Recommendation to refer to City Attorney damage claims received between September 2, 2022 and September 26, 2022.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
7. 22-1127 Recommendation to receive and approve Initial Conflict of Interest Code filed, in compliance with State law.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
8. 22-1128 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP DV-22-091 and award contracts to GPA Consulting, of El Segundo, CA, Historic Resources Group, LLC, of Pasadena, CA, Ostashay & Associates Consulting, of Long Beach, CA, Page & Turnbull, Inc., of Los Angeles, CA, Rincon Consultants, Inc., of Ventura, CA, and Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc., of Northbrook, IL, for on-call historic preservation consulting services, in a total annual aggregate amount not to exceed $600,000, for a period of two years, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contracts, including any
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necessary amendments. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
9. 22-1129 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement, and any necessary documents including subsequent amendments, with the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA), to accept and expend grant funding in an amount not to exceed $100,000 for career development services for the Carmelitos Public Housing Development for the period of October 17, 2022, through October 16, 2023, with an option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide) A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
10. 22-1130 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. ITB ER 22-020 and award contracts to Ferguson US Holdings, Inc., dba Ferguson Enterprises, LLC, of Long Beach, CA, and Independent Electric Supply, Inc., dba Utility Supply, of San Leandro, CA, for furnishing and delivering polyethylene plastic pipe and fittings on an as-needed basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $300,000 for a period of one year, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
11. 22-1131 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 32515 with Transworld Systems, Inc., of Rancho Cordova, CA, for external collection services, to extend the term of the contract to November 8, 2023, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
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A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
12. 22-1132 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. ITB FS22-052 and award contracts to Battery Systems, Inc., of Long Beach, CA, H & H Auto Parts Wholesale., of Pacoima, CA, Hanson Distributing Company, Inc., of Azusa, CA, Hubb Filters, Inc., of Albany, OR, Los Angeles Truck Centers, LLC, of Whittier, CA, Parts Authority, LLC, of Lake Success, NY, and SoCal Auto & Truck Parts, Inc., of Long Beach, CA, for purchase and delivery of general automotive parts, in an annual aggregate amount of $1,500,000, with a 15 percent annual contingency amount of $225,000, for a total annual aggregate amount not to exceed $1,725,000 for a period of two years, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contracts, including any necessary subsequent amendments; and
Increase appropriation in the Fleet Services Fund Group in the Financial Management Department by $400,000, offset by funds available generated by revenue collected from user departments through the Fleet Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). (Citywide) A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
13. 22-1133 Recommendation to approve the Fiscal Year 2022 designation of one-time District Priority Funds for City Council District infrastructure projects and existing programs; and
Approve related budget appropriation adjustments for Fiscal Year 2022 in accordance with existing City Council policy. (Citywide) A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
14. 22-1134 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35671 with W.W.
Grainger, Inc., of Lake Forest, IL, for furnishing and delivering
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maintenance, repair, and operations supplies and related materials, to increase the contract amount by $500,000, for a revised contract amount not to exceed $2,060,000. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
15. 22-1135 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP FS22-051 and award a contract to Integrated Cryogenic Solutions, LLC, of Escondido, CA, for decommissioning, tank removal and site restoration of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) station located at the Fleet Services Bureau facility site, in a total amount not to exceed $403,337; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments; and
Increase appropriations in the Fleet Services Fund Group in the Financial Management Department by $403,337, offset by funds available generated by revenue collected from user departments through the Fleet Memorandum of Understanding. (District 4) A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
16. 22-1136 Recommendation to receive and file Contract No. 36325 and the First through Ninth Amendments to Contract No. 36325 with Long Beach City College Foundation for the use of stadium facilities for COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites for the Health and Human Services Department, in the amount of $755,000 through September 30, 2022, made pursuant to Chapters 2.69 and 2.85 of the Long Beach Municipal Code (LBMC) and in response to the proclaimed emergency for COVID-19;
Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary with Long Beach City College Foundation for the use of stadium facilities for COVID-19 testing and vaccination for the duration of the COVID-19 emergency; and
Increase appropriations in the Health Fund Group in the Health and Human Services Department by $206,519, offset by grant revenue.
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(Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
17. 22-1137 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35936 with Suzanne P.
Lawrence, dba Advisor Business Solutions, of Long Beach, CA, for culturally relevant communications and marketing services for the Black Infant Health Public Awareness Campaign, to increase the contract amount by $175,000, for a revised contract amount not to exceed $350,000, and extend the term of the contract to June 30, 2023; and Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 36017 with Taxi Productions, Inc., dba KJLH 102.3 FM, of Inglewood, CA, for culturally relevant communications and marketing services for the Black Infant Health Public Awareness Campaign, to increase the contract amount by $50,000, for a revised contract amount not to exceed $200,000, and extend the term of the contract to June 30, 2023. (Citywide) A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
18. 22-1138 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP HR22-037 and award a contract to Managed Health Network (MHN) of San Rafael, CA, for employee assistance program services, in an annual amount not to exceed $150,000, for a period of four years, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
19. 22-1139 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all necessary documents, including any necessary subsequent amendments, with the State of California Office of Traffic Safety, to
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receive and expend the 2023 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant, in the amount of $430,000, for the period of October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023; and
Increase appropriations in the General Grants Fund Group in the Police Department by $430,000, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide) A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
20. 22-1140 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to grant an easement deed and enter into a Sewer Relocation Agreement with the County Sanitation District of Los Angeles County No. 3, for the improvement of a portion of the sanitary sewer facilities at Colorado Street, between Nieto and Orlena Avenues, as a part of the Colorado Lagoon Open Channel Phase 2A project. (District 3)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
21. 22-1141 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35423 with Infor Public Sector, Inc., of Alpharetta, GA, to provide maintenance and software support services, and, allow an annual increase of 6 percent or by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), whichever is greater for the remaining two years of the contract. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
22. 22-1142 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, including any necessary amendments, with CTC Technology and Energy, of Kensington, MD, for purchasing, furnishing, and delivering high-speed data communications services for the Library Services Department, in a total annual amount not to exceed $200,000, for a period of three years, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
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A motion was made to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-22-0168 on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES-22-0168
HEARINGS (5:44 PM)
23. 22-1143 Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, and consider two, third-party, appeals by Melinda Cotton (APL22-005) and Shemaiah Sims and Franklin Sims (APL22-006);
Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines (CE-22-113); and Deny the appeals and approve a Conditional Use Permit (CUP22-002) for the onsite service of alcoholic beverages (Type 41 - On-Sale Beer and Wine - Eating Place) at the Junipero Concession Stand located at 2630 East Ocean Blvd in the Park (P) Zoning District. (District 2) Christopher Koontz, Acting Director of Development Services, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Amy Pole, Applicant, spoke.
Melinda Cotton, Appellant, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Shemaiah Sims, Appellant, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Franklin Sims, Appellant, spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
Christopher Koontz, Acting Director of Development Services, spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Councilwoman Mungo spoke.
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Councilwoman Price spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Acting Director of Development Services, spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Allen, seconded by
Councilwoman Mungo, to approve recommendation, as
amended, to bring back the Conditional Use Permit to the City Council in 12 months for review. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
No: 1 - Zendejas
Absent: 1 - Uranga
24. 22-1144 Recommendation to receive the supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, and grant an Entertainment Permit with conditions for entertainment without dancing to SPFISH LB, LLC, dba San Pedro Fish Market on Alamitos Bay, at 6550 Marina Drive. (District 3)
Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager, spoke.
Tara Mortensen, Business Relations Manager, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Vice Mayor Richardson spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Price, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
PUBLIC COMMENT (6:46 PM)
Senay Kenfe spoke regarding Kings Park Parade Budget.
22-1264 Arthur Pinette spoke regarding solar panel installation permits; and provided a handout.
This Agenda Item was received and filed.
22-1270 Cherene Birkholz spoke regarding solar panel installation permits; and provided a handout.
This Agenda Item was received and filed.
REGULAR AGENDA (5:31 PM)
25. 22-1145 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $400, offset by the Fourth Council District One-time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the Historical Society of Long Beach for their 26th annual Cemetery Tour; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $400 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
26. 22-1146 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $1,000, offset by the First Council District One-time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a donation to Five Keys Schools and Programs in support of the Long Beach CAP Alliance; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $1,000 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
27. 22-1147 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $1,018, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a payment to Southern California Edison for district street lighting infrastructure investments; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $1,018 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Dave Shukla spoke.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
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A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
28. 22-1148 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $1,000, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the Rancho Los Cerritos Foundation for their 2022 Gala; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $1,000 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
29. 22-1149 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $500, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the Historical Society of Long Beach for their annual Cemetery Tour; and Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $500 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
30. 22-1150 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $500, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the Boy Scouts of America Long Beach Area Chapter for their annual Distinguished Citizen Dinner; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $500 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
31. 22-1151 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the Special Advertising and Promotion Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $950, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a donation to Justice for Homicide Victims; and
Decrease appropriations in the Special Advertising and Promotion Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $950 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
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Absent: 1 - Uranga
32. 22-1152 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $2,500, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the WomenShelter of Long Beach; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $2,500 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
33. 22-1153 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $95,000 offset by First Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to support the 2022 Día De Los Muertos celebration; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $95,000 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
34. 22-1154 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund
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Group in the City Manager Department by $420, offset by the First Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a donation to Los Angeles Galaxy Foundation in support of a youth soccer clinic at Drake Park; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $420 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
35. 22-1155 Recommendation to recognize the role played by multiple city departments and their staff members in response to Hurricane Kay and it’s impacts in Long Beach.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
Gonzalo Medina, Marine Safety Chief, spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilwoman Mungo spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Price, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
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36. 22-1156 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $7,700, offset by the Fifth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide donations to the following:
1) Historical Society of Long Beach, in the amount of $5,000, in support of their annual cemetery tour.
2) David Burcham PTA, in the amount of $200, for their APEX fundraiser and Fun Run.
3) WomenShelter of Long Beach, in the amount of $2,500, in support of their annual fundraising event.
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $7,700 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
37. 22-1157 Recommendation to request City Manager to work with City Attorney to draft a formal letter to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors requesting that they change their practice of requiring passengers to deboard at the end of the A Line.
Joe Harding spoke.
Nancy Downs spoke.
Orsa Modica spoke.
Rosemary Palermo spoke.
Andre Angles spoke.
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Senay Kenfe spoke.
Angela Mesna spoke.
Jim Goodin spoke.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
Jane Osborne, Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Mungo spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Jane Osborne, Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority, spoke.
Motion: Approve recommendation. Moved by Councilwoman Price, seconded by Councilwoman Mungo.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Jane Osborne, Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority, spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Jane Osborne, Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority, spoke.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Motion: Substitute motion to receive and file and change the schedules of Quality of Life Officers so they can assist individuals deboarding the Metro A Line. Moved by Councilwoman Zendejas, Seconded by Councilwoman Allen.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Jane Osborne, Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority, spoke.
Wally Hebeish, Chief of Police, spoke.
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Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Jane Osborne, Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority, spoke.
Vice Mayor Richardson spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
A second substitute motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by Councilman Supernaw, to approve
recommendation, amended, to [1] send a letter to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors to evaluate their practice of requiring passengers to deboard at the end of the A Line; [2] adjust the schedules of Quality of Life Officers so they can assist individuals deboarding the A Line; [3] assign Metro Long Beach Police Department Officers to ride the Long Beach Loop; and [4] continue to conduct a survey of individuals deboarding at the end of the A Line. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 2 - Mungo and Uranga
38. 22-1158 Recommendation to request City Manager to work with Health and Human Services and Technology and Innovation Departments to provide an updated report within 90 days on the feasibility and possible implementation strategies to develop a City of Long Beach specific
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mobile and web-based application for City staff and City of Long Beach residents who work with or interact with those experiencing homelessness and/or addiction or other mental health issues that provides updated, real-time data on bed availability at shelters, rehab, detox, medical detox, and other types of public, private, and non-profit beds. The mobile and web-based applications would provide additional information to City of Long Beach employees and residents about services such as food pantries, showers, or locations to get ID vouchers.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
Charles Parkin, City Attorney, spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Price, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 2 - Mungo and Uranga
39. 22-1159 Recommendation to request City Attorney to draft a resolution declaring fentanyl and opioid overdose a Public Health Crisis; and Request City Manager to work with Health and Human Services Department, in collaboration with Long Beach Unified School District, to develop an informational outreach campaign to educate high school students and parents about the dangers of fentanyl and opioid use.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Senay Kenfe spoke.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
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Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Paul Duncan, Homeless Services Manager, spoke.
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 2 - Mungo and Uranga
40. 22-1160 Recommendation to request City Manager to provide an update on the City’s effort to acquire park space along the Los Angeles (LA) River from LA County;
Request City Manager to direct the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine to develop a park vision plan for the 11-acre parcel APN 7140014940 in collaboration with the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy, community members, and all other appropriate stakeholders; and
Request City Manager investigate the feasibility of establishing a butterfly preserve along the LA River on a portion of parcel APN 7140014939.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Councilwoman Mungo spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Herlinda Chico spoke.
Joseph Gonzalez spoke.
Amy Valenzuela-Mier spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
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Brent Dennis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Marine, spoke.
Vice Mayor Richardson spoke.
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Mungo, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
Recused: 1 - Saro
41. 22-1161 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $10,000, offset by the Sixth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide funds to support Long Beach Organic for the development of the Long Beach Blvd. garden; and Decrease appropriations of the Sixth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $10,000 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Senay Kenfe spoke.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
42. 22-1162 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $6,875, offset by the Sixth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a donation to the following:
1) Love Beyond Limits in the amount of $2,500 to support the A Dream
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for King Park kickoff event;
2) United Cambodian Community in the amount of $540 to support the Cambodian Cultural Center Visioning Process;
3) Khmer Parent Association in the amount of $300 to support the 1st Annual Khmer Community Literacy Project;
4) Cambodia Town, Inc. in the amount of $3,535 to support the 2022 Cambodian Town Parade and Culture Festival; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $6,875 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Senay Kenfe spoke.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
43. 22-1163 Recommendation to adopt a Middle-Income Housing Program to include the policy components included herein. (Citywide) Senay Kenfe spoke.
Alex Cherrin spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Saro, to continue the item within 90 days. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Zendejas, Price, Supernaw, Saro and Richardson
Absent: 4 - Allen, Mungo, Uranga and Austin
44. 22-1164 Recommendation to declare the City of Long Beach owned Property located at 1720 Termino Avenue, 1760 Termino Avenue, and 4111 Wilton Street as surplus;
Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute any and all necessary
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documents, including a Purchase and Sale Agreement with MWN Community Hospital, LLC, a California limited liability company, for the transfer of the Subject Property in accordance with certain provisions of Lease No. 35432; and
Accept the Categorical Exemption CE-22-149. (District 3) Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Mary Torres, Manager of Property Services, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Diane DeWalsche spoke.
John Molina spoke.
Herlinda Chico spoke.
Rose Moyomoto spoke.
Councilwoman Price spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Price, seconded by
Councilwoman Mungo, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
45. 22-1165 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement, and all necessary documents including subsequent amendments, with the Long Beach Community College District, to provide law enforcement and security services, in an estimated annual amount of $3,724,645, beginning October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023. (Districts 5,6)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 2 - Mungo and Uranga
46. 22-1166 Recommendation to adopt the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) Special Order and authorize the department to continue the use of military equipment as outlined by California Assembly Bill (AB) 481; and
Direct City Attorney to prepare ordinance adopting the Long Beach Police Department Special Order. (Citywide)
Wally Hebeish, Chief of Police, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Jennifer Benitez spoke.
Naida Tushnet spoke.
Jeff Merrick spoke.
Jamilet Ochoa spoke.
Wayne Marchyshyn spoke.
Caitlin Baliss spoke.
Joanna Diaz spoke.
HB Boyer spoke.
Caspian Nash spoke.
Emily Munoz-Snyder spoke.
Josh De Leon spoke.
Erik G. spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
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Wally Hebeish, Chief of Police, spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Wally Hebeish, Chief of Police, spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Wally Hebeish, Chief of Police, spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Wally Hebeish, Chief of Police, spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Art Sanchez, Deputy City Attorney, spoke.
Vice Mayor Richardson spoke.
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 2 - Mungo and Uranga
47. 22-1167 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFQ PW22-012 and award contracts to BKF Engineers, of Newport Beach, CA, D. Woolley & Associates, Inc., of Tustin, CA, Johnson-Frank & Associates, Inc., of Anaheim, CA, Michael Baker International, Inc., of Santa Ana, CA, and Psomas, of Los Angeles, CA, for as-needed surveying services, in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $10,000,000 for a period of three years, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City
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Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contracts, including any necessary subsequent amendments. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 2 - Mungo and Uranga
NEW BUSINESS (5:31 PM)
48. 22-1172 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $1,000, offset by $500 Third Council District One-time District Priority Funds and $500 Fourth Council District One-time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the Tichenor Clinic for Children for their October 6, 2022 Tichenor Music in the Park being held in Recreation Park; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $1,000 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
49. 22-1173 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $2,000, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to California
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Families in Focus for Long Beach’s 2nd Annual Trans Pride Event at Recreation Park on October 2, 2022; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $2,000 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Alexa Casteron spoke.
Polo Hernandez spoke.
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Price, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
50. 22-1174 Recommendation to receive and file a presentation from Project Dignity.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Rocio Torres spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Mary Simmons spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation Pam Chotiswatdi spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
Herlinda Chico spoke.
Stacy Loveridge spoke.
Kerry Chhay spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Vice Mayor Richardson spoke.
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Vice Mayor Richardson, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Price, Supernaw, Mungo, Saro, Austin and Richardson
Absent: 1 - Uranga
22-1236 eComments received for the City Council meeting of Tuesday, October 4, 2022.
51. This Agenda Item was received and filed.
52. 22-1176 Supplemental Memorandum - Corrections and/or additions to the City Council Agenda as of 12:00 noon, Friday, September 30, 2022.
This Agenda Item was received and filed.
PUBLIC COMMENT (10:52 PM)
Dave Shukla spoke regarding AB 1857.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (10:53 PM)
Vice Mayor Richardson extended condolences to family of Councilmember Roberto Uranga.
ADJOURNMENT (10:55 PM)
At 10:55 PM, Vice Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting. ks
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NOTE:
If written language translation of the City Council agenda and minutes for non-English speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the Office of the City Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 72 business hours prior to the City Council meeting.
Kung humihiling ng nakasulat na pagsasalin ng wika ng agenda at minutes ng Konseho ng Lungsod para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng Ingles, mangyaring humiling sa pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 72 oras bago isagawa ang pulong ng Konseho ng Lungsod.
Si desea obtener la traducción escrita en otro idioma de la agenda y las actas del ayuntamiento de la ciudad para las personas que no hablan inglés, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la oficina del secretario municipal al (562) 570-6101, 72 horas hábiles antes de la reunión del ayuntamiento de la ciudad.