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Mary Zendejas, 1st District
Cindy Allen, Vice Mayor, 2nd District
Kristina Duggan, 3rd District
Daryl Supernaw, 4th District
Thomas B. Modica, City Manager
Monique De La Garza, City Clerk Rex Richardson, Mayor
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Megan Kerr, 5th District
Dr. Suely Saro, 6th District
Roberto Uranga, 7th District
Al Austin, 8th District
Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie, 9th District
Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney
FINISHED AGENDA & DRAFT MINUTES
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 (5:15 PM)
Councilmembers Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and
Present: Ricks-Oddie
Councilmembers Austin
Absent:
Also present: Thomas Modica, City Manager; Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager; Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney; Monique De La Garza, City Clerk; Kyle Smith, City Clerk Specialist.
Mayor Richardson presiding.
Invocation: Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Daryl Supernaw, Councilman, Fourth District.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
CONSENT CALENDAR (5:20 PM)
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Passed the Consent Calendar.
1. 23-0021
2. 23-0022
A motion was made by Councilmember Duggan, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 - 12. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to refer to City Attorney damage claims received between December 30, 2022 and January 9, 2023.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP HE-22-099 and award a contract to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles, Inc., of Los Angeles, CA, to facilitate the City of Long Beach (City) Employees Youth Mentorship Program connecting middle school students with City employees, in a total amount not to exceed $200,000, for a period of one year, 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;
Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with TouchPhrase Development, LLC, dba Julota, of Colorado Springs, CO, for development and maintenance of a case management and coordinated care technology platform designed for use in crisis community care, in an annual amount not to exceed $75,000 for a period of one year, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and
Adopt Specifications No. RFP HE-22-105 and award contracts to April Parker Foundation, of Long Beach, CA, California Aquatic Therapy &
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4. 23-0024
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Wellness Center, dba Pools of Hope, of Long Beach, CA, Cambodian Association of America, of Long Beach, CA, Long Beach Center for Economic Inclusion, of Long Beach, CA, Mind-1-1, of Long Beach, CA, and The Heart of Ida, of Long Beach, CA, for expansion of Promotoras/Community Health Champion (P/CHC) programs, in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $1,000,000, for a period of one year with the option to renew for one additional one-year period, 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 and adopt
Resolution No. RES-23-0005 on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES-23-0005
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. 1TB CE-22-097 and award a contract to International Coatings Company, Inc., of Cerritos, CA, for furnishing and delivering as-needed traffic paint, in an annual amount not to exceed $215,000, with a 20 percent contingency in the amount of $43,000, for a total annual contract amount not to exceed $258,000 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.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35162 with Hinderliter, de Llamas & Associates dba HdL Companies, of Diamond Bar, CA, for sales, use, and transaction and use tax auditing, projection, recovery, and consultant services, to increase the contract amount by $35,000, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $385,000, and extend the term of the contract to July 31, 2023. (Citywide)
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5. 23-0025
6. 23-0026
7. 23-0027
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A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement, and all necessary documents, including subsequent amendments and amendments to the award amount, with the National Association County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) to receive and expend grant funding in the amount of $250,000 to support the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), to participate in the Addressing Needs of People with Disabilities in COVID-19 Local Preparedness Planning, Mitigation and Recovery Efforts - Part 2 grant program, and to participate in the Vaccine Hesitancy project, for the period of December 1, 2022 through December 31, 2023; and
Increase appropriations in the Health Fund Group in the Health and Human Services Department by $250,000, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all necessary documents and any subsequent amendments, including amending the award amount, with the California Department of Public Health, to accept and expend the State General Fund (SGH) Black Infant Health Expansion Plan in the amount of $619,484 for the administration and expansion of the Black Infant Health Program, for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and
Increase appropriations in the Health Fund Group in the Health and Human Services Department by $619,484, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all
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8. 23-0028
9. 23-0029
10. 23-0030
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necessary documents and any subsequent amendments, including amending the award amount, with the California Department of Public Health, to accept and expend grant funding in the amount of $528,530 for administration and expansion of the California Home Visiting Program (CHVP), for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, with the option to extend the agreement for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and Increase appropriations in the Health Fund Group in the Health and Human Services Department by $49,313, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a revised agreement to replace Contract No. 20-10011 with the State of California Department of Health Care Services for the continued participation in the County-Based Med-Cal Administrative Activities, to continue in full force and effect until terminated by either party, for an annual revenue not to exceed $500,000. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to accept grant credit from the U.S. Soccer Foundation, in an amount not to exceed $85,000, to be used for the resurfacing of two futsal courts at DeForest Park; and, execute the grant agreement and any documents necessary for the administration of the project.
(District 9)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP PW22-033 and award a contract to Kleinfelder, Inc., of San Diego, CA, for Professional Engineering Services for the 2nd Street Bridge over the Marine Stadium Rehabilitation Project, in an amount not to exceed
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1.2. 23-0032
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$550,191, 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 contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments. (District 3)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a grant agreement, and any necessary documents including any amendments, with the Port of Long Beach (POLB) through the Community Grants Program, to accept and expend grant funding in an amount not to exceed $121,084, to be used to install solar panels at the Expo Center at 4321 Atlantic Avenue (Project), and execute any documents necessary for the administration of the Project; Increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $121,084, offset by POLB grant reimbursement revenues; and
Increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $121,084 for a technical appropriation to allow for the transfer of POLB funds from the Capital Projects Grants Fund. (District 5)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 34903 with Homeboy Recycling, a California social purpose corporation, dba Homeboy Electronics Recycling, of Los Angeles, CA, to provide transportation and disposal services of electronic waste, and extend the term of the contract to March 31, 2023. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
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CEREMONIALS AND PRESENTATIONS (5:21 PM)
AKA 115 YEARS OF SERVICE
23-0089 Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Tunua Thrash-Ntuk spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Terri Williams spoke.
This Handout was received and filed.
HEARINGS (5:30 PM)
13. 23-0033 Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, and find that the Project is exempt from further environmental review and affirm the Planning Commission's determination (Categorical exemption CE 21-156); and, find that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15303 (Class 3 - New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures); and
Adopt resolution approving a General Plan Amendment (GPA21-004) to change the Land Use Element Place Type designation of 2600 California Avenue from Open Space (OS) to Neo-lndustrial (NI). (District 5)
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie recused herself from Agenda Item No. 13.
Allison Spindler-Ruiz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Allison Spindler-Ruiz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke.
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15. 23-0035
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Councilmember Uranga spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation and
adopt Resolution No. RES-23-0006. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro and Uranga
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Enactment No: RES-23-0006
Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, and adopt resolution continuing the Fourth Street Parking and Business Improvement Area assessment levy for the period of October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2023; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to extend the agreement with the Fourth Street Business Improvement Association for a one-year term. (District 2)
Johnny Vallejo, Deputy Director of Economic Development, spoke.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Allen, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation and
adopt Resolution No. RES-23-0007. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Enactment No: RES-23-0007
Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, and grant an Entertainment Permit with conditions for Entertainment without Dancing to Green Table Hospitality, Inc., dba Ubuntu Cafe, at 335 Nieto Avenue. (District 3) Tara Mortensen, Business Relations Manager, spoke.
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Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Duggan, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
PUBLIC COMMENT (5:48 PM)
Rocio Torres spoke regarding a homelessness master plan.
Melissa Christoffersen spoke regarding a homelessness master plan.
Mary Simmons spoke regarding a homelessness master plan.
Pam Chotiswatdi spoke regarding a homelessness master plan.
Naida Tushnet spoke regarding a homelessness master plan.
Michael Woods spoke regarding a homelessness master plan.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
REGULAR AGENDA (6:01 PM)
16. 22-1449 Recommendation to request City Manager to investigate the feasibility of developing a Long Beach Cultural Vision Plan that can serve as a guide in the City's investments in its diverse population, and report back to the City Council in 90 days.
Lyna Vuong spoke.
Caitlyn Vuong spoke.
Anthony Guerrero spoke.
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Justin Yi spoke.
Andy Rath spoke.
Jessica Gillette spoke.
Karen Reside spoke.
Van Bui spoke.
Mayra Garcia-Cortez spoke.
Jayson Mercado spoke.
Allen Keo spoke.
Frederick Sor spoke.
Sharon Diggs-Jackson spoke.
Griselda Suarez spoke.
Tasha Hunter spoke.
Greg Johnson spoke.
Elsa Tung spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
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18. 23-0038
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Vice Mayor Allen, to approve recommendation, as amended, to forward the completed feasibility study to Economic
Development and Finance Committee prior to returning to City Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to approve the Downtown Long Beach Parking and Business Improvement Area Annual Report continuing the annual business license assessment for the period of October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2023; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to extend the agreement with the Downtown Long Beach Alliance for a one-year term. (Districts 1,2)
Johnny Vallejo, Deputy Director of Economic Development, spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by · Vice Mayor Allen, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP ED22-154 and award a contract to California State University, Long Beach Research Foundation, of Long Beach, CA, to research and evaluate the Long Beach Guaranteed Income Pilot Program, in a total amount not to exceed $450,000 for a period of eighteen (18) months, with the option to renew for one year if additional funding is secured, 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)
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19. 23-0039
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend the Southeast Resource Recovery Facility (SERRF) Operations and Maintenance Agreement No. 23336 (Agreement) with Covanta Long Beach Renewable Energy Corporation (Covanta), of Long Beach, CA, to adjust the commercial structure such that Covanta will take responsibility for all SERRF revenues and expenses for a contract period beginning February 1, 2023, until the end of the existing contract term of June 30, 2024. (Citywide) Bob Dowell, Director of Energy Resources, spoke.
Kimberly Amaya spoke.
Whitney Amaya spoke.
Dave Shukla spoke.
Elsa Tung spoke.
Andrea Svennby spoke.
Celeste Mendez spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
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20. 23-0040
21. 23-0041
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
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Bob Dowell, Director of Energy Resources, spoke.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Allen, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to receive and file an update on the Public Provider Ground Emergency Medical Transportation Intergovernmental Transfer Program administered by the State Department of Health Care Services. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute contracts, and any necessary documents including subgrants or subsequent amendments, with Family Promise of the South Bay, of Torrance, CA; Illumination Foundation, of Orange, CA; Mental Health America of Los Angeles, of Long Beach, CA; and People Assisting the Homeless of Los Angeles, CA, to provide intensive case management services for individuals and families who are matched with Emergency Housing Vouchers through the Long Beach Coordinated Entry System, in a total annual aggregate amount not to exceed $1,933,360 for a period of one year, with the option to renew for one additional one-year period, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
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22. 23-0042
23. 23-0043
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all necessary documents and any subsequent amendments, including any amendments to the award amount, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to accept and expend funding in an amount not to exceed $6,719,638, for enhancing the public health workforce and infrastructure, for the period of December 1, 2022 through November 30,2027; and
Increase appropriations in the Health Fund Group in the Health and Human Services Department by $6,719,638, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to adopt resolution approving an exception to the 180-day waiting period for Public Agencies pursuant to Government Code 7522.56 and 21224, to hire Ms. Francine S. Wiegelman for a limited duration to work in the Financial Management Department. (Citywide)
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilmember Uranga, to approve recommendation and
adopt Resolution No. RES-23-0008. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Enactment No: RES-23-0008
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP AP22-131 and award a contract to LAZ Karp Associates, LLC, of Hartford, CT, for parking operations and management services at Long Beach Airport, in the amount of $2,908,837, authorize a 20 percent contingency in the amount of $581,767, authorize an additional contingency in the amount of $554,488 for the procurement of a Parking Access Revenue Control System and wayfinding system, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,045,092 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 contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments;
Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 34491 with ABM Aviation, Inc., formerly ABM Parking Services, Inc., of Los Angeles, CA, to continue providing airport parking operations and management services until the Long Beach Airport transitions to a parking new contract, to increase the contract amount by $350,000 with a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $35,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $9,432,391, and extend the term of the contract through April 30, 2023; and
Increase appropriations in the Airport Fund Group in the Airport Department by $160,530, offset by Airport operating revenue. (Districts 4,5)
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Conrad Midolo spoke.
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25. 23-0045
26. 23-0046
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute any necessary documents including subsequent amendments, to accept grant funds from the California Department of Parks and Recreation (California State Parks) in an amount not to exceed $15,400,000, for capital improvements at El Dorado East Regional, El Dorado Park West, Houghton, and Stearns Parks. (Districts 4,9)
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie,
seconded by Councilman Supernaw, to approve
recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-23-0009. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Enactment No: RES-23-0009
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Agreement No. 34906 with Gillis & Panichapan Architects, Inc., of Costa Mesa, CA; Agreement No. 34907 with HOR Engineering, Inc., of Long Beach, CA; and Agreement No. 34908 with Stantec Consulting Services Inc., of Irvine, CA, for on-call professional engineering and architectural services for the Long Beach Municipal Urban Stormwater Treatment (LB-MUST) Project, to increase the aggregate amount by $3,000,000, for a revised total aggregate amount not to exceed $10,300,000, extend the contract terms for an additional three-year period, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, and any necessary subsequent amendments, at the discretion of the City Manager. (District 1)
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Vice Mayor Allen, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications No. R-7171 and award a contract to Powell Constructors Inc., of Fontana, 'CA, for the 1-605 Soundwall Project, in an amount of $2,073,095, authorize a 15 percent contingency in the amount of $310,964, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,384,059; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary amendments;
Increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $1,300,000, offset by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Measure R Highway Sub-Regional Program Grant funds (MR315.60);
Increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $1,300,000, offset by transfer of the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Measure R Highway Sub-Regional Program Grant funds from the Capital Grant Fund; and
Accept Categorical Exemption No. CE-20-017. (District 4) A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
ORDINANCES (6:48 PM)
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Recommendation to declare ordinance amending the Long Beach Municipal Code by amending Sections 14.15.020, 14.15.030,
14.15.100, 14.15.110, all relating to parklets, read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. (Citywide)
Eric Lopez, Director of Public Works, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Brian Cochrane spoke.
Estela Tejidor spoke.
Jeff Miller spoke.
Kurt Schneider spoke .
. Melinda Cotton spoke.
Julie Dean spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Eric Lopez, Director of Public Works, spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Eric Lopez, Director of Public Works, spoke.
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Allen, seconded by
Councilmember Duggan, to declare ordinance read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Recommendation to declare ordinance amending the Long Beach Municipal Code by adding Chapters 18.100, 21.69, and 22.35, to temporarily suspend certain provisions of Titles 18, 21 and 22 during the proclaimed local emergency caused by homelessness, declaring the urgency thereof; read and adopted as read. (Citywide) (Emergency Ordinance No. ORD-23-0001)
Mayra Garcia-Cortez spoke.
Van Bui spoke.
Elsa Tung spoke.
Dave Shukla spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation and adopt
Emergency Ordinance No. ORD-23-0001. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Austin
Enactment No: ORD-23-0001
30. Affidavit of Service for special meeting held Tuesday, January 17, 2023.
31. 23-0036 eComments received for the City Council meeting of Tuesday, January 17, 2023.
This Agenda Item was received and filed.
PUBLIC COMMENT (8: 18 PM)
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There was no public comment.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (8:18 PM)
Councilwoman Saro made community announcements.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie made community announcements.
ADJOURNMENT (8:21 PM)
At 8:21 PM, Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting.
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MEETING MINUTES
Mary Zendejas, 1st District
Cindy Allen, Vice Mayor, 2nd District
Kristina Duggan, 3rd District
Daryl Supernaw, 4th District
Thomas B. Modica, City Manager
Monique De La Garza, City Clerk
Rex Richardson, Mayor
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Megan Kerr, 5th District
Dr. Suely Saro, 6th District
Roberto Uranga, 7th District
Al Austin, 8th District
Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie, 9th District
Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney
FINISHED AGENDA & DRAFT MINUTES
ROLL CALL (3:34 PM)
Councilmembers Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Present:
Councilmembers Zendejas, Allen and Austin
Absent:
Also present: Thomas Modica, City Manager; Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager; Monica Kilaita, Deputy City Attorney; Monique De La Garza, City Clerk; Kyle Smith, City Clerk Specialist.
Mayor Richardson presiding.
SPECIAL MEETING
STUDY SESSION (3:34 PM)
1. 23-0049 Recommendation to receive and file a presentation on the City's FY 24 Budget Context Approach.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
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Grace Yoon, Budget Manager, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Grace Yoon, Budget Manager, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Grace Yoon, Budget Manager, spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
Grace Yoon, Budget Manager, spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Grace Yoon, Budget Manager, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Kevin Riper, Director of Financial Management, spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilman Supernaw, to receive and file. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 2 - Zendejas and Austin
eComments received for the City Council special meeting of Tuesday, January 17, 2023.
This Agenda Item was received and filed.
ADJOURNMENT (4:05 PM)
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At 4:05 PM, Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting.
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Mary Zendejas, 1st District
Cindy Allen, Vice Mayor, 2nd District
Kristina Duggan, 3rd District
Daryl Supernaw, 4th District
Thomas B. Modica, City Manager
Monique De La Garza, City Clerk Rex Richardson, Mayor
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Megan Kerr, 5th District
Dr. Suely Saro, 6th District
Roberto Uranga, 7th District
Al Austin, 8th District
Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie, 9th District
Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney
FINISHED AGENDA & DRAFT MINUTES
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.
SPECIAL MEETING
ROLL CALL (4:09 PM}
Councilmembers Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin and
Present: Ricks-Oddie
Councilmembers Allen
Absent:
Also present: Thomas Modica, City Manager; Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager; Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney; Allison Bunma, Assistant City Clerk; Karen Baldwin, City Clerk Specialist.
Mayor Richardson presiding.
Invocation: Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Daryl Supernaw, Councilman, Fourth District.
CONSENT CALENDAR (5:17 PM}
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Passed the Consent Calendar.
1. 23-0056
2. 23-0057
3. 23-0058
4. 23-0059
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilmember Uranga, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 - 13, except for Items 8, 11, and 13. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Tuesday, January 10, 2023.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to refer to City Attorney damage claims received between January 9, 2023 and January 13, 2023.
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to approve the destruction of records for the Department of Library Services; and adopt resolution.
A motion was made to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-23-0010 on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES-23-0010
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a Crane Swing Easement Agreement with NASH - Holland 3PAC Investors, LLC (Developer), granting a temporary, non-exclusive, above-ground easement, for the sole purpose of allowing a crane to operate in the air space over City-owned property located at 309 Pine Avenue. (District 1)
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5. 23-0060
6. 23-0061
7. 23-0062
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A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP ED-22-102 and award a contract to Long Beach Center for Economic Inclusion, of Long Beach, CA, to implement the ActivateLB Customer Activation Program, in a total amount not to exceed $223,198 for a period of one year, with the option to renew for one additional year, 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.
Recommendation to adopt resolution approving a Letter of Agreement between the City of Long Beach and the Long Beach Management Association (LBMA) to amend the 2019-2023 LBMA Memorandum of Understanding. The amended provision is under the Pay for Performance section of the LBMA MOU Appendix E, Section V, Subsection C. (Citywide)
A motion was made to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RE.S-23-0011 on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES-23-0011
Recommendation to adopt resolution amending the City of Long Beach Fiscal Year 2023 Salary Resolution, Section 18 - Vacation Pay Off, by replacing the current Vacation Pay Off language with the new Vacation Cash Out Program for employees represented by an existing Memorandum of Understanding with the Long Beach Management Association, Long Beach City Attorney's Association, Long Beach City Prosecutors Association, and unrepresented management assigned to the Executive Salary Range (E00) or the Professional Salary Range (A00 through D00). (Citywide)
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8. 23-0063
9. 23-0064
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A motion was made to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-23-0012 on the Consent Calendar.
Enactment No: RES-23-0012
Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP HR22-038 and award a contract to Nancy K Bohl, Inc., dba The Counseling Team International (TCTI}, of San Bernardino, CA, for Critical Incident and Counseling Services for certain personnel within the Long Beach Police, Long Beach Fire, and Long Beach Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Communications Departments, in a total annual amount not to exceed $250,000, for a period of three 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 contract, including any necessary amendments. (Citywide)
Council member Duggan recused herself from Agenda Item No. 8.
Joe Ambrosini, Director of Human Resources, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Wally Hebeish, Chief of Police, spoke.
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie,
seconded by Councilwoman Saro, to approve
recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Duggan
Recommendation to receive and file the application of El Patio Fine Tacos & Beer Incorporated, dba Merced Restaurant, for a premise to premise and fiduciary transfer of an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, at 3317 East 7th Street. (District 2)
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10. 23-0065
11. 23-0066
12. 23-0067
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A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to receive the application of Ruta 15 Restaurant Solutions, Incorporated, dba Ruta 15 Ceviche Bar Mexican Kitchen, for an original application of an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, at 1436 East 7th Street, submit a Public Notice of Protest to ABC, and direct City Manager to withdraw the protest if a Conditional Use Permit Exemption (CUPEX) is granted. (District 2)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to receive and file the application of Dough Boys, LLC, dba Nonna Mercalo, for an original application of an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, at 3722 Atlantic Avenue. (District 5) Councilmember Ricks-Oddie recused herself from Agenda Item No. 11.
Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager, spoke.
Evan Braude spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation, as
amended, to correct the name of the business to Dough Boys, LLC, dba Nonna Mercato. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to accept an easement deed from Nash-Holland 3Pac Investors, a Delaware limited liability company, and the owner of the property at 131 West 3rd Street, for vehicular access; and execute a quitclaim deed for the existing recorded vehicle access easement; and
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Accept CEQA Notice of Determination, State Clearinghouse number 2009071006. (District 1)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into an agreement with Downtown Long Beach Alliance, of Long Beach, CA, for enhanced services on 1st Street between Pacific Avenue and Long Beach Boulevard, and trash receptacles throughout the Downtown area, in an annual amount not to exceed $291,000, for a period of two years, with option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Districts 1,2)
Council member Ricks-Oddie recused herself from Agenda Item No. 13.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Eric Lopez, Director of Public Works, spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation an~ adopt
Resolution No. RES-23-0013. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Enactment No: RES-23-0013
HEARINGS (5:30 PM)
14. 23-0069 Recommendation to adopt resolution certifying the Fire Station No. 9 at 4101 Long Beach Boulevard Project Environmental Impact Report (EIR-04-21, SCH# 2022020416), making findings of facts and approving a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP);
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Councilmember Ricks-Oddie recused herself from Agenda Item No. 14.
Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager, spoke.
Maryanne Cronin, Planner, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Unidentified person spoke.
Unidentified person spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Director of Development Services, spoke.
Dennis Buchanan, Deputy Fire Chief, spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-23-0014. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Enactment No: RES-23-0014
Adopt resolution approving a General Plan Amendment (GPA21-003) from Founding and Contemporary Neighborhood (FCN) to
Neighborhood Serving Center or Corridor Low Density (NSC-L);
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23-0072
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-23-0015. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Enactment No: RES-23-0015
Declare ordinance approving a Zone Change (ZCHG21-003) from Community Commercial Automobile-Oriented (CCA) and Single-family Residential, large lot (R-1-L) to Mixed-Use Zone-1 (MU-1) read for the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to declare ordinance read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Declare ordinance amending Ordinance No. C-1015 to repeal and remove the five-foot-special setback along the west side of Long Beach Boulevard where it fronts the Fire Station No. 9 project at 4101 Long Beach Boulevard read for the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading;
Approve Site Plan Review (SPR21-050) for clearance of an existing
0.4-acre site and construction of a new two-story (12,780 square foot) Fire Station No. 9 with three (3) drive-through apparatus bays located at 4101 Long Beach Boulevard;
Approve Standards Variances requests to allow: 1) a driveway on
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Randolph Place located less than thirty feet (30') from an intersection (SV22-006) and 2) a curb cut greater than the 24-foot maximum on Randolph Place (SV22-007); and
Approve a Lot Merger (LMG22-014) to merge three lots into one 16,829-square-foot lot. (District 5)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to declare ordinance read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, and consider the applicant's appeal by SM Car Wash (APL22-005);
Adopt resolution adopting and certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND 06-22) and making findings of fact; Council member Ricks-Oddie recused herself from Agenda Item No. 15.
Senay Kenfe spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, that the item be continued to the meeting of Tuesday, February 21, 2023. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Declare ordinance amending the Land Use District Map (Zoning Map)
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by amending portions of Part 10 of said map to approve and implement a Zone Change (ZCHG20-009) from Regional Highway Commercial (CHW) and Low-density Multi-Family Residential, small lot (R-3-S) to Community R-4-N Commercial (CCN) read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading; and Deny the appeal of the Planning Commission's decision and deny a Conditional Use Permit (CUP20-003) for a new 3,278-square-foot detached automated car wash along with two ancillary buildings, located at 1911 East Pacific Coast Highway in the CCN Zoning Districts. (District 6)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, that the item be continued to the meeting of Tuesday, February 21, 2023. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Recommendation to adopt resolution certifying the Final EIR-05-19 (SCH No. 2020010387), making findings of fact, adopting a Statement of Overriding considerations, and approving a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP);
Council member Ricks-Oddie recused herself from Agenda Item No. 16.
Linda Tatum, Assistant City Manager, spoke.
Alison Spindler-Ruiz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Brian Dandrea, Senior Vice President, Century Villages at Cabrillo, spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
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23-0076
23-0077
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A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation and
adopt Resolution No. RES-23-0016. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Enactment No: RES-23-0016
Adopt resolution establishing the Century Villages at Cabrillo Specific Plan (SP-4) pursuant to Sections 65450-65458 of the California Government Code;
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation and
adopt Resolution No. RES-23-0017. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Enactment No: RES-23-0017
Declare ordinance amending the California State University Research and Technology Center/Villages at Cabrillo Long Beach Vets Planned Development District (PD-31 ), to be renamed to the California State University Research and Technology Center Planned Development District (PD-31) and repealing and removing the inclusion and reference to "Villages at Cabrillo" (subarea D) from said Planned Development District, read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading;
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23-0078
23-0079
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A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to declare ordinance read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Declare ordinance amending the Land Use District Map (Zoning Map) by amending portions of Part 8 of said map (ZCHG22-002) to reflect the establishment of the Century Villages at Cabrillo Specific Plan (SP-4 ), read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading; and
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to declare ordinance read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
Declare ordinance amending Long Beach Municipal Code Section
21.37.120 to amend the title of PD-31, and Section 21.37.210 to add SP-4 (Century Villages at Cabrillo Specific Plan) to the list of Specific Plans, read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. (District 7)
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A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to declare ordinance read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga and Austin
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recused: 1 - Ricks-Oddie
PUBLIC COMMENT (6:15 PM)
Dave Shukla spoke regarding electricity.
REGULAR AGENDA (7:12 PM)
17. 23-0080
18. 23-0081
Recommendation to amend the Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated March 10, 2022, with Armory Arts Collective, LP (Buyer/Developer), for the disposition of City of Long Beach-owned exempt surplus property located at 854 East 7th Street, commonly known as the former Long Beach Armory (Subject Property) to add an Option to Lease the Subject Property in lieu of a fee purchase. (District 1) Johnny Vallejo, Deputy Director of Economic Development, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 2 - Allen and Uranga
WITHDRAWN
Recommendation to receive and file a presentation on the Analysis of
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Local Preference in Contracting;
Direct City Attorney to prepare an ordinance amending the Long Beach Municipal Code Section 2.84 .30, Local Preference, to raise the preference cap to $50,000 from $10,000; and
Direct City Manager to develop guidance for City staff to promote and prioritize the use of local vendors as practical for purchases under $25,000 and for Requests for Proposals. (Citywide)
This Agenda Item was withdrawn.
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with VOYA, for healthcare specific stop-loss reinsurance coverage with a $500,000 deductible level, at an estimated cost of $2,161,743 for a 12-month period retroactively effective January 1, 2023; and, execute any subsequent amendments necessary to maintain current benefit levels and remain in compliance with State and federal laws. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 2 - Allen and Uranga
ORDINANCES (6:51 PM)
20. 23-0048 Recommendation to declare ordinance amending the Long Beach Municipal Code by amending Sections 14.15.020, 14.15.030,
14.15.100, 14.15.110, all relating to parklets, read and adopted as read. (Citywide)
Jeff Miller spoke.
Melinda Cotton spoke.
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21. 23-0084
Brian Cochrane spoke.
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Eric Lopez, Director of Public Works, spoke.
Vanessa Ibarra, Deputy City Attorney, spoke.
CIVIC CHAMBERS, 4:00 PM
A motion was made by Councilmember Duggan, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation and adopt
Ordinance No. ORD-23-0002. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 2 - Allen and Uranga
Enactment No: ORD-23-0002
Recommendation to declare ordinance amending the Long Beach Municipal Code by adding Chapter 2.84.170 to temporarily suspend certain provisions of Title 2.84.100 during the proclaimed local emergency caused by homelessness; read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading; declaring the urgency thereof; and, declaring that this ordinance shall take effect immediately. (Citywide)
John Gafford spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation to declare an emergency to exist. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 2 - Allen and Uranga
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation to declare Emergency Ordinance No. ORD-23-0003, read, and adopted as read and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 2 - Allen and Uranga
Enactment No: ORD-23-0003
NEW BUSINESS (4:11 PM)
21. Agenda Item No. 21 is listed under Ordinances.
22. 23-0085
23. 23-0086
Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $1,000, offset by the Sixth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a donation to Partners of Parks to support the Long Beach Hoops After Dark; and
Decrease appropriations of the Sixth Council District One-time District Priority Funds in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $1,000 to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund
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Group in the City Manager Department by $3,000, offset by the Eighth Council District One-time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide donations of:
1. $2,500 to Long Beach Community Action Partnership in support of their annual Long Beach Night CAP event;
2. $500 to Long Beach Unity Festival to support their 2023 Appreciation Gala & Fundraiser Vision Launch; and
Decrease appropriation in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $3,000, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recommendation to continue the local emergency caused by conditions or threatened conditions of homelessness within the City of Long Beach, which if not corrected, constitute an imminent and proximate threat to the safety of persons and property within the City, and;
Receive and file an update on the emergency declaration and associated activities and provide any additional direction to City staff regarding the emergency. (Citywide)
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Kelly Colopy, Director of Health and Human Services, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Eric Lopez, Director of Public Works, spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
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Mayor Richardson spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
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Christopher Koontz, Director of Development Services, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Paul Duncan, Homeless Services Manager, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 1 - Allen
Recommendation to receive and file a presentation from the Long Beach Utilities Department on the increase of natural gas commodity prices statewide, impacts to customers' gas bills, communication outreach efforts to customers, the status of the natural gas commodity market statewide, and bill assistance and payment plan options made available to customers. (Citywide)
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Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Chris Garner, Director of Long Beach Utilities, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Dave Shukla spoke.
Mrs. Thomas spoke.
Victor Ibarra spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 - Zendejas, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Austin and Ricks-Oddie
Absent: 2 - Allen and Uranga
26. Affidavit of Service for special meeting held Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
27. 23-0091 Supplemental Memorandum - Corrections and/or additions to the City Council Agenda as of 12:00 noon, Friday, January 20, 2023.
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This Agenda Item was received and filed.
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28. 23-0093 eComments and emails received for the City Council meeting of Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
This Agenda Item was received and filed.
PUBLIC COMMENT (7:18 PM)
Jillian Xavier spoke regarding cannabis.
Emily Hansen spoke regarding eucalyptus tree damage.
Kelvin Anderson spoke regarding preserving the World Famous VIP Records sign.
John Gafford spoke regarding various issues.
Dr. Faith spoke regarding various issues.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:35 PM)
Mayor Richardson acknowledged the tragedies in Monterey Park, Half Moon Bay, and the requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Khalil Saleem.
Councilwoman Saro acknowledged those who are celebrating the Lunar New Year, and the tragedies in Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay.
ADJOURNMENT (7:37 PM)
At 7:37 PM, Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting in memory of Khalil Saleem. kb
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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.
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