Date: August 8, 2023
To: Honorable Mayor and Council
From: Councilmember Kristina Duggan
Subject: Fund Transfer: Long Beach Community Compost
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $600, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a donation of $600 to Long Beach Community Compost for the Community Compost Workshop; and,
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $600, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
DISCUSSION:
Long Beach Community Compost is a self-organizing group of individuals whose primary mission is to turn residents’ food waste and yard debris into steamy, glorious compost. In partnership with the Office of Sustainability, their composting hub is located on the west side of the Native Restoration Area in Willow Springs Park. Long Beach Community Compost held a Community Compost Workshop in the Greenbelt in the 3rd District that was free and open to the public.
This matter was reviewed by Budget Analyst Joe R. Guerrero on July 25, 2023.
FISCAL IMPACT:
This recommendation requests the City Manager to provide a contribution to Long Beach Community Compost for Community Compost Workshop. The total appropriation increase of $600 in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department will be offset by a decrease of appropriation of Third Council District One-time District Priority Funds in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department. The requested action is anticipated to require a minimal level of staff hours beyond the budgeted scope of duties and have a minimal impact on meeting other City Council priorities. There is no local job impact associated with the recommendation.
EQUITY LENS STATEMENT:
C-3
Staff will consider issues of equity and access with any program proposals brought forward to ensure the City’s commitment for everyone reaching their highest level of health and potential for a successful life, regardless of background, neighborhood, or identity.