Memorandum
Travel Report: Intergovernmental Affairs Committee’s Report on April 29-30, 2024, Travel to Washington, DC
On April 29-30, 2024, Mayor Richardson and the Intergovernmental Affairs Committee of the Long Beach City Council will travel to Washington, DC. In addition to the City’s elected members, the delegation includes staff from the Port of Long Beach, Utilities Department, elected offices, a Deputy City Manager, and the City’s federal legislative representative, Holland & Knight.
Planned meetings include the City’s legislative delegation representatives, administration officials, and agency representatives. Issues that may be discussed include the following:
• The City’s legislative and funding priorities and bills proposed by delegation members;
• The City’s 2024 Legislative Agenda; and,
• Support and resources to advance homelessness response and affordable housing, the Grow Long Beach Initiative, and the City’s preparations for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.