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Mary Zendejas, 1st District
Cindy Allen, Vice Mayor, 2nd District
Kristina Duggan, 3rd District
Daryl Supernaw, 4th District
Megan Kerr, 5th District
Dr. Suely Saro, 6th District
Roberto Uranga, 7th District
Al Austin, 8th District
Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie, 9th District
Thomas B. Modica, City Manager
Monique De La Garza, City Clerk
Rex Richardson, Mayor
Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney
FINISHED AGENDA & MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
At 5:07 PM, Mayor Richardson called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
Councilmembers Absent: Zendejas, Duggan
Also present: Thomas Modica, City Manager, April Walker, Assistant City Manager, Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney, Monique De La Garza, City Clerk, Karen Baldwin, City Clerk Analyst.
Mayor Richardson presiding.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Invocation: Moment of Silence.
Councilman Supernaw led the Pledge of Allegiance.
NOTE: Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney, reported out of Closed Session, that in the matter of Samuel Bonner vs. City of Long Beach, the City Council authorizes settlement in the amount of $1,000,000; and in the matter of Frank Gaytan vs. City of Long Beach, the City Council authorizes a settlement in the amount of $450,000.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 – 43, except for Items 10, 14, and 25. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
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Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
Edward M. spoke.
1. 24-55707 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $320, offset by the Mayor’s Office District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a contribution to the Arts Council for Long Beach to support arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $320, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
2. 24-55704 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $2,298, offset by $1,149 from the Third Council District One-time District Priority Funds and $1,149 from the Fourth Council District One- time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the Beach Crew Alumni Association; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $2,298, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
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3. 24-55705 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $7,400, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide contributions of:
1. $1,200 to the Greenbelt Heights Neighborhood Association for various community events;
2. $6,200 to the Community Action Team for various community events; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $7,400, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
4. 24-55706 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $750, offset by $250 from the Third Council District One- Time District Priority Funds, $250 from the Fourth Council District One-Time Priority Funds, and $250 from the Eighth District One-Time Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a contribution to the Arts Council for Long Beach to support arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $750, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
5. 24-55713 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City
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Manager Department by $250, offset by the Ninth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a contribution to the Arts Council for Long Beach to support arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $250, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
6. 24-55714 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $250, offset by the Fifth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a contribution to the Arts Council for Long Beach to support arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $250, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
7. 24-55715 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $4,250, offset by the Second Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide contributions of:
• Urban Reset Foundation for their 5th Annual Adopt a Family Drive in the amount of $1,000;
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• Bluff Heights Neighborhood Association for their annual Holiday Party on December 8, 2024 in the amount of $500;
• The Atlantic Alano Club for their New Years Eve Sober LGBTQ Dance on December 31, 2024 in the amount of $2,500;
• The Arts Council for Long Beach to support arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest in the amount of $250; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $4,250, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
8. 24-55716 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $250, offset by the Seventh Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a contribution to the Arts Council for Long Beach to support arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $250, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
9. 24-55717 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $3,900, offset by the First Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide contributions to the following:
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• Friends of Long Beach Dairy and Creamery Landmark in support of a Black Long Beach Christmas Story in the amount of $150;
• Carole M. Sergy, on behalf of the Pine Beautification Posse, a community- based organization dedication to the cleanliness of the North Pine neighborhood in the amount of $1,000;
• Aras Management, LLC. in support of local street vendor participation, in the amount of $1,000;
• Willmore City Heritage Association in support of Winter in Willmore in the amount of $1,500;
• Arts Council for Long Beach in support of arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest in the amount of $250; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $3,900, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
10. 24-55719 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $1,965, offset by a transfer of First District One-Time Council District Priority Funds from the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department for signage and lighting infrastructure improvements in the North East Village Neighborhood; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $1,965, to offset a transfer to the Public Works Department.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, that the item be laid over to the Tuesday, December 10, 2024, City Council meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
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Councilwoman Saro spoke.
11. 24-55720 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $65,000, offset by Second Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to support the Winter Wonderland Festival; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $65,000, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
12. 24-55729 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $2,500, offset by the Seventh Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide contributions of:
1. $500 to the Long Beach Latino Employees Organization (LEO) in support of the 4th Annual Churro 5k Run;
2. $500 to the LGBTQ Center, Long Beach to support their AIDS Food Store Boxed Cereal Drive;
3. $500 to Community Partners in support of ÓRALE’s 2nd Annual 3K Walk/Run for Immigrant Justice;
4. $1,000 to Centro CHA in support of the 2024 Nuestra Imagen Community Leadership Awards and the West Long Beach Community "Posada" Holiday Celebration and Resource Fair; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $2,500, to offset transfers to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
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Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
13. 24-55731 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $11,250, offset by the Sixth Council District One-time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution of:
• $250 to the Arts Council for Long Beach to support arts education programming and a citywide youth visual arts contest;
• $1,500 to Cambodia Town Inc. for the Cambodian American Studies Model Curriculum Conference on Thursday, November 14, 2024;
• $500 to Community Partners to support ORALE’s Second Annual 3K Walk/Run for Immigrant Justice event on Saturday, November 23, 2024; • $1,000 to PlayaLarga to support their 4th Annual International Tamale Festival on December 14, 2024;
• $7,000 to Grace Memorial Baptist Church to Support their Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Interfaith Breakfast on January 11, 2025;
• $1,000 to Jazz Angels to support their music education programming; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $11,250, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
14. 24-55733 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $3,675, offset by Fourth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide support for the following:
1. Long Beach Latino Employees Organization Inc. in support of their annual Churro Run in the amount of $265;
2. Care Closet in support of their ongoing efforts to assist people experiencing homelessness in the amount of $2,500;
3. The Belmont Shore Business Association in support of their annual community holiday parade in the amount of $450;
4. Leadership Long Beach Inc in support of their annual MLK Day of Service in the amount of $1,000; and
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Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $3,675, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilman Supernaw, seconded by Vice Mayor Allen, to approve recommendation, as amended, to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $3,765, offset by Fourth Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide support for the following:
1. Long Beach Latino Employees Organization Inc. in support of their annual Churro Run in the amount of $265;
2. Care Closet in support of their ongoing efforts to assist people experiencing homelessness in the amount of $2,500;
3. Leadership Long Beach Inc in support of their annual MLK Day of Service in the amount of $1,000; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $3,765, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
15. 24-55735 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $6,500, offset by the Third Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide contributions of:
1. $500 to the Long Beach Latino Employees Organization for the 4th Annual 5K Churro Run;
2. $1,000 to the Los Cerritos Wetlands Stewards for the District 3 Holiday Poinsettia Planting Event;
3. $5,000 to the Belmont Shore Business Association for the Belmont Shore Christmas Parade; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $6,500, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
16. 24-55734 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $4,000, offset by the Fifth Council District One-Time Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide contributions of:
• $1,000 to Charitable Ventures of Orange County in support of the 7th Annual Long Beach Parol Lantern Festival;
• $2,500 to WomenShelter of Long Beach in support of their Leading with Love Gala;
• $500 to New Hope Grief Support Community in support of their Old Hollywood Lights, New Hope Nights Event; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $4,000, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
17. 24-55701 Recommendation to authorize City Attorney to submit Compromise and Release for approval by the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, and if so approved, authority to pay $125,000 in compliance with the Appeals Board Order for Saul Williams.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
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Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
18. 24-55708 Recommendation to authorize City Attorney to submit two Stipulations with Request for Award for approval by the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, and if so approved, authority to pay 1) $56,260, and also 2) separate authority to pay $29,217.50 in compliance with the Appeals Board Order for Sean Deaton.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
19. 24-55712 Recommendation to receive and file the Quarterly Report of Cash and Investments for the quarter ending June 30, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
20. 24-55710 Recommendation to receive and file the Independent Accountants’ Report on Applying Agreed-Upon Procedures to the Appropriations Limit Worksheet of the City of Long Beach, California for the year ended September 30, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
21. 24-55711 Recommendation to receive and file the Independent Accountants’ Report on Applying Agreed-Upon Procedures to the Appropriations Limit Worksheet of the City of Long Beach, California for the year ended September 30, 2025.
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
22. 24-55702 Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meetings of Tuesday, November 12, and November 19, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
23. 24-55703 Recommendation to refer to City Attorney damage claims received between November 11, 2024 and November 25, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
24. 24-55718 Recommendation to approve the destruction of records for the Office of the City Clerk; and adopt resolution.
Enactment No: RES-24-0181
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0181. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
25. 24-55732 Recommendation to adopt resolution declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-24-0182
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by Vice Mayor Allen, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No.
RES-24-0182. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
Mayor Richardson spoke.
26. 24-55668 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with the Public Corporation for the Arts of the City of Long Beach, Inc., a California nonprofit corporation, dba Arts Council for Long Beach, in the amount of $504,085, to fund arts and cultural activities, for a period of one year. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
27. 24-55669 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, all necessary documents, and any subsequent amendments including term extensions with the County of Los Angeles to receive and expend Department of Homeland Security grant funding for the 2023 State Homeland Security Program to enhance the capability of local agencies to prevent, respond to, and recover from threats or acts of terrorism, in an amount not to exceed $300,000, for the period of September 1, 2023, through May 31, 2026; and
Increase appropriations in the General Grants Fund Group in the Fire Department by $300,000, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
28. 24-55670 Recommendation to adopt resolution approving the Annual Report for October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, for the Belmont Shore Parking and Business Improvement Area, declaring Council’s intention to levy and collect the annual business assessment, and setting the date of the public hearing on the levy of the proposed assessment for December 17, 2024. (District 3)
Enactment No: RES-24-0183
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0183. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Austin, Zendejas, Duggan
29. 24-55671 Recommendation to adopt resolution approving the Annual Report for October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, for the Zaferia Parking and Business Improvement Area, declaring Council’s intention to levy and collect the annual business assessment, and setting the date of the public hearing on the levy of the proposed assessment for January 7, 2025. (Districts 2, 3, 4)
Enactment No: RES-24-0184
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0184. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Austin, Zendejas, Duggan
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30. 24-55672 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to extend the term of Joint Powers Agreement No. 17711 between the City of Long Beach, a municipal corporation, and County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County, through December 31, 2025. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
31. 24-55677 Recommendation to adopt Specification No. RFP FM-24-473 and award a contract to AME Builders Inc., dba AME Roofing, of Upland, CA, for supplying materials and conducting restoration and repair services for designated areas of the roof, concrete walls, windows, and skylights located in the City of Long Beach at the Fleet Services Bureau structures, in the amount of $538,200, authorize a 15 percent contingency in the amount of $80,730, for a total contract amount not to exceed $618,930; and, authorize City Manager or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contracts, including any necessary subsequent amendments; and
Increase appropriations in the Fleet Services Fund Group in the Financial Management Department by $618,930, offset by funds available generated by revenue collected from user departments through the Fleet Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
32. 24-55678 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with Derotic LLC., dba Derotic Emergency Equipment, of Rancho Cordova, CA, for the providing Seagrave fire engine parts and repair services, in a total annual amount not to exceed $150,000, 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
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Increase appropriations in the Fleet Services Fund Group in the Financial Management Department by $150,000, offset by funds available generated by the revenue collected from user departments through the Fleet Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). (Citywide)
Levine Act: Yes
Enactment No: RES-24-0185
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0185. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
33. 24-55679 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) for records obtained from the FTB Taxpayer Information System and Business Entity Tax System, at no cost to the City, for the term of January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
34. 24-55673 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into an Automatic Aid Agreement with the Orange County Fire Authority for mutually beneficial fire, rescue and emergency medical services on an as-needed basis. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
35. 24-55674 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into an agreement with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services approving the Fire Department to complete Swiftwater Flood and Rescue training through June 30, 2025, with the option to renew for one additional one-year period; and
Increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Fire Department by $89,610, offset by reimbursement funds from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
36. 24-55675 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into an agreement with the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) approving the Fire Department to complete Regional Urban Search and Rescue training and exercises through June 30, 2025, with the option to renew for one additional one-year period; and
Increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Fire Department by $169,950, offset by reimbursement funds from CalOES. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
37. 24-55676 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a Student Fieldwork Placement Agreement, and all necessary documents, including any subsequent amendments, with the Trustees of the California State University on behalf of California State University, Long Beach, to allow enrolled students to
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participate in clinical ambulance ride-alongs, for a period of five years. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
38. 24-55690 Recommendation to adopt resolution amending the City Salary Schedules effective December 30, 2023, February 10, 2024, April 6, 2024, June 29, 2024, September 21, 2024, and October 5, 2024. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-24-0186
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0186. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Austin, Zendejas, Duggan
39. 24-55680 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement, and any necessary amendments, with the California State Library to accept and expend grant funding in the amount of $41,500 for the California State Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Inspiration Grant to fund the Filipino American Experience @LBPL, for the grant period October 23, 2024, through June 30, 2025; and
Increase appropriations in the General Grants Fund Group in the Library, Arts, and Culture Department by $41,500, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
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40. 24-55681 Recommendation to receive and file the application for AK1 LLC, dba Buvons, for an original application of an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, at 1145 Loma Avenue. (District 3)
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
41. 24-55683 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a Mutual Aid Agreement, and all necessary documents including any subsequent amendments, with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, to foster coordinated public safety efforts and maximize cooperation among law enforcement agencies, for three two-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
42. 24-55736 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding, and all necessary documents including any subsequent amendments, with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), to participate in, and receive reimbursement for participation in the National Joint Terrorism Task Force (NJTTF). (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
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43. 24-55684 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 34486 with Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants, of Irvine, CA; Contract No. 34489 with Twining, Inc., of Long Beach, CA; and Contract No. 34492 with Group Delta Consultants, Inc., of Torrance, CA, for as-needed construction materials testing and inspection services, to extend the term of the contracts to June 30, 2025. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
HEARING
44. 24-55414 Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, review and determine that the proposed Long Beach Municipal Code (LBMC) amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan or Zoning) and Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption) of state CEQA Guidelines, as it will not result directly or indirectly in significant environmental impacts (CE 24-133);
Declare ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA24-001), and adopt the proposed findings related thereto, amending the Long Beach Municipal Code by, adding Section 21.15.114, adding Section 21.45.700, amending Section
21.15.113, amending Section 21.32 Table 32-1, and amending Section 21.33 Table 33-2 to introduce and establish new regulations for adult-use cannabis delivery-only dispensaries within Title 21 (Zoning) of the Long Beach Municipal Code to support proposed changes to Title 5 (Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions) of the Long Beach Municipal Code, read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading;
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation and 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 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks-
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
April Walker, Assistant City Manager, spoke.
Alison Spindler-Ruiz, Planning Bureau Manager, Community Development, spoke.
Mae Bereal spoke.
Demetric Woodard spoke.
Tamika Boyce spoke.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
Valencia Romero, Cannabis Oversight Manager, City Manager Department, spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
24-55699 Declare ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA24-001), and adopt the proposed findings related thereto, amending the Long Beach Municipal Code by, amending Section 22.15.030, Table 15-2 and 15-3 to introduce and establish new regulations for adult-use cannabis delivery-only dispensaries within Title 22 (Transitional Zoning Code) of the Long Beach Municipal Code to support proposed changes to Title 5 (Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions) of the Long Beach Municipal Code, 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 Kerr, 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 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
24-55700 Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to submit the Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA24-002) and associated materials and findings related to changes to Title 21 of the Long Beach Municipal Code to the California Coastal Commission for its review and certification in compliance with the Certified Local Coastal Program. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-24-0187
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilmember Uranga, to approve recommendation and
adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0187. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
PUBLIC COMMENT
Jeanelle Cooper spoke.
Vicky Juarez spoke.
Gabriel Perez spoke.
Camila Delgado spoke.
Melinda Tater Dodge spoke.
Irma Ferreria spoke.
Kendra spoke.
REGULAR AGENDA
45. 24-55709 Recommendation to adopt resolution condemning all forms of racism, religious or ethnic bias, discrimination, incitement of violence, and hate crimes, and affirming the City’s values of inclusivity, diversity, equity, and acceptance in relation to public meetings.
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Enactment No: RES-24-0188
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Allen, seconded by Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES- 24-0188. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Lauren Friedman spoke.
Lynne Kass spoke.
Richard Marcus spoke.
Naida Tushnet spoke.
Autumn Overton spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney, spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
46. 24-55382 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing an application to the California State Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Incentive Program for grant funding in the amount of $1,380,000; and
Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents and agreements necessary to apply for and utilize these funds for eligible projects. (Citywide)
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Enactment No: RES-24-0189
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-24-0189. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
47. 24-55689 Recommendation to approve the Downtown Long Beach Property and Business Improvement District Annual Report and Assessment for the period of January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, automatically extending the current agreement with the Downtown Long Beach Alliance for a one-year period; and, authorize payment in City property assessments of $586,248 from the Civic Center Fund Group in the Public Works Department to be allocated to associated funds. (District 1)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
Mayor Richardson spoke.
48. 24-55730 Recommendation to adopt resolution approving Harbor Department Salary Resolution HD-24-3234 for FY 2025.
Enactment No: RES-24-0190
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation and adopt
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Resolution No. RES-24-0190. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Austin
49. 24-55688 Recommendation to adopt resolution to authorize City Manager, or designee, to apply for grant funding from the California Department of Health Care Services, Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program Round 1, in an amount not to exceed $16,100,000; and
Authorize City Manager or designee, to execute all necessary documents and any subsequent amendments, including amendments to the terms or the award amount, with California Department of Health Care Services relating to the grant application to the Health and Human Services Department, for the development of behavioral health facilities providing services for people experiencing homelessness. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, that the item be laid over to the Tuesday, December 10, 2024, City Council meeting. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Chryselle Dombrowsky spoke.
50. 24-55698 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with Axon Enterprise, Inc., of Scottsdale, AZ, for the purchase of body worn camera equipment, TASER energy weapons, accessories, software, support, and digital evidence storage, in an amount of $11,600,623.36, authorize a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $1,160,062.34, for a total amount not to exceed $12,760,685.70, for a period of five years. (Citywide)
Levine Act: Yes
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Enactment No: RES-24-0191
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Allen, seconded by
Councilmember Uranga, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0191. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
51. 24-55692 Recommendation to receive and file the Long Beach Police Department 2023 Annual Military Equipment Use Report, adopt the 2024 Military Equipment Special Order, and direct City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance formally adopting the 2024 Military Equipment Special Order as required by California Assembly Bill 481. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Allen, seconded by Councilman Austin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
Mayor Richardson spoke.
52. 24-55693 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a Master Purchase Agreement, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with Oracle America, Inc., of Redwood Shores, CA, for providing software licenses and related services on the same terms and conditions afforded to the County of Los Angeles, CA, through the Software License Agreement Number MA-IS-2540008-1, in an annual amount of $800,000, authorize a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $80,000, for a total annual contract amount not to exceed $880,000 for the first year of the contract, until the County of Los Angeles, CA, contract expires on October 27, 2034, with the option to renew with 6 percent annual increases, for as long as the County of Los Angeles, CA contract is in effect, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-24-0192
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A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, seconded by Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-24-0192. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
ORDINANCE
53. 24-55685 Recommendation to declare ordinance amending Long Beach Municipal Code (LBMC) Chapter 5.92 relating to the regulation of adult-use cannabis delivery-only dispensary (retail) business licenses; and
Correct a clerical/scrivener error and allow the approved ordinance amendments from May 17, 2022, to remain in place, read the first time, and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Uranga, 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: 6 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Duggan, Ricks-Oddie
Valencia Romero, Cannabis Oversight Manager, City Manager Department, spoke.
NEW BUSINESS
54. 24-55760 Recommendation to confirm and file the resignations of Commissioners Joen Garnica, Jose Osuna, and Erik Frost Hollins from the Civil Service Commission;
Waive application of Section 2.03.065 of the Long Beach Municipal Code and suspend Council rule contained in Long Beach City Council Resolution No. RES- 23-0026 Section 6 relating to the established authority of the City Council’s standing Government Operations and Efficiency Committee to review City Charter Committee appointments in order to allow the City Council to directly review and approve City Charter Committee appointments to the Civil Service Commission;
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and
Confirm Charter Commission appointments pursuant to Section 509 of the City Charter.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Allen, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Duggan
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney, spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were two Online Public Comments received and six non-agenda public comment emails received.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilman Supernaw read a statement on behalf on Councilmember Duggan.
Councilwoman Saro made community announcements.
Vice Mayor Allen made community announcements.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie made community announcements.
Councilwoman Kerr made community announcements.
Councilman Supernaw made community announcements.
ADJOURNMENT
At 6:31 PM, Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting.
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