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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 5:14 PM, Mayor Richardson called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks- Oddie
Also present: Thomas Modica, City Manager, April Walker, Assistant City Manager, Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney, Allison Bunma, Assistant City Clerk, Karen Baldwin, City Clerk Analyst.
Mayor Richardson presiding.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Invocation: Moment of Silence.
Councilwoman Kerr led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 – 15. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
1. 24-55794 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $65,000, offset by the Eighth Council District
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One-time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide funding for the Retaining Wall on Atlantic and Luray St. Local Street Improvement Project; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $65,000, to offset transfers to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
2. 24-55797 Recommendation to adopt resolution officially recognizing every November 20th as Transgender Day of Remembrance, and direct City Manager to annually raise the Transgender Flag at Long Beach Civic Plaza during the month of November to recognize Transgender Awareness Month.
Enactment No: RES-24-0193
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0193. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
3. 24-55761 Recommendation to refer to City Attorney damage claims received between November 25, 2024 and December 2, 2024.
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
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Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
4. 24-55763 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding, and any necessary subsequent amendments, with APLA Health and Wellness for the administration of the Emergency Financial Assistance Program via the Online Application Portal, beginning July 1, 2024, for a period of three years with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, through the termination by APLA for any reason on fifteen days advance notice. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
5. 24-55764 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP HSB-2024-002 and award a contract to Lutheran Social Services of Southern California, of Orange, CA, for providing operation and supportive services to the Long Beach Transitional Age Youth Rapid Rehousing Program for individuals experiencing homelessness in the City of Long Beach, in a total annual amount not to exceed $600,000, 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 necessary documents to enter into the contract, including any necessary subgrants or subsequent amendments. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
6. 24-55765 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding, including any subsequent amendments, with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., for the coordinated provision of Targeted Case Management Services to eligible Medi-Cal
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beneficiaries, effective January 1, 2025, for a period of three years with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods and continuing in full force and effect until terminated by either party, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
7. 24-55766 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding, including any subsequent amendments, with Health Net Communication Solutions, Inc., for the coordinated provision of Targeted Case Management Services to eligible Medi- Cal beneficiaries, effective January 1, 2025, for a period of three years with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods and continuing in full force and effect until terminated by either party, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
8. 24-55767 Recommendation to authorize the refund of $7,848.83 to Disability Rights California (DRC) under the Contract for Services related to the “Prep for Pride” Vaccine Clinic held on April 27, 2024, due to an overpayment to the City of Long Beach; and
Decrease appropriations in the Health Fund Group in the Health and Human Services Department by $7,848.83. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
9. 24-55768 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with Family Promise of the South Bay, of Torrance, CA, for providing intensive case management services for families with minor children who are matched with ongoing rental subsides through the Long Beach Coordinated Entry System, in a total annual amount not to exceed $330,000, for a period of one year estimated to begin on January 1, 2025, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Levine Act: Yes
Enactment No: RES-24-0194
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0194. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
10. 24-55769 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to implement a Memorandum of Understanding with Behavioral Health Services (BHS) Health Center Network, effective upon the signature of the City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) HIV Care Coordination Clinic and BHS Health Center Network, for a period of three years with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
11. 24-55770 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute agreements, and all necessary documents including any necessary amendments, with the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) for the operation of the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program at Burbank, Edison, Garfield, Grant, King, Lafayette, and Herrera Elementary school sites, in an amount not to exceed $567,032, for the period of July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and to include any extension periods approved by LBUSD; and
Increase appropriations in the General Grants Fund Group in the Parks, Recreation and Marine Department by $567,032, offset by grant revenue. (Districts 1, 2, 7, 9)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
12. 24-55771 Recommendation to receive and file the application of M & SD Market Incorporated, dba Lucky Craft Beer & Wine Market, for a premise-to-premise transfer of an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, at 2127 East 17th Street, and determine that the application serves the Public Convenience and Necessity. (District 6)
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
13. 24-55773 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to
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execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with Frontier Communications of America, Inc., of Cincinnati, OH, for providing dedicated internet access services, in a total amount not to exceed $39,722, for a period of three years, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Levine Act: Yes
Enactment No: RES-24-0195
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0195. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
14. 24-55774 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP PW-24-371 and award a contract to TranSystems Corporation, of Santa Ana, CA, for providing professional engineering services for the Clark Avenue Bridge over Los Cerritos Channel Widening Project, in an amount of $205,000, authorize a 20 percent contingency in the amount of $41,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $246,000, for a period of two years, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments;
Increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $164,000, offset by Federal Highway Bridge Program funds from the California Department of Transportation (BHLS-5108(173)); and
Increase appropriations in the Capital Projects Fund Group in the Public Works Department by $164,000, offset by transfer of Federal Highway Bridge Program funds from the Capital Grant Fund. (District 4)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
15. 24-55775 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35430 with All American Asphalt, of Corona, CA, for providing as-needed local street construction services, to extend the term of the contract to December 31, 2025. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilman Austin, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
CEREMONIALS AND PRESENTATIONS
RECOGNIZING THE LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE OF COUNCILMAN AL AUSTIN II
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
Reggie Harrison, Director of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Communication, spoke.
Dennis Buchanan, Fire Chief, spoke.
Brent Dennis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Marine, spoke.
Alison King, Director of Health and Human Services, spoke.
Eric Lopez, Director of Public Works, spoke.
Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney, spoke.
Mario Cordero, Executive Director of The Port of Long Beach, spoke.
Bo Martinez, Director of Economic Development, spoke.
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Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Paula Wood spoke.
Leon Wood spoke.
Jack Cunningham spoke on behalf of Congressman Robert Garcia.
Jeanette Christian spoke on behalf of Supervisor Janice Hahn.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Councilman Austin spoke.
HEARING
16. 24-55776 Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, review and determine that the proposed project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15307 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for the Protection of Natural Resources) and Section 15061 (b) (3) (the ‘Common Sense’ Exemption) of the CEQA Guidelines and accept Categorical Exemption (CE-24-022);
Declare ordinance setting aside and dedicating in perpetuity Parcel A in Willow Springs Park, located at 2745 Orange Avenue, for public park purposes and uses, read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading;
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A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Uranga, 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: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
Mauna Eichner spoke.
Mike Laquatra spoke.
Lynette Ferenczy spoke.
Chris Chavez spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
24-55777 Declare ordinance amending Table 35-2 (Park Dedication/Designations) of the Long Beach Municipal Code (ZCA20-016), to include the entirety of Parcel A of Willow Springs Park, thereby approving its dedication, 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 Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Allen, 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: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
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Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
24-55778 Declare ordinance amending the Use District Map (Zoning Map) to change the Zoning District (ZCHG20-008) for that portion of Parcel A in Willow Springs Park that is zoned Medium Industrial (IM) to Park (P) Zone, 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 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: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
24-55779 Adopt resolution setting forth the City Council’s recommendation for the future dedication of Parcel B, located at 1040 Spring Street, as Willow Springs Park, and related General Plan Land Use Placetype change from Community Commercial (CC) Placetype to Open Space (OS) Placetype, upon the establishment of a land bank for park replacement purposes. (Districts 1, 5)
Enactment No: RES-24-0196
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Uranga, to approve recommendation and
adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0196. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
17. 24-55780 Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, review and determine that the proposed Long Beach Municipal Code (LBMC) amendments and Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA) exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301, 15304, 15305, and 15308 of the CEQA Guidelines (CE23-112) and accept Categorical Exemption (CE23-112);
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Declare ordinance adopting Zoning Code Amendment ZCA23-006, that amends LBMC Section 21.35.120, Table 35-1, Use in Parks District, clarifying that sidewalk vending is a permitted use subject to the regulations of Chapter 5.73 of the LBMC and repeals Section 21.45.170.L, regarding regulations pertaining to encroachment permits for vendors located within the right-of-way, 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 Councilwoman Zendejas, 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 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Austin, Ricks-Oddie
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
24-55781 Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to submit the zoning code amendments, and associated materials and findings, to Title 21 of the LBMC and those provisions of Chapter 5.73 of the LBMC applicable inside the Coastal Overlay Zone and which relate to coastal development as defined in California Public Resources Code section 30106, specifically, the relevant definitions in LBMC Section 5.73.020 and LBMC Sections 5.73.110(C), 5.73.110(D),
5.73.110(H), 5.73.110(P)(17), 5.73.120 of the LBMC, to the California Coastal Commission for a finding of conformance with the Certified Local Coastal Program. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-24-0197
A motion was made by Councilwoman Allen, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-24-0197. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 7 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Austin, Ricks-Oddie
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18. 24-55782 Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, review and determine that the proposed Long Beach Municipal Code (LBMC) amendments and Local Coastal Program Amendment exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 21080.25(b)(9) of the CEQA Statute and Sections 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption) and 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) of the State CEQA Guidelines and accept Categorical Exemption (CE-24-135);
Declare ordinance approving a Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA23-003), and adopt the proposed findings related thereto, to amend Long Beach Municipal Code Chapters 21.15, 21.25, 21.27, 21.41, 21.45, and 21.52 of Title 21 (Zoning) related to parking requirements, 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 Councilwoman Allen, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, 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: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
Alison Spindler-Ruiz, Planning Bureau Manager, Community Development, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Erin Hoops spoke.
Kurt Canfield spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
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Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
24-55783 Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to submit the Local Coastal Program Amendment (LCPA24-004), 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-24-0198
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie,
seconded by Councilwoman Saro, to approve
recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0198. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
PUBLIC COMMENT
Tiffany Boyd spoke.
Tyerra Boyd spoke.
Ajianna Covington spoke.
Audrena Redmond spoke.
Lamika Castillo spoke.
Franklin Sims spoke.
Karen Reside spoke.
Matthew Lough spoke.
Anthony Holmes spoke.
Mayor Richardson declared a recess at 5:55 PM.
Mayor Richardson called the meeting back to order at 6:01 PM.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
32. 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 Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Allen, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Zendejas, Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga,
Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Duggan, Austin
Gene Rascon spoke.
Christine Tucker spoke.
Mayra Fernandez spoke.
Greg Pena spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
33. 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 $28,000,000; 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)
Enactment No: RES-24-0199
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A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Saro, to approve recommendation and adopt
Resolution No. RES-24-0199. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Alvin Teng, Special Projects Officer, City Manager Department, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Kristian Castro, Program Specialist, City Manager Department, spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
Paul Duncan, Homeless Services Manager, Health and Human Services, spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
Alvin Teng, Special Projects Officer, City Manager Department, spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
Chryselle Dombrowski spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
REGULAR AGENDA
19. 24-55790 Recommendation to request City Manager to work with Department of Public Works on a Council presentation regarding our localized flooding management response plan, and report back to City Council in 45 days.
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Allen, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
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Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Vice Mayor Allen spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
20. 24-55796 Recommendation to request City Manager work with Department of Health and Human Services on a Council presentation regarding the status and implementation of the Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) ordinance and report back to City Council within 90 days.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Austin
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Tony Damico spoke.
Angelica Franco spoke.
Tracy spoke.
Abraham Zavala spoke.
Zainab spoke.
21. 24-55795 Recommendation to amend the City of Long Beach Unrepresented Management (Non-Sworn) Employee Terms to update the salary to reflect approval to create a salary range for the Executive Director of Civil Service in the hourly amount of $120.838 - $126.318, effective the pay period beginning December 30, 2023.
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, seconded by Councilmember Uranga, to receive and file the item. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Austin
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
22. 24-55784 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP DV-24-386 and award contracts to AECOM Technical Services, Inc., of Los Angeles, CA, Ascent, of Irvine, CA, City Fabrick, of Long Beach, CA, Environmental Science Associates, of Los Angeles, CA, Eyestone Environmental, LLC, of El Segundo, CA, Gruen Associates, of Los Angeles, CA, HDR Engineering, Inc., of Long Beach, CA, HR&A Advisors, Inc., of Los Angeles, CA, Keyser Marston Associates, Inc., of Los Angeles, CA, Kimley- Horn and Associates, Inc., of Orange, CA, Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc., of San Luis Obispo, CA, LSA Associates, Inc., of Irvine, CA, Michael Baker International, of Santa Ana, CA, Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc., of Riverside, CA, Placeworks, Inc., of Santa Ana, CA, Psomas, of Santa Ana, CA, Rincon Consultants, Inc., of Ventura, CA, RRM Design Group, of San Luis Obispo, CA, T&B Planning, Inc., of Irvine, CA, Veronica Tam and Associates, Inc., of Pasadena, CA, and Willdan Engineering, of City of Industry, CA, for providing on-call environmental, planning, outreach and affordable housing consultant services, in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $5,800,000, for a period of two years, with the option to renew for three additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager; and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Allen, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
23. 24-55786 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with W. W. Grainger, Inc., of Lake Forest, IL, for furnishing and delivering maintenance, repair and operations supplies, on the same terms and conditions afforded to the City of Tucson, AZ, through Omnia Partners, in an annual amount of $2,000,000, authorize a 20 percent contingency
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in the amount of $400,000, for a total annual contract amount not to exceed $2,400,000, until the Omnia Partners contract expires on December 31, 2027, with the option to renew for as long as the Omnia Partners contract is in effect, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-24-0200
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-24-0200. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
24. 24-55787 Recommendation to authorize City Manager or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 36905 with Crisp Enterprises Inc. dba Crisp Imaging, of Costa Mesa, CA, and Contract No. 36906 with Proforma Graphic Source dba Proforma, of Corona, CA, for providing printing services and related supplies, to increase the annual aggregate contract amount by $800,000, for a revised annual aggregate contract amount not to exceed $1,160,000. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
25. 24-55785 Recommendation to adopt resolution of the City Council of the City of Long Beach approving the issuance by the Board of Harbor Commissioners of the Harbor Revenue and Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025 (Non-AMT) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $140,000,000 secured by Harbor Department revenues. (Districts 1, 7)
Enactment No: RES-24-0201
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation and adopt
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Resolution No. RES-24-0201. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
26. 24-55788 Recommendation to receive and file the City of Long Beach Early Childhood Strategic Plan. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Austin
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Alison King, Director of Health and Human Services, spoke.
Alejandra Albarran Moses, Community Program Specialist, Health and Human Services Department, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Alison King, Director of Health and Human Services, spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
Sarah Soriano spoke.
Christina Hall spoke.
Councilmember Uranga spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Alejandra Albarran Moses, Community Program Specialist, Health and Human Services Department, spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
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27. 24-55789 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35388 with CJ Concrete Construction, Inc., of Santa Fe Springs, CA, for as-needed construction of curb ramps and concrete-related improvements in Community Development Block Grant program areas, to increase the contract amount by $1,400,000, for a revised contract amount not to exceed $11,288,000, and extend the term of the contract to October 31, 2025. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
28. 24-55793 Recommendation to receive and file a presentation on the significant water main breaks that occurred on October 9, 2024, and subsequent Boil Water Notice, and the after-action report on the incident.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 7 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 2 Zendejas, Austin
Anatole Falagán, General Manager, Utilities, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Reggie Harrison, Director of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Communication, spoke; and continued the PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Reggie Harrison, Director of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Communication, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
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Reggie Harrison, Director of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Communication, spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Anatole Falagán, General Manager, Utilities, spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Anatole Falagán, General Manager, Utilities, spoke.
ORDINANCE
29. 24-55762 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, read and adopted as read. (Citywide)
Enactment No: ORD-24-0024
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation and adopt
Ordinance No. ORD-24-0024. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
30. 24-55414 Recommendation to 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 and adopted as read. (Citywide)
Enactment No: ORD-24-0025
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation and adopt
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Ordinance No. ORD-24-0025. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
31. 24-55699 Recommendation to 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 and adopted as read. (Citywide)
Enactment No: ORD-24-0026
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation and adopt
Ordinance No. ORD-24-0026. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
NEW BUSINESS
34. 24-55857 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $20,000, offset by Second Council District One-Time District Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to support the creation of a Long Beach AIDS Memorial; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $20,000, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Allen, seconded by
Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga
No: 0 None
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Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
35. 24-55838 Recommendation to declare ordinance of the City Council of the City of Long Beach adopting the 2024 Military Equipment Special Order of the Long Beach Police Department creating a policy for the funding, acquisition, use and reporting requirements for military equipment as mandated by Assembly Bill 481, read for the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for final reading. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilmember Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Allen, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 6 Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 3 Zendejas, Austin, Ricks-Oddie
Sheila spoke.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Kathleen Adams spoke.
Eric White spoke.
Molina spoke.
There were one Online Public Comment received and six non-agenda public comment emails received.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Duggan requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Graham Schofield.
Councilmember Uranga requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Rena Anderson.
Councilman Supernaw made community announcements.
Vice Mayor Allen made community announcements.
ADJOURNMENT
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At 10:09 PM, Vice Mayor Allen adjourned the meeting in memory of Graham Schofield and Rena Anderson.
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NOTE:
If written language translation of the City Council agenda and minutes for non-English speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the Office of the City Clerk at (562) 570- 6101, 72 business hours prior to the City Council meeting.
Kung humihiling ng nakasulat na pagsasalin ng wika ng agenda at minutes ng Konseho ng Lungsod para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng Ingles, mangyaring humiling sa pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 72 oras bago isagawa ang pulong ng Konseho ng Lungsod.
Si desea obtener la traducción escrita en otro idioma de la agenda y las actas del ayuntamiento de la ciudad para las personas que no hablan inglés, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la oficina del secretario municipal al (562) 570-6101, 72 horas hábiles antes de la reunión del ayuntamiento de la ciudad.