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Mary Zendejas, 1st District
Cindy Allen, 2nd District
Kristina Duggan, 3rd District
Daryl Supernaw, 4th District
Megan Kerr, 5th District
Dr. Suely Saro, 6th District
Roberto Uranga, Vice Mayor, 7th District
Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, 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 5:32 PM, Mayor Richardson called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
Also present: Thomas Modica, City Manager, April Walker, Assistant City Manager, Dawn McIntosh, City Attorney, Monique De La Garza, City Clerk, Matthew Bunma, City Clerk Specialist.
Mayor Richardson presiding.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Invocation: Moment of Silence.
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 – 26. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks- Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Dave Shukla spoke.
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Rogelio spoke.
Nicole Feris spoke.
Love LB spoke.
Francesca spoke.
Sam spoke.
Ted Griswold spoke.
1. 26-54424 Recommendation to suspend Council rule contained in Municipal Code Section
2.03.020 (B) relating to the meeting schedule of the City Council in order to cancel the City Council meetings on June 2nd, June 23rd, July 7th, and July 14th.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
2. 26-54425 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $3,300, offset by the Fifth Council District One-Time Priority Funds transferred from the Citywide Activities Department to provide a contribution to the following organizations:
• $1,500 to Playmakers in support of their 3rd annual Adaptive Sports Fair; • $500 to Long Beach Heritage Coalition in support of their 2026 Preservation Awards Celebration;
• $500 to WomenShelter of Long Beach in support of their 2026 Leading with Love Gala;
• $500 to the Friends of the Long Beach Fighters in support of their 2026 St.
Baldrick’s Foundation Cars and Clippers Fundraising Event; • $300 to Black Employees Association of Long Beach in support of their annual Black History Month Celebration; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $3,300, to offset a transfer to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
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Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
3. 26-54426 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $500, offset by the Seventh Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide a contribution to Friends of Long Beach Firefighters to support their annual Cars and Clippers 2026 event; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $500, to offset transfers to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
4. 26-54427 Recommendation to increase appropriations in the General Fund Group in the City Manager Department by $750, offset by the First Council District One-Time District Priority Funds, transferred from the Citywide Activities Department, to provide donations to the following:
1. Black Employees Association of Long Beach, in support of the annual Black History Month celebration, in the amount of $250;
2. Long Beach Heritage Coalition in the amount of $500; and
Decrease appropriations in the General Fund Group in the Citywide Activities Department by $750, to offset transfers to the City Manager Department.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
5. 26-54429 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 $50,000, in compliance with the Appeals Board Order for Eric Greving.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
6. 26-54430 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) $122,742, and also 2) separate authority to pay $97,222.50, in compliance with the Appeals Board Order for Wayne Edwards.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
7. 26-54440 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 36562 with Cycom, Inc., of Richmond, KY, acquired by JDSLE, Inc., of Miami, FL, for software licensing, maintenance, and support, to increase the contract amount to include the total annual amount not to exceed $20,000, and extend the term of the contract for one year, with the option to renew for one additional one-year period at the total annual amount, at the discretion of the City Manager or designee. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, 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, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
8. 26-54421 Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meetings of Tuesday, February 10 and February 17, 2026.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
9. 26-54422 Recommendation to refer to City Attorney damage claims received between February 9, 2026 and February 23, 2026.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
10. 26-54423 Recommendation to approve the destruction of records for the Police Department; and adopt resolution.
Enactment No: RES-26-0037
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-26-0037 on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
11. 26-54370 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP DV-25-556 and award a contract to GovOS, Inc., of Austin, Texas, for providing technological solutions that support the administration of the Short-Term Rental Program, in an annual amount not to exceed $125,670, subject to a seven percent annual increase in subsequent years, plus a one-time implementation fee of $36,450, in the first year, 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 Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
12. 26-54375 Recommendation to receive and file the attached report, “Surface Elevation Changes in the City of Long Beach, November 2024 through November 2025.” (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
13. 26-54377 Recommendation to authorize City Manager or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 36611 with LCPtracker, Inc., of Orange, CA, for providing certified payroll reporting and labor compliance monitoring software, and as-needed support, to increase the annual amount by $11,825, authorize a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $6,683, for a revised total annual contract amount not to exceed $73,508. (Citywide)
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A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
14. 26-54378 Recommendation to receive and file the Investment Report for Quarter ending December 31, 2025. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
15. 26-54376 Recommendation to adopt resolution acknowledging receipt of the annual report regarding the inspection of certain occupancies, including schools, hotels, motels, lodging houses, apartments, and residential care facilities, pursuant to Section 13146.4 of the California Health and Safety Code. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-26-0038
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-26-0038 on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
16. 26-54373 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP HE-25-527 and award a contract to Whole Systems Learning, of Long Beach, CA for Long Beach Reentry Services Program (LBRSP) Youth Services, for a period of three years, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods at the discretion of the City
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Manager, for a total aggregate amount not to exceed $500,000, over the full life of the contract; and
Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all necessary documents to enter into the contract, including any necessary amendments. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
17. 26-54383 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP PR-25-512 and award a contract to Bridge Enterprises, Inc., of Long Beach, CA, for the operation of El Dorado and Billie Jean King Tennis and Pickleball Centers, for a period of three years, with the option to renew for three additional three-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. (Districts 3, 4)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
18. 26-54382 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35693 with Vital Medical Services, LLC, of Glendale, CA, for providing jail inmate physician and relief nursing services at the Long Beach City Jail, to extend the term of the contract to November 30, 2026. (District 1)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
19. 26-54379 Recommendation to receive and file the application of California Fish Grill Investments, LLC, dba California Fish Grill, for an original application of an Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) License, at 650 North Bellflower Boulevard, submit a Public Notice of Protest to ABC; and direct City Manager to withdraw the protest if a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is granted. (District 3)
Levine Act: Yes
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
20. 26-54380 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35887 with General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc, of Falls Church, VA, for providing intelligence analyst services, to increase the annual contract amount by $7,589, for a revised total annual contract amount not to exceed $387,055, and extend the term of the contract to August 6, 2026. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
21. 26-54381 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a multi- agency Operational Agreement, and all necessary documents including any subsequent amendments, with the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, and the Probation Department, to establish the continuation of coordinated assistance for commercially sexually exploited children who have
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been exposed to severe violence, threats, and trauma, for one five-year period with the initial term from March 31, 2023, through March 31, 2028, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
22. 26-54384 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary with Central Parking System, LLC, of Los Angeles, CA, for the lease of 133 parking spaces at the parking garage at 101 Magnolia Avenue, for a period of three years, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods, at the discretion of the City Manager. (District 1)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
23. 26-54385 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35590 with Evolutionary Commercial Systems, Inc., of Huntington Beach, CA, for providing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition telemetry system maintenance and repair services, to increase the annual contract amount by $246,450, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,478,700, and to extend the term of the contract to April 14, 2027. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
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Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
24. 26-54387 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with CDW Government, LLC, of Vernon Hills, IL, for the purchase of computer equipment, parts and related products and services, on the same terms and conditions afforded to the City of Mesa, AZ, in a total annual contract amount not to exceed $750,000, until the City of Mesa, AZ Contract No. 2024056-01 expires on July 1, 2028, with the option to renew for as long as City of Mesa, AZ Contract is in effect, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-26-0039
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-26-0039 on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
25. 26-54388 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with Trumba Corporation, of Seattle, WA, to provide a calendaring solution for the City’s public facing calendar, in a total annual contract amount not to exceed $15,000, for a period of one year, with the option to renew for one additional one-year period, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-26-0040
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-26-0040 on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
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26. 26-54389 Recommendation to adopt Specifications No. RFP DV-25-645 and award a contract to BeeSpace, LLC, of Norwalk, CA, for implementation of a vacant lot activation solution, in a total amount not to exceed $75,000, for a period of one year; 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 Vice Mayor Uranga, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
CEREMONIALS AND PRESENTATIONS
Women In Construction Week – DemoChicks
Robin Thorne, Founder, Demo Chicks, spoke; and provided a video presentation.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Paralympics Opening Ceremony Para-Party
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Sean Devereaux, Community Engagement Officer, City Manager Department, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
2026 KJLH Proven Achiever Award Recognition
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Kameron Green, KJLH Radio, spoke.
Gwendolyn Manning spoke.
PUBLIC COMMENT
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Karen Reside spoke.
Ma'Kai Nasir spoke.
Samuel Andrews spoke.
Carla Pulido-Jordan spoke.
Ashley Gunckel spoke.
Eligio Garcia spoke.
Elmer Gonzalez spoke; and submitted a handout.
Melanie Curtis Andrews spoke.
Dave Shukla spoke.
Carolyn Essex spoke.
REGULAR AGENDA
27. 26-54431 Recommendation to request City Manager to work with relevant departments to begin the process in amending and updating Long Beach Municipal Code, Chapter
14.36 “HOUSE NUMBERS ON CURBS” and report back to council within 90 days.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by Vice Mayor Uranga, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Vice Mayor Uranga spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
28. 26-54432 Recommendation to request City Manager to explore supplemental contracting
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options, technology options, and other staffing solutions to assist Public Works and expedite the completion of traffic engineering projects, including quick build safety improvements and report back to City Council within 90 days;
Request City Manager to develop a staffing and implementation plan to create a 6 month review standard for Public Works traffic evaluations and provide regular reporting to the City Council on the implementation of all recommendations within these evaluations and report back to City Council within 90 days;
Request that all minor traffic safety improvements such as the painting, maintenance, and enhancement of City crosswalks and quick-build safety enhancements be brought before City Council on a quarterly basis, and request City Manager identify funding options to expedite completion of these critical safety improvements and include a status update of these efforts within the city’s financial reporting structure for City Council review;
Request Public Works to provide a presentation on the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program Update memorandum issued on December 30, 2025 to the City Council within 90 days;
Request Public Works to provide a presentation on updating and modernizing Vision Zero goals to the Mobility, Ports, Infrastructure Committee within 90 days; and
Request City Manager make identifying funding to improve traffic safety and speed the evaluation and delivery of traffic studies a top priority for the development of the FY 27 Proposed Budget.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Allen, seconded by
Councilwoman Zendejas, to approve recommendation, as amended, to [1] include a quarterly update on the collective data from the new neighborhood traffic calming forms submissions, and [2] include in the report back an outline of the standards needed for each of the different types of traffic calming requests. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Angela spoke.
Mindee Meadows spoke.
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Stefan Borst-Censullo spoke.
Dave Shukla spoke.
Stephen Sulton spoke.
Danielle Potter spoke.
Jeff Mallin spoke; and submitted a handout.
Marco Pizzo spoke.
Emily Stieglilz spoke.
Donna Sievers spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
Stacey Champion spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
Joshua Hickman, Director of Public Works, spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Councilwoman Allen spoke.
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Joshua Hickman, Director of Public Works, spoke.
Mayor Richardson spoke.
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
29. 26-54390 Recommendation to adopt resolution approving an “Other Alternative Compliance Method” request under the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance for a 161-unit housing development project located at 400 East Anaheim Street, to allow the option for inclusion of 38 Moderate-Income (MI) level affordable units (23 percent MI affordability) instead of the standard requirement of 18 Very-Low-Income (VLI) level affordable units (11 percent VLI affordability) for the affordability requirement, pursuant to Section 21.67.080(C) of the Long Beach Municipal Code and adopting related findings thereto. (District 6)
Levine Act: Yes
Enactment No: RES-26-0041
A motion was made by Councilwoman Saro, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-26-0041. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga,
Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Duggan
Thomas Modica, City Manager, spoke.
Sergio Guiterrez, Planner, Community Development, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
Kat Mays spoke.
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30. 26-54391 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing an application to the California State Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Incentive Program for $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)
Enactment No: RES-26-0042
A motion was made by Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, seconded by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-26-0042. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 8 Zendejas, Allen, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro, Uranga,
Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 1 Duggan
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Director of Community Development, spoke.
Meggan Sorensen, Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau Manager, Community Development, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
31. 26-54374 Recommendation to request City Attorney to repeal Chapter 5.95 of the Long Beach Municipal Code (“Third-Party Food Delivery Services Fees”) adopted during the proclaimed COVID-19 emergency; and
Request City Attorney to prepare ordinance amending the Long Beach Municipal Code regulating third-party food delivery services in the City. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Kerr, seconded by
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
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Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Julian Cernuda, Business Development Bureau Manager, Economic Development and Opportunity, spoke.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
Councilwoman Saro spoke.
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk spoke.
Julian Cernuda, Business Development Bureau Manager, Economic Development and Opportunity, spoke.
Bo Martinez, Director of Economic Development and Opportunity, spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Vice Mayor Uranga spoke.
32. 26-54392 Recommendation to adopt resolution approving a Letter of Agreement to the 2023- 2026 Memorandum of Understanding with the Long Beach Management Association (LBMA) and revision to Unrepresented Management (Non-Sworn) Employee Terms. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-26-0043
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. RES-26-0043. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
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Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Dave Shukla spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
33. 26-54386 WITHDRAWN
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Los Angeles and The Ocean Cleanup to support trash and debris mitigation efforts within the Los Angeles River and adjoining areas. (District 1)
34. 26-54397 Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 36566 with All American Asphalt, of Corona, CA, for as-needed construction services, to authorize issuance of work orders and incorporate additional construction services within the existing as- needed contract framework in support of the Queen Mary Campus improvements, and to execute any necessary amendments thereto. (District 1)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
35. 26-54394 WITHDRAWN
Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to amend Contract No. 35926 with West Coast Arborists, Inc., of Anaheim, CA, for providing tree trimming and related services, to increase the annual contract authority by $2,600,000, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $18,850,000, and to extend the term of the contract to April 20, 2027. (Citywide)
36. 26-54395 Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications No. R-7245 and award a contract to Griffith Company, of Brea, CA, for the construction of the Davies Boat Launch and Facility Improvements Project, in the amount of $5,909,800, for the Base Bid and Bid Alternate, and authorize a 20 percent contingency in the amount
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of $1,181,960, for a total amount not to exceed $7,091,760, and, authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to enter into contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments. (District 3)
A motion was made by Councilmember Duggan, seconded by
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Councilmember Duggan spoke.
Joshua Hickman, Director of Public Works, spoke.
Charlene Angsuco, Project Management Officer, Public Works, spoke; and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
Councilwoman Kerr spoke.
37. 26-54396 Recommendation to adopt resolution authorizing City Manager, or designee, to execute a contract, and any necessary documents including any necessary subsequent amendments, with GovConnection, Inc., (doing business as Connection) of Merrimack, NH, for providing technology products, services, solutions, and related products and services, on the same terms and conditions afforded to the County of Fairfax, VA Contract No. 4400012308, in a total annual contract amount not to exceed $6,000,000, until the County of Fairfax, VA contract expires on October 31, 2028, with the option to renew for as long as the County of Fairfax, VA contract is in effect, at the discretion of the City Manager. (Citywide)
Enactment No: RES-26-0044
A motion was made by Councilwoman Zendejas, seconded by Councilwoman Kerr, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
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No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Lea Eriksen, Director of Technology and Innovation, spoke.
Councilwoman Zendejas spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
Love LB spoke.
Sam spoke.
Marlene Alvarado spoke.
ORDINANCE
38. 26-54428 Recommendation to declare ordinance amending Title 10 of the Long Beach Municipal Code by amending and restating Chapter 10.82 relating to prohibiting spectators at street races, sideshows, and reckless driving exhibitions, read the first time and laid over to the next regular meeting of the City Council for a final reading. (Citywide)
A motion was made by Councilmember Ricks-Oddie, seconded by Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk, 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: 9 Zendejas, Allen, Duggan, Supernaw, Kerr, Saro,
Uranga, Thrash-Ntuk, Ricks-Oddie
No: 0 None
Recused: 0 None
Absent: 0 None
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie spoke.
Eli Ben-Shmuel, Deputy City Attorney, spoke.
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk spoke.
Councilman Supernaw spoke.
Rogelio spoke.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Rogelio spoke.
Love LB spoke.
Amy spoke.
Lourdes N Dixon spoke.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilwoman Zendejas made community announcements.
Councilmember Ricks-Oddie requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Jose and Samantha Palacios; and made community announcements.
Councilwoman Thrash-Ntuk made community announcements.
Councilwoman Kerr made community announcements.
Councilman Supernaw made community announcements.
ADJOURNMENT
At 9:29 PM, Vice Mayor Uranga adjourned the meeting in memory of Jose and Samantha Palacios.
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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.