Long Beach public meetings in 2023

Technology and Innovation Commission

The Technology and Innovation Commission will hold an election for the position of Vice Chair. The commission will also consider establishing a Data Privacy Ad Hoc Committee and discuss future committee projects.

• Election for the position of Vice Chair
• Establishment of the Data Privacy Ad Hoc Committee
• Review of the draft Civic User Testing Playbook report
• Approval of July 26, 2023, special meeting minutes

The Technology and Innovation Commission created two new ad hoc committees focused on data privacy and strategic planning. The commission also elected a new Vice Chair and approved several reports.

• Approved July 26, 2023 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Director's Report (4-0)
• Approved draft Civic User Testing Playbook report (4-0)
• Approved report on current and anticipated Ad Hoc Committees (4-0)
• Established Data Privacy Ad Hoc Committee (4-0)
• Established Technology Strategic Planning Ad-Hoc Committee (4-0)
• Nominated Commissioner de Armas for Vice Chair (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission is considering recommendations for the MacArthur Park Rehabilitation Project and new fees for El Dorado Nature Center tours. The agenda also includes permit renewals for dog training at Heartwell Park and skatepark improvements at Silverado Park.

• MacArthur Park Rehabilitation Project recommendation
• New fee for El Dorado Nature Center’s Guided School Tour Program
• Use Permit for dog training at Heartwell Park
• Agreement with Long Beach Unified School District for senior program sites
• Skatepark improvement permit extension at Silverado Park

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved several facility use permits and a new fee for the El Dorado Nature Center. The body also recommended the MacArthur Park Rehabilitation Project for city approval and authorized a partnership with the Long Beach Unified School District.

• Approved MacArthur Park Rehabilitation Project recommendation to City Manager (6-0)
• Approved fee for El Dorado Nature Center’s Guided School Tour Program (6-0)
• Approved 2-year Use Permit for LARPBO Dog Training at Heartwell Park (6-0)
• Approved 5-year agreement with Long Beach Unified School District for senior program sites (6-0)
• Approved 6-month Right-of-Entry Permit extension for Spohn Ranch, Inc. at Silverado Park (6-0)
• Approved fee waiver requests outlined in Attachment A (6-0)
• Approved November 16, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Director’s monthly highlights report for December 2023 (6-0)

• MacArthur Park Rehabilitation Project — approved
  MacArthur Park
• Use Permit to LARPBO: Los Angeles Responsible Pit Bull Owners, Inc. — approved
  Heartwell Park
• Agreement for Use of Facilities and Services with the Long Beach Unified School District — approved
  citywide senior program sites

Utilities Commission - Special Meeting

The commission is reviewing several six-month contract renewals for engineering and construction services. They will also consider an amendment to a supply contract for natural gas meters and an application for the California Coastal Commission WHALE TAIL Grant Program.

• $1,000,000 increase to Tri-Pacific Supply, Inc. contract for Sensus natural gas meters
• Six-month renewal of construction management and inspection services contracts
• Six-month renewal of geotechnical engineering services contracts
• Six-month renewal of survey engineering services contracts
• Application for the California Coastal Commission WHALE TAIL Grant Program

The Commission approved a contract amendment for natural gas meters and authorized several six-month renewals for on-call engineering and construction services. It also approved an application for the California Coastal Commission WHALE TAIL Grant Program.

• Approved $1M increase to Tri-Pacific Supply, Inc. contract for gas meters, totaling $3M (5-0)
• Approved six-month renewals for on-call construction management and inspection services with five firms (5-0)
• Approved six-month renewals for on-call geotechnical engineering services with five firms (5-0)
• Approved six-month renewals for on-call survey engineering services with five firms (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. UT-1507 to apply for the California Coastal Commission WHALE TAIL Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved November 30, 2023 Board meeting minutes (5-0)

• Amendment to Contract No. 36244 with Tri-Pacific Supply, Inc. for Sensus natural gas meters and services/parts — approved
  $3.0M
• Six-month renewal of on-call construction management and inspection services contracts — approved
• Six-month renewal of on-call geotechnical engineering services contracts — approved
• Six-month renewal of on-call survey engineering services contracts — approved
• Resolution No. UT-1507 authorizing application for California Coastal Commission WHALE TAIL Grant Program — approved

Planning Commission

The commission is considering recommendations to approve a mixed-use development at 6500 E. Pacific Coast Highway featuring 600 residential units and restaurant space. The agenda also includes a request for a beer manufacturing license at 2122 East 4th Street.

• Mixed-use project at 6500 E. Pacific Coast Highway with 600 residential units
• Beer manufacturing license and sales at 2122 East 4th Street
• Approval of November 16, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved a mixed-use development featuring two 5-story buildings with 600 residential units and restaurant space. It also approved a conditional use permit for beer manufacturing and sales at 2122 East 4th Street.

• Approved Site Plan Review SPR22-109 and Local Coastal Development Permit LCDP22-062 for 600 residential units and 4,000 sq ft of restaurant space at 6500 E. Pacific Coast Highway (5-0)
• Determined 6500 E. Pacific Coast Highway project is consistent with Southeast Area Specific Plan Program EIR and requires no further environmental review (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP23-018 for beer manufacturing and sales at 2122 East 4th Street (5-0)
• Accepted Categorical Exemption CE23-094 for 2122 East 4th Street (5-0)
• Approved November 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Director’s Report (5-0)

• Mixed-use project approval with Site Plan Review and Local Coastal Development Permit — approved
  6500 E. Pacific Coast Highway · 600 units
• Conditional Use Permit for beer manufacturing alcohol license and on/off-site sales — approved
  2122 East 4th Street

The Long Beach Community Investment Company

The Long Beach Community Investment Company will consider a $560,000 loan to provide gap financing for development at 225-227 E. 15th Street and 1510 Palmer Court. The agenda also includes amending agreements for 814 Atlantic Avenue and reviewing the President's Report.

• $560,000 loan to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles
• Development agreement for 225-227 E. 15th Street and 1510 Palmer Court
• Amending agreements for 814 Atlantic Avenue
• Review of the President's Report

The Long Beach Community Investment Company approved a loan and development agreement for properties on E. 15th Street and Palmer Court. The board also authorized amendments to loan agreements for a property on Atlantic Avenue.

• Approved $560,000 loan and Disposition and Development Agreement for 225-227 E. 15th Street and 1510 Palmer Court to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (4-0)
• Authorized amendment and restatement of loan and regulatory agreements with Mental Health Association of Los Angeles for 814 Atlantic Avenue (4-0)
• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file President’s Report (4-0)

• Amend and restate loan and regulatory agreements with Mental Health Association of Los Angeles — approved
  814 Atlantic Avenue
• Disposition and Development Agreement and Loan to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles — approved
  225-227 E. 15th Street and 1510 Palmer Court · $560,000

Government Operations and Efficiency Committee (Attorney/Client)

The committee will hold a closed session conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. This meeting focuses on three specific workers' compensation claims.

• Workers' Compensation Claim of Craig Carley (ADJ10361108)
• Workers' Compensation Claim of Heather Cohen (ADJ16587914, ADJ17649956, ADJ12805092)
• Workers' Compensation Claim of Diana Hohman-Aguiar (ADJ11242667; UNASSIGNED)

City Council Special Meeting - Closed Session

The City Council will hold a closed session to conduct labor negotiations with several unrepresented and represented employee organizations. Thomas B. Modica will serve as the city's designated representative for these discussions.

• Labor negotiations with multiple employee groups (Item 23-51600 a)
• Negotiations involving Long Beach Association of Engineering Employees
• Negotiations involving SEIU Local 721
• Negotiations involving IBEW Local 47

City Council - Revised

The City Council will consider a contract for 2028 Olympic Games strategic planning and several large-scale staffing and fleet management agreements. The agenda also includes reviewing police military equipment reports and considering new alcohol license applications.

• Contract with KPMG LLP for 2028 Olympic Games planning up to $572,240
• Temporary staffing services contract not to exceed $4.5 million annually
• Amendment to AssetWorks, Inc. fleet management software contract up to $633,952
• ABC license applications for Heritage, Dilly’s Sandwiches LB, and Picosito Mexican Grill
• Adoption of the 2023 Military Equipment Special Order for the police department

The City Council approved a proclamation regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Israel. Other actions included awarding contracts for 2028 Olympic planning and temporary staffing, and updating municipal codes for housing and subdivisions.

• Adopted proclamation on Gaza and Israel humanitarian crisis (5-2)
• Awarded $572,240 contract to KPMG LLP for 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games planning (7-0)
• Awarded temporary staffing contracts up to $4.5 million to Alura Workforce Solutions, Emploi Group, and Howroyd Wright Employment Agency (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2026 MOUs with City Prosecutors Association, Management Association, and Association of Confidential Employees (7-0)
• Authorized LBPD to continue use of military equipment per AB 481 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance ORD-23-0050 amending Housing Trust Fund code (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance ORD-23-0051 replacing City Subdivision Regulations (7-0)
• Approved $862,500 aggregate annual contract for heavy-duty vehicle repair and painting (7-0)

• Amend Contract No. 35529 with AssetWorks, Inc. for M-5 Fleet Management database software, hardware, and support — approved
  $401,320

Utilities Commission - Cancelled

The Long Beach Utilities Commission scheduled a session on December 14, 2023, to review minutes and approve contract renewals and grant applications. The meeting was cancelled for lack of a quorum before any agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Approval of November 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• Contract amendment with Tri-Pacific Supply, Inc. increasing amount by $1,000,000 (new cap: $3,000,000)
• Six-month renewals for construction management and inspection services contracts
• Six-month renewals for geotechnical engineering services contracts
• Application for California Coastal Commission WHALE TAIL Grant Program

• Amendment to Contract No. 36244 with Tri-Pacific Supply, Inc. for Sensus natural gas meters and other services and parts
  $3.0M
• Six-month renewal option for on-call construction management and inspection services contracts (Lee & Ro, Inc.; Wallace
• Six-month renewal option for on-call geotechnical engineering services contracts (Smith-Emery Laboratories; Twining Geot
• Six-month renewal option for on-call survey engineering services contracts (CL Survey; Stantec Consulting Services; D. W
• Resolution No. UT-1507 authorizing application for California Coastal Commission WHALE TAIL Grant Program

Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities

The commission will review a presentation from the Office of Equity regarding the FY 24 budget allocation. Members will also receive monthly reports from three standing committees and approve minutes from the November 9, 2023 meeting.

• FY 24 Budget allocation presentation from the Office of Equity
• Accessibility, Transportation & Services committee report
• Youth, Employment, Programs & Services committee report
• Health and Housing committee report
• Approval of November 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities approved the minutes from the November 9 meeting. The commission also voted to receive and file a budget allocation presentation and three monthly committee reports.

• Approved November 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Approved receiving and filing FY 24 Budget allocation presentation from Office of Equity (7-0)
• Approved receiving and filing Accessibility, Transportation & Services monthly report (7-0)
• Approved receiving and filing Youth, Employment, Programs & Services monthly report (7-0)
• Approved receiving and filing Health and Housing monthly report (7-0)

Civil Service Commission-Special Meeting

The Civil Service Commission will consider several personnel recommendations, including a title change for a Police Oversight Investigator. The meeting also includes items regarding employee reappointments, probation extensions, and the cancellation of a Carpenter examination.

• Title change and classification adoption for Police Oversight Investigator
• Reappointment of dismissed employee Omolola Odeniyi, Criminalist I
• Probation extension for Firefighter Timothy Luu
• Cancellation of the Carpenter examination
• Removal of a candidate from the Gardener I-II eligible list

The Commission approved several personnel actions, including the reappointment of a dismissed employee and a title change for Police Oversight Investigators. Other actions included extending eligible lists and probation periods, and canceling a Carpenter examination.

• Approved reappointment of dismissed employee Omolola Odeniyi, Criminalist I (5-0)
• Approved title change and classification for Investigator, Police Oversight (5-0)
• Approved 6-month extension of expiring eligible lists (4-0)
• Approved probation extension for Timothy Luu, Firefighter (5-0)
• Approved cancellation of Carpenter examination (4-1)
• Approved removal of Michael Duran from Gardener I-II eligible list (5-0)
• Approved temporary reassignment for training for Jessica Romero (5-0)
• Withdrew provisional appointment for Liyo Yamamoto Mancia (5-0)

Advisory Commission on Aging

The commission will consider recommendations to approve meeting minutes and receive an update from Recreation Superintendent Heidi Mazas. The agenda also includes receiving reports from standing committees.

• Approval of November 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update from Recreation Superintendent Heidi Mazas
• Discussion on implementing a long-range plan for the commission
• Reports from current standing committees

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 8, 2023 meeting. Members also voted to receive and file updates from the Recreation Superintendent, a discussion on a long-range plan, and reports from standing committees.

• Approved minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting (8-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file update from Recreation Superintendent (8-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file discussion on long-range plan implementation (8-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file reports from standing committees (8-0)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will discuss the recent vacancy appointment process and potential future committees. The meeting also includes updates on strategic planning, officer succession, and reports from the Ethics Officer and ad hoc committees.

• Discussion of the recent appointment process for a Commission vacancy
• Reauthorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on the Lobbyist Ordinance and the Ad Hoc Committee on Updated Policies for 2024
• Review of strategic planning efforts and officer succession planning
• Monthly updates from the Ethics Officer and two ad hoc committees

The Commission reauthorized two Ad Hoc committees to continue their work into 2024. Members also discussed strategic planning, succession planning for officers, and the appointment process for current vacancies.

• Approved Nov. 8, 2023 minutes as amended (6-0)
• Laid over approval of Nov. 15, 2023 minutes to Jan. 10, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved discussion on vacancy appointment process (6-0)
• Approved discussion on strategic planning efforts (5-0)
• Approved discussion on officer succession planning (6-0)
• Received and filed monthly updates from Ethics Officer, Lobbyist Ordinance Committee, and Updated Policies Committee (5-0 each)
• Reauthorized Ad Hoc Committee on the Lobbyist Ordinance and Ad Hoc Committee on Updated Policies for 2024 (5-0)
• Approved discussion on anticipated Ad Hoc Committees for upcoming projects (5-0)

Veterans Affairs Commission Meeting

The Commission will review a presentation regarding surveys from the 2023 Long Beach Veterans Celebration. The agenda also includes a discussion of the celebration and a recommendation to approve the November 8, 2023 meeting.

• Presentation of survey results from the 2023 Long Beach Veterans Celebration
• Discussion regarding the 2023 Long Beach Veterans Celebration
• Recommendation to approve the November 8, 2023 meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 8 meeting and formally received a presentation on survey data from the 2023 Long Beach Veterans Celebration. Members discussed the success of the Veterans Day event and suggested improvements for future promotion and registration.

• Approved November 08, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Health Data Analytics Officer presentation (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to discuss 2023 Long Beach Veterans Celebration (5-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach

The Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach will consider approving minutes from its November 14, 2023 special meeting. The board will also receive and file the September 2023 financial and operational performance reports. This agenda is strictly procedural boilerplate with no substantive policy changes or new projects.

• Approve minutes from the November 14, 2023 special meeting
• Receive and file September 2023 financial and operational performance reports

The Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach approved the minutes from its November 14, 2023, special meeting. The board also voted to receive and file the financial and operational performance reports for September 2023.

• Approved November 14, 2023 special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved receiving and filing September 2023 Financial and Operational Performance Reports (7-0)

City Council - Revised

The City Council is reviewing several funding requests and contract amendments. Proposed actions include approving a $750,000 federal grant for the Learning Hubs project and $30,000 for sidewalk repairs on East Washington Street. The agenda also includes various small donations for local community events and holiday parades.

• $30,000 for sidewalk and curb repairs on East Washington Street
• $750,000 HUD grant for the Learning Hubs project
• $76,500 for Atlantic-Pacific New Signals project engineering phase
• Extension of online permitting system deadline to January 1, 2026
• ABC License application for EA Seafood Restaurant at 1607 East Wardlow Road

The City Council unanimously approved extending the local emergency declaration for homelessness through February 28, 2024, and authorized accepting up to $15.3 million in state grants for modular shelter units and encampment resolution. The council also approved a $5 million contract for electric vehicle charging equipment, amended the Dell software contract to increase annual costs, and forwarded the Long Beach Airport general aviation operations item to committee for further review.

• Extended homelessness emergency to Feb 28, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of up to $10M HCD grant for modular shelter (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of up to $5.33M Cal ICH grant for encampment resolution (7-0)
• Approved $5M annual cap contract with ChargePoint for EV charging (7-0)
• Amended Dell contract to increase annual amount to $2.92M (7-0)
• Confirmed April Walker as Assistant City Manager effective Dec 31, 2023 (7-0)
• Forwarded Long Beach Airport general aviation item to committees (7-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting un-adoption of Shoemaker Bridge as local road extension (7-0)

Commission on Youth and Families - Special Meeting - Cancelled

The special meeting of the Long Beach Commission on Youth and Families scheduled for December 12, 2023, was cancelled. The original agenda included a presentation on the Ethics Program and a discussion regarding the impact of the Israel-Palestine War on local youth and families.

• Presentation from the Office of Ethics and Transparency regarding the Ethics Program
• Report from the Office of Youth Development
• Discussion on the impact of the Israel-Palestine War on Long Beach youth and families
• Review of We Create Community staff reports and Director’s Highlights
• Approval of September 20, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Examiners, Appeals and Condemnation

The Board of Examiners, Appeals and Condemnation will meet to consider recommendations for four substandard building cases. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 18, 2023, meeting.

• Substandard building case at 1640-46 E. 7th Street
• Substandard building case at 1730 Long Beach Blvd
• Substandard building case at 1740 Long Beach Blvd
• Substandard building case at 1543 Rose Avenue

The Board of Examiners, Appeals and Condemnation approved recommendations for four substandard building cases located in Long Beach. For the property at 1543 Rose Avenue, the Board amended the recommendation to grant the owner a 60-day extension until February 12, 2024, to demolish the structure. All motions passed with a unanimous 4-0 vote from the commissioners present.

• Approved minutes from September 18, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for substandard building case at 1640-46 E. 7th Street (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for substandard building case at 1730 Long Beach Blvd (4-0)
• Approved recommendation for substandard building case at 1740 Long Beach Blvd (4-0)
• Approved amended recommendation for 1543 Rose Avenue, granting 60-day demolition extension to Feb 12, 2024 (4-0)

• Substandard Building Case - 1640-46 E. 7th Street — approved
  1640-46 E. 7TH STREET, LONG BEACH, CA
• Substandard Building Case - 1730 Long Beach Blvd
  1730 LONG BEACH BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA

Board of Health and Human Services

The Board of Health and Human Services will meet to discuss board goals and infrastructure. The meeting also includes receiving reports from the Acting Director and the City Health Officer regarding communicable disease control activities.

• Discussion of Board goals and infrastructure
• Report on Communicable Disease Control activities
• Approval of October 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report from the Acting Director of Health and Human Services

Equity and Human Relations Commission - Special Meeting

The Equity and Human Relations Commission will meet to consider a recommendation for the Mayor and City Council. The item involves submitting a memorandum regarding the Israel-Palestine War based on elements approved by the commission on December 6, 2023.

• Recommendation 23-51557: Submit a memorandum to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Israel-Palestine War

The Equity and Human Relations Commission approved a recommendation to submit a memorandum to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Israel-Palestine War. The memorandum includes elements previously discussed and approved by the Commission on December 6, 2023.

• Approved recommendation to submit memorandum to Mayor and City Council regarding Israel-Palestine War (9-0)

Climate Resilient and Sustainable City Commission - Special Meeting

The Commission will review minutes from the October 19, 2023 meeting. City staff will also present information regarding transportation and the Climate Action Plan. Additionally, the commission will receive updates from the Office of Climate Action and Sustainability.

• Approval of October 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Transportation and the Climate Action Plan
• Updates from the Office of Climate Action and Sustainability

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 19, 2023 meeting. Members received a staff presentation regarding transportation and the Climate Action Plan, as well as resources from the Office of Climate Action and Sustainability.

• Approved minutes of the October 19, 2023 meeting (8-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file presentation on Transportation and the Climate Action Plan (8-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file announcements and resources from the Office of Climate Action and Sustainability (8-0)

• Presentation from City staff on Transportation and the Climate Action Plan — approved

Equity and Human Relations Commission

The commission will review presentations on violence prevention efforts and the Youth Strategic Plan. Members will also discuss a letter sent to the Mayor and City Council. Additionally, the body will receive updates from Ad Hoc Committees and the Office of Equity.

• Presentation on Violence Prevention Programmatic efforts
• Presentation on Youth Strategic Plan
• Discussion regarding a letter to the Mayor and City Council
• Report from current Ad Hoc Committees
• Monthly update from the Office of Equity

The Commission voted to have the Office of Equity draft a letter to the Mayor and City Council acknowledging the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and supporting a lasting ceasefire. The body also received presentations on violence prevention and the Youth Strategic Plan.

• Approved minutes from November 1, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved receiving presentation on Violence Prevention Programmatic efforts (9-0)
• Approved receiving presentation on the Youth Strategic Plan (9-0)
• Approved request for Office of Equity to draft a letter to Mayor and City Council regarding Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian crisis (9-0)
• Laid over report from Ad Hoc Committees
• Laid over monthly update from the Office of Equity

Civil Service Commission-Special Meeting

The Long Beach Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting on December 6, 2023, at 411 W. Ocean Boulevard Civic Chambers to address personnel and hiring matters. The agenda includes a closed session for personnel issues under state law and a recommendation to approve a protest regarding examination items for the Port Security System Operator position. Public comment will be accepted before the closed session begins.

• Closed session for personnel matters per Government Code Section 54957(B)(1)
• Recommendation to approve protest of examination items for Port Security System Operator
• Public comment opportunity on agenda items

The Commission met for a special session and acted on one staff recommendation. The board voted to deny a protest regarding examination items for the Port Security System Operator position.

• Denied protest of examination items for Port Security System Operator (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider recommendations to approve several recruitment bulletins for city roles. The meeting also includes reviewing personnel actions such as transfers, retirements, and provisional appointments.

• Approval of recruitment bulletins for Fire Captain, Port Planner IV, and other roles
• Provisional appointment of Allen Phang as Equipment Mechanic I-II
• Extension of provisional appointment for Froilan Diaz as Office Services Supervisor
• Review of examination results, retirements, resignations, and transfers

The Commission approved several recruitment bulletins for various city roles and authorized specific provisional appointments. The board also processed routine personnel actions including retirements, resignations, and transfers.

• Approved examination results, retirements, resignations, and transfers (5-0)
• Approved bulletin for Fire Captain (5-0)
• Approved bulletin for Environmental Specialist Associate (5-0)
• Approved bulletin for Port Planner I-V (5-0)
• Approved bulletin for Customer Service Representative I-III (5-0)
• Approved bulletin for Equipment Mechanic I-II (5-0)
• Approved provisional appointment of Allen Phang as Equipment Mechanic I-II (5-0)
• Approved provisional appointment extension for Froilan Diaz, Office Services Supervisor (5-0)

Homeless Services Advisory Committee

The committee will receive several reports, including subcommittee updates and a staff report from the Homeless Services Bureau. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding the 2024 Homeless Count methodology.

• Presentation on the 2024 Homeless Count and Methodology
• Review of Subcommittee updates
• Homeless Proclamation Update
• Homeless Services Bureau Staff Report
• Chair and Vice Chair Report

The committee voted to receive and file several reports, including updates on the Mayor's Fund, the 2024 Homeless Count methodology, and the Homeless Services Bureau staff report. No new policies were enacted, but the committee discussed potential safe sleep pilot programs and interim housing options.

• Approved recommendation to receive and file Subcommittee updates (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file 2024 Homeless Count presentation (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Homeless Proclamation Update (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Homeless Services Bureau Staff Report (5-0)

Housing and Public Health Committee - Cancelled

The scheduled meeting for the Long Beach Housing and Public Health Committee was cancelled. The agenda included presentations on tiny homes, health statistics, and the city's vector control program.

• Presentation on Tiny Homes (23-51461)
• Update on COVID-19, Flu, and RSV statistics (23-51463)
• Presentation on the City's Vector Control Program (23-51464)
• Presentation on The Long Beach Housing Promise (23-51465)
• Approval of May 16, 2023, meeting minutes (23-51459)

City Council Special Meeting - Closed Session

The City Council met in a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with various employee organizations. The council also reviewed existing litigation and the price and terms for purchasing property at 2961 Redondo Avenue.

• Negotiation of price and terms for 2961 Redondo Avenue
• Labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations
• Review of litigation involving Raquel Soltero and Yasmin Moreno

• Real property negotiation for 2961 Redondo Avenue
  2961 Redondo Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90806

City Council - Revised

The City Council is reviewing several recommendations for approval, including various community donations and large-scale service contracts. Proposed items include funding for resident training, electric vehicle grants, and amendments to the Long Beach Pledge Program.

• Contract for training and employment services up to $2,000,000
• Purchase of six CNG aerial bucket trucks for $2,667,706
• Grant for electric dump and refuse trucks up to $800,000
• Long Beach Pledge Program contract increases totaling over $359,000
• Business navigation services contracts up to $821,152

The City Council approved $25 million for capital improvements at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. Other key actions included updating municipal election codes, approving several city vehicle purchases, and extending contracts for parking and architectural services.

• Approved $25M for Convention and Entertainment Center capital improvements (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. ORD-23-0049 amending municipal election codes (7-0)
• Approved $2.67M for six CNG aerial bucket trucks (7-0)
• Approved $1.04M for two CNG air vacuum sweeper trucks (7-0)
• Increased LAZ Parking contract by $6.72M for citywide operations (7-0)
• Increased architectural services aggregate contract by $5M (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2026 MOU with Association of Engineering Employees (7-0)
• Voted to terminate local emergency for network security incident on Dec 19, 2023 (7-0)

Utilities Commission Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Utilities Commission is holding a special closed session meeting. The commission will consult with the Director of Technology and Innovation regarding a threat to public services.

• Consultation regarding a threat to public services

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission is reviewing several infrastructure and service contracts. These include funding for water well drilling, pipeline relocation, and water system improvements. The commission will also consider agreements for fiber connectivity and computer equipment purchases.

• $5,657,082 contract with Best Drilling and Pump, Inc. for water well drilling projects
• $973,550 reimbursement to Long Beach Public Works for Colorado Lagoon pipeline relocation
• $510,387 contract with EXARO Technologies Corporation for potable water system improvements
• $472,200 lease with Crown Castle for fiber connectivity
• $313,460 task order for the Customer Service Line Inventory Project

The Commission approved several infrastructure and technology contracts, including a major project for drilling water wells. It also authorized funding for customer service line inventory and fiber connectivity. A transfer of funds was approved on the condition that the Board tours the Elm Street building.

• Approved $5,657,082 contract with Best Drilling and Pump, Inc. for water well drilling (4-0)
• Approved $510,387 contract with EXARO Technologies Corporation for potable water system cathodic protection (4-0)
• Approved $313,460 task order for Hazen and Sawyer for Customer Service Line Inventory Project (4-0)
• Approved fiber connectivity contract with Crown Castle not to exceed $472,200 over five years (4-0)
• Approved computer equipment contracts with five vendors not to exceed $800,000 per year for three years (4-0)
• Approved Transfer of Funds conditional upon a Board tour of the Elm Street building (4-0)
• Approved November 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Withdrew recommendation for MOU with Public Works regarding Colorado Lagoon Open Channel Project

• Customer Service Line Inventory Project task order to Hazen and Sawyer — approved
  $313,460
• Cathodic Protection Improvement of Potable Water Systems Project – Phase 6 — approved
  $510,387
• Drilling of Water Wells Commission 23A and El Dorado 2 Project — approved
  $5.7M
• Lease of fiber connectivity with Crown Castle — approved
  $472,200
• Purchase of computer equipment with multiple vendors — approved
  $800,000

Cultural Heritage Commission

The Cultural Heritage Commission will consider a landmark nomination for the exterior of the former Fire Station No. 9 building. The commission will also review a proposed addition to a residence in the Belmont Heights Historic District and receive a presentation on the city's ethics program.

• Landmark nomination for the former Fire Station No. 9 at 3917 Long Beach Boulevard
• Proposed 575 square-foot addition to a dwelling at 660 Mira Mar Avenue
• Presentation on the City of Long Beach’s Ethics Program

The Commission recommended that City Council designate the former Fire Station No. 9 as a historic landmark. It also approved a home addition in the Belmont Heights Historic District and received reports on city ethics and director updates.

• Recommended City Council designate former Fire Station No. 9 at 3917 Long Beach Boulevard as a historic landmark (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for a 575 sq-ft addition at 660 Mira Mar Avenue with amendments for wood slider doors and vertical delineation (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Director’s Report (5-0)
• Approved September 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file presentation on City of Long Beach’s Ethics Program (5-0)

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 660 Mira Mar Avenue — approved
  660 Mira Mar Avenue
• Landmark nomination for former Fire Station No. 9 building — introduced
  3917 Long Beach Boulevard

City Council Special Meeting - Closed Session

The City Council will hold a closed session meeting to consult with the Director of Technology and Innovation. The discussion concerns a threat to public services.

• Consultation regarding a threat to public services

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council is reviewing a recommendation to ratify the City Manager’s Proclamation of Local Emergency. This follows a network security incident targeting City of Long Beach systems.

• Ratification of City Manager's Proclamation of Local Emergency (Item 23-28828)

The Long Beach City Council held a special meeting to address a network security incident affecting city systems. They adopted Resolution No. RES-23-0184, which ratifies the City Manager’s proclamation of a local emergency due to this incident. The resolution passed with a unanimous vote of 8-0, with one councilmember absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. RES-23-0184 ratifying local emergency for network security incident (8-0)

Belmont Shore Parking and Business Improvement Area Advisory Commission

The Commission will consider several service contracts including landscape maintenance, wayfinding signage design, and security patrol hours. The agenda also includes reviewing financial reports and approving the purchase of waste bins.

• $50,000 not to exceed proposal from Conservation Corps for median landscape maintenance
• $60,000 not to exceed design services budget for Belmont Shore Wayfinding Signage Project
• $37,305.34 purchase of Big Belly bins and message panels on 2nd Street from Waxie Sanitary Supply
• Additional hours for C.S.I Patrol Service security services
• Cancellation of the December meeting

The Commission approved several maintenance and infrastructure recommendations, including a budget for wayfinding signage and a landscaping contract. It also authorized additional security patrol hours and the purchase of waste bins for 2nd Street.

• Approved Conservation Corps median landscape maintenance contract up to $50,000 (6-0)
• Approved design services budget for Wayfinding Signage Project up to $60,000 (6-0)
• Approved additional security service hours from C.S.I Patrol Service (6-0)
• Approved $37,305.34 purchase of Big Belly bins and message panels for 2nd Street (6-0)
• Approved October 19, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved financial report for period ending October 31, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Long Beach Transit Employee Bus Pass Program Status for October 2023 (6-0)
• Approved cancellation of December meeting (6-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and consider fee waiver requests. The body will also receive the Director's monthly highlights report for November 2023.

• Approval of October 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Consideration of fee waiver requests per policy
• Receipt of 'We Create Community' and 'Director’s Highlights' reports

The Commission approved several fee waiver requests in accordance with established policy. It also approved the minutes from the October 19, 2023 meeting and filed the Director's monthly highlights report for November 2023.

• Approved October 19, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved fee waiver requests outlined in Attachment A (4-0)
• Approved receiving and filing the November 2023 Director's monthly highlights report (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission - Cancelled

The scheduled meeting for the Long Beach Airport Advisory Commission on November 16, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a permit for a nonprofit preschool at the West Long Beach Facilities Center in Admiral Kidd Park. The project includes replacing play equipment within an existing 2,800-square-foot yard. Additionally, the body will hold a study session regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Senate Bill 9.

• Conditional Use Permit for a nonprofit preschool at 2125 Santa Fe Avenue
• Replacement of play equipment in a 2,800-square-foot yard
• Study session on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Senate Bill 9

The Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a nonprofit preschool at the West Long Beach Facilities Center, including new play equipment. A study session regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and SB 9 was postponed to a future date.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP23-015) for nonprofit preschool at 2125 Santa Fe Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Director's Report (4-0)
• Approved November 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Laid over study session on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and SB 9 to a future meeting (5-0)

• Conditional Use Permit for nonprofit preschool at West Long Beach Facilities Center — approved
  2125 Santa Fe Avenue
• Study session related to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Senate Bill (SB) 9 — deferred

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will consider several administrative recommendations including examination results, retirements, and resignations. The meeting also includes decisions on extending non-career hours for a Police Investigator and multiple Water Utility Workers.

• Approval of examination results (23-25654)
• Extension of non-career hours for Linda Warren, Police Investigator (23-25757)
• Extension of non-career hours for 18 Water Utility Workers (23-25741)
• Approval of 6-month extensions for expiring eligible lists (23-25664)

The Commission approved several personnel actions, including resignations, retirements, and transfers. It also authorized non-career hour extensions for a Police Investigator and 18 Water Utility Workers.

• Approved examination results (4-0)
• Received and filed retirements and disability retirements (4-0)
• Approved resignations and transfers (4-0)
• Approved schedule of hearings (4-0)
• Approved 6-month extension of expiring eligible lists (4-0)
• Approved non-career hours for Police Investigator Linda Warren (4-0)
• Approved extended non-career hours for 18 Water Utility Workers (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 8, 2023 meeting (4-0)

The Long Beach Community Investment Company

The Long Beach Community Investment Company is reviewing several proposals for affordable housing development. The agenda includes authorizing loans and land conveyance for specific projects and selecting developers for new rental units.

• Authorize a $5,900,000 loan to Linc Housing Corporation for 4151 E. Fountain Street and 4220 Wehrle Court
• Approve land conveyance of 4151 E. Fountain Street to Linc Housing Corporation
• Select Century Affordable Development, Inc. for up to $5 million in PLHA and/or CDBG funds
• Select West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation for up to $7 million in PLHA and/or CDBG funds
• Public hearing on amendments to the FY 2022-2023 CDBG and FY 2021-2022 ESG and HOME ARP Action Plans

The Long Beach Community Investment Company approved several funding awards and agreements for affordable rental housing developments. The board also recommended City Council approval for amendments to the CDBG, ESG, and HOME ARP action plans.

• Approved $5.9M loan and development agreement with Linc Housing Corporation for 4151 E. Fountain Street and 4220 Wehrle Court (5-0)
• Approved selection of Century Affordable Development, Inc. for up to $5M in PLHA and/or CDBG funds (6-0)
• Approved selection of West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation for up to $7M in PLHA and/or CDBG funds (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for public hearing and City Council approval of Second Substantial Amendments to FY 2023 and FY 2022 Action Plans (6-0)
• Approved President's Report (5-0)
• Approved October 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

• Disposition and Development Agreement and loan for 4151 E. Fountain Street and 4220 Wehrle Court — approved
  4151 E. Fountain Street and 4220 Wehrle Court · $5.9M
• Selection of Century Affordable Development, Inc. for PLHA and/or CDBG funds — approved
  $5.0M

Ethics Commission - Special Meeting

The Ethics Commission is meeting to discuss a recommendation for a study session to interview applicants for an open seat. The body will also consider appointing a member to the commission, subject to City requirements.

• Recommendation to conduct a study session and interview applicants for an Ethics Commission vacancy
• Potential appointment of a new member to the Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission met to interview applicants for a commission vacancy. The commission voted to appoint Jonathan “Chief” Coleman to the position and designated Andrea Gunn Eaton as an alternate.

• Appointed Jonathan “Chief” Coleman to the Ethics Commission pending onboarding (6-0)
• Selected Andrea Gunn Eaton as an alternate for the commission vacancy (6-0)

Commission on Youth and Families - Cancelled

The scheduled meeting for November 15, 2023, was cancelled. The original agenda included presentations from the Office of Ethics and Transparency and the Office of Youth Development.

• Presentation from the Office of Ethics and Transparency regarding the Ethics Program
• Report from the Office of Youth Development
• Discussion on the impact of the Israel-Palestine War on Long Beach youth and families

City Council Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Long Beach City Council held a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with various unrepresented and represented employee organizations. The meeting was conducted pursuant to Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code.

• Labor negotiations with Long Beach Association of Engineering Employees
• Labor negotiations with Long Beach Management Association
• Labor negotiations with Long Beach Association of Confidential Employees
• Labor negotiations with International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Local Lodge 1930, District Lodge 947
• Labor negotiations with multiple other employee organizations including SEIU Local 721 and City Attorneys' Association

Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach - Special Meeting

The Housing Authority is meeting to approve minutes from the October 10, 2023, meeting. The body will also receive and file financial and operational performance reports for August 2023.

• Approval of October 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Receipt of August 2023 Financial and Operational Performance Reports

The Housing Authority approved the minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. The board also voted to receive and file the Financial and Operational Performance Reports for August 2023.

• Approved October 10, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved receiving and filing August 2023 Financial and Operational Performance Reports (7-0)

Mobility, Ports, and Infrastructure Committee

The Mobility, Ports, and Infrastructure Committee will review a presentation from Metro regarding A-Line ridership, service, and safety. The committee will also receive a staff report concerning a recent State bill on Automated Speed Enforcement Systems.

• Metro presentation on A-Line ridership trends, customer service, and safety
• Staff report on recent State legislation regarding Automated Speed Enforcement Systems
• Approval of minutes from the September 19, 2023, committee meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting. Members received a presentation from Metro regarding A-Line ridership and safety, and a staff report on a state bill concerning Automated Speed Enforcement Systems.

• Approved minutes of the September 19, 2023 meeting (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Metro presentation on A-Line trends and safety (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file staff report on Automated Speed Enforcement Systems state bill (3-0)

Long Beach Continuum of Care Board Meeting

The agenda contains only procedural items including call to order, roll call, and public comment. No specific decisions or discussions are listed in the provided text.

Long Beach Continuum of Care Board

The Board approved an amendment to the Continuum of Care Charter to establish the Lived Experience Advisory Board (LEAB) as a subcommittee. The Board also received updates on housing lease-ups, HUD funding renewals, and the opening of the winter shelter.

• Approved Continuum of Care Charter Amendment to establish Lived Experience Advisory Board (10-0)
• Approved minutes from October 10 and September 12, 2023 (8-0-1)
• Received and filed subcommittee reports (9-0)
• Received and filed Strategic Plan Update (10-0)
• Received and filed Leasing Updates (9-0)
• Received and filed Homeless Services Bureau Operations Report (9-0)
• Received and filed CoC Governance Report (No vote recorded)

City Council - Special Meeting - Revised

The City Council is reviewing several items for the consent calendar, including various district-specific donations and several workers' compensation and lawsuit settlements. The agenda also includes a contract award for reentry services and street closure authorizations.

• $100,000 appropriation to support the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Festival
• Contract award to Centro C.H.A., Inc. for $275,000 to implement the Long Beach Re-Entry Achievement Program
• $190,000 settlement authority for Timothy Peterson via Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board
• Authorization of $85,000 to settle Cheryl Lee v. City of Long Beach lawsuit
• Temporary street and alley closures for the 2024 Cali Vibes Music Festival

The Council approved amended regulations for sidewalk vendors and designated 11 properties as historic landmarks. Other key actions included continuing the local emergency for homelessness and approving a $4.6M tourism marketing contract.

• Approved amended sidewalk vendor ordinance with requirements for insurance and a 25-foot buffer from flood control fencing (7-0)
• Designated 11 properties as historic landmarks via separate ordinances (7-0)
• Approved $4,608,676 marketing contract with Visit Long Beach, Inc. (7-0)
• Continued local emergency proclamation regarding homelessness (7-0)
• Approved $2.3M for capital projects at Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center (7-0)
• Repealed Ordinance No. ORD-22-0022 regarding Healthcare Minimum Wage (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2026 MOU with International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (6-0)
• Authorized $60,000 incentive to transition Long Beach Airport to unleaded aviation fuel (6-0)

Board of Examiners, Appeals and Condemnations - Cancelled

The meeting of the Board of Examiners, Appeals and Condemnation for November 13, 2023, was cancelled. The original agenda included reviews of minutes and several substandard building cases.

• Substandard building case: 1640-46 E. 7th Street
• Substandard building case: 1730 Long Beach Blvd
• Substandard building case: 1740 Long Beach Blvd
• Substandard building case: 1543 Rose Avenue

• Substandard Building Case: 1640-46 E. 7TH STREET
  1640-46 E. 7TH STREET, LONG BEACH, CA
• Substandard Building Case: 1730 LONG BEACH BLVD
  1730 LONG BEACH BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA
• Substandard Building Case: 1740 LONG BEACH BLVD
  1740 LONG BEACH BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA
• Substandard Building Case: 1543 ROSE AVENUE
  1543 ROSE AVENUE, LONG BEACH, CA

Board of Health and Human Services - Cancelled

The Board of Health and Human Services meeting scheduled for November 10, 2023 was cancelled.

Marine Advisory Commission

The Marine Advisory Commission will review several items including employee recognition for Queens Way Bay and monthly manager updates. The commission is also considering recommendations regarding two memorial bench placements.

• Replacement of a memorial bench in Basin 4 of Alamitos Bay Marina
• Placement of a new memorial bench in Overlook Park
• Beach Maintenance, Queens Way Bay Employee Recognition presentation

The Marine Advisory Commission approved the placement of two memorial benches in District 3. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and received several departmental reports.

• Approved replacement of memorial bench for Casey Richard Clark in Basin 4 of Alamitos Bay Marina (8-0)
• Approved new memorial bench for Theresa, John and Corinne Revill in Overlook Park (8-0)
• Approved October 12, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-3)
• Approved receiving and filing Beach Maintenance, Queens Way Bay Employee Recognition presentation (8-0)
• Approved receiving and filing Manager's monthly oral updates (8-0)
• Approved receiving and filing Committee status reports (8-0)

Utilities Commission

The Commission is reviewing several recommendations for utility infrastructure repairs and service agreements. Items include construction contracts for groundwater treatment and water main bridge crossings, as well as a fleet vehicle purchase.

• Construction contract with Vicon Enterprise, Inc. for Groundwater Treatment Plant Valve Rehabilitation up to $2,065,000
• Agreement with Lee & Ro, Inc. for construction management services up to $496,989
• Construction contract with Capital Industrial Coatings, LLC for Water Main Bridge Crossings Repair of $1,000,500
• Purchase of 42 Ford F-350 trucks from National Auto Fleet Group not to exceed $2,340,000
• Adoption of a Service Priority Policy for lower-income developments per Senate Bill 1087

The Commission approved multiple contracts for groundwater and water main repairs, a fleet of 42 trucks, and cloud computing support. It also adopted a Service Priority Policy for lower-income developments.

• Approved $2,065,000 contract with Vicon Enterprise, Inc. for Groundwater Treatment Plant Valve Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved $496,989 agreement with Lee & Ro, Inc. for construction management and inspection (5-0)
• Approved $1,000,500 contract with Capital Industrial Coatings, LLC for Water Main Bridge Crossings Repair (5-0)
• Approved $190,070 agreement with Harper & Associates Engineering, Inc. for construction management (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 contract increase and term extension for Hewlett Packard Enterprise cloud support (5-0)
• Approved $2,340,000 contract with National Auto Fleet Group for 42 Ford F-350 trucks (5-0)
• Adopted Service Priority Policy for lower-income developments per Senate Bill 1087 (5-0)
• Approved October 26, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

• Groundwater Treatment Plant Valve Rehabilitation Project – Phase 1 (EO-3529) — approved
  $2.1M
• Groundwater Treatment Plant Filter Gallery Valve Rehabilitation Project – Phase 1 (EO-3529) construction management and — approved
  $496,989
• Water Main Bridge Crossings Repair Project FY 21-22 Project Sites No. 1 and No. 21 (MO-3775) — approved
  $1.0M
• Water Main Bridge Crossings Repair Project FY 21-22 Project Sites No. 1 and No. 21 construction management and inspectio — approved
  $190,070
• Amendment to Agreement WD-1460 with Hewlett Packard Enterprise for cloud computer equipment and support — approved
  $1.0M
• Contract with National Auto Fleet Group for 42 Ford F-350 trucks — approved
  $2.3M
• Service Priority Policy for lower-income developments (SB 1087) — approved

Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities

The Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities will review a presentation regarding the FY 24 Budget allocation from the Office of Equity. The commission will also receive monthly reports from three standing committees.

• Presentation on FY 24 Budget allocation to the Commission
• Monthly report from Accessibility, Transportation & Services committee
• Monthly report from Youth, Employment, Programs & Services committee
• Monthly report from Health and Housing committee
• Approval of October 12, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved previous meeting minutes and received monthly reports from three standing committees. A recommendation to review the FY 24 Budget allocation for the Commission was tabled, meaning it was postponed to the next meeting on December 14, 2023. No substantive policy decisions or funding approvals were made during this session.

• Approved October 12, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
• Tabled FY 24 Budget allocation recommendation to Dec 14 meeting (7-0)
• Received monthly report from Accessibility, Transportation & Services committee (7-0)
• Received monthly report from Youth, Employment, Programs & Services committee (7-0)
• Received monthly report from Health and Housing committee (7-0)

Advisory Commission on Aging

The Advisory Commission on Aging will review a presentation regarding homeless seniors and discuss actions to increase the commission's impact. The meeting also includes updates from the Recreation Superintendent and reports from standing committees.

• Presentation on Homeless Seniors by Jamie Wilson
• Discussion on increasing the impact of the Advisory Commission on Aging
• Update from Recreation Superintendent Heidi Mazas
• Reports from current standing committees
• Approval of October 11, 2023, meeting minutes

The Advisory Commission on Aging requested that standing committees provide recommendations for increasing senior visibility. The commission also delayed a presentation on homeless seniors and received updates from the Recreation Superintendent.

• Approved October 11, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0-1)
• Laid over presentation on Homeless Seniors to January 10, 2024 (8-1)
• Approved update from Recreation Superintendent Heidi Mazas (9-0)
• Approved request for standing committees to report recommendations for increasing senior visibility (9-0)
• Approved reports from current standing committees (9-0)

Transactions and Use Tax Citizens' Advisory Committee

The Transactions and Use Tax Citizens' Advisory Committee will review updates on Measure A infrastructure projects and fire department equipment usage. The committee will also receive a presentation from the Office of Ethics and Transparency.

• Presentation from the Office of Ethics and Transparency regarding the Ethics Program
• Confirmation of Measure A FY 24 plan conformity with previous resolutions
• Update on Long Beach Fire Department use of Measure A funding for Paramedic Rescue 12, Engines 8 and 17
• Update on Measure A infrastructure projects
• Approval of minutes from the August 23, 2023 meeting

The committee confirmed that the City Council's adopted Measure A FY 24 plan aligns with established spending priorities and ballot measure language. Members also received updates on the Ethics Program, Fire Department funding, and infrastructure projects.

• Confirmed Measure A FY 24 plan conforms with spending priorities (5-0)
• Approved August 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed Ethics Program presentation (5-0)
• Received and filed update on Measure A funding for Fire Department (5-0)
• Received and filed update on Measure A infrastructure projects (5-0)
• Approved discussion regarding future meeting dates and topics (5-0)

Ethics Commission

The Ethics Commission will review public input regarding proposed changes to the lobbyist ordinance. The body will also consider conducting a study session to evaluate applicants for a current commission vacancy.

• Discussion of public input on proposed lobbyist ordinance changes
• Potential study session to interview candidates for a Commission vacancy
• Review of reports from Ad Hoc Committees
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 11 and October 25, 2023
• Receipt of monthly update from the Ethics Officer

The Ethics Commission approved a list of seven candidates to move forward for interviews to fill a current vacancy. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and received reports regarding the lobbyist ordinance and monthly ethics updates.

• Approved candidates 7, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, and 18 for vacancy interviews (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 11 and October 25, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved recommendation to discuss public input on proposed lobbyist ordinance changes (6-0)
• Approved receiving and filing the Ethics Officer's monthly update (6-0)
• Approved receiving and filing reports from Ad Hoc Committees (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission approved several recruitment bulletins for city positions and processed various personnel recommendations. One item regarding a Street Landscaping Supervisor bulletin was withdrawn. All approved motions passed with a 3-0 vote.

• Approved examination results, retirements, disability retirements, resignations, and transfers (3-0)
• Approved permanent assignment to former classification for Samuel Ornelas (3-0)
• Approved October 25, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved bulletin for Airport Operations Assistant I-II (3-0)
• Approved bulletin for Senior Combination Building Inspector (3-0)
• Approved bulletin for Senior Electrical Inspector (3-0)
• Withdrew bulletin for Street Landscaping Supervisor I-II (3-0)
• Approved bulletins for Survey Technician and Water Treatment Operator I-IV (3-0)

Veterans Affairs Commission Meeting

The Veterans Affairs Commission will meet to review the minutes from the September 13, 2023 meeting. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding the 2023 Long Beach Veterans Day Celebration.

• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2023 Long Beach Veterans Day Celebration

The Commission approved the minutes from September 13, 2023, and discussed the layout and activities for the 2023 Long Beach Veterans Day Celebration. Planning details included vendor counts, entertainment, and a data collection survey for veterans and their families.

• Approved September 13, 2023 minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved recommendation to discuss 2023 Long Beach Veterans Day Celebration (5-0)

Golf Advisory Committee

The Golf Advisory Committee will review department updates and subcommittee reports. The committee is also scheduled to discuss Long Beach Municipal Code Section 8.68.066 regarding smoking at municipal golf courses.

• Discussion of smoking regulations at municipal golf courses
• Updates on El Dorado, Skylinks, Recreation Park 18, Recreation Park 9, and Heartwell
• Review of the 2024 Capital Projects List
• Presentation by Deputy City Attorney Anita Lakhani

The Golf Advisory Committee recommended that the City Council amend the municipal code to permit smoking in specific areas of municipal golf courses. The committee also filed the 2024 Capital Projects List and requested further reports on errant golf ball policies and netting at Recreation Park 18.

• Recommended amending Municipal Code Section 8.68.066 to allow smoking in designated areas at municipal golf courses (7-1)
• Approved 2024 Capital Projects List and requested reports on errant golf ball policies and netting at Recreation Park 18 hole four (8-0)
• Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Received and filed Brown Act presentation (8-0)
• Received and filed department updates (8-0)
• Received and filed American Golf updates on courses, CIP, and ambassador program (8-0)
• Received and filed subcommittee reports (8-0)
• Approved 2024 subcommittee assignments and meeting dates (8-0)

• Amend Long Beach Municipal Code Section 8.68.066 regarding smoking at municipal golf courses — approved
• 2024 Capital Projects List — approved

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing proposals for two major residential developments. These include a 141-unit building at 335 Pacific Avenue involving the relocation of a historic sign, and a 203-unit tower at 615 E. Ocean Boulevard.

• Appeal and site plan review for an eight-story, 141-unit residential building at 33 5 Pacific Avenue
• Relocation of the historic Dolly Varden Rooftop Sign as part of the 335 Pacific Avenue project
• Site plan review for a 21-story residential building with 203 units at 615 E. Ocean Boulevard
• Height exception request for 615 E. Ocean Boulevard to allow a height of 257.5 feet
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 19, 2023

The Commission approved the construction of a 141-unit building at 335 Pacific Avenue and a 203-unit building at 615 E. Ocean Boulevard. The 335 Pacific Avenue project includes the preservation and relocation of the historic Dolly Varden Rooftop Sign. The 615 E. Ocean Boulevard project includes a height exception for a 257.5-foot structure.

• Approved minutes from October 19, 2023 meeting (5-0)
• Approved appeal to relocate Historic Dolly Varden Rooftop Sign at 335 Pacific Avenue, adding a bronze interpretive sign (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan Review (SPR22-135) for 141-unit residential building at 335 Pacific Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Site Plan Review (SPR22-115) for 203-unit residential building at 615 E. Ocean Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved height exception to 257.5 feet for 615 E. Ocean Boulevard project (5-0)
• Approved EIR Addendum (EIRA-04-23) for 615 E. Ocean Boulevard project (5-0)

• Historic Dolly Varden Rooftop Sign relocation approval — approved
  335 Pacific Avenue
• Downtown hotel demolition and 141-unit residential building with parking — approved
  335 Pacific Avenue · 141 units (16 affordable)

Equity and Human Relations Commission

The Equity and Human Relations Commission will discuss best practices for Ad Hoc Committees and review current committee reports. Members will also discuss the impact of the Israel-Palestine war on Long Beach community relations.

• Discussion of Ad Hoc Committee membership, priorities, and deliverables
• Review of current Ad Hoc Committee reports and potential creation or dissolution of committees
• Discussion regarding the impact of the Israel-Palestine War on local human relations
• Monthly update from the Office of Equity

The Equity and Human Relations Commission approved the creation of several ad hoc committees to address community needs, including LGBTQ and BIPOC support and equity impact assessments. The Commission also formed a committee to draft a letter to the City Council regarding the Israel-Palestine War, recommending a ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and local efforts to combat hate and foster dialogue.

• Approved October 4, 2023, meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved ad hoc committee best practices (9-0)
• Created LGBTQ/BIPOC and equity impact ad hoc committees (10-0)
• Created ad hoc committee to draft ceasefire/humanitarian aid letter (10-0)
• Created ad hoc committee to draft letter on local de-escalation programs (10-0)
• Created ad hoc committee to draft letter condemning hate and violence (10-0)
• Received and filed Office of Equity monthly update (10-0)

Homeless Services Advisory Committee

The Homeless Services Advisory Committee will meet to receive and file several administrative updates. Items include a presentation on Safe Sleep Sites from Eugene, Oregon, and the Homeless Services Bureau Staff Report.

• Presentation on Safe Sleep Sites from the City of Eugene, Oregon
• Homeless Proclamation Update
• Homeless Services Bureau Staff Report
• Approval of October 4, 2023, meeting minutes
• Subcommittee updates

The committee approved several recommendations to receive and file updates on subcommittee activities, a presentation on safe sleep sites from Eugene, Oregon, and staff reports. No new policies were enacted, but the committee received updates on funding for seniors and re-entry programs.

• Approved October 4, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0-1)
• Approved receiving subcommittee updates on Mayor's Fund and Policy (8-0)
• Approved receiving presentation on Eugene, Oregon Safe Sleep Sites (8-0)
• Approved receiving presentation on the Brown Act (8-0)
• Approved receiving Homeless Proclamation Update (8-0)
• Approved receiving Homeless Services Bureau Staff Report (8-0)
• Approved receiving Chair and Vice Chair Report (8-0)

Public Safety Meeting

The committee will review the minutes from the July 25, 2023, meeting and receive an introduction of the Police Oversight Director. Members will also discuss the Ensuring Usable and Safe Public Spaces item regarding the 6-Month Update on the Emergency on Homelessness.

• Approval of July 25, 2023, meeting minutes
• Introduction of the Police Oversight Director
• Review of Ensuring Usable and Safe Public Spaces item

The Public Safety Committee approved a recommendation to develop policies addressing health, sanitation, and public safety concerns regarding encampments. The committee also agreed to discuss private property storage in public spaces and explore options for vehicle dwellings. Additionally, the committee received an introduction of the Police Oversight Director.

• Approved recommendation to develop encampment health, sanitation, and safety policies, discuss public space property storage, and explore vehicle dwelling options (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file the introduction of the Police Oversight Director (3-0)
• Approved minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Climate, Environment & Coastal Protection

The Climate, Environment, and Coastal Protection Committee will meet to approve minutes from the September 26, 2023 meeting. The committee will also receive and file reports regarding the Southeast Resource Recovery Facility (SERRF) and Algalita.

• Approval of September 26, 2023, meeting minutes
• Report on Southeast Resource Recovery Facility (SERRF)
• Report from Algalita

The Climate, Environment, and Coastal Protection Committee approved the minutes from the September 26 meeting. The committee also voted to receive and file reports regarding the Southeast Resource Recovery Facility (SERRF) and Algalita.

• Approved September 26, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Southeast Resource Recovery Facility (SERRF) report (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to receive and file Algalita report (3-0)

Economic Development Commission Revolving Loan Subcommittee

The Economic Development Commission Revolving Loan Subcommittee will review recommendations for two business loan applications. The subcommittee will also consider approving the minutes from the September 12, 2023, meeting.

• $75,000 revolving loan application for De Leon Auto Repair & Transmission at 1540 East Pacific Coast Highway
• $75,000 revolving loan application for Alcantara’s Auto Body at 1493 Cota Avenue
• Approval of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes

The Economic Development Commission Revolving Loan Subcommittee recommended the approval of two separate $75,000 loans for local auto businesses. One loan was approved as requested, while the other was approved contingent on the applicant providing third quarter financial statements.

• Approved minutes from September 12, 2023 meeting (2-0)
• Recommended $75,000 revolving loan for De Leon Auto Repair & Transmission (2-0)
• Recommended $75,000 revolving loan for Alcantara’s Auto Body, contingent on third quarter financial statements (2-0)

• Revolving loan application for De Leon Auto Repair & Transmission — approved
  1540 East Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90806 · $75,000
• Revolving loan application for Alcantara’s Auto Body — approved
  1493 Cota Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813 · $75,000

Utilities Commission

The Long Beach Utilities Commission will meet to discuss updates to gas-related fees and charges. The agenda also includes reviewing contract renewals for Geiger and Safeguard Business Systems and a proposed Project Labor Agreement.

• Updates to rules, regulations, and charges for gas-related fees
• Contract renewal with Geiger for a new total not to exceed $150,000
• Contract renewal with Safeguard Business Systems not to exceed $60,000
• Project Labor Agreement for projects over $1,000,000 in public right-of-way
• Development of a long-term occupational safety program

The Commission approved a Project Labor Agreement for covered projects through May 5, 2031, and authorized updates to gas-related fees and charges. The board also approved contract renewals for Geiger and Safeguard Business Systems and elected new officers.

• Elected Naiomi Rainey as President, Gina Maguire as Vice President, and Kevin Scott as Secretary (Unanimous)
• Approved October 12, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Transfer of Funds for October 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved additions to gas-related fees, charges, rules, and regulations (5-0)
• Approved contract renewals for Geiger (up to $150,000 total) and Safeguard Business Systems (up to $60,000) (5-0)
• Authorized development of a long-term occupational safety program meeting Cal/OSHA standards (5-0)
• Approved Project Labor Agreement for projects over $1M in public right-of-way and $750k outside (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution UT-1498 setting regularly-scheduled meeting times and places (5-0)

• Contract amendment for Geiger — approved
  $150,000
• Project Labor Agreement (PLA) with Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council — approved

Belmont Shore Parking and Business Improvement Area Advisory Commission - Special Meeting - Cancelled

The special meeting scheduled for October 26, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No items were discussed or decided.

• Cancellation of meeting due to lack of quorum

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is considering a recommendation to adopt a resolution requesting a Primary Municipal Election for March 5, 2024. This election would include a vote on an ordinance regarding minimum wage increases and compensation standards for qualifying hotel workers in Long Beach.

• Resolution to request a consolidated Primary Municipal Election on March 5, 2024
• Proposed ordinance vote regarding minimum wage increases for qualifying hotel workers
• Clarification of 'wages' and 'service charges' for hotel workers

The City Council adopted a resolution to hold a Primary Municipal Election on March 5, 2024. The election will include a proposed ordinance regarding the minimum wage and compensation standards for qualifying hotel workers in Long Beach.

• Adopted Resolution RES-23-0169 to call for a March 5, 2024 election on hotel worker minimum wage (5-1)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider several recommendations regarding city employment, including new job bulletins for various specialist roles. The meeting also includes items to approve examination results, retirements, and reinstatements to police recruit lists.

• Approval of job bulletins for Airport Operations Specialist, Visual Arts Specialist, Hazardous Materials Specialist, Communications Center Supervisor, and Construction Inspector
• Proposed title changes and classification revisions for Marine Safety Sergeant – Boat Operator and Marine Safety Captain
• Recommendation to reappoint Police Officer Noah Pimentel
• Reinstatement of Nicholas Lopez and Diana Tellez to the Police Recruit Eligible List
• Election for the position of Vice Chair of the Civil Service Commission

The Commission appointed Commissioner Gordon-Peterson as Vice Chair and disbanded the Recruitment and Selection Committee. The board approved multiple job bulletins for various specialist and supervisor roles and processed several personnel actions including retirements and reinstatements.

• Appointed Commissioner Gordon-Peterson as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Disbanded the Recruitment and Selection Committee (4-0)
• Approved job bulletins for Airport Operations, Visual Arts, Hazardous Materials, Communications Center Supervisor, and Construction Inspector (4-0 each)
• Denied appeal request for Park Maintenance Supervisor exam results (4-0)
• Approved reappointment of Police Officer Noah Pimentel (4-0)
• Approved reinstatement of Nicholas Lopez and Diana Tellez to Police Recruit Eligible List (4-0 each)
• Approved title changes for Marine Safety Sergeant – Boat Operator and Marine Safety Captain (4-0 each)
• Approved extension of Expiring Eligible lists for 6 months (4-0)

Ethics Commission - Special Meeting

The Ethics Commission will meet to receive and file public input regarding proposed changes to the City's lobbyist ordinance. The Commission may also provide feedback to the Ad Hoc Committee regarding next steps for a recommendation to the City Council.

• Review of public input regarding proposed changes to the City’s lobbyist ordinance (Item 23-24674)

The Long Beach Ethics Commission voted 6-0 to receive and file public input regarding proposed changes to the city's lobbyist ordinance. The Commission also agreed to provide feedback to an Ad Hoc Committee on next steps for a recommendation to the City Council. Several members of the public spoke during the meeting, but no further substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved recommendation to receive and file public input on lobbyist ordinance changes (6-0)
• Agreed to provide feedback to Ad Hoc Committee on next steps for City Council recommendation

City Council - Revised

The City Council is considering a resolution to include a hotel worker minimum wage ordinance on the March 5, 2024, ballot. The meeting also includes discussions on continuing the local emergency proclamation regarding homelessness and approving various city contracts and land use items.

• Proposed ordinance to increase minimum wage for hotel workers
• Contract with i3 Milestone, LLC for $1,749,963 for a Customer Self Service Web Platform
• Contract with California State Sheriffs’ Association up to $10,000 annually for racial profiling software
• Approval of final map for 36 condominium units at 200 East 14th Street
• $195,500 appropriation for the Atlantic Avenue Corridor Study

The City Council approved a resolution to place an ordinance regarding hotel worker minimum wage increases on the March 5, 2024, ballot. The council also continued the local emergency proclamation for homelessness and designated several properties as historic landmarks.

• Approved hotel worker minimum wage ordinance for March 5, 2024 election (7-1)
• Continued local emergency proclamation for homelessness (8-0)
• Approved 2023-2026 MOU with Long Beach City Attorneys Association (8-0)
• Awarded $1.7M software contract to i3 Milestone, LLC (8-0)
• Designated 11 properties as historic landmarks (8-0)
• Approved $195,500 for Atlantic Avenue Corridor Study via Metro grants (8-0)
• Approved $18,000 contract with CA State Sheriffs’ Association for profiling app (8-0)
• Approved consolidated municipal elections for March and November 2024 (8-0)

City Council Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Long Beach City Council scheduled a special closed session meeting for October 24, 2023. The session is dedicated to labor negotiations between the city and various employee organizations.

• Labor negotiations with unrepresented and represented employees
• Negotiations involving Long Beach Association of Engineering Employees
• Negotiations involving SEIU Local 721
• Negotiations involving International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 47

The Long Beach Community Investment Company - Special Meeting

The Long Beach Community Investment Company will review awarded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Neighborhood Grant Projects. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a funding application for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing.

• Approval of September 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Presentation of awarded CDBG Neighborhood Grant Projects
• Public hearing for HUD Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing funding application

The Long Beach Community Investment Company Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and received a presentation on awarded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Neighborhood Grant Projects. The Commission also voted to conduct a public hearing to gather comments on a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding application for removing obstacles to housing. All three recommendations passed with unanimous votes from the six commissioners present.

• Approved September 20, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Received and filed CDBG Neighborhood Grant Projects presentation (6-0)
• Approved public hearing for HUD Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing funding (6-0)

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing funding application — approved