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First meeting of the new year. Uh, we wish you the very best.

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we, we hope, uh, uh, you didn't get too sick during the holiday. I know it

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was a whole lot going around, but you showed up and you're here. There must be some good things

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on the agenda tonight. Uh, we're gonna go ahead and call the meeting to order.

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roll call please. Councilwoman sinha.

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councilwoman allen. Present. Council member duggan.

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here. Councilman ana. Here. Councilwoman kerr. Present councilwoman

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sorrow. Present vice mayor uranga. What is present name? Councilman

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thrash ook? Here. Council member rick oti. Here. Mayor

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richardson. I am here. We have a quorum. Alright, so council member allen

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is joining us remotely. Uh, council members in dejas is under the weather.

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uh, and we are gonna start with the pledge of allegiance led by council member ricks oti.

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uh, thank you mayor. Um, well here we go. Well, I was also gonna do a

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moment of silence, but we can stand up too for that too. Um, the only thing I was

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gonna say is, uh, we have a lot going on in our world, both nationally, locally,

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nationally, internationally. And a lot of times, I think when we start the new year, we

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think about those things that we left behind in 2025 and those things that are to come in 2026.

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and so, I, um, invite you to take a moment of silence

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to consider those things that did not serve you last year, that won't allow you to

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be the person that you need to be in 2026 to show up for your family, for your community,

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um, and for yourself. Um, and so contemplate those things during that moment

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of silence. And then we will join together and do the pledge of allegiance.

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join me in standing if you are able to do the pledge of allegiance.

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hand over your heart. I pledge allegiance to the flag

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of the united states of america and to the republic for allegiance

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stands, one nation under god, indivisible,

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with a justice.

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alright, thank you. Council member ricks oti. Alright, so we have no

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presentations. Uh, tonight we'll have our consent calendar. We'll report

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out from closed session. We'll handle, um, uh, our first

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few items. Then we'll do, uh, public comment, and then our hearing. So

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let's start with, uh, consent calendar items one through

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10 and 12 through 30. We're gonna withdraw. We're gonna pull items 12

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and 13 to handle separately. So do we have a motion? Let's,

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we need, uh, we need voice motions tonight, right?

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all yes. If we can get a verbal, verbal motion. So, I see vice mayor yanga

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and council member thresh took, uh, it's been moved and seconded.

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any public comment on consent? I can't say

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no public comment on consent. All right. So we're gonna go to roll call, vote

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please. District one, district two.

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I'm sorry. Councilwoman

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allen. District three.

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aye. District four. Aye. District five. Aye. District six.

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aye. District seven. Aye. District eight. Aye. District nine,

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district nine. Aye. Motion is carried. Alright,

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good. Thank you. Now we're gonna go to item 12. Uh, we list read

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the item, then I'm gonna recuse myself report from economic development

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recommendation to execute all documents necessary for an amended and restated

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lease between the city of long beach and the long beach museum of art foundation,

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a california nonprofit corporation to extend and modify certain terms

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of the lease and authorize to execute all documents necessary for

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an amended and restated agreement to manage art collection between the city of long

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beach and the long beach museum of our foundation. A california nonprofit corporation

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extended and modified certain terms of the management agreement citywide. Alright, I have

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a recusal on this item related to the long beach museum of art. Uh,

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re, regarding the levi act, I need to need to recuse myself in this item.

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I previously accepted contribution from an individual ron nelson associ

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associated with the long beach museum of art foundation, which is a party to

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the subject agreement in item 12. I'm gonna hand it over to vice mayor uranga.

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thank you. Right, mayor, um, make that report

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for closed session. Oh, wait a minute. Wait. We have to

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item, we have to consider the items. If we can get a mover and a

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seconder for the item. A verbal mover and a seconder. Second.

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seconded by kerr. Motion by

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council district eight. Thank you. Okay. Any point,

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comment. There is no public comment on this item. Aye. Let

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go do a roll call. Vote. District two.

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aye. District three aye. District four. Aye. District five.

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is carried. Okay. Now we'll take a look at the, uh, poll

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items. Item 13, report

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from economic development and opportunity and health and human services.

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recommendation to execute all documents necessary for a new lease with

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a day's, I'm not sure how to say this last

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name. Doing business as first

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response, healthcare for the establishment of a medical clinic in the ronald rres

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health equity center in city owned houghton park. District nine.

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thank you. We're gonna go to council member ricks oti for comment.

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oh oh. Do we need a motion? And a second out? First

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move motion by council member ricks oti. Second by council member thrash. And took. Thank you.

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um, I think you want staff report? Yeah. Uh, while I'll make, well yeah, make

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your comments. Introduce, I'll make my comments. This is a good item. I, uh, this, it's a great item. So I just wanted to,

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I I wanted to highlight this up. 'cause this item advances our shared commitment to health equity

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and access to care in north long beach by activating the existing city owned space at howton

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park for expanding medical services. Um, the ron, ras health equity center, health

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equity center, for those of you don't know, uh, was created to serve communities that are historically

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underserved. And this lease directly supports that mission. Uh, this lease allows a medical

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clinic to operate five days a week, significantly expanding the services beyond

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the limited one week use that previously existed at that time when federal, at

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a time when federal funding cuts have reduced our sti and hiv prevention and treatment

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resources. This partnership helps restore critical services locally res

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be able to access care in a trusted, familiar, neighborhood based setting, reducing

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barriers related to transportation cost and system navigation. Um,

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utilities are included, the leases of fair market value. And over the initial three terms,

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the really the city anticipates. Um, you know, I'll,

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I'll say this, this represents a cost effective use of city owned space that would otherwise be

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underutilized. Uh, this item reflects smart mission, aligned use of city assets

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to meet real community needs. And legitimately, um, we had

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an underutilized space at the rres health equity center. We have been trying to find

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a really high quality vendor, um, that could produce the services, um,

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that our community needs. Um, and so I am happy to see that we have

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found such a vendor. Um, and I wanna thank our city staff for working

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diligently, uh, to do so. Um, and bringing someone on, um, that will support

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our community. And so I will turn it over to our wonderful city staff, uh, to share

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their perspective. Good evening. Uh,

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I believe that dr. Des is indeed in the audience. We'd just simply like to have

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her stand. Um, if she is here, we were told that she is.

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um, there she is. Okay. Um, so she will be providing,

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um, many general services to the community in a space that has not been

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activated as a clinic for some time. And so we, um,

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graciously welcome her into that space to serve this underserved community

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and look forward to her operationalizing within the next

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90 to 120 days. Wonderful.

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so, uh, wonderful. Thank you so much staff. Um, and thank you and welcome to

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long beach and district nine. Uh, council member

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thra. No comment. Thank you. Alright. Uh, congratulations to,

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to the ninth district. Um, this center, the ron

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arias health equity center was our first health equity center we've ever developed in

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the city. It was taken underutilized space at some one point. It was a childcare center,

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and now it offers a number of services. A clinic was designed to go

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in there, but we used to run it ourselves. And based on impacts from,

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uh, the, the current presidential administration, we got cuts.

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huge opportunities. So we're so glad that the councilwoman has stepped up to really find,

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uh, an opportunity here to bring in healthcare in an

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actual clinic. So, good job to keep, uh, this health equity center

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open and these services available to the community. And good job, to our health, health department

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and, and to the good doctor. It's nice to meet you. Welcome to the long beach community. All right. That

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said, uh, let's, any, we already did public comment. Let's do a roll call. Vote please.

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district two aye. District three

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aye. District four. Aye. District five. Aye. District six.

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aye. District seven. Aye. District eight. Aye. District nine.

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aye. Motion is carried. Alright. Report out from closed session please.

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thank you, maura. Mayor, we have no report from closed session. The best kind of report.

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alright, now we're gonna go to, um, uh, hearing item 31,

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report from economic development and opportunity recommendation to receive supporting

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documentation into the record. Conclude the public hearing and adopt a resolution. Continuing

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the bixby knolls parking and business improvement area assessment. Levy districts

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five and eight. Alright, we're gonna go to staff for the staff report

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if we can get a verbal motion and a second move. All right. Move. Five. Second

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okay. Um, tonight we have julian nita, business development bureau manager and

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bo martinez, economic development and opportunity

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team. Good evening, honorable mayor and members of the city council.

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the bixby knows parking and business improvement area, also known as the business improvement

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district was established by the city council in 1989. And this allows for the

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levy of an annual assessment to be paid by the businesses located in that district.

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the city contracts with the bisby knows business improvement association to manage the business improvement

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district, as well as the association's board of directors, um, which serves

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as the advisory board to the city council on matters related to the district

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state law governing this district requires that an annual report be approved by the city council.

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the annual report describes its boundaries, propose activities, and budgetary information,

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as well as the method and basis for the continuation of the assessment. Daniel

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report also proposes, um, does not propose any district boundary

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changes, uh, method of assessment and no significant change to the proposed activities

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as well. State law finally requires that a republic hearing be held in a proposed program

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and assessment at it. December 9th, 2025, meeting the city council approved the

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resolution, granting approval of the annual report to current the intention of the city council to vy

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the assessment and set. Today as the date of public hearing, city council shall hear

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and consider all protests from members of the bbu of parking and business improvement area

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against the assessment programs or boundaries of the area as proposed in the annual

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report. This concludes my, uh, the staff report. Thank you very much.

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alright, thank you. This is the hearing. So we'll go straight to public comment. Is there any public comment here?

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there's hearing

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I have no public comment. Public comment on the hearing. On the hearing, yeah. We'll call for general

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club to comment in a bit. There's no public comment on the hearing. Thank you. We'll go to, uh, back to the

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daas council member kerr. Yes. Um, thank you team for your continued

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engagement and support of our business improvement districts. Um, especially this one in bixby

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knowles. I wanna thank blair cohen, the executive director and his administrative team,

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as well as the board and president crystal rogers for their continued support of small businesses

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in the bixby knowles area. We look forward to another robust year filled with great events,

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um, and business development. So thank you so much. And first fridays.

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absolutely. Absolutely. Thank you a lot for my, my, uh, congratulations.

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this is an outstanding bid. Uh, blair and the team and crystal, they do

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an incredible job for our city and, and they're leaders amongst leaders. So we want to

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con continue to support you in the work that you do. Uh, that said,

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roll call, vote please. Council, district two. Council member

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th took I didn't see you here. Go for it. No, you're good. She's good. See? Okay.

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all right. All right. Uh, roll call. Vote please. District two

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aye. District three aye. District four. Aye.

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district five. Aye. District six. Aye. District seven, aye.

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district eight, aye. District nine. Aye. Motion is carried.

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alright. Uh, motion is carried. We'll now go to item 34,

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report from economic development and opportunity recommendation to increase appropriations

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in the tidelands area fund group and the economic development and opportunity department

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by 7,314,000 to fund higher site improvement,

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pre-opening services and furniture fixtures and equipment

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costs for the development of the long beach amphitheater. Offset by the venue's

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future net operating profit district one. Alright, thank

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you. So this is, uh, an important item. Uh, the next few items

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all, uh, are related to our strategy around grow long beach, growing our economy,

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generating new, uh, exciting forms of revenue for our city,

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and an economy that represents who we are. The culturally dynamic

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community of long beach. Two years ago, uh, we proposed an amphitheater.

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it was just an idea. Uh, and today we're taking real steps

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toward opening a world class venue to help support arts and bring revenue to

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our city. Uh, we're very proud of this. Uh, as plans came together

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and, uh, we began to develop interests from artists and performers

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and partners and sponsors, as that interest grew, it became

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clear that we need to invest in a higher quality amphitheater.

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uh, and that was the right move for our city. And so this approved, this approach

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strengthens our long-term success of the venue, while creating economic benefits

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for long beach, uh, including more folks shopping in our restaurants,

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in our hotels, and, and staying in our, uh, in our city. Uh,

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now we're looking ahead to a soft opening this spring and a full grand opening this summer.

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more details to come, uh, next week at our state of the city address. We have a presentation,

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uh, from staff to really dive into what this presentation, what this

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proposal is today. So we'll hand it over to mr. Moca. Thank you very much, mayor. And, uh, the

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attorney is letting us know we need a motion in a second before we proceed. Motion and

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second verbal. I see nine and

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eight. Thank you. Great. All right. Well, thank you, mr. Mayor. I think you summed

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that up. I was gonna make some very similar points. So, um, this project has come together very, very

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quickly. Uh, this has been, uh, part of our, uh, strategy to increase revenue

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for the city without going to taxpayers. So, uh, city services need to be paid

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for, uh, by, by revenue. And so this is a way, uh, to actually bring people

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into the city, have an amazing experience, grow our brand, uh, and also,

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uh, um, help the city's, uh, titles and general fund budget at the same time.

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and, uh, we're prepared to go pretty deep into this tonight to get you comfortable with the numbers and

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go through what has changed in the past year. Uh, but, uh, bottom line, we found that

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with additional investment into this project, we can actually generate additional revenue,

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uh, and that way we can maximize the economic impact of this new asset.

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and so the project you see tonight pays for itself. It does not have, you know, a subsidy.

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it actually not only pays for itself and pays back the capital, it will generate

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a surplus to help support the tidelands. And then in addition to everything that you hear tonight, all

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the numbers, uh, there will also be additional economic activity for people that go to our

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restaurants and park in our parking lots, uh, and come, uh, and stay in our hotels

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as they experience, uh, the, the amphitheater and all of that would be additional.

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uh, and that would be, you know, helping to support citywide services, uh, throughout the entire

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city. And so we take this very, very seriously. Uh, we've also looked at, um, sponsorship

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and marketing revenues. And you'll see tonight, uh, that with a better facility, we

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get additional interest in that, which helps pay, uh, for the facility. And right now,

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um, just, uh, conservatively about half of the facility will be paid for outta those

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revenues, which we'll talk about tonight. So we did wanna, uh, really dive into this,

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uh, and I will turn it over to bo to, um, talk a little bit about the overview and then to

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the team to get into the details. Thank

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you. City manager moca, uh, mayor, city council, beau martinez, director of

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economic development. This game changing project is more than a

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construction project. When we think about the amphitheater, it is an investment

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in long beach's economic future, and the vibrancy of our downtown, our

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waterfront, and city as a whole. The amphitheater is intentionally

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designed to activate and support the queen mary district building on the activation

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and investment that's already underway in this area. It

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also directly advances one of our fastest growing, grow long beach

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targeted industry sectors, tourism, hospitality,

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music, entertainment, and sports. Has

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with major projects across the region, state, and the nation. The

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updated costs reflect current labor and construction marketing conditions,

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enhanced site requirements, furniture, fixtures, and equipment,

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and other refinements to ensure that the venue is safe, competitive,

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and is financially stable for many years to come.

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this venue also creates an opportunity to create more visitors,

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generate new revenue streams that flows back to the city that helps support the high quality

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community services and amenities that our residents, businesses

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and visitors continue to enjoy. Downtown long beach and

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our city thrives when people culture and activity come

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together. The amphitheater will serve as a catalyst for small

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businesses, jobs, creation, tourism, while

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positioning, our city has a premier and competitive

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destination for live music, entertainment, and placemaking

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for many years to come. The long

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beach amphitheater is a transformative city led project, designed in partnership,

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one with one of the nation's premier entertainment venue

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operators, legends global. As mentioned, this intriguing venue is

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uniquely situated location on the waterfront adjacent to the queen mary

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overlooking our vibrant downtown queensway bay.

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and it's designed to support concerts, music festivals, and many

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community events. This project is,

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is an integral component of the grow long beach initiative. And

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out of this initiative came rise revenue innovation

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and strategic enhancements with the goal, investing in new revenue generating

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opportunities, leveraging city owned assets strategically,

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and building on all the activations and events that are happening in downtown

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along our waterfront and throughout the city. And with that, I'm gonna,

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um, have johnny of vallejo, deputy director for economic development and opportunity to,

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uh, move forward on the rest of the presentation.

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thank you, bo. Good evening, mayor and council. As you likely recall, in april

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this past year, the council approved appropriation for the amphitheater project and

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selected legends global to manage and operate the venue. The original, uh,

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originally improved $14 million. Project development budget included approximately

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$4 million for parking, transit and ride share improvements that benefited

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the broader campus supporting queen mary carnival and other onsite operations,

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and would've been re required regardless of the amphitheater project,

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the project has seen considerable progress in a relatively short time since the

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april preparation and operator selection. The council approved the purchase of major

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components of the venue over the summer and before year end. The project,

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uh, received both planning commission and harbor commission approvals in mid-november.

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the operator also began to announce shows at the venue.

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here we see a recently developed rendering showcasing the venue's expansive queen

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berry and long beach skyline views.

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in addition to the aforementioned venue development progress, the legends global team is moving

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quickly towards a summer kickoff. Legends global has assembled their core leadership

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team, having hired the venue's, general manager, director of booking, marketing

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manager, and finance manager. Additionally, legends global has tapped into their

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vast network of expertise to support marketing, sponsorships, and business

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development. The long beach amphitheater team has launched a venue website and social

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media channels, and its continuing outreach to promoters and talent managers, sponsorship

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and naming rights partners and future concert goers.

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two concerts have already been announced and legends global has developed a strong pipeline

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for concerts, events, and partnerships yet to be announced.

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while a good amount of progress has been made, there's also been considerable change in both

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the development and operating markets that have impacted the project and require

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cost increases. Factors impacting the overall project costs include

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the following, the refinement of site plans and designs identified operational

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needs not previously contemplated. There have been increases to construction and

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labor costs, exacerbated by wildfire related reconstruction and shortages

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in the labor trades market. There have been tariff related material price

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increases, construction materials and ff and e components were significantly

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impacted by these cost increases. We've added sustainability features and

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improved public transit integration at an added cost. And finally, the market

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demand to accommodate a more premium venue has necessitated enhanced

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guest and artist facing amenities.

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to complete this important project and address the aforementioned cost impacts city staff

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estimates, estimates an additional appropriation of $7.3 million

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is required. This additional use of funding is generally broken down as follows,

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$2.2 million for increase construction costs, 4.3 million

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for expanded and upgraded ff and e to elevate the venue experience for guests

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and performers. $400,000 for an extended pre-opening

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period as the opening date was pushed slightly from spring to summer of this year

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and $414,000 for contingency,

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the additional funding would come from titleless fund, which has sufficient idle cash now

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to allow the city to pay for the estimated $21.3 million project cost.

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net operating profit will be used to pay back the titles fund with payments anticipated to

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be made annually, somewhere between 2.4 and $3 million per year.

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the estimated payback period is approximately eight years.

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bless you. Legends global has submitted an updated five year pro forma

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to reflect the shorter initial opening year. A more accurate assessment of available concert

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dates and potential labor impacts accounting for local and regional wage drivers.

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while the cost of operations increased significantly, the diligence of the legends global team

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and strong market demand have allowed the venue to remain well positioned into

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the future. Significant anticipated increases in gross revenue will help

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offset the increasing operating costs. This anticipated

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increase in revenue growth, though is contingent on the venue meeting the expectations of guests,

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promoters, and artists. These expectations include elevated food and

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beverage offerings, premium vip experiences, and competitive and

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appropriate artists and promoter accommodations.

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these elevated offerings, including upgraded furniture, fixture and equipment, and

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expanded vip experiences are essential to driving higher revenue from premium

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seating and sponsorships. So even though the current market and

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economic pressures had driven up costs, a higher quality venue is expected to

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sustain or even grow market demand and revenue to offset these costs.

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capturing this revenue potential requires the additional upfront investment to deliver

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an elevated guest promoter and artists experience.

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to be clear that while a portion of this appropriation request is to address development cost

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increases, a significant portion is to improve the design and deliver a better

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final product. The feedback received from promoters, artists and potential guests

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was overwhelming excitement for the unique waterfront location and its proximity

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to la and orange counties. But it was also made clear that the experience needs to meet

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the standards set by peer venues. The amp team believes

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the additionally funded fff and e improvements such as improved premium seating and vip

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seats and stage screens shown here will ensure the venue meets that

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standard. The vip lounge also

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seen here will not only meet the expectations of premium guests, but it's uniquely

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situated to retain stage views from the area. Additionally, improved food

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and beverage facilities throughout the amphitheater will allow the venue to provide more premium

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offerings, including freshly prepared foods and cocktails not originally

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contemplated. In the more temp feel of the original design

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staff utilized a relatively conservative 3.2% annual growth

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escalator per year six through 10 to prepare a 10 year projection,

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which estimates a 10 year profit for the venue of $28.7 million.

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after development cost recovery, the estimated 10 year net profit for the venue

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is estimated $7.4 million. I'd like to emphasize,

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as mentioned previously here, this does not include additional financial and

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economic benefits, which are anticipated to be significant. The amphitheater

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is expected to increase visitor traffic and spending in downtown and businesses across the

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city. Guests are anticipated to further strengthen the local long beach

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hospitality industry growing both sales tax and tot.

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and the project will result in numerous new temporary and permanent jobs,

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is the intention of the department to conduct a comprehensive economic impact report,

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uh, upon completion of the third year of operations to document these broader economic impacts.

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next step for the amphitheater project include the following major site work to begin

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this month, followed by seating stage and ff and e installation in

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late february, early march. City and legends global will host

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a groundbreaking ceremony this month and release promotional media legend

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global will continue planning and hiring for venue operations. And anticipation

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is building for a naming sponsor, which will occur before venue opening. And I note

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here that demand had been significantly higher than originally contemplated.

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and finally, the venue will begin planning to host soft opening events in anticipation

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of the summer 2026 grand opening.

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with that, the city team and operator are excited and confident this project will be an

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integral part of the growth and reposition of the long beach waterfront as a premier entertainment

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destination and amenity residents can be proud of. Additionally, the venue

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is expected to become a revenue generator and economic driver

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with that. And we respectfully request your consideration and we'll continue to work diligently on

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this important project. Thank you. This concludes our staff report.

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alright, well thank you so much for that presentation. Uh, I think,

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um, uh, it's certainly come a long way from,

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um, color pencil drawings, uh, to,

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uh, what we see today. Uh, we're excited to finally break, break

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ground on this, but we also wanna remind folks we gotta do things differently.

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our revenue is changing in our city. Our city is no longer iowa by the

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sea. We don't have oil revenue coming in into tidelands the way we used to.

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we have to be more entrepreneurial as a city. This is one low hanging

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fruit, uh, revenue opportunity that's also fun. And it supports our

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small businesses, our restaurants, our retailers who

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their bottom line hasn't been, uh, what it used to be prior to the pandemic. So we have

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to take some shots and some opportunities. Others are betting on long beach already with

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the olympics and everyone else already betting on long beach. I think it's time that we bet on ourselves

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and create the opportunities, uh, to generate revenue in our city. Uh,

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I'll also say what's responsible about this. We're being very conservative in this pro forma.

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uh, they showed a total cost of, uh, $21 million to build

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this venue. Um, 4 million was already committed to the, you know, emergency

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improvements in the parking lot would've been done anyway. So really it's $17 million,

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but there was a slide there that showed 11 million in private sponsorships

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and private, um, um, uh, right naming rights and other opportunities

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already, uh, secured. So you're talking about 17 million minus

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11, you're talking about 6 million outlay. And if you see,

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uh, what the capital net projections are, three to 4 million bucks each year

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in the first few years, that's a smart and responsible play without issuing

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any debt to make it happen. And so we haven't had an opportunity like this in a long time.

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uh, I support, uh, this, uh, decision moving forward, uh, because

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we need to invest in a high quality venue. We're in the hottest entertainment market

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anywhere in america here in southern california, and we're competing with inglewood.

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we're competing with downtown la uh, the hollywood bowl. And we need

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to get our share. I think strategically the size of venue that we're building at 10 to 12,000

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participants is the right size. You're not competing with the super big

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venues. We're in a space where we can really operate a lane between

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orange county, la county that books successful shows that can sell

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out. And so this is, this is, uh, you've done some incredible work and we

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look forward to taking the next steps. Uh, we're gonna go to council member ricks odi then council

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member th took, uh, thank you mayor. And I think your, um, framing comments

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were, uh, spot on. Um, and so I'll just, um, add that I know a lot of work

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has gone into this project and that will continue into the future. And so thank you to the

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economic development team and the work that you've done. Um, I really appreciate the seed's commitments to the project

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as we seek to not only continue to make the city of long beach, uh, landmark and a destination,

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but also to diversify our revenue streams. And that's what the rise initiative is really about.

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I also appreciate the way we as the city are committed to transparency and run our costs and

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the unanticipated challenges that come with any new initiative. I'm looking forward to

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opening day, welcoming new visitors to long beach and securing the best artists.

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um, and lastly, um, I wanted to highlight the fact that you had the focus on economic

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outcomes. Conducting the economic impact study after the third year, I think really allows

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us to truly assess its impact, do any kind of course corrections improvements, uh, to

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continue to make, uh, this initiative, um, as successful as it possibly can be. So

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again, thank you so much for the continued work that you are doing, and I, um,

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00:31:53,745 --> 00:31:57,445
may we rise together? Mm-hmm . Great point. I'll also notice,

435
00:31:58,505 --> 00:32:01,925
uh, I'll also state, which I think is important, is that,

436
00:32:02,785 --> 00:32:06,585
uh, this project is gonna benefit local jobs as well. So

437
00:32:06,805 --> 00:32:10,795
both the construction and the operation are, uh, quality

438
00:32:11,495 --> 00:32:15,405
union jobs that are gonna be able to support our local families, uh, council member ths and

439
00:32:15,525 --> 00:32:19,025
took. All right, thank you for that, mayor. And yes, this is

440
00:32:19,645 --> 00:32:23,645
exciting. I'm looking at the photos and I'm excited about the clarity that we're seeing in them

441
00:32:23,865 --> 00:32:27,645
now, and really pleased that the city is focused on testing some of those

442
00:32:28,045 --> 00:32:31,865
economic assumptions, uh, that we started with, with this project. So we

443
00:32:32,085 --> 00:32:36,085
have come a long way in the last six months, um, as, but as stewards

444
00:32:36,485 --> 00:32:40,485
of public funds, I just wanna make sure we fully understand how we are gonna be

445
00:32:40,605 --> 00:32:44,075
using these additional dollars, um, to ensure the long-term success

446
00:32:44,665 --> 00:32:48,365
of this facility. Its competitiveness and all the things that we described

447
00:32:48,885 --> 00:32:52,685
as the public value for this venue. So you've already mentioned

448
00:32:53,185 --> 00:32:56,445
as we march towards construction, uh, the world has changed.

449
00:32:57,385 --> 00:33:00,485
uh, we've got labor costs that are rising tariff related matters,

450
00:33:01,465 --> 00:33:05,365
um, and really because of the fires and other, uh, activities in the market,

451
00:33:05,635 --> 00:33:09,605
just construction, um, has really changed in our market. But I think

452
00:33:09,725 --> 00:33:13,545
that number of the items that you have in mind, um, are really smart. And

453
00:33:14,325 --> 00:33:18,285
I know that I certainly try and take the time to go around our, uh, our region

454
00:33:18,825 --> 00:33:22,505
to make sure that I get a sense of what entertainment venues are like. Um,

455
00:33:22,945 --> 00:33:26,115
and very pleased at some of the, uh, areas where you wanna make investments.

456
00:33:27,265 --> 00:33:30,325
so let's talk about, uh, one area associated with sustainability.

457
00:33:31,745 --> 00:33:35,545
um, in particular, we wanna have multimodal opportunities to

458
00:33:35,765 --> 00:33:39,165
be able to get to this site. And some of your, uh, improvements

459
00:33:39,945 --> 00:33:43,925
relate to transport, transit access, pedestrian circulation, and first

460
00:33:44,185 --> 00:33:48,025
and last mile connectivity. Can you just share a little bit about how, uh,

461
00:33:48,265 --> 00:33:51,445
the, this investment, uh, additional investment can help us make that happen?

462
00:33:55,055 --> 00:33:59,035
uh, council member th took. So we are, you know, really focusing on

463
00:33:59,295 --> 00:34:03,115
how we not only look at transportation mobility, but most importantly, how do we move

464
00:34:03,315 --> 00:34:07,315
people? And it's a true partnership. It's gonna be rideshare, it's gonna be using

465
00:34:07,615 --> 00:34:11,455
our water taxis, it's gonna be partnering up with long beach transit to

466
00:34:11,675 --> 00:34:15,555
bring people to and from the venue via buses, and also working with legends

467
00:34:16,035 --> 00:34:19,775
global. So all hands are gonna be on deck when it comes to transportation and

468
00:34:20,195 --> 00:34:24,075
mobility the first year. And we'll continue to meet not only as a city team, but

469
00:34:24,275 --> 00:34:28,155
with all our partners to making sure that if there are challenges with transportation, we'll address

470
00:34:28,635 --> 00:34:32,535
'em and we'll look forward to providing solutions and making it better for people to

471
00:34:32,755 --> 00:34:36,675
move to and from the venue. But at the same time, providing them opportunities to park in city

472
00:34:36,905 --> 00:34:40,735
garages in downtown and long orland front lot waterfront like alamedo bay,

473
00:34:41,255 --> 00:34:45,065
and really taking advantage of the retail restaurants that are within our city. Yeah, council

474
00:34:45,555 --> 00:34:49,515
member, we've been very purposeful that people are gonna come from all over the place and we want them to have an experience.

475
00:34:49,875 --> 00:34:53,855
so whether you're coming on the blue line, uh, whether you're, or a line where you're coming from, um,

476
00:34:54,185 --> 00:34:58,155
down, uh, on the aqualink or you're coming over and parking in a garage, you have the ability

477
00:34:58,495 --> 00:35:02,235
to come to downtown, enjoy, go to, you know, go to a, um, a

478
00:35:02,555 --> 00:35:06,295
restaurant, be somewhere else in long beach, and then come down and then go over to the, um,

479
00:35:06,575 --> 00:35:10,535
to the amphitheater. So lots of different ways to both interact to get there and

480
00:35:10,755 --> 00:35:14,675
then to interact and get over to the amphitheater. Yes, we know how important that is to move

481
00:35:14,875 --> 00:35:18,575
people, get them there, and then to move them along accordingly. So,

482
00:35:18,935 --> 00:35:22,795
um, this particular proposal now, uh, really represents the sharpening of the

483
00:35:22,985 --> 00:35:26,455
pencils, um, and is really based on a lot of actual market

484
00:35:27,065 --> 00:35:30,875
understanding those who are in the professional field of bringing these kinds

485
00:35:31,195 --> 00:35:34,835
of venues and acts, uh, to the kind, the facility that we'll have.

486
00:35:35,435 --> 00:35:39,005
I know I've had a chance to speak with staff about the fact that you've had those conversations

487
00:35:39,645 --> 00:35:43,505
with those professionals. Um, can you just share with the public that, you

488
00:35:43,725 --> 00:35:47,565
know, the city has gone out and had conversations with those who are very

489
00:35:47,845 --> 00:35:51,745
knowledgeable about entertainment facilities and part of what we have done in

490
00:35:51,965 --> 00:35:55,945
the proposal here is bring those assumptions now sharpening them up

491
00:35:56,225 --> 00:35:58,405
to be able to move forward with this particular proposal.

492
00:36:01,345 --> 00:36:05,175
sure, yeah. So as, as we built out the design

493
00:36:05,655 --> 00:36:09,515
of the facility that obviously kind of sharpened the pencil with what was

494
00:36:09,675 --> 00:36:13,635
needed in order to meet the needs of, of, of guests. But really what we started to

495
00:36:13,795 --> 00:36:17,795
understand as we, uh, as the operator had conversations with promoters

496
00:36:18,355 --> 00:36:22,235
and artists is they had expectations as well. So in order to get

497
00:36:22,435 --> 00:36:26,275
those types of, of acts in place, if we want top tier acts, we need to

498
00:36:26,465 --> 00:36:30,065
have a facility that accommodates both promoters and guests. And frankly,

499
00:36:31,215 --> 00:36:35,065
it was enlightening for me to understand how much,

500
00:36:35,415 --> 00:36:39,175
how important the premium seating and premium aspect is to

501
00:36:39,455 --> 00:36:43,395
all of this. You know, general admission, uh, makes up a large contingent of a venue,

502
00:36:44,175 --> 00:36:47,975
but a a, a larger proportion of that revenue is driven by, by

503
00:36:48,195 --> 00:36:52,155
premium, uh, expectations. And so we were able to, to better understand that from

504
00:36:52,675 --> 00:36:56,655
both the needs of the guests, promoters and artists. And that's really what has driven, uh,

505
00:36:56,955 --> 00:37:00,875
a lot of this. And council member, our operator who we brought on to actually run this site, they do

506
00:37:01,035 --> 00:37:04,875
this across the country. So they are experts, legends global, they're one of the biggest ones that do this.

507
00:37:05,265 --> 00:37:08,795
it's considered an open venue. So they work with everybody. They don't work with just one promoter,

508
00:37:09,275 --> 00:37:13,155
but they get experiences from all these different promoters. We've had experience from

509
00:37:13,355 --> 00:37:17,035
both them and from promoters themselves saying, giving us input into the preliminary

510
00:37:17,555 --> 00:37:21,235
designs and saying, if you make these types of improvements, you can increase your revenues

511
00:37:21,715 --> 00:37:25,635
over here. We can bring you better shows, we can bring you more people, uh, which ma multiplies

512
00:37:25,875 --> 00:37:29,515
the economic impact. Thank you so much for that. Um, and then my final,

513
00:37:30,115 --> 00:37:34,035
I just, I know that, uh, you're looking at year three in terms of looking at some of

514
00:37:34,155 --> 00:37:37,915
the indirect benefits of this, uh, particular venue. You know, we've

515
00:37:38,195 --> 00:37:41,875
got the venue, uh, proforma, but we expect transit occupancy taxes,

516
00:37:42,285 --> 00:37:46,095
other sales taxes to come in. I would just say that, I don't know, three years might be too

517
00:37:46,315 --> 00:37:49,795
long down the line. I would wanna make sure, um, that we are capturing

518
00:37:50,355 --> 00:37:53,965
some understanding of how this we're benefiting as a city, uh, indirectly

519
00:37:54,855 --> 00:37:58,835
as quickly as one year and then going forward, um, so that we can have

520
00:37:59,075 --> 00:38:02,795
a, a good sense of where, you know, where, where that revenue might be coming from and those other places.

521
00:38:03,655 --> 00:38:07,515
so those are all my comments. Uh, I support this and look forward to us continuing

522
00:38:08,075 --> 00:38:11,295
to move forward. Thank you. Alright, thank you. Council member sorrow.

523
00:38:12,495 --> 00:38:15,135
yes, thank you mayor. And thank you to, um,

524
00:38:16,665 --> 00:38:20,635
this, the team and working so hard on the issue because it's, it

525
00:38:20,835 --> 00:38:24,715
was a lot to, to, I think it bring this forward and getting it through the permitting

526
00:38:25,155 --> 00:38:29,115
process and at times there are things

527
00:38:29,375 --> 00:38:33,235
you can predict and things you can't. And I think that it's important that

528
00:38:33,515 --> 00:38:37,305
we learn about that early on so that we're able to address it, uh, before

529
00:38:37,985 --> 00:38:41,725
we actually start breaking ground. So I'm glad that it's elise

530
00:38:42,005 --> 00:38:46,005
coming before us. I mean, how many of us have ever done a home renovation project

531
00:38:46,865 --> 00:38:50,005
and estimated a correct amount that first time around?

532
00:38:51,165 --> 00:38:54,745
I would love to meet you and hear how you did it. So,

533
00:38:55,225 --> 00:38:59,005
um, again, I think that there was a lot of careful consideration

534
00:38:59,625 --> 00:39:03,285
in thinking about how we're gonna offset this costs, we'll consider the projection

535
00:39:03,765 --> 00:39:07,625
and revenue. So I just wanted to add about, not in addition to what all

536
00:39:07,845 --> 00:39:11,765
the comments were made, um, you know, the utilization of this

537
00:39:12,165 --> 00:39:15,885
land, what was there before it, and, and if we didn't do this project

538
00:39:16,625 --> 00:39:20,445
to be creative about generating income, uh, what would be,

539
00:39:20,675 --> 00:39:24,665
what would be there? Well, in its

540
00:39:24,885 --> 00:39:28,765
current state, it would remain a parking lot. We rely on parking revenue to come

541
00:39:28,925 --> 00:39:32,805
in. Um, but looking forward and being strategic and looking

542
00:39:33,185 --> 00:39:36,985
at from a grow long beach initiative, we really felt this was an opportunity to

543
00:39:37,585 --> 00:39:41,085
really live up our game as it relates to that growth sector from tourism,

544
00:39:41,885 --> 00:39:45,345
hospitality, entertainment, music, and sports. And we did our due diligence and

545
00:39:45,905 --> 00:39:49,515
we felt that there was a hole in the market when it came to live

546
00:39:50,655 --> 00:39:54,645
music and entertainment. And we also knew that there was a gap

547
00:39:54,845 --> 00:39:58,845
in the market when it came to large music venues. And you don't

548
00:39:59,085 --> 00:40:03,045
get a venue that's gonna be overlooking a world class waterfront, a

549
00:40:03,165 --> 00:40:06,885
vibrant downtown, which will bring visitors not only locally, but regionally,

550
00:40:07,485 --> 00:40:11,365
nationally and internationally. Mm-hmm . Thank you for that. Director martinez. I think this

551
00:40:11,525 --> 00:40:15,435
is strategic and smart and really also utilizing underutilized

552
00:40:16,375 --> 00:40:20,165
space. Much rather have an amphitheater than a parking lot. I also

553
00:40:20,445 --> 00:40:23,985
think it's highlighting uplifting the roots and history as a mayor have shared,

554
00:40:24,665 --> 00:40:28,645
uh, a lot is our roots in music and entertainment and really being able

555
00:40:28,885 --> 00:40:32,885
to lift that up and showcasing it. So I, I'm proud that we're

556
00:40:33,165 --> 00:40:36,575
able to take this opportunity to address multiple needs,

557
00:40:37,345 --> 00:40:41,125
but also be thoughtful about the future. Thank you. I'm supportive of this item.

558
00:40:42,135 --> 00:40:46,125
thank you. Council member thrash and took, has some comments from council members zendejas?

559
00:40:47,665 --> 00:40:51,645
yes. Thank you, mayor. Uh, councilwoman zendejas was not able to be here. She did

560
00:40:51,805 --> 00:40:55,805
provide a statement that I will read. Uh, the long beach amphitheater is an

561
00:40:56,125 --> 00:41:00,005
exciting forward thinking investment in our city's future. This project has the power

562
00:41:00,285 --> 00:41:03,645
to transform long beach into a premier destination for entertainment,

563
00:41:04,315 --> 00:41:07,925
arts, and culture, while significantly increasing tourism and generating

564
00:41:08,445 --> 00:41:11,965
meaningful sustainable revenue that will directly benefit our community.

565
00:41:13,225 --> 00:41:16,805
I'm encouraged by the thoughtful and conservative financial projections presented

566
00:41:17,385 --> 00:41:20,485
by staff and strongly, and I strongly believe in that vision.

567
00:41:21,395 --> 00:41:25,005
this is about creating something truly special for long beach, a vibrant,

568
00:41:25,705 --> 00:41:29,355
iconic venue that will energize our local economy, elevate

569
00:41:29,845 --> 00:41:33,365
our city's profile, attract visitors from across the region and beyond,

570
00:41:34,185 --> 00:41:37,815
and deliver long-term success for residents and local businesses alike.

571
00:41:38,295 --> 00:41:41,695
thank you. Thank you. Council member duggan.

572
00:41:44,895 --> 00:41:48,645
alright, thank you. Thanks for the questions and the comments from my colleagues before.

573
00:41:49,845 --> 00:41:53,705
um, I wanna start by saying that I do support the amphitheater project. I

574
00:41:53,945 --> 00:41:57,825
believe it will be a real asset for long beach. There is a strong

575
00:41:58,025 --> 00:42:01,765
market for concerts. People are going all the time and a unique

576
00:42:02,235 --> 00:42:06,105
waterfront amphitheater, uh, in southern california. It makes

577
00:42:06,605 --> 00:42:10,185
our coastline different in southern california, very unique.

578
00:42:11,445 --> 00:42:15,055
um, at the same time, this project has shifted

579
00:42:15,775 --> 00:42:19,305
from being a profit center to being viewed as more of an

580
00:42:19,825 --> 00:42:23,375
economic driver. I talked extensively

581
00:42:24,135 --> 00:42:28,025
with economic development about this, and when I look strictly at the numbers,

582
00:42:28,245 --> 00:42:31,785
it seems like, um, we could

583
00:42:32,345 --> 00:42:36,105
generate more direct revenue by placing the funds in an

584
00:42:36,465 --> 00:42:39,685
interest bearing account and renting out the existing lot

585
00:42:40,735 --> 00:42:43,375
that could make around the similar revenue.

586
00:42:45,055 --> 00:42:48,835
but I, I do believe the broader economic benefits of this project

587
00:42:49,705 --> 00:42:51,815
will be more significant than that option.

588
00:42:53,935 --> 00:42:57,465
the project has historically been evaluated

589
00:42:58,215 --> 00:43:02,175
as a profit center, so one of the things that I'm

590
00:43:02,395 --> 00:43:06,185
concerned about is I wanted to see a stronger explanation

591
00:43:07,295 --> 00:43:11,115
of the expected economic impact and how those benefits

592
00:43:11,315 --> 00:43:14,635
are being measured. I know that that's impossible

593
00:43:15,895 --> 00:43:19,645
at this moment, but, um, I hope that we start

594
00:43:19,995 --> 00:43:23,225
working on that so we can show those economic impacts.

595
00:43:25,095 --> 00:43:28,675
one of the questions I do have, um, you know,

596
00:43:29,115 --> 00:43:32,025
I, we talked about this being a 10 year,

597
00:43:33,135 --> 00:43:37,105
um, structure. What, can you go

598
00:43:37,575 --> 00:43:41,105
into more detail about it being 10 years? Is there a possibility

599
00:43:41,615 --> 00:43:45,615
this could last for 15 years that would, we would see more,

600
00:43:46,205 --> 00:43:49,985
uh, direct profit off of that? Can you share some information

601
00:43:50,465 --> 00:43:54,085
about that? Yeah, I'll jump in first and the team can support me. So,

602
00:43:54,565 --> 00:43:58,425
um, in, in the materials, in the letter, uh, we absolutely do have some of the details about

603
00:43:58,745 --> 00:44:02,425
the revenue performance. So, uh, um, unlike some other assets

604
00:44:02,795 --> 00:44:06,785
where you buy or you, um, fund that asset and you're using it to attract other

605
00:44:07,105 --> 00:44:11,105
investment, uh, that's where you really have to look at what, what is that investment going to

606
00:44:11,345 --> 00:44:15,135
generate in sales tax and tot and others. Uh, this is a different, uh, investment. This

607
00:44:15,425 --> 00:44:19,305
one actually pays for itself just within the operating costs of what

608
00:44:19,465 --> 00:44:23,145
it can bring in. And so, uh, we've seen strong performance from other very similar facilities.

609
00:44:23,785 --> 00:44:27,665
and so that's where we're, we are showing that it generates a profit of about two and a half to

610
00:44:27,865 --> 00:44:31,765
$3 million every year. Uh, and then that is what does the initial payback

611
00:44:32,245 --> 00:44:35,925
of the dollars that go back into tidelands funds, then we do expect that additional

612
00:44:36,485 --> 00:44:40,405
impact, uh, going on. And, uh, we can certainly come back a little sooner as soon as we get a

613
00:44:40,525 --> 00:44:44,425
year under our belt, see where we are with tot, see where we are with, uh, with others. But

614
00:44:44,645 --> 00:44:48,445
again, we're not counting on all that. So even if that number were zero, this number,

615
00:44:48,755 --> 00:44:52,665
this project still pencils, um, to get to your other question, uh,

616
00:44:53,065 --> 00:44:57,045
uh, of, um, five years or 10 years, um, yeah, it certainly could be there

617
00:44:57,165 --> 00:45:00,685
longer. So the idea is not to have this be our event space forever.

618
00:45:01,265 --> 00:45:05,165
the idea is to build an actual permanent event, um, space, uh, that's kind of in

619
00:45:05,325 --> 00:45:09,125
the long range plans. Uh, but that could be a very expensive facility and that needs

620
00:45:09,365 --> 00:45:13,365
to have a strong performer to do the same thing. So if we're able to show strong revenue growth

621
00:45:13,725 --> 00:45:17,245
here, that'll allow us to move into that space, but it's unknown. That could be

622
00:45:17,785 --> 00:45:21,725
in five years, it could be in 10 years, it could be in 15 years. In my experience, most

623
00:45:22,005 --> 00:45:25,885
of our facilities that are temporary last longer than the two or three or four or

624
00:45:26,085 --> 00:45:29,965
five years that we expect. Um, and, but we, it'll be on us to make sure that

625
00:45:30,125 --> 00:45:34,105
we're investing in it and keeping it up. Great. And,

626
00:45:34,825 --> 00:45:38,275
uh, thank you for that. Um, city manager moca,

627
00:45:38,905 --> 00:45:42,875
uh, one thing that you touched on, um, the amphitheater will

628
00:45:43,165 --> 00:45:46,595
be a tide lens asset and all revenue generated

629
00:45:47,315 --> 00:45:51,165
goes back into the tidelands funds. Can you walk through how that

630
00:45:51,365 --> 00:45:54,885
works and how repayment to the fund is expected to happen?

631
00:45:55,885 --> 00:45:59,785
absolutely. And that's the question we get is, you know, amphitheater is, is important, but you

632
00:46:00,005 --> 00:46:03,695
know, how does that balance with, you know, public safety or infrastructure or roads?

633
00:46:04,345 --> 00:46:08,085
um, actually they're very separate. Um, these are dollars that can only be spent on the coast.

634
00:46:08,515 --> 00:46:12,045
they cannot be used instead to do street repairs or park improvements

635
00:46:12,605 --> 00:46:16,485
or fund public safety. Uh, so that is, uh, within the t ends as you are very,

636
00:46:16,755 --> 00:46:20,605
very well aware. Um, so, uh, because this is such a unique revenue

637
00:46:20,845 --> 00:46:24,725
generating project, um, uh, we're not treating it like a normal public, uh, project

638
00:46:24,965 --> 00:46:28,895
where you have to have all the cash in hand or, um, to go and issue

639
00:46:29,245 --> 00:46:33,175
debt. Uh, we're actually able to use cash that we have within the tidelands, uh, build

640
00:46:33,525 --> 00:46:37,285
this because it immediately starts making money and use that revenue source to pay it back.

641
00:46:37,585 --> 00:46:41,445
that's different than another public project where most of our public projects are not

642
00:46:41,805 --> 00:46:45,485
designed to generate revenue. They're designed to put, to provide public benefit. And so,

643
00:46:46,025 --> 00:46:49,965
uh, uh, there will be a repayment schedule. The idea is, is when we make the

644
00:46:50,165 --> 00:46:53,725
profit, it basically goes right back into the same fund. There's no need for interfund

645
00:46:54,205 --> 00:46:58,165
borrowing or transferring. It's all within the same fund. Uh, and it, uh, those dollars will

646
00:46:58,405 --> 00:47:01,045
be paid back from, uh, the revenues, uh, that are generated.

647
00:47:03,695 --> 00:47:07,485
alright, that is, uh, great. Thanks for the explanation. Um,

648
00:47:09,385 --> 00:47:13,365
you know, I I I am concerned that the cost escalation has made the

649
00:47:13,445 --> 00:47:16,885
margins tighter than we expected before even starting

650
00:47:17,485 --> 00:47:20,925
construction. And that's what we're seeing here. But I think this project is gonna be

651
00:47:21,535 --> 00:47:25,405
profitable and successful in the long run, and the latest projections for

652
00:47:25,605 --> 00:47:28,785
the tidelands fund do show we need to come up,

653
00:47:29,785 --> 00:47:33,205
uh, and take some calculated chances on different revenue

654
00:47:33,835 --> 00:47:37,485
streams. So I think this has the potential to do that

655
00:47:37,865 --> 00:47:41,445
and I'm happy to support tonight. All right, great comments.

656
00:47:42,035 --> 00:47:45,815
I'll also note the 7 million, only about 2 million of that is cost escalation.

657
00:47:46,935 --> 00:47:50,805
about 4 million of that are intentional enhancements that generate

658
00:47:51,035 --> 00:47:54,965
more revenue. So I think that's important for the residents to know. It's not $7 million

659
00:47:55,865 --> 00:47:59,635
of cost enhancements, cost overruns, things like that. These 4 million were

660
00:47:59,925 --> 00:48:03,825
intentional to bring in premium spaces, which we're finding people will pay

661
00:48:04,045 --> 00:48:07,725
more for. And it generates more revenue separately from even naming

662
00:48:08,085 --> 00:48:11,805
rights or sponsorships. So we'll have even more updates on span

663
00:48:12,305 --> 00:48:16,205
on private dollars that are helping to support the construction of this and how that

664
00:48:16,365 --> 00:48:20,285
factors into the overall construction costs in months to come. As we're getting

665
00:48:20,405 --> 00:48:24,225
more interest in sponsorships and naming rights, it's still really early, but

666
00:48:24,445 --> 00:48:28,305
this getting a lot of excitement nationally and that bodes very well for

667
00:48:28,525 --> 00:48:32,385
our ability to deliver this without, without debt. Thank you so

668
00:48:32,605 --> 00:48:36,325
much. And just to put a finer point on that, if front me, mr. Mayor yeah. Give you a number to, to back up that point,

669
00:48:36,745 --> 00:48:40,605
uh, the performance shows that under this new model with these investments we're boosting gross revenue

670
00:48:40,985 --> 00:48:44,285
by 20% by 20.7% over what we had estimated

671
00:48:44,995 --> 00:48:48,925
when we first brought that to you. Right? So that's an $11 million difference. So it's an

672
00:48:49,045 --> 00:48:52,685
intentional, it's an intentional strategy to make it more profitable,

673
00:48:53,205 --> 00:48:57,005
more attractive venue, uh, uh, for the space that we have.

674
00:48:57,545 --> 00:49:01,445
uh, next council member kerr. Yes, thank you. I'll be brief. Um, I wanna thank,

675
00:49:01,905 --> 00:49:05,845
uh, the team for getting into the weeds tonight. Um, we know that there's a

676
00:49:05,925 --> 00:49:09,805
lot of talk and a lot of concerns. I wanna thank my council colleagues for bringing up really salient

677
00:49:10,085 --> 00:49:13,865
points that I think we've heard from our residents and our constituents across the city. Um,

678
00:49:14,225 --> 00:49:18,125
and I appreciate, um, the transparency of the conversation. The conversations that we have

679
00:49:18,285 --> 00:49:22,245
here aren't always easy. Um, we get to go back and we get to talk about

680
00:49:22,445 --> 00:49:25,325
the decisions that we made with our constituents, and you have provided information,

681
00:49:26,465 --> 00:49:30,305
um, that help us talk about how we're working through, um, to

682
00:49:30,525 --> 00:49:34,525
the answers that we need to get to tonight because this is an exciting conversation. Um, when

683
00:49:34,685 --> 00:49:37,885
dr. Soros said, what's there, now my, I I know exactly what's there now.

684
00:49:38,825 --> 00:49:42,655
um, and so people are into experiences

685
00:49:43,235 --> 00:49:47,185
and I am looking forward to the experiences, um, that we as local

686
00:49:47,545 --> 00:49:50,735
folks, as well as folks around the region can experience at this amphitheater.

687
00:49:51,795 --> 00:49:55,335
um, I appreciate the consideration of earlier

688
00:49:55,805 --> 00:49:59,735
than three years in terms of economic impact, and I think it would be really interesting to

689
00:49:59,855 --> 00:50:03,535
talk with our, our local partners, whether it's visit long beach, um, our downtown

690
00:50:04,015 --> 00:50:07,925
alliance and find kind of those ho hyper-local metrics that

691
00:50:08,215 --> 00:50:12,095
we may be able to measure more immediately. Um, as events come into the space,

692
00:50:12,715 --> 00:50:16,435
what's the difference in hotel rooms versus last time? What's the difference in restaurant revenue? So

693
00:50:16,855 --> 00:50:20,755
really identifying some of those hyper local partnerships to be able to

694
00:50:21,085 --> 00:50:24,975
tell a story sooner than those three years and maybe even sooner than those 18 months

695
00:50:25,215 --> 00:50:28,745
because we know, um, for some folks there will be an immediate impact,

696
00:50:29,345 --> 00:50:33,165
um, a positive impact for them. So I would ask that the team, while busy

697
00:50:33,405 --> 00:50:36,645
with all of the construction pieces of it, also look into how do we partner,

698
00:50:37,585 --> 00:50:41,565
uh, with folks in the immediate area to ask them to help us track

699
00:50:41,885 --> 00:50:45,885
success early on. Um, but again, uh, thank you to my

700
00:50:46,005 --> 00:50:48,605
colleagues for the conversation and to the team for bringing this to us.

701
00:50:50,195 --> 00:50:53,145
alright, council member superal, uh, thank you mayor. Um,

702
00:50:54,305 --> 00:50:58,125
I'm certainly a big fan of finding new revenue sources, so I,

703
00:50:58,405 --> 00:51:02,365
I certainly hope this works out. Um, I'd like to bring up,

704
00:51:02,585 --> 00:51:06,525
uh, a couple of points. You know, if I can wrench the fourth district into the conversation, I

705
00:51:06,645 --> 00:51:10,205
always do that. Um, so city manager said this is completely

706
00:51:10,805 --> 00:51:13,885
separate from infrastructure and, and, and, um, andit funding,

707
00:51:14,985 --> 00:51:18,725
but let's not lose sight of the fact that we need infrastructure to get the residents

708
00:51:19,045 --> 00:51:22,765
down to the venue. So let's get, uh, studebaker done and all the other,

709
00:51:23,065 --> 00:51:27,005
uh, uh, northwest quarters we're working on. Um, I also

710
00:51:27,285 --> 00:51:31,225
wanted to mention the, uh, municipal band, uh, because as

711
00:51:31,685 --> 00:51:35,685
I think council member dugin said, uh, long beach loves concerts. So for

712
00:51:35,885 --> 00:51:39,645
those of you don't know, 2026, it's the last year a public funding for the municipal

713
00:51:40,045 --> 00:51:43,845
band. And I've made a commitment to get the 20,

714
00:51:44,225 --> 00:51:48,005
uh, 2026 year of doing private fundraising for the 2027

715
00:51:48,945 --> 00:51:52,565
season. We hope that goes well, but I just like my council colleagues,

716
00:51:53,665 --> 00:51:57,325
um, to look at the money we're spending here tonight. And bear in mind, should

717
00:51:57,685 --> 00:52:01,445
we fall short on the private fundraising for less than a million dollars,

718
00:52:01,865 --> 00:52:05,765
you can get the municipal band for 10 years. So I just wanted to drop that on you.

719
00:52:05,885 --> 00:52:09,885
thank you. , the long beach municipal band is actually

720
00:52:10,005 --> 00:52:13,545
the oldest longest running municipal band in america. So,

721
00:52:14,185 --> 00:52:17,985
um, they actually started in this area, um, to

722
00:52:18,205 --> 00:52:21,215
bring people to the coastline. Uh, we created our own department,

723
00:52:22,645 --> 00:52:26,125
a department in the city of a municipal band to get people to come to the coastline. So it's history.

724
00:52:26,825 --> 00:52:30,295
so, uh, thank you for those comments, uh, to the council members again,

725
00:52:30,905 --> 00:52:34,385
um, soft opening, coming, uh,

726
00:52:35,025 --> 00:52:38,915
uh, yes, direct investment into titans revenue generator

727
00:52:39,525 --> 00:52:43,425
for titans, but it also supports those services and infrastructure. But

728
00:52:43,665 --> 00:52:47,565
how do we get general fund money outta this when people support our hotels? That's

729
00:52:47,965 --> 00:52:51,905
transit, occupancy tax, when people shop, that generates sales tax.

730
00:52:52,385 --> 00:52:56,325
so it creates multiple benefits that helps our overall, uh, long beach

731
00:52:56,525 --> 00:53:00,345
revenue picture. We're now gonna go to public comment. Uh, the first, uh,

732
00:53:00,675 --> 00:53:04,595
five speakers. John cross, cameron clark, samantha mellinger,

733
00:53:05,535 --> 00:53:08,365
steve goodling, dave shukla, and I see one more. John edmond.

734
00:53:12,005 --> 00:53:14,785
all right. John cross is up first after john is cameron.

735
00:53:16,715 --> 00:53:19,985
thank you mayor and council and city staff. I'm john cross.

736
00:53:20,765 --> 00:53:24,445
I'm vice president of development for, uh, long beach symphony, and

737
00:53:24,825 --> 00:53:28,605
I, I made a few comments to share, um, on behalf of the symphony.

738
00:53:29,045 --> 00:53:32,725
this our staff, the musicians, and our board of directors. We definitely

739
00:53:33,085 --> 00:53:37,025
stand in support of the amphitheater project. Um, currently we

740
00:53:37,245 --> 00:53:40,925
are in the midst of our 91st season. And as an arts leader in the city,

741
00:53:41,305 --> 00:53:45,285
the symphony is excited about the potential, um, that the amphitheater

742
00:53:45,845 --> 00:53:49,765
will bring to the greater region and for our own potential

743
00:53:50,205 --> 00:53:54,045
programming there. Um, we see the amphitheater as an opportunity to present

744
00:53:54,575 --> 00:53:58,085
wider and more diverse programming outside of our current classical and pop seasons.

745
00:53:58,955 --> 00:54:02,925
it's an opportunity to build on our musical bridges program, um, that

746
00:54:03,165 --> 00:54:06,765
is intended to connect music with all the diverse communities across long beach.

747
00:54:07,905 --> 00:54:11,205
um, we're grateful that the city has prioritized the amphitheater's infrastructure

748
00:54:12,065 --> 00:54:15,985
to support world class talent and our own world class orchestra. We

749
00:54:16,205 --> 00:54:20,015
firmly believe that this investment will be a boon to the city for years to come. Thank

750
00:54:20,525 --> 00:54:24,505
you. Thanks, john cameron, after cameron is

751
00:54:24,885 --> 00:54:28,745
samantha, good evening mayor. Esteemed members of city council and

752
00:54:29,325 --> 00:54:33,165
economic development and city manager and staff. Um, I'm speaking here today

753
00:54:33,445 --> 00:54:37,405
on behalf of danny salas harbor breeze cruises. He sends his apologies for not being able to

754
00:54:37,525 --> 00:54:40,605
be here tonight. He's previously working to get

755
00:54:41,535 --> 00:54:45,215
scudo our milestone project launch scheduled for launch next week, which

756
00:54:45,565 --> 00:54:49,505
will be the city's first parallel hybrid zero mission capable water taxi vessel

757
00:54:50,335 --> 00:54:54,205
right here in our great city. So, uh, he greatly supports

758
00:54:54,645 --> 00:54:58,565
this project and thankful, uh, for all the work that the city's doing to bring this

759
00:54:58,805 --> 00:55:02,655
project to light. Uh, we have a saying that the rising tide flow to all boats,

760
00:55:03,345 --> 00:55:07,155
and we see this being that exact project, more visitors coming to the waterfront. That

761
00:55:07,445 --> 00:55:11,015
means more visitors being able to come visit restaurants, use our parking facilities,

762
00:55:11,685 --> 00:55:15,685
come to the, come to our vessels, see our great city via water, which would

763
00:55:16,125 --> 00:55:20,085
not be possible without this project. Uh, in my previous life, I ran

764
00:55:20,325 --> 00:55:24,225
a business that had involvement in waterfront around the world, and I can attest to

765
00:55:24,465 --> 00:55:28,125
and see whether it's projects in melbourne, australia or more closely

766
00:55:28,635 --> 00:55:32,585
here to home in chicago at navy pier or in new york at

767
00:55:33,035 --> 00:55:36,775
roosevelt island governor's island, or the rooftop, uh, event

768
00:55:37,125 --> 00:55:41,045
venue that was created in the south street seaport. People want to come to the water,

769
00:55:41,245 --> 00:55:44,985
which is not only good for us, but it's good for the city and it's good for the region that's

770
00:55:45,405 --> 00:55:48,765
supporting that area in the economic development. So, again, I can attest firsthand,

771
00:55:49,505 --> 00:55:53,405
we plan to be there, uh, council member duggan, and receive the benefit that's coming

772
00:55:53,595 --> 00:55:57,415
from these visitors that are coming. And I've seen it from these projects where

773
00:55:57,765 --> 00:56:01,645
we've provided transportation to these venues, relieving stress on our

774
00:56:01,805 --> 00:56:05,455
other public transit systems to help people connect through that multimodal

775
00:56:06,125 --> 00:56:10,005
version of travel and connecting. So I can attest to it, I've seen it,

776
00:56:10,385 --> 00:56:13,995
and we're doing everything we can in our powers to help electrify

777
00:56:14,755 --> 00:56:18,525
aspects of rainbow harbor to help deliver our vessels to be there to support this

778
00:56:18,765 --> 00:56:22,695
project when it comes in. So on behalf of danny salas harbor reefs,

779
00:56:23,655 --> 00:56:27,565
we're excited for this project. Uh, and we're standing here ready to support any which

780
00:56:27,725 --> 00:56:31,485
way we can. Thank you. Alright, thank you samantha.

781
00:56:31,985 --> 00:56:35,695
and then, uh, steve. Good evening mayor

782
00:56:36,045 --> 00:56:39,565
and city council. Um, harbor breeze cruises is just one of our,

783
00:56:40,105 --> 00:56:43,925
you know, 400 plus small business members that's really excited about

784
00:56:44,205 --> 00:56:47,845
the amphitheater project, whether it's restaurants or bars, they're really excited

785
00:56:48,245 --> 00:56:52,085
about the prospect of more visitors coming in, more residents coming to this

786
00:56:52,285 --> 00:56:55,365
area so that they, you know, can, can capitalize on that traffic,

787
00:56:56,485 --> 00:57:00,405
I think too is a really smart investment. Obviously, you know, the difference between

788
00:57:00,725 --> 00:57:04,525
a parking lot and having a music venue here when we already have so much

789
00:57:04,965 --> 00:57:08,865
momentum with the music festival scene, whether it's cali vibes or day trip, or

790
00:57:09,085 --> 00:57:13,085
the van's warp tour, it's really the right move to be making right now to capture that visitor

791
00:57:13,525 --> 00:57:16,945
traffic and momentum. And so I'm just here to respectfully, um,

792
00:57:17,675 --> 00:57:21,675
request your support and, um, let you know that our hospitality and tourism community's

793
00:57:22,365 --> 00:57:26,195
really excited about this. Thank you. Thank you. Next

794
00:57:26,485 --> 00:57:30,485
is steve goodling. Then dave sla and john edmond. Great, thank you mayor. Council

795
00:57:30,965 --> 00:57:34,705
members, city management and economic development, uh,

796
00:57:36,185 --> 00:57:39,885
on behalf of our 450 business members. Our membership

797
00:57:40,465 --> 00:57:44,375
is excited about this project and has been since the actual discussion

798
00:57:45,045 --> 00:57:48,845
of it. And you heard cameron, I'm sorry, cameron couldn't

799
00:57:49,365 --> 00:57:53,255
be more excited about this project. And he runs waterfront taxis,

800
00:57:53,605 --> 00:57:57,355
right, and, and excursions and whale watching. This

801
00:57:57,645 --> 00:58:01,565
is going to expand the tourism base for the city of long

802
00:58:01,805 --> 00:58:05,725
beach. Conventions is definitely a solid core of our city,

803
00:58:06,475 --> 00:58:10,465
however, we have maximized that potential. We

804
00:58:10,715 --> 00:58:14,115
just recently shared a revenue per available room.

805
00:58:14,745 --> 00:58:18,645
revpar report, our occupancy and average rates are running ahead

806
00:58:18,965 --> 00:58:22,875
of san diego. You're paying more to stay in the city of long

807
00:58:23,075 --> 00:58:26,865
beach than you are in san diego. And so with

808
00:58:27,155 --> 00:58:30,585
that, we have to expand. As you all have been looking into

809
00:58:31,865 --> 00:58:35,215
different forms of tourism and

810
00:58:36,185 --> 00:58:40,115
council member kerr, you asked about data. We will be glad to work

811
00:58:40,275 --> 00:58:44,235
with you on that. We really know that when we've had festivals

812
00:58:44,515 --> 00:58:48,115
in the city, our occupancies and our average rates are at our peak.

813
00:58:48,615 --> 00:58:52,115
we know our restaurants are full. And so this project

814
00:58:52,655 --> 00:58:56,245
is going to help with all of that. Lastly, today,

815
00:58:56,675 --> 00:58:59,715
I met with some clients that were in town looking for a convention.

816
00:59:00,975 --> 00:59:04,455
she came in september as a visitor on her own.

817
00:59:05,135 --> 00:59:08,995
her friends live in downey. She says, where do you wanna play? They said, long beach.

818
00:59:10,215 --> 00:59:13,355
she spent three days here, went back to work in sacramento

819
00:59:14,455 --> 00:59:18,455
and told her colleagues, we need to be in long beach for our

820
00:59:19,065 --> 00:59:21,525
international convention in may of 2028.

821
00:59:23,265 --> 00:59:27,205
that's what this project is gonna do. It's gonna bring more people into our

822
00:59:27,365 --> 00:59:31,265
city, showcase our city, expand the platform, and

823
00:59:31,485 --> 00:59:34,895
we appreciate city manager moca and staff,

824
00:59:35,745 --> 00:59:39,605
all the hard work that has gone into envisioning this

825
00:59:39,805 --> 00:59:43,525
process, but also to the council and the mayor and mayor

826
00:59:43,945 --> 00:59:47,905
for starting this discussion two years ago. But

827
00:59:48,145 --> 00:59:51,685
for all of you dreaming big, because your dream is almost there

828
00:59:52,465 --> 00:59:56,365
and it's gonna further put long beach on the map. So thank you to all of you for your

829
00:59:56,485 --> 00:59:59,675
support. Thank you, dave.

830
01:00:01,375 --> 01:00:05,105
thank you mix. Uh, thank you mr. Mayor. Happy new year, everyone. Um,

831
01:00:05,545 --> 01:00:09,425
I'm agnostic on this, uh, uh, project. Uh, I'm

832
01:00:09,645 --> 01:00:13,405
willing to give the idea of an amphitheater at the location of chance. Uh, but since

833
01:00:13,785 --> 01:00:17,725
you know, it's given its prominence as an economic development strategy over the

834
01:00:17,845 --> 01:00:21,605
past year, I'd like to state some concerns. Um, the project

835
01:00:21,865 --> 01:00:25,405
is not without risk. Um, eight years at 3 million is not guaranteed.

836
01:00:26,385 --> 01:00:30,105
and while it's interesting, uh, that, uh, the performance depend,

837
01:00:30,545 --> 01:00:34,535
uh, on expanding vip accommodations, the simple fact is this venue

838
01:00:34,915 --> 01:00:38,645
will live or it will fall based on how it resonates

839
01:00:39,115 --> 01:00:43,105
with the local and regional populations and with what, uh, as,

840
01:00:43,625 --> 01:00:47,245
uh, councilman sono mentioned, what the kinds of things we already do here.

841
01:00:48,545 --> 01:00:52,305
um, the city

842
01:00:52,565 --> 01:00:56,545
of long beach is being asked, uh, to invest quite a bit. And so I think it's

843
01:00:56,825 --> 01:01:00,785
more than fair to ask not only what public benefits there are, but uh, how people will be affected.

844
01:01:01,725 --> 01:01:05,445
um, I support, uh, continued work on an economic impact

845
01:01:05,865 --> 01:01:09,365
study as, uh, council members, uh, sorrow and, uh, duggan,

846
01:01:10,125 --> 01:01:13,685
uh, for the reasons that they mentioned. Um, I think, uh,

847
01:01:14,525 --> 01:01:17,385
the year six through 10 estimates in particular are, are overly optimistic.

848
01:01:18,645 --> 01:01:22,445
um, I think it's a good investment to add access to public transit in

849
01:01:22,665 --> 01:01:26,625
the design, and I think that should include, uh, thorough connectivity with long

850
01:01:26,785 --> 01:01:30,685
beach transit la metro. Um, personally, um,

851
01:01:31,745 --> 01:01:35,745
I think it need, this project needs to achieve a high degree of integration with the local

852
01:01:35,975 --> 01:01:39,505
long beach arts and music scenes. And it should be open to the possibility

853
01:01:40,245 --> 01:01:43,785
for public uses, uh, that are free, uh, of this venue.

854
01:01:45,085 --> 01:01:48,985
um, I also think as , as a

855
01:01:49,105 --> 01:01:52,825
general rule, this city needs a policy on the outlay of tidelands

856
01:01:53,345 --> 01:01:57,335
funds. There has to be a certain percentage, no matter what the project is, that is devoted

857
01:01:57,825 --> 01:02:01,385
to dealing with the problem of oil well abandonment. And finally,

858
01:02:02,005 --> 01:02:05,085
um, as a strategy, um,

859
01:02:06,705 --> 01:02:10,465
I still think this one pales ultimately to rest in control of the electricity

860
01:02:10,745 --> 01:02:13,745
system from edison and making our own way. Thank you.

861
01:02:15,495 --> 01:02:19,475
alright, thank you john. Honorable mayor, city council, city

862
01:02:19,765 --> 01:02:23,685
manager, economic development city clerk, uh, as a long beach

863
01:02:23,885 --> 01:02:27,595
stakeholder. I have a business here by raising my family here.

864
01:02:28,765 --> 01:02:32,285
I am so excited to see this come to fruition.

865
01:02:33,525 --> 01:02:36,915
I remember tourism trade technology coming from navy yard

866
01:02:37,585 --> 01:02:41,365
to, uh, having to change from that. I remember the time of austerity

867
01:02:41,975 --> 01:02:45,845
under bob foster and really managing a fiscal crisis that was dealing

868
01:02:46,225 --> 01:02:50,155
up and down the state. Here we have one of the largest continuous open

869
01:02:50,535 --> 01:02:54,205
space on the waterfront that is far too long, been inactive.

870
01:02:55,465 --> 01:02:58,985
and we have one of the most innovative ways to capture that spirit

871
01:03:00,145 --> 01:03:04,085
of energy and excitement where people will claim long beach

872
01:03:04,905 --> 01:03:08,705
as a wider aperture. I am tired of being iowa by

873
01:03:08,925 --> 01:03:12,745
the sea or in the shadow of la we are our own city with our own

874
01:03:12,965 --> 01:03:16,765
airport, with our own municipality. And this is something that will

875
01:03:17,535 --> 01:03:21,405
raise the city's profile internationally, nationally, but certainly

876
01:03:21,725 --> 01:03:25,525
internationally. It's a place that I love that more people need to know about.

877
01:03:25,825 --> 01:03:29,555
and so with that, I just want to thank all the hard work from the, uh, city

878
01:03:29,845 --> 01:03:33,545
staff and making this happen. And I can't wait to, to be a part of this, uh,

879
01:03:34,115 --> 01:03:37,715
wonderful opportunity. Alright.

880
01:03:38,945 --> 01:03:42,925
uh, I see. So sorry. Sorry, ma'am. You're not signed up on

881
01:03:43,085 --> 01:03:46,885
this one, ma'am. It's not your, you don't get a chance to, I don't care.

882
01:03:48,155 --> 01:03:52,005
call the cops. We're not calling the cops. What you have

883
01:03:52,405 --> 01:03:54,965
done to me is I

884
01:03:58,025 --> 01:04:01,925
thank you very much. That's right. Yeah. The microphone is not on. Wonderful.

885
01:04:02,725 --> 01:04:06,515
jeffrey williams called me a few weeks ago

886
01:04:07,115 --> 01:04:10,475
and said, oh, we're gonna help you. Ms. Hernandez,

887
01:04:11,325 --> 01:04:15,225
thank you for your time. The microphone's not on. It didn't happen. No, you're

888
01:04:15,645 --> 01:04:19,485
gonna listen to me. I'm, you're, you're welcome to sign up for public comment.

889
01:04:19,975 --> 01:04:23,925
world woman who's homeless, who's begging you for help,

890
01:04:25,515 --> 01:04:29,475
and what have you done? Nothing. Nothing. Thank you. You're, you're,

891
01:04:30,355 --> 01:04:32,965
oh, you're homeless industrial complex

892
01:04:34,405 --> 01:04:38,325
that makes millions of f*****g dollars on

893
01:04:38,545 --> 01:04:42,455
the homeless around the clock. What do you do? Nothing. F**k

894
01:04:42,745 --> 01:04:45,425
you. Thank you. Woo. Happy new year.

895
01:04:47,005 --> 01:04:50,855
all right. All right. Uh, okay.

896
01:04:51,165 --> 01:04:54,465
so you, thank, thank you so much. Um, f**k you.

897
01:04:55,965 --> 01:04:59,865
um, okay. So thanks everybody for your public comment. Thank you staff for

898
01:05:00,065 --> 01:05:03,885
that presentation. Uh, next steps, uh, after this vote, we

899
01:05:04,105 --> 01:05:07,965
break ground. And after we break ground, I, I want, I do want to address the

900
01:05:08,345 --> 01:05:11,665
council members raised some very good questions that are circulating out there in the community.

901
01:05:12,615 --> 01:05:16,405
lots of disinformation in the community. Um, so this was a great forum to

902
01:05:16,825 --> 01:05:20,605
actually get a lot of those questions answered. But one thing I do wanna mention, there is a vision

903
01:05:20,905 --> 01:05:24,905
for a permanent amphitheater. But in this area, we

904
01:05:25,125 --> 01:05:28,925
have to go through the appropriate planning process and the coastal process,

905
01:05:29,415 --> 01:05:32,645
which takes, it, takes quite a bit of time to go through, through process.

906
01:05:33,785 --> 01:05:37,705
so this strategy, rather than wait five, seven years on

907
01:05:37,925 --> 01:05:40,775
developing a coastal waterfront amphitheater, we can experience,

908
01:05:41,985 --> 01:05:45,515
we can experience benefits now, economic benefits now through

909
01:05:46,005 --> 01:05:49,925
going through this approach with a temporary structure that lasts 10

910
01:05:50,085 --> 01:05:54,065
years, around 10 years, while we go through the planning the

911
01:05:54,365 --> 01:05:58,365
land, use the updating of the queen mary master plan, and ultimately

912
01:05:59,325 --> 01:06:03,225
identify the means to create a permanent waterfront amphitheater built on

913
01:06:03,445 --> 01:06:07,365
the water that's architecturally significant, that is publicly held by the

914
01:06:07,485 --> 01:06:11,445
city, that will be iconic, uh, across our west coast and will

915
01:06:11,645 --> 01:06:15,485
rival the hollywood bowl. That's where we should want to strive in

916
01:06:15,685 --> 01:06:19,585
the future. This allows us to test it in a way with very limited risk now.

917
01:06:19,945 --> 01:06:23,705
so thank you so much. Uh, we'll go to roll call, vote please. District two.

918
01:06:28,355 --> 01:06:31,955
district two, aye. Aye. Receive. Thank you. District three

919
01:06:32,735 --> 01:06:36,215
aye. District four, aye. District five, aye. District six,

920
01:06:37,895 --> 01:06:41,635
aye. District seven, aye. District eight, aye. District nine,

921
01:06:43,335 --> 01:06:46,635
aye. Motion is carried. All right, we'll go to item 32. Please

922
01:06:49,005 --> 01:06:52,545
report from city manager recommendation to execute a contract and any necessary

923
01:06:53,345 --> 01:06:56,705
documents with kelvin anderson and world famous vip records

924
01:06:57,525 --> 01:07:01,185
for the refurbishment, public display and licensing of the vip records

925
01:07:01,535 --> 01:07:05,265
sign, including the city's right to manage refurbishment publicly, display

926
01:07:05,665 --> 01:07:09,665
the sign and enter into related subleasing agreements with third parties mutually

927
01:07:10,465 --> 01:07:14,465
approved by the city manager and vip records for a total contract amount

928
01:07:14,745 --> 01:07:17,365
payable to vip records, not to exceed 170,000.

929
01:07:19,205 --> 01:07:23,185
and refer the request to name the site at the southwest corner of pacific coast

930
01:07:23,425 --> 01:07:27,095
highway. And martin luther king, jr. Avenue, the vip records park

931
01:07:28,125 --> 01:07:32,105
to the government operations and efficiency committee for study and subsequent recommendation

932
01:07:32,825 --> 01:07:36,465
to the city council per the city's administrative regulation. Eight dash seven

933
01:07:37,265 --> 01:07:41,125
citywide. Alright, thank you. Uh, so

934
01:07:41,475 --> 01:07:45,465
consistent with, uh, the last motion item. This, uh, let's get a motion in second council

935
01:07:45,945 --> 01:07:49,625
member sorrow. Motion. Who's the second? Second? Council member kerr. Okay. I heard

936
01:07:49,985 --> 01:07:53,945
kerr first. Uh, so this is, this next, uh, proposal

937
01:07:54,165 --> 01:07:57,945
is very special for a, a lot of members of our community because it's really about

938
01:07:58,275 --> 01:08:02,185
leveraging economic development to support and recognize the history and the cultural preservation

939
01:08:03,245 --> 01:08:06,945
of long beach. Um, this item, uh, is about

940
01:08:07,925 --> 01:08:11,695
the refurbishment and the restoration of the iconic vip record sign.

941
01:08:12,525 --> 01:08:16,525
uh, before folks have heard about long beach, one

942
01:08:16,725 --> 01:08:20,685
of the first things they've heard about is some of the culture's been shaped right here in central long beach.

943
01:08:21,345 --> 01:08:25,145
uh, with, uh, the legacy of vip records and, and all

944
01:08:25,365 --> 01:08:29,265
of the global culture that's come out of that. Uh, tonight we have an opportunity to protect and

945
01:08:29,805 --> 01:08:33,555
showcase an important cultural asset, uh, to partner with

946
01:08:34,005 --> 01:08:37,805
a local business. 'cause vip records still exists today, is still operating today,

947
01:08:38,385 --> 01:08:42,165
uh, to support them, uh, while also enriching our own cultural

948
01:08:42,525 --> 01:08:46,245
tapestry and creating a landmark as the world prepares to come

949
01:08:46,585 --> 01:08:50,165
to long beach, it uplifts our central long beach community. But ulti ultimately

950
01:08:51,035 --> 01:08:54,875
uplifts our role as a, a global, uh, sort of I icon

951
01:08:55,165 --> 01:08:59,125
for culture. And so, uh, we're gonna go to the staff presentation. I want

952
01:08:59,325 --> 01:09:02,925
to congratulate and thank, I wanna thank and congratulate, uh, uh, calvin

953
01:09:03,425 --> 01:09:07,205
and tanisha. Calvin and tanisha anderson from vip records here for them, calvin

954
01:09:07,485 --> 01:09:11,325
and tanisha for lifting up our city for many years

955
01:09:12,785 --> 01:09:16,685
and for working. This is a really innovative approach that we've, we've really

956
01:09:16,885 --> 01:09:20,765
found. And I also wanna recognize, uh, theresa chandler and the entire team

957
01:09:21,045 --> 01:09:24,965
in the city manager's office, who's worked for quite some time in april, and everyone who quite

958
01:09:25,165 --> 01:09:28,525
for, worked for quite some time to really get it to this point where we're proud

959
01:09:29,265 --> 01:09:32,835
to hold this agreement up. Uh, and, and finally restore

960
01:09:33,325 --> 01:09:37,265
this sign, uh, back to, uh, the mlk, uh, the

961
01:09:37,685 --> 01:09:41,365
mlk, uh, community and the, um, uh, the pch community.

962
01:09:41,825 --> 01:09:45,805
so that said, let's go to the staff presentation. Well said, mr. Mayor. So, yeah, we

963
01:09:45,925 --> 01:09:49,825
are excited to be here and to present. This has been a long negotiation and a long path to

964
01:09:50,045 --> 01:09:54,005
find the right approach. And we think we really, uh, have a, a good approach here

965
01:09:54,245 --> 01:09:58,245
that, uh, is very beneficial, uh, uh, both to the city and also to the person who

966
01:09:58,445 --> 01:10:02,325
owns the sign, uh, which is kelvin anderson. Uh, that is, uh, a lot of people think that's a city

967
01:10:02,485 --> 01:10:06,245
sign. It's not, it's actually private property. And so we've got a unique agreement here

968
01:10:06,725 --> 01:10:10,365
to be able to use that and restore that cultural asset to the community in the sixth

969
01:10:10,805 --> 01:10:14,725
district, uh, where there's a lot of pride and, uh, be also to have that be part

970
01:10:14,885 --> 01:10:18,745
of our culture, part of our tourism. Uh, and, uh, we're gonna go through what that agreement is

971
01:10:18,965 --> 01:10:22,825
so we all understand, uh, the, a lot of these dollars are, are things that, uh, we use

972
01:10:23,105 --> 01:10:26,925
for promotions of, of the city. And so, uh, that is really its intended purpose

973
01:10:27,425 --> 01:10:31,405
and, uh, we're excited to get into it. So I will turn it to theresa, uh, chandler, one of

974
01:10:31,485 --> 01:10:35,405
our deputy city managers who's been leading this, along with grace yon, our other deputy city manager who's

975
01:10:35,725 --> 01:10:38,305
been really involved. Before you do that, tom,

976
01:10:40,425 --> 01:10:43,605
so when, tell us about the first time you came to long beach

977
01:10:44,765 --> 01:10:48,765
. So, uh, uh, although I live here now with my

978
01:10:48,925 --> 01:10:52,565
family, I, I feel like a, a, a local, you know, long beach person.

979
01:10:53,185 --> 01:10:57,125
uh, actually I'm from a, uh, from arizona and, uh, I drove out here when I was 18

980
01:10:57,245 --> 01:11:00,945
years old. I didn't know anything about a queen mary, I didn't know anything about a downtown or

981
01:11:01,685 --> 01:11:05,665
belmont shore. What I was looking for was to go visit the vip record sign when I was 18 years old.

982
01:11:05,985 --> 01:11:09,845
so, uh, this is important to me as well. Um, so I remember driving there,

983
01:11:10,125 --> 01:11:14,045
finding the sign, taking the picture. Uh, you know, it, you know, it really resonates

984
01:11:14,325 --> 01:11:18,125
with culture and there's still people who ask us about the vip sign and whether it's still in long beach.

985
01:11:19,385 --> 01:11:23,035
that's what we start the presentation with, . Alright, let's continue. . Alright.

986
01:11:23,715 --> 01:11:27,565
good evening, mayor and members of the city council. We are very excited to be here

987
01:11:27,865 --> 01:11:31,845
as we have expressed, um, to talk about this agreement that we have been working

988
01:11:32,105 --> 01:11:36,005
on with kelvin and family and, uh, vip. And so the

989
01:11:36,205 --> 01:11:40,085
agreement, we're gonna talk about the refurbishment, uh, public display and licensing

990
01:11:40,685 --> 01:11:44,605
of the vip record sign, and entering into a sublicensing agreement for five years

991
01:11:45,155 --> 01:11:48,205
with the option to extend for a total of 10 years. And then also recommendation

992
01:11:49,305 --> 01:11:53,275
it, it also includes a request to start the process for naming the proposed site

993
01:11:53,565 --> 01:11:57,075
of the vip sign to be named vip records park.

994
01:11:57,665 --> 01:12:01,465
so we're gonna move along here. So, vip records has

995
01:12:01,685 --> 01:12:05,605
been a meaningful part of long beach's culture, cultural, and creative identity since

996
01:12:05,885 --> 01:12:09,805
opening in 1978, more than a record store, it became a

997
01:12:09,925 --> 01:12:13,745
place where young people could explore music, creativity, and self-expression, and

998
01:12:13,965 --> 01:12:17,845
where local talent found mentorship and opportunity. Under the leadership of

999
01:12:18,165 --> 01:12:21,805
kelvin anderson and his family, vip records grew into a trusted community

1000
01:12:22,375 --> 01:12:26,285
space, one rooted in access and encouragement and belief in young people

1001
01:12:27,465 --> 01:12:31,245
at a time when many neighborhoods were facing real challenges. Vip offered

1002
01:12:31,605 --> 01:12:35,565
a positive and creative outlet grounded in belonging and possibility. The impact

1003
01:12:35,845 --> 01:12:39,805
of the work extended far beyond the walls of the store, helping shape a sound that would

1004
01:12:39,965 --> 01:12:43,925
bring international recognition to long beach, while always remaining deeply connected to the

1005
01:12:44,045 --> 01:12:47,925
community that made it special. When the vip sign was taken down

1006
01:12:48,385 --> 01:12:52,115
in 2018 due to changes in the building's use, the city lost

1007
01:12:52,525 --> 01:12:56,485
a visible symbol of that legacy. This item supports restoring that landmark,

1008
01:12:56,685 --> 01:13:00,325
honoring the anderson family's contributions, and reaffirming the city's commitment

1009
01:13:00,825 --> 01:13:04,565
to preserving cultural in, uh, institutions that reflect long beach's

1010
01:13:04,965 --> 01:13:08,625
creativity, resilience, and pride. So, just as a reminder, um,

1011
01:13:08,985 --> 01:13:12,845
in may, uh, of 2 20 17, the city authorized the city

1012
01:13:13,045 --> 01:13:16,885
manager to execute an agreement with kelvin and family and vip records.

1013
01:13:17,665 --> 01:13:21,505
um, and then in, uh, in 20th of march of 2018, the

1014
01:13:21,725 --> 01:13:25,705
city council approved an ordinance and resolution designating the vip record sign as

1015
01:13:25,925 --> 01:13:29,925
a long beach historical landmark. So, building on that history

1016
01:13:30,335 --> 01:13:34,145
we're really pleased to share that the city has reached an agreement with vip, uh,

1017
01:13:34,365 --> 01:13:38,285
records to bring the sign back in a way that honors its legacy and its meaning to long

1018
01:13:38,565 --> 01:13:42,425
beach. The city will manage the refurbishment of the sign using our

1019
01:13:42,805 --> 01:13:46,525
standard procurement process to select a contractor and ensure the work meets city

1020
01:13:47,045 --> 01:13:50,985
standards. The city will contribute up to 30, uh, 2,200,

1021
01:13:52,545 --> 01:13:56,445
excuse me, 235,000 toward the refurbishment and will also handle the

1022
01:13:56,645 --> 01:14:00,545
transportation and installation of the sign. This funding was approved in

1023
01:14:00,765 --> 01:14:04,045
the fiscal year 23 budget and is currently held with public works.

1024
01:14:05,145 --> 01:14:09,125
the sign will be reinstalled at the southwest corner of pacific coast highway

1025
01:14:09,465 --> 01:14:12,945
in martin luther king, jr. Avenue in fiscal year 25,

1026
01:14:14,035 --> 01:14:18,005
500,000 in measure a funds were allocated through the elevate 28 project

1027
01:14:18,875 --> 01:14:22,605
list for vip records, sign placemaking, and those funds will support

1028
01:14:22,925 --> 01:14:26,805
the site improvement and related development work. So together this allows us to

1029
01:14:27,245 --> 01:14:30,885
preserve the sign, invest in the site, and bring an important piece of long beach's

1030
01:14:31,445 --> 01:14:35,245
cultural history back into public view. So I'm gonna turn it over to grace yoon, who's gonna talk

1031
01:14:35,595 --> 01:14:39,145
more about the agreement. Great, thanks theresa. Um, to

1032
01:14:39,645 --> 01:14:43,445
continue the parameters and the highlights of the agreement, uh, the city receives

1033
01:14:44,085 --> 01:14:47,725
a five year license to publicly display the vip sign

1034
01:14:48,315 --> 01:14:51,685
with the option to extend that term for an additional five years.

1035
01:14:52,385 --> 01:14:56,305
during this period, the city can use the sign in its likeness, so

1036
01:14:56,555 --> 01:15:00,285
including images, logos, replicas in marketing, branding,

1037
01:15:00,845 --> 01:15:04,785
and public events. The agreement allows the city to sub-license the

1038
01:15:05,005 --> 01:15:08,895
sign and its imagery as well for things like events, media

1039
01:15:09,345 --> 01:15:13,265
and merchandise. And any revenue that the city receives from those sub

1040
01:15:13,645 --> 01:15:16,685
licenses is shared 50 50. With vip records,

1041
01:15:17,745 --> 01:15:21,645
the agreement gives the city the first opportunity to purchase the sign. If vip records

1042
01:15:22,195 --> 01:15:26,075
decides to sell it during the term of the agreement, and the city will

1043
01:15:26,365 --> 01:15:29,485
handle routine maintenance of the sign and the site, including

1044
01:15:30,385 --> 01:15:33,965
normal wear and tear and minor issues like small graffiti

1045
01:15:35,145 --> 01:15:39,045
to prepare for larger unexpected repairs, the city will also set aside

1046
01:15:39,475 --> 01:15:42,875
5,000 each year in a dedicated reserve fund.

1047
01:15:43,665 --> 01:15:47,645
the city isn't responsible for major vandalism or damage

1048
01:15:48,075 --> 01:15:51,925
outside normal wear and tear that exceeds the reserve. But we will

1049
01:15:52,275 --> 01:15:56,055
indemnify vip records for third party claims that arise

1050
01:15:57,005 --> 01:16:00,985
directly from city's maintenance or display of the sign. Unless those claims

1051
01:16:02,395 --> 01:16:05,205
stem from vip records, own negligence or misconduct,

1052
01:16:07,325 --> 01:16:11,145
vip records will continue to own the physical sign as well as all

1053
01:16:11,365 --> 01:16:15,125
associated intellectual property, including copyrights and trademarks.

1054
01:16:16,065 --> 01:16:19,845
the agreement includes an annual licensing fee paid to vip

1055
01:16:20,325 --> 01:16:23,845
records, and this is made up of 35,000 in the first year,

1056
01:16:24,665 --> 01:16:28,605
and then 15,000 for each year after that. There's also a

1057
01:16:28,725 --> 01:16:32,685
provision that if sub licensed revenue is unusually high

1058
01:16:32,965 --> 01:16:36,045
in the first two years, so specifically if it exceeds 135,000,

1059
01:16:38,025 --> 01:16:41,585
the city and vip records will revisit the licensing fee

1060
01:16:42,185 --> 01:16:46,075
and negotiate a reasonable adjustment in good faith. If

1061
01:16:46,415 --> 01:16:50,215
vip records chooses not to extend the agreement at the end of the initial

1062
01:16:50,615 --> 01:16:54,575
term, they are responsible for removing the sign and restoring the

1063
01:16:54,735 --> 01:16:58,515
site at their own cost. Once the agreement expires or

1064
01:16:58,795 --> 01:17:02,655
is terminated, the city's licensing payments and other obligations end as well.

1065
01:17:03,635 --> 01:17:07,575
the agreement includes a provision for the city to install a simple structure at the

1066
01:17:07,695 --> 01:17:11,205
site with the design to be determined by the city. In consultation

1067
01:17:11,925 --> 01:17:15,805
with vip records and available funds and resources, vip

1068
01:17:16,205 --> 01:17:20,205
records will have the exclusive right to sell merchandise from that structure during the term

1069
01:17:20,465 --> 01:17:24,225
of the agreement. So these are the main highlights of the agreement and

1070
01:17:24,495 --> 01:17:28,425
additional minor items are described in the city council letter.

1071
01:17:30,735 --> 01:17:34,515
additionally, vip records have asked that the site at pch and

1072
01:17:34,975 --> 01:17:38,885
mlk junior avenue be named vip records, park

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01:17:39,725 --> 01:17:43,685
city staff support this request and are recommending that it move forward through

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01:17:44,175 --> 01:17:48,175
the city's established naming process. So under administrative regulation

1075
01:17:48,865 --> 01:17:52,705
eight dash seven, naming requests for non-par properties,

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01:17:53,745 --> 01:17:57,635
which is this are referred to the government operations and efficiency committee for

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01:17:57,855 --> 01:18:01,575
review, the committee then has 30 days to return its recommendations

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01:18:02,295 --> 01:18:04,375
to the city council for a final decision.

1079
01:18:06,315 --> 01:18:09,915
so once the agreement is approved and executed tonight, public

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01:18:10,335 --> 01:18:14,335
works will begin the process of selecting a contractor to refurbish and install

1081
01:18:14,755 --> 01:18:18,535
the vip sign. As part of that work, public works will be conducting

1082
01:18:19,095 --> 01:18:22,955
some community engagement to discuss the site its use and

1083
01:18:23,555 --> 01:18:27,295
its development, along with continued conversations with vip records.

1084
01:18:28,195 --> 01:18:31,615
and all of this input will help shape the direction of the rfp.

1085
01:18:32,705 --> 01:18:36,655
after the rfp is developed, released, and a contractor is selected,

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01:18:37,155 --> 01:18:41,135
the refurbishment work can begin and we could move forward towards bringing

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01:18:41,235 --> 01:18:43,135
the sign back out into the community.

1088
01:18:45,955 --> 01:18:49,915
so as we move forward, again, I just wanna echo what theresa said. We are

1089
01:18:50,315 --> 01:18:53,895
deeply grateful to calvin anderson and the entire vip

1090
01:18:54,335 --> 01:18:58,275
records family for their decades of creativity, mentorship, and

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01:18:58,615 --> 01:19:02,515
a cultural leadership in long beach. We're excited to

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01:19:02,735 --> 01:19:06,655
honor that legacy, to bring the sign back into public view and to celebrate

1093
01:19:07,295 --> 01:19:11,185
a piece of long beach history that continues to inspire new voices today.

1094
01:19:11,995 --> 01:19:15,835
and so that concludes staff report. We're available for questions along with, um,

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01:19:16,355 --> 01:19:20,085
um, josh hickman with public works and adam jacobs with

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01:19:20,375 --> 01:19:24,195
the city attorney's office, who has really been instrumental in helping us,

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01:19:24,635 --> 01:19:28,575
uh, work through this, uh, contract. And with that, we turn it

1098
01:19:28,695 --> 01:19:32,465
over for any questions. Alright, thank you. We're actually gonna go to public comment first.

1099
01:19:33,235 --> 01:19:36,015
uh, but thank you for that, uh, that informative presentation.

1100
01:19:37,435 --> 01:19:41,315
um, I'm glad to see the city doing right by the anderson family and,

1101
01:19:41,955 --> 01:19:45,895
um, and restoring, uh, this sign, uh, to his glory. We're now gonna

1102
01:19:46,055 --> 01:19:48,235
go to public comment. That's right. Um,

1103
01:19:50,135 --> 01:19:53,205
I have 11 members of the public signed up to speak. Gregory johnson,

1104
01:19:54,655 --> 01:19:58,265
kelvin anderson. Matter of fact, I'm gonna change this order. We're gonna go kelvin and tanisha first,

1105
01:19:59,005 --> 01:20:02,815
then gregory johnson. Dave shukla, alexander serup,

1106
01:20:03,635 --> 01:20:07,005
uh, edwin michael sheriff, uh, tyler, laux,

1107
01:20:08,185 --> 01:20:11,985
uh, sharon digs jackson, stephanie ramos, cornell, vivian

1108
01:20:12,865 --> 01:20:16,085
ulu, and monica nelson. Alright, mr. Kelvin, welcome.

1109
01:20:17,915 --> 01:20:20,965
good evening everyone. Thank you mayor and city council members.

1110
01:20:22,205 --> 01:20:25,425
I am so honored to be here tonight. Uh,

1111
01:20:26,555 --> 01:20:30,335
long time coming. Um, first

1112
01:20:30,685 --> 01:20:34,065
of all, I want to thank the team, grace and

1113
01:20:35,555 --> 01:20:39,405
everybody for staying in touch, keeping us informed and, uh, helping

1114
01:20:39,715 --> 01:20:43,465
move the process along. Uh, definitely want to thank, uh,

1115
01:20:44,185 --> 01:20:47,605
my daughter tanisha, who is my chief of staff that makes everything

1116
01:20:48,345 --> 01:20:51,965
go. My, uh, daughter latasha, who's kind of the president

1117
01:20:52,405 --> 01:20:56,245
of vip, she don't say much, but, uh, when it's important, she will

1118
01:20:56,535 --> 01:21:00,485
speak up. But this is, uh,

1119
01:21:00,705 --> 01:21:04,155
january the 15th of this month would be year number 47

1120
01:21:05,335 --> 01:21:08,845
that I've been on that block and a part of the community. So

1121
01:21:09,615 --> 01:21:12,005
that, that, that's a long time. And, uh,

1122
01:21:13,725 --> 01:21:17,705
uh, this community, uh, long beach is very special to me.

1123
01:21:17,925 --> 01:21:21,505
and, you know, with all of the things that have been spoken of early tonight

1124
01:21:21,985 --> 01:21:25,685
about moving forward with the city, with the amphitheater and

1125
01:21:26,405 --> 01:21:29,875
all of that, long beach is a big art and music

1126
01:21:31,945 --> 01:21:34,985
location and you know, I am just so excited to be

1127
01:21:36,025 --> 01:21:39,625
a part of it. The vip record sign is definitely something in long

1128
01:21:40,105 --> 01:21:44,105
beach, just like basically known, known all around the world

1129
01:21:44,365 --> 01:21:47,815
and stuff in travel. Uh, you know, people would say that,

1130
01:21:48,965 --> 01:21:52,255
uh, vip is definitely

1131
01:21:52,975 --> 01:21:56,595
a part of their, uh, bucket list. And this past summer,

1132
01:21:57,915 --> 01:22:01,355
uh, I mean this past christmas holidays, a lot of the, uh,

1133
01:22:02,055 --> 01:22:05,695
tourists that came through was saying that, hey, it's always

1134
01:22:06,435 --> 01:22:10,315
the first thing a tourist ask is where the vip sign and stuff. And

1135
01:22:10,875 --> 01:22:14,755
to have the opportunity to be able to bring it back in public view is

1136
01:22:14,975 --> 01:22:18,825
just overwhelming to me. Uh, like I say, 47

1137
01:22:19,495 --> 01:22:22,495
years on the block, building a brand such as this

1138
01:22:23,595 --> 01:22:27,055
is, uh, special to me and my family and stuff. So definitely

1139
01:22:27,645 --> 01:22:31,335
look forward to moving forward. Alright, thank you. Congratulations.

1140
01:22:33,155 --> 01:22:37,075
one other very important, I'm sorry everyone but ms.

1141
01:22:37,435 --> 01:22:40,975
run the love, rest in peace and stuff. I have to recognize her because

1142
01:22:41,515 --> 01:22:45,235
she played a very important part of, uh, our

1143
01:22:45,855 --> 01:22:49,695
communication with the city of long beach and her hard work bringing

1144
01:22:50,005 --> 01:22:53,605
this project forward. Thank you. Thank you. Alright,

1145
01:22:54,325 --> 01:22:55,855
tanisha, you're up? I'm up.

1146
01:22:59,735 --> 01:23:03,655
all right. I'm put my spectacles on. Good evening, mr. Mayor and the members of the council. Um,

1147
01:23:03,875 --> 01:23:07,685
those of you that do not know, know me, I'm tanisha anderson. Um, I stand before

1148
01:23:08,005 --> 01:23:12,005
you representing the anderson family and the vip family foundation to make

1149
01:23:12,165 --> 01:23:15,965
sure that you know that vip records sign is more than a record store logo.

1150
01:23:16,865 --> 01:23:20,665
it is cultural staple of long beach, representing a creative home for artists and

1151
01:23:20,965 --> 01:23:24,815
a safe space that has helped shape generations through music, mentorship,

1152
01:23:25,545 --> 01:23:28,865
and opportunity. Our story is deeply woven into the

1153
01:23:29,805 --> 01:23:33,765
cultural fabric of this city. This proposed partnership strongly aligns with the

1154
01:23:33,925 --> 01:23:37,395
grow long beach initiative, which recognizes art, culture,

1155
01:23:37,985 --> 01:23:41,945
and entertainment as essential drivers of economic growth, placemaking and

1156
01:23:42,165 --> 01:23:45,645
community identity, preserving and publicly displaying the iconic

1157
01:23:46,195 --> 01:23:50,045
sign, um, and supporting the naming of the

1158
01:23:50,285 --> 01:23:53,965
vip records park is a powerful way to honor the legacy that could creating

1159
01:23:54,745 --> 01:23:58,085
and inspiring public space for residents and visitors alike.

1160
01:23:59,105 --> 01:24:03,025
naming the vip records park is not simply symbolic. It acknowledges the

1161
01:24:03,275 --> 01:24:07,045
lasting contributions of this local institution that helped

1162
01:24:07,465 --> 01:24:11,405
put long beach on a global cultural map while reinforcing the

1163
01:24:11,525 --> 01:24:15,465
city's commitment to celebrating authentic community history. Vip records remain

1164
01:24:15,885 --> 01:24:19,725
deeply committed to the growth of music and arts, youth engagement and

1165
01:24:20,165 --> 01:24:23,985
cultural preservation. We see the partner this partnership as an

1166
01:24:24,205 --> 01:24:28,085
opportunity to continue serving as a long-term community stakeholder,

1167
01:24:28,875 --> 01:24:32,845
working alongside the city inspire creativity, education, and

1168
01:24:33,205 --> 01:24:36,925
economic opportunity. We are grateful and thankful for the mayor,

1169
01:24:38,305 --> 01:24:42,205
the city council, grayson theresa in the city manager's office

1170
01:24:42,585 --> 01:24:46,485
for continued commitment and supporting. And we respectfully ask for

1171
01:24:46,685 --> 01:24:50,635
your approval of this agreement and the support of the naming of the vip records park.

1172
01:24:51,115 --> 01:24:54,965
this partnership represents a meaningful investment in long beach, past, present, and future.

1173
01:24:56,085 --> 01:25:00,005
I also wanna take a quick moment to say thank you to my father for continuing to get

1174
01:25:00,165 --> 01:25:04,085
up every single day and continuing to serve the people of the

1175
01:25:04,285 --> 01:25:08,125
long beach community and the world abroad on the corner of pch and martin luther

1176
01:25:08,355 --> 01:25:10,405
king. That's right.

1177
01:25:13,275 --> 01:25:17,245
alright, thank you. Alright, next is gregory, then dave.

1178
01:25:19,675 --> 01:25:23,475
good evening. Greg johnson, arts council for long beach arts,

1179
01:25:23,765 --> 01:25:27,525
culture and media entrepreneur based here in long beach, life partner

1180
01:25:27,945 --> 01:25:31,865
of rhonda love. Um, I'm

1181
01:25:32,085 --> 01:25:35,145
almost in tears. Rhonda love was my

1182
01:25:36,555 --> 01:25:40,355
partner and I watched her advocate for the sign.

1183
01:25:41,645 --> 01:25:45,205
I watched the stress of it going through rekindling relationships,

1184
01:25:46,405 --> 01:25:50,275
building a bridge between city government and the community, risking

1185
01:25:50,985 --> 01:25:54,945
her personal physical health in doing so. And

1186
01:25:55,225 --> 01:25:58,635
I'm just so ecstatic to listen and hear that this is finally

1187
01:25:59,665 --> 01:26:03,455
coming to a close. I cannot tell you

1188
01:26:03,695 --> 01:26:07,585
all the whole city that that woman put her life

1189
01:26:08,055 --> 01:26:11,675
on the line to support the community. The anderson family,

1190
01:26:12,335 --> 01:26:16,315
the city of long beach, and she deserves all the credit for keeping

1191
01:26:16,625 --> 01:26:19,825
this project alive and supporting our community.

1192
01:26:20,695 --> 01:26:24,695
congratulations to the anderson family. I've known them since way before I came to

1193
01:26:24,915 --> 01:26:28,795
long beach. Love you all. I love our community and I love this city.

1194
01:26:29,535 --> 01:26:31,835
god bless the memory of rhonda love. I'm gone.

1195
01:26:33,705 --> 01:26:37,265
alright, dave

1196
01:26:37,775 --> 01:26:41,635
shukla and then alexander. Thank you mr. Mayor. City council members, thank you

1197
01:26:41,815 --> 01:26:45,715
for your support on this item. Thank you for getting it right and for the time and effort that

1198
01:26:45,995 --> 01:26:49,855
was put into it. Uh, driving by the vip sign was part of my childhood, uh,

1199
01:26:50,075 --> 01:26:53,255
part of my growing up. I drove by it every day on the way to high school. Um,

1200
01:26:54,395 --> 01:26:57,265
I think this entire episode has important, uh, lessons,

1201
01:26:58,495 --> 01:27:02,175
uh, not only about community resilience and identity, but also, uh,

1202
01:27:02,525 --> 01:27:06,255
about, uh, some of the failures of short term economic thinking in this city and

1203
01:27:06,755 --> 01:27:10,195
economic decisions, especially those that were more, uh, directed towards

1204
01:27:10,795 --> 01:27:14,655
corporatist and kind of out of town or kind of influences. Thank you. Thanks

1205
01:27:15,105 --> 01:27:17,675
dave. Alright, alexander and then edwin.

1206
01:27:19,545 --> 01:27:23,515
yeah, this time means a lot, especially growing up in long beach. I'm one race reserve.

1207
01:27:25,585 --> 01:27:29,445
had to do a lot of culture, a lot of good things. I'm glad that

1208
01:27:29,645 --> 01:27:33,345
the sign is up. That's all I got to say.

1209
01:27:34,615 --> 01:27:38,185
alright. Enough said. Alright, edwin and then tyler.

1210
01:27:41,125 --> 01:27:43,605
hi everybody. Happy new year. Um,

1211
01:27:45,545 --> 01:27:49,375
I understand the, uh, shining new initiatives mentioned throughout the, this

1212
01:27:49,665 --> 01:27:53,335
particular sit down and they're in alignment with what vip does

1213
01:27:54,485 --> 01:27:57,945
and has done. And that's draw. And while a lot of the conversations

1214
01:27:58,745 --> 01:28:02,745
surrounding this situation are of economic impact, I'm here to continue to speak and highlight

1215
01:28:03,145 --> 01:28:06,905
the social. My name is edwin michael sheriff. I've lived in california

1216
01:28:07,435 --> 01:28:11,085
going on three years. I moved here because I got signed. And

1217
01:28:11,875 --> 01:28:15,425
while navigating the ups and downs of this industry, vip

1218
01:28:16,005 --> 01:28:19,825
has been there for me personally. I was born in silver spring,

1219
01:28:20,385 --> 01:28:24,245
maryland, right outside of, uh, washington dc when I was growing up, there was

1220
01:28:24,465 --> 01:28:28,365
a movie theater out there in 99 at a location called lake forest mall. They'd

1221
01:28:28,785 --> 01:28:32,005
gotten rid of it, but I remember what it represented. Family,

1222
01:28:32,855 --> 01:28:36,715
community, and a good time, which is all very important since

1223
01:28:37,135 --> 01:28:40,745
antiquity. And up until now, people have looked for signs to keep going.

1224
01:28:41,235 --> 01:28:44,985
signs of goodwill, love, peace, charity. The vip

1225
01:28:45,425 --> 01:28:49,335
sign is one of those signs. Thank you for honoring the humble request

1226
01:28:49,975 --> 01:28:53,905
that after 46 years of providing those things, we continue

1227
01:28:54,065 --> 01:28:58,025
to bless the community with the sign that they're looking for. Thank you for preserving

1228
01:28:58,545 --> 01:29:02,430
the history and continuing to provide what people still come from all over

1229
01:29:02,670 --> 01:29:06,285
the world to see. Happy new year. Great comments.

1230
01:29:06,825 --> 01:29:09,085
thanks so much. Alright, tyler, then sharon.

1231
01:29:16,385 --> 01:29:20,225
um, good evening mayor and members of the city council. My

1232
01:29:20,445 --> 01:29:24,265
name is tyler and I'm here today to represent young artists to speak in

1233
01:29:24,485 --> 01:29:28,445
support of vip records. The vip sign is more than a sign, it's a

1234
01:29:28,525 --> 01:29:32,235
symbol. It represents creativity, history, and the idea that culture matters

1235
01:29:32,785 --> 01:29:36,685
in the city of long beach. Seeing that sign reminds young people like me that

1236
01:29:37,105 --> 01:29:40,805
art, that music, art and self-expression have a place here

1237
01:29:41,385 --> 01:29:45,365
and that our stories are worth preserving. Vip records has consistently been

1238
01:29:45,725 --> 01:29:49,665
a place where youth has, where, where youth are encouraged, supported, and

1239
01:29:50,165 --> 01:29:54,065
inspired. Not just to dream, but to create. Having access to

1240
01:29:54,485 --> 01:29:58,315
a place that celebrates music, culture and history helps young people believe

1241
01:29:58,825 --> 01:30:02,685
in their own potential. Vip records represents what is possible

1242
01:30:02,845 --> 01:30:06,595
when a, when a community invests in creativity instead of instead

1243
01:30:07,085 --> 01:30:11,085
of overlooking it. It shows us that art can be a pathway, not just a hobby.

1244
01:30:12,035 --> 01:30:15,515
this is important because they preserve culture while also being, while also

1245
01:30:16,205 --> 01:30:19,885
creating opportunity. They connect generations, honor, history,

1246
01:30:20,325 --> 01:30:24,085
and give young people a foundation to build from. When the city support spaces like this, it sends

1247
01:30:24,365 --> 01:30:28,165
a powerful message. I am excited to see how the city will support

1248
01:30:28,485 --> 01:30:32,365
continuing to uplift cultural institutions that have consistently supported young

1249
01:30:32,525 --> 01:30:36,405
artists like me. Thank you for listening and for your commitment to the future of

1250
01:30:36,605 --> 01:30:39,485
long beach. Thank you

1251
01:30:40,865 --> 01:30:44,635
sharon. And then stephanie. Good evening. Um, there's

1252
01:30:45,125 --> 01:30:49,045
some booklets that are being handed out to you that I wanted to be able to share. You guys

1253
01:30:49,165 --> 01:30:53,085
are some of the first ones to see it. Um, dr. Soro, I don't know if you remember,

1254
01:30:53,175 --> 01:30:57,065
about four years ago we said at mamamia and we talked about the

1255
01:30:57,285 --> 01:31:01,085
importa, the importance to the african american community of the corner

1256
01:31:01,425 --> 01:31:05,405
of martin luther king and pch. So I thank you for this support. I thank you

1257
01:31:05,525 --> 01:31:09,465
for helping us to have earmarked that corner to now be realized as

1258
01:31:09,685 --> 01:31:13,525
it is. Um, I stand before you today on behalf of the historically black cultural

1259
01:31:13,965 --> 01:31:17,805
district in the central district, central area of long beach. Just to talk

1260
01:31:18,045 --> 01:31:21,885
about the musical legacy. The booklet there in front of you, it talks about

1261
01:31:22,265 --> 01:31:26,185
all of the musical talent that has was raised, born in

1262
01:31:26,405 --> 01:31:28,885
and around in the central area. It goes from marilyn horn,

1263
01:31:30,425 --> 01:31:34,035
it goes from the harlem globe trotters, uh, song.

1264
01:31:34,745 --> 01:31:38,715
it goes and takes us through. I mean, it's

1265
01:31:39,005 --> 01:31:42,965
just amazing when you think about it. But this booklet working with the port of long beach

1266
01:31:43,385 --> 01:31:46,765
who helped out to sponsor and help with the research. It's sort of the first publication

1267
01:31:47,715 --> 01:31:51,125
that we are presenting to talk about the amazing history of the african

1268
01:31:51,805 --> 01:31:55,725
american community, but also the music musical legacy here in

1269
01:31:55,885 --> 01:31:59,795
long beach. From gospel roots, from rock

1270
01:32:00,085 --> 01:32:03,835
and roll to war. All of these individuals grew

1271
01:32:04,125 --> 01:32:08,005
up in and around, or either graduated from poly high school. So we present this

1272
01:32:08,245 --> 01:32:12,205
to you tonight. It's just the first iteration. It gives us a foundation to begin

1273
01:32:12,445 --> 01:32:15,895
to work off of when we talk about the amphitheater, to truly understand

1274
01:32:16,825 --> 01:32:20,725
our legacy and build forward to kelvin and to

1275
01:32:20,915 --> 01:32:23,655
tanisha. Thank you for your commitment, your unwavering

1276
01:32:25,055 --> 01:32:28,965
faith and willingness to stand through it all. We thank

1277
01:32:29,205 --> 01:32:32,885
you so very, very much for that. And the only other request that I'd have of the city

1278
01:32:33,305 --> 01:32:37,245
is if we could immediately fence off that corner, there is some

1279
01:32:37,445 --> 01:32:41,155
good infrastructure that exists there. That corner is owned by the city. There's

1280
01:32:41,645 --> 01:32:45,645
still plumbing there, there's still some electrical and things like that. So if we can immediately

1281
01:32:46,245 --> 01:32:50,025
fence it off, it will help us as we work to rebuild it. Thank you sharon.

1282
01:32:50,475 --> 01:32:54,245
real quick. Mm-hmm . When did this, when did this come out? Actually, it just came out of

1283
01:32:54,655 --> 01:32:58,405
about a month and a half ago. Okay. A month and a half ago. So we're just starting to distribute it again.

1284
01:32:58,725 --> 01:33:02,725
it was part of a port of long beach sponsorship. Right. So we have copies of this and, and was

1285
01:33:02,925 --> 01:33:06,725
this elite skills? Elite skills development. Congratulations. And the historically black cultural

1286
01:33:07,125 --> 01:33:11,085
district. Okay. And the historically back. This is great. We need, we need to make sure this gets out. And I did

1287
01:33:11,245 --> 01:33:15,245
not know snoop's middle name was za . We try to give you a

1288
01:33:15,365 --> 01:33:19,365
little facts in terms of that. I see that the mery first motown grammy award winner. Y'all need to read this

1289
01:33:19,485 --> 01:33:23,045
book, all of that. So we will start to tribute this more. Thank you so much.

1290
01:33:23,995 --> 01:33:27,305
alright. Just not, just not our copy. Thank you. Um,

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01:33:28,105 --> 01:33:32,045
uh, stephanie and then vivian. Good evening mayor and members of

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01:33:32,245 --> 01:33:36,065
the city council. My name is stephanie ramos and I am a, I'm

1293
01:33:36,285 --> 01:33:40,125
a member of a local nonprofit called the lbc hero squad. The hero squad

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01:33:40,425 --> 01:33:43,525
is a group that organizes community events that are inclusive and welcoming

1295
01:33:44,625 --> 01:33:48,565
for the narrow diverse community of long beach. The hero squad has collaborated

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01:33:48,885 --> 01:33:52,825
with vip records on numerous community events, and that is how I've come to know mr. Anderson

1297
01:33:53,685 --> 01:33:57,685
and his incredible family. While vip records is a music

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01:33:57,925 --> 01:34:01,765
store to most, to families like mine, it means much more. Vip

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01:34:02,125 --> 01:34:06,115
records is a community organ organization that provides not only a rich culture with

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01:34:06,405 --> 01:34:10,285
a world famous musical history, but also of safe space for our neurodiverse

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01:34:10,885 --> 01:34:13,805
community to continue to have access to music and all of its magic.

1302
01:34:15,025 --> 01:34:18,725
the renovation of the sign will bring more attention to this incredible space and that attention

1303
01:34:19,035 --> 01:34:22,365
will allow mr. Anderson and his family to continue the work they do for this community.

1304
01:34:23,465 --> 01:34:27,165
the world knows and loves vip records. There are many examples of people from

1305
01:34:27,525 --> 01:34:31,415
all over the world making it a destination they specifically seek out. You can see many posts

1306
01:34:31,765 --> 01:34:35,445
and videos on social media. So let's show the world that long beach values its culture

1307
01:34:35,825 --> 01:34:39,765
and community. Let's show the world that we love and cherish. Vip records. I

1308
01:34:39,885 --> 01:34:43,845
believe that the work proposed for refurbishing this sign and the work for vip records

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01:34:44,195 --> 01:34:46,325
park will do just that. Thank you.

1310
01:34:48,255 --> 01:34:50,945
alright, thank you vivian. And then monica.

1311
01:34:52,495 --> 01:34:56,145
good evening mayor and members of the city council. I am here in strong support

1312
01:34:56,525 --> 01:35:00,365
of agenda item 32. And I want to be very clear that it is

1313
01:35:00,565 --> 01:35:04,245
a big yes yes to the park. Yes to the sign, and yes to honoring

1314
01:35:04,985 --> 01:35:08,945
the cultural legacy of long beach. The vip record sign is not

1315
01:35:09,165 --> 01:35:13,065
just a sign, it's a landmark of long beach history. It represents the birth and

1316
01:35:13,435 --> 01:35:17,165
rise of west coast hip hop. The power of independent black

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01:35:17,485 --> 01:35:21,335
owned businesses and the global cultural influence that started right

1318
01:35:21,685 --> 01:35:25,405
here in our streets long before long beach was branding itself

1319
01:35:25,705 --> 01:35:29,705
as a creative city. Vip records was the culture, the

1320
01:35:29,925 --> 01:35:33,625
driver of that amplifying voices, telling stories, and

1321
01:35:33,965 --> 01:35:37,725
putting long beach on the map worldwide. Preserving and publicly displaying

1322
01:35:38,285 --> 01:35:42,125
the sign is an act of cultural stewardship. It says that long beach

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01:35:42,345 --> 01:35:46,165
values its history, not just the polished parts, but the

1324
01:35:46,365 --> 01:35:50,245
authentic community rooted stories that shaped generations. I also

1325
01:35:50,445 --> 01:35:54,445
want to say this plainly, the $170,000 is not enough

1326
01:35:55,425 --> 01:35:58,725
for an icon of this magnitude for a symbol that carries international

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01:35:59,445 --> 01:36:03,185
recognition and deep local meaning this investment should

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01:36:03,605 --> 01:36:07,485
be viewed as a floor, not a ceiling. If we are serious about

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01:36:07,805 --> 01:36:11,765
honoring cultural assets, supporting creative economies and

1330
01:36:11,965 --> 01:36:15,925
leveraging public private partnerships, then we must be willing to invest

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01:36:16,245 --> 01:36:19,965
accordingly. Naming the park, preserving the sign, and committing

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01:36:20,525 --> 01:36:24,525
to its long-term visibility sends a powerful message that long beach

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01:36:24,725 --> 01:36:28,615
doesn't just benefit from culture. We protect it. Thank

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01:36:29,085 --> 01:36:31,565
you. Thank you.

1335
01:36:33,155 --> 01:36:35,205
alright. Uh, next speaker please.

1336
01:36:38,065 --> 01:36:41,805
hi, monica nelson and I met kelvin and last year at the art

1337
01:36:42,075 --> 01:36:45,965
expo. And ever since I met him I've been a supporter. But I have a quote from a friend of

1338
01:36:46,165 --> 01:36:50,165
mine who was there from the beginning. Um, the world famous vip record

1339
01:36:50,395 --> 01:36:54,365
sign is not just a sign, it's a staple of long beach excellence in music

1340
01:36:54,665 --> 01:36:58,565
and a symbol of west coast hip hop in its greatest era. The vip record

1341
01:36:58,755 --> 01:37:02,735
shop with a place you could go physically go and win at the beginnings of a great hip hop era, especially

1342
01:37:03,405 --> 01:37:07,405
in the nineties. And the sign is a reflection of community and strength. We all miss driving

1343
01:37:07,685 --> 01:37:10,685
down pch and seeing it. And that's a quote from my friend

1344
01:37:11,795 --> 01:37:15,645
garrett henderson, aka hollywood who was there with snoop,

1345
01:37:15,965 --> 01:37:17,715
warren g badass, and all the local legends.

1346
01:37:20,105 --> 01:37:23,905
so I'm, I'm just wanna show my support and

1347
01:37:24,285 --> 01:37:28,285
I draft me, mr. Mayor got a cigar for you after . I can't accept the cigar,

1348
01:37:28,625 --> 01:37:32,205
but thank you. I appreciate the sentiment. Thank you so much.

1349
01:37:32,875 --> 01:37:36,685
next speaker, please. Okay. Um, my name is sylvia burrow

1350
01:37:37,145 --> 01:37:41,145
and I just realized, um, I came here with kelvin and

1351
01:37:41,485 --> 01:37:45,045
I realized after listening to everyone, I wish I would've put my name on the list

1352
01:37:45,595 --> 01:37:49,565
because I can personally attempt. So you just told yourself I didn't even know your name was on the list. Keep going.

1353
01:37:50,205 --> 01:37:54,145
. I'm sorry. . I personally, I'm a photographer and

1354
01:37:54,405 --> 01:37:57,845
I personally sat in the store, worked from the store with kelvin for approximately

1355
01:37:58,665 --> 01:38:02,125
six years. And I was the, um, promoter

1356
01:38:03,105 --> 01:38:07,005
of his facebook page, his personal page. And I can

1357
01:38:07,205 --> 01:38:11,085
tell you that there was not more than one or two days that one by, that

1358
01:38:11,325 --> 01:38:15,065
someone did not come from across the united states or

1359
01:38:15,465 --> 01:38:19,365
out of another country. If you go to his facebook page, you'll see posts from me

1360
01:38:19,525 --> 01:38:23,245
like china and japan in the house, uh, brothers from

1361
01:38:23,645 --> 01:38:27,645
denmark, uh, frank from jersey. There was literally, um, a dj

1362
01:38:27,915 --> 01:38:31,725
that brought his daughter in from florida. He was a famous dj. And I,

1363
01:38:32,085 --> 01:38:35,765
I witnessed this almost every other day and I documented it.

1364
01:38:36,205 --> 01:38:39,905
everyone wanted a picture with him in front of the sign that's

1365
01:38:40,345 --> 01:38:44,285
inside the store, the replica. And it's just, when they

1366
01:38:44,585 --> 01:38:48,365
say world famous vip, it's just that world. I've seen people

1367
01:38:48,715 --> 01:38:52,565
come from everywhere to the store and I thank you for

1368
01:38:52,765 --> 01:38:56,105
the, the interest in vipi thank you for

1369
01:38:56,865 --> 01:39:00,785
the, the shoppers there and I'm proud and

1370
01:39:01,005 --> 01:39:04,925
blessed to have spent as much time inside the store and witnessed this. And, and I

1371
01:39:05,065 --> 01:39:08,865
am a record buyer still today. And

1372
01:39:09,365 --> 01:39:13,285
I love the store and I thank you for what you're doing. Thank you. Thank you so much.

1373
01:39:14,115 --> 01:39:18,045
alright, so before we go to a vote, uh, I want

1374
01:39:18,245 --> 01:39:22,205
to let the council know and let, um, the andersons know that we're gonna take a photo,

1375
01:39:22,905 --> 01:39:26,585
uh, right after the council vote, uh, with kelvin and tanisha. But we want, but

1376
01:39:26,965 --> 01:39:30,145
I, I want to note something why this is significant. So

1377
01:39:31,445 --> 01:39:34,765
I remember when the, uh, the seven 11 came in

1378
01:39:35,545 --> 01:39:39,525
and all the drama. This was eight, nine years ago when all the

1379
01:39:39,645 --> 01:39:43,605
drama and all the questions, the right, the, the questions, uh, were generated from the

1380
01:39:43,685 --> 01:39:47,605
community of what will happen to this sign. And there was a

1381
01:39:47,725 --> 01:39:51,475
lot of interest, uh, on all sides. But I'm proud that

1382
01:39:52,035 --> 01:39:55,755
tonight we're getting some closure on that. And the sign is returning

1383
01:39:56,585 --> 01:40:00,485
to king and pch with this action tonight. It was not

1384
01:40:00,645 --> 01:40:04,365
easy to get here. It took a lot of, uh, conversation and trust building.

1385
01:40:04,785 --> 01:40:08,565
and I remember having the conversations with the anderson family saying, hey, you know,

1386
01:40:08,865 --> 01:40:12,445
the city, you know, I've been promised this before. And it was a lot of

1387
01:40:12,875 --> 01:40:16,765
like, hey, let's, let's take steps toward building this trust and getting this right.

1388
01:40:17,305 --> 01:40:21,185
uh, because this is incredibly important for what it represents for all of us. And,

1389
01:40:22,225 --> 01:40:26,045
uh, you know, this is, uh, you know, I wanna quote someone

1390
01:40:26,345 --> 01:40:30,245
who said a floor, someone said a floor. I think it was viv vivian. It is a floor

1391
01:40:30,555 --> 01:40:33,685
because built into this is the opportunity for economic development

1392
01:40:34,625 --> 01:40:38,285
and revenue share. And when the sign is it's in storage, there's

1393
01:40:38,685 --> 01:40:42,605
no opportunities to, for it to have life and for it to be used in film

1394
01:40:42,845 --> 01:40:46,765
shoots and video shoots and generate licensing and all of those, uh, those

1395
01:40:47,005 --> 01:40:50,925
revenue opportunities, uh, that's how we increase the floor. I'll also

1396
01:40:51,165 --> 01:40:55,125
shape this as an invitation. Uh, this is an opportunity for the businesses who

1397
01:40:55,285 --> 01:40:58,765
are here and long beach city college is right across the street with a big old budget.

1398
01:40:59,425 --> 01:41:02,925
so if you want to see this floor grow, this is an opportunity to sponsor

1399
01:41:03,505 --> 01:41:07,485
and license and be a part because we're all a part of that, that shared community. Long

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01:41:07,685 --> 01:41:10,925
beach city college is one of the biggest anchors to the historically black

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01:41:11,805 --> 01:41:15,265
cultural district. So we look forward to working together to really uplift,

1402
01:41:16,185 --> 01:41:19,895
uh, uh, vip but really that historic district. Uh, there,

1403
01:41:20,505 --> 01:41:24,345
uh, we're gonna go to the council comments and then we'll have our council vote, and then we're gonna, uh,

1404
01:41:24,565 --> 01:41:27,695
take the photo council member sorrow. Yes, thank you, mayor.

1405
01:41:28,785 --> 01:41:32,225
um, yeah, this is such a pivotal moment

1406
01:41:32,985 --> 01:41:36,765
and it's actually a moment of healing because of what the mayors

1407
01:41:37,165 --> 01:41:41,085
just shared, that it's been through a lot beyond then just when the

1408
01:41:41,245 --> 01:41:44,965
sign had to be restored, the founding of it so much, uh, literal

1409
01:41:45,735 --> 01:41:48,925
blood, sweat and tears that's been poured into the creation

1410
01:41:49,745 --> 01:41:53,325
and the operation, but also the, the carrying

1411
01:41:53,825 --> 01:41:57,635
of, uh, the legacy. And while it's worldly

1412
01:41:58,525 --> 01:42:02,325
recognized, it's always been a source of local pride. And that

1413
01:42:02,605 --> 01:42:06,325
is something that people in central long beach hold fiercely dear to their

1414
01:42:06,805 --> 01:42:10,305
heart and will fight you on anything that is,

1415
01:42:10,985 --> 01:42:14,965
um, you know, disputing otherwise about what comes from central long beach.

1416
01:42:15,165 --> 01:42:18,225
and that's what, uh, I think brings the passion around,

1417
01:42:19,185 --> 01:42:23,065
uh, the community that supports and uplift the anderson family. And

1418
01:42:23,285 --> 01:42:26,875
thank you calvin, uh, for your perseverance and tanisha

1419
01:42:27,825 --> 01:42:31,635
and the whole family for making sure that this legacy continues on even when

1420
01:42:31,945 --> 01:42:35,645
the physical placement of the, the, the store

1421
01:42:36,305 --> 01:42:40,285
has shifted in the record and, you know, and it's evolving. And that's what this process

1422
01:42:40,665 --> 01:42:44,445
has been. I wanna give thanks to different staff who have worked through

1423
01:42:44,685 --> 01:42:48,665
this from linda tatum, and then it went on to, I think april, and

1424
01:42:48,885 --> 01:42:52,845
then went to theresa and then it went to grace. So, um, a lot of

1425
01:42:53,415 --> 01:42:57,145
staff member have been part of this from across the different teams who are

1426
01:42:57,515 --> 01:43:00,945
also even not here, um, previous, um,

1427
01:43:02,305 --> 01:43:06,275
you know, elected as well who all wanna see the succeed despite

1428
01:43:06,765 --> 01:43:09,855
the journey it's taken. And we're all very excited and really proud

1429
01:43:11,025 --> 01:43:14,915
and honored to be able to move to the next phase of being able to restore

1430
01:43:15,425 --> 01:43:19,325
the sign back to if, if not, uh, a little shinier than it was because

1431
01:43:19,725 --> 01:43:23,605
it's been outdoors for so many years. But also to have it

1432
01:43:23,785 --> 01:43:27,565
be, um, be in a, I know that it has to go through a process

1433
01:43:28,145 --> 01:43:32,005
to be able to designate that open space across the street of the

1434
01:43:32,445 --> 01:43:35,885
original plate. Vip record location as a vip records,

1435
01:43:36,905 --> 01:43:40,605
uh, park. I'm very supportive of that. I know it needs to go to the goe,

1436
01:43:41,505 --> 01:43:45,365
but I think that this is, again, it's gonna be more than a park because it needs

1437
01:43:45,565 --> 01:43:49,285
to be a commemorative park given the legacy, uh, of this

1438
01:43:49,595 --> 01:43:53,545
sign. But also so many talent that's been birthed as

1439
01:43:53,765 --> 01:43:57,745
well as celebrated and uplifted and is shining internationally to showcase us

1440
01:43:58,025 --> 01:44:01,665
as a city, to make us proud and to also continue to,

1441
01:44:02,265 --> 01:44:06,205
um, inspire the next generation of talent, but also to really

1442
01:44:06,875 --> 01:44:10,785
inspire those who may not have much personally in

1443
01:44:11,005 --> 01:44:14,685
possession but inspire. But but for those who can be enriched,

1444
01:44:15,585 --> 01:44:19,115
um, in, in, um, personally nurturing

1445
01:44:19,725 --> 01:44:23,365
their top their pride and feeling that they can make a contribution in that world. And that's,

1446
01:44:23,745 --> 01:44:27,745
for me, what I see the hope of this sign is to really inspiring those who

1447
01:44:28,045 --> 01:44:31,945
may not have hope, who may feel like they don't have a contribution. And

1448
01:44:32,165 --> 01:44:36,165
so this has been a shiny diamond in the district that

1449
01:44:36,425 --> 01:44:40,205
now can finally be set in a ring, uh, and present

1450
01:44:40,525 --> 01:44:43,985
it to the world. I like to think about it that way so that we can all,

1451
01:44:44,865 --> 01:44:48,585
um, take a picture with it. But more than anything to remember, um,

1452
01:44:49,025 --> 01:44:52,765
its contribution to the music movement, but the cultural movement of america.

1453
01:44:53,945 --> 01:44:57,645
so, uh, I'm very excited to be able to work, uh, with calvin,

1454
01:44:58,345 --> 01:45:02,325
um, and the family and the community in the way that we can also ensure that

1455
01:45:02,525 --> 01:45:06,405
there is economic development in that corridor. Not just having that sign

1456
01:45:06,645 --> 01:45:10,205
there, but making sure that whole area in that corridor is improved

1457
01:45:10,785 --> 01:45:14,525
and uplifted so that we can develop the area

1458
01:45:15,265 --> 01:45:19,105
as a tourist destination and where rightfully should be so that people can

1459
01:45:19,325 --> 01:45:22,775
come and visit and shop and, and join music and entertainment there.

1460
01:45:23,625 --> 01:45:26,825
uh, so thank you so much everyone for your con

1461
01:45:27,925 --> 01:45:31,745
contribu contribution as far as continuing to root and also to,

1462
01:45:32,545 --> 01:45:36,285
um, lend advocacy that we wanna make sure this always

1463
01:45:37,045 --> 01:45:40,165
continue to move forward and, um, be celebrated. So thanks.

1464
01:45:41,675 --> 01:45:45,605
alright. Thank you. Uh, council member kerr. Yes, I wanna thank all the

1465
01:45:45,685 --> 01:45:49,605
public speakers who shared their stories tonight and their experiences. And when

1466
01:45:49,765 --> 01:45:53,285
you look at the depth and breadth of age and experience of folks who spoke tonight,

1467
01:45:53,985 --> 01:45:57,945
it very much reflects the city that I was born in, raised in, and that I love so

1468
01:45:58,165 --> 01:46:02,125
much. Uh, I wanna thank the team for speaking so eloquently to

1469
01:46:02,285 --> 01:46:06,085
the history when you talked about this item. That it's not just about business, that

1470
01:46:06,325 --> 01:46:10,285
it's about who we are, um, and who we are as community, um, and

1471
01:46:10,485 --> 01:46:14,325
what the sign represents and means to so many. And while it was a destination

1472
01:46:14,745 --> 01:46:18,645
for a young tom moca as he came to california, and so many

1473
01:46:18,825 --> 01:46:22,765
who come here from around the world, uh, for me and for my family, we have been

1474
01:46:22,885 --> 01:46:26,865
fortunate that has been part of the backdrop of the growing up here in long beach. Uh,

1475
01:46:27,185 --> 01:46:30,925
it was on the way to my dad's office downtown. It was on my way to high school every

1476
01:46:31,205 --> 01:46:35,085
day downtown at st. Anthony. And it was there every day that I drove eight years to

1477
01:46:35,245 --> 01:46:39,065
and from poly high school to take my children to school. Um, it

1478
01:46:39,285 --> 01:46:43,005
is a collective history rooted, um, in a community that is resilient

1479
01:46:43,385 --> 01:46:47,045
and so important to who we are as long beach. And I'm grateful that we are at this space

1480
01:46:47,415 --> 01:46:51,375
today. So I'm thrilled we have reached this agreement. Thank

1481
01:46:51,725 --> 01:46:55,405
you kelvin and tanisha and the whole anderson family, thank you for trusting

1482
01:46:55,885 --> 01:46:59,805
us to finally get it done. And I look forward to seeing the sign back on the

1483
01:46:59,925 --> 01:47:03,765
corner where it belongs in our community. Thank you. Thank you. Council member thrash and took.

1484
01:47:04,745 --> 01:47:08,605
all right. Um, good evening. I believe that long beach

1485
01:47:09,025 --> 01:47:12,965
is really, really lucky to have something as special as vip

1486
01:47:13,445 --> 01:47:17,435
records. Um, it's already been noted that six since 1978, it's

1487
01:47:17,725 --> 01:47:21,705
been a big part of the sound culture and identity of the city and

1488
01:47:21,945 --> 01:47:24,845
hip hop across southern california and noted as the world.

1489
01:47:25,965 --> 01:47:29,565
I wanna start by thanking kelvin anderson sr. For everything

1490
01:47:30,165 --> 01:47:33,765
that he has poured into this community, uh, and the people,

1491
01:47:34,465 --> 01:47:37,595
uh, who can tell stories about what you've done so unselfishly,

1492
01:47:38,665 --> 01:47:41,885
um, in connecting with young people and artists in our community.

1493
01:47:43,285 --> 01:47:47,135
vip records was more than just a store. It was a place young

1494
01:47:47,485 --> 01:47:51,085
people could find their voice, develop their talent, and stay connected to something

1495
01:47:51,805 --> 01:47:55,555
positive, especially during a very difficult time, uh, in our city.

1496
01:47:56,275 --> 01:47:59,845
because of that, as we've just received tonight, there are so many notable

1497
01:48:00,325 --> 01:48:04,285
artists that grew up right here in long beach and they have taken

1498
01:48:04,595 --> 01:48:08,285
that sound for the entire world to hear. The vip record

1499
01:48:08,715 --> 01:48:12,685
sign that we're talking about tonight is so easily recognizable and it

1500
01:48:12,885 --> 01:48:16,705
means a whole lot to a lot of people. It is reminder of how

1501
01:48:16,925 --> 01:48:20,915
music shaped, uh, this local neighborhood and helped define the city

1502
01:48:21,585 --> 01:48:25,365
as to who we are. That's why the city's decision to designate

1503
01:48:25,985 --> 01:48:29,365
it as a historical landmark in our community is so important,

1504
01:48:30,145 --> 01:48:33,945
and to make sure that we bring it back in such a visible and permanent way.

1505
01:48:34,885 --> 01:48:38,565
I appreciate the partnership, um, with vip records and the community

1506
01:48:39,285 --> 01:48:43,035
outreach that's been done so far. I'm so very grateful to our city staff that

1507
01:48:43,325 --> 01:48:47,125
have continued to pick up the mantle and keep moving forward with ensuring

1508
01:48:47,475 --> 01:48:51,445
that we repaired the trust and the opportunity to be able to showcase

1509
01:48:52,195 --> 01:48:56,165
this iconic, um, item on pch and martin luther

1510
01:48:56,515 --> 01:49:00,165
king jr. Avenue. I know that there's still work to do

1511
01:49:00,595 --> 01:49:04,485
with the refurbishment, but I'm really glad to know that tanisha and kelvin's

1512
01:49:05,005 --> 01:49:09,005
insight will be part of that process. And as I understand it,

1513
01:49:09,365 --> 01:49:12,535
lbcc is nearby and there may be opportunities for additional

1514
01:49:13,605 --> 01:49:17,405
expanded, uh, outreach and revitalization, uh, within the community.

1515
01:49:18,465 --> 01:49:21,565
so this is long overdue and this is our chance to celebrate

1516
01:49:22,515 --> 01:49:26,395
history, a true local legacy, and to make sure that future generations

1517
01:49:27,105 --> 01:49:30,965
and seeing this young woman here today is a reminder, um, that this

1518
01:49:31,165 --> 01:49:35,045
story is not over and there is more to come. Um, I'm happy

1519
01:49:35,305 --> 01:49:38,805
to, uh, support this item. And mayor, thank you so much for obliging

1520
01:49:39,325 --> 01:49:42,885
me and my interest in having a photo tonight with the council and those who we honor,

1521
01:49:43,705 --> 01:49:47,275
uh, tonight with the vip record signed. Thank you. Alright, that

1522
01:49:47,725 --> 01:49:50,165
concludes the rest of the council comments. We'll have a roll call. Vote please.

1523
01:49:52,245 --> 01:49:52,425
district two

1524
01:49:56,305 --> 01:49:59,785
aye. District three aye. District four. Aye.

1525
01:50:00,565 --> 01:50:04,305
district five. Aye. District six. Aye. District seven aye.

1526
01:50:04,965 --> 01:50:08,565
district eight. Aye. District nine. Aye. Motion is carried.

1527
01:50:09,065 --> 01:50:12,745
all right. The council will join us down. Uh, uh

1528
01:53:00,335 --> 01:53:04,125
all right everyone, we're gonna reconvene the council early sixties. Thank

1529
01:53:04,475 --> 01:53:08,415
you so much. Yeah, I'm a 73-year-old . Hey

1530
01:53:08,635 --> 01:53:11,755
fran. Hey fran.

1531
01:53:12,975 --> 01:53:13,465
hey, mr. Fran.

1532
01:53:17,065 --> 01:53:17,065
fran.

1533
01:53:30,195 --> 01:53:32,895
all right. It's a whole lot of people waiting on the next couple agenda items.

1534
01:53:41,045 --> 01:53:41,505
mm-hmm .

1535
01:53:47,635 --> 01:53:51,455
all right. It settled down. It settled down enough. Okay, we're gonna continue.

1536
01:53:52,035 --> 01:53:54,165
uh, we're go to item number 11, next

1537
01:53:56,155 --> 01:53:59,895
report from economic development and opportunity recommendation to adopt specifications

1538
01:54:00,435 --> 01:54:04,055
and award a contract to ike smart city for the design

1539
01:54:04,565 --> 01:54:07,165
project management, software development, manufacturing,

1540
01:54:08,735 --> 01:54:12,615
construction and installation, content management, operations and maintenance

1541
01:54:13,515 --> 01:54:17,415
and advertising sales of a digital kiosk network up to 50

1542
01:54:17,875 --> 01:54:21,635
kiosks for a period of 10 years with the option to renew for

1543
01:54:21,995 --> 01:54:25,795
one additional 10 year period and authorized to execute all

1544
01:54:26,215 --> 01:54:29,855
documents necessary to enter into the contract, including any necessary subsequent amendments

1545
01:54:30,535 --> 01:54:34,535
citywide. Alright, so, uh, in terms of the order

1546
01:54:34,795 --> 01:54:38,525
and announced this earlier, I announced it again. So we're handling this item, item

1547
01:54:38,815 --> 01:54:42,695
36. Then you have public comment. You have,

1548
01:54:43,155 --> 01:54:46,765
uh, 33, 35, 37, which are renewals of bids.

1549
01:54:47,555 --> 01:54:51,045
uh, and then we have some ordinances take care of. So that's the order tonight. Alright.

1550
01:54:51,645 --> 01:54:55,575
this is, uh, this item 11 is in keeping with, uh, uh, the

1551
01:54:55,775 --> 01:54:59,275
theme tonight. Grow long beach. We are growing our revenue. Uh,

1552
01:54:59,835 --> 01:55:03,835
we just had a proposal on amphitheater, which is a public comment. Uh,

1553
01:55:04,155 --> 01:55:08,015
excuse me. That's not what we do here. For people who are here as you know

1554
01:55:08,175 --> 01:55:11,775
that there's public comment, some people are here as well.

1555
01:55:12,705 --> 01:55:16,615
there are a lot of people here waiting. Yeah. Raise your hand if you're waiting on your item.

1556
01:55:18,365 --> 01:55:22,275
thank you. So we don't take your priority over everyone else. Let's respect

1557
01:55:22,875 --> 01:55:26,755
everyone's time. I stated the order, and then we're gonna continue

1558
01:55:26,915 --> 01:55:30,915
with the order. Thank you so much. Okay. So, so in this item

1559
01:55:31,365 --> 01:55:34,825
again, uh, this is a proposal for a digital network,

1560
01:55:35,935 --> 01:55:37,855
uh, that helps generate about $1.4 million

1561
01:55:39,995 --> 01:55:43,765
a year in annual revenue that is in keeping with our work on the amphitheater,

1562
01:55:44,465 --> 01:55:48,305
our work on, uh, cultural preservation with the vip sign. And

1563
01:55:48,525 --> 01:55:52,485
now we have, uh, a new way for to do digital way finding in our city

1564
01:55:53,065 --> 01:55:56,525
in a way that is, is modern and sleek and generates revenue for our city.

1565
01:55:57,185 --> 01:56:01,145
uh, this, uh, uh, is, is, uh, an important, uh,

1566
01:56:01,405 --> 01:56:05,245
presentation we're gonna hear from. Thank you so much.

1567
01:56:06,415 --> 01:56:09,885
thank you. Us president. We've been asking you for help. Thank you so much.

1568
01:56:10,595 --> 01:56:14,445
okay. I've sat with so we're gonna, we're we're, I've already emailed

1569
01:56:14,765 --> 01:56:18,625
you the proposals, dr. So you just gonna do your

1570
01:56:18,785 --> 01:56:20,025
own public comment on your own?

1571
01:56:23,125 --> 01:56:25,735
you, you don't wanna hear what we have to say. Say reality

1572
01:56:28,525 --> 01:56:32,445
by the rules. Yeah. You trying acknowledge the

1573
01:56:32,665 --> 01:56:36,105
reality b******t. You're welcome to wait till public comment or you can leave.

1574
01:56:37,055 --> 01:56:40,865
it's that simple public. Thank you so much as the

1575
01:56:41,065 --> 01:56:45,065
chair of the meeting, I establish when these things take place, but thank you

1576
01:56:45,145 --> 01:56:47,625
so much, everyone. All right,

1577
01:56:49,205 --> 01:56:52,825
I'm gonna, I'm gonna respect everyone who's waiting patiently for their items who are coming forward.

1578
01:56:53,755 --> 01:56:57,225
thank you. You know that they're here, they're staying in our city.

1579
01:56:58,245 --> 01:57:01,905
not only that, I have proof that long beach pd. Thank you.

1580
01:57:02,405 --> 01:57:05,675
and we'll hear all about it at public. Comment at seven night.

1581
01:57:07,755 --> 01:57:11,145
these council meetings go till 11 o'clock sometimes. Okay, then you thank you.

1582
01:57:11,875 --> 01:57:14,945
thank you. That's the spirit. All right, so now we're gonna go to the presentation.

1583
01:57:16,445 --> 01:57:20,345
before we do the present, we're gonna go to the presentation. Before we do presentation, can we get a motion in a second?

1584
01:57:20,565 --> 01:57:24,455
we need a motion in a second. So moved. Alright, moved. Eight guys,

1585
01:57:25,055 --> 01:57:28,905
kirk and eight and five. We'll start our staff presentation. Thank

1586
01:57:29,145 --> 01:57:32,895
you. Thank you, mr. Mayor. So, uh, as you mentioned, this is another

1587
01:57:33,175 --> 01:57:37,105
part of our grow long beach strategy. Uh, we're incredibly excited, uh, to bring

1588
01:57:37,455 --> 01:57:41,295
this to you. And you're gonna see this in a different couple different phases. It's gonna start in downtown,

1589
01:57:41,535 --> 01:57:45,535
but we've really thought about citywide equity as well. Uh, this is up to 50 kiosks that

1590
01:57:45,615 --> 01:57:49,335
we can distribute throughout the city. Uh, and so you're really, uh, gonna hear about this

1591
01:57:49,795 --> 01:57:53,175
and the investment. And then also, uh, how this is gonna help do public

1592
01:57:53,815 --> 01:57:57,775
advertising as well for, uh, community messaging. Uh, and then we also have the ability to work

1593
01:57:57,895 --> 01:58:01,615
with our small business as part of it. So I will turn it over to beau martinez to walk through the presentation.

1594
01:58:04,355 --> 01:58:08,105
thank you. City manager moca, uh, mayor, city council, beau martinez,

1595
01:58:08,665 --> 01:58:12,585
director of economic development. Um, this item provides an overview of recommended

1596
01:58:13,385 --> 01:58:17,225
contract with ikes mark city to implement a citywide kiosk network.

1597
01:58:18,455 --> 01:58:22,445
this proposal is a strategic citywide investment in how

1598
01:58:22,685 --> 01:58:26,365
our city communicates, navigates, and act activates its public spaces.

1599
01:58:27,775 --> 01:58:31,405
this network of digital kiosk will improve way finding, expand

1600
01:58:31,825 --> 01:58:35,265
access to real-time infra city information, promote local

1601
01:58:35,865 --> 01:58:39,505
businesses and events, and enhance the pedestrian experience across

1602
01:58:40,185 --> 01:58:43,805
downtown, the waterfront, and throughout our neighborhood commercial corridors.

1603
01:58:45,345 --> 01:58:49,285
as the mayor mentioned, this initiative also reflects how we are leveraging city owned assets through

1604
01:58:49,645 --> 01:58:53,565
the grow long beach initiative and the creation of the rise division

1605
01:58:54,165 --> 01:58:57,205
renovation, re revenue, innovation, and strategic enhancements

1606
01:58:58,505 --> 01:59:01,835
to responsibly diversify the city's economy and revenue streams.

1607
01:59:03,075 --> 01:59:06,945
this revenue sharing partnership with ike smart city will generate new and

1608
01:59:07,165 --> 01:59:11,005
recurring revenues to support the high quality community services

1609
01:59:11,825 --> 01:59:15,095
and amenities our residents and visitors enjoy.

1610
01:59:16,225 --> 01:59:19,965
but most importantly, as we think about the revenue innovation and strategic,

1611
01:59:20,645 --> 01:59:24,405
strategic enhancements, not only along with the waterfront, but throughout the city as tonight

1612
01:59:24,805 --> 01:59:27,925
you hear with the long beach amphitheater project, it's gonna generate over $7 million

1613
01:59:29,025 --> 01:59:32,845
during the lifetime of that project. This project's gonna generate

1614
01:59:33,075 --> 01:59:36,805
over $28 million over the lifetime of the projects, thus equaling over

1615
01:59:37,085 --> 01:59:41,085
$35 million in new revenue generating opportunities in the city

1616
01:59:41,285 --> 01:59:44,245
tonight. So with that, I'd like to have eric romero,

1617
01:59:45,345 --> 01:59:47,525
our waterfront development bureau, complete the presentation.

1618
01:59:49,355 --> 01:59:53,145
good evening mayor and city council. In may, 2025, the

1619
01:59:53,365 --> 01:59:56,965
city issued a request for proposals to select a partner to implement a digital

1620
01:59:57,415 --> 02:00:01,125
kiosk network in long beach. The rfp outlined a variety of goals, which

1621
02:00:01,605 --> 02:00:05,485
emphasized balancing the kiosk commercial goals with quality of life, minimizing upfront

1622
02:00:05,805 --> 02:00:09,805
and ongoing costs for the city to implement and manage the kiosks, generating new revenue

1623
02:00:10,065 --> 02:00:13,205
to the city, and supporting community based organizations and small businesses.

1624
02:00:14,265 --> 02:00:17,685
one proposal was submitted in response to the rfp by ike smart city, llc.

1625
02:00:18,845 --> 02:00:22,405
a committee of city staff evaluated the proposal based on the company's experience implementing

1626
02:00:23,045 --> 02:00:26,965
similar projects, the proposed project plan, the kiosk design and

1627
02:00:27,405 --> 02:00:31,205
functionality, and the financial proposal. Thank you.

1628
02:00:32,985 --> 02:00:36,985
ike. Smart city is a market leader in partnering with municipalities to design, deploy, and

1629
02:00:37,205 --> 02:00:40,365
operate digital kiosk networks, and is well qualified to lead this project.

1630
02:00:41,265 --> 02:00:45,085
the company has installed and currently operates more than 700 kiosks in 23 cities

1631
02:00:45,375 --> 02:00:48,245
nationwide, several of which are highlighted, uh, here on the screen.

1632
02:00:49,545 --> 02:00:53,445
ike smart city has the in-house expertise required to successfully deploy, manage,

1633
02:00:53,865 --> 02:00:57,705
and maintain the kiosk network, and through its sister company, orange barrel media. Uh,

1634
02:00:58,025 --> 02:01:01,805
ike has longstanding relationships with national and regional advertisers, which

1635
02:01:02,085 --> 02:01:04,405
is critical to the financial success of the kiosk network.

1636
02:01:07,805 --> 02:01:11,735
ike's digital kiosks offer a wide range of features and public benefits. The

1637
02:01:12,055 --> 02:01:15,975
kiosks are durable and constructed with weather resistant materials designed for outdoor use.

1638
02:01:16,775 --> 02:01:20,595
the kiosks are multilingual, allowing users to access content and their preferred their

1639
02:01:20,875 --> 02:01:24,195
preferred language. Cities can select languages that reflect the surrounding community,

1640
02:01:24,895 --> 02:01:28,735
and iq uses human interpreters to ensure key interface translations are

1641
02:01:29,195 --> 02:01:33,115
accurate. The kiosk will be a da compliant and designed to

1642
02:01:33,315 --> 02:01:37,115
avoid obstructing pedestrian pathways or creating barriers to safe and convenient

1643
02:01:37,555 --> 02:01:41,525
travel. The kiosk will adhere to strict privacy standards, so so

1644
02:01:41,725 --> 02:01:45,725
there'll be no sharing of, uh, personally identifiable information. It's not

1645
02:01:45,885 --> 02:01:49,805
collected. All user interactions will be anonymous and any data collected is

1646
02:01:50,205 --> 02:01:53,735
aggregated and anon anonymized. The kiosk improved navigation

1647
02:01:54,405 --> 02:01:58,365
and wayfinding of transit, parking, local businesses and cultural

1648
02:01:58,525 --> 02:02:02,445
destinations. The kiosk can display information about community resources including

1649
02:02:02,955 --> 02:02:06,845
food banks, free health clinics, veteran services, family services, shelters,

1650
02:02:07,465 --> 02:02:11,405
and more. The kiosk can disseminate critical emer emergency information such

1651
02:02:11,605 --> 02:02:15,605
as weather alerts. They'll also support economic activity through proximity based

1652
02:02:16,605 --> 02:02:20,555
business directory listings, and they can integrate with city applications such

1653
02:02:20,845 --> 02:02:24,565
as the go long beach app. They'll have, uh, interactive games and activities

1654
02:02:25,085 --> 02:02:28,765
to drive user engagement, and they're a lot more kiosk features and

1655
02:02:29,125 --> 02:02:33,085
benefits. This is not an exhaustive list. The image on the slide shows an example of the

1656
02:02:33,295 --> 02:02:37,245
kiosk design. The final kiosk will be customized for long beach and match the long beach

1657
02:02:37,405 --> 02:02:41,345
brand and are expected to be approximately eight feet tall, three feet wide, and one one

1658
02:02:41,565 --> 02:02:42,275
foot, uh, deep.

1659
02:02:46,645 --> 02:02:50,415
I'll now walk through the key terms of the proposal negotiated by city staff with ike smart city.

1660
02:02:51,275 --> 02:02:55,255
the proposal allows ike smart city to deploy up to 50 digital kiosks implemented

1661
02:02:55,935 --> 02:02:59,735
in two phases of 25 kiosks. Each phase one would be deployed

1662
02:02:59,995 --> 02:03:03,415
in downtown with phase two deployed in other areas of the city.

1663
02:03:04,515 --> 02:03:08,375
ike smart city will advance all capital and operating costs required to implement and operate

1664
02:03:08,695 --> 02:03:12,495
the kiosk network. These costs will be reimbursed from gross advertising

1665
02:03:12,735 --> 02:03:16,635
revenue generated by the kiosk. Over a period of 10 years. Ix

1666
02:03:16,855 --> 02:03:20,835
smart city will provide the city with either a minimum annual guarantee of

1667
02:03:21,055 --> 02:03:24,815
$10,000 per kiosk or 30% of net advertising

1668
02:03:25,135 --> 02:03:28,775
revenue, whichever is greater. The minimum annual guarantee will

1669
02:03:29,215 --> 02:03:32,135
increase by 10% in years five, 10, and 15.

1670
02:03:33,235 --> 02:03:37,195
and if the kiosk network generates at least $200,000 in annual revenue per

1671
02:03:37,555 --> 02:03:41,195
kiosks in any given year, the city's share will increase to 40% of net

1672
02:03:41,735 --> 02:03:45,615
advertising revenue. Revenue sharing payments will be made quarterly and the agreement will

1673
02:03:45,855 --> 02:03:48,855
include city audit rights. To ensure transparency and accountability,

1674
02:03:51,955 --> 02:03:55,855
the city will receive 12.5% of advertising inventory at no cost.

1675
02:03:56,315 --> 02:04:00,135
in addition to any unsold advertising space, discounted advertising

1676
02:04:00,375 --> 02:04:04,225
rates will be available to local small businesses and nonprofit organizations. Small

1677
02:04:04,775 --> 02:04:08,135
businesses will also have the opportunity to apply for two weeks of free advertising space.

1678
02:04:09,195 --> 02:04:12,895
the agreement will have an initial 10 year term with an option to extend for an additional

1679
02:04:13,275 --> 02:04:16,855
10 years. And ike smart city will be required to conduct ongoing community

1680
02:04:17,335 --> 02:04:20,775
engagement during site planning, kiosk deployment, and throughout kiosk operations.

1681
02:04:23,645 --> 02:04:27,605
the following slides provide an overview, ike smart city's scope of services. Ike

1682
02:04:27,825 --> 02:04:31,105
will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the kiosk network, including

1683
02:04:31,955 --> 02:04:35,665
kiosk design and fabrication, pre-construction planning and site preparation,

1684
02:04:37,325 --> 02:04:40,915
engineering and permit preparation, construction and installation, content

1685
02:04:41,405 --> 02:04:45,365
development and ongoing operations and maintenance. As part of

1686
02:04:45,485 --> 02:04:49,125
the kiosk site selection, ike will conduct site specific due diligence, including

1687
02:04:49,815 --> 02:04:53,575
confirming that each location has sufficient power and recommended kiosk.

1688
02:04:54,125 --> 02:04:57,115
locations will be located at active intersections with high pedestrian traffic,

1689
02:04:58,265 --> 02:05:01,995
uh, minimize obstructions such as street furniture and buildings. They'll

1690
02:05:02,485 --> 02:05:06,345
be situated in areas near local retailers, restaurants and cultural or tourism as

1691
02:05:06,565 --> 02:05:10,205
assets, and the kiosk will not be located in any areas that are solely residential.

1692
02:05:13,155 --> 02:05:17,045
this slide continues to outline ike's scope of services. So ike will hire a

1693
02:05:17,375 --> 02:05:21,045
local maintenance team and inspect, test and clean the kiosks at least five days per week.

1694
02:05:21,745 --> 02:05:25,445
the team will respond promptly to maintenance issues or vandalism with a goal of

1695
02:05:26,085 --> 02:05:29,945
resolving minor issues within a few hours and addressing more complex issues within 24 to

1696
02:05:30,165 --> 02:05:34,085
48 hours. It's important to note that all advertisements de displayed

1697
02:05:34,605 --> 02:05:38,545
on the kiosk must comply with the city's established advertising restrictions. The

1698
02:05:38,765 --> 02:05:42,345
city prohibits adult or vice related content including sexual content, vulgar

1699
02:05:43,005 --> 02:05:46,415
language or gestures and advertising for alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs.

1700
02:05:47,265 --> 02:05:50,765
advertisements may not impersonate the city of long beach or imply city endorsement

1701
02:05:51,425 --> 02:05:54,565
of any product or service to protect public safety. Advertisements

1702
02:05:55,505 --> 02:05:59,285
may not, uh, be distracting or confusing to drivers and may not include words such

1703
02:05:59,565 --> 02:06:03,445
as stop drive or danger and flashing lights or symbols that could be

1704
02:06:03,725 --> 02:06:06,245
mistaken for traffic signals or emergency vehicles are prohibited.

1705
02:06:09,155 --> 02:06:13,125
this slide summarizes the projected revenue to the city from the advertising revenue sharing

1706
02:06:13,445 --> 02:06:17,085
agreement. With ike at full deployment, with 50 kiosks each guaranteeing

1707
02:06:17,645 --> 02:06:21,565
a minimum of $10,000 annually, the network would generate at least $500,000

1708
02:06:22,665 --> 02:06:26,525
per year for the city during the first five years of the term. As noted earlier,

1709
02:06:26,945 --> 02:06:30,905
the minimum annual guarantee increases by 10% in years five, 10, and

1710
02:06:31,125 --> 02:06:35,065
15. Based on ike's financial projections, revenues are expected to

1711
02:06:35,285 --> 02:06:38,505
exceed the minimum guarantee and could generate approximately 1.4 million

1712
02:06:39,385 --> 02:06:42,885
in average annual revenue for the city. After full deployment or roughly $28 million

1713
02:06:43,875 --> 02:06:47,645
over 20 years, the kiosk network is expected to begin generating

1714
02:06:48,085 --> 02:06:51,915
revenue at limited number of downtown locations. Toward the end of the current fiscal year,

1715
02:06:52,675 --> 02:06:56,605
revenue from kiosks located within the tidelands area will be deposited into the tidelands

1716
02:06:57,085 --> 02:07:00,965
fund. While revenue from kiosks located outside the thailands area will be deposited into

1717
02:07:01,245 --> 02:07:05,245
the city's general fund. At this time, detailed projections showing the revenue split between

1718
02:07:05,725 --> 02:07:09,645
the titles fund and the general fund are not yet available. Those projections will be finalized

1719
02:07:10,075 --> 02:07:13,805
once I confirms the final kiosk locations. And this

1720
02:07:14,125 --> 02:07:17,325
concludes our presentation for this item. Thank you. Alright, thank you for that presentation

1721
02:07:18,305 --> 02:07:22,065
and I'll take it, uh, to take it behind the daas council member th

1722
02:07:22,515 --> 02:07:26,415
took, uh, thank you mayor and thank you to the city for staff

1723
02:07:26,785 --> 02:07:30,615
for that report there. You know, as an urban planner, I get excited about

1724
02:07:30,965 --> 02:07:34,675
these kinds of way finding signs. Um, I think this is a really important step

1725
02:07:35,065 --> 02:07:38,965
to continuing to ensure that as we move people throughout our city,

1726
02:07:39,185 --> 02:07:42,985
but especially in the downtown to start that we make it very, very easy for them to

1727
02:07:43,205 --> 02:07:47,045
be able to access and understand, uh, what's happening in our city. And I also

1728
02:07:47,285 --> 02:07:51,125
think that this kind of asset when, uh, implemented, can also add to the vibrancy

1729
02:07:52,105 --> 02:07:56,085
of our, uh, corridors. Uh, I wanna thank the team for bringing this,

1730
02:07:56,385 --> 02:08:00,225
uh, forward in such a creative way and all the thoughtfulness regarding, um, how

1731
02:08:00,445 --> 02:08:04,245
it will roll out and ensure a level of safety as well as economic opportunity.

1732
02:08:05,385 --> 02:08:09,185
um, and you highlighted that these kiosks will be a da accessible and be

1733
02:08:09,405 --> 02:08:13,245
available in a variety of languages, uh, for all of the public to be able to

1734
02:08:13,445 --> 02:08:17,345
engage. Um, I understand that the rollout is going to be in two phases

1735
02:08:17,765 --> 02:08:21,285
with the first phase focused on downtown, um, which we understand.

1736
02:08:22,305 --> 02:08:25,885
um, and then looking at moving intentionally across the rest of the city.

1737
02:08:26,385 --> 02:08:30,245
uh, really appreciate that. And identifying key emerging commercial corridors

1738
02:08:30,565 --> 02:08:33,845
where we can also utilize, um, these kiosks as well.

1739
02:08:34,665 --> 02:08:38,355
uh, one thing that I think is really exciting is to be able to have public messaging,

1740
02:08:39,225 --> 02:08:43,065
um, on them. So this is an opportunity to get key messages out, uh, across the

1741
02:08:43,285 --> 02:08:47,285
city. Um, and I'd like to recommend, uh, to staff as we consider what

1742
02:08:47,485 --> 02:08:51,325
that messaging looks like, especially for those kiosks that are gonna start in downtown.

1743
02:08:52,055 --> 02:08:55,925
there may be an opportunity to encourage, um, or to have

1744
02:08:56,085 --> 02:08:59,885
an icon to encourage, uh, those pedestrians to look at other parts

1745
02:09:00,125 --> 02:09:03,965
of the city. So explore, uh, different parts of the city or different cultural districts

1746
02:09:04,225 --> 02:09:08,055
or various different experiences that you can have throughout the city while

1747
02:09:08,405 --> 02:09:12,285
it's located in downtown, this may give, uh, people an opportunity to explore,

1748
02:09:12,945 --> 02:09:16,925
uh, the rest of the city. So I hope that this is something that we can put in the first

1749
02:09:17,095 --> 02:09:21,085
phase, um, since the first, uh, set of kiosks will be, uh, in

1750
02:09:21,245 --> 02:09:24,845
the downtown area. Um, but I think that this will be a great way to continue to,

1751
02:09:25,385 --> 02:09:29,045
um, invest and give people a reason to beat in our city and to circulate,

1752
02:09:29,545 --> 02:09:31,965
um, as comfortably and easily as possible. Thank you.

1753
02:09:33,565 --> 02:09:37,435
thank you. Council member cart. Uh, yes, thank you for the team for their hard work on

1754
02:09:37,635 --> 02:09:41,395
this over the last many, many months. Um, and thank you to my colleague for, uh, those great comments.

1755
02:09:42,135 --> 02:09:45,935
um, I concur with what's been said. I think there's an opportunity for

1756
02:09:46,155 --> 02:09:50,155
folks who aren't downtown, um, as they move into other parts of the city, potentially

1757
02:09:50,675 --> 02:09:54,475
the airport, really incorporating what some of our public transit options are as well

1758
02:09:54,775 --> 02:09:58,755
to get people to those destinations. Um, whether they're cultural destinations, social destinations,

1759
02:09:59,775 --> 02:10:03,395
events happening in other parts of the city. Um, a really comprehensive way to

1760
02:10:03,835 --> 02:10:07,475
get around long beach, not just know where everything is. So I look forward to how we

1761
02:10:07,875 --> 02:10:10,675
continue, uh, to roll this out and work together. Thank you so much.

1762
02:10:13,385 --> 02:10:17,225
council member sorrow. Uh, thanks mayor and

1763
02:10:17,495 --> 02:10:21,345
thank you eric and uh, for your work on this as well as the

1764
02:10:21,565 --> 02:10:25,485
whole team and bringing this forward. I think it's really exciting when we

1765
02:10:25,605 --> 02:10:29,365
can always have more digital, uh, tools that are accessible

1766
02:10:30,225 --> 02:10:33,905
to the public. Uh, not just for way finding, but I think as a way to

1767
02:10:34,715 --> 02:10:38,525
educate and provide information about different aspect of where

1768
02:10:38,725 --> 02:10:42,625
these will be located in the city. Like it could be, you

1769
02:10:42,845 --> 02:10:46,595
know, a, a mini like placemaking opportunity to educate

1770
02:10:47,285 --> 02:10:50,555
a corridor as they do in other parts of the city with actual like

1771
02:10:51,645 --> 02:10:54,685
physical photos. Um, this could be digital kind of curation.

1772
02:10:56,185 --> 02:10:59,805
and the other thing, um, is I'm hoping that when we do look into

1773
02:11:00,255 --> 02:11:04,085
phase two, where there are key energy, key corridor

1774
02:11:04,305 --> 02:11:07,965
is looking at high, using some data to determine where we can place some more opportunities

1775
02:11:09,025 --> 02:11:12,645
for activation as well. Um, bringing attention to an area,

1776
02:11:13,305 --> 02:11:16,725
not just where it's already, uh, busy, but where it could be busy.

1777
02:11:17,865 --> 02:11:21,565
um, and then the other thing is, I just had a few questions about the advertisement.

1778
02:11:23,215 --> 02:11:26,845
while, uh, campaign signs are prohibited on public property,

1779
02:11:27,345 --> 02:11:31,245
I'm just wondering if this would be included as a area where

1780
02:11:31,705 --> 02:11:35,125
we would, alright, public campaigning or political. So this is your final warning.

1781
02:11:35,825 --> 02:11:39,765
you need to allow the proceedings to continue. The process is if you

1782
02:11:40,165 --> 02:11:44,125
continue this, I have to empty the entire chamber. All of these people who are

1783
02:11:44,285 --> 02:11:47,625
here have to go to work tomorrow. A hundred people

1784
02:11:48,475 --> 02:11:52,425
have to go to work tonight and tomorrow. Please respect them. You

1785
02:11:52,645 --> 02:11:56,305
have your opportunity to speak. Otherwise I have to ask everyone to step out

1786
02:11:56,665 --> 02:12:00,605
and let everyone back in and you'll be gone. I just told you

1787
02:12:00,765 --> 02:12:04,705
earlier, we have this item, then we have this item where all these people are

1788
02:12:05,085 --> 02:12:09,045
speaking and then you have public comment. We're almost there. Public comment

1789
02:12:10,105 --> 02:12:14,005
is in two more items and then we'll conclude the rest of the agenda.

1790
02:12:14,385 --> 02:12:18,125
are we clear on that? There's this item. There's the item. All of these people

1791
02:12:18,425 --> 02:12:21,955
are patiently waiting for and then there's right, and they're waiting patiently.

1792
02:12:23,065 --> 02:12:26,525
so please respect everyone here and allow them to participate

1793
02:12:27,345 --> 02:12:31,025
and you will have your moment. You can say whatever you want for your three minutes, really.

1794
02:12:31,615 --> 02:12:35,405
thank you. Alright. Please proceed. All right. So I just,

1795
02:12:35,675 --> 02:12:39,665
yeah, my question is, because it's not specifically public property, is

1796
02:12:39,885 --> 02:12:43,845
political campaigning allowed on this? Because, um, so I'm just

1797
02:12:43,925 --> 02:12:47,525
curious about that. Um, ashley stone,

1798
02:12:48,245 --> 02:12:52,145
deputy city attorney, that's a very good question. Um, council member sorrow. And

1799
02:12:52,595 --> 02:12:56,525
it's something that you're absolutely right. We cannot use public resources to go to

1800
02:12:56,925 --> 02:13:00,805
campaign activity and we're entering into a campaign season. Um, and I

1801
02:13:01,205 --> 02:13:05,125
think it, the kiosks are not intended to be city property, but we

1802
02:13:05,285 --> 02:13:09,165
also wanna make sure we're not creating the appearance of an endorsement aligned with the

1803
02:13:09,325 --> 02:13:13,185
spirit of our advertising policy. So I think you're raising a really good question. We

1804
02:13:13,425 --> 02:13:17,085
can, um, you know, provide clarity around that. Yeah, thank you. Just because,

1805
02:13:17,705 --> 02:13:21,685
um, they are tied to the city and I just

1806
02:13:21,845 --> 02:13:25,045
wanted to be, make sure we get clarity on campaigning

1807
02:13:25,985 --> 02:13:29,685
ads on these. Yeah. And council manara will work very closely with like smart

1808
02:13:30,005 --> 02:13:34,005
cities and the city attorney's office and making sure that we're not only managing the content,

1809
02:13:34,265 --> 02:13:38,245
but also looking at potential prohibitions around the content that will, uh, be on each

1810
02:13:38,445 --> 02:13:42,325
of those kiosks. All right, thank you. Alright,

1811
02:13:42,905 --> 02:13:46,135
thank you. Next is council member rick sodi. Uh, thank you mayor.

1812
02:13:46,915 --> 02:13:50,895
um, I just had two questions. Um, I think this is a really interesting and exciting initiative,

1813
02:13:51,315 --> 02:13:54,655
so I'm looking forward to seeing, um, as these go up and follow them along.

1814
02:13:55,355 --> 02:13:59,295
um, my first question was, can you talk, I think sometimes when people talk about things being a

1815
02:13:59,415 --> 02:14:03,225
da compliant, people don't necessarily know what that means when we talk about technology like that. Could

1816
02:14:03,575 --> 02:14:07,535
you all talk a little bit about what aspects of the kiosk, um, that we would

1817
02:14:08,015 --> 02:14:11,895
visibly be people would visibly be able to see or, and engage with that'll allow it to be a da compliant?

1818
02:14:12,905 --> 02:14:16,235
sure. That's a great question. So a da stands for americans with disabilities

1819
02:14:16,935 --> 02:14:20,635
act and the kiosk locations will comply with all federal a da

1820
02:14:21,115 --> 02:14:24,895
requirements and also any applicable city codes and design standards. And

1821
02:14:25,185 --> 02:14:28,335
some examples of compliance will be maintaining, uh,

1822
02:14:29,195 --> 02:14:32,875
required unobstructed p parian, uh, clearances. So not creating obstructions

1823
02:14:33,455 --> 02:14:37,195
for people that are, are using a sidewalk, for example. Also digital

1824
02:14:37,515 --> 02:14:41,455
accessibility. Uh, accessibility will be important. So the size of text or

1825
02:14:41,675 --> 02:14:45,155
the colors that are used will be important for some folks as well. And then usability.

1826
02:14:46,055 --> 02:14:49,915
so how user friendly is it, for example, for someone that's in a wheelchair and can they reach

1827
02:14:50,375 --> 02:14:54,155
and interact with interface as well? Are some considerations that will be taken into account

1828
02:14:54,395 --> 02:14:58,375
as these are developed and deployed to ensure compliance with a da. Um, and then, uh,

1829
02:14:58,775 --> 02:15:02,735
do we know what is the, um, what are the accessibility, um, options for

1830
02:15:02,955 --> 02:15:06,875
those who are hearing impaired or deaf? I don't have that available right now,

1831
02:15:07,135 --> 02:15:10,955
but we will follow up up with that information. Right. Okay. Yeah, I was just curious. I had met with the,

1832
02:15:11,295 --> 02:15:14,655
um, uh, I had, I had, uh, met with the, um,

1833
02:15:15,355 --> 02:15:19,275
operators, uh, earlier in the week. Um, and I just wanted to highlight that they, they had mentioned that

1834
02:15:19,515 --> 02:15:23,475
there was the ability to put in like a phone jack. Um, they also said there

1835
02:15:23,675 --> 02:15:27,275
was ability for, um, users to, to use their own devices

1836
02:15:27,895 --> 02:15:31,515
so they can actually interface directly with the kiosk itself, use their own handheld

1837
02:15:31,955 --> 02:15:35,855
devices. So I really appreciated the fact that it was thoughtful around our, um,

1838
02:15:36,215 --> 02:15:40,155
our disability community and what they use. So that way we make sure that something like

1839
02:15:40,315 --> 02:15:44,315
this is technology is accessible to everyone. And council member rick

1840
02:15:44,705 --> 02:15:48,515
sodi, the, um, uh, I represented from mike smart cities is here in the

1841
02:15:48,835 --> 02:15:52,815
audience tonight too, to also answer any questions or elaborate further. Okay. Wonderful. Um,

1842
02:15:53,035 --> 02:15:56,475
and then my last question was, I know that the idea is that we have the 50 kiosk, 25

1843
02:15:57,075 --> 02:16:00,915
will be kind of in the tidelands downtown area and the other 25 will be inter

1844
02:16:01,235 --> 02:16:05,015
dispersed across the the city. Can you talk a little bit around your vision for

1845
02:16:05,855 --> 02:16:09,115
how we will select those locations, um, in other parts of the city?

1846
02:16:10,465 --> 02:16:14,395
yeah, so we'll work very closely with, um, I ikes mark cities when it comes to

1847
02:16:14,865 --> 02:16:18,735
looking at the, um, number of kiosk and where they'll be located. And

1848
02:16:18,955 --> 02:16:22,475
some of the factors that they'll be looking at is, uh, pedestrian activity,

1849
02:16:23,165 --> 02:16:27,115
impression counts, uh, the technical physi feasibility to locate

1850
02:16:27,395 --> 02:16:31,245
a kiosk along a commercial corridor within the right of way. And then most importantly,

1851
02:16:31,645 --> 02:16:35,645
we'll work with the neighboring, uh, businesses as well as the community as we look

1852
02:16:35,845 --> 02:16:39,845
to locate these, um, into the future. And I'll just add that I, I should

1853
02:16:39,965 --> 02:16:43,725
have mentioned that while pedestrian activity and highly trafficked areas is really important

1854
02:16:44,045 --> 02:16:48,005
from an advertising sales standpoint, I, it is also committed to at

1855
02:16:48,165 --> 02:16:52,025
least 10% of kiosk being located areas that may be not

1856
02:16:52,245 --> 02:16:56,045
the most ideal in terms of a high traffic kind of location, but that are really focused

1857
02:16:56,425 --> 02:17:00,405
on, uh, distributing e the equitable distribution of these kiosk to make sure

1858
02:17:00,485 --> 02:17:04,465
that there are other areas in the city commercially at corridors that are uplifted as well. Okay, wonderful. One

1859
02:17:04,685 --> 02:17:08,285
of the things that I would love to see us do as we're, um, engaging in determining

1860
02:17:08,885 --> 02:17:12,665
locations, if we're thinking about a court, a corridor or a corner, um, and

1861
02:17:12,925 --> 02:17:16,925
I know we talked about making it available and interfacing with the businesses. I'd love to see us

1862
02:17:17,505 --> 02:17:21,405
go and actually kind of maybe even do some canvassing of the businesses in the local area, talk to them about the

1863
02:17:21,525 --> 02:17:25,385
technology, um, and ways that they might utilize it as I feel like that would really inform,

1864
02:17:25,865 --> 02:17:29,845
um, our usage and make sure that it's something that, um, is effective when we're thinking

1865
02:17:30,005 --> 02:17:33,965
about economic development opportunity. Yeah, absolutely. And community engagement is a

1866
02:17:34,045 --> 02:17:36,845
core part of their scope of services. We'll make sure to prioritize that. Excellent.

1867
02:17:42,125 --> 02:17:43,035
thank you. Council member duggan.

1868
02:17:47,625 --> 02:17:51,195
alright, well thanks to the economic development team who brought this

1869
02:17:51,655 --> 02:17:54,775
to the city. I remember seeing it for the first time. Um,

1870
02:17:56,135 --> 02:17:59,475
and I understand a lot of people downtown are excited about this opportunity.

1871
02:18:02,095 --> 02:18:05,785
I think it's great the thought of making sure that there

1872
02:18:06,235 --> 02:18:10,215
is benefit to our local businesses. Um, when we bring this

1873
02:18:10,415 --> 02:18:14,275
here, I, I'm gonna ask a question just to put some people at

1874
02:18:14,495 --> 02:18:18,255
ease 'cause I'm getting some concerns from people that they're

1875
02:18:18,695 --> 02:18:22,595
seeing a lot of the kiosk go downtown. Um, and

1876
02:18:22,815 --> 02:18:26,395
then they're gonna see the kiosk popping up throughout the city. Uh,

1877
02:18:27,125 --> 02:18:30,995
what is the second phase for bringing this out? Do we have specific, uh,

1878
02:18:31,215 --> 02:18:35,175
council member ricks oti talked about canvassing? I'd like

1879
02:18:35,295 --> 02:18:39,195
to hear about how that second phase is going to

1880
02:18:39,485 --> 02:18:43,235
roll out how we're going to get community engagement around

1881
02:18:43,655 --> 02:18:47,655
these bids if, if we're going to use bids or where we're going to put these things.

1882
02:18:49,205 --> 02:18:53,005
absolutely. So community engagement will be a priority for the sighting of,

1883
02:18:53,225 --> 02:18:57,125
of all of these locations. Of course, there'll be a lot of, you know, analytics that will

1884
02:18:57,325 --> 02:19:01,325
be looked at, uh, to identify what are those high traffic locations, those ideal locations from

1885
02:19:01,485 --> 02:19:05,405
an advertising sales standpoint. But community engagement will, will be a part

1886
02:19:05,525 --> 02:19:09,495
of that as well. So that could include outreach to our business improvement districts, other

1887
02:19:10,165 --> 02:19:13,635
business associations that aren't, uh, officially a business improvement district, community,

1888
02:19:14,385 --> 02:19:18,365
uh, organizations like neighborhood or organizations. Um, and, and a lot

1889
02:19:18,485 --> 02:19:22,085
more. So there'll be a robust outreach process. As a part of this, we'll develop that

1890
02:19:22,565 --> 02:19:26,325
community engagement plan in partnership with ike smartt city, assuming that council

1891
02:19:26,715 --> 02:19:30,645
goes forward with rec, uh, uh, approving the recommendation to award this contract to

1892
02:19:30,765 --> 02:19:34,205
the vendor. Great. Good to hear that. They'll bring it to neighborhood associations.

1893
02:19:35,385 --> 02:19:36,925
that's what people are asking for.

1894
02:19:41,155 --> 02:19:45,055
alright, council member thra tu. Yes,

1895
02:19:45,475 --> 02:19:48,435
I have, uh, comments from councilwoman

1896
02:19:49,755 --> 02:19:53,355
zendejas who is not able to be here. I will read them on be on her behalf.

1897
02:19:54,615 --> 02:19:58,435
uh, from the moment this idea was first introduced, I could

1898
02:19:58,635 --> 02:20:02,155
not wait to see it become a reality in downtown long beach. This project

1899
02:20:03,035 --> 02:20:06,555
represents the kind of bold, forward thinking innovation that truly moves our city forward.

1900
02:20:07,185 --> 02:20:11,175
with the olympic games on the horizon, we have an incredible opportunity to

1901
02:20:11,635 --> 02:20:15,195
showcase long beach to the world. The kiosk will play a key role in helping

1902
02:20:15,755 --> 02:20:19,555
visitors and tourists navigate our city, while also serving as a powerful

1903
02:20:19,765 --> 02:20:23,235
place, making assets that highlight our history, major capital

1904
02:20:23,995 --> 02:20:27,875
projects and everything that makes long beach so special. I want

1905
02:20:28,075 --> 02:20:31,415
to sincerely thank clay from ike and their entire

1906
02:20:32,275 --> 02:20:36,155
ike and their entire team for believing in our city, investing in our community,

1907
02:20:36,775 --> 02:20:40,675
and bringing this exciting project to long beach. Their partnership and commitment are exactly

1908
02:20:40,995 --> 02:20:44,835
what strong city collaboration looks like. These kiosks will reflect

1909
02:20:45,305 --> 02:20:49,295
long beach pride, strengthen our identity as a destination of choice, and

1910
02:20:49,715 --> 02:20:53,035
generate local revenue that directly supports our community. Most importantly,

1911
02:20:54,145 --> 02:20:58,115
they have the power to bring our long beach communities together in such a

1912
02:20:58,235 --> 02:21:01,875
unique and innovative way. This is the kind

1913
02:21:02,495 --> 02:21:06,135
of meaningful programming that will elevate the downtown experience for

1914
02:21:06,555 --> 02:21:10,245
everyone. I'm proud to support this item and I can't wait to see it, these

1915
02:21:10,815 --> 02:21:14,515
kiosks activated citywide, especially in our downtown area. Thank you.

1916
02:21:15,165 --> 02:21:17,555
thank you. And council member allen remotely?

1917
02:21:20,115 --> 02:21:24,015
yes. Uh, thank you mayor. And, um, and just, I just

1918
02:21:24,135 --> 02:21:28,115
wanna say thank you so much for the presentation and just all the work, um, that has

1919
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gone into this and all the effort that has gone, uh, to get where we're at today.

1920
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I think, um, it's important that the city leverages, uh, existing

1921
02:21:37,015 --> 02:21:40,835
public space and, um, also think about new

1922
02:21:41,055 --> 02:21:44,845
ways, how we can generate revenue. Um, also signage

1923
02:21:45,335 --> 02:21:48,135
and advertising is a practical approach to diversifying,

1924
02:21:49,635 --> 02:21:53,185
um, how the city supports its economy, especially

1925
02:21:53,875 --> 02:21:57,725
at a time when, uh, we need tools that generate ongoing

1926
02:21:58,435 --> 02:22:02,355
rev revenues. Um, rather than just, um, looking at one

1927
02:22:02,575 --> 02:22:06,495
time solutions we can, um, directly

1928
02:22:06,655 --> 02:22:10,335
support our local businesses, um, and commercial corridors

1929
02:22:10,755 --> 02:22:14,675
by helping, um, drive foot traffic and spending and,

1930
02:22:15,075 --> 02:22:18,735
um, of course activity in these areas, um, where people

1931
02:22:19,275 --> 02:22:22,855
are already gathering. Um, I also believe this helps public spaces

1932
02:22:23,915 --> 02:22:27,855
in a way that strengthens, um, the pedestrian experience,

1933
02:22:29,095 --> 02:22:32,705
which is directly tied to stronger retail, dining

1934
02:22:33,905 --> 02:22:37,765
and, um, entertainment environments. Um, also I believe that

1935
02:22:37,995 --> 02:22:41,985
this item also fits into a broader effort to

1936
02:22:42,515 --> 02:22:46,465
modernize how the city thinks about economic development. And

1937
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I believe that, uh, we are behind in terms of advertising

1938
02:22:51,825 --> 02:22:55,745
and, uh, with related, uh, to, you know, modernizing, um,

1939
02:22:56,055 --> 02:22:59,905
those efforts. So I am happy, uh, to see

1940
02:23:00,125 --> 02:23:03,925
this on the agenda today and it has my, uh, full support.

1941
02:23:04,465 --> 02:23:08,365
so thank you for my colleagues comments and just everyone that, um, that brought this

1942
02:23:08,525 --> 02:23:12,485
forward and made this happen. Thank you. Thank you. Uh, council member subina.

1943
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um, thank you. Just a couple of questions submitted to our office. Um, the

1944
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kiosks are not solar powered, they're hardwired. Um,

1945
02:23:21,685 --> 02:23:25,545
the question was, who picks up the utility bill? Is it covered by

1946
02:23:25,745 --> 02:23:29,685
the vendor or the city or the vendor? Okay. Um, the

1947
02:23:29,905 --> 02:23:33,745
other, uh, I guess request I would have is that we have, um, a system

1948
02:23:34,005 --> 02:23:37,225
in place for handling inquiries, complaints, questions about content,

1949
02:23:38,285 --> 02:23:42,085
uh, whether it's part of the gold long beach app, that's great, but as long as it's there. So

1950
02:23:42,565 --> 02:23:46,295
we avoid, um, those, those kind of comments coming into

1951
02:23:46,585 --> 02:23:50,435
council offices. It can go right to a source. Okay. Thank you. Thank

1952
02:23:50,785 --> 02:23:54,585
you so much. We'll now go to public comment. We have one member of the public signed up to speak. Austin

1953
02:23:55,045 --> 02:23:55,045
matoya.

1954
02:24:05,035 --> 02:24:08,355
I think you took the long way, austin. I was, yeah, I realize that .

1955
02:24:12,625 --> 02:24:16,315
alright, I'll keep my, uh, comments brief on this one. Good evening. Uh, honorable

1956
02:24:16,795 --> 02:24:20,795
mayor, members of the city council. My name is austin matoyer, uh, president and ceo for the downtown

1957
02:24:20,955 --> 02:24:24,555
long beach alliance. But I'm also speaking on behalf of the council of business associations,

1958
02:24:25,235 --> 02:24:28,965
which comprises the city's 10 business improvement districts. Uh, we're

1959
02:24:29,315 --> 02:24:33,295
here in support of the ike smart kiosk. We've had an opportunity to, to see

1960
02:24:33,815 --> 02:24:37,635
the kiosks, uh, in person at uh, fellow downtown organizations

1961
02:24:38,235 --> 02:24:42,235
across the state, as well as have a presentation for mike. Um, we truly

1962
02:24:42,585 --> 02:24:46,475
believe that this system will allow us to better connect the

1963
02:24:46,675 --> 02:24:50,455
city. Uh, what was mentioned earlier by councilman, uh, to know was, uh,

1964
02:24:50,735 --> 02:24:54,115
how do we make sure that what is happening in one part of the district is being,

1965
02:24:54,775 --> 02:24:58,755
uh, conveyed and helped support it in another part of the district. Um, we're really excited,

1966
02:24:59,035 --> 02:25:02,915
even though that downtown will have phase one, we can really advertise and promote what's happening in

1967
02:25:03,115 --> 02:25:06,815
the sixth district, what's happening in bixby knowles, what's happening in belmont shore. Um,

1968
02:25:07,375 --> 02:25:11,335
and we look at this in the context of both the world cup and in

1969
02:25:11,555 --> 02:25:15,115
the context of the olympics. And we want to be able to show

1970
02:25:15,815 --> 02:25:19,795
the, the world when you come to long beach, there's so much more than the one spot that you're

1971
02:25:20,035 --> 02:25:24,005
coming to that maybe the olympic game or the watch party may be happening. So how do you

1972
02:25:24,085 --> 02:25:27,845
help explore? And we feel like these kiosks are a great opportunity for that.

1973
02:25:28,385 --> 02:25:31,685
um, so we're in full support, uh, and we thank you for the opportunity. Thank you. Alright,

1974
02:25:32,555 --> 02:25:36,405
well thank you for your comments. This is a great project. Again, another opportunity to generate revenue.

1975
02:25:36,785 --> 02:25:40,625
our city. Let's have our roll call vote please. Council district two

1976
02:25:43,465 --> 02:25:47,045
aye. Council district three aye. Council

1977
02:25:47,725 --> 02:25:51,585
district four. Aye. Council district five. Aye. Council district six. Aye.

1978
02:25:51,805 --> 02:25:55,765
council district seven aye. Council district eight. Aye. Council district nine.

1979
02:25:56,385 --> 02:26:00,125
aye. Motion carries. Thank you. We now go to item 36, please.

1980
02:26:00,795 --> 02:26:04,745
item 36, report from economic development and opportunity recommendation

1981
02:26:05,645 --> 02:26:09,475
to execute all documents necessary for a fourth amendment to lease between

1982
02:26:09,965 --> 02:26:13,815
the city of long beach and the long beach yacht club. To extend the term of the lease, facilitate

1983
02:26:14,485 --> 02:26:18,125
capital improvements and establish and define rent offsets for city owned

1984
02:26:18,605 --> 02:26:22,445
property. Located at 6 2 0 1 appian way, commonly known

1985
02:26:22,685 --> 02:26:26,665
as the long beach yacht club district three. Alright, thank you. So

1986
02:26:26,905 --> 02:26:30,485
before, okay, we have a motion, uh, cd three. Is there second?

1987
02:26:32,785 --> 02:26:36,155
we need a second on the motion. I'll second. Second. Uh, cd nine. Alright,

1988
02:26:36,865 --> 02:26:40,155
so before we begin the presentation or remind people we have this item,

1989
02:26:40,915 --> 02:26:44,565
then we're going to general public comment and then we continue with the rest of the council meeting.

1990
02:26:45,065 --> 02:26:48,765
so let's start with our staff presentation please. Thank you very much, mr. Mayor.

1991
02:26:49,145 --> 02:26:53,105
so we do have a presentation on this. We're excited to be here, uh, to after, uh,

1992
02:26:53,565 --> 02:26:57,445
a series of negotiations and, and discussions with the yacht club. Uh, the yacht club

1993
02:26:57,645 --> 02:27:01,505
has been a long part of the city's history, uh, dating all the way back to the 1960s and

1994
02:27:01,725 --> 02:27:05,565
it sits on city land. Uh, and so, uh, you know that there's a chance

1995
02:27:05,765 --> 02:27:09,605
to really invest in the yacht club. The yacht club wants to bring a significant investment that

1996
02:27:09,845 --> 02:27:13,765
you hear about tonight and put that into city land and city, uh, what will ultimately

1997
02:27:14,005 --> 02:27:17,965
become city facilities, uh, but also a chance for us to re-look at the agreement to make

1998
02:27:18,085 --> 02:27:21,845
sure that there's public benefit for doing that, uh, and that the yacht club is working

1999
02:27:22,365 --> 02:27:26,295
together with us, uh, to be able to have a community benefit in the amount, uh, equal

2000
02:27:26,665 --> 02:27:30,565
to the, uh, rent that they would be paying. So, uh, it's been a good negotiation. We're excited

2001
02:27:30,765 --> 02:27:34,725
to be here, to recommend this to you. And, uh, we will then turn it over to the team to be

2002
02:27:34,845 --> 02:27:36,285
able to, uh, walk through the details.

2003
02:27:39,615 --> 02:27:43,525
thank you c manager, moka. And as you've uh, seen tonight, um, it's really been about,

2004
02:27:43,785 --> 02:27:47,535
you know, the waterfront from the amphitheater project to the kiosk,

2005
02:27:47,945 --> 02:27:51,925
and now to, uh, the long beach yacht club. And we recognize the opportunity that's

2006
02:27:52,205 --> 02:27:56,085
in front of us. And I think, you know, when you think about creating great places, you got

2007
02:27:56,245 --> 02:28:00,125
to, uh, create great placemaking where people be connected to great places and great

2008
02:28:00,285 --> 02:28:04,075
experiences, and that's what makes our city so special. And with that, um, mary

2009
02:28:04,505 --> 02:28:08,405
tos is going to give us a, a, um, a presentation on, on the, uh, yacht

2010
02:28:08,725 --> 02:28:12,525
club agreement. Thank you, uh, honorable

2011
02:28:13,085 --> 02:28:17,005
mayor, members of the city council. The honor item before you is for a lease extension

2012
02:28:17,545 --> 02:28:21,525
for the long beach yacht club for city owned property. Located at 6 2 0 1 appian way.

2013
02:28:22,545 --> 02:28:25,455
in january of 1960, the city entered into lease number 7 0 1 3

2014
02:28:26,645 --> 02:28:30,485
with the long beach yacht club for approximately 70,577 square feet

2015
02:28:30,725 --> 02:28:34,525
of city owned property to construct the clubhouse and the rent was set at $1,800

2016
02:28:35,065 --> 02:28:38,965
per year. In january, 1970, city council authorized the

2017
02:28:39,125 --> 02:28:42,325
first amendment, which extended the term for 50 years until january, 2020.

2018
02:28:43,425 --> 02:28:47,285
and included rent adjustments through cpi increases, the rent was set at $2,400

2019
02:28:48,105 --> 02:28:51,725
per year. In march of 2007, city council authorized

2020
02:28:52,165 --> 02:28:56,105
the second amendment extending the term to january, 2050 with rent increases being offset

2021
02:28:56,525 --> 02:29:00,365
through a lump sum extension fee of $250,000 and capital improvements

2022
02:29:01,005 --> 02:29:04,965
of $430,000. In july, 2011, city council

2023
02:29:05,245 --> 02:29:08,925
authorized the third amendment, which clarified the use of mooring facilities to be consistent

2024
02:29:09,715 --> 02:29:13,645
with city policy. Um, the proposed project before you,

2025
02:29:14,105 --> 02:29:17,845
uh, the long beach child club is proposing, uh, a project that includes demolition

2026
02:29:18,285 --> 02:29:22,245
of an existing storage building pool and pool decking and construction of a

2027
02:29:22,365 --> 02:29:26,165
two story addition with roof deck, new pool area, and decking, and ancillary storage

2028
02:29:26,465 --> 02:29:29,925
and equipment areas. The project also includes construction of a new 375

2029
02:29:30,725 --> 02:29:34,445
square foot community room, which will be made available for community-based programming and

2030
02:29:34,925 --> 02:29:37,245
meetings. Additional landscaping is also planned.

2031
02:29:38,985 --> 02:29:42,845
to that end, the fourth amendment, uh, has been negotiated with the following terms.

2032
02:29:43,945 --> 02:29:47,925
the premises is currently 70,556 square feet with the land,

2033
02:29:48,265 --> 02:29:51,965
uh, of land with the building. Uh, that measures 19,915 square feet

2034
02:29:53,175 --> 02:29:56,785
while the building, uh, will increase by approximately 20,000, uh, usable

2035
02:29:57,205 --> 02:30:01,005
square feet. Pursuant to the project, the leasehold area remains the same at the approximately

2036
02:30:01,485 --> 02:30:04,965
70,000 square feet. The yacht club will invest a minimum of $10 million

2037
02:30:05,665 --> 02:30:09,325
in capital investment into the facility and be responsible for the entire cost for all improvements

2038
02:30:09,765 --> 02:30:13,505
in modifications to facilitate the financing required to

2039
02:30:13,925 --> 02:30:17,845
complete the construction, the term will be reset to 66 years effective january 1st, 2026,

2040
02:30:19,345 --> 02:30:23,285
and expiring december 31st, 2091. And the city may be

2041
02:30:23,405 --> 02:30:27,325
asked to consent to a leasehold deed of trust, which agreeing, agreeing that a leasehold mortgage you

2042
02:30:27,445 --> 02:30:31,205
will have certain commercial reasonable rights. The consent is for security purposes

2043
02:30:31,725 --> 02:30:35,605
only, and is not an assignment of the lease. Unless a foreclosure or assignment in lieu

2044
02:30:35,805 --> 02:30:39,805
of foreclosure occurs, base rent will be set at $200,000

2045
02:30:40,645 --> 02:30:44,585
annually, which is fair. Market value is determined by an independent appraisal. 10%

2046
02:30:45,125 --> 02:30:48,885
of the base rent will be paid annually in cash with the remaining 90% eligible for

2047
02:30:49,245 --> 02:30:53,125
rent offsets. Uh, the base rent increase will not take effect until the final

2048
02:30:53,605 --> 02:30:57,565
certificate of occupancy has been issued after construction and the base rent will be

2049
02:30:57,685 --> 02:31:01,435
subject, uh, to a 10% increase every five years. Rent

2050
02:31:01,725 --> 02:31:05,585
credits available will be first, um, involving the community room use. The

2051
02:31:05,805 --> 02:31:08,815
city will be entitled to use the community room for up to 600 hours,

2052
02:31:09,985 --> 02:31:13,765
uh, per year at no cost to the city or its partners. The value of this rent

2053
02:31:14,025 --> 02:31:17,565
offset is set at $200 per hour with an annual rent credit of $120,000.

2054
02:31:19,555 --> 02:31:23,125
once the community room is constructed, inability available for use, city programs

2055
02:31:23,605 --> 02:31:27,085
and services as well as community groups will be eligible to reser reserve the space.

2056
02:31:28,055 --> 02:31:32,005
additional rent offset will be available through documented value of non-member reduced

2057
02:31:32,465 --> 02:31:36,445
or free use community benefits provided at the premises or adjacent to the premises

2058
02:31:37,065 --> 02:31:40,925
if they are c based programs. An example of some of these community benefits

2059
02:31:41,085 --> 02:31:45,085
are swim and scaling sailing scholarships with nonprofit partners such as ymca and the boys

2060
02:31:45,245 --> 02:31:48,685
and girls club to offer an outreach scholarships for swimming and sailing lessons.

2061
02:31:49,525 --> 02:31:53,525
panthers at sea, which is a free day program for students at jordan high school, and scholarships

2062
02:31:54,345 --> 02:31:57,125
for year-round junior sailing program for non-members.

2063
02:31:58,735 --> 02:32:02,355
the value of these offsets will be adjusted consistent with the rent escalator of 10%

2064
02:32:02,875 --> 02:32:06,755
every five years. Um, the programs may be added or subtracted subject

2065
02:32:06,995 --> 02:32:10,835
to city approval. The yacht club, the yacht club will provide an annual community

2066
02:32:11,355 --> 02:32:14,075
benefit report outlining all the proposed rent offsets.

2067
02:32:17,605 --> 02:32:21,155
uh, apologize. Um, we'll provide an annual report

2068
02:32:21,685 --> 02:32:25,495
outlining all the annual community benefit. Uh, the proposed rent offsets for the proceeding

2069
02:32:25,855 --> 02:32:29,775
lease year. If the rent off offsets do not meet or exceed 90% of

2070
02:32:29,895 --> 02:32:33,895
the base rent, the difference will be due in cash within 30 days. Reporting of the

2071
02:32:33,975 --> 02:32:37,735
rent offset will not begin until the base rent increase has taken effect upon the issuance of the

2072
02:32:38,015 --> 02:32:41,955
certificate of occupancy. And therefore, the recommendation before you is

2073
02:32:42,175 --> 02:32:45,775
to authorize the city manager or designee to execute all documents necessary

2074
02:32:46,275 --> 02:32:50,255
for the fourth amendment between the city and the long beach chalk club. This concludes the staff report and I'm

2075
02:32:50,415 --> 02:32:54,215
available to answer any questions you may have. Alright, thanks so much. We're gonna hold

2076
02:32:54,495 --> 02:32:58,495
the questions. There's a number of people who've waited patiently for public comment. Now is

2077
02:32:58,655 --> 02:33:02,515
that time I'm gonna, uh, we have, uh, a number of speakers signed

2078
02:33:02,935 --> 02:33:06,425
up. I'm gonna do the first 10, uh, larry bustos, eddie

2079
02:33:06,955 --> 02:33:10,905
rivera, jason, baiz, phil dandridge, julie snow,

2080
02:33:12,275 --> 02:33:16,275
bob pearcy, matt shea, lisa meyer, pat west, and

2081
02:33:16,655 --> 02:33:19,175
blair mccarty. If you heard your name, please line up.

2082
02:33:30,145 --> 02:33:33,845
all right. All right. Please proceed, sir. Okay, thank you. Good evening, honorable mayor,

2083
02:33:34,275 --> 02:33:38,085
city council and staff. My name is larry bustos and I am a 20 year

2084
02:33:38,325 --> 02:33:42,205
member of labor's international union of north america. I am here today

2085
02:33:42,545 --> 02:33:46,355
to speak in support of this developer and the projects that they build. Good

2086
02:33:46,645 --> 02:33:50,285
responsible developers like this one believe in strong wages with good

2087
02:33:50,805 --> 02:33:54,635
benefits that support working families. These tough economic times affects

2088
02:33:55,185 --> 02:33:58,975
all of us, and this is exactly why we need those types of projects. These

2089
02:33:59,325 --> 02:34:03,125
projects invest in the local community and deliver hundreds of high quality construction jobs

2090
02:34:03,475 --> 02:34:06,845
that provide good wages, health benefits, and a pension.

2091
02:34:08,035 --> 02:34:11,945
this opportunity is right here in our local community, in our local skilled and

2092
02:34:12,165 --> 02:34:16,025
trained workforce. Like those in orange, you see behind me. Stand ready to

2093
02:34:16,245 --> 02:34:19,405
build it. Thank you. Thank you so much.

2094
02:34:20,795 --> 02:34:24,635
next speaker is eddie, then jason. Good

2095
02:34:24,925 --> 02:34:28,885
morning, uh, mayor and, uh, staff. It's almost

2096
02:34:29,125 --> 02:34:32,385
morning . I just woke up,

2097
02:34:33,265 --> 02:34:37,205
uh, . All kidding aside, thank you for letting me speak.

2098
02:34:37,505 --> 02:34:41,505
uh, once again, my name is eddie rivera. I am a member of the labor's international union of

2099
02:34:41,725 --> 02:34:45,685
north america here before you in support of this project, as well

2100
02:34:45,845 --> 02:34:49,145
as the amphitheater, I didn't get a chance to speak on. Um, but

2101
02:34:50,205 --> 02:34:53,705
I hope you move it forward again, for many reasons, positive reasons.

2102
02:34:54,265 --> 02:34:58,185
I, I tend to be positive and focus on the good of things. And there's a lot

2103
02:34:58,305 --> 02:35:02,265
of good here. It's been there for many years. Why can't we just make it

2104
02:35:02,425 --> 02:35:06,355
better? That's, I think, the end goal here. So I hope we,

2105
02:35:06,615 --> 02:35:10,305
we could see all the benefits in many different ways, whether it's members

2106
02:35:11,005 --> 02:35:14,355
going to work close to home without commuting on that

2107
02:35:15,115 --> 02:35:19,095
horrible 4 0 5 or the 91, going and coming to

2108
02:35:19,375 --> 02:35:22,625
inland empire, north la, orange county, whatnot.

2109
02:35:23,615 --> 02:35:27,235
um, just trying to stay close to home for, for the possibilities

2110
02:35:27,815 --> 02:35:30,955
of workers, local hire, benefits, pension,

2111
02:35:32,055 --> 02:35:34,735
um, in, in these days with the, uh,

2112
02:35:38,395 --> 02:35:41,625
situation coming from the white house, a lot of instability, uncertainty,

2113
02:35:42,715 --> 02:35:46,675
a lot of negativity. We need to push the positive and this

2114
02:35:46,835 --> 02:35:49,435
is just a big positive, good developer, good partners.

2115
02:35:50,955 --> 02:35:54,315
I hope you, uh, can approve it. Thank you for your time. Thank you so much.

2116
02:35:55,585 --> 02:35:59,165
next is jason and then phil, honorable counsel jason

2117
02:35:59,825 --> 02:36:03,515
baez with labor's international union of north america here tonight

2118
02:36:04,055 --> 02:36:07,475
in full support. We are truly ecstatic for the opportunity

2119
02:36:08,535 --> 02:36:12,475
to put forth the pride of our trade into such a historical

2120
02:36:13,515 --> 02:36:17,205
landmark. And we are also very grateful to the long beach yacht

2121
02:36:17,555 --> 02:36:21,495
club for their benevolence in providing good paying

2122
02:36:22,015 --> 02:36:25,515
living wage jobs to the community. Most of everything

2123
02:36:26,095 --> 02:36:29,955
has been said, but I'd like to share this one statistic with you that I learned

2124
02:36:30,865 --> 02:36:34,795
when a applicant hires non-union contractors, for every

2125
02:36:35,035 --> 02:36:38,995
dollar paid out, only 25 cents stays in that community.

2126
02:36:39,895 --> 02:36:43,385
but when applicants hire local union contractors,

2127
02:36:44,975 --> 02:36:48,835
not only does the full dollar paid out, stay in the community,

2128
02:36:49,615 --> 02:36:53,255
but also an additional 50 cents. Thus making

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this an opportunity for the city itself,

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02:36:58,095 --> 02:37:00,995
the long beach yacht club and labor's local 1309,

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02:37:02,375 --> 02:37:05,875
to have the opportunity to make an excellent contribution

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02:37:06,775 --> 02:37:10,315
to the city's endeavor for economic development and opportunity,

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02:37:11,665 --> 02:37:15,505
thus making long beach's priority number one,

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02:37:16,155 --> 02:37:19,725
it's prosperity. Thank you so much. Thank you so much.

2135
02:37:22,095 --> 02:37:25,345
thank you. Next is phil. After phil is julie. Oh,

2136
02:37:27,425 --> 02:37:31,245
hi. I'm actually matt sha, uh, our role mayor, council members

2137
02:37:31,505 --> 02:37:35,285
of city staff and members of the public. Thank you for your opportunity to speak on behalf

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02:37:35,525 --> 02:37:39,485
of the long beach lifeguard association in support of the long beach yacht club. My name is matt

2139
02:37:39,755 --> 02:37:43,605
shea and I am the board member of the long beach lifeguard association and a resident

2140
02:37:43,765 --> 02:37:47,685
of district four. The long beach yacht club supports and expands the

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02:37:48,235 --> 02:37:52,005
aquatic community by providing access and opportunity while sharing

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02:37:52,285 --> 02:37:55,645
knowledge and ex expertise well beyond its membership.

2143
02:37:56,395 --> 02:38:00,285
this is not an exhaustive list, but I wanted to highlight some of the events. The long

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02:38:00,445 --> 02:38:04,165
beach yacht club supports and sponsors and hosts at their club. The waterproof

2145
02:38:04,825 --> 02:38:08,645
our youth program, which teaches free swim lessons to children to learn to swim in long

2146
02:38:08,925 --> 02:38:12,645
beach. The annual heroes regatta at which public safety and military members

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02:38:13,105 --> 02:38:16,885
and their families are invited by the yacht club for a day of friendly sailing competitions

2148
02:38:17,585 --> 02:38:21,505
and celebration. Special meetings for the united states coast guard sector la

2149
02:38:21,785 --> 02:38:25,695
at which stakeholders are brought together to discuss significant events, california

2150
02:38:26,385 --> 02:38:29,805
boater safety courses and sailing lessons at which waterways are safer

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02:38:30,625 --> 02:38:34,605
for all persons on the water monthly. They host the long beach lifeguard alumni

2152
02:38:35,105 --> 02:38:38,985
at which community service and outreach is planned california select

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02:38:39,405 --> 02:38:43,225
surf lifesaving association meetings. The csla is the organization that sets and

2154
02:38:43,645 --> 02:38:47,405
maintains the professional standards for pro open water lifeguarding, long beach lifeguard

2155
02:38:47,885 --> 02:38:51,845
hall of fame, award ceremonies, and end of summer banquets

2156
02:38:52,125 --> 02:38:55,885
for local high schools such as millikin and wilson. And they host regular blood drives,

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02:38:56,265 --> 02:38:59,705
the long beach lifeguard association. Thanks the club for their willingness and per

2158
02:39:00,335 --> 02:39:03,605
thank you, your time is concluded. Thank you so much. Long list today.

2159
02:39:04,505 --> 02:39:05,705
uh, julie and bob.

2160
02:39:09,455 --> 02:39:13,025
hello there. My name is julie s. Snow. I'm a belmont shore resident and

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02:39:13,485 --> 02:39:17,065
I am one of a few volunteers that have helped to establish the

2162
02:39:17,515 --> 02:39:21,325
high school sailing program. We operate out of long beach yacht club. This is our fourth

2163
02:39:21,745 --> 02:39:25,565
season. We are opened all eighth through 12th grade

2164
02:39:26,165 --> 02:39:29,745
students in the school in our school district, as well as just outside of

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02:39:30,345 --> 02:39:34,165
the city of long beach. I am very much for the remodel

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02:39:34,665 --> 02:39:38,625
of the club. This will bring some much needed classroom space and training space for our

2167
02:39:38,845 --> 02:39:42,805
sailors. Uh, we are open for any of

2168
02:39:42,965 --> 02:39:46,785
the kids and really working on our outreach now as we are in

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02:39:47,005 --> 02:39:50,165
our fourth year to try to get more, uh, high schoolers

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02:39:51,225 --> 02:39:55,145
to come and experience the opportunity of sailing. And a lot of our

2171
02:39:55,555 --> 02:39:59,485
current sailors, this is the first time they've ever sailed in their lives. Some of you

2172
02:39:59,665 --> 02:40:03,565
may be familiar with the big rose bowl, uh, sailing retta that

2173
02:40:03,685 --> 02:40:07,595
we had this past weekend. It was held just off of the granada lawn

2174
02:40:08,045 --> 02:40:11,645
tramp and it attracts high schools, uh, all over the coast

2175
02:40:12,185 --> 02:40:15,605
of california as well as some out-of-state schools

2176
02:40:16,265 --> 02:40:20,245
and colleges as well. And some of our very first time sailors had the opportunity

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02:40:20,745 --> 02:40:24,545
to sail and they were incredibly competitive. We're so proud of the kids. We

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02:40:24,765 --> 02:40:28,085
have scholarships available for the children as well. They're doing great

2179
02:40:29,105 --> 02:40:32,485
and they're really relishing and enjoying this opportunity.

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02:40:33,585 --> 02:40:37,545
uh, these classroom, uh, would be amazing for this program. So I'm

2181
02:40:37,765 --> 02:40:41,675
in full support. Thank you. Thank you so much. Alright, next

2182
02:40:41,985 --> 02:40:45,715
is bob and then lisa. Honorable

2183
02:40:46,325 --> 02:40:50,165
mayor, council members. My name is bob pearcy. I serve

2184
02:40:50,465 --> 02:40:53,765
as the commodore of long beach yacht club and I'm here tonight

2185
02:40:54,985 --> 02:40:58,905
not only as a representative of the club, but as a voice for

2186
02:40:59,245 --> 02:41:03,115
a very passionate group, community group, um, that

2187
02:41:03,625 --> 02:41:06,765
enjoys the beautiful waterfront that we have here in long beach.

2188
02:41:08,875 --> 02:41:12,825
over the past 97 years, the long beach yacht club has

2189
02:41:13,325 --> 02:41:17,145
demonstrated a profound commitment to our shoreline position. We

2190
02:41:17,365 --> 02:41:21,005
have invested our own resources to improve the city property.

2191
02:41:21,675 --> 02:41:25,645
this is not just an investment in our club, it's a contribution to

2192
02:41:25,825 --> 02:41:29,245
our entire community. Extending our lease

2193
02:41:30,125 --> 02:41:33,635
reflects not just a commitment to our club, but an affirmation,

2194
02:41:34,555 --> 02:41:38,285
affirmation, excuse me, of the value we bring to this community.

2195
02:41:39,555 --> 02:41:42,775
with your support, we can continue to embrace our waterfront,

2196
02:41:44,035 --> 02:41:47,445
provide valuable programs for our residents,

2197
02:41:48,185 --> 02:41:51,605
and keep the spirit of adventure alive for generations to come.

2198
02:41:52,405 --> 02:41:56,125
I urge, strongly urge you to, um, vote yes on this

2199
02:41:56,695 --> 02:41:58,365
issue. Thank you. Thank you so much.

2200
02:42:01,635 --> 02:42:05,625
alright, see, we, we changed some order, blair. Sorry. Thank you. Alright, uh,

2201
02:42:05,845 --> 02:42:09,665
good evening, mr. Mayor and council members. My name is blair cardi. I'm a retired uni, uh,

2202
02:42:10,515 --> 02:42:14,205
long beach unified school district, high school principal with a master's degree in curriculum

2203
02:42:14,605 --> 02:42:18,525
development and instruction from ucla. And I'm currently the executive director of the adams

2204
02:42:18,805 --> 02:42:22,805
legacy foundation, which is a local nonprofit supporting students getting out into

2205
02:42:23,045 --> 02:42:26,825
nature. But tonight I'm here as a board member of the long beach sailing foundation. And

2206
02:42:27,235 --> 02:42:31,185
because I'm the coordinator of that, of a stem program that it runs, we

2207
02:42:31,605 --> 02:42:35,605
strongly support the long beach yacht club lease extension. We launched the stem program eight years

2208
02:42:35,865 --> 02:42:39,285
ago to bring inner city youth to the water and give them meaningful hands-on learning.

2209
02:42:39,955 --> 02:42:43,725
each year, our partners select 35 middle school students to come to long beach yacht

2210
02:42:43,965 --> 02:42:47,125
club. Once a month for structured three hour saturday program.

2211
02:42:48,195 --> 02:42:52,045
it's two year alternating curriculum designed for middle school students, critical years

2212
02:42:52,265 --> 02:42:55,685
of building confidence in preparing students for more rigorous coursework in their future.

2213
02:42:56,725 --> 02:43:00,485
students rotate through sailing instruction, hands-on stem lessons and rov

2214
02:43:01,045 --> 02:43:04,915
building and testing. The results are strong, 98% attendance rate

2215
02:43:05,205 --> 02:43:09,125
and 95% re uh, return rate. We're halfway through this year's

2216
02:43:09,445 --> 02:43:13,125
cohort and we invite you to visit us on the 16th, uh, from one to 4:00 pm

2217
02:43:13,665 --> 02:43:17,605
but you can see what's going on. We select our partners at the beginning of, or at

2218
02:43:17,685 --> 02:43:21,605
the, for each school year, at the summer, um, proceeding that school

2219
02:43:21,885 --> 02:43:25,685
year. Uh, and we look forward to working with each of your offices for input on those

2220
02:43:25,965 --> 02:43:29,845
students. Thank you for your time. Programs like the stem sailing program,

2221
02:43:30,505 --> 02:43:34,345
uh, open access to our waterways and include students, introduce students to

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02:43:34,565 --> 02:43:38,205
maritime engineering and environmental career pathways that they may not otherwise encounter.

2223
02:43:38,975 --> 02:43:42,945
thank you. Your time is, thank you. Thanks so much. Pat,

2224
02:43:43,165 --> 02:43:47,165
before you go, before you go, uh, I'm gonna read the let next

2225
02:43:47,405 --> 02:43:50,835
list of names so they can begin to line up. Marilyn cassidy.

2226
02:43:51,785 --> 02:43:55,645
uh, I'm gonna call phil dandridge one more time. If, if phil's not here, we can take him off the list.

2227
02:43:56,385 --> 02:43:59,745
uh, mike gehrig, andrea gehrig,

2228
02:44:00,635 --> 02:44:04,055
norm rich lisa palmer, tom camp steve scott,

2229
02:44:05,035 --> 02:44:08,165
shannon gallagher. Jonah breslau. B-r-e-s-l-a-u.

2230
02:44:09,955 --> 02:44:13,555
josh deleon. Uh, veronica lawrence. Alright,

2231
02:44:14,185 --> 02:44:18,015
pat, you have the floor. Hi everybody. Lease extensions. Lease

2232
02:44:18,365 --> 02:44:21,605
extensions are hard. They're complicated. Trust me on that.

2233
02:44:22,425 --> 02:44:26,405
um, before I start, I just wanna thank the city team who's worked with us for the past two years to get

2234
02:44:26,525 --> 02:44:30,435
to this level and we thank them so much. Bo martinez, mary torres, christopher

2235
02:44:31,255 --> 02:44:35,185
c***s taught the land, and steve scott. So thank you guys so, so much. So

2236
02:44:35,405 --> 02:44:39,125
the city has numerous leases that is responsible for whether it's in highlands area,

2237
02:44:39,665 --> 02:44:43,005
los salami, des bay, rainbow harbor, the city's beaches, the airport

2238
02:44:43,735 --> 02:44:47,605
parks, golf courses, and the ranchos. Community and public benefits have

2239
02:44:47,885 --> 02:44:51,845
been required for many of these leases for decades. It must be negotiated with the city prior to obtaining

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02:44:52,285 --> 02:44:55,965
any lease or lease extension. As you can see, the community benefit package

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02:44:56,335 --> 02:44:59,645
negotiated between the city and the long beach yacht club is very robust.

2242
02:45:00,645 --> 02:45:04,485
I believe there's about five yacht clubs in long beach, including the seal beach yacht club

2243
02:45:04,685 --> 02:45:08,325
and the navy yacht club. The long beach yacht club has the most comprehensive

2244
02:45:08,855 --> 02:45:11,975
array of community benefits and public engagement in this arena.

2245
02:45:13,115 --> 02:45:17,085
also know that the term of the lease and of other benefits term of of the lease

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02:45:17,205 --> 02:45:21,125
and other benefits can be added and substituted to better meet the needs of the community or the

2247
02:45:21,325 --> 02:45:25,305
council districts. As we go forward, any of these benefits that are not met,

2248
02:45:26,185 --> 02:45:30,045
um, during a certain year, the long beach yacht club rent is increased accordingly.

2249
02:45:31,275 --> 02:45:35,175
also too, there's gonna be a fire suppression system here. Three years ago, the la yacht

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02:45:35,525 --> 02:45:39,485
club burned down to the ground in marina del ray and they lost a hundred years of history. Thank you

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02:45:39,565 --> 02:45:42,835
very much. Thank you lisa

2252
02:45:45,815 --> 02:45:49,545
mayor. Honorable council people. Good to see all of you again. Many, many thanks to

2253
02:45:50,185 --> 02:45:53,965
tom moca, city manager and the entire staff for working with us on the lease extension.

2254
02:45:54,665 --> 02:45:58,205
so why now? Why is this important? Well, I think every one of us realizes

2255
02:45:58,765 --> 02:46:02,245
that the world has turned their attention to the city of long beach.

2256
02:46:02,945 --> 02:46:06,455
as soon as snoop dogg arrived on our beach after paris,

2257
02:46:07,115 --> 02:46:10,965
everybody looked at long beach. Now is the time that we have the opportunity

2258
02:46:11,585 --> 02:46:14,845
to take advantage of that attention, to build a legacy

2259
02:46:15,825 --> 02:46:19,805
for our youth and our community. Long beach yacht club. And I say

2260
02:46:20,035 --> 02:46:23,705
it's long beach yacht club. Even though we may sit in the third district in

2261
02:46:24,065 --> 02:46:27,565
on the island of naples, it's your yacht club for you to be using.

2262
02:46:28,385 --> 02:46:32,065
now is the time to take the advantage of all of the focus on us to

2263
02:46:32,605 --> 02:46:36,605
continue to build out the programs that long beach yacht club has been building for almost a

2264
02:46:36,725 --> 02:46:40,605
hundred years. We started in the 32 olympics. We continued from the 84

2265
02:46:41,365 --> 02:46:44,725
olympics and the paralympics and we are poised to do it again out of the 28

2266
02:46:45,525 --> 02:46:49,285
olympics. We need your help, we need your children. We are opposed to make that ready.

2267
02:46:49,785 --> 02:46:53,705
you heard blair? We, we will be working with every one of your offices to

2268
02:46:53,945 --> 02:46:57,805
ensure that we have a legacy out of the 28 olympics and we need

2269
02:46:58,045 --> 02:47:01,845
to start now. Any delay on this as you've been seeing within with the amphitheater

2270
02:47:02,525 --> 02:47:06,245
and many, many other projects. And by the way, congratulations on that. I'm excited,

2271
02:47:06,785 --> 02:47:10,665
I'm excited about the kiosks. I would like our congressional cup to be,

2272
02:47:11,255 --> 02:47:15,085
begin using that already. That's coming up in the end of april. That's gonna be great advertising

2273
02:47:15,405 --> 02:47:18,805
for us. But now is our opportunity. It's the opportunity for us to join voices.

2274
02:47:19,645 --> 02:47:23,645
I look forward to working with each and everyone of you personally. Thank you.

2275
02:47:24,555 --> 02:47:28,425
alright, marilyn. Okay. And then we'll scratch phil's

2276
02:47:28,845 --> 02:47:32,765
name. I don't see phil here. Oh, phil is here. Okay, you're next. Phil, I called you like three times.

2277
02:47:33,585 --> 02:47:37,565
should he? No, you can go, you can go after. It's fine. Sorry. Alright, now that we know phil's

2278
02:47:37,885 --> 02:47:41,765
here, you can go ahead and continue. Hello city council. Thank you for the time.

2279
02:47:42,065 --> 02:47:45,805
uh, my name is marilyn cassidy and I'm a lifelong sailor, internationally ranked

2280
02:47:46,125 --> 02:47:50,125
match racer port captain at the california yacht club in marino del rey, which recently

2281
02:47:50,285 --> 02:47:53,685
burned down. And I sit on the board of directors for the long beach sailing foundation.

2282
02:47:55,025 --> 02:47:58,925
uh, I'd like to use my time to make two points. First, the impact of the

2283
02:47:59,045 --> 02:48:02,725
partnership between the sailing foundation and the long beach yacht club. And second,

2284
02:48:03,265 --> 02:48:06,005
the importance of a stable facility for this community programming.

2285
02:48:07,465 --> 02:48:11,325
the relationship between long beach yacht club and the long beach sailing foundation is key to the mission

2286
02:48:11,485 --> 02:48:15,405
of the foundation, which is to maintain their feet, their fleet of 11 boats to promote

2287
02:48:15,605 --> 02:48:19,365
the idea that sailing, especially in a place like long beach, is for

2288
02:48:19,725 --> 02:48:23,565
everyone. Without the support of the yacht club, the sailing foundation's costs would

2289
02:48:23,845 --> 02:48:27,605
be higher support, more limited, and ultimately its mission less fully fulfilled.

2290
02:48:28,745 --> 02:48:32,605
in order for the sailing foundation to continue serving communities currently underrepresented on

2291
02:48:32,805 --> 02:48:36,685
the water, we need the yacht club in its facilities. My second

2292
02:48:36,885 --> 02:48:40,765
point is based on my own experience as a member of a yacht club, currently stuck in a cycle

2293
02:48:40,985 --> 02:48:44,985
of short-term lease extensions when major renovations, to put it mildly, are

2294
02:48:45,445 --> 02:48:49,175
required. A yacht club can best serve its community when it has a long-term lease

2295
02:48:50,065 --> 02:48:54,015
and a solid footing sitting as most of us do in volunteer positions. Every

2296
02:48:54,365 --> 02:48:58,005
meeting about our lease is time we aren't spending on outreach. It's time that our community

2297
02:48:58,405 --> 02:49:01,925
of boaters doesn't feel is spent on the thing that we're all passionate about.

2298
02:49:02,585 --> 02:49:06,275
um, and so I hope that we can support this motion. Thank you. Alright,

2299
02:49:06,765 --> 02:49:08,275
thank you. Alright, phil.

2300
02:49:11,375 --> 02:49:14,785
hello mayor and city council members. I just want to

2301
02:49:15,445 --> 02:49:18,725
reiterate my support of all the points that have been brought forward earlier.

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02:49:19,625 --> 02:49:23,555
and this is a opportunity there where we shouldn't let go because

2303
02:49:25,205 --> 02:49:29,185
we need to continue supporting not just the sailing community of long beach,

2304
02:49:29,445 --> 02:49:33,365
but the entire community of long beach. Thank you. Thanks

2305
02:49:33,785 --> 02:49:36,885
phil. Mike and andrea,

2306
02:49:38,365 --> 02:49:42,265
I'm speaking for mike and andrea, so you got a little stage right here. So ,

2307
02:49:43,365 --> 02:49:47,345
so I'm not gonna take all of our time, but, uh, it was nice to hear about the poly

2308
02:49:47,545 --> 02:49:51,305
neighborhood with the vip records because I went to poly and I graduated 50 years

2309
02:49:51,685 --> 02:49:55,485
ago. And we may have our reunion at, at the yacht club, but

2310
02:49:55,725 --> 02:49:59,185
it, um, I I just want to point out some of the things that people have been talking about

2311
02:50:00,075 --> 02:50:03,985
after going to poly. The membership of long beach yacht club is more

2312
02:50:04,145 --> 02:50:08,065
diverse than people commonly think. Like a big, big long list of

2313
02:50:08,505 --> 02:50:12,385
countries where people were born and belong to the long beach yacht club. So it's, it's not,

2314
02:50:13,015 --> 02:50:16,865
doesn't really fulfill the image that everyone says. I've been working on the master

2315
02:50:17,095 --> 02:50:20,445
plan for about 13 years now, believe it or not. And, um,

2316
02:50:21,525 --> 02:50:25,325
as a member of the club and one of the board of directors, it, uh,

2317
02:50:26,055 --> 02:50:30,035
it's important that we get the lease approved and

2318
02:50:30,355 --> 02:50:34,335
get it approved now to meet the timeline to minimize the

2319
02:50:34,495 --> 02:50:38,255
risk of not being done in time for the olympics. So it, uh, I fully support

2320
02:50:38,635 --> 02:50:42,525
the project. Thank you. Thank you so much. Alright,

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02:50:43,365 --> 02:50:47,255
next is norm rich and then liz palmer is norm

2322
02:50:47,455 --> 02:50:51,315
here. Okay. Liz, you're up. I'm up. And for once I'm

2323
02:50:51,535 --> 02:50:55,035
not talking about water polo in our community. I'm actually, uh,

2324
02:50:55,635 --> 02:50:59,615
liz palmer. Uh, I am a lifetime, uh, long beach resident,

2325
02:50:59,815 --> 02:51:03,655
born and raised here, and long beach is a city that's divide,

2326
02:51:04,625 --> 02:51:08,445
definitely defined by our connection to the water. And I'm just briefly here,

2327
02:51:08,825 --> 02:51:12,205
gonna read a letter that was submitted late today by mark bonner.

2328
02:51:13,035 --> 02:51:16,825
he is the long beach sea scout, ceo, who's

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02:51:17,175 --> 02:51:21,175
in support of, um, our youth as a

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02:51:21,295 --> 02:51:25,145
part of scouting america. Dear long beach city council, as scout

2331
02:51:25,495 --> 02:51:29,455
executive ceo of scouting long beach, I'm riding in support of long beach yacht

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02:51:29,695 --> 02:51:33,695
club's. Proposed leash extension with the city of long beach. The long beach yacht

2333
02:51:33,975 --> 02:51:37,455
club has been a long valued and responsible stu steward of waterfront

2334
02:51:38,025 --> 02:51:41,815
facilities. With a positive partner with a greater long beach maritime community,

2335
02:51:42,835 --> 02:51:46,415
the proposed leash extension will allow the club to move forward with a modernization

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02:51:47,055 --> 02:51:51,015
project and investment that offers meaningful benefits not only to its members,

2337
02:51:51,275 --> 02:51:55,195
but to the city as a whole. From a community perspective, it

2338
02:51:56,335 --> 02:52:00,215
represents an expanded public serving program and access to community space

2339
02:52:00,565 --> 02:52:04,375
that supports city agencies, nonprofit organizations, and neighborhood groups.

2340
02:52:05,245 --> 02:52:09,245
I respectfully urged the city council to approve this lease extension and thank you for your

2341
02:52:09,515 --> 02:52:13,385
continued improvement and commitment to thoughtful waterfront planning and

2342
02:52:13,605 --> 02:52:16,645
community focused development. Thank you. Thank you so much.

2343
02:52:18,035 --> 02:52:19,965
alright, next is tom kemp.

2344
02:52:22,255 --> 02:52:25,935
thank you am mayor richardson. Council members, um, first

2345
02:52:26,285 --> 02:52:30,245
of all, I'd just like to say a special thank you to staff. They really have put in the time and effort

2346
02:52:30,625 --> 02:52:34,165
at working this lease up. This isn't the last minute development that really

2347
02:52:34,785 --> 02:52:38,595
put the time into it and it's gonna put us up to prove what we talk about. That

2348
02:52:38,885 --> 02:52:42,845
we reach out to the community, that we serve the community, and we help bring the

2349
02:52:43,005 --> 02:52:46,775
community in and give them access to the water. Um, we're

2350
02:52:47,125 --> 02:52:51,025
gonna prove that to you when this lease is approved, please approve it. Now let

2351
02:52:51,245 --> 02:52:55,145
us get on with the business of rejuvenating this crown jewel of alamedas bay

2352
02:52:55,705 --> 02:52:59,685
so that we can continue providing all the programs everyone else is talking about. And a special thank

2353
02:52:59,965 --> 02:53:03,935
you to all of you for your incredible patience. I don't know how you do it, . Thank

2354
02:53:04,285 --> 02:53:07,855
you so much. Alright. Steve. Steve,

2355
02:53:09,225 --> 02:53:12,755
I'm sorry. Steve. No, what's your name? Shannon. Shannon. Where's

2356
02:53:13,245 --> 02:53:17,065
steve? Steve. Oh, I, I don't think he, okay. I think we take steve. Steve off.

2357
02:53:17,475 --> 02:53:20,325
shannon, you're up. Thank you. Thank you. Good evening.

2358
02:53:21,555 --> 02:53:24,835
mary richardson, members of the city council, city manager moca,

2359
02:53:26,065 --> 02:53:29,525
bo martinez, mary torres, and the rest of the city staff. My name's shannon gallagher

2360
02:53:30,085 --> 02:53:33,285
and I'm here to speak in support of the extension of the club's lease from the city.

2361
02:53:34,635 --> 02:53:37,965
this project is important. It's important to the city

2362
02:53:38,905 --> 02:53:42,805
so that we have the best representation of what the city is not only for the

2363
02:53:43,205 --> 02:53:46,085
olympics, although that's important, but also for decades to come.

2364
02:53:47,475 --> 02:53:51,175
it's also important to the community because the club will be providing on an annual basis

2365
02:53:51,725 --> 02:53:55,475
hundreds of thousands of dollars of community benefits and on over

2366
02:53:55,765 --> 02:53:59,175
the term of the lease, millions of dollars of community benefits. We anticipate

2367
02:54:00,195 --> 02:54:04,005
once we get the program up and running, once the clubhouse is done, that uh, it'll

2368
02:54:04,285 --> 02:54:08,085
be a minimum of $180,000 a year of community benefits and could be as much

2369
02:54:08,465 --> 02:54:12,185
as $320,000 once fully implemented. Um,

2370
02:54:12,715 --> 02:54:16,445
it's important to our community labor forces, both in terms of providing jobs

2371
02:54:16,825 --> 02:54:20,605
in connection with the construction of the project, but also on an ongoing basis

2372
02:54:20,995 --> 02:54:24,445
once the clubhouse is done, because we'll have more space and we'll need more employees.

2373
02:54:25,625 --> 02:54:29,235
and it's important to the yacht club so that we can remodel our 65-year-old

2374
02:54:30,075 --> 02:54:34,035
clubhouse and have it available for the next 65 years

2375
02:54:34,575 --> 02:54:37,985
and for future olympics as well. But we can't do this without

2376
02:54:39,095 --> 02:54:42,635
an extension of the lease. Uh, the club is committing to providing

2377
02:54:43,195 --> 02:54:46,855
significant community benefits and we take it very seriously.

2378
02:54:47,435 --> 02:54:51,095
if there's other pro uh, programs that we have not addressed yet, we're committed

2379
02:54:51,555 --> 02:54:55,495
to working with, uh, economic development to address what those

2380
02:54:55,655 --> 02:54:59,535
needs are and we look forward to doing that. I encourage you to vote in favor of the

2381
02:54:59,855 --> 02:55:03,735
proposal. Thank you. Thank you. Alright, next is jonah,

2382
02:55:08,555 --> 02:55:12,485
honorable mayor and council. My name is jonah breslow and I'm

2383
02:55:12,685 --> 02:55:16,585
here on behalf of unite here, local 11. We respectfully ask

2384
02:55:16,835 --> 02:55:19,885
that you continue this item to allow for additional consideration.

2385
02:55:21,145 --> 02:55:24,965
our public land should be used to deliver clear and measurable

2386
02:55:25,905 --> 02:55:29,155
public benefits. If the city is considering rent

2387
02:55:29,955 --> 02:55:33,435
offsets of this scale and for this length, for a yacht club.

2388
02:55:34,065 --> 02:55:37,985
we must structure the lease to ensure it provides meaningful value to all

2389
02:55:38,525 --> 02:55:42,405
residents. The proposed lease contemplates rent offsets of

2390
02:55:42,585 --> 02:55:46,495
up to 90% of fair market rent. We must consider other

2391
02:55:46,875 --> 02:55:50,665
offsets directed to wages or healthcare payments for workers at

2392
02:55:50,885 --> 02:55:54,885
the long beach yacht club. Investments in worker compensation and healthcare

2393
02:55:55,245 --> 02:55:58,845
produce ongoing public benefits, including more stable

2394
02:55:59,255 --> 02:56:02,925
employment, reduced reliance on taxpayer funded public assistance

2395
02:56:03,825 --> 02:56:07,825
and higher quality services, while still fitting within the leases

2396
02:56:08,965 --> 02:56:12,485
existing community benefit rent offset framework. The city has already

2397
02:56:13,205 --> 02:56:16,575
recognized this principle by using its role as a proprietor of other

2398
02:56:17,445 --> 02:56:20,945
publicly owned facilities to address similar issues. Please

2399
02:56:21,685 --> 02:56:25,165
continue this item to allow for further considerations

2400
02:56:26,305 --> 02:56:29,955
of these rent offsets. Thank you. Thank you. Alright,

2401
02:56:30,515 --> 02:56:33,805
josh, before you go, I'm gonna call the next, uh, tra of speakers.

2402
02:56:34,865 --> 02:56:38,685
so after josh is veronica, after veronica is anthony,

2403
02:56:39,785 --> 02:56:42,545
uh, lindsay wynn. Mary dw

2404
02:56:43,945 --> 02:56:46,885
ro, f-a-I-r-o-z, beri, b-e-h-I-r-I,

2405
02:56:48,945 --> 02:56:52,685
uh, peter alvarez, alex cherin, jeff hoffman, kathleen adams,

2406
02:56:53,585 --> 02:56:56,485
and reverend maryann. Okay, josh, you're up.

2407
02:56:58,535 --> 02:57:02,445
thank you. And good evening, honorable mayor, city council. My name is josh de leon. I

2408
02:57:02,565 --> 02:57:06,385
am the interim director for long beach for just economy at lane. And our, our core ask

2409
02:57:06,605 --> 02:57:10,445
here is to continue, uh, this motion until staff can evaluate and include support

2410
02:57:10,805 --> 02:57:14,625
for wage benefits for the workers of the club. And, and I wanna be clear, uh,

2411
02:57:14,845 --> 02:57:18,545
we're not calling for a hard no on this, uh, renovation project, right? Uh,

2412
02:57:19,065 --> 02:57:22,965
we want projects built by local unions. We want our fellow residents to find

2413
02:57:23,125 --> 02:57:27,045
community, uh, in these historic spaces like, uh, the yacht club. This is not

2414
02:57:27,165 --> 02:57:30,945
incompatible with what has been shared already, but really what we want to make sure is

2415
02:57:31,365 --> 02:57:34,965
that the essential stakeholder missing this proposal, the workers

2416
02:57:35,385 --> 02:57:39,325
who staff it are protected too. Here's what we mean by this. There are

2417
02:57:39,445 --> 02:57:43,345
90% offsets from the market based rent for this agreement. Uh, that's

2418
02:57:43,805 --> 02:57:47,725
a great deal for the yacht club. But within this deal, what we wanna see is that the workers

2419
02:57:47,925 --> 02:57:51,405
themselves also get some sort of wage, uh, more health benefit,

2420
02:57:52,145 --> 02:57:55,995
uh, explored by the city. So we can ensure that the city as a proprietor of public land

2421
02:57:56,905 --> 02:58:00,805
is raising the standard for living wages and proper benefits for all the

2422
02:58:01,005 --> 02:58:04,885
workers who then operate in this, right? It is a privilege for private entities to

2423
02:58:05,085 --> 02:58:09,065
be on public land. And I want our workers who will be there, who make it possible, uh,

2424
02:58:09,345 --> 02:58:13,285
who do the daily work to make the club flourish, uh, to be able to benefit and flourish

2425
02:58:13,365 --> 02:58:17,365
themselves, right? And so let's, let's take a little bit of time to study that. Let's make

2426
02:58:17,605 --> 02:58:21,505
it 10% better, 20% better, and ensure that all of our community members, the

2427
02:58:21,725 --> 02:58:25,725
workers who are not in this deal right now, get included and then let's move this forward. Thank you.

2428
02:58:26,095 --> 02:58:29,975
thank you. Alright. Next is veronica. After

2429
02:58:30,605 --> 02:58:34,135
veronica is anthony. Good evening, mayor

2430
02:58:34,745 --> 02:58:38,685
and council. My name is veronica lawrence. I've enjoyed working at the long beach

2431
02:58:38,845 --> 02:58:42,605
chocolate for 20 years. I am, I wanted to be here.

2432
02:58:42,865 --> 02:58:46,645
so it was clear that workers should be considered in

2433
02:58:46,925 --> 02:58:50,245
decisions that are made by the city council today. Thank you very much.

2434
02:58:51,415 --> 02:58:53,685
thank you. Next is anthony. And then lindsey.

2435
02:58:56,825 --> 02:59:00,725
got to do mayor, mayor, and city council. My name's anthony lawrence. I work at the long beach yacht club and

2436
02:59:00,945 --> 02:59:04,805
I'm also a student at cal state long beach. I am here today to acknowledge that workers

2437
02:59:05,025 --> 02:59:08,925
are directly affected by decisions made by this facility, and we hope that employees are

2438
02:59:09,085 --> 02:59:12,685
being considered. Thank you for your time. Thank you. Next is lindsey

2439
02:59:13,225 --> 02:59:16,845
and then mary. Good evening mayor and city council.

2440
02:59:17,685 --> 02:59:21,685
I am lindsay. I've been working at the long beach yacht club for about seven years, and I

2441
02:59:21,805 --> 02:59:25,765
just wanna be here and to observe and let it known that the workers'

2442
02:59:26,325 --> 02:59:29,045
community is affected by the city council decisions.

2443
02:59:30,695 --> 02:59:34,375
thank you. Alright, mayor

2444
02:59:34,795 --> 02:59:38,725
mary and then ro. Good evening, honorable mayor and council members.

2445
02:59:39,265 --> 02:59:42,525
my name is reverend mary yung. I am the labor program

2446
02:59:43,365 --> 02:59:47,245
director at crew clergy and laity united for economic justice. And I'm here

2447
02:59:47,405 --> 02:59:51,365
to respectfully ask you to slow down the decision and, uh, give

2448
02:59:51,675 --> 02:59:55,645
time for more thorough study and discussion. Uh, many members of the

2449
02:59:55,805 --> 02:59:59,685
long beach yacht club are members of long beach congregations, working with crew

2450
02:59:59,965 --> 03:00:03,865
to advocate for the dignity of our community, including workers and

2451
03:00:04,085 --> 03:00:07,845
immigrants. And so we deeply be concerned about this proposed lease extension

2452
03:00:08,595 --> 03:00:12,155
because it does not provide competitive financial investments

2453
03:00:12,845 --> 03:00:16,605
in our city for the next 65 years. And most long beach residents

2454
03:00:16,885 --> 03:00:20,525
never step on that, uh, on this yacht club property because it's inclusive

2455
03:00:21,025 --> 03:00:24,885
to upper class community and really not accessible to our working class

2456
03:00:25,565 --> 03:00:29,205
families. And so we wanna make sure that lease is a public land should

2457
03:00:29,685 --> 03:00:33,005
come with guaranteed public benefits, not ac not accounting

2458
03:00:33,965 --> 03:00:37,595
maneuvers that reduce rent own. And the structure right now prioritizes

2459
03:00:38,485 --> 03:00:42,305
a private club over our public interest. And so, uh, we

2460
03:00:42,525 --> 03:00:46,195
asking that you would, um, make a thought, um, make

2461
03:00:46,625 --> 03:00:50,075
tam to look into, uh, this discussion because

2462
03:00:50,755 --> 03:00:54,125
responsible stewardship of resources for the good of the whole community

2463
03:00:54,825 --> 03:00:58,685
is a high value in every faith and spiritual tradition. And you have

2464
03:00:58,845 --> 03:01:02,765
the privilege and responsibility to steward our public lens for the good

2465
03:01:02,965 --> 03:01:06,905
of our community. And so I urge you to slow down and to

2466
03:01:07,405 --> 03:01:11,175
continue this item for thorough discussion. And thank you for your leadership. Thank

2467
03:01:11,525 --> 03:01:14,245
you so much. Next is ros and then peter.

2468
03:01:17,905 --> 03:01:21,515
um, I'm actually, uh, from, um, district two and also

2469
03:01:21,925 --> 03:01:25,285
a leader of long beach islamic center, um, bar of blue, uh, justice.

2470
03:01:26,305 --> 03:01:29,905
I'm actually here because I'm very concerned about the long beach yacht club, um,

2471
03:01:30,355 --> 03:01:33,525
amendment that's being described as a good financial deal, which is,

2472
03:01:34,365 --> 03:01:38,025
I don't think so because it's actually dealing with it

2473
03:01:38,385 --> 03:01:42,045
to 2091, which is more than six decades

2474
03:01:42,515 --> 03:01:46,185
from now. And I don't think a lot of us will be alive. So,

2475
03:01:46,745 --> 03:01:50,365
um, taking, uh, responsibility of taking a a

2476
03:01:50,845 --> 03:01:54,805
decision for this generation in our faith tradition, we are thought

2477
03:01:55,115 --> 03:01:58,805
that every, everything we hold and trust land money and power

2478
03:01:59,385 --> 03:02:03,325
is an amana, which is, um, sacred responsibility. We are

2479
03:02:03,865 --> 03:02:07,855
not owners in the absolute sense. We are, uh, caretakers

2480
03:02:08,525 --> 03:02:12,265
on behalf, on god and behalf on future generation and

2481
03:02:12,765 --> 03:02:16,305
actually our islam teacher that we will be held con

2482
03:02:17,675 --> 03:02:21,585
accountable. I'm tired of waiting, I'm so sorry, , but for what we

2483
03:02:21,805 --> 03:02:25,675
protect when public land is interested, interested

2484
03:02:26,645 --> 03:02:30,545
to us, and we are morally obligated to ensure

2485
03:02:31,045 --> 03:02:34,545
it serve the broader communities, especially those who come after

2486
03:02:35,445 --> 03:02:39,305
us. So decision is very difficult to take a decision in behalf of

2487
03:02:39,465 --> 03:02:43,425
our next generation. And thank you so much for listening to me. Thank you

2488
03:02:43,505 --> 03:02:46,585
so much. Alright. Uh, next is peter.

2489
03:02:48,245 --> 03:02:51,465
is peter here? Okay. Peter. And then after peter is alex.

2490
03:02:54,235 --> 03:02:57,985
hello, my name is pete. Um, I live here in long beach. It seems

2491
03:02:58,465 --> 03:03:02,205
everyone always worries about the companies themselves and not about the workers. Um,

2492
03:03:02,825 --> 03:03:06,825
I was wondering why we're rushing to make this decision while we aren't against

2493
03:03:07,145 --> 03:03:10,905
the idea. The lease itself, the existing lease doesn't expire until

2494
03:03:11,185 --> 03:03:15,145
2050, which is in 24 years. And yet we're being asked to extend it

2495
03:03:15,445 --> 03:03:19,255
for the next six decades. Um, it's

2496
03:03:19,545 --> 03:03:23,425
an important decision for the community as a whole. We ask that you please continue this

2497
03:03:23,625 --> 03:03:27,105
item and allow full consideration of the consequences of this decision. Thank you.

2498
03:03:27,755 --> 03:03:31,685
thank you so much. Alright, alex and

2499
03:03:31,905 --> 03:03:35,905
then jeff. Thank you mr. Mayor members, the city council. I, I first wanna start

2500
03:03:36,145 --> 03:03:40,025
off by thanking staff for the nearly four years of work that has gone

2501
03:03:40,185 --> 03:03:44,025
into this project. Uh, we're very proud of the project, which is approved by

2502
03:03:44,225 --> 03:03:48,115
both your planning commission and the california coastal commission. We're

2503
03:03:48,465 --> 03:03:52,305
proud of the community outreach we've done over the last four years, including over two dozen meetings

2504
03:03:52,745 --> 03:03:56,625
with community groups and constituents. We're proud of the community benefits

2505
03:03:56,785 --> 03:04:00,605
we've worked on in collaboration with the city coastal staff, community organizations,

2506
03:04:01,305 --> 03:04:05,245
and nonprofits. We're proud that this community benefit package is a living

2507
03:04:05,365 --> 03:04:09,285
breathing document. As lisa mentioned, it allows programs to be swapped out

2508
03:04:09,705 --> 03:04:13,525
if they're not providing the intended economic benefit. And we look forward to our pledge

2509
03:04:13,805 --> 03:04:17,605
of working with each council office to make sure that there is equity among

2510
03:04:17,925 --> 03:04:21,925
the districts for purposes of this community benefit package. We're proud of the community

2511
03:04:22,325 --> 03:04:26,095
room that will be built as a result so that nonprofits like children today,

2512
03:04:26,905 --> 03:04:30,805
uh, can use them and neighborhood groups as well. We're proud of our una partners

2513
03:04:31,345 --> 03:04:35,245
who waited eight hours at the california coastal commission to testify in support of this

2514
03:04:35,405 --> 03:04:39,405
project and, and it might add,

2515
03:04:39,765 --> 03:04:43,085
ate some pretty bad pizza on the lunch break. So thank you guys for putting up with that.

2516
03:04:43,975 --> 03:04:47,705
we're proud of our track record with unite here who have represented our

2517
03:04:48,085 --> 03:04:51,685
employees for nearly three decades. And as mentioned to you earlier, we have a successful

2518
03:04:52,405 --> 03:04:56,045
record of negotiating every contract with them. This current collective

2519
03:04:56,565 --> 03:05:00,525
bargaining agreement will be no different. We're proud that if approved tonight, the

2520
03:05:00,725 --> 03:05:04,525
lease extension will serve as the final conduit to allow construction before the 2028

2521
03:05:05,165 --> 03:05:07,325
games. Thank you very much. Thank you so much.

2522
03:05:09,675 --> 03:05:13,505
alright. Uh, jeff, before you go, I'm gonna call the next, uh, tra

2523
03:05:13,725 --> 03:05:17,395
of names. Okay. So it'll be jeff and kathleen, reverend maryann,

2524
03:05:18,555 --> 03:05:21,715
lana farhan. If you heard your name, please make your way to the front. Uh, alexander mendoza,

2525
03:05:23,355 --> 03:05:27,265
anthony h sean ot, juanna melara, and

2526
03:05:27,495 --> 03:05:31,085
betty alvarez. All right. You are up. Jeff . Okay.

2527
03:05:31,655 --> 03:05:35,645
thank you. Honorable mayor, members of the city council. Happy to be here.

2528
03:05:36,185 --> 03:05:39,765
you know, this, this has been, I think, a really interesting council meeting because

2529
03:05:40,585 --> 03:05:44,165
of really focusing on the cultural heritage of our city.

2530
03:05:44,685 --> 03:05:48,525
I mean, vip records talking about our music history, even

2531
03:05:48,805 --> 03:05:52,725
going all the way back to the municipal band. But, you know, our name is long beach

2532
03:05:53,185 --> 03:05:57,125
and we're about the water and a lot of things happened on the water. And the long beach yacht

2533
03:05:57,405 --> 03:06:01,405
club is really focused on that 97 years as part of

2534
03:06:01,525 --> 03:06:05,375
this city. So, uh, we're, I'm really passionate about

2535
03:06:05,945 --> 03:06:09,885
the work that we wanna do leading up to the olympics. I just wanna

2536
03:06:10,115 --> 03:06:13,875
read a couple of paragraphs out of a letter that our immediate past

2537
03:06:14,355 --> 03:06:18,285
commodore lisa meyer sent to all of you today. The timing

2538
03:06:18,545 --> 03:06:22,085
of the lease extension is essential to the viability of the modernization

2539
03:06:22,955 --> 03:06:26,725
project as a whole. Simply stated, without this

2540
03:06:27,005 --> 03:06:30,225
lease extension, the project will not happen. Simply

2541
03:06:31,065 --> 03:06:35,005
any delay or continuance in the lease approval process will seriously

2542
03:06:35,805 --> 03:06:39,645
jeopardize the financial feasibility of the project in order to meet

2543
03:06:39,905 --> 03:06:43,285
the 2028 summer olympic deadline.

2544
03:06:44,425 --> 03:06:48,245
so, just wanted to reinforce that one fact that the clock

2545
03:06:48,465 --> 03:06:51,605
is ticking. We're looking forward to welcoming the world in 2028,

2546
03:06:53,105 --> 03:06:57,055
and as of six days ago, we're now 2026. So let's

2547
03:06:57,405 --> 03:07:00,515
approve this tonight. Thank you. Thank you. Alright,

2548
03:07:01,445 --> 03:07:04,645
kathleen, you're up, kathleen.

2549
03:07:05,855 --> 03:07:09,725
hello. Happy new year and so good to see you. Happy new year to you. And y'all look in

2550
03:07:09,885 --> 03:07:13,585
good health except, and the one that isn't. I hope you feel better. Um,

2551
03:07:14,665 --> 03:07:18,645
I'm here to, I sent a letter to darrell . I can leave a copy

2552
03:07:18,845 --> 03:07:22,055
here for the clerk. Um, just for record,

2553
03:07:23,215 --> 03:07:27,035
um, I asked that we pause on this and take time to review

2554
03:07:27,315 --> 03:07:30,755
and understand the impact. What was missing at presentation that I looked at today?

2555
03:07:31,855 --> 03:07:35,615
uh, I have a engineering background with c-s-u-l-b and

2556
03:07:36,265 --> 03:07:39,835
there's no, I didn't see how it benefits the public.

2557
03:07:41,035 --> 03:07:44,755
I see how it benefits the private members, but I don't see the,

2558
03:07:45,175 --> 03:07:48,585
so can you come back and add, there's girls and boys club.

2559
03:07:49,345 --> 03:07:52,995
there's gonna be open sessions that are available to the public

2560
03:07:53,375 --> 03:07:57,315
for education. Um, there's partnerships with cal state

2561
03:07:57,545 --> 03:08:01,465
long beach where people can learn how to sail. And frankly, it's

2562
03:08:01,755 --> 03:08:05,675
the first time I looked at the website. I, I didn't, I've learned of two, there's

2563
03:08:06,115 --> 03:08:09,865
two things I know about this yacht club. You have to be a member and there's

2564
03:08:10,635 --> 03:08:13,715
fireworks and, um, there's a boat parade, which I've heard is really awesome.

2565
03:08:14,735 --> 03:08:18,515
so I'd like to see that it get past, say next week with a 10 years

2566
03:08:18,745 --> 03:08:22,315
rent lease, not 60. Um, that way you can reassess

2567
03:08:22,835 --> 03:08:26,815
after the olympics and maybe the deal will should

2568
03:08:27,515 --> 03:08:31,395
change appropriately. Rent increase held for four years, not five. So that

2569
03:08:31,555 --> 03:08:35,255
when the city council changes that they can give input and credit

2570
03:08:35,865 --> 03:08:39,755
only for use, not as a block credit. Thank you for updating the presentation

2571
03:08:40,275 --> 03:08:43,915
and bringing it back. Thank you so much. Alright, next is reverend maryanne,

2572
03:08:44,475 --> 03:08:46,375
then lana farhan fan.

2573
03:08:56,065 --> 03:08:59,775
reverend maryanne. Yes. Hi, my name is garrett montoya.

2574
03:09:00,285 --> 03:09:04,245
I'm with unite here, local 11. Um, maryanne had to leave early, so

2575
03:09:04,485 --> 03:09:08,455
I'm, she asked that I read this. That's fine statement. You guys waiting a long time. Go for it. Alright. Good

2576
03:09:08,745 --> 03:09:12,205
evening. Um, mayor richardson and council members, my name is

2577
03:09:12,825 --> 03:09:16,375
reverend maryanne pickard. I'm the senior pastor of lakewood u united methodist

2578
03:09:16,985 --> 03:09:20,375
church and a resident of district four. I'm also a member of clue

2579
03:09:21,245 --> 03:09:25,225
clergy and laity united for economic justice. I'm here to urge

2580
03:09:25,425 --> 03:09:29,265
you to continue this item for further discussion and to slow down the important

2581
03:09:29,945 --> 03:09:33,265
decision so that the staff can evaluate the rent offsets proposed

2582
03:09:33,965 --> 03:09:37,825
in the the lease. The current lease does not expire until 2050,

2583
03:09:38,845 --> 03:09:41,985
yet the city is being asked now to extend it all the way to 2091.

2584
03:09:43,815 --> 03:09:47,625
that is 65 years from today. That raises the simple questions,

2585
03:09:48,245 --> 03:09:52,225
why rush and why 65 years? To make such a

2586
03:09:52,345 --> 03:09:56,325
long time commitment, we need to do a thorough study and assessment on the impact of

2587
03:09:56,485 --> 03:10:00,435
this proposed lease extension on our lb community. This

2588
03:10:01,165 --> 03:10:04,615
property sits on our coastline, yet this agreement expands a private club while

2589
03:10:05,205 --> 03:10:09,005
offering very limited community benefits. Many residents will never step foot inside this

2590
03:10:09,485 --> 03:10:13,365
facility, yet we are asked to give up control of land until nearly the end

2591
03:10:13,565 --> 03:10:17,465
of the century. Public coastal land should maximize public access,

2592
03:10:18,185 --> 03:10:22,165
not entrenched exclusivity. Leases of public land should come with

2593
03:10:22,725 --> 03:10:26,565
guaranteed public benefits, generate real value, not paper rent that disappears

2594
03:10:27,125 --> 03:10:30,525
through offsets. As a faith leader, I believe in our interconnections,

2595
03:10:31,585 --> 03:10:34,955
the wellbeing of, of community, and the thriving of business. However,

2596
03:10:35,945 --> 03:10:39,885
the proposed lease prioritizes a private club over community benefits

2597
03:10:40,085 --> 03:10:44,005
instead of showing mutual investments in long beach residents and workers. Sir, your time's

2598
03:10:44,245 --> 03:10:47,645
concluded. Alright, thank you. Thank you.

2599
03:10:48,395 --> 03:10:52,285
alright, next is lana. And then alexander. Is lana here?

2600
03:10:52,985 --> 03:10:56,785
no. No. How about a alexander? Okay, how about anthony? Are

2601
03:10:57,005 --> 03:10:59,405
you alexander? Yes. Okay. After alexander is anthony.

2602
03:11:02,335 --> 03:11:06,245
hello. Good evening. Uh, hello. My name is alex. I work at the long beach conference

2603
03:11:06,685 --> 03:11:10,485
center and I agreed you to continue this item. If rental

2604
03:11:11,185 --> 03:11:14,965
set are being considered for use or the community room,

2605
03:11:15,205 --> 03:11:18,795
whether it's use or not, why not consider offsets

2606
03:11:19,305 --> 03:11:23,155
for increased wages and healthcare benefits for the workers? Long beach? Long

2607
03:11:23,445 --> 03:11:27,245
beach has already tooken actions to support work self resilience

2608
03:11:27,665 --> 03:11:31,545
for workers like me at the long, at the long beach convention center and

2609
03:11:31,795 --> 03:11:35,395
airport rent offsets can also be used to promote

2610
03:11:35,885 --> 03:11:39,465
workers self resilience. The proposal also supports the

2611
03:11:40,005 --> 03:11:43,955
operator of the state site by offsetting the potential

2612
03:11:45,545 --> 03:11:49,405
al cost. It's a win win win. Please continue this item. The city

2613
03:11:49,705 --> 03:11:53,325
can consider all, all this options. Thank you. Thank you.

2614
03:11:54,115 --> 03:11:55,475
next is anthony and then sean.

2615
03:11:58,195 --> 03:12:02,095
is anthony here? That's juan.

2616
03:12:02,295 --> 03:12:06,095
I have juan on the list already. Yeah. Okay. Juana, you can go now.

2617
03:12:06,845 --> 03:12:10,455
okay. Good evening mayor. Um, richardson in city council.

2618
03:12:11,475 --> 03:12:15,335
my name is juana mal. I work here in the city of long beach.

2619
03:12:16,535 --> 03:12:19,935
I urge you to, you vote continue on the proposed

2620
03:12:20,605 --> 03:12:23,725
list extension for the long beach yacht club.

2621
03:12:24,925 --> 03:12:28,435
this deal will lock up publicly on land until 2091,

2622
03:12:31,735 --> 03:12:35,625
more than six dec decades from now. That's a might long time.

2623
03:12:36,825 --> 03:12:40,335
I don't, I don't oppose to the lease extension in pre principle,

2624
03:12:41,285 --> 03:12:45,215
but no city council today can predict what

2625
03:12:45,505 --> 03:12:49,435
long beach will need in the future. This should be no

2626
03:12:49,685 --> 03:12:53,165
rush here. The list doesn't expire until 2050.

2627
03:12:54,915 --> 03:12:58,525
please continue deciding and where to improve this list.

2628
03:12:59,585 --> 03:13:03,165
thank you. Thank you wana. Alright,

2629
03:13:03,715 --> 03:13:07,125
I'm gonna read the rest of the names if you're here. Come forward. Anthony h sean,

2630
03:13:07,815 --> 03:13:10,415
ot and beverly, uh, excuse me, betty alvarez.

2631
03:13:13,305 --> 03:13:17,075
hello. Good evening, mayor and council. Uh, my name is anthony. Um,

2632
03:13:17,915 --> 03:13:21,755
I'm a long beach young yacht club employee of 12 years. Um,

2633
03:13:22,395 --> 03:13:25,955
I'm just here to kind of reiterate what all of our, uh, employees that work there say,

2634
03:13:26,795 --> 03:13:30,415
um, that those us that worked there at the yacht club, some of us

2635
03:13:30,815 --> 03:13:33,895
multiple decades, 10, 20, 30 plus years,

2636
03:13:34,915 --> 03:13:38,535
um, we feel that we do matter when decisions like this are being made. So we just wanna

2637
03:13:39,315 --> 03:13:43,135
please be mindful and considerate of us as well when you're making these decisions. Thank you.

2638
03:13:45,145 --> 03:13:48,445
thank you so much. Uh, sean. Sean,

2639
03:13:50,595 --> 03:13:54,595
I'm assuming you're sean. You don't look like betty . I'll be sean. Okay. All right. Uh,

2640
03:13:54,845 --> 03:13:58,735
sean ote, long beach, native poly graduate, and current belmont

2641
03:13:59,055 --> 03:14:02,615
shore resident. Uh, I'm here in support of the long beach yacht club lease renewal.

2642
03:14:03,715 --> 03:14:07,615
but I'd like to go a little off script here and, uh, just marvel for a

2643
03:14:07,735 --> 03:14:11,455
second at the big picture represented here tonight. Uh, I want to thank everybody

2644
03:14:11,815 --> 03:14:15,725
in the room because, you know, we're here to voice our opinions and show

2645
03:14:16,035 --> 03:14:19,595
our civic duty about, you know, we matter when we bring things up

2646
03:14:20,555 --> 03:14:24,355
and listening to the items on tonight's docket. I'm excited to

2647
03:14:24,575 --> 03:14:27,935
see all of the forward thinking that this group is brought to the table.

2648
03:14:29,075 --> 03:14:32,655
the waterfront amphitheater venue, the long beach municipal band was mentioned,

2649
03:14:34,015 --> 03:14:37,935
vip records park, the kiosks, and now the renovation and

2650
03:14:38,135 --> 03:14:41,985
lease extension for the historic long beach chalk club. All

2651
03:14:42,325 --> 03:14:46,105
fantastic projects, all forward thinking. So thank you for

2652
03:14:46,345 --> 03:14:50,285
me and my family for all that you do to build a better and stronger

2653
03:14:50,445 --> 03:14:53,885
community here in long beach. Appreciate it. Thank you so much.

2654
03:14:54,515 --> 03:14:56,405
alright, our final speaker is betty

2655
03:15:02,045 --> 03:15:04,105
ola ez.

2656
03:15:54,545 --> 03:15:58,435
hello, my name is betty alvarez. I'm here mostly to ask you to hold on

2657
03:15:58,655 --> 03:16:02,595
this item for a few weeks. This is a lease that will be in place for

2658
03:16:02,815 --> 03:16:06,805
the next 65 years. There are many reductions in rent for the company here.

2659
03:16:07,445 --> 03:16:11,275
shouldn't we take some time to think through the community benefits and

2660
03:16:11,505 --> 03:16:14,575
associated offsets in rent for things like wages and healthcare?

2661
03:16:16,495 --> 03:16:20,285
please take time to fully study this before you make this decision, which

2662
03:16:20,635 --> 03:16:23,395
is an important decision for all of long beach. Thank you.

2663
03:16:25,645 --> 03:16:29,535
right. I wanna thank, uh, everyone for

2664
03:16:29,755 --> 03:16:33,475
coming out and, um, and their public comment. And we're now gonna take it back,

2665
03:16:33,975 --> 03:16:37,955
uh, behind the dais. Uh, I wanna recognize just all the different

2666
03:16:38,195 --> 03:16:41,225
voices we've had. A lot of people have waited a long time tonight,

2667
03:16:42,295 --> 03:16:46,175
uh, and for a long time just on this project. And, uh,

2668
03:16:46,415 --> 03:16:50,295
and different voices. And sometimes those voices don't necessarily agree. Uh,

2669
03:16:50,575 --> 03:16:54,555
but I am encouraged to see folks that I've known advocate for different things

2670
03:16:54,715 --> 03:16:58,695
across the city for many years. Uh, I know you all care about our city and

2671
03:16:58,915 --> 03:17:02,595
you love our city, and my hope is that you, you know, you find a way to answer

2672
03:17:02,955 --> 03:17:06,915
some of the 12 tough questions that were asked tonight. So I know there's gonna be some

2673
03:17:07,115 --> 03:17:10,755
important questions. The council has a lot of questions, so we're gonna jump right into it. We're gonna start

2674
03:17:11,465 --> 03:17:15,175
with, um, uh, council member duggan.

2675
03:17:18,235 --> 03:17:21,165
all right. Thank you mayor. And I wanna echo

2676
03:17:22,635 --> 03:17:26,275
the mayor's thanks and one of our la uh, last speakers who talked

2677
03:17:26,695 --> 03:17:30,155
about how many great projects came to the table tonight

2678
03:17:31,185 --> 03:17:35,085
and how important it is for all of you to be here so we can hear

2679
03:17:35,955 --> 03:17:39,765
your thoughts about things that are coming to our city. So thank you for

2680
03:17:40,325 --> 03:17:43,425
being here. Um,

2681
03:17:44,605 --> 03:17:47,895
economic development and community development teams have spent

2682
03:17:49,015 --> 03:17:52,845
years on this. I so appreciate all the work that has gone

2683
03:17:53,235 --> 03:17:57,125
into this project. Um, you've worked with members of the long, long beach yacht

2684
03:17:57,445 --> 03:18:01,155
club. You've worked with the coastal commission.

2685
03:18:02,185 --> 03:18:05,665
this to reach an agreement that meaningfully expands

2686
03:18:06,425 --> 03:18:10,255
community benefit at this facility. That is our

2687
03:18:10,585 --> 03:18:14,395
goal. When I was first elected, one of the first things that we did

2688
03:18:14,595 --> 03:18:17,035
was take a close look at the tidelands fund.

2689
03:18:18,695 --> 03:18:22,325
as many of you know, revenues generated from these facilities

2690
03:18:23,135 --> 03:18:27,035
are consistent with the public trust and must be spent within

2691
03:18:27,335 --> 03:18:30,995
the tidelands. Historically, when the city was generating

2692
03:18:31,515 --> 03:18:35,415
significant revenue from oil lease revenue wasn't a pri

2693
03:18:35,695 --> 03:18:39,295
wasn't prioritized. And many of the

2694
03:18:39,775 --> 03:18:42,395
leases that we inherited reflected that

2695
03:18:44,755 --> 03:18:48,385
as those conditions change, though they've changed. Right now,

2696
03:18:48,905 --> 03:18:52,865
it has become clear that several of these agreements no longer reflect the

2697
03:18:53,085 --> 03:18:57,045
true value of our public assets. Over the

2698
03:18:57,245 --> 03:19:00,845
past three years, we've been working to renegotiate several

2699
03:19:01,635 --> 03:19:05,135
tidelands leases to better reflect today's market conditions.

2700
03:19:06,475 --> 03:19:09,365
when I reviewed the lease for the long beach yacht club,

2701
03:19:10,965 --> 03:19:14,345
I saw that the agreement included no formal

2702
03:19:15,075 --> 03:19:18,605
community benefit, and it currently runs through 2051.

2703
03:19:19,905 --> 03:19:23,905
it currently offers no community benefit. That is

2704
03:19:24,245 --> 03:19:28,205
the deal that we are looking at today, a lease

2705
03:19:28,445 --> 03:19:30,285
that includes community ben benefit.

2706
03:19:32,875 --> 03:19:36,685
when this project opened up the opportunity to reopen

2707
03:19:37,225 --> 03:19:41,185
the lease, I wanted to support renegotiation to

2708
03:19:41,405 --> 03:19:44,115
bring forward a formal community benefit package

2709
03:19:45,625 --> 03:19:48,365
25 years earlier than expected.

2710
03:19:52,095 --> 03:19:54,285
it's really important to note that the $200,000

2711
03:19:56,485 --> 03:19:59,975
annual rent that's proposed, that is not arbitrary.

2712
03:20:01,055 --> 03:20:04,925
that amount was determined using as was shared in

2713
03:20:05,165 --> 03:20:08,585
the presentation, established, established methodology

2714
03:20:09,555 --> 03:20:13,505
based on real estate principles and assessment of a fair

2715
03:20:13,745 --> 03:20:17,505
market value. $200,000. This community

2716
03:20:17,945 --> 03:20:21,825
benefit package and lease renegotiation began more than four years

2717
03:20:22,285 --> 03:20:26,075
ago prior to my time on council. But since

2718
03:20:26,425 --> 03:20:29,945
then, I've continued to work on this effort because of the importance

2719
03:20:30,765 --> 03:20:31,545
of community benefit.

2720
03:20:34,915 --> 03:20:38,735
there have been dozens of iterations with

2721
03:20:39,025 --> 03:20:42,465
the coastal commission. We all know the coastal commission,

2722
03:20:43,165 --> 03:20:46,575
who is well known for holding firm on expanding

2723
03:20:47,185 --> 03:20:50,715
public access across the coast. Throughout

2724
03:20:51,385 --> 03:20:55,245
that process, I was encouraged to hear so

2725
03:20:55,465 --> 03:20:58,205
many club members expanding access.

2726
03:20:59,475 --> 03:21:03,015
while I'm not a member of the yacht club, I'm glad the broader community

2727
03:21:03,655 --> 03:21:07,515
will now gain access under this agreement, rather than waiting until

2728
03:21:07,865 --> 03:21:10,545
2050 to even begin consideration

2729
03:21:11,965 --> 03:21:15,585
of community benefit. This agreement also leverages private investment

2730
03:21:16,285 --> 03:21:20,005
to provide a community accessible space in naples,

2731
03:21:21,595 --> 03:21:25,465
short of the city building and operating a community center.

2732
03:21:26,245 --> 03:21:29,065
and we know how long that takes and how much it takes.

2733
03:21:30,825 --> 03:21:34,675
this would require upfront capital and hundreds of thousands

2734
03:21:34,875 --> 03:21:38,745
of dollars per year in operating expenses. This

2735
03:21:39,035 --> 03:21:42,725
agreement gives residents access to waterfront space

2736
03:21:43,175 --> 03:21:46,405
for classes, meetings, and public programs

2737
03:21:47,965 --> 03:21:51,965
provided by community groups and nonprofits from across long beach.

2738
03:21:53,675 --> 03:21:57,365
this project has taken much longer than expected to get through the coastal commission.

2739
03:21:58,385 --> 03:22:02,085
we heard the import of getting this approved

2740
03:22:02,465 --> 03:22:06,405
so they can get construction going so they can get it

2741
03:22:06,565 --> 03:22:10,125
done before la 28 or by la 28.

2742
03:22:10,915 --> 03:22:14,535
this is a deadline and we can't have the facility under

2743
03:22:15,205 --> 03:22:18,955
construction during the games. The long beach yacht club

2744
03:22:19,935 --> 03:22:23,315
has played an important role in the olympics.

2745
03:22:24,895 --> 03:22:28,635
in the preparation of the olympics, they help to lead the effort

2746
03:22:29,375 --> 03:22:32,835
to keep olympic sailing events in long beach. They

2747
03:22:33,455 --> 03:22:37,005
serve yearly as liaisons with international teams

2748
03:22:37,505 --> 03:22:41,195
and consistently provide support to visiting delegations.

2749
03:22:43,925 --> 03:22:47,685
I understand, and we're hearing that there's a request to delay this approval

2750
03:22:48,025 --> 03:22:51,245
in order to renegotiate the community benefits package.

2751
03:22:53,505 --> 03:22:57,145
I also, we've heard that unite here is asking

2752
03:22:57,645 --> 03:23:01,185
to allocate a portion of the community benefit classes,

2753
03:23:03,065 --> 03:23:05,835
stem programs, uh, swim classes,

2754
03:23:08,225 --> 03:23:10,835
move that towards wages and healthcare.

2755
03:23:13,485 --> 03:23:17,075
I have a really hard time supporting that approach because

2756
03:23:17,635 --> 03:23:21,345
over the past three years, I have been working to expand

2757
03:23:21,765 --> 03:23:25,555
public access to facilities like this. After decades

2758
03:23:26,505 --> 03:23:29,765
of limited access, I don't believe that employee compensation

2759
03:23:30,525 --> 03:23:32,405
should come out of ben benefit packages.

2760
03:23:36,095 --> 03:23:39,725
labor negotiations are the appropriate forum to address

2761
03:23:40,365 --> 03:23:44,265
compensation and benefits, and that process is

2762
03:23:44,485 --> 03:23:48,345
currently underway and should remain separate from these public use

2763
03:23:48,775 --> 03:23:51,715
funds. Couple of concerns I wanna address.

2764
03:23:52,825 --> 03:23:56,415
I've heard concerns about how 600 hours of community access,

2765
03:23:57,295 --> 03:24:00,865
asking how it's going to be managed. Let's be clear.

2766
03:24:02,055 --> 03:24:06,045
this is going to be overseen by the city and not

2767
03:24:06,285 --> 03:24:10,145
by the yacht club. I believe these hours must

2768
03:24:10,615 --> 03:24:14,185
be transparent. They have to be programmed,

2769
03:24:15,025 --> 03:24:18,735
programmed equitably. And I'm committed to work with my council

2770
03:24:19,055 --> 03:24:23,005
colleagues and economic development department to build a system that

2771
03:24:23,375 --> 03:24:27,015
reflects those values. And that means creating clear guidelines,

2772
03:24:28,515 --> 03:24:32,095
asking for input citywide and centering community

2773
03:24:32,535 --> 03:24:35,975
needs from across long beach, especially those who have historically

2774
03:24:36,595 --> 03:24:40,235
lacked access to these kinds of waterfront spaces.

2775
03:24:41,485 --> 03:24:45,195
this is a city controlled public benefit and it must be treated that way from

2776
03:24:45,825 --> 03:24:49,705
day one. I'd like to ask economic development, uh,

2777
03:24:49,975 --> 03:24:53,735
maybe mary torres about specific programs. Could

2778
03:24:54,085 --> 03:24:57,805
you share some of the specifics? We heard that from people asking, they didn't understand

2779
03:24:58,995 --> 03:25:02,885
what was gonna be offered by those community benefit

2780
03:25:03,615 --> 03:25:07,375
hours. Can I ask for clarification

2781
03:25:07,995 --> 03:25:11,895
on the community benefit hours? Are you speaking about the room or about the other programs that they would be

2782
03:25:12,015 --> 03:25:16,015
able to take as credit? I'd like to hear everything. Let's talk about the room to start. Sure. I mean, a community

2783
03:25:16,375 --> 03:25:20,235
room, let me give my thoughts on it and you can clarify it.

2784
03:25:21,075 --> 03:25:25,045
uh, the community room was discussed three years ago as something

2785
03:25:25,845 --> 03:25:29,835
that all of us as council members across the city could use

2786
03:25:30,075 --> 03:25:33,875
if we wanted to have meetings there. This is where, um,

2787
03:25:34,605 --> 03:25:38,145
schools could say, I'd like to book the room for class.

2788
03:25:39,435 --> 03:25:43,335
uh, can you explain a little more about the community room? Sure. That's exactly what

2789
03:25:43,615 --> 03:25:47,415
the room is intended for. So it's not only for city use. We have city programs that

2790
03:25:47,685 --> 03:25:51,555
have training classes, that have, um, you know, we have workforce, uh,

2791
03:25:52,015 --> 03:25:55,815
training that we can have there. Council, um, offices can have meetings there.

2792
03:25:56,195 --> 03:26:00,015
um, they would be open to our partners to community groups in the neighborhood

2793
03:26:00,375 --> 03:26:04,295
to reserve that if they have a a, a board meeting or a public

2794
03:26:04,615 --> 03:26:08,525
meeting that they'd like to have. So it, it is open for use by either city

2795
03:26:08,875 --> 03:26:12,695
or, um, community group and public neighborhood

2796
03:26:13,095 --> 03:26:16,405
associations. Neighborhood associations. Perfect. That

2797
03:26:17,355 --> 03:26:19,935
is a great description of our community room.

2798
03:26:21,485 --> 03:26:25,015
that a community room that the, the yacht club is building

2799
03:26:25,935 --> 03:26:29,695
specifically for this benefit. Can you talk about some of the programs,

2800
03:26:30,135 --> 03:26:33,575
please? Sure. So the, um, with the renovations at the facility,

2801
03:26:34,475 --> 03:26:38,335
um, in addition to the community room, um, they will have rooms that will be

2802
03:26:38,495 --> 03:26:42,135
designated for, uh, programs like regional sailing and aquatic nonprofits,

2803
03:26:42,875 --> 03:26:46,665
um, such as the long beach sailing foundation. Um, there'll be a meeting space

2804
03:26:47,035 --> 03:26:50,935
for public informational meetings, for example, they have a large dining room on the premises that

2805
03:26:51,135 --> 03:26:55,115
could be available for city council meeting if we opted to have that. Um,

2806
03:26:55,605 --> 03:26:59,585
they have the pool for public a, uh, public education. There

2807
03:26:59,935 --> 03:27:03,895
is a safety at c course that's taught over two days. That's both, um, in the

2808
03:27:04,015 --> 03:27:08,005
classroom and on and in the water. So they offer, um, that that

2809
03:27:08,295 --> 03:27:12,195
program there is the stem stem sailing that's been discussed. Um,

2810
03:27:13,425 --> 03:27:17,325
there are, um, the heroes, tto,

2811
03:27:17,545 --> 03:27:21,205
which I think a member of the public had mentioned, um, supporting the police,

2812
03:27:21,735 --> 03:27:25,505
fire, army, navy, marines, um, and hosting, you know, their

2813
03:27:25,995 --> 03:27:29,745
supporting them. There's a sea gals program that's offered two to three times during

2814
03:27:30,145 --> 03:27:33,875
the summer that's designed and taught by women for women, um, to allow

2815
03:27:34,225 --> 03:27:37,985
them an opportunity to sail. Uh, there's the panther at seas program, which I mentioned,

2816
03:27:38,265 --> 03:27:42,085
which is for, uh, students at jordan high school. There's, uh, the year-round

2817
03:27:42,525 --> 03:27:46,365
sailing program that they offer scholarships, the junior, junior skipper memberships

2818
03:27:46,985 --> 03:27:50,825
for, uh, non-members. Um, there is the long beach, um, the

2819
03:27:51,045 --> 03:27:54,805
local high school sailing teams, which a member of the public had mentioned. Uh, camp corinthian

2820
03:27:55,365 --> 03:27:59,225
is, um, for five to 12 year olds, um, to,

2821
03:27:59,665 --> 03:28:03,425
to, um, games and activities that help, um, in,

2822
03:28:04,185 --> 03:28:07,805
uh, introduce them to the sailing and to different activities

2823
03:28:08,325 --> 03:28:11,275
in the water. Um, they do, they host, host blood drives regularly.

2824
03:28:12,545 --> 03:28:16,125
um, there's swim scholarships and sailing scholarships that were mentioned.

2825
03:28:16,985 --> 03:28:20,805
um, and that's just a, a, a sample

2826
03:28:21,065 --> 03:28:24,975
of what's on the menu. But again, the, uh, programs that are offered can be added.

2827
03:28:25,905 --> 03:28:29,765
um, shannon had mentioned that, um, we're expecting, or they're

2828
03:28:30,165 --> 03:28:33,685
expecting to be able to hit the 80, uh, the 90% credit on the rent.

2829
03:28:34,545 --> 03:28:38,405
um, but they are likely to go over that just given the, the frequency of

2830
03:28:38,565 --> 03:28:42,565
some of these things that are provided. That's great. Thanks for that

2831
03:28:42,755 --> 03:28:46,585
description. Um, I think this is a chance for

2832
03:28:46,805 --> 03:28:50,785
us to bring meaningful public access to this site, and

2833
03:28:51,965 --> 03:28:55,765
not a century from now, but right now, um,

2834
03:28:56,105 --> 03:28:59,855
delaying this project only risks losing community community

2835
03:29:00,465 --> 03:29:04,225
benefit. We've worked very hard to secure. So I'm asking

2836
03:29:04,565 --> 03:29:07,805
my council colleagues to approve this agreement tonight. So

2837
03:29:08,685 --> 03:29:12,665
you want generations of long beach residents to finally share in the use

2838
03:29:12,865 --> 03:29:15,465
of space that has been out of reach for far too long.

2839
03:29:17,005 --> 03:29:20,715
thank you. All right. Next is councilman rick sote. Uh, thank you mayor.

2840
03:29:21,255 --> 03:29:25,115
um, and, uh, thank you, uh, councilman duggan. Uh, one of the questions you asked

2841
03:29:25,295 --> 03:29:28,915
was actually my question. I think a lot of times when people see proformas and they see,

2842
03:29:29,735 --> 03:29:33,395
uh, the kind of detailed financial kind of projections that we have here right around

2843
03:29:34,085 --> 03:29:37,915
rents and offsets, right? Uh, those things kind of seem outta reach and

2844
03:29:38,115 --> 03:29:41,835
unclear. So I think it's important for community members, right, that are here and residents

2845
03:29:42,335 --> 03:29:46,235
to hear from us. Like, hey, how do we come up with those numbers? Like what are those offsets, right?

2846
03:29:46,395 --> 03:29:50,355
what are those community benefits that make a deal like this makes sense from a

2847
03:29:50,475 --> 03:29:54,265
financial standpoint, if that's not your, your, your background, right? I tell everybody that,

2848
03:29:54,655 --> 03:29:58,275
uh, admittedly economic development is the area that I learned the most about,

2849
03:29:58,695 --> 03:30:02,175
uh, as a council member, right? Because it's not necessarily something that, that people teach you. So,

2850
03:30:02,735 --> 03:30:06,715
um, I really appreciated the line of questioning from councilwoman duggan. Um, and so

2851
03:30:07,035 --> 03:30:10,815
I was hoping that we could go back to slide five. Um,

2852
03:30:11,375 --> 03:30:14,995
um, uh, mary torres, and I know you went through

2853
03:30:15,665 --> 03:30:19,465
kind of quickly what those, what the, the rent offsets were, but could you kinda walk

2854
03:30:19,815 --> 03:30:23,755
the, can you walk us slowly through that? So I think that makes it a little bit more

2855
03:30:24,235 --> 03:30:28,095
concrete, um, so that people understand what an office offset is and

2856
03:30:28,315 --> 03:30:29,795
then how that makes up that 90%.

2857
03:30:35,895 --> 03:30:39,885
yes. So, um, with the rent offsets, so, um, we work with

2858
03:30:40,085 --> 03:30:43,925
the club to categorize the, the value of the public benefit. Oh, could

2859
03:30:44,265 --> 03:30:48,125
we get the, could we get the slide up too? I just want you to talk us through it while people are looking at the bar. Sure.

2860
03:30:48,365 --> 03:30:50,965
we've made that request to ti they're putting yeah, they're not in back. Okay, thank you.

2861
03:30:57,685 --> 03:31:01,465
I can fill time. You want to ask a different question while sure. They're doing that. Um,

2862
03:31:01,705 --> 03:31:04,765
oh, they got it. Oh, okay. Here we go. Thank you.

2863
03:31:05,825 --> 03:31:09,685
so, um, on the 90% of the base rent that, um, they're eligible to credit,

2864
03:31:10,305 --> 03:31:14,245
uh, we work with the, the yacht club to come up with what the market value is of

2865
03:31:14,445 --> 03:31:18,445
that service or that program that's being provided, whether it's a scholarship or a

2866
03:31:18,565 --> 03:31:22,205
date to see what that cost is. We do have a, a third party financial

2867
03:31:22,765 --> 03:31:26,225
consultant that we run those values by and make sure that we

2868
03:31:26,835 --> 03:31:30,765
confirm that that is the, the market essentially for that service

2869
03:31:31,225 --> 03:31:34,845
or that program. And then, um, that is what is agreed

2870
03:31:35,235 --> 03:31:38,525
upon, uh, for them to include in their report as a credit.

2871
03:31:39,575 --> 03:31:43,435
understood. Now, the process that we go through using that third party assessing

2872
03:31:44,045 --> 03:31:48,005
what's fair market, uh, fair market value for some of these, um, community benefits.

2873
03:31:48,585 --> 03:31:52,165
are we doing something different here than we do with other city assets?

2874
03:31:52,665 --> 03:31:56,125
is there something here that's unique that's different than what we would do anywhere else in the city?

2875
03:31:58,145 --> 03:32:01,515
no, actually, um, we have other leases that have community benefit credits.

2876
03:32:02,225 --> 03:32:06,165
um, there was a lease for the west health ece that was passed at council a

2877
03:32:06,285 --> 03:32:08,905
few months ago. That includes credit. If there is, um,

2878
03:32:10,675 --> 03:32:14,565
daycare that's provided below market or for free, um, then they are allowed

2879
03:32:14,885 --> 03:32:18,845
to take that credit against their rent. Um, essentially providing a member of the

2880
03:32:19,005 --> 03:32:22,865
public as a, you know, that benefit. Okay. So just, I just wanted to be clear for

2881
03:32:23,135 --> 03:32:27,045
those watching right, that the way that we're applying our methodology here isn't any

2882
03:32:27,205 --> 03:32:30,845
different than we would do with any other city facility where we are

2883
03:32:31,405 --> 03:32:35,265
offering these types of credits credit. Correct. Okay. Um, and then my last question is, um, it

2884
03:32:35,485 --> 03:32:38,785
sounded like people thought that the, the 65 year agreement was, was,

2885
03:32:39,545 --> 03:32:43,025
was long. Can you kind of talk through the, the thought process around

2886
03:32:43,675 --> 03:32:46,585
that agreement and again, kind of comparing it to how we, um,

2887
03:32:47,865 --> 03:32:51,765
how we do these types of agreements across the city? Sure. So, um, I

2888
03:32:51,885 --> 03:32:55,525
will say with the, there is a certain length of time that we're limited to in the tidelands

2889
03:32:56,005 --> 03:32:59,985
area at 66 is the max that we can, we can go to, um, for

2890
03:33:00,245 --> 03:33:04,045
a lease this, this extension, even though we're only requiring a minimum of $10 million investment,

2891
03:33:04,665 --> 03:33:08,645
the, the cost of the construction will likely be double that. And so the yacht club

2892
03:33:08,945 --> 03:33:12,785
is financing that. And a lot oftentimes lenders will require, uh,

2893
03:33:13,165 --> 03:33:17,075
a longer term lease to be able to, um, be collateral for that financing.

2894
03:33:18,225 --> 03:33:21,705
so that is one of the reasons for the longer runway. But we have worked in

2895
03:33:22,505 --> 03:33:26,205
the, um, mechanism that if they don't meet, you know, the public benefit,

2896
03:33:26,675 --> 03:33:30,405
then they pay the city the cash difference. Um, for that, if they,

2897
03:33:30,865 --> 03:33:34,285
um, you know, any time of the year,

2898
03:33:34,985 --> 03:33:38,885
the increase, you know, the rent does increase the, the value of the benefits

2899
03:33:39,245 --> 03:33:43,165
increase accordingly. But, um, the, the time of the year is really for

2900
03:33:43,365 --> 03:33:46,965
them to, to amortize their investment and to be able to secure the financing.

2901
03:33:47,555 --> 03:33:51,485
okay. And then just , and if I can add one thing that's a little bit different, uh, council member here is in

2902
03:33:51,605 --> 03:33:55,465
different than a private financing project where they own that person owns the land and

2903
03:33:55,755 --> 03:33:59,605
they're gonna have that benefit and perpetuity here. Uh, basically it's a private

2904
03:33:59,935 --> 03:34:03,765
group that is putting money into a city facility. So they raise the money,

2905
03:34:03,995 --> 03:34:07,975
they spend the two, the $25 million, but that ultimately becomes a city asset

2906
03:34:08,325 --> 03:34:12,205
at the end of the lease. And so, uh, it is fair then as they, as they're doing that

2907
03:34:12,365 --> 03:34:16,325
investment, that we provide them some ability to use that investment for the purpose

2908
03:34:16,485 --> 03:34:20,405
that it's intended to because ultimately it will become a city asset. Okay. Excellent.

2909
03:34:20,745 --> 03:34:24,295
um, and then just one point of clarification. You used a big financial word amateurize

2910
03:34:25,225 --> 03:34:27,845
at the end of your comments there. Uh, could you just clarify what that means?

2911
03:34:29,605 --> 03:34:33,565
I will attempt to, so that really is the depreciation and it has to do with

2912
03:34:33,685 --> 03:34:37,405
accounting. So when you invest in it, you're gonna take a certain amount of that

2913
03:34:38,175 --> 03:34:41,985
asset depreciation over a year. And so it's really just a longer runway, um,

2914
03:34:42,395 --> 03:34:46,285
when you're investing $20 million into a facility, as tom said, that

2915
03:34:46,445 --> 03:34:50,245
is really a city asset at the end of the day. Okay. So we're gonna summarize that by saying,

2916
03:34:51,175 --> 03:34:55,165
banks look at this and you need to have a long enough runway for be able to, to, for you to

2917
03:34:55,325 --> 03:34:59,205
recruit the investment that you are putting into the facility. Exactly. And so that is, that goes into

2918
03:34:59,485 --> 03:35:03,325
our decision making about the length of the term of the lease. Exactly. Excellent.

2919
03:35:03,615 --> 03:35:07,345
thank you. And if I can clarify one thing that I said, 'cause you'll hear from the attorney later. So

2920
03:35:07,625 --> 03:35:11,485
it actually is a private facility under the lease. So it is their facility that they put money

2921
03:35:11,645 --> 03:35:15,605
into it, but ultimately when that lease ends, everything reverts back to the city. So you

2922
03:35:15,725 --> 03:35:19,725
saw in the presentation that the deed and everything belongs to the city. So what during the

2923
03:35:19,925 --> 03:35:23,835
time of the lease, it is a private facility that has private rights that they can do what they want

2924
03:35:24,125 --> 03:35:28,005
with that facility, but at the end they give up that $25 million investment because the

2925
03:35:28,405 --> 03:35:31,475
city it becomes then at the end, uh, back to the city. Correct.

2926
03:35:32,675 --> 03:35:36,185
okay. Thank you. Thank you. Alright, uh,

2927
03:35:36,755 --> 03:35:40,745
next speaker, council member thrash. Thank you, mayor. Um, so

2928
03:35:40,965 --> 03:35:44,925
thank you for everyone who came out today and provide public comment, uh, on this

2929
03:35:45,085 --> 03:35:48,885
matter. And thank you for your patience this evening. Um, this item

2930
03:35:49,145 --> 03:35:53,085
before us regarding the long beach yacht club is an institution that has been

2931
03:35:53,285 --> 03:35:57,185
a fixture on our waterfront for nearly a century. I wanna start by

2932
03:35:57,435 --> 03:36:01,055
acknowledging the club's, uh, proposed private investment, which

2933
03:36:01,445 --> 03:36:05,285
I believe represents a significant vote of confidence for our city's

2934
03:36:05,685 --> 03:36:09,685
future. We've got, uh, we're preparing for the olympics, as some of you have

2935
03:36:09,845 --> 03:36:13,605
said in 2028. And our coastal assets must and should

2936
03:36:13,925 --> 03:36:17,805
reflect the worldcast world-class caliber that we expect and

2937
03:36:18,005 --> 03:36:21,875
project that long beach is. But part of my responsibility is also

2938
03:36:22,185 --> 03:36:25,945
to consider how we use public land and how

2939
03:36:26,215 --> 03:36:29,935
we're ensuring that we're transparent and equitable in the use of this asset.

2940
03:36:30,945 --> 03:36:34,515
so this commitment has been stated by my colleagues and several of you goes

2941
03:36:35,065 --> 03:36:38,845
un until 2091. And I believe that that means that we've

2942
03:36:39,085 --> 03:36:43,085
gotta make sure we've got a high level of public value. So, through my questions

2943
03:36:43,325 --> 03:36:47,175
that I'll be asking tonight, I just wanna focus on, um, those

2944
03:36:47,645 --> 03:36:51,485
programs and strategies to ensure that this resource

2945
03:36:51,675 --> 03:36:55,565
will be accessible to all of long beach, especially north long beach where

2946
03:36:55,805 --> 03:36:59,605
I represent, which is the furthest from the coastal zone. I was really heartened

2947
03:37:00,005 --> 03:37:03,685
by the number of, uh, those who spoke in public comment, uh, talking

2948
03:37:04,095 --> 03:37:07,965
about the importance of community benefit. And I wanna thank, uh, our councilwoman

2949
03:37:08,765 --> 03:37:12,485
duggan as well for her comments and opening that up and the importance of

2950
03:37:12,805 --> 03:37:16,645
ensuring that that is happening. So let me start with several of those questions.

2951
03:37:17,985 --> 03:37:20,965
so first, uh, there's been a discussion that these negotiations,

2952
03:37:22,265 --> 03:37:26,085
um, have been quick or rushed, but I have heard, uh, from

2953
03:37:26,365 --> 03:37:29,285
my colleagues as well as, uh, it seems from the staff's presentation,

2954
03:37:30,515 --> 03:37:34,315
this has been 2, 3, 4 years of negotiation with

2955
03:37:34,605 --> 03:37:37,185
the long beach yacht club. Can you help me clarify what that number is?

2956
03:37:39,225 --> 03:37:43,055
sure. Um, the project has been, um, around for, for

2957
03:37:43,275 --> 03:37:47,115
two to three years, if not longer. I'm not sure exactly when the yacht club initiated it.

2958
03:37:47,875 --> 03:37:51,515
I do know went to site plan review in 23. It went to planning commission

2959
03:37:51,955 --> 03:37:55,895
in 24. Um, we have been in negotiations with them lockstep the

2960
03:37:56,115 --> 03:37:59,545
whole way, um, working to make sure that whatever they were, um, proposing

2961
03:38:00,175 --> 03:38:04,115
to, to construct at the site was, um, amenable to the city,

2962
03:38:04,375 --> 03:38:07,875
but then also working on what that, what the terms in the negotiation

2963
03:38:08,505 --> 03:38:12,065
look like. So two to three years that you've been at the table regarding

2964
03:38:12,675 --> 03:38:16,515
the community benefits. Yeah. And, and if I can add, I think it started around from the yacht club's

2965
03:38:16,915 --> 03:38:20,875
perspective around 2021, if I, if I recall right. Okay. Uh, and there was also a major public

2966
03:38:21,155 --> 03:38:24,875
meeting last year at the coastal commission, many of which the people in this room on both sides,

2967
03:38:25,215 --> 03:38:28,715
uh, were in attendance to, to be able to, uh, do that in front of the coastal commission.

2968
03:38:29,365 --> 03:38:32,875
thank you for that. Um, we've already noted, and my colleague, uh, councilwoman,

2969
03:38:33,595 --> 03:38:37,555
rick oti, um, asked the question that I wanted to make sure we got to regarding the

2970
03:38:37,755 --> 03:38:41,475
length of the term, uh, and looking at 66 years from now, 2091

2971
03:38:42,495 --> 03:38:46,235
and why that was so important. Um, so I wanna thank the, uh, city staff

2972
03:38:46,575 --> 03:38:50,435
for walking through the importance of ensuring that this asset is something that the

2973
03:38:50,635 --> 03:38:54,425
yacht club can leverage because it's a hundred percent finance privately.

2974
03:38:55,375 --> 03:38:59,145
and in order to be able to attract the kind of private financing that's necessary, they

2975
03:38:59,435 --> 03:39:03,075
will need to be able to show that level of control, uh, of the site through

2976
03:39:03,635 --> 03:39:07,615
a long-term lease with the city. So now let's turn to, um,

2977
03:39:08,915 --> 03:39:12,735
considering the 600 hours of priority use. Um,

2978
03:39:13,055 --> 03:39:16,595
one of the things that I have been looking at or considering is that

2979
03:39:17,115 --> 03:39:21,115
I, what about the fact that if we've got 600 hours, how do we make

2980
03:39:21,275 --> 03:39:24,465
sure that we don't have one group that monopolizes

2981
03:39:25,615 --> 03:39:29,355
uh, the use of the, uh, facility? So is there some

2982
03:39:29,635 --> 03:39:33,615
way to make sure that there isn't one group that's going to get, you know, know 500 hours

2983
03:39:34,145 --> 03:39:36,205
and not give other groups an opportunity to participate?

2984
03:39:38,685 --> 03:39:42,615
yeah, I can try to address that. I think, um, adding onto what councilwoman duggan said,

2985
03:39:42,895 --> 03:39:46,735
I think, uh, the priority over the next, uh, year or so while the construction is taking place,

2986
03:39:47,035 --> 03:39:50,035
is coming up with those guidelines and the, and the process for,

2987
03:39:51,115 --> 03:39:54,635
uh, reserving the space and how that gets approved and, and

2988
03:39:55,235 --> 03:39:58,715
the usage to ensure that it is equitable. So, uh,

2989
03:39:59,795 --> 03:40:03,655
as the maker of the motion, um, councilwoman duggan, one matter that I might

2990
03:40:03,815 --> 03:40:07,605
come back to, and I don't know if it's needed as a friendly, um, is that much

2991
03:40:07,895 --> 03:40:11,655
like some of the other city resources that we have, where there are council

2992
03:40:12,375 --> 03:40:15,975
district specific opportunities to engage with that asset to ensure

2993
03:40:16,525 --> 03:40:20,265
that all of the city is able to participate with that asset.

2994
03:40:20,955 --> 03:40:24,565
we might consider, as we put forward the, um, regulations

2995
03:40:25,315 --> 03:40:29,295
and the guardrails around the 600 hours that there might be some district specific opportunities,

2996
03:40:30,475 --> 03:40:33,325
um, carved out for, uh, the entire city

2997
03:40:38,215 --> 03:40:41,585
district specific is, um, I mean

2998
03:40:42,255 --> 03:40:46,125
that would be fine. I think this is more about, um,

2999
03:40:47,495 --> 03:40:51,425
getting input from all of you. I really, I, I think

3000
03:40:51,655 --> 03:40:55,375
it's important that we do take the next year to make

3001
03:40:55,665 --> 03:40:59,225
sure that there are accessible ways for everyone

3002
03:41:00,005 --> 03:41:03,935
to, to use the yacht club and to bring,

3003
03:41:04,355 --> 03:41:07,885
like between jordan cabrillo.

3004
03:41:09,185 --> 03:41:12,725
um, we have so many high schools that there are opportunities

3005
03:41:13,475 --> 03:41:17,325
that council members can be the point person to really round up

3006
03:41:17,605 --> 03:41:21,285
a program and round up kids to bring them there. And that's what

3007
03:41:21,725 --> 03:41:25,425
I imagine each of the council members being able to

3008
03:41:25,765 --> 03:41:29,565
do. Okay. Um, so I, I don't, I mean, I'm fine with guardrails,

3009
03:41:30,185 --> 03:41:34,005
but frankly, I, I use the yacht club sometimes for community

3010
03:41:34,525 --> 03:41:38,525
meetings and we, in the third district, there are a

3011
03:41:38,645 --> 03:41:42,185
lot of, um, programs that, that kids use.

3012
03:41:43,025 --> 03:41:47,005
I'm, I'm happy to, to talk about that the next year is gonna be key in those guidelines.

3013
03:41:48,185 --> 03:41:51,965
so that will be a recommendation that I, I'll make publicly here and continue to monitor

3014
03:41:52,425 --> 03:41:56,205
as we continue to put forward those recommendations. Uh, then

3015
03:41:56,485 --> 03:42:00,325
there's the issue of accountability. Um, so it appears that

3016
03:42:00,525 --> 03:42:04,165
based on what we have in the agreement so far, there'll be an annual

3017
03:42:04,545 --> 03:42:08,525
review of the use of the hours, um, to ensure that we meet

3018
03:42:08,785 --> 03:42:12,765
or the yacht club meets the 600 hours and, and use in terms of

3019
03:42:12,925 --> 03:42:16,725
community benefit. Um, and if that isn't met, that there is a cash payment,

3020
03:42:17,145 --> 03:42:20,635
is that what I understand to make up for, uh, the difference if that community

3021
03:42:21,405 --> 03:42:25,265
benefit does not equal the 600 hours? No.

3022
03:42:25,485 --> 03:42:29,435
to clarify the 600 hours is, is the equivalent. That

3023
03:42:29,725 --> 03:42:33,645
is what the $120,000 credit is for that they get. And the 600 hours

3024
03:42:33,985 --> 03:42:37,825
is for the city to advertise plan schedule, and

3025
03:42:38,045 --> 03:42:41,945
it's a use it or lose it. The 80, the 90% rent credit for

3026
03:42:42,165 --> 03:42:46,085
the additional 80,000 or 60,000 that they would be,

3027
03:42:46,905 --> 03:42:50,805
um, 'cause 20,000 will be cash, 120 will be credited. So there'll be 60,000

3028
03:42:51,325 --> 03:42:55,325
left that they'll have to true up. And so they will have to provide a report of the

3029
03:42:55,485 --> 03:42:58,565
programs and what they've provided in that amount of the $60,000.

3030
03:43:00,305 --> 03:43:04,285
and if they don't, then they will need to pay the difference. They pay the difference in

3031
03:43:04,405 --> 03:43:08,405
cash to the city. And does that roll over, let's say if the

3032
03:43:08,525 --> 03:43:11,885
city decides to waive it and allow it to roll over the next year, would that be allowed?

3033
03:43:12,745 --> 03:43:16,605
no, we're not allowing it. They have to spend it in that year. They have to either take their

3034
03:43:16,765 --> 03:43:20,415
credit in the year or, um, or pay the cash. Okay. Great.

3035
03:43:21,225 --> 03:43:24,595
all right. So then, um, my final area, or second to last area

3036
03:43:25,265 --> 03:43:29,065
is related to outreach and accessibility. I was really, really pleased at

3037
03:43:29,285 --> 03:43:33,045
the number of yacht club members who came up and shared, uh, the importance

3038
03:43:33,565 --> 03:43:37,245
of ensuring that all of long beach has access, uh, to this resource.

3039
03:43:37,825 --> 03:43:41,405
but I have to admit, with the list of the organizations that you listed,

3040
03:43:42,325 --> 03:43:46,185
I worry that not very many of them have enough outreach and

3041
03:43:46,405 --> 03:43:50,395
relationships across the entire city. So with

3042
03:43:50,685 --> 03:43:54,685
that, um, as we look at, you know, the plans for how do we make

3043
03:43:54,885 --> 03:43:58,565
sure that sailing the stem programs and other recreational programs

3044
03:43:58,965 --> 03:44:02,685
that have been mentioned, if you are not associated with one of those

3045
03:44:03,475 --> 03:44:07,425
nonprofit organizations, which is its own sort of, you

3046
03:44:07,645 --> 03:44:11,525
know, distance from many folks in our community, how can we make

3047
03:44:11,725 --> 03:44:15,405
sure that we have a strategy that includes, uh, various different

3048
03:44:15,805 --> 03:44:19,685
kinds of organizations and connections, uh, so that everyone can access

3049
03:44:20,045 --> 03:44:23,595
the yacht club? Excellent. Could I speak to that because

3050
03:44:24,165 --> 03:44:28,045
I have suggestions? Yes. Yeah. Um, if you don't mind,

3051
03:44:28,625 --> 03:44:32,535
um, this is where it's important. Every council member comes

3052
03:44:32,985 --> 03:44:36,125
up with a nonprofit that can help with this.

3053
03:44:37,085 --> 03:44:40,885
I personally started a nonprofit in 2014 and I went

3054
03:44:41,145 --> 03:44:44,305
to poly, I went to korea, I went to jordan

3055
03:44:45,625 --> 03:44:48,485
to get kids to come and learn to be on the water.

3056
03:44:50,815 --> 03:44:54,815
I wanted to extend, um, the wetlands program,

3057
03:44:55,075 --> 03:44:58,895
the classroom program to different council members. And I know I had mentioned

3058
03:44:59,175 --> 03:45:02,235
it to council member joni zody. And

3059
03:45:03,585 --> 03:45:07,495
what needs to happen is you all need to be educated on

3060
03:45:07,865 --> 03:45:11,105
what is offered and then give input. Because

3061
03:45:11,895 --> 03:45:15,535
the club, I believe that part of what the work that they're gonna do is

3062
03:45:16,125 --> 03:45:20,065
reach out if you can connect them with other nonprofits, it's

3063
03:45:20,355 --> 03:45:23,515
part of what they wanna do to offer their community benefits.

3064
03:45:24,535 --> 03:45:28,515
so I think we're on the same page in terms of offering the input, which is what I was

3065
03:45:28,635 --> 03:45:32,365
doing here today. Um, and suggesting that we wanna have a, a wider

3066
03:45:32,895 --> 03:45:36,475
array of organizations that, um, are able to participate,

3067
03:45:37,545 --> 03:45:40,605
uh, with the yacht club accordingly. And so some of the traditional,

3068
03:45:41,905 --> 03:45:45,605
uh, terms around if you, if your organization is not already a water

3069
03:45:45,925 --> 03:45:49,685
organization, how do you get connected? So that'll be the next step

3070
03:45:50,085 --> 03:45:53,775
I think, in putting together that outreach plan. Absolutely. Input

3071
03:45:54,195 --> 03:45:57,935
from council members is what I'm saying. I think that they can take input

3072
03:45:58,285 --> 03:46:02,165
from each of you for nonprofits also and council member thrash and took,

3073
03:46:02,365 --> 03:46:06,245
um, through these negotiations. We've had these conversations with the yacht club

3074
03:46:06,545 --> 03:46:10,465
and I can tell you that they've been very open to making sure that it's not

3075
03:46:10,685 --> 03:46:14,605
only diverse but equitable throughout the city when it comes to the myriad of

3076
03:46:14,945 --> 03:46:18,465
and diverse menu of options that they have from a community benefit perspective. And

3077
03:46:19,035 --> 03:46:23,015
it's really, uh, upon us to make sure that we're working in partnership every

3078
03:46:23,605 --> 03:46:27,345
district throughout the city, every organization throughout the city, nonprofit, and

3079
03:46:27,675 --> 03:46:31,505
educate and inform them on what those amenities and those benefits are to

3080
03:46:31,725 --> 03:46:35,565
the community. And I'm sure the yacht yacht club will definitely be open to hearing those

3081
03:46:35,845 --> 03:46:39,665
suggestions and ideas as well as we move forward. Yeah, and I would suggest that as we do this, we

3082
03:46:39,885 --> 03:46:43,605
talk about kind of the areas of focus we'd like to, to look at rather

3083
03:46:43,965 --> 03:46:47,965
than creating very specific metrics. 'cause today we're talking about this, but this is gonna be

3084
03:46:48,205 --> 03:46:52,205
a lease that we have until 2091. So we need to be thoughtful about that. We might have different

3085
03:46:52,645 --> 03:46:56,565
districts in the future. We might look completely different. So, uh, just to be mindful of that, I think

3086
03:46:56,685 --> 03:47:00,605
the goal, and we hear it very clearly, is that if there are nonprofits or groups

3087
03:47:00,805 --> 03:47:04,765
that want to come down to the yacht club and be a part of that, then we, uh, that it really should be open

3088
03:47:05,005 --> 03:47:08,965
to the entire city and find some compromise on, on that. Yeah. And we even

3089
03:47:09,265 --> 03:47:12,445
had a conversation we had of a, the long, long beach workforce innovation

3090
03:47:13,415 --> 03:47:17,105
youth career services center, and a lot of those youth have not access

3091
03:47:17,545 --> 03:47:21,345
to water access to organizations like the yacht club. And

3092
03:47:21,915 --> 03:47:25,825
when I've sat down and spoke with them about that opportunities, they've all, they all said is, yes,

3093
03:47:26,135 --> 03:47:30,125
let's, let's pursue that partnership. Wonderful. Well thank you for that.

3094
03:47:30,625 --> 03:47:34,325
uh, and I just wanna say that I appreciate, uh, all of the workers who were out today.

3095
03:47:34,985 --> 03:47:38,565
um, I'm pleased to know that the, uh, building will be built by unionized,

3096
03:47:39,265 --> 03:47:43,085
uh, workers and that the building will be serviced by unionized workers,

3097
03:47:43,945 --> 03:47:47,605
um, and look forward to ensuring that there is an opportunity for living

3098
03:47:48,055 --> 03:47:51,165
wages and opportunities for workers within our city. Thank you.

3099
03:47:53,625 --> 03:47:57,125
gotcha. Alright, thank you. Just, just a note,

3100
03:47:57,945 --> 03:48:01,845
and I, I love the spirit of where this part of the conversation is going.

3101
03:48:02,925 --> 03:48:06,925
I think of, you know, I kinda like the district districts being

3102
03:48:07,165 --> 03:48:11,085
involved in the district knights idea. Uh, I wanna remind folks, none of this goes into effect

3103
03:48:11,285 --> 03:48:15,165
until after it's built, right? So you have a little bit of a runway to shape some of this,

3104
03:48:15,375 --> 03:48:19,075
right? Once you get the certificate right, that is, that it's

3105
03:48:19,565 --> 03:48:23,525
complete, then these programs are going to effect, that's the way the lease is structured. The other piece,

3106
03:48:24,385 --> 03:48:27,925
um, you know, we do district nights at the aquarium. We do district nights,

3107
03:48:28,425 --> 03:48:31,675
you know, harbor cruises. It may not necessarily

3108
03:48:32,505 --> 03:48:35,865
be a district night at the yacht club, but to be able to say,

3109
03:48:36,745 --> 03:48:40,645
uh, to a nonprofit in your district or a school or, you know, I remember we

3110
03:48:40,765 --> 03:48:44,125
were raising money to send the kids from jordan to carnegie hall, right?

3111
03:48:45,105 --> 03:48:48,685
hey, we can put in a chit a free city use stay or something like that.

3112
03:48:49,305 --> 03:48:52,845
uh, put in a request so that you can host your event, your fundraiser,

3113
03:48:53,365 --> 03:48:56,845
whatever it is here, uh, at, at no cost. And it works toward their credit.

3114
03:48:57,615 --> 03:49:01,525
those are the types of things that I think the council would like to be able to offer to their

3115
03:49:01,715 --> 03:49:05,205
communities and ensure there is some engagement in all nine council

3116
03:49:05,765 --> 03:49:09,725
districts. Absolutely. But I think the structure, the structure here allows for that.

3117
03:49:10,265 --> 03:49:13,935
and so I think this is really about making sure we get that input staff

3118
03:49:14,285 --> 03:49:18,165
gets that input and works with the yacht club to make sure that that's, that's included. Yeah, that's

3119
03:49:18,445 --> 03:49:22,005
consistent. Thank you. Okay. Thank you. Council member sorrow. Yes, thank you, mayor.

3120
03:49:22,625 --> 03:49:25,955
um, I do wanna thank councilwoman duggan for ensuring that,

3121
03:49:27,105 --> 03:49:31,005
um, there is a community benefits agreement in this

3122
03:49:31,335 --> 03:49:35,245
lease. Um, you know, renewal. I, I did

3123
03:49:35,445 --> 03:49:38,965
wanna, uh, first just kind of go and also my colleagues for your

3124
03:49:39,845 --> 03:49:43,605
questions. It's helped me answer some of the ones that I was gonna ask as well.

3125
03:49:44,345 --> 03:49:48,125
and obviously wanna thank all of you, labor members of yacht club,

3126
03:49:48,365 --> 03:49:52,205
supporters of yacht club for being here to share your comments. Uh, I think

3127
03:49:52,675 --> 03:49:56,625
it's adding to, I think, a really good conversation about exactly how

3128
03:49:56,865 --> 03:50:00,625
do we, um, define public benefit or

3129
03:50:00,955 --> 03:50:04,865
community benefits. And that's actually where I wanna go back to the basics

3130
03:50:05,285 --> 03:50:09,205
because I hear community benefits thrown out there, public benefits

3131
03:50:09,405 --> 03:50:13,365
thrown out there. Um, in the end of the day, this item is on a

3132
03:50:13,485 --> 03:50:17,465
lease agreement. Is that correct? Correct.

3133
03:50:18,415 --> 03:50:21,825
so when we're talking about lease agreement, what is the correct term?

3134
03:50:22,815 --> 03:50:26,235
um, because this has been added at the request of councilwoman

3135
03:50:26,895 --> 03:50:30,765
duggan, including the community benefit agreement in this new lease agreement, right?

3136
03:50:33,995 --> 03:50:37,245
this is part of what the city requires for leases. Can someone

3137
03:50:38,115 --> 03:50:41,815
find that that wasn't my request? Yeah. So this, this is something we started about

3138
03:50:42,445 --> 03:50:46,365
probably 10 years ago, was, um, where we have hundreds of these leases that have been negotiated

3139
03:50:47,005 --> 03:50:50,965
over the years. And so as they come up, we're looking at a different model where we

3140
03:50:51,085 --> 03:50:54,945
say, instead of an old $1 a year lease, we actually memorialize that and

3141
03:50:55,165 --> 03:50:59,125
say, here is what the full market value is. And then if we wanna negotiate

3142
03:50:59,645 --> 03:51:03,565
community benefits into that, that is how we were doing it. So this is pretty standard with

3143
03:51:03,805 --> 03:51:07,705
how we do our, uh, renewals of leases. Thanks for clarifying. But you

3144
03:51:07,925 --> 03:51:11,905
were, were you made sure that it, I just wanted to clarify that you wanted to make sure to, uh,

3145
03:51:12,235 --> 03:51:16,165
open the lease agreement discussion earlier that that was,

3146
03:51:16,465 --> 03:51:20,445
uh, what you led on. Yes. Okay. I wanted to be part, I wanted to

3147
03:51:20,605 --> 03:51:24,045
be part of that. I wanted to see what community benefit was offered.

3148
03:51:24,635 --> 03:51:28,435
okay. And understand it a little more. Thank you for clarifying. So with that said,

3149
03:51:29,115 --> 03:51:32,845
when we talk about public benefits, uh, when we talk about community

3150
03:51:33,485 --> 03:51:37,305
benefits with respect to public lands, um, can

3151
03:51:37,525 --> 03:51:41,505
you clarify what is generally included in that? Do we see

3152
03:51:42,215 --> 03:51:45,825
wages and benefit as an item traditionally in

3153
03:51:46,325 --> 03:51:50,285
contract contracts? No. Uh uh, we have never done that in

3154
03:51:50,445 --> 03:51:54,325
any of our agreements in, in, because that really is kind of more of the private business operation

3155
03:51:55,065 --> 03:51:58,965
of the entity that it is doing. So we don't normally interfere with what it is that

3156
03:51:59,125 --> 03:52:02,685
it takes that nonprofit or business, uh, whatever it is to run their

3157
03:52:03,165 --> 03:52:06,885
business. What we look for are things that we can offer the general public, not necessarily

3158
03:52:07,945 --> 03:52:11,905
the, the business part of it. But then, uh, a lot of it comes in the form of, um,

3159
03:52:12,235 --> 03:52:16,105
meeting space or, uh, for example, we've done a number of agreements with, you

3160
03:52:16,325 --> 03:52:20,285
know, central cha, for example, on, uh, uh, or united cambodian community

3161
03:52:20,665 --> 03:52:24,365
or different ones where we say, hey, if you provide, uh, this or conservation

3162
03:52:24,885 --> 03:52:28,785
corps is a good one too, if you provide, uh, uh, uh, low or no

3163
03:52:29,005 --> 03:52:32,705
cost, uh, um, programs to the community at large, then uh,

3164
03:52:33,065 --> 03:52:37,005
you can get a rent credit as well. So, but we don't really deal with actual wages or

3165
03:52:37,405 --> 03:52:40,605
benefits in any of the agreements that I'm aware of. Have you seen it in any other municipality

3166
03:52:46,355 --> 03:52:49,975
you like me to? I, I'm happy to, uh, speak on that. Uh, council member adam jacobs,

3167
03:52:50,735 --> 03:52:54,615
deputy city attorney, uh, typically that is not included. Um, it's, it's a legal

3168
03:52:54,785 --> 03:52:58,635
issue under federal law. Um, city's municipalities are

3169
03:52:58,935 --> 03:53:02,815
precluded from interfering with the, uh, bargaining of two private parties,

3170
03:53:03,515 --> 03:53:07,055
uh, bargaining negotiations. So, uh, by dictating certain

3171
03:53:07,545 --> 03:53:11,475
terms or, uh, wage requirements that would constitute interfering. So,

3172
03:53:11,955 --> 03:53:15,155
um, cities and other municipalities are generally precluded from doing so.

3173
03:53:16,105 --> 03:53:19,235
thank you for clarifying, because that's my next question is,

3174
03:53:20,115 --> 03:53:23,435
um, there's been requests or consideration to,

3175
03:53:24,315 --> 03:53:27,975
rather than doing rental offset for wages and benefit

3176
03:53:28,435 --> 03:53:32,175
offset even if we wanted to as a council who have been very supportive

3177
03:53:32,755 --> 03:53:36,695
of workers because we do believe that they are the backbone of our economy,

3178
03:53:37,485 --> 03:53:40,535
even if we wanted to legally. Could we do that?

3179
03:53:42,235 --> 03:53:45,935
uh, it's a great question. Council member. Um, go back to my initial

3180
03:53:46,495 --> 03:53:50,235
response. It would put us a foul with, uh, federal law. The, uh, and

3181
03:53:50,695 --> 03:53:54,295
I I do wanna clarify, there's nothing in the lease or the extension

3182
03:53:55,165 --> 03:53:59,095
that prevents the yacht club from negotiating or entering into an agreement

3183
03:53:59,295 --> 03:54:03,055
with its workers. They're completely free to do that. But as they are two private

3184
03:54:03,375 --> 03:54:07,215
parties, uh, the city is prohibited from interfering with those,

3185
03:54:07,755 --> 03:54:11,615
uh, bargaining negotiations. And it's a little bit different than when we

3186
03:54:11,815 --> 03:54:15,455
have done this type of agreement that the council has supported of, of a labor peace agreement

3187
03:54:15,955 --> 03:54:19,295
at major city facilities where city or their city run facilities,

3188
03:54:19,995 --> 03:54:23,885
the airport and the convention center. And the argument there is that those are such

3189
03:54:24,155 --> 03:54:28,085
huge ar um, um, you know, generators for the economy that if

3190
03:54:28,245 --> 03:54:31,805
there were to be a, a labor strife, if those were not to be, uh, able to be working,

3191
03:54:32,475 --> 03:54:36,365
then uh, there would be a huge, uh, economic impact to the city. That is not the

3192
03:54:36,565 --> 03:54:40,435
case in this case with the yacht club. This is a private transaction that's there, there's not, it's

3193
03:54:40,725 --> 03:54:44,565
not part of our economic underpinning. Uh, and so it is different and

3194
03:54:44,765 --> 03:54:48,245
adam can talk to that if there's more questions. Thanks. That's actually was gonna be my next

3195
03:54:49,125 --> 03:54:53,085
question, tom. I appreciate you answering it because I did want it to go back

3196
03:54:53,285 --> 03:54:57,145
to, because we have done it, um, and I wanted to know what made it different. So thanks for

3197
03:54:57,515 --> 03:55:00,645
answering that. Um, I have no further question.

3198
03:55:01,645 --> 03:55:05,585
I, I think then, you know, I encourage, uh, the

3199
03:55:05,805 --> 03:55:09,805
yacht club as well as, um, unite here to continue bargaining and good

3200
03:55:10,005 --> 03:55:14,005
faith to ensuring that, um, you know, for the

3201
03:55:14,085 --> 03:55:16,405
best outcome for workers. So thank you very much.

3202
03:55:18,155 --> 03:55:21,595
council member kerr? Yes. Uh, thank you to the city team.

3203
03:55:22,505 --> 03:55:26,285
um, so if this started four years ago, that was before I was on council. And so three years.

3204
03:55:26,605 --> 03:55:29,935
I wanna thank councilman duggan for engaging in the process, uh, early.

3205
03:55:30,725 --> 03:55:34,285
I wanna thank the lem, the members of the labor community who are here after a long day of work

3206
03:55:34,945 --> 03:55:38,425
and before another long day of work in the morning. I'm really, um,

3207
03:55:39,045 --> 03:55:42,665
grateful that you continue to be here to advocate and inform, um,

3208
03:55:43,155 --> 03:55:46,205
this body on the work, um, that is important to you.

3209
03:55:47,185 --> 03:55:51,025
um, I just wanna talk a little bit about community benefit. And we know, um,

3210
03:55:51,245 --> 03:55:55,165
that community benefit takes real work. It isn't just about saying something is open

3211
03:55:55,665 --> 03:55:58,405
or accessible to the public. It takes intentionality.

3212
03:55:59,705 --> 03:56:03,625
um, I can speak to a program that I, um, helped start and support on

3213
03:56:03,845 --> 03:56:07,845
the school board that had to do with getting young people who don't traditionally have access to

3214
03:56:08,045 --> 03:56:12,045
the store and to the water. To the water. And that's the work that we did with the junior lifeguard program.

3215
03:56:12,865 --> 03:56:16,525
and so for as much as we say we want students from all over the city to participate

3216
03:56:16,965 --> 03:56:20,605
in these programs, that doesn't happen on accident. That happens with real intentionality.

3217
03:56:21,665 --> 03:56:25,665
and it oftentimes happens with more than just a subsidy for tuition. It

3218
03:56:25,885 --> 03:56:29,605
has to come sometimes with transportation. We realize that students wanted to participate,

3219
03:56:29,925 --> 03:56:33,605
but they couldn't get there. So how do we provide a bus that gets in there to and from

3220
03:56:34,395 --> 03:56:38,285
that they wanted extra sweatshirts that came in addition to the uniform. So in addition to the uniform, we

3221
03:56:38,485 --> 03:56:42,045
paid for an extra sweatshirt that there has to be real work done. And I would encourage

3222
03:56:42,545 --> 03:56:46,405
the community at the yacht club, um, to really, um, speak into

3223
03:56:46,645 --> 03:56:50,205
the values that you talked about tonight with actions that will support that work.

3224
03:56:50,905 --> 03:56:54,605
and so when you find students who want to be engaged because you happened

3225
03:56:55,065 --> 03:56:59,045
to come across them somewhere in the community, that you follow up and you find out what

3226
03:56:59,245 --> 03:57:02,925
the real barriers are to their participation in the excellent programming

3227
03:57:03,405 --> 03:57:07,245
that you have for them, um, is it transportation? Is it more than

3228
03:57:07,485 --> 03:57:11,305
just a subsidy? Um, it, it could be lots of things. And,

3229
03:57:11,545 --> 03:57:15,525
and one of the things as we build this out over the next year, I would ask you to do, is to really

3230
03:57:15,725 --> 03:57:19,685
keep data on it. One of the ways with the junior lifeguard program we looked at

3231
03:57:19,945 --> 03:57:23,925
was participation across diverse zip codes. And so when we can

3232
03:57:24,085 --> 03:57:27,925
say that some zip codes had zero and some zip codes had one, how five

3233
03:57:28,165 --> 03:57:31,245
years later did that turn into seven or 15 or 23,

3234
03:57:32,395 --> 03:57:36,085
what was the work that got that diverse group actually out to be engaged?

3235
03:57:36,745 --> 03:57:40,405
and so I would ask you to take, to take care with the data you collect

3236
03:57:41,015 --> 03:57:45,005
about our students too, that after a year or two or three, if it's

3237
03:57:45,245 --> 03:57:49,205
not looking like you're reaching out to the community or that you're

3238
03:57:49,685 --> 03:57:53,445
actually engaging the community, you say you wanna reach out to, you work with council offices,

3239
03:57:53,905 --> 03:57:57,725
you work with the school district, work with the junior lifeguard program, and ask them how they

3240
03:57:58,085 --> 03:58:01,955
did it. How did they build up that work? Because we know that there's models that work very

3241
03:58:02,485 --> 03:58:06,485
specifically in here in long beach. And very specifically to students who don't always have access

3242
03:58:06,805 --> 03:58:10,805
to the water, who desperately want access to the water. And I think you are all a great

3243
03:58:11,005 --> 03:58:15,005
community vehicle to get them there. Um, and I look forward with my office to helping

3244
03:58:15,385 --> 03:58:18,985
you do that, um, in any way that we can. Um,

3245
03:58:21,685 --> 03:58:25,545
I urge the yacht club member, uh, management to bargain in

3246
03:58:25,765 --> 03:58:29,045
very good faith. Your workers are here tonight, um, to express

3247
03:58:30,065 --> 03:58:34,005
things that are important to them. So I urge you to bargaining, good faith to listen to your

3248
03:58:34,125 --> 03:58:38,125
workers and work towards a just contract as you're actively working on your contract

3249
03:58:38,325 --> 03:58:42,065
negotiations. Thank you. Alright,

3250
03:58:42,555 --> 03:58:46,315
well, that concludes council discussion. Really good. Uh, discussion.

3251
03:58:47,065 --> 03:58:50,995
good questions, good responses. Thank you. Um, to our, our economic development

3252
03:58:51,435 --> 03:58:55,315
team, our city manager, our, uh, city attorney, uh, there's

3253
03:58:55,835 --> 03:58:59,655
work to do. Um, over the next year, there's more shaping to

3254
03:58:59,875 --> 03:59:03,755
do on the community benefits. We had some great ideas tonight. Uh, to the labor groups

3255
03:59:04,095 --> 03:59:07,895
who have feedback on those community benefits, bring 'em to the table. Uh,

3256
03:59:08,145 --> 03:59:11,995
feel free to engage with the yacht club, engage with the council members if you have ideas there.

3257
03:59:12,935 --> 03:59:16,235
uh, but most importantly, as we head into 2028,

3258
03:59:17,145 --> 03:59:21,075
this will be a moment for our city. And we're, we're taking a lot

3259
03:59:21,195 --> 03:59:24,715
of steps, uh, to make sure that we show up the right way in our city.

3260
03:59:25,575 --> 03:59:29,155
uh, we were the first city to establish an olympic wage at our convention center

3261
03:59:29,655 --> 03:59:33,295
in our hotels, in our airport. We were the first to do so. Um,

3262
03:59:34,055 --> 03:59:38,035
and, and while the yacht club legally is a very different structure

3263
03:59:38,235 --> 03:59:42,115
than what we have, we encourage you work together both sides of the table

3264
03:59:42,655 --> 03:59:46,635
and make sure that what you bring forward is consistent with the experience that we've put forward in long beach. Because

3265
03:59:47,045 --> 03:59:50,915
we're, we're going out, we're attracting the world, and we are trying to leverage this to create

3266
03:59:51,115 --> 03:59:54,675
as much of an economic impact and a lasting legacy for our community.

3267
03:59:55,255 --> 03:59:58,505
and I think a big part of it's how we do it together. Labor, community,

3268
03:59:59,715 --> 04:00:03,675
business, all at the same table, uh, make setting an example for the world.

3269
04:00:04,055 --> 04:00:08,035
and so, I wanna thank all of you, and now it's time for the council to make a decision. Uh, roll

3270
04:00:08,275 --> 04:00:11,075
call. Vote please. Council, district two.

3271
04:00:12,305 --> 04:00:16,105
aye. Council district three. Aye. District four. Aye.

3272
04:00:16,845 --> 04:00:20,315
district five. Aye. District six. Aye. District seven.

3273
04:00:21,015 --> 04:00:24,855
aye. District eight. Aye. District nine. Aye. Motion is

3274
04:00:25,075 --> 04:00:27,515
carried. Alright, thank you.

3275
04:00:34,585 --> 04:00:38,435
alright, so now it is time for general public

3276
04:00:38,835 --> 04:00:42,715
comment. Number one, general public comment. I'm gonna call the names.

3277
04:00:45,305 --> 04:00:49,195
okay. I, I, uh, I have william parker. We're gonna give it a moment for the room

3278
04:00:49,315 --> 04:00:53,235
to clear. Let's give it a moment for the room to clear for everyone leaving for public

3279
04:00:53,595 --> 04:00:55,195
comment. Good job.

3280
04:01:20,845 --> 04:01:24,815
hang on, hang on, hang on. It's not going yet. We gonna let let it

3281
04:01:24,895 --> 04:01:25,495
quiet down a bit.

3282
04:01:37,875 --> 04:01:38,335
mm-hmm .

3283
04:01:49,635 --> 04:01:50,905
steal our money. Stealing.

3284
04:01:57,105 --> 04:01:59,385
stealing a great time.

3285
04:02:05,125 --> 04:02:08,885
get outta there. Alright, we're gonna go ahead and proceed. I'm gonna read all,

3286
04:02:09,245 --> 04:02:12,815
all six names, five or six names and then you can get started. Lillian. Thank you. So lillian

3287
04:02:13,305 --> 04:02:16,695
parker, michelle spears, brookins. Laura. Richard guzman.

3288
04:02:18,325 --> 04:02:21,825
uh, m-I-c-h-e-l. Michelle and rachel. W

3289
04:02:22,485 --> 04:02:26,425
so lillian, you're up. Thank you. Good evening mayor and members of the city

3290
04:02:26,585 --> 04:02:30,485
council. Um, my name is lillian parker and I'm here on behalf of, we

3291
04:02:30,705 --> 04:02:33,385
got this long beach cares at community organization,

3292
04:02:34,895 --> 04:02:38,795
committed to strengthening long beach through collaboration, youth

3293
04:02:39,145 --> 04:02:42,975
opportunity and healing centered agree

3294
04:02:43,455 --> 04:02:46,845
engagement. Uh, I'm here tonight,

3295
04:02:47,825 --> 04:02:50,005
uh, to invite your support,

3296
04:02:51,945 --> 04:02:55,805
uh, for our peace and unity walk. It's scheduled for this

3297
04:02:56,165 --> 04:02:59,535
saturday at 9:00 am in the shoreline area in district one.

3298
04:03:02,225 --> 04:03:05,995
it's a community gathering designed as a precursor to the annual

3299
04:03:06,555 --> 04:03:10,155
mlk celebration, creating intentional space for reflection,

3300
04:03:11,115 --> 04:03:15,115
unity, action in and action in the days leading up to

3301
04:03:15,195 --> 04:03:19,165
the mlk parade. This work is deeply rooted in the

3302
04:03:19,285 --> 04:03:21,795
local legacy of dr. King.

3303
04:03:24,815 --> 04:03:28,785
this work began in district six, um, with the

3304
04:03:28,945 --> 04:03:32,895
late d my life partner darryl smith, um, who has left

3305
04:03:33,365 --> 04:03:37,135
in 2022. And we are continue to move his legacy forward

3306
04:03:38,365 --> 04:03:40,945
in the efforts of engagement and collaboration.

3307
04:03:43,905 --> 04:03:47,645
our vision is to grow this into a citywide tradition that where each

3308
04:03:48,115 --> 04:03:52,005
council district supports or host an mlk inspired event during

3309
04:03:52,305 --> 04:03:56,045
the pre week of mlk day, reflecting the legacy

3310
04:03:56,385 --> 04:04:00,225
and the values of dr. Martin luther king so that all

3311
04:04:00,445 --> 04:04:03,485
constituents can participate close to the home.

3312
04:04:04,475 --> 04:04:08,085
then as one city, we can all come together and celebrate

3313
04:04:08,545 --> 04:04:12,225
on the day itself. We appreciate the council

3314
04:04:12,625 --> 04:04:16,505
members who have supported this work. And although they're not here,

3315
04:04:17,095 --> 04:04:20,785
council members and deha and allen, their acknowledgement

3316
04:04:21,885 --> 04:04:25,665
and support last year, um, I truly respect

3317
04:04:26,105 --> 04:04:29,825
them for that. And, um, tonight

3318
04:04:30,415 --> 04:04:34,355
I'm here to ensure that I invite each and every one of you to give that same support

3319
04:04:34,755 --> 04:04:38,595
and effort for this entire city. It is not

3320
04:04:38,795 --> 04:04:42,195
just a district support, a district celebration, it is a city celebration

3321
04:04:43,015 --> 04:04:46,725
and it's really integral that our leaders show their their

3322
04:04:47,075 --> 04:04:50,795
support in moving this forward. I look forward to working with all of you

3323
04:04:51,855 --> 04:04:55,735
and I'm grateful, um, for the ears and the eyes that we

3324
04:04:55,955 --> 04:04:58,515
have been able to capture. Thank you.

3325
04:05:00,065 --> 04:05:03,955
thank you. Alright, next is michelle. Hi. Hi.

3326
04:05:04,345 --> 04:05:08,175
happy new year to everybody. My name is michelle spears

3327
04:05:09,805 --> 04:05:13,625
bricken and I'm here today to thank

3328
04:05:15,445 --> 04:05:19,355
christina duggan and dr. Oti

3329
04:05:20,575 --> 04:05:23,995
for being in my family's life during a tragic

3330
04:05:24,835 --> 04:05:28,075
situation that happened last year. I'm sure everybody has heard about it.

3331
04:05:29,655 --> 04:05:33,345
and I just wanted to come here to say if it wasn't

3332
04:05:33,785 --> 04:05:37,745
for you guys placing my nephew jeremy spears

3333
04:05:38,885 --> 04:05:42,565
on your agenda when he was murdered in belmont shore,

3334
04:05:43,685 --> 04:05:46,885
I don't know what my family would've done. So on behalf of the spears family,

3335
04:05:48,305 --> 04:05:52,205
I'm here today to thank you. Or tonight I was

3336
04:05:52,805 --> 04:05:56,405
determined I was not gonna leave until I had a chance to tell you guys.

3337
04:05:57,745 --> 04:06:01,485
um, we have been in long beach for over 60

3338
04:06:01,805 --> 04:06:05,445
years. I went to long beach poly 45 years

3339
04:06:05,825 --> 04:06:09,405
ago, and I've been a part of the community. I don't live here any longer,

3340
04:06:09,865 --> 04:06:13,725
but after seeing what's going on today that's going on in long beach, I may

3341
04:06:13,885 --> 04:06:17,765
have to sell my house in downey and come back here. , I mean,

3342
04:06:18,085 --> 04:06:22,005
a lot of great things going back, going on in long beach, but I personally

3343
04:06:22,565 --> 04:06:26,045
came here to thank you councilwoman,

3344
04:06:27,505 --> 04:06:30,715
the, to thank the police department who swiftly

3345
04:06:32,185 --> 04:06:36,045
caught the perpetrator, and also to thank that your

3346
04:06:36,285 --> 04:06:40,085
community who supported my family throughout this

3347
04:06:40,305 --> 04:06:44,115
entire situation. So I'm here tonight to say

3348
04:06:44,365 --> 04:06:47,875
thank you guys. Thank you.

3349
04:06:49,225 --> 04:06:53,035
alright, next is laura, then ricardo. Uh, she'll go in front of me. That's

3350
04:06:53,315 --> 04:06:57,175
fine. Okay. Uh, what's your name? Rachel? Um, uh, michel.

3351
04:06:57,735 --> 04:07:01,635
michel. Okay. Hi, uh, good evening everyone. Um, I just wanted

3352
04:07:01,875 --> 04:07:04,975
to take a few seconds to acknowledge, kind of tie in the, um,

3353
04:07:05,895 --> 04:07:09,895
intersectionality between the topics tonight, including the yacht club and,

3354
04:07:10,935 --> 04:07:14,675
um, the vip records. The vip records. I couldn't help but thinking,

3355
04:07:14,995 --> 04:07:18,435
you know, when they were mentioning the notoriety of the, uh, mlk

3356
04:07:19,135 --> 04:07:22,735
and pch intersection of how a couple months ago,

3357
04:07:23,205 --> 04:07:26,995
there were two men that were ambushed by ice there in their vehicle, uh, racially

3358
04:07:27,315 --> 04:07:31,295
profiled and dragged outta their car, um, right across the street from the seven 11. And

3359
04:07:31,515 --> 04:07:35,515
that's, that's what I think about when I think about mlk and pch. And when I think about the yacht

3360
04:07:35,715 --> 04:07:39,555
club and I see the, um, number of white people that just left, um, I can't

3361
04:07:39,835 --> 04:07:43,715
help but think, you know, how is a group of white people know what's in the best

3362
04:07:44,115 --> 04:07:47,415
interest of, of black and brown community? Um,

3363
04:07:49,095 --> 04:07:52,815
so I, all that said, I hope you enjoyed your holiday break. Um,

3364
04:07:53,315 --> 04:07:57,125
I gave my parents, uh, the air tags, apple

3365
04:07:57,575 --> 04:08:01,415
air tags so that I know, um, that they're gonna be okay in case ice

3366
04:08:01,635 --> 04:08:05,625
racially profiles them and decides to take them. Um, I want

3367
04:08:05,915 --> 04:08:09,795
to start off by extending my gratitude to, um, dr. Sorrow, uh, for

3368
04:08:09,995 --> 04:08:13,995
taking the time to come with me and senator lena gonzalez to visit one of

3369
04:08:14,115 --> 04:08:18,005
the families victimized by ice and, um, mary sinha

3370
04:08:18,675 --> 04:08:22,675
district. I'm here to get again, yet again to bring public awareness and demand action

3371
04:08:23,035 --> 04:08:26,035
that community members have been demanding for months now, approximately

3372
04:08:27,305 --> 04:08:31,035
16 ice kidnappings have been documented in long beach since june of last year.

3373
04:08:31,425 --> 04:08:35,255
this doesn't include the people who have been racially profiled and released. So

3374
04:08:35,495 --> 04:08:39,025
I'm very confident this, that this number is grossly underestimated because

3375
04:08:39,515 --> 04:08:43,345
every single time I speak to a community member, I learn about someone else

3376
04:08:43,745 --> 04:08:47,515
that has been kidnapped. Like yesterday when I heard that somebody, somebody told me,

3377
04:08:47,825 --> 04:08:51,525
they disclosed that their brother who's a us citizen had been taken after being, being

3378
04:08:51,875 --> 04:08:55,495
racially profiled. Same. Uh, we are a year into this targeted ethnic

3379
04:08:55,915 --> 04:08:59,775
cleansing and there has been a consistent lack to protect our community. We

3380
04:08:59,995 --> 04:09:03,855
have not had zero, we have had zero legal support funding for

3381
04:09:04,075 --> 04:09:07,915
any of the families that I've spoken to. Unless you've spoken with people who have

3382
04:09:08,115 --> 04:09:12,035
direct experience with these detention centers, you cannot honestly tell me that it's

3383
04:09:12,275 --> 04:09:16,075
not a case of ethnic cleansing. Back in september, back

3384
04:09:16,365 --> 04:09:20,245
in december, a father was ambushed in front of his family and on his, on his way

3385
04:09:20,405 --> 04:09:24,405
to work. Uh, his 12-year-old son was assaulted while trying to capture an incident from

3386
04:09:24,665 --> 04:09:28,625
his phone. Uh, the family called the police to report the incident and the police did nothing. But

3387
04:09:28,845 --> 04:09:32,605
the officer did mention that he knew that ice had plans to be in the area that

3388
04:09:32,885 --> 04:09:36,725
day. Someone ended up calling me a stranger. I'm just a person, I don't

3389
04:09:36,925 --> 04:09:40,885
get paid for this. I visited the family and found the father with his partner and his newborn baby

3390
04:09:41,185 --> 04:09:45,105
in his arms. His face and neck were completely brutalized, um, red and

3391
04:09:45,325 --> 04:09:48,735
purple. The family now is living in constant fear today.

3392
04:09:49,345 --> 04:09:53,185
ice ambushed. Uh, ice agents who were staying at the residence inn, uh,

3393
04:09:53,405 --> 04:09:57,375
brutalized a number of people. One of those people was a legal resident, a senior citizen who's

3394
04:09:57,725 --> 04:10:01,485
beloved of santa ada community member and a permanent vendor. He was

3395
04:10:01,835 --> 04:10:05,645
sent to the hospital because ice refused to take his paperwork to confirm his residency.

3396
04:10:06,255 --> 04:10:10,245
ma'am concluded handcuffs on him so tight that they cut his wrist and blood circulation.

3397
04:10:11,025 --> 04:10:14,805
an ambulance had to be called to take the cuffs off and he was taken into the hospital

3398
04:10:15,395 --> 04:10:19,285
many times. Same man that's staying at the residence in hilton. You let complete her. She waited a long time.

3399
04:10:19,465 --> 04:10:23,305
let her complete her statement. The very sim agents that then brutalized another man

3400
04:10:23,725 --> 04:10:27,645
racially profiled him, they tackled him, punched him, this is

3401
04:10:27,765 --> 04:10:31,605
all on video, grabbed him by his ankle, spun him on the ground while his

3402
04:10:31,805 --> 04:10:35,605
ankle was still facing up. So it's very likely that he either sprained, he both

3403
04:10:36,125 --> 04:10:39,965
probably sprained his ankle and broke his knee. Um, I demand immediate and immediate requests

3404
04:10:40,525 --> 04:10:44,185
in an investigation to pursue individual civil suits against these ice agents

3405
04:10:44,625 --> 04:10:48,545
who are in violation of the recently enacted no secret police act.

3406
04:10:48,825 --> 04:10:52,785
as you know, the code that exists within the police act, um, gives way

3407
04:10:53,065 --> 04:10:57,005
to personal civil suits. And I really do think that it's time to make an example out of them,

3408
04:10:57,525 --> 04:11:01,215
specifically these guys that are staying in our hotels here. Thank you. Thank

3409
04:11:01,565 --> 04:11:03,645
you. Alright, next speaker please.

3410
04:11:06,755 --> 04:11:10,325
alright, here we go. Uh, ola. Ola.

3411
04:11:10,785 --> 04:11:14,585
I'm back. Wake you guys up.

3412
04:11:16,085 --> 04:11:19,905
I just wanna say happy new year or is it as ice is

3413
04:11:20,125 --> 04:11:23,645
still kidnapping our family, our neighbors disappearing them off the streets. The genocide

3414
04:11:24,205 --> 04:11:28,145
in palestine continues using our tax dollars to do so. And bonus, our

3415
04:11:28,415 --> 04:11:31,965
tyrannical regime that's in the white house just invaded

3416
04:11:32,605 --> 04:11:36,245
venezuela, a sovereign country and kidnap their democratically elected leader to steal

3417
04:11:36,615 --> 04:11:40,455
their oil and other resources, you know, the

3418
04:11:40,915 --> 04:11:44,725
american way. And of course, you up there still

3419
04:11:45,075 --> 04:11:48,935
don't do anything for us, your constituents that we've asked you

3420
04:11:49,155 --> 04:11:53,035
to do. Let me ask you, what's it gonna take for you to get up off your

3421
04:11:53,285 --> 04:11:57,105
asses and actually do what we want you to do? Now, someone

3422
04:11:57,595 --> 04:12:01,515
just mentioned that, um, you know, long beach police,

3423
04:12:01,945 --> 04:12:05,255
something about long beach police, I'm gonna mention this. So

3424
04:12:06,395 --> 04:12:10,395
a lot of you have said, oh, long beach police department doesn't know what's going on, you told me

3425
04:12:10,475 --> 04:12:10,475
yesterday.

3426
04:12:14,745 --> 04:12:18,365
so this right here is an officer at lbpd

3427
04:12:19,465 --> 04:12:22,465
ua officer that is saying,

3428
04:12:23,985 --> 04:12:27,835
told me yesterday that they were going to be out there, quote unquote. The audio comes

3429
04:12:28,155 --> 04:12:31,875
from a police response to families nine one one call to long beach police department

3430
04:12:32,425 --> 04:12:36,395
following an attempted ice kidnapping in their neighborhood. The call was made after

3431
04:12:36,575 --> 04:12:40,415
fa the fa the father, excuse me, the call was made after a father was

3432
04:12:40,635 --> 04:12:44,115
ambushed, injured after his child was reportedly assaulted while filming the encounter.

3433
04:12:44,905 --> 04:12:48,455
same. The city of long beach must adopt a written policy.

3434
04:12:49,015 --> 04:12:52,975
and this is not me, but I am making this known. At

3435
04:12:53,195 --> 04:12:57,135
minimum, the council should require one disclose when a, um,

3436
04:12:57,775 --> 04:13:01,475
excuse me, disclose when advanced notice is refe is received by local police.

3437
04:13:02,255 --> 04:13:05,885
two, a prohibition on the use of city resources to facilitate

3438
04:13:06,655 --> 04:13:10,515
ice activity beyond what is legally required. Three, mandatory

3439
04:13:11,065 --> 04:13:14,795
reporting to the city council advance when advance

3440
04:13:15,115 --> 04:13:18,995
notice is given four clear protections when children

3441
04:13:19,335 --> 04:13:21,995
are involved. Now, you know what,

3442
04:13:23,825 --> 04:13:27,795
it's so interesting because I see you guys up here and you know what you have

3443
04:13:27,955 --> 04:13:31,795
your seats for right now, but let me tell you, there are a lot of people ready to take your

3444
04:13:31,995 --> 04:13:34,475
seats. So when you think about it,

3445
04:13:36,245 --> 04:13:40,195
think about stop being feckless leaders. Do what your constituents

3446
04:13:40,555 --> 04:13:44,385
want you to do. And I just wanna say,

3447
04:13:45,775 --> 04:13:49,665
free palestine in closing, free venezuela.

3448
04:13:50,335 --> 04:13:53,095
free the congo, free the sudan, f**k

3449
04:13:54,615 --> 04:13:58,385
igra, and make goddess bless me and all other immigrants

3450
04:13:58,945 --> 04:14:02,885
and us citizens stuck in cages and concentration camps here in the us as

3451
04:14:03,105 --> 04:14:06,745
well as abroad. And those murdered by ice and those

3452
04:14:07,305 --> 04:14:11,155
families we will never forget. Best believe, but

3453
04:14:11,375 --> 04:14:13,495
happy, happy 26 unified to amplify.

3454
04:14:15,985 --> 04:14:17,205
thank you for your testimony. Richard.

3455
04:14:21,055 --> 04:14:24,615
I have richard and I have rachel. I mean, excuse me, I have ricardo and I have rachel.

3456
04:14:26,045 --> 04:14:29,975
good evening. Uh, I can't see anyone here. Forgot who I am. My name is

3457
04:14:30,215 --> 04:14:33,475
ricardo guzman and I'm the captain of the long beach chapter of the brown berets.

3458
04:14:34,275 --> 04:14:38,095
and you'll be seeing more of me and more of us because we're committed to showing up

3459
04:14:38,295 --> 04:14:42,275
for this community. I want to ground this on what I stand on. I

3460
04:14:42,395 --> 04:14:46,155
earn the pin I wear through discipline, military service, long hours,

3461
04:14:46,585 --> 04:14:50,115
high standards and accountability when it mattered. And I earn

3462
04:14:50,895 --> 04:14:54,275
laa patch through commitment to community defense and chicano

3463
04:14:54,995 --> 04:14:58,525
resistance. Those symbols come from different worlds, but they both represent discipline,

3464
04:14:59,225 --> 04:15:02,715
service, and integrity. They're earned not given.

3465
04:15:03,855 --> 04:15:07,835
and that's why what happened tonight matters. Public comment is normally sooner

3466
04:15:08,175 --> 04:15:11,975
and moving it to the end of the night when the community showed up with urgency, sends

3467
04:15:12,325 --> 04:15:15,875
a clear message. It tells people their voices can be delayed, managed,

3468
04:15:16,365 --> 04:15:20,045
or pushed aside. To talk about kiosks and yachts, it shows a willingness

3469
04:15:20,485 --> 04:15:24,445
to use procedure to avoid accountability. And I'll be honest, when you've earned what I've

3470
04:15:24,685 --> 04:15:28,435
earned, when you've stood where I've stood, you recognize when

3471
04:15:28,725 --> 04:15:32,285
people in power are avoiding the responsibility that comes with their position.

3472
04:15:33,065 --> 04:15:36,965
and you all clearly lack it. Amen. This past saturday, our long

3473
04:15:37,245 --> 04:15:41,065
beach chapter worked along our fellow berets in bakersfield at salon juarez

3474
04:15:41,485 --> 04:15:45,325
working alongside the black panthers. Together we created

3475
04:15:45,805 --> 04:15:49,495
a safe haven for families, free dental screenings, food activities

3476
04:15:50,165 --> 04:15:53,975
for kids. In a space where people could breathe without fear. Brown

3477
04:15:54,325 --> 04:15:58,125
and black unity, serving shoulder to shoulder something, those yacht yuppies

3478
04:15:58,635 --> 04:16:02,285
fear. That's what real republic, that's what real public safety looks like.

3479
04:16:02,865 --> 04:16:06,785
and that's the kind of environment I want to help build here in long beach, because it

3480
04:16:07,005 --> 04:16:11,005
seems like you can't. But right now we're facing something very different.

3481
04:16:11,865 --> 04:16:15,485
ice agents and other federal law enforcement personnel are being quietly housed in hotels

3482
04:16:15,885 --> 04:16:19,285
across the city. No public notice, no community input, no oversight.

3483
04:16:20,235 --> 04:16:23,925
meanwhile, immigrant, immigrant families, workers and volunteers are sharing

3484
04:16:24,295 --> 04:16:28,205
space with federal agents without even knowing it. That's not what

3485
04:16:28,405 --> 04:16:31,895
a welcoming city looks like. And today, today

3486
04:16:32,865 --> 04:16:36,285
one of our rapid response volunteers was assaulted and brought daylight at a home depot,

3487
04:16:37,585 --> 04:16:41,365
nearly run over, physically confronted her property, knocked out

3488
04:16:41,725 --> 04:16:45,545
of her hands. This behavior is emboldened by ice presence. We

3489
04:16:45,765 --> 04:16:49,615
have the images, we have the vehicle, and we still don't have the answers. Volunteers

3490
04:16:50,285 --> 04:16:54,245
who show up for the community should not be put in danger. When you put all of this

3491
04:16:54,645 --> 04:16:58,605
together, it shows a pattern, secrecy, intimidation, and

3492
04:16:58,765 --> 04:17:02,585
a lack of oversight around federal enforcement activity in our region. And the people who

3493
04:17:02,805 --> 04:17:06,695
feel it first are the same people who already live with fear and detention, separation

3494
04:17:07,465 --> 04:17:11,465
or harassment. People who work hard and don't own fancy yachts. So I'm

3495
04:17:11,685 --> 04:17:14,865
asking for three things. Transparency, transparency, accountability,

3496
04:17:15,785 --> 04:17:19,525
and community voice. The brown berets show up with discipline and calm. We're

3497
04:17:19,845 --> 04:17:23,725
not here to escalate anything. We're here because our community deserves dignity, clarity, and protection.

3498
04:17:24,495 --> 04:17:28,425
we've shown what real community safety looks like in bakersfield, in our neighborhoods. And

3499
04:17:28,645 --> 04:17:32,585
everywhere we serve, long beach has an opportunity to lead with integrity. So

3500
04:17:32,825 --> 04:17:36,705
I'm asking you to take that seriously, raa

3501
04:17:36,985 --> 04:17:40,685
and power to the people. Woo. Thank you for your testimony.

3502
04:17:41,475 --> 04:17:45,245
alright, is rachel here? Okay. Rachel,

3503
04:17:45,545 --> 04:17:49,505
you're up. And sir, you weren't on the list, but we'll let you speak. All right. Thank you. All right. Hi.

3504
04:17:49,755 --> 04:17:53,605
good evening. Um, happy new year. Thank you for allowing me to speak.

3505
04:17:54,745 --> 04:17:58,645
um, I'm specific hold. Oh, sorry. Thank you.

3506
04:17:59,145 --> 04:18:02,845
um, I'm sorry. Uh, mr. Super na is not here I am his

3507
04:18:03,405 --> 04:18:07,365
constituent. Um, I was here two months ago, early november.

3508
04:18:08,225 --> 04:18:12,205
and what I spoke with you about that kind of then was the fact that I

3509
04:18:12,325 --> 04:18:15,985
had contacted long beach pd, the chief's office chief haage, to ask

3510
04:18:16,675 --> 04:18:19,965
what would happen to me, a white us citizen

3511
04:18:20,915 --> 04:18:24,765
with my 4-year-old in the backseat of my car if I was

3512
04:18:24,925 --> 04:18:28,845
kidnapped by ice after they crashed into my vehicle in like a

3513
04:18:28,965 --> 04:18:32,565
target parking lot. We had seen this happening across the country

3514
04:18:33,785 --> 04:18:37,125
two days before that we saw us citizen, infant child,

3515
04:18:38,215 --> 04:18:42,205
child of another us citizen be driven away from the cypress park

3516
04:18:42,405 --> 04:18:46,205
home depot. I never received an answer or a response,

3517
04:18:46,435 --> 04:18:50,125
even though I was told I was the day that that meeting I was here.

3518
04:18:50,525 --> 04:18:54,005
I did meet with long beach pd officers at a coffee meet and greet.

3519
04:18:54,855 --> 04:18:58,555
those officers at the time were wonderful. I have to say they

3520
04:18:58,905 --> 04:19:02,125
had not been briefed on any such sort of a situation.

3521
04:19:03,035 --> 04:19:06,445
they literally could not tell me if they had just spoken to me in target

3522
04:19:07,265 --> 04:19:11,225
and if I walked to my car and turns out there was actually ice

3523
04:19:11,585 --> 04:19:14,665
at that farmer's merchant base bank in that very day.

3524
04:19:15,785 --> 04:19:19,625
and if they watched my car get

3525
04:19:19,905 --> 04:19:23,765
ramped in by, by mask men, that they did

3526
04:19:23,985 --> 04:19:27,915
not have an answer as to what they would do if they saw me be

3527
04:19:28,135 --> 04:19:31,895
pulled out and them get in my car and drive off with my child.

3528
04:19:32,965 --> 04:19:36,615
it's been two months. There are still no answers. So I,

3529
04:19:37,095 --> 04:19:41,035
I am the least person that's being affected by this, but

3530
04:19:41,255 --> 04:19:43,855
it does affect my family. My family is mixed.

3531
04:19:45,395 --> 04:19:49,275
so I do have fears that are beyond just, but I'm using my

3532
04:19:49,495 --> 04:19:53,405
voice as a white lady that lives on that side of town to let you know that

3533
04:19:53,695 --> 04:19:57,335
we are not just ignoring this. And I honestly

3534
04:19:57,825 --> 04:20:00,775
would really, really, really like to have a town hall

3535
04:20:02,045 --> 04:20:05,655
that includes long beach pd. Um, so that answers

3536
04:20:06,195 --> 04:20:10,155
can and community in, in a place that isn't so difficult to

3537
04:20:10,375 --> 04:20:14,215
get to and at a time that isn't as difficult to get to. 'cause I know

3538
04:20:14,705 --> 04:20:18,515
there are a lot more people in the community who

3539
04:20:19,125 --> 04:20:22,965
want questions answered, especially with the law, law, the mask. There's

3540
04:20:23,455 --> 04:20:26,975
so much confusion at that. Oh, well, it's not, you can't enforce that. Well, technically

3541
04:20:27,595 --> 04:20:31,535
we have every one of our legislature on social media telling us

3542
04:20:31,955 --> 04:20:35,105
the mask law is in effect. So tell me

3543
04:20:36,085 --> 04:20:39,925
why are masked men who beat? I was gonna show you the, the

3544
04:20:40,145 --> 04:20:43,665
images of the men that were beating those men up to in santa

3545
04:20:44,185 --> 04:20:47,745
ana and costa mesa today. Because guess what, they live right here

3546
04:20:49,005 --> 04:20:52,935
across the street on december 7th. They

3547
04:20:53,225 --> 04:20:57,065
tried to drive a community member off the road as he entered the, um,

3548
04:20:57,405 --> 04:21:01,395
off of gaffey as he got onto the bridge, his car, their car

3549
04:21:01,595 --> 04:21:05,585
that they were driving, parked right here. This is all on

3550
04:21:05,975 --> 04:21:09,685
video. So I don't understand, and this is not a condemnation

3551
04:21:10,305 --> 04:21:14,085
of, of the police department. I have never had anything but respect for police.

3552
04:21:14,505 --> 04:21:17,725
and I'm a military brat. I am,

3553
04:21:19,195 --> 04:21:22,695
I am shocked and I do not understand why

3554
04:21:23,655 --> 04:21:27,455
men today, right now, with a mask, with masks, that we know who

3555
04:21:27,675 --> 04:21:31,555
they are. We know some of their names. We know where

3556
04:21:31,795 --> 04:21:35,355
they are more than likely right now. Why are they free?

3557
04:21:36,615 --> 04:21:40,555
the same man held a woman at gunpoint in santa ana. That is not in

3558
04:21:40,715 --> 04:21:44,625
october. This guy, we know who we know one who one

3559
04:21:44,825 --> 04:21:48,775
of it is, they broke the law in costa mesa today with

3560
04:21:49,075 --> 04:21:53,055
masks vi in with a violent de, uh, detention that

3561
04:21:53,425 --> 04:21:56,975
violates constitutional rights. And they're wearing masks according

3562
04:21:57,585 --> 04:22:01,265
to state law. They are supposed to not have immunity. So,

3563
04:22:01,945 --> 04:22:05,625
and even if they did, it's still a violation of federal law. So

3564
04:22:05,985 --> 04:22:09,705
why are they being allowed to just stay there? That's

3565
04:22:10,125 --> 04:22:14,085
what I just don't understand. And that's what I'd really, really like to know. I wanna

3566
04:22:14,325 --> 04:22:17,525
feel safe and if I don't feel safe going to a store

3567
04:22:19,815 --> 04:22:23,245
with my son, how is anybody else

3568
04:22:23,895 --> 04:22:27,815
supposed to? That doesn't look like me. Amen. In this

3569
04:22:27,975 --> 04:22:31,805
city. And so I thank you. And I do want one more thing. I just wanted to mention that,

3570
04:22:32,325 --> 04:22:36,095
just so you guys know, I I haven't harassed the police department about

3571
04:22:36,375 --> 04:22:40,335
this. 'cause quite honestly, I don't wanna be looking like I'm some

3572
04:22:40,615 --> 04:22:44,575
troublemaker or something like that. . And it was

3573
04:22:44,775 --> 04:22:48,405
really, really sad state of affairs to when senator alex

3574
04:22:48,975 --> 04:22:52,495
vidia today pro, um, proposed a legislation

3575
04:22:53,875 --> 04:22:57,595
in on the house floor as to whether they were or senate floor to,

3576
04:22:58,115 --> 04:23:00,485
um, honor our capitol police

3577
04:23:02,475 --> 04:23:06,335
as, as heroes because that's what they were. And they are, and all first responders.

3578
04:23:07,075 --> 04:23:10,715
mm-hmm. And the republican sent under her, said, no,

3579
04:23:11,155 --> 04:23:14,015
he objected to that. So please, I just want to know

3580
04:23:15,965 --> 04:23:19,725
long beach pd I, who are you working for? Because

3581
04:23:20,215 --> 04:23:23,855
if that's the people you're, you are following the rules of they don't like you,

3582
04:23:24,565 --> 04:23:28,345
they don't respect you anyways, okay. Thank you. Thank you very much. Thank

3583
04:23:28,695 --> 04:23:32,455
you. Alright sir, just give your name and you can, uh,

3584
04:23:32,875 --> 04:23:36,225
go ahead and proceed. My name is, uh, joshua blackstone,

3585
04:23:37,595 --> 04:23:40,855
and I'm gonna keep it short. I know a lot of elected officials

3586
04:23:42,265 --> 04:23:46,095
swear in on a bible and not the constitution. So I wanted to

3587
04:23:46,295 --> 04:23:50,245
remind you that in the constitution, it specifically states that

3588
04:23:50,635 --> 04:23:54,615
all persons not citizens have the right to

3589
04:23:54,775 --> 04:23:58,145
due process. Amen. That's it.

3590
04:24:02,525 --> 04:24:05,945
so simple. Thank you. Thank you guys. So I wanna thank all of you for coming out. Um,

3591
04:24:06,775 --> 04:24:10,605
these are atrocities that are, that are happening. Some of these questions are

3592
04:24:10,805 --> 04:24:14,805
good, fair questions. That's what this platform is for. Raise those questions. I know

3593
04:24:15,005 --> 04:24:18,965
they're heated emotional questions, but no, we're grappling with the same

3594
04:24:19,965 --> 04:24:23,645
questions. When we have answers, we, we give them, we take the actions we have clarity

3595
04:24:24,065 --> 04:24:28,005
on. And sometimes when you push us, we learn. And there's, you

3596
04:24:28,205 --> 04:24:32,005
know, we find we, you know, that's how we've updated our, our values act twice this

3597
04:24:32,285 --> 04:24:36,085
year. So let's, the way we move forward is by

3598
04:24:36,445 --> 04:24:40,425
communicating clearly with each other and it's, and figuring out what we can do, uh,

3599
04:24:40,665 --> 04:24:44,525
to best protect our community. So I wanna thank you. Keep coming out, uh, because

3600
04:24:44,825 --> 04:24:48,725
we do process these, these questions. We talk with our attorneys, we talk

3601
04:24:48,885 --> 04:24:52,685
with our police chief, and we ask the, some of the very same questions that have been raised

3602
04:24:53,275 --> 04:24:56,725
because we, I know what it feels like to be pro racially profiled.

3603
04:24:57,805 --> 04:25:01,525
I know that, that nobody should, no matter, you know, what your background is,

3604
04:25:02,025 --> 04:25:05,965
it is unfair. It doesn't feel good, and it's unconstitutional whether the supreme court

3605
04:25:06,165 --> 04:25:10,045
says it is or not. So thank you so much, uh, for, uh, speaking up. We still

3606
04:25:10,205 --> 04:25:14,125
have, uh, I think six or eight more council agenda items, and then we have another public comment

3607
04:25:14,405 --> 04:25:18,405
period. So we're gonna go item item 33, please report from

3608
04:25:18,845 --> 04:25:22,845
economic development and opportunity recommendation to approve the downtown long beach

3609
04:25:23,365 --> 04:25:26,795
property and business improvement district annual report and assessment, automatically

3610
04:25:27,645 --> 04:25:31,405
extending the current agreement with the downtown long beach alliance and authorized

3611
04:25:31,925 --> 04:25:34,225
payment in city property assessments of $615,561.

3612
04:25:37,565 --> 04:25:41,565
district one. All right. I see, uh, one member of the public signed up to speak. Is he

3613
04:25:41,685 --> 04:25:45,605
still here? Austin. Austin, come on up. Can we get a mover

3614
04:25:45,845 --> 04:25:49,665
and a, we don't need a staff report. Let's just five. And she

3615
04:25:49,885 --> 04:25:53,875
needs a second. All right. We need a motion. And second five

3616
04:25:54,285 --> 04:25:56,825
and eight. All right. Eight and six. Motion second.

3617
04:26:02,485 --> 04:26:06,145
you got, that's a lot you handing off. We could save a tree, man. You could have emailed us.

3618
04:26:06,785 --> 04:26:06,785
.

3619
04:26:11,485 --> 04:26:14,895
alright, I know we have two items. Oh, good to go. Perfect.

3620
04:26:15,595 --> 04:26:19,575
uh, I know we have two items tonight. We have both the property based improvement district, as well as the downtown

3621
04:26:19,735 --> 04:26:23,575
parking improvement area. I wanna thank you all again for your time this evening. I will,

3622
04:26:23,915 --> 04:26:27,875
uh, keep my remarks brief. Um, but what has been handed out is

3623
04:26:28,235 --> 04:26:32,195
our annual report, as well as our mid-year update, um, as the,

3624
04:26:32,955 --> 04:26:36,595
uh, task with managing the downtown improvement district. Um,

3625
04:26:36,995 --> 04:26:40,885
we look at four to five key areas, economic development, marketing,

3626
04:26:41,695 --> 04:26:45,315
communications and promotions, placemaking activations, safety,

3627
04:26:46,135 --> 04:26:49,855
security, and public safety. Um, and over the last year, we've done a lot of great work

3628
04:26:50,235 --> 04:26:54,115
to continue the recovery of downtown. Um, and,

3629
04:26:54,515 --> 04:26:58,455
uh, we look forward to 2026 as an opportunity to build on that momentum. I wanna

3630
04:26:58,655 --> 04:27:02,315
thank this body for helping to approve the entertainment zone. In the past year,

3631
04:27:02,985 --> 04:27:06,925
uh, we were able to kick off with a very successful launch event on the promenade, where we

3632
04:27:07,045 --> 04:27:10,685
saw over 3000 folks attend that event. And then another very successful halloween

3633
04:27:11,125 --> 04:27:15,085
event where we saw more than 5,000 people show up for that event. Um, and we're looking to

3634
04:27:15,285 --> 04:27:19,085
2026 to bring down downtown, back to its musical roots by bringing back

3635
04:27:19,565 --> 04:27:23,525
a monthly event called downtown live, which will happen on the promenade and also take advantage

3636
04:27:23,765 --> 04:27:27,605
of the entertainment zone. Uh, we're also looking forward to fifa in the world

3637
04:27:27,785 --> 04:27:31,625
cup and how we begin to activate pine avenue as a watch party central. Um,

3638
04:27:32,025 --> 04:27:35,565
we know that we still need to work on areas of retail vacancy,

3639
04:27:36,345 --> 04:27:40,245
uh, and attracting new businesses to the downtown and creating pathways

3640
04:27:40,465 --> 04:27:44,225
for businesses to get there. Our economic development programs, like our, uh,

3641
04:27:44,515 --> 04:27:48,305
food series, which was done in both english and spanish, was developed to help create

3642
04:27:49,485 --> 04:27:53,365
pathways for those food vendor entrepreneurs, uh, who'd ultimately like to be in a brick

3643
04:27:53,565 --> 04:27:56,685
and mortar space. So we're really excited for 2026.

3644
04:27:57,745 --> 04:28:01,705
uh, we will be hosting our colleagues across the western region, uh,

3645
04:28:01,925 --> 04:28:05,625
from downtowns up and down the state, uh, here in march, uh,

3646
04:28:05,985 --> 04:28:09,805
to check out all the right work that we're doing here in the city of long beach and in downtown long beach.

3647
04:28:09,995 --> 04:28:13,685
we'd extend that invitation to you all. Uh, and, uh, I know it's been a long evening,

3648
04:28:14,025 --> 04:28:17,965
so thank you for your time. Thanks, austin. You know,

3649
04:28:18,235 --> 04:28:22,085
I'll, I'll tell you, uh, the doba, I mean, you, you guys

3650
04:28:23,065 --> 04:28:26,735
are, are doing an incredible job. And there are challenges every

3651
04:28:27,405 --> 04:28:31,345
downtown across the state, uh, uh, faces. But I love that you, you're

3652
04:28:31,965 --> 04:28:35,725
a peer to the other downtowns. You're a leader in the california downtown

3653
04:28:36,135 --> 04:28:39,965
group. You've convened the heads of the bids from all the

3654
04:28:40,245 --> 04:28:43,915
downtowns in the state here in long beach. You're sharing ideas. That

3655
04:28:44,485 --> 04:28:48,085
collaborative spirit is how we will ensure that our downtown will recover.

3656
04:28:48,905 --> 04:28:52,875
and you have constituents just like we have constituents. As you can see, it's

3657
04:28:53,165 --> 04:28:56,705
not always easy, but, uh, downtown, um,

3658
04:28:57,665 --> 04:29:01,625
you are, we're gonna be okay if we continue our spirit of working together. And I look forward, uh,

3659
04:29:01,945 --> 04:29:05,805
to, uh, some of the, the incredible exciting opportunities we have next

3660
04:29:06,005 --> 04:29:09,905
year, um, coming to our downtown. So keep up the good work, uh, to you and

3661
04:29:10,125 --> 04:29:13,245
to your board, uh, and you have our support. Thank you. Thank you.

3662
04:29:14,675 --> 04:29:17,925
alright, we have a motion and a second roll call. Vote plea roll call. Vote please.

3663
04:29:19,445 --> 04:29:22,825
district two aye. District three. Aye.

3664
04:29:23,565 --> 04:29:27,105
district four, district five. Aye. District six. Aye.

3665
04:29:27,925 --> 04:29:31,865
district seven, aye. District eight. Aye. District nine. Aye.

3666
04:29:32,225 --> 04:29:34,925
motion is carried. All right, thank you. We're gonna go to 35

3667
04:29:36,525 --> 04:29:40,305
report from economic development and opportunity recommendation to approve the

3668
04:29:40,665 --> 04:29:44,625
downtown long beach parking and business improvement area annual report. Continue the

3669
04:29:44,785 --> 04:29:48,665
annual business license assessment and authorize to extend the agreement

3670
04:29:48,975 --> 04:29:52,525
with the downtown long beach alliance for a one year term district one.

3671
04:29:53,645 --> 04:29:57,485
all right, we need a vo vocal mo motion and second motion. All

3672
04:29:57,705 --> 04:30:01,405
right. Here, six second, and five is the second. Uh, public

3673
04:30:01,725 --> 04:30:04,595
comment. Seeing none. Roll call, vote please.

3674
04:30:06,275 --> 04:30:10,275
district two aye. District three. Aye. District

3675
04:30:10,435 --> 04:30:13,855
five. Aye. District six. Aye. District seven. Aye.

3676
04:30:14,475 --> 04:30:17,995
district eight. Aye. District nine. Aye. Motion is carried.

3677
04:30:18,575 --> 04:30:22,435
all right, thank you. 37. Please report from

3678
04:30:22,835 --> 04:30:26,435
economic development and opportunity recommendation to approve the midtown business improvement

3679
04:30:27,235 --> 04:30:31,105
district annual report and assessment automatically extending the current agreement with

3680
04:30:31,395 --> 04:30:35,135
the midtown property and business owners association and authorized payment of

3681
04:30:35,715 --> 04:30:39,665
$18,183. District six. Alright. Alright,

3682
04:30:40,175 --> 04:30:43,145
we have a motion cd six and a second cd five.

3683
04:30:44,255 --> 04:30:47,515
uh, any public comment? No. Public comment. Roll call. Vote please.

3684
04:30:48,715 --> 04:30:51,035
district two aye. District three.

3685
04:30:53,735 --> 04:30:57,635
aye. District five. Aye. District six. Aye. District seven.

3686
04:30:58,255 --> 04:31:02,055
aye. District eight. Aye. District nine. Aye. Motion

3687
04:31:02,535 --> 04:31:06,335
is carried. Thank you. 38. Please report from health and human services recommendation

3688
04:31:07,235 --> 04:31:11,195
to execute an agreement, all necessary documents and any subsequent amendments, including

3689
04:31:12,375 --> 04:31:15,905
to the award amount or term with the medi-cal managed

3690
04:31:16,395 --> 04:31:19,735
care plans to accept and expend funding in the amount of 2,140,587

3691
04:31:22,695 --> 04:31:25,715
for community health assessment and community health improvement plan citywide.

3692
04:31:27,055 --> 04:31:30,165
all right. Uh, is there a motion? Second eight

3693
04:31:31,575 --> 04:31:34,675
and second five. Alright. Uh, any public comment?

3694
04:31:35,695 --> 04:31:39,375
no. Public comment. Roll call. Vote please. District two aye.

3695
04:31:40,035 --> 04:31:43,775
district three. Aye. District five. Aye. District six. Aye.

3696
04:31:44,395 --> 04:31:48,255
district seven aye. District eight. Aye. District nine. Aye.

3697
04:31:48,535 --> 04:31:50,035
motion is carried. Item 39,

3698
04:31:55,735 --> 04:31:59,555
report from city attorney. Recommendation to declare ordinance, repealing ordinance, which

3699
04:32:00,065 --> 04:32:03,675
amended chapter 3.62 of the long beach municipal

3700
04:32:04,115 --> 04:32:07,835
code relating to the city's transaction and use tax to be administered by the california department

3701
04:32:08,275 --> 04:32:12,275
of tax and fee administration to effectuate the language from the county

3702
04:32:12,435 --> 04:32:15,295
of los angeles. Measure a red and adopted as red.

3703
04:32:17,095 --> 04:32:20,955
uh, we need a motion and a second. All right. I heard

3704
04:32:21,175 --> 04:32:24,915
six and eight. Uh, any public comment? No. Public comment.

3705
04:32:25,825 --> 04:32:29,745
roll call vote. District two. Aye.

3706
04:32:30,605 --> 04:32:30,765
district three?

3707
04:32:34,635 --> 04:32:38,435
aye. District five. Aye. District six. Aye.

3708
04:32:39,215 --> 04:32:42,215
district seven. Aye. District eight. Aye. District nine.

3709
04:32:43,315 --> 04:32:47,135
aye. Motion is carried. Item 40, report from economic development

3710
04:32:47,655 --> 04:32:51,275
and opportunity recommendation to adopt a resolution approving the annual report

3711
04:32:51,755 --> 04:32:55,695
for the belmont shore parking and business improvement area. Declaring council's intention

3712
04:32:56,275 --> 04:32:59,915
to levy and collect the annual business assessment and settle setting

3713
04:33:00,465 --> 04:33:04,365
the date of the public hearing on the levy of the proposed assessment for february 3rd, 2026.

3714
04:33:06,145 --> 04:33:09,785
and declare ordinance modifying the assessment to be levied with the belmont shore parking and

3715
04:33:10,165 --> 04:33:14,055
business improvement area. Read the first time and later in the next regular meeting for final

3716
04:33:14,405 --> 04:33:17,685
reading. District three. Thank you. Motion three. Is there a second?

3717
04:33:19,155 --> 04:33:22,965
five. Uh, any public comment? No. Public comment. Roll call. Vote please.

3718
04:33:24,125 --> 04:33:27,925
district two aye. District three. Aye. District five.

3719
04:33:28,465 --> 04:33:32,425
aye. District six. Aye. District seven. Aye. District eight. Aye.

3720
04:33:33,205 --> 04:33:37,205
district nine. Aye. Motion is carried. All right, thank you.

3721
04:33:37,285 --> 04:33:41,085
we'll now go to general public comment number two. We have three members of the public signed

3722
04:33:41,365 --> 04:33:45,245
up to speak. Dave shukla, kathleen adams and josh blackstone. Are you here?

3723
04:33:49,245 --> 04:33:53,005
a mayor? I think we need a second vote on item 40. On item 40.

3724
04:33:53,395 --> 04:33:57,205
okay. We need a second vote on item 40. It's not noted here, but, uh, roll call,

3725
04:33:57,405 --> 04:34:01,345
vote please. District two. Aye.

3726
04:34:02,125 --> 04:34:05,785
district three. Aye. District five. Aye. District six. Aye.

3727
04:34:06,405 --> 04:34:09,905
district seven. Aye. District eight. Aye. District nine. Aye.

3728
04:34:10,785 --> 04:34:14,745
second vote is carried. Thank you. Alright, uh, public

3729
04:34:15,165 --> 04:34:16,685
comment. Uh, dave, you're up.

3730
04:34:22,745 --> 04:34:26,385
thank you. Uh, good evening, mr. Mayor. Council members, um, happy

3731
04:34:26,755 --> 04:34:30,495
new year. Uh, are the seats in the back coming

3732
04:34:30,845 --> 04:34:33,595
back or those gone forever? Um,

3733
04:34:35,925 --> 04:34:39,495
can, uh, can, can we get a 66 year lease on a climate plan?

3734
04:34:40,965 --> 04:34:44,625
um, maybe a 66 year, uh, lease on some solar panels to call our

3735
04:34:45,315 --> 04:34:48,065
cover all of our, uh, inland waterways, uh, within the city boundaries?

3736
04:34:49,845 --> 04:34:53,615
you know, for all this talk we have of bringing the world over to show

3737
04:34:53,905 --> 04:34:57,845
how world class we are, um, I'd like to say some things, uh,

3738
04:34:58,125 --> 04:35:02,025
on the record about, uh, the us' uh, abduction of venezuela's

3739
04:35:02,505 --> 04:35:06,475
president and, uh, what it means, uh, for our

3740
04:35:06,635 --> 04:35:10,555
fair town. Uh, this is not a lawful law enforcement

3741
04:35:11,025 --> 04:35:14,995
operation. Um, it was a heavily signaled bit of imperial posturing

3742
04:35:15,515 --> 04:35:19,515
that found, uh, uh, over the past month that just this past weekend

3743
04:35:19,835 --> 04:35:23,705
found still kind of shocking and surprising. Bit of, uh, very

3744
04:35:23,995 --> 04:35:27,835
personalized, uh, bit of gangsterism, uh, ahead of a

3745
04:35:28,435 --> 04:35:32,075
congressional debate on a war powers resolution. Uh, there of course should be a

3746
04:35:33,295 --> 04:35:37,195
debate and it should be voted down. And, uh, you know, this

3747
04:35:37,435 --> 04:35:41,395
entire federal administration should be, uh, impeached, censured, condemned to, resisted,

3748
04:35:42,035 --> 04:35:45,575
defeated, and, uh, properly understood in world historical context. Uh,

3749
04:35:46,455 --> 04:35:50,055
should humanity persist past, uh, with the slot of playing it.

3750
04:35:51,215 --> 04:35:55,115
um, I agree with senator mark kelly that we, uh, need to send a message back

3751
04:35:55,425 --> 04:35:59,165
to these thugs that, uh, they don't get to decide what americans in this country

3752
04:35:59,465 --> 04:36:03,305
get to say, uh, about or to, uh, or with, uh,

3753
04:36:03,545 --> 04:36:07,465
or for, uh, their government. Um, I'd

3754
04:36:07,685 --> 04:36:11,625
go a couple of steps further, of course, and say that words no longer nor

3755
04:36:11,845 --> 04:36:15,845
need be, uh, the health of the state and that the physical damage and destruction unleashed

3756
04:36:16,405 --> 04:36:20,115
by this entire, uh, current

3757
04:36:20,925 --> 04:36:24,885
economic, economic system, uh, imperils a lot more things than, you know, the best laid plans

3758
04:36:25,385 --> 04:36:29,225
for a leader's legacy or six or six year leader leases or

3759
04:36:30,055 --> 04:36:33,575
along beach waterfront. I think, uh, you know,

3760
04:36:34,665 --> 04:36:38,465
thinking of just the, the ability from 1943

3761
04:36:39,105 --> 04:36:42,935
to 1945, that rate of emissions had kept going for four

3762
04:36:43,225 --> 04:36:47,185
to six more years. We'd already been irreversible climate change, you know, 50, 60 years

3763
04:36:47,465 --> 04:36:51,425
ago. Um, I just, I think the, the, the trajectory that we're on

3764
04:36:51,565 --> 04:36:55,225
is something that, uh, we don't, we won't, uh,

3765
04:36:55,585 --> 04:36:58,355
get too many more chances to do something about.

3766
04:37:00,065 --> 04:37:04,005
and, uh, there's a lot more I could say about, uh, being high bound to fossil fuels. But

3767
04:37:04,265 --> 04:37:07,625
I'd just like to close, uh, council members and mr. Mayor by saying that, uh,

3768
04:37:08,325 --> 04:37:12,205
I don't envy the river of troubles that this is gonna bring all of our way,

3769
04:37:12,365 --> 04:37:16,225
including yours in your roles. And I, I think we

3770
04:37:16,445 --> 04:37:20,445
are all lucky to have a history in this country of having not only

3771
04:37:20,605 --> 04:37:24,385
built, uh, but then also moved past, uh,

3772
04:37:24,925 --> 04:37:26,925
building the arsenal of democracy. Thank you.

3773
04:37:29,095 --> 04:37:32,975
thank you. Uh, kathleen. Hello. I'm

3774
04:37:33,395 --> 04:37:37,255
kathleen adams from district four. Um, I wanna let

3775
04:37:38,255 --> 04:37:41,685
say thank you so much because you are responding

3776
04:37:42,375 --> 04:37:45,335
to the horrors of the human rights abuses by

3777
04:37:46,595 --> 04:37:50,475
building resilience in the city. So I

3778
04:37:50,645 --> 04:37:54,465
count the christmas parade as bringing everyone together in pajamas,

3779
04:37:55,235 --> 04:37:59,095
breaking a record, and creating that community that makes us

3780
04:37:59,675 --> 04:38:03,335
resilient. The mlkk parade that's coming up this week, oh,

3781
04:38:04,235 --> 04:38:08,235
I hope it doesn't rain, but I've been there in the rain. Um, in the rain.

3782
04:38:08,995 --> 04:38:12,575
, thank you for, um,

3783
04:38:13,395 --> 04:38:17,015
allowing us to have the mutt run. I'll turn that in. Um, that's

3784
04:38:17,435 --> 04:38:21,255
coming up february 21st. It's another way to connect dogs and

3785
04:38:21,475 --> 04:38:23,915
people and raise the spirits of everyone and build community.

3786
04:38:25,495 --> 04:38:29,355
um, please give blood continue.

3787
04:38:29,515 --> 04:38:33,335
we have red cross right here in long beach. Fantastic. Um,

3788
04:38:34,095 --> 04:38:37,495
and the new ball club activities that are going. And, um,

3789
04:38:38,675 --> 04:38:42,195
ollie the um, lifelong lifespan education just started this week.

3790
04:38:42,985 --> 04:38:46,785
it's one of the best ways of building community. If you've ever gone to the current

3791
04:38:47,275 --> 04:38:51,135
events class, which is thursdays at noon, it's packed.

3792
04:38:51,815 --> 04:38:55,745
and people like here have a say. It's if

3793
04:38:55,965 --> 04:38:59,825
you guys ever wanna come and just check in, that's your constituents from all

3794
04:39:00,045 --> 04:39:04,005
over. Long beach. Come together there. It's a really good opportunity. So I invite

3795
04:39:04,325 --> 04:39:07,875
you to come. It's not a formal group, but it kind of is. They've

3796
04:39:08,365 --> 04:39:12,305
been continuing there. Another new group that I wanna highlight, they just had

3797
04:39:12,525 --> 04:39:15,925
their pilot class last, uh, semester at cal state long beach

3798
04:39:16,845 --> 04:39:19,975
education. That's the life will ambassadors class

3799
04:39:21,025 --> 04:39:25,005
that's starting tomorrow, uh, for the second season. And that's

3800
04:39:25,365 --> 04:39:29,045
dr. Hu. He had a stroke and in that epiphany

3801
04:39:29,825 --> 04:39:33,575
of him being slowed down and his activities,

3802
04:39:34,305 --> 04:39:38,045
he thought, what can I do with my life? And he is inviting people

3803
04:39:38,345 --> 04:39:42,315
to be a life, uh, well wisdom educator. And he's

3804
04:39:42,605 --> 04:39:46,285
trying to train as many people and train the trainers to train more people to have

3805
04:39:47,005 --> 04:39:50,485
thousands of ambassadors of goodwill for the olympics.

3806
04:39:51,265 --> 04:39:54,605
so please invite, I'm gonna ask him to send you the information

3807
04:39:55,305 --> 04:39:58,545
so you can invite your constituents to be a 2028

3808
04:39:59,685 --> 04:40:03,665
olympic life will ambassador. And that means, and I'm

3809
04:40:03,885 --> 04:40:07,765
also part of the rotary club. We believe that how we act in, um, service

3810
04:40:08,415 --> 04:40:12,245
above self, it ripples out. People see us doing service

3811
04:40:12,705 --> 04:40:16,645
and more and more people do service and take responsibility for our community. So it's

3812
04:40:16,925 --> 04:40:20,765
not all on you and nobody should be here seeing it's all on you. It's us.

3813
04:40:21,015 --> 04:40:24,945
we're in this together. Um, darn. I'm

3814
04:40:25,245 --> 04:40:28,765
out of, uh, please expand quality of life, uh, officers

3815
04:40:29,425 --> 04:40:33,205
and the crisis response team to 24 hours and add 24 hour crisis

3816
04:40:33,965 --> 04:40:36,765
response to the long beach go app as well. Thank you so much.

3817
04:40:38,235 --> 04:40:42,005
alright, thanks kathleen. Well, that concludes public comment. We're

3818
04:40:42,325 --> 04:40:46,025
not gonna go to closing, uh, statements and adjournment. Uh,

3819
04:40:47,265 --> 04:40:51,105
we next week have our annual state of the city clergy to join us at

3820
04:40:51,325 --> 04:40:55,265
the terrace theater. At the same time you'd normally join us for the council meeting. So,

3821
04:40:55,825 --> 04:40:59,645
uh, this is a requirement in our city's charter once a year, uh, prior to

3822
04:40:59,845 --> 04:41:03,525
january 15th. The mayor provides us comprehensive state of affairs of our city.

3823
04:41:04,105 --> 04:41:07,945
uh, and this is a responsibility we take very seriously. And so, uh,

3824
04:41:08,265 --> 04:41:12,205
we look forward to seeing you there. Um, we're gonna go through the list. Council

3825
04:41:12,565 --> 04:41:16,485
member sorrows first. Yes, thank you, mayor. Um, yes, speaking

3826
04:41:16,625 --> 04:41:20,345
of the mlk parade and fest, uh, celebration, um,

3827
04:41:20,635 --> 04:41:24,145
it's not until the 17th, but I thought I'd start doing, um,

3828
04:41:24,925 --> 04:41:28,765
a kind of countdown to it. So please join us

3829
04:41:29,065 --> 04:41:32,165
for the 38th annual mlk parade in celebration on january 17th.

3830
04:41:33,545 --> 04:41:37,165
the parade kicks off at 10:00 am on mlk avenue in anaheim.

3831
04:41:37,835 --> 04:41:41,775
this year's theme, if you did not know, is rise up, stand

3832
04:41:42,125 --> 04:41:45,995
up for his dream. And I just wanted to share that what

3833
04:41:46,285 --> 04:41:49,945
we're doing differently this year from last year based on

3834
04:41:50,555 --> 04:41:54,525
community feedback is we have a comm community advisory committee

3835
04:41:55,745 --> 04:41:59,495
who, and it's black led, uh, so that we're centering black

3836
04:41:59,845 --> 04:42:03,825
voices in how we shape this and community centered. Uh,

3837
04:42:04,225 --> 04:42:08,125
so I think that we have done a lot to make sure that the community is

3838
04:42:08,325 --> 04:42:11,595
heard and took a lot of recommendations so that,

3839
04:42:12,335 --> 04:42:16,275
uh, everyone across generations can enjoy this, uh, celebration. So please

3840
04:42:16,475 --> 04:42:20,475
join us. Thank you. And just wanna thank them for all their hard work. This is

3841
04:42:21,055 --> 04:42:24,875
all their time is voluntary, they volunteer their time, so I wanna thank them and also

3842
04:42:25,155 --> 04:42:29,115
my team for all their hard work and working with the advisory committee

3843
04:42:29,695 --> 04:42:33,555
and o obviously putting together, uh, the, doing the work to

3844
04:42:33,755 --> 04:42:37,655
put together this event. Thank you. Thank you. Council member kerr. Yes,

3845
04:42:37,875 --> 04:42:41,675
thank you mr. Mayor. Um, so happy new year and as we're in the second week,

3846
04:42:42,375 --> 04:42:46,315
or in getting into the second week of 2026, I wanna remind you of several monthly activities

3847
04:42:46,915 --> 04:42:50,555
throughout district five that are kicking off their regularly scheduled events. This week,

3848
04:42:51,025 --> 04:42:54,955
this thursday, january 8th at 8:00 am you can join the first monthly bird walk at rancho

3849
04:42:55,315 --> 04:42:58,995
los cerritos. The rancho opens early for a free community bird walk every second

3850
04:42:59,635 --> 04:43:03,475
thursday of the month, inviting neighbors to experience local wildlife throughout the historic grounds

3851
04:43:04,055 --> 04:43:07,965
and gardens. And then on friday, january 9th at 2:00 pm you can join fellow volunteers

3852
04:43:09,055 --> 04:43:13,045
at willow springs park for their monthly restoration. Fridays help tend to native plants every

3853
04:43:13,395 --> 04:43:17,315
second friday of the month as the community contributes to the ongoing restoration of

3854
04:43:17,435 --> 04:43:21,315
our city's most natural spaces. On saturday, january 10th at eight 30, you can join

3855
04:43:21,605 --> 04:43:25,525
bixby highlands clean team for their first monthly cleanup of 2026 every

3856
04:43:25,875 --> 04:43:29,515
second saturday of the month. You can choose from one of two locations, uh, 1187

3857
04:43:30,375 --> 04:43:34,275
carson street or 4 5 5 5 orange to help fellow volunteers in keeping our local

3858
04:43:34,515 --> 04:43:38,515
streets and waterways free of trash and debris supplies and donuts will be provided.

3859
04:43:38,895 --> 04:43:42,355
and lastly, uh, saturday, january 10th, you can support local businesses and vendors

3860
04:43:43,095 --> 04:43:46,935
in parkview village for their first second saturday's block party of

3861
04:43:47,155 --> 04:43:51,115
the year. So hope to see you out in the community. Thank you. Council member thrashing.

3862
04:43:51,885 --> 04:43:55,815
thank you. So it is the first council meeting of the new year. Happy new

3863
04:43:56,035 --> 04:43:59,995
year. I hope that everyone had warm and a joyful holiday spent with

3864
04:44:00,475 --> 04:44:04,465
family and friends. So as we enter this new year, january

3865
04:44:05,415 --> 04:44:09,115
is actually human trafficking awareness month. And in honor of this,

3866
04:44:09,475 --> 04:44:13,305
I invite you to join me at a community event called a conversation with

3867
04:44:13,595 --> 04:44:17,425
coffee next wednesday, january 14th at 6:00 pm at the wrigley

3868
04:44:18,095 --> 04:44:22,075
coffee house located on willow street. This event will be hosted

3869
04:44:22,395 --> 04:44:25,895
by forgotten children incorporated, an organization dedicated to

3870
04:44:26,465 --> 04:44:30,235
serving survivors across los angeles county. This evening

3871
04:44:30,705 --> 04:44:34,635
will include a panel discussion, survivor speakers, and a space for the community to

3872
04:44:34,795 --> 04:44:38,615
come together to affirm the commitment to justice for

3873
04:44:39,275 --> 04:44:43,075
survivors and for support. Um, I encourage you to take part in this meaningful

3874
04:44:43,475 --> 04:44:47,475
conversation. Uh, to close, I do want to, uh, take a

3875
04:44:47,595 --> 04:44:51,165
moment to reflect. Uh, one year ago, the los angeles wildfires,

3876
04:44:51,985 --> 04:44:55,685
uh, took out more than 12,000 facilities and our responders

3877
04:44:56,285 --> 04:45:00,205
here in long beach, among others across the county, were responsible for going

3878
04:45:00,505 --> 04:45:04,325
in and assisting. It has been a year since the fires caused that immense

3879
04:45:04,605 --> 04:45:08,565
damage in the pacific palisades, pasadena, altadena, and other

3880
04:45:08,845 --> 04:45:12,775
communities. We remember the lives affected the loss of homes

3881
04:45:13,585 --> 04:45:16,375
and the resilience of those who are still committed to recovering.

3882
04:45:17,625 --> 04:45:21,505
but even in the face of destruction, the response from southern california and

3883
04:45:21,725 --> 04:45:25,465
across the country and the world was remarkable. Communities came together to

3884
04:45:25,965 --> 04:45:29,805
provide support, relief, and hope for those impacted. Let us keep

3885
04:45:30,105 --> 04:45:34,025
all of those impacted, uh, in our hearts and continue to uplift and

3886
04:45:34,245 --> 04:45:38,015
support them as they rebuild and heal in the years to come after

3887
04:45:38,385 --> 04:45:42,275
the fires. Thank you. Thank you. Council member

3888
04:45:42,475 --> 04:45:46,395
rick sodi. Uh, thank you mayor. Um, I would like to invite everyone out to

3889
04:45:46,595 --> 04:45:50,435
attend, um, the district nine queen mary community day, uh, on monday, january 26th

3890
04:45:51,705 --> 04:45:55,495
from five to 8:00 pm guests will check in at the main entrance with a qr

3891
04:45:55,715 --> 04:45:59,625
code ticket and receive a guide map to freely explore the ship. Enjoy live music, onboard

3892
04:46:00,115 --> 04:46:03,935
exhibits, deck access, and dining options throughout the queen mary parking is

3893
04:46:04,155 --> 04:46:08,035
$10 for validation. I would also like to invite everybody out to

3894
04:46:08,195 --> 04:46:12,195
our upcoming citywide community budget meetings. The meeting serving district nine will

3895
04:46:12,475 --> 04:46:15,955
take place on monday, february 2nd from six to 7:30 pm

3896
04:46:16,735 --> 04:46:20,085
at the doris topsy elbert community center at houton park, 63 0 1

3897
04:46:21,455 --> 04:46:25,315
myrtle avenue. And then, uh, and lastly, I'd like to invite everybody out to

3898
04:46:25,475 --> 04:46:29,035
attend our annual 2026 state of the district on saturday,

3899
04:46:29,555 --> 04:46:33,235
february 7th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm join us to hear about recent

3900
04:46:33,915 --> 04:46:37,835
progress in our community, upcoming initiatives, and a vision for district nine and to connect with your local leaders.

3901
04:46:38,605 --> 04:46:42,595
check in will take place from nine 30 to 10. The event also will be held at

3902
04:46:42,915 --> 04:46:46,755
h park at the doorstop sea over community center at 63 0 1 myrtle avenue.

3903
04:46:47,335 --> 04:46:51,235
we ask that if you can rsep in advance so we can get food. Uh, for more information,

3904
04:46:51,755 --> 04:46:53,355
please contact our office at 5 6 2 5 7 0 6 1 3 7

3905
04:46:56,335 --> 04:46:56,995
or district9@longbeach.gov.

3906
04:47:00,795 --> 04:47:04,695
all right, thank you. That concludes announcements. Happy new year. Thanks for joining.

3907
04:47:05,355 --> 04:47:07,915
uh, uh, we'll see you next week. Meeting adjourn.

3908
04:47:13,265 --> 04:47:14,965
got a lot of, though, we got a lot.