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Recommendation to authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute any and all documents necessary for a Supplemental Agreement to Management Agreement No. 21667 with SMG (formerly known as Spectacor Management Group) for the completion of certain capital improvement projects at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center (Center) located at 300 East Ocean Boulevard. (District 2)
DISCUSSION
On September 4, 2012, as part of the annual CIP Budget, the City Council appropriated $3.9 million for the following improvements to the Sports Arena (Arena), Arena Lobby and Entrance, and other Center improvements:
Ongoing Sports Arena Upgrade/Re-purposing Improvements (Approx. $2,950,000)
The City's Sports Arena is undergoing a phased improvement so that it can be used as a "Loft Style Ballroom". Aging equipment will be replaced and modernized to maximize the facility's use for special events. The improvements to the Sports Arena will provide attractive modernized event space needed to accommodate larger functions at the Center, and update the appearance and usefulness of the Long Beach Sports Arena.
Arena Lobby Entrance Improvements (Approx. $400,000)
The Arena Lobby Entrance will be improved to create a more modern and inviting entryway to complement the improvements being made to the Arena.
Facility Lighting Upgrades ($300,000)
LED Lighting and other technical improvements will be made to the lighting systems at the Center and Arena to improve visibility and reduce power costs.
Arena Lobby Area Furnishings ($150,000)
New furniture and accessories for the Arena Lobby area to complement the improvements to the Arena and Arena Lobby Entrance.
This Supplemental Agreement is required to authorize SMG to manage these capital improvement projects. SMG shall ensure that the bidding process for these projects complies with City regulations and the resulting contracts comply with the State Labor Code, as well as with the City’s insurance, bond and other pe...
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