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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 and the Long Beach Arena (Center) located at 300 East Ocean Boulevard. (District 2)
DISCUSSION
On February 19, 2013, the City Council, as part of a quarterly budget adjustment, appropriated $3,831,500 from Tidelands oil revenue for high priority capital projects at the Center. These projects included:
Complete Arena Repurposing & Renovate Seaside Restrooms (Approximately $1,350,000):
To further increase the functionality and flexibility of the Arena so that it can be utilized by clients as a ballroom, concert venue, convention/exhibit hall, and special purpose venue the purchase of additional items is needed. Potential items to be obtained include, but are not limited to:
· Upgrade lighting and supporting electrical components,
· Install drapes that will allow the venue to be segmented in size,
· Install audio speakers and related equipment.
In an effort to further support the overall functionality of the facility, the restrooms that are located in the Seaside Meeting Room area are in need of renovation. These improvements include, but are not limited to:
· Upgrade lighting and other electrical,
· Replace toilets, faucets and install automated soap dispensers,
· Upgrade existing restroom stall walls and doors,
· Upgrade countertop areas.
Arena Lobby Renovation and Facility Furniture (Approximately $981,500):
Upgrade the Arena Lobby to complement the Arena Repurposing project by doing additional renovations/improvements including lighting, sound, and furniture.
Arena Air Handlers #1-10 Replacement (Approximately $1,500,000):
Eighteen air handler units, which are used to condition and circulate air in the Arena, are orig...
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