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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 located at 300 East Ocean Boulevard. (District 2)
DISCUSSION
On February 11, 2014, the City Council, as part of a FY 14 quarterly budget adjustment, appropriated $1,270,000 from Tidelands oil revenue for high priority capital projects at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. The State Lands Commission approved this funding on April 23, 2014. The proposed projects include:
Security Equipment and Card Reader System (Approximately $160,000):
To further enhance the overall security of the facility, additional security cameras will be installed in locations that require either replacement of aging equipment and/or were not previously monitored. In addition, other measures to enhance the security of the facility will be installed, such as an electronic card reader system that will eliminate the need for keys to be distributed to staff and/or guests to gain access to areas.
Reception Area Renovations (Approximately $275,000):
To complement the carpeting and furniture that has been installed in various parts of the Convention Center, wall sconces and artwork will be added. The installation of these items will further enhance the appearance and attractiveness of the Long Beach Convention Center in this highly competitive climate.
Concrete Repairs (Approximately $100,000):
Due to the passage of time, there is a need to modify/repair concrete areas around the facility that have deteriorated or are in need of modification due to lack of functionality.
Light Fixtures in Exhibit Hall Entry and Arena Lobby (Approximately $225,000):
The installation of efficient and attractive lighting in the areas adjacent to and i...
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