The Long Beach City Council voted unanimously to ask city staff to develop a comprehensive, 90‑day report on strategies to support business corridors and adjacent residential areas facing crime and quality‑of‑life problems.

Councilwoman Allen, who authored the request with co‑sponsors Councilwoman Zendejas and Councilwoman Kerr, said the report should describe what enforcement looks like, how outreach and health services are paired with enforcement, and whether existing programs are achieving results. "What enforcement looks like, what outreach looks like, and whether these strategies are actually helping conditions on the ground," Allen said during the debate.

The decision followed more than two hours of public comment. Business owners and property managers from downtown and other corridors described repeated burglaries, vandalism, assaults and encampments that they say have driven customers away and led some tenants to close. "Nobody wants to be there, and these places continue to sit vacant," said property owner Nick Krinsky, summarizing a chorus of testimony from downtown merchants.

Council members stressed a balanced approach: lead with services and shelter while also using enforcement tools where individuals are breaking the law. Mayor Richardson emphasized that the city has expanded shelter capacity and outreach since earlier legal constraints and that enforcement should be clear and data‑driven. City Manager Tom Modica said grants pass guidance is being enforced and staff will include data on prior actions.

Councilmembers asked staff to present a public, data‑driven review that outlines (at minimum) the city’s existing interventions, enforcement metrics and funding options. Several councilmembers requested the report be a full presentation to the council, including a timeline and an analysis of state legislative tools that might assist local enforcement or service delivery.

The motion carried with no change to existing law; councilmembers said the goal was to improve outcomes through coordination between police, health and human services, economic development and business improvement districts. The city will return with a presentation and timeline within 90 days, as requested.

Ending: The council recorded the vote as "Motion is carried" and said the item will return as a staff presentation to the full council within the 90‑day window.