Civil Service Commission
Regular MeetingLong Beach, NY · October 7, 2020
Minutes
CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2020
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION TELECONFERENCE, 8:30 AM
MINUTES
Susana Gonzalez Edmond, President Phyllis O. Arias, Commissioner
Heather Morrison, Vice President Brandon Dowling, Commissioner
Joen Garnica, Commissioner
Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive Director
FINISHED AGENDA AND MINUTES
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETINGS ARE HELD VIA
TELECONFERENCE PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER N-29-20
ISSUED BY GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM.
THE CIVIC CHAMBERS WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
President Gonzalez Edmond called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m.
FLAG SALUTE
President Gonzalez Edmond asked Vice President Morrison to lead the Pledge of
Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Present: Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO
ADDRESS THE COMMISSION BY SUBMITTING WRITTEN COMMENTS VIA EMAIL TO
MARLA.CAMERINO@LONGBEACH.GOV.
Ms. Pizarro Winting read a comment from Padric Gleason Gonzales regarding the
screening of candidates for positions within the City.
Ms. Pizarro Winting read a comment from Erik Maitland, Michael Hallinan, Christopher
Stuart and Robert Molinar, regarding a previously expressed concern about working out of
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classification.
2. 20-262CS Recommendation to approve minutes:
Special Meeting of September 9, 2020
Regular Meeting of September 16, 2020
A motion was made by Commissioner Dowling, seconded by
Commissioner Garnica, to approve the Special Meeting
Minutes from September 9, 2020 and the Regular Meeting
Minutes from September 16, 2020. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
At this time, the Commission approved reordering the agenda to bring forward Agenda Item
13 - Presentation on the Racial Inequity and Reconciliation Initiative.
CONSENT CALENDAR (3 – 12):
President Gonzalez Edmond and Commissioner Garnica pulled Agenda Items 3, 7 and 8 for
discussion.
Passed the Consent Calendar
A motion was made by Commissioner Garnica, seconded by
Commissioner Arias, to approve Consent Calendar Items (4-6
and 9-12), except for Agenda Items 4, 7 and 8. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
3. 20-263CS Recommendation to approve examination results:
Environmental Health Specialist Test #03 (Established 09/23/20)
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Hazardous Materials Specialist Test #02 (Established 09/23/20)
Licensed Vocational Nurse Test #01 (Established 09/30/20)
Public Safety Dispatcher - NTN EXAM Test #15 (Established
09/23/20)
Public Safety Dispatcher - POST WAIVER Test #17 (Established
09/24/20)
Water Treatment Supervisor (Established 10/01/20)
PROMOTIONAL
President Gonzalez Edmond wanted to know if the results for the Public
Safety Dispatcher - NTN examination was typical because some of the
categories appear to have high numbers. Ms. Kerr-Jenkins explained that
some applicants do not follow through with the process or applicants who
do take the exam do not pass. She stated that staff is doing their due
diligence to reach out to applicants to complete the processes for this
exam.
A motion was made by Commissioner Garnica, seconded by
Vice President Morrison, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
4. 20-264CS Recommendation to approve bulletin(s):
Equipment Operator
Motor Sweeper Operator
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
5. 20-265CS Recommendation to receive and file retirement(s):
Luis Ortiz, Garage Service Attendant II, Harbor Department (19 yrs.,
6 mos.)
Jeffrey Walker, Refuse Operator III, Public Works Department (31
yrs., 29 days)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
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6. 20-266CS Recommendation to receive and file resignation(s):
Douglas Donnenfield, Police Officer, Police Department (7
yrs., 3 mos.)
Maquech Lizarraga, Ambulance Operator, Fire Department (3
mos., 28 days)
Sandy Ryan, Public Health Nutritionist I, Department of Health
and Human Services (2 yrs., 2 mos.)
Janette Tapia, Clerk Typist I, Department of Health and Human
Services (1 mo., 5 days)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
7. 20-267CS COVID-19 RELATED: Recommendation to Extend
Non-Career Hours - Emiliano Uranga, Refuse Operator I
Non-Career
Communication from Russ Ficker, Administrative Officer,
Department of Public Works
Staff report prepared by Shellie Goings, Personnel Analyst
Commissioner Garnica noticed that the department is only
requesting an extension of 50 hours and wanted to know if that is all
that is needed to complete the assignment. Ms. Pizarro Winting
responded that the employee only needs 50 hours to get him
through to his anniversary date. She stated that once he reaches
his anniversary date, his hours will begin counting over. It was
mentioned that this same idea applies to other requests for
extension of non-career hours on today’s agenda.
This discussion is applicable to Agenda Item 8.
A motion was made by Commissioner Garnica, seconded by
Commissioner Arias, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
8. 20-268CS COVID-19 RELATED: Recommendation to Extend
Non-Career Hours - Francheska Deras, Administrative Intern
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Non-Career
Communication from Jodie Griner, Administrative Officer,
Department of Health and Human Services
Staff report prepared by Elsa Ramos, Personnel Analyst
A motion was made by Commissioner Dowling, seconded by
Commissioner Garnica, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
9. 20-269CS COVID-19 RELATED: Recommendation to Extend
Non-Career Hours - Regina Macias-Overholt, Administrative
Analyst Non-Career
Communication from Jodie Griner, Administrative Officer,
Department of Health and Human Services
Staff report prepared by Elsa Ramos, Personnel Analyst
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
10. 20-270CS Recommendation for Transfer and Permanent Assignment to
Former Classification - Agnes Agua, Accounting Clerk III
Communication from Sandra Kennedy, Administrative Officer,
Department of Financial Management
Staff report prepared by Desiree Davalos, Personnel Analyst
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
11. 20-271CS Recommendation for Transfer and Permanent Assignment to
Former Classification - Roger Santos, Special Services Officer
III-Armed
Communication from Stacey Lewis, Director of Human
Resources, Harbor Department
Staff report prepared by Sheree Valdoria, Personnel Analyst
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A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
12. 20-272CS Recommendation to Approve Extension of Expiring Eligible
Lists (6 months)
Staff report prepared by Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive
Director
Assistant Administrative Analyst (E03AN-19) Test #01
(1/24/2019) 3 Months*
Assistant Administrative Analyst (E03AN-19) Test #02
(2/28/2019) 3 Months*
Assistant Administrative Analyst (E03AN-19) Test #03
(7/16/2019) 3 Months*
Business Systems Specialist (H67AN-19) Test #13 (4/30/2019)
Business Systems Specialist (H67AN-20) Test #16 (10/10/2019)
Business Systems Specialist (H67AN-20) Test #18 (4/3/2020)
Buyer (C13AN-19) Test #01 (1/22/2019)
Civil Engineer (K11NN-19) Test #05 (4/3/2019)
Civil Engineer (K11NN-20) Test #09 (10/24/2019)
Civil Engineer (K11NN-20) Test #12 (4/17/2020)
Civil Engineering Associate (K13NN-20) Test #07 (10/24/2019)
Deputy Fire Marshal (AT5NN-19) Test #01 (1/8/2019)
Deputy Fire Marshal (AT5NN-19) Test #02 (1/29/2019)
Environmental Specialist Associate (N26NN-20) Test #02
(4/3/2020)
Maintenance Assistant (JA3AN-20B) Test #02 (4/29/2020)
Maintenance Planner (NG2AN-20) (10/16/2019)
Nurse Practitioner (G12NN-19) Test #02 (10/17/2019)
Nurse Practitioner (G12NN-20) Test #05 (4/3/2020)
Office Systems Analyst (IMDBA) (ND4AN-20D) Test #03
(4/24/2020)
Office Systems Analyst (IMDCE) (ND4AN-20A) Test #09
(4/14/2020)
Office Systems Analyst - IMDCA (ND4AN-20B) Test #04
(10/7/2019) 4 Months*
Office Systems Analyst - IMDCA (ND4AN-20B) Test #08
(4/14/2020)
Office Systems Analyst- IMDNOC (ND4AN-20C) Test #04
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(4/9/2020)
Planner (F53AN-19) Test #02 (10/23/2018)
Police Officer - Lateral (F23NN-19B) Test #01 (4/2/2019)
Police Officer - Lateral (F23NN-20) Test #11 (4/6/2020)
Police Officer - Lateral (F23NN-20) Test #12 (4/30/2020)
Police Recruit (F63NN-19) Test #08 ( 4/18/2019) 3 Months*
Police Recruit (F63NN-20) Test #13 (10/24/2019)
Police Recruit (F63NN-20) Test #18 (4/3/2020)
Public Health Nurse (G19AN-20) Test #01 (4/30/2020)
Public Health Nutritionist (G21AN-20) Test #03 (10/23/2019)
Public Health Nutritionist (G21AN-20) Test #05 (4/3/2020)
Public Safety Dispatcher - NTN Exam (J45AN-18A) Test #01
(4/23/2018)
Public Safety Dispatcher - NTN Exam (J45AN-20A) Test #08
(10/10/2019)
Public Safety Dispatcher - Post Waiver (J45AN-18B) Test #01
(4/23/2018)
Public Safety Dispatcher - Post Waiver (J45AN-20B) Test #08
(10/10/2019)
Refuse Operator (JA2AN-20) Test #21 (10/2/2019)
Registered Nurse (G11AN-19) Test #08 (4/3/2019)
Senior Civil Engineer (K52NN-20) Test #06 (5/1/2020)
Senior Program Manager - Water (MC5NN-19) Test #03
(4/29/2019)
Senior Structural Engineer (K65NN-19) Test #03 (4/2/2019)
Senior Traffic Engineer (K68NN-20) Test #04 (10/2/2019)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-18) Test #26 (4/23/2018)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-19) Test #32 (10/4/2018)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-20) Test #39 (10/3/2019)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-20) Test #42 (4/30/2020)
Structural Engineer (KA1NN-20) Test #03 (4/30/2020)
Systems Support Specialist (H69AN-18) Test #11 (4/2/2019) 5
Months*
Systems Support Specialist (H69AN-20) Test #13 (10/29/2019)
Systems Technician (H70AN-19) Test #02 (4/9/2019)
Terminal Services Representative (N43AN-20) Test #01
(4/20/2020)
Water Utility Mechanic (M42AN-20) Test #01 (4/28/2020)
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CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2020
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A motion was made to approve recommendation on the
Consent Calendar.
REGULAR AGENDA
13. 20-273CS PRESENTATION ON THE RACIAL INEQUITY AND
RECONCILIATION INITIATIVE
Communication from Teresa Chandler, Deputy City Manager and
Katie Balderas, Equity Officer, Office of the City Manager
Ms. Chandler and Ms. Balderas provided an overview of the Racial
Inequity and Reconciliation Initiative.
A discussion ensued with President Gonzalez Edmond, Vice
President Morrison, Commissioner Arias, Commissioner Dowling,
Commissioner Garnica, Ms. Chandler and Ms. Balderas regarding
the information that was presented. There will be follow up with the
Civil Service Commission standing committee’s addressing this
issue.
A motion was made by Commissioner Dowling, seconded by
Commissioner Arias, to receive and file the presentation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
14. 20-274CS COVID-19 RELATED: RECOMMENDATION FOR EXTENSION
OF PROBATIONARY PERIOD - Frederick Howard, Garage
Service Attendant I
Communication from Sandra Kennedy, Administrative Officer,
Department of Financial Management
Staff report prepared by Desiree Davalos, Personnel Analyst
President Gonzalez Edmond informed the Commission that this is a
COVID-19 related item.
Ms. Pizarro Winting introduced Ms. Davalos who briefed the
Commission regarding this request.
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Representatives from Financial Management were on the call to
answer questions.
Commissioner Arias asked if there are citywide plans or a citywide
policy being developed to address probationary employees who are
not able to be evaluated due to the public health emergency. Ms.
Pizarro Winting responded that Human Resources looks at every
request closely. She stated that conversations will take place to
address each employee on a case by case basis. Ms. Pizarro
Winting stated that citywide plans or a policy has not been
discussed; however, there are not that many outstanding extensions.
A motion was made by Vice President Morrison, seconded by
Commissioner Garnica, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
15. 20-275CS REQUEST TO APPEAL DISQUALIFICATION FROM
EXAMINATION PROCESS - Building Services Supervisor
Communication from Rudy Pugh
Staff report prepared by Jami Kerr-Jenkins, Personnel Analyst
Ms. Pizarro Winting introduced Ms. Kerr-Jenkins who briefed the
Commission regarding this request.
Commissioner Arias would like to suggest modifications to the
examination which she would like to discuss later.
Mr. Pugh provided information to the Commission and asked them
to reconsider his disqualification. In addition, Sean Gamette,
Managing Director for the Engineering Service Bureau, Fred
Greco, Director of Maintenance and Stacey Lewis, Human
Resources Director with the Harbor Department were on the call to
advocate for Mr. Pugh.
A discussion ensued with President Gonzalez Edmond, Vice
President Morrison, Commissioner Arias, Commissioner Dowling,
Commissioner Garnica, Mr. Anderson, Ms. McDonald and Ms.
Kerr-Jenkins regarding the duties of the position, the language on
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the examination and what options the Commission has regarding the
recommendation.
After discussion, the Commission voted to approve staff’s
recommendation to deny Mr. Pugh’s appeal.
A motion was made by Commissioner Arias, seconded by
Commissioner Garnica, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
16. 20-276CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE ORDER OF LAYOFF -
CLASSIFIED
Communication from Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive
Director
Commissioner Arias wanted to know when layoffs would be
effective. Ms. Pizarro Winting responded that it would be
dependent upon Human Resources, as they would need to give
employees ample notice.
A motion was made by Commissioner Arias, seconded by
Vice President Morrison, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
17. 20-277CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE PRIOR CLASSIFIED
STATUS AND SENIORITY
Communication from Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive
Director
Ms. Pizarro Winting briefed the Commission regarding this request.
A motion was made by Commissioner Arias, seconded by
Commissioner Dowling, to approve recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
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Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
18. 20-278CS CLOSED SESSION (Pursuant to Paragraph (b)(1) of Section
54957 of the California Government Code):
RECOMMENDATION TO APPLY the terms of the 2019 - 2023
Memorandum of Understanding with the Long Beach
Management Association to the Executive Director of the Civil
Service Commission.
President Gonzalez Edmond stated that this item will be held over to
the next meeting and will be discussed in Closed Session, as it
relates to compensation for the Executive Director.
A motion was made by Commissioner Garnica, seconded by
Vice President Morrison, to table this item to the next
meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
19. 20-279CS DISCUSSION REGARDING CONDUCTING CIVIL SERVICE
HEARINGS UNDER THE CURRENT HEALTH ORDER
RESTRICTIONS
Commissioner Garnica provided a brief overview to the Commission
regarding the Special Projects Committee discussion concerning
hearings. She stated that the recommendation will be to conduct
hearings using the Webex platform. Commissioner Garnica stated
that the draft policy is being introduced for discussion.
Commissioner Arias went over the five sections in the draft policy to
conduct virtual hearings that included Platform, Locations, Joining
Meetings, Exhibits and Findings.
Discussions took place with Commissioner Arias, Commissioner
Garnica, Ms. Pizarro Winting, Mr. Anderson and the attorneys
regarding the information that was presented.
Ken Yuwiler, Attorney at Law, wanted to know who would educate
adverse witnesses on how to use the Webex program. He also
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wanted to know if there are breakout rooms using Webex.
Commissioner Arias responded that Civil Service staff will be onsite
to provide technical assistance and stated that there are breakout
rooms within Webex.
Mike Peters, Attorney at Law, wanted to know how we would enforce
outside witnesses to attend given the current health order.
Commissioner Arias stated that it would be the same process as
having them attend in person and that the attorneys have the
authority to enforce this. Mr. Peters explained the process of
having to file a motion in Superior Court to enforce a witness to
attend. Commissioner Arias stated that the Commission used the
State Personnel Board’s protocol to develop the draft policy and the
Committee could look at it again. She believes there is a phrase
regarding this topic.
Mr. Yuwiler asked if the Commission has ruled out in person
hearings. Commissioner Arias stated that the Special Projects
Committee is proposing that the Commission proceed with virtual
hearings and not in person hearings due to the City’s health order.
Commissioner Garnica informed Mr. Yuwiler that the Commission
has taken in to consideration all the information that was previously
presented. She stated that a facility has been identified that would
be conducive to in person hearings. When in person hearings are
possible, the Commission will consider it. Commissioner Garnica
stated that all protocols will be followed and the highest of safety
standards will be put into place to ensure the care of witnesses and
everyone involved.
Mr. Yuwiler wanted to know how additional exhibits will be presented
to participants. Commissioner Arias stated that the host will be able
to share the exhibits and that there will be sufficient bandwidth. It
was discussed that audio and video exhibits can be manipulated to
be shared at the appropriate time. It was also discussed that hard
copies of evidence will be presented at a later date, or these can be
printed at the discretion of the participants. Mr. Yuwiler wanted to
know how we would be able to know when someone is dropped from
the call. Ms. Pizarro Winting responded that the host will be able to
see this and will inform the chair about the issue so that the hearing
can stop until the person is back on the call.
Mr. Yuwiler wanted to know if the Commission will be addressing the
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change in conducting hearings with bargaining units through a Meet
and Confer process. He stated that this is considered a change in
working conditions. Mr. Anderson responded that unions have not
been notified as this is just a discussion. He stated that he imagines
that at some point the unions will be notified. Jim Trott, Attorney at
Law, stated that he has not spoken with the Police Officers
Association and the Machinist Union regarding hearings.
Mr. Trott asked if there is an opportunity for attorneys to show a
witness documents prior to it coming before the Commission. It was
discussed that the host can create a breakout room for the witness
and attorneys only. Civil Service staff can also share the document
directly with the witness. It was discussed that any information or
discussion that needs to take place privately, can be done using a
virtual breakout room.
Mr. Peters wanted to know what facility will be used for witnesses
and attorneys. Ms. Pizarro Winting stated that she spoke with the
Water Department; however, we can look at other facilities.
Mr. Trott asked if everyone will have video on. Commissioner Arias
stated that all video will be on so that attorneys will be able to see all
Commissioners.
Commissioner Arias stated that this is the first reading of the policy
and it will be brought back as an agenda item at the next meeting.
Commissioner Garnica stated that this is a basic overview of how
hearings will be conducted. She stated that there was a lot of
information that was discussed that may not need to be a part of the
document including protocols to clean the witness room between
witnesses.
Vice President Morrison thanked the Committee for the amount of
time that it took to put the document together and is appreciative of
it.
President Gonzalez Edmond thanked the Committee and staff for
their work. She stated that this is just a Receive and File for now.
The item will be brought back to the Commission for approval.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Arias, seconded by
Vice President Morrison, to receive and file this discussion.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Phyllis O. Arias, Brandon Dowling, Joen Garnica, Heather
Morrison and Susana Gonzalez Edmond
20. STANDING COMMITTEES
A. Executive Committee
President Gonzalez Edmond stated that another meeting will be scheduled soon.
Staff will be inviting Police Department representatives to meet with the Committee.
B. Recruitment and Selection Committee
Commissioner Dowling informed the Commission that the Committee met on
Wednesday, September 23, 2020, to discuss Civil Service related items contained in
the Racial Inequity and Reconciliation Initiative. He stated that Civil Service staff was
asked to arrange a briefing for the Committee on current equity efforts underway
within the Civil Service Department. Staff was also asked to arrange a meeting with
the Police Department to present the Commission with information related to the
departments ongoing and future efforts to increase racial diversity and equity.
A brief discussion ensued with Commissioner Arias, Commissioner Dowling,
Commissioner Garnica, Ms. Pizarro Winting and Ms. Slaten regarding receiving
similar information from the Fire Department. The Recruitment and Selection
Committee will discuss this further at its next meeting.
C. Special Projects Committee
The Special Projects Committee provided its report during Agenda Item No. 19.
21. REPORTS FROM MANAGERS
A. Recruitment Division - Crystal Slaten
Ms. Slaten stated that she is happy to be back and is looking forward to providing
information regarding recruitment to the Commission in the future.
B. Employment Services Division - Caprice McDonald
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Ms. McDonald did not have any new updates to report.
C. Administration Support Services - Maria Alamo
Ms. Alamo did not have any new updates to report.
D. Executive Director - Christina Pizarro Winting
Ms. Pizarro Winting did not have any new updates to report.
22. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ad Hoc Subcommittees:
A. Subcommittee to Develop Civil Service Commission Policy regarding requests
to Utilize Classified Positions in the Unclassified Service
Ms. Pizarro Winting stated that she is working to solidify a date before the Commission’s
next meeting.
23. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business discussed.
ADJOURNMENT
President Gonzalez Edmond adjourned the meeting at 10:55 a.m.
NO HEARING
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NOTE:
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speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the Office of the City
Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 72 business hours prior to the Commission meeting.
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comisión.
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Agenda
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AGENDA
Susana Gonzalez Edmond, President Phyllis O. Arias, Commissioner
Heather Morrison, Vice President Brandon Dowling, Commissioner
Joen Garnica, Commissioner
Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive Director
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETINGS ARE HELD VIA
TELECONFERENCE PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER N-29-20
ISSUED BY GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM.
THE CIVIC CHAMBERS WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL
1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS
THE COMMISSION BY SUBMITTING WRITTEN COMMENTS VIA EMAIL TO
MARLA.CAMERINO@LONGBEACH.GOV.
2. 20-262CS Recommendation to approve minutes:
Special Meeting of September 9, 2020
Regular Meeting of September 16, 2020
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: CSC Mtg Minutes for 09-09-20_draft.pdf
CSC Mtg Minutes for 09-16-20_draft.pdf
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3. 20-263CS Recommendation to approve examination results:
Environmental Health Specialist Test #03 (Established 09/23/20)
Hazardous Materials Specialist Test #02 (Established 09/23/20)
Licensed Vocational Nurse Test #01 (Established 09/30/20)
Public Safety Dispatcher - NTN EXAM Test #15 (Established 09/23/20)
Public Safety Dispatcher - POST WAIVER Test #17 (Established
09/24/20)
Water Treatment Supervisor (Established 10/01/20)
PROMOTIONAL
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: Exam Results for 10-07-20.pdf
4. 20-264CS Recommendation to approve bulletin(s):
Equipment Operator
Motor Sweeper Operator
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: Bulletins - 10-07-20_L.pdf
5. 20-265CS Recommendation to receive and file retirement(s):
Luis Ortiz, Garage Service Attendant II, Harbor Department (19 yrs., 6
mos.)
Jeffrey Walker, Refuse Operator III, Public Works Department (31 yrs.,
29 days)
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
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6. 20-266CS Recommendation to receive and file resignation(s):
Douglas Donnenfield, Police Officer, Police Department (7 yrs., 3
mos.)
Maquech Lizarraga, Ambulance Operator, Fire Department (3
mos., 28 days)
Sandy Ryan, Public Health Nutritionist I, Department of Health
and Human Services (2 yrs., 2 mos.)
Janette Tapia, Clerk Typist I, Department of Health and Human Services
(1 mo., 5 days)
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
7. 20-267CS COVID-19 RELATED: Recommendation to Extend Non-Career
Hours - Emiliano Uranga, Refuse Operator I Non-Career
Communication from Russ Ficker, Administrative Officer,
Department of Public Works
Staff report prepared by Shellie Goings, Personnel Analyst
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: ExtNCHours-EUranga-ROINC-PW-10-07-20.pdf
8. 20-268CS COVID-19 RELATED: Recommendation to Extend Non-Career
Hours - Francheska Deras, Administrative Intern Non-Career
Communication from Jodie Griner, Administrative Officer,
Department of Health and Human Services
Staff report prepared by Elsa Ramos, Personnel Analyst
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: ExtNCHours-FDeras-AINC-HE-10-07-20.pdf
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9. 20-269CS COVID-19 RELATED: Recommendation to Extend Non-Career
Hours - Regina Macias-Overholt, Administrative Analyst Non-Career
Communication from Jodie Griner, Administrative Officer,
Department of Health and Human Services
Staff report prepared by Elsa Ramos, Personnel Analyst
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: ExtNCHours-ROverholt-AANC-HE-10-07-20.pdf
10. 20-270CS Recommendation for Transfer and Permanent Assignment to
Former Classification - Agnes Agua, Accounting Clerk III
Communication from Sandra Kennedy, Administrative Officer,
Department of Financial Management
Staff report prepared by Desiree Davalos, Personnel Analyst
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: PermAssignFormClass-AAguas-ACIII-FM-10-07-20.pdf
11. 20-271CS Recommendation for Transfer and Permanent Assignment to
Former Classification - Roger Santos, Special Services Officer
III-Armed
Communication from Stacey Lewis, Director of Human
Resources, Harbor Department
Staff report prepared by Sheree Valdoria, Personnel Analyst
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: PermAssignandTransfertoFormClass-RSantos-SSOIII-HD
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12. 20-272CS Recommendation to Approve Extension of Expiring Eligible
Lists (6 months)
Staff report prepared by Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive
Director
Assistant Administrative Analyst (E03AN-19) Test #01 (1/24/2019)
3 Months*
Assistant Administrative Analyst (E03AN-19) Test #02 (2/28/2019)
3 Months*
Assistant Administrative Analyst (E03AN-19) Test #03 (7/16/2019)
3 Months*
Business Systems Specialist (H67AN-19) Test #13 (4/30/2019)
Business Systems Specialist (H67AN-20) Test #16 (10/10/2019)
Business Systems Specialist (H67AN-20) Test #18 (4/3/2020)
Buyer (C13AN-19) Test #01 (1/22/2019)
Civil Engineer (K11NN-19) Test #05 (4/3/2019)
Civil Engineer (K11NN-20) Test #09 (10/24/2019)
Civil Engineer (K11NN-20) Test #12 (4/17/2020)
Civil Engineering Associate (K13NN-20) Test #07 (10/24/2019)
Deputy Fire Marshal (AT5NN-19) Test #01 (1/8/2019)
Deputy Fire Marshal (AT5NN-19) Test #02 (1/29/2019)
Environmental Specialist Associate (N26NN-20) Test #02
(4/3/2020)
Maintenance Assistant (JA3AN-20B) Test #02 (4/29/2020)
Maintenance Planner (NG2AN-20) (10/16/2019)
Nurse Practitioner (G12NN-19) Test #02 (10/17/2019)
Nurse Practitioner (G12NN-20) Test #05 (4/3/2020)
Office Systems Analyst (IMDBA) (ND4AN-20D) Test #03
(4/24/2020)
Office Systems Analyst (IMDCE) (ND4AN-20A) Test #09
(4/14/2020)
Office Systems Analyst - IMDCA (ND4AN-20B) Test #04
(10/7/2019) 4 Months*
Office Systems Analyst - IMDCA (ND4AN-20B) Test #08
(4/14/2020)
Office Systems Analyst- IMDNOC (ND4AN-20C) Test #04
(4/9/2020)
Planner (F53AN-19) Test #02 (10/23/2018)
Police Officer - Lateral (F23NN-19B) Test #01 (4/2/2019)
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Police Officer - Lateral (F23NN-20) Test #11 (4/6/2020)
Police Officer - Lateral (F23NN-20) Test #12 (4/30/2020)
Police Recruit (F63NN-19) Test #08 ( 4/18/2019) 3 Months*
Police Recruit (F63NN-20) Test #13 (10/24/2019)
Police Recruit (F63NN-20) Test #18 (4/3/2020)
Public Health Nurse (G19AN-20) Test #01 (4/30/2020)
Public Health Nutritionist (G21AN-20) Test #03 (10/23/2019)
Public Health Nutritionist (G21AN-20) Test #05 (4/3/2020)
Public Safety Dispatcher - NTN Exam (J45AN-18A) Test #01
(4/23/2018)
Public Safety Dispatcher - NTN Exam (J45AN-20A) Test #08
(10/10/2019)
Public Safety Dispatcher - Post Waiver (J45AN-18B) Test #01
(4/23/2018)
Public Safety Dispatcher - Post Waiver (J45AN-20B) Test #08
(10/10/2019)
Refuse Operator (JA2AN-20) Test #21 (10/2/2019)
Registered Nurse (G11AN-19) Test #08 (4/3/2019)
Senior Civil Engineer (K52NN-20) Test #06 (5/1/2020)
Senior Program Manager - Water (MC5NN-19) Test #03 (4/29/2019)
Senior Structural Engineer (K65NN-19) Test #03 (4/2/2019)
Senior Traffic Engineer (K68NN-20) Test #04 (10/2/2019)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-18) Test #26 (4/23/2018)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-19) Test #32 (10/4/2018)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-20) Test #39 (10/3/2019)
Special Services Officer (F33AN-20) Test #42 (4/30/2020)
Structural Engineer (KA1NN-20) Test #03 (4/30/2020)
Systems Support Specialist (H69AN-18) Test #11 (4/2/2019) 5
Months*
Systems Support Specialist (H69AN-20) Test #13 (10/29/2019)
Systems Technician (H70AN-19) Test #02 (4/9/2019)
Terminal Services Representative (N43AN-20) Test #01 (4/20/2020)
Water Utility Mechanic (M42AN-20) Test #01 (4/28/2020)
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: Extension of Expiring Eligible Lists - 10-2020.pdf
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REGULAR AGENDA
13. 20-273CS PRESENTATION ON THE RACIAL INEQUITY AND
RECONCILIATION INITIATIVE
Communication from Teresa Chandler, Deputy City Manager and Katie
Balderas, Equity Officer, Office of the City Manager
Suggested Action: Receive and file.
14. 20-274CS COVID-19 RELATED: RECOMMENDATION FOR EXTENSION OF
PROBATIONARY PERIOD - Frederick Howard, Garage Service
Attendant I
Communication from Sandra Kennedy, Administrative Officer,
Department of Financial Management
Staff report prepared by Desiree Davalos, Personnel Analyst
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: ExtProb-FHoward-GSAI-FM-10-07-20_L.pdf
15. 20-275CS REQUEST TO APPEAL DISQUALIFICATION FROM EXAMINATION
PROCESS - Building Services Supervisor
Communication from Rudy Pugh
Staff report prepared by Jami Kerr-Jenkins, Personnel Analyst
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: Appeal of Disqualification of Exam-R Pugh-10-07-20_L.pd
16. 20-276CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE ORDER OF LAYOFF -
CLASSIFIED
Communication from Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive Director
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
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17. 20-277CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE PRIOR CLASSIFIED STATUS
AND SENIORITY
Communication from Christina Pizarro Winting, Executive Director
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
18. 20-278CS RECOMMENDATION TO APPLY terms of the 2019 - 2023 Memorandum
of Understanding with the Long Beach Management Association to the
Executive Director of the Civil Service Commission.
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: 10-07-20-SalaryAdjustmentsforUnrepresentedManagers_
19. 20-279CS DISCUSSION REGARDING CONDUCTING CIVIL SERVICE HEARINGS
UNDER THE CURRENT HEALTH ORDER RESTRICTIONS
Suggested Action: Receive and file.
Attachments: CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSIONVIRTUALHEARINGS.pdf
20. STANDING COMMITTEES
A. Executive Committee
B. Recruitment and Selection Committee
C. Special Projects Committee
21. REPORTS FROM MANAGERS
A. Recruitment Division – Crystal Slaten
B. Employment Services Division – Caprice McDonald
C. Administration Support Services – Maria Alamo
D. Executive Director – Christina Pizarro Winting
22. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Ad Hoc Subcommittees:
A. Subcommittee to Develop Civil Service Commission Policy regarding requests to
Utilize Classified Positions in the Unclassified Service
23. NEW BUSINESS
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CITY OF LONG BEACH WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2020
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION AGENDA TELECONFERENCE, 8:30 AM
ADJOURNMENT
NO HEARING
I, Marla Camerino, Executive Assistant, certify that the agenda was posted not less than 72
hours prior to the meeting.
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NOTE:
If oral language interpretation for non-English speaking persons is desired or if a special
accommodation is desired pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please make your
request by phone to the Office of the City Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 24 business hours prior
to the Charter Commission meeting.
Kung nais ang interpretasyon ng sinasalitang wika para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng
Ingles o kung nais ang isang natatanging tulong ayon sa Americans with Disabilities Act,
mangyaring isagawa ang iyong hiling sa pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng
Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 24 oras ng negosyo bago ang pagpupulong ng Charter
Commission.
Si desea interpretación oral en otro idioma para personas que no hablan inglés o si desea
una adaptación especial en conformidad con la Ley de Estadounidenses con
Discapacidades, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal al
(562) 570-6101, 24 horas hábiles antes de la reunión de la comisión de estatutos.
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If written language translation of the Commission agenda and minutes for non-English
speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the Office of the City
Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 72 business hours prior to the Commission meeting.
Kung nais ang pagsasalin ng nakasulat na wika ng agenda ng Komisyon at ang minutes
para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng Ingles, mangyaring isagawa ang iyong hiling sa
pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 72 oras ng
negosyo bago ang pagpupulong ng Commission.
Si desea obtener la traducción escrita en otro idioma de la agenda y actas de la comisión
para personas que no hablan inglés, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la Oficina de la
Secretaría Municipal al (562) 570-6101, 72 horas hábiles antes de la reunión de la
comisión.
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