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Contracted Towing Services (Proposition L Ordinance)
Long Beach
Summary
The council moved forward on keeping towing contracted out — private firms cost about $294,000 a year versus $1.86 million if city employees did it, saving $1.56 million annually. Contracts were bumped up $150,000 to handle peak demand.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
$1.56 million annual savings versus city staffing; contracts rise $150,000 to $350,000.
✅Who benefits
Taxpayers save money; city crews focus on core tows.
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