Laguna Beach City Council - February 29, 2024

February 29, 2024

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held its regular meeting on February 29, 2024, with closed session at 4:00 PM and regular session at 5:00 PM - The meeting focused primarily on appointments to multiple city committees and boards to fill volunteer positions across the city's advisory structure - The council interviewed and appointed residents to six committees: View Restoration, Heritage, Design Review Board, Parking/Traffic/Circulation, Environmental Sustainability, and Recreation - Two committees were reduced in size during the appointments process - The council approved a $760,000 contract with Griffin Structures, Inc. to develop a comprehensive Facilities Master Plan - Authorization was granted to apply for state park grant funds - Tree removal at 387 El Camino Del Mar was approved based on a risk assessment - First reading of a new ordinance on tenancy termination notice requirements was conducted to supplement state tenant protection laws - The council recognized Heartfelt's community contributions and declared February 2024 as American Heart Month

Key Decisions

- Adopted proclamation recognizing Heartfelt and declaring February 2024 as American Heart Month - Adopted resolutions authorizing applications for State of California Department of Parks and Recreation Local Assistance Specified Grant Funds - Appointed two residents to View Restoration Committee for two-year terms (April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2026) - Appointed two residents to Heritage Committee for two-year terms (April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2026) - Appointed two residents to Design Review Board for two-year terms (April 1, 2024 - March 31, 2026) - Appointed four residents to Parking, Traffic, &