Laguna Beach City Council Closed Session - January 23, 2024

January 23, 2024

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held its regular meeting on January 23, 2024, beginning with a closed session at 4:00 PM and regular session at 5:00 PM. - The Council addressed Lang Park pickleball court operations and noise mitigation measures. - A conceptual design selection for the Promenade on Forest project was on the agenda. - The meeting included a presentation on the Aliso Creek Estuary restoration project. - The Council approved warrants totaling $8,868,648.84 as part of routine administrative matters. - An Arbor Day proclamation and various contracts and agreements were considered. - Multiple agenda items received significant community input, particularly regarding pickleball courts and the Forest Avenue promenade.

Key Decisions

- Approved meeting minutes from January 9, 2024 - Approved general warrants totaling $7,174,448.62 and payroll disbursements of $1,694,200.22 for a total of $8,868,648.84 - Adopted proclamation recognizing March 7, 2024, as Arbor Day in Laguna Beach - Authorized staff to host Arbor Day celebration and apply for Tree City USA re-certification - Designated authorized signatory agents for FEMA and Cal OES disaster recovery and preparedness grants - Authorized City Manager to execute 36-month copier lease agreement with MRC Smart Technology Solutions for $67,200 annually - Approved Rivian's reques