Laguna Beach City Council Closed Session - October 24, 2023

October 24, 2023

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held a regular meeting on October 24, 2023, with updates from State Senator Janet Nguyen and employee recognition - The agenda included fire pit regulations at Aliso Beach with new safety infrastructure installations - Council discussed tree removal requests affecting municipal properties - A major item addressed relocating pickleball courts at Lang Park, continuing direction from November 2022 - Council considered proposing state legislation to modify ADU height restrictions for cities meeting affordable housing requirements - A resolution condemning terrorism against Israel was presented for consideration - Consent calendar items included warrant approvals totaling over $4.1 million, city claims, and labor agreements - Public input was received on recreational needs, housing policy, and public safety matters - The meeting adjourned to closed session with the next regular meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023

Key Decisions

- First reading approved for an ordinance amending fire use regulations in Title 18 and Title 15 of the Municipal Code - Direction given to proceed with Coastal Development Permit process for wood-burning fire pits at Aliso Beach - Approved $35,000 from South Laguna Fund for light pole replacement and observation camera installation at Aliso Beach - Approved removal of lemon-scented gum tree at 387 El Camino Del Mar - Ratified side letter agreements with four labor associations for holiday closure program - Authorized amendment to Parkwood Landscape Maintenance contract adding $15,000 for Alis