Laguna Beach City Council - May 21, 2019

May 21, 2019

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held a regular meeting on May 21, 2019, preceded by a budget workshop (2:00 PM - 4:30 PM) and a closed session (4:30 PM - 6:00 PM) before the public meeting at 6:00 PM. - The Council reviewed the proposed city budget, including options for the South Main Beach Restroom Rehabilitation and a "wish list" of items, with total warrants and payroll disbursements of $7,423,433.05 approved. - Two utility undergrounding assessment districts were considered: Crestview Drive (District 2014-1) proceeded to public hearing and balloting with a construction contract up to $390,942, while Woods Cove (District 2014-2) was directed to conduct a property owner survey. - The Council voted to extend the Business Improvement District for hotels and motels following a public hearing. - A zoning ordinance amendment regarding parking requirements (Municipal Code Chapter 25.52) was introduced for first reading. - Staff recommended denial of a tentative parcel map, variance, and coastal development permit for 881-883 South Coast Highway. - Two appeals were heard: one for a new single-family dwelling at 1151 Summit Place and another for a short-term lodging unit at 668 Ramona A

Key Decisions

- Approved general warrants and payroll disbursements totaling $7,423,433.05 (warrants: $3,829,055.07; payrolls: $1,239,837.78, $1,199,911.56, $1,154,628.64). - Authorized execution of quitclaim deeds to relinquish unneeded sewer easements over private properties. - Approved agreement for Top of the World Drive pavement repair work. - Awarded contract to Parachute Strategies for $54,000 for summer parking marketing and outreach services. - Accepted bid from Corona Motorsports for $14,200 for replacement marine safety rescue watercraft with $15,200 appropriation from General Fund. - Amended Pla