Laguna Beach City Council - May 8, 2018

May 8, 2018

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held a regular meeting on May 8, 2018, beginning with a closed session from 5:00-6:00 p.m. followed by the public meeting at 6:00 p.m. - The Council approved a proclamation recognizing the Laguna Pateadores Girls 2005 soccer team as State Soccer Champions. - The Council approved $5,166,998.78 in general warrants and payroll disbursements for the period covering April 6-27, 2018. - The Council awarded a $32,000 contract to Pyro Spectaculars, Inc. for the 2018 Fourth of July Fireworks Show. - The Council authorized purchase of $593,583 in California Public Utilities Commission Rule 20-A credits from the City of Laguna Woods for a cost not-to-exceed $326,471. - The Council introduced an ordinance to establish a tree removal permit process for heritage, design review approved, and privately maintained trees in the public right-of-way. - The Council advanced proposed amendments to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations, addressing critical issues including parking exemptions, impaired access areas, and affordable housing incentives. - The Council discussed potential acquisition of the South Laguna Community Garden and

Key Decisions

- Approved the Proclamation recognizing the Laguna Pateadores Girls 2005 soccer team as State Soccer Champions. - Approved Minutes from City Council meetings held on April 10, April 17, May 1, 2018 (Interviews and Appointments), and the Joint City Council and Planning Commission Meeting of May 1, 2018. - Approved General Warrants and payroll disbursements totaling $5,166,998.78 (General Warrants $2,869,136.85; Payroll #21 $1,146,854.20; Payroll #22 $1,151,007.73). - Rejected Claim #17-39 filed by Gina DeFranco; Claim #18-07 filed by Attorney Peter M. Polischuk on behalf of Canela M. Cavada; an