Laguna Beach City Council Public Hearing - October 10, 2017

October 10, 2017

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held its regular meeting on October 10, 2017, with a closed session at 4:30 PM and public meeting at 6:00 PM. - The Council processed warrants totaling nearly $2.8 million during routine administrative matters. - The Council discussed establishing procedures and penalties for private tree removal on residential properties. - The Council addressed regulations for temporary outdoor furniture like umbrellas on residential properties. - The Council considered three appeals of administrative and Design Review Board decisions related to short-term lodging units and residential additions. - The Council approved funding for an environmental lecture series. - The Council renewed medical and dental insurance plans for city employees. - The Council authorized participation in federal emergency management grants.

Key Decisions

- Affirmed proclamation recognizing AREO's 25th anniversary - Approved minutes from September 26, 2017 meeting - Approved general warrants totaling $1,654,448.40 and payroll of $1,138,560.03 (total $2,793,008.43) - Rejected claims #17-20 and #17-21 filed by Attorney Frank Barbaro on behalf of Grace Lacy and Pamela Lacy - Approved environmental lecture series and appropriated $1,200 from General Fund with up to $300 per event for speaker expenses - Authorized City Manager to execute agreements with Cigna for medical coverage (2018), Cigna for life/disability insurance (2018-2019), Delta Dental