Laguna Beach Arts Commission - April 11, 2017

April 11, 2017

Executive Summary

- The City Council meeting on April 11, 2017, covered a broad range of governance items including proclamations, financial approvals, arts funding, disaster preparedness, cannabis regulation, and multiple development applications. - The Council approved a $67,500 contract with Artspace to conduct an Artist Work/Live, Work and Production Space Assessment as recommended by the Arts Commission. - The Council considered extending the Business Improvement District Area for the City of Laguna Beach Hotels and Motels to June 30, 2018, with a public hearing set for May 23, 2017. - An ordinance prohibiting cannabis dispensaries, commercial cannabis cultivation, and outdoor personal cannabis cultivation was introduced for first reading. - The Council received a presentation on the Emergency Disaster Preparedness Committee's work plan for 2017. - The Council conducted public hearings for the annual weed abatement program and intersection visibility/sidewalk nuisance abatement program. - The Council received an overview of the South Main Beach Public Restroom Replacement Project and retention of existing trees. - An appeal of the View Restoration Committee Decision regarding View Restoration O

Key Decisions

- Approved three Extraordinary Business Proclamations: DMV/Donate Life California Month, Mellor Day recognizing Suzanne & James Mellor's arts contributions, and Crystal Apple Award recognition for Jonathan Todd and Samantha Gardner. - Approved minutes of the March 28, 2017 meeting. - Approved general warrants and payroll disbursements totaling $3,446,428.18 ($2,427,775.40 in general warrants and $1,018,652.78 in payroll). - Rejected Claim #17-09 filed by Lee Matigian and Claim #17-15 filed by Ronald Brunell. - Authorized the City Manager to enter into a $67,500 agreement with Artspace to under