Laguna Beach City Council Special Meeting - March 28, 2017

March 28, 2017

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held its regular meeting on March 28, 2017, addressing financial approvals, infrastructure improvements, community programs, and development and environmental policy decisions. - The consent calendar included over $8.6 million in warrants and payroll, along with multiple vehicle and equipment purchases for public safety departments. - The Council discussed pedestrian access improvements in the Temple Hills neighborhood. - The Council addressed parking and enforcement strategies for South Laguna during the spring and summer season. - The Council conducted the second reading of a utility undergrounding ordinance. - The Council considered a water quality improvement plan. - The Council reviewed a restaurant proposal with parking reductions. - The Council discussed strategies to streamline future meetings. - The Council considered amendments to the City Manager's employment agreement including compensation adjustments.

Key Decisions

- Approved proclamations recognizing Breakers High School Girls Water Polo Team and Laguna Beach/Greenbelt as Historic American Landscape - Approved general warrants and payroll totaling $8,644,600.18 - Approved $52,300 purchase of network switches from Dell Inc. with budget transfer of $25,300 - Authorized filing application for $1,096,021 in Local Transportation Funds with OCTA - Approved purchase of replacement police motorcycle for $28,348 plus up to $6,500 for equipment - Approved purchase of two Toyota 4Runners for Marine Safety ($78,000), vehicle conversion kits ($59,000), and up to $9,