Laguna Beach City Council Special Meeting - January 12, 2021

January 12, 2021

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held a virtual meeting on January 12, 2021, via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions - The Council approved warrants totaling nearly $8 million and extended the COVID-19 emergency declaration - Major topics included potential permanent conversion of the Promenade on Forest pedestrian plaza and extension of outdoor dining programs - The Council approved modifications to commercial parking regulations as approved by the California Coastal Commission - Trolley service and indoor recreation programs were suspended through March 2021 due to COVID-19 - Infrastructure investments included sidewalk repairs, roof replacements, and emergency equipment purchases - Contract awards were made for pavement maintenance and ambulance services - A subcommittee was formed to review Caltrans' ADA project - An appeal regarding a gate modification at 648 Canyon View Drive was continued to February 23, 2021

Key Decisions

- Approved warrants and payroll totaling $7,924,394.70 - Extended COVID-19 emergency declaration for an additional 60-day cycle - Continued suspension of trolley service and indoor recreation programs through March 2021 - Approved Promenade on Forest conversion to permanent pedestrian plaza and directed staff to solicit design proposals (Item 18) - Extended current Promenade on Forest program through January 31, 2024 via Temporary Use Permit 21-8085 and Coastal Development Permit 21-8086 - Extended Outdoor Dining and Retail Display program through December 31, 2021 - Appropriated $145,000 for