Laguna Beach City Council Regular Meeting - March 23, 2010

March 23, 2010

Executive Summary

- Mayor Pearson presided over the March 23rd City Council meeting with all five council members present (Councilmember Boyd, Councilmember Egley, Councilmember Rollinger, Mayor Pro Tem Eisman, and Mayor Pearson) - The Council approved a second reading of an ordinance establishing beach and park closing times between 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., passing 4-1 despite opposition from residents concerned about homeless individuals - The Council approved acquisition of five parcels in Bluebird Canyon for $480,000-$500,000 for preservation as open space, funded primarily from the open space fund - The Council approved a letter supporting Assembly Bill 1777 to restore funding to the California Arts Council - The Council voted 3-2 to approve variances for a retaining wall and fill at 19 Bay Drive in Three Arch Bay, overturning the Design Review Board's denial despite concerns about the 25-foot bluff setback encroachment - The Council approved authorization for Verizon Wireless to lease 800 square feet at Moulton Meadows Park for a 36-foot telecommunications tower, passing 3-2 despite public safety concerns about proximity to children's play areas - Former Fire Chief Mike Macy presented his rese

Key Decisions

- Adopted ordinance establishing beach and park closing times between 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. (passed 4-1) - Approved Resolution approving Coastal Development Permit 10-12 for beach closing times ordinance - Approved use of Alta Laguna Park by Laguna Board of Realtors for May 2nd fundraising event for 4th of July fireworks, with amplified sound and tables/chairs - Approved resolution of intention and first reading of ordinance amending CalPERS contract to change retirement formula from 2% at 55 to 2.5% at 55 for Municipal Employees Association members - Approved acquisition of five parcels in