Laguna Beach City Council Special Meeting - August 11, 2020

August 11, 2020

Executive Summary

- The Laguna Beach City Council held a virtual meeting on August 11, 2020, via Zoom during the COVID-19 pandemic - The council honored retiring Police Chief Laura Farinella and extended the local COVID-19 emergency declaration - Recreation and trolley services were suspended through the end of 2020 - A $1.68 million contract was approved for the Victoria 1 Lift Station rehabilitation project - Contracts were awarded for the city's 6th cycle Housing Element update and affordable housing programs - The Promenade on Forest outdoor dining program was extended through January 2021 to support businesses during the pandemic - Historic preservation ordinance amendments were adopted - The council approved property acquisition on Coast Highway - The council considered supporting state legislation to ban flavored tobacco sales - An appeal of residential development approval at 1000 Oriole Drive was heard

Key Decisions

- Approved proclamation honoring Police Chief Laura Farinella for her service - Extended COVID-19 local emergency declaration for additional 60 days - Suspended trolley service and in-person recreation programs through end of 2020 - Directed staff to develop RFP to evaluate contracting trolley operations - Approved 'Band on the Bus' pilot program with amplified sound - Awarded $1,680,000 construction contract to Green Building Corporation for Victoria 1 Lift Station - Awarded $109,985 contract to Civic Solutions, Inc. for 6th cycle Housing Element update - Awarded $69,820 contract to The Natel