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MINUTES
LAGUNA BEACH CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
March 25, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Laguna Beach was called to order on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in the City Hall, 505 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, California, Mayor Rounaghi presiding.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: Jones, Kempf, Whalen, Orgill, Rounaghi PARTICIPATING REMOTELY: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Councilmember Hallie Jones led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
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City Attorney Megan Garibaldi reported that all Councilmembers were present and participated in the discussions, and there was no public comment prior to the City Council convening into the Closed Session. Garibaldi reported that the City Council did not discuss item 1(2) due to lack of time, and there was no reportable action on the other Closed Session agenda items.
PRESENTATIONS
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1. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING APRIL 15, 2025, AS WORLD ARTS DAY Approved the Proclamation recognizing April 15, 2025, as World Arts Day.
2. RECOGNITION OF SENIOR PUBLIC WORKS ANALYST & SOLID WASTE COORDINATOR, ELIZABETH VAZQUEZ-AVILA’S RETIREMENT
3. PRESENTATION OF THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT AND FINANCIAL
OPERATIONS ORGANIZATIONAL ASSESSMENT PREPARED BY RAFTELIS This item was heard after the Consent Calendar.
The City Council received a presentation from Finance Department staff and Raftelis providing an overview of the Finance Department and Financial Operations Organizational Assessment, and provided direction on: (1) the 20 recommendations noted, confirming agreement for two distinct divisions and a 10-year financial forecast; (2) improving communication with and clarifying duties of the elected City Treasurer; and (3) confirming agreement in revising the functions and service of the Citizens Audit Review and Investment Advisory Committee.
City staff will return to the City Council with all items that require City Council action.
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ADDITIONS and DELETIONS – None.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
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Regina Hartley and Jacob Cherub commented on the latest affordable housing project proposal submitted by the Neighborhood Congregational Church; Lisa Sadowski. Montessori School of Laguna Beach Admissions Director, and Deepa Somasundaram, owner, commented specifically on their concerns regarding the school’s future.
Susan Cross, Neighborhood Congregational Church Board Chair, addressed statements made regarding the project.
Glenn Gray, Pacific Marine Mammal Center (PMMC) CEO, advised that the PMMC has responded to numerous marine mammal strandings, all showing signs of domoic acid toxicosis (DAT), and warned the public to keep at a safe distance from any sick or injured marine animals.
Larry Nokes and Pat Gallis commented on the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance being upheld in court on Friday.
Steve McIntosh, Sensible Laguna, provided an update on the Laguna Beach Unified School District pool project.
Susan Cavka expressed concerns about the number of closed businesses in Laguna Beach.
Pat Gallis announced that the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 5868 will join with Dana Point’s. He also noted that the annual Laguna Beach BEST IN THE WEST Volleyball Tournament will be held April 4, 5, and 6 at Main Beach.
Jacob Cherub commented on property rights of the community at large, and requested that the City Council enable virtual participation once again.
MATTERS FROM THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND CITY MANAGER ****************************************************************************** City Attorney Megan Garibaldi confirmed that the City prevailed in the CEQA case on its Historic Preservation Ordinance, advising that the decision came out last Tuesday, and confirmed that there is a right-to-appeal period after the judgment is entered.
Councilmember Hallie Jones summarized the various communications she had with members of the public. She also reported on the Environmental Sustainability Committee meeting, the Laguna Canyon Foundation Board meeting, the Natural Communities Coalition Board meeting, and her participation on the Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center’s panel discussion for Women’s History Month. Councilmember Hallie Jones also noted the Laguna Achievement Festival (LAF) fundraiser for KX FM.
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Councilmember Sue Kempf reported on the town hall meeting on Alert & Warning and Evacuations held by the City’s new Emergency Operations Coordinator, Sarah Limones, and advised that the presentation was recorded and is available to view online.
Councilmember Bob Whalen and Mayor Pro Tem Mark Orgill encouraged the public to attend one of the upcoming Community Land Trust Community Engagement Workshops.
Councilmember Bob Whalen also noted Saturday’s upcoming Affordable Housing Trolley Tour to view existing affordable housing in Laguna Beach, and Laguna Art Museum’s temporary art project fundraiser where donors can "purchase" the opportunity to write their names on the façade to be on display for a few weeks before the façade is restored.
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Orgill reported on the OC Vector Control District meeting, the Visit Laguna Beach Board meeting, the Festival of Arts Board of Directors meeting, Laguna Beach Arts Alliance board meeting, and various communications he had with members of the public. He also commented on the World Water Day event held at the Rivian South Coast Theater.
Mayor Alex Rounaghi commented that he attended the hearing on the CEQA case, and he reported on the Laguna Beach High School FLOW activities and the School Power gala.
All of the Councilmembers commented on the State of the City, thanking all involved in ensuring its success.
City Manager Dave Kiff shared that Mark Christy announced at the State of the City the soon-toopen Surf Heritage Museum, and Kiff advised that four vacant properties currently have active applicants from exciting vendors. Regarding Fire Station #4, Kiff advised that there will be a community meeting on April 3 at 5:30 p.m. on site at the dental building, and the project is scheduled to go back to the Planning Commission at its second meeting in May. Kiff also announced the upcoming departures of Director of Transit and Community Services Michael Litschi and Finance Director Erica Castillo.
CONSENT CALENDAR
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Moved by Councilmember Sue Kempf, seconded by Councilmember Bob Whalen, and carried unanimously 5/0 to approve items 1, 2, 4-7, 10-14, 16, and 18-19.
4. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
Approved the Regular Meeting of the City Council of March 11, 2025, and the special Joint Meeting of the City Council, Planning Commission, and Design Review Board of March 12, 2025.
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5. APPROVAL OF GENERAL WARRANTS AND PAYROLL DISTRIBUTIONS Warrant #19: $3,630,942.66 02/28/2025
Warrant #20: $ 465,713.78 03/04/2025
$4,096,646.44
Payroll #18: $1,756,721.76 03/07/2025
Total: $5,853,378.20
Approved the general warrants and payroll disbursements.
6. MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT (JANUARY 2025)
Received and filed the January 2025 monthly investment report, with submissions from the City Treasurer, Laura Parisi, and the City’s longer-term investment manager, Meeder Investments.
7. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY
(1) Rejected Claim #25-01 filed by Danielle Armenta;
(2) Rejected Claim #24-61 filed by Kara Bullene and Peter Vetter; and (3) Rejected Claim #24-46 filed by Iris and Steven Pastor.
8. SECOND AMENDMENT TO INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT FOR
SMART PARKING GUIDANCE SYSTEM
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Councilmember Sue Kempf to gather additional information concerning the future direction of parking in Laguna Beach.
Discussion: Staff responded to Councilmember Kempf explaining the proactive steps Laguna Beach had taken by implementing technology for its parking, and explained the importance of continuing to assess the validity of the technology.
Moved by Councilmember Sue Kempf, seconded by Mayor Alex Rounaghi, and carried unanimously 5/0 to:
(1) Authorize the City Manager to execute the second amendment to Agreement #19-39 with Frogparking, Inc., extending the expiration date to April 2, 2026, for an additional amount not-to-exceed $95,814.47;
(2) Authorize staff to release a Request for Proposals for a new Smart Parking Guidance System; and
(3) Find this action is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
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9. ACCEPTANCE OF FEMA GRANT FOR HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM (HMGP) FUNDS FOR THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH FUEL MODIFICATION ZONES 16 AND 19
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Councilmember Bob Whalen who asked staff to give a brief overview and to present the timeline.
Discussion: Staff responded to Councilmember Whalen briefly outlining the agenda report and they answered Councilmembers’ questions regarding the acceptance of FEMA grant for the Hazard Mitigation grant program for fuel modification zones 16 and 19 in Laguna Beach.
Moved by Councilmember Bob Whalen, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mark Orgill, and carried unanimously 5/0 to accept the FEMA/Cal OES grant funding of $334,102.50 for hazard mitigation in Fuel Modification Zones 16 and 19.
10. ACCEPTANCE OF HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE SMALL PROJECTS GRANT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF RESOURCES, RECYCLING, AND
RECOVERY
(1) Authorized the City Manager to accept a $50,000 grant from the California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery; and
(2) Approved an appropriation of $50,000 with a matching increase in estimated grant revenues to assist with a targeted household hazardous waste education campaign that includes multi-media materials to promote source reduction, proper use, and disposal of household hazardous waste.
11. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO THE ORANGE COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUNDS (1) Adopted Resolution #25.012 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF
ALL APPLICATIONS WITH THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY FOR LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUNDS,” authorizing the City Manager to file an application and claim with the Orange County Transportation Authority for $1,495,894.78 from the Local Transportation Fund, and to file amendments as necessary due to budget adjustments or any changes in the City’s apportionment of Local Transportation Funds; and
(2) Found said action not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
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12. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT NETWORK
CABLING IMPROVEMENTS
(1) Awarded and authorized the City Manager to execute contract #25-10 with Intelinet, Inc., in the amount of $287,500, for the construction of the Police Department Network Cabling Improvements;
(2) Authorized the City Manager to approve project-related expenses and contract change orders for unforeseen circumstances in an amount not to exceed $57,500; and (3) Approved the transfer of an appropriation of $45,000 from the Furniture, Fixture, Equipment Replacement account to the Police Department Network Cabling Improvements project, bringing the total project budget to $345,000.
13. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR COUNTYWIDE MASS
NOTIFICATION SYSTEM
Authorized the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Laguna Beach and the County of Orange for use of the Countywide Mass Notification System for the term of December 30, 2024, through December 30, 2029.
14. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING CODE AND LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM BY REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 25.17 OF THE
LAGUNA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS TO COMPLY WITH RECENT
CHANGES IN STATE LAW, AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE STATUTORILY
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT UNDER SECTION 21080.17 OF THE PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE, AND SECTION 15265(C)
OF THE STATE CEQA GUIDELINES
Adopted by title only Ordinance #1715 titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ITS
ZONING CODE AND LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM BY REPEALING AND
REPLACING CHAPTER 25.17 OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS, AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIORNMENTAL QUALITY ACT UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21080.17 AND SECTION 15265(C) OF THE STATE CEQA GUIDELINES.”
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15. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE ADDING PROPOSED CHAPTER 10.16 TO THE
LAGUNA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, REGULATING E-BIKES AND OTHER
ELECTRIC TRANSPORTATION DEVICES IN THE CITY
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Councilmember Hallie Jones so staff could further explain the regulation of e-bikes and other electric transportation devices in Laguna Beach.
Discussion: Staff briefly outlined the agenda report, and they responded to the Councilmembers’ questions regarding the proposed local regulations of e-bikes.
Moved by Councilmember Bob Whalen, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mark Orgill, and carried unanimously 5/0 to:
(1) Introduce and waive first reading for an Ordinance titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 10.16 (ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND OTHER ELECTRIC
TRANSPORTATION CONVEYANCES) TO TITLE 10 (TRAFFIC) OF THE
LAGUNA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS ON THE
OPERATION OF ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND OTHER ELECTRIC
TRANSPORTATION CONVEYANCES IN THE CITY, AND FINDING THE
ACTION IS NOT A PROJECT REQUIRING FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT;
(2) Direct staff to return with the Ordinance for a second reading at the April 8, 2025, Regular City Council meeting;
(3) Find that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA,” Public Resources Code section 21000 et seq.) because it does not qualify as a "project" under CEQA, or in the alternative, finding the Ordinance exempt from CEQA under State CEQA Guidelines 15061(b)(3); and
(4) Direct staff to report back to the City Council six months after the effective date of the Ordinance.
16. LAGUNA CANYON ROAD COUNCIL AD HOC COMMITTEE AND VISIT FROM THE
MEMBERS OF THE CALIFORNIA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
(1) For the month of April 2025, designated Mayor Rounaghi as a temporary substitute for Council Member Whalen on the Council Ad Hoc Committee relating to Laguna Canyon Road;
(2) Clarified the discussion points that Ad Hoc Committee members can make during an upcoming meeting with members of the California Transportation Commission; and (3) The Ad Hoc Committee members report back at a future Council meeting regarding the meeting with the CTC and results of the tour.
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17. CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GRASSROOTSLAB FOR PUBLIC
INFORMATION AND EDUCATION SERVICES
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Mayor Pro Tem Mark Orgill to ask for an overview of the item.
Councilmember Bob Whalen introduced the item.
Discussion: Staff responded to Councilmembers’ questions regarding the outreach and education plan pertaining to potential ballot measures.
Public Testimony: Jacob Cherub voiced concerns about increasing taxes to support certain projects, and stated that it was important to keep residents involved.
Moved by Councilmember Bob Whalen, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Mark Orgill, and carried unanimously 5/0 to:
(1) Approve the renewal of Consultant Services Agreement #25-11 with GrassrootsLab to continue providing public information and education services; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, subject to the City Attorney’s approval.
18. AMENDED AND RESTATED PROVIDER AGREEMENT FOR POLICE
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Authorized the City Manager to execute the Amended and Restated Service Agreement with SDI Presence, LLC., for Information Technology services for the Police, Fire, and Marine Safety Departments.
19. CITIZENS' AUDIT REVIEW AND INVESTMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT ON THE RESULTS OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 AUDIT
Received and filed the Citizens’ Audit Review and Investment Advisory Committee Annual Report on the results of the audit for Fiscal Year 2022-23.
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20. CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14.76 (REPORT OF REAL
PROPERTY RECORDS), RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CONTENT OF REAL PROPERTY DISCLOSURE, AND FORM OF REAL PROPERTY DISCLOSURE; AND
FINDING ACTIONS EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3)
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Mayor Alex Rounaghi and Councilmember Hallie Jones for discussion.
Mayor Alex Rounaghi introduced the item.
Public Testimony: Jesse Brossa and Mike Johnson thanked staff and the Councilmembers for the proposed resolution.
Moved by Mayor Alex Rounaghi, seconded by Councilmember Hallie Jones, and carried unanimously 5/0 to:
(1) Waive full reading and introduce by title only the Ordinance titled, “AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 14.76 (REPORT OF REAL PROPERTY RECORDS) TO
REQUIRE A LOCAL DISCLOSURE RATHER THAN A REAL PROPERTY
REPORT AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3)”;
(2) Adopt Resolution #25.013 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, IDENTIFYING THE REQUIRED
CONTENT FOR THE REAL PROPERTY DISCLOSURE REQUIRED BY LAGUNA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 14.76 (REAL PROPERTY DISCLOSURE);
AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3)”;
(3) Approve the form of Real Property Disclosure; and
(4) Find the actions exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3).
REGULAR BUSINESS
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21. REVIEW OF LOCAL POLICIES AND PROGRAMS RELATED TO THE PROVISION
OF HOMELESS SERVICES
City Manager Dave Kiff introduced the item, and reiterated that he is not recommending that the City Council choose Option 2, Close the SHelter.
Presentation and Discussion: Staff gave a presentation and responded to Councilmembers’ questions regarding local policies and programs related to the provision of homeless services.
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Public Testimony: Dawn Price, Executive Director of the Friendship Shelter, provided background on the Alternative Sleeping Location (ASL), Laguna Beach’s homeless shelter located in Laguna Canyon. Mayor Alex Rounaghi asked questions regarding the increase in police calls for service. Andrew Gonzalez, Friendship Shelter, responded to the Mayor’s question. A discussion ensued.
Mia Ferreira, Andrew Gonzalez, and Rick Scott, of the Friendship Shelter, John Dombrink, Cindy Campbell, Mary Carter, Tom Randall, Miranda Mears, Madeline Shirley, Ginger Osborne, Ketta Brown, a member of the public, Ross Chun, Nessa, Samantha, Barbara McMurray, and Marshall Ininns commented on the benefits of the ASL and its Day Program, and the importance of it to the community.
Peter Blake commented on homelessness in Laguna Beach, and he said he was not supportive of the ASL’s continuance.
Heidi Miller and Bari Hembree stressed the importance of managing the homelessness issue together as a community.
Moved by Councilmember Sue Kempf, seconded by Councilmember Hallie Jones, and carried unanimously 5/0 to:
(1) Direct staff to continue operating the Alternative Sleeping Location (ASL) beyond June 30, 2025, with no immediate changes to the current model:
(2) Direct staff to, within the next 60 days, update the City’s homeless needs assessment, research appropriate criteria for placement in the ASL, issue a Request for Information (RFI) for operation of the ASL, and return to the City Council with recommendations within the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget timeline
(3) Appoint Mayor Alex Rounaghi and Councilmember Sue Kempf to an ad hoc committee to work with staff; and
(4) Authorize staff to extend the Friendship Shelter’s contract for operation of the ASL for up to six months.
22. PROMENADE ON FOREST / DISCUSSION OF ordinance ADDING CHAPTER 11.70 (SLOW STREETS PROGRAM) TO TITLE 11 (STREETS AND SIDEWALKS) OF THE
LAGUNA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE SLOW STREETS
PROGRAM
Presentation and Discussion: Staff gave a presentation and responded to Councilmembers’ questions regarding the proposed ordinance to designate a portion of Forest Avenue as a “slow street.”
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Mark Orgill, seconded by Councilmember Sue Kempf, and carried unanimously 5/0 to:
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(1) Waive full reading and introduce by title only an Ordinance titled, “AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 11.70 (SLOW STREETS PROGRAM) TO TITLE 11 (STREETS
AND SIDEWALKS) OF THE LAGUNA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO
ESTABLISH THE SLOW STREETS PROGRAM AND FINDING THE ACTION IS
STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION
21080.25”; as revised by staff with a revised definition of “slow street;” (2) Direct staff to return with the Ordinance for a second reading and adoption at the April 8, 2025, City Council meeting;
(3) Direct staff to draft a Resolution memorializing the designation of the lower portion of Forest Avenue as a “Slow Street” and closing the lower portion of Forest to vehicular traffic, and bring the draft resolution to the April 8, 2025, City Council meeting; (4) Direct staff to apply for a Coastal Development Permit for any closure of the lower portion of Forest to vehicular traffic as a pre-requisite to the City Council adopting a resolution closing the lower portion of Forest to vehicular traffic; and (5) Find actions exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.25.
23. APPOINTMENT OF CITY ATTORNEY AND APPROVAL OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR CITY ATTORNEY; AND FINDING SAID ACTION EXEMPT
FROM CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Item #23 was heard after Item #24.
City Attorney Megan Garibaldi recused herself and left the room for this item.
Presentation and Discussion: Staff gave a presentation and responded to Councilmembers’ questions regarding the appointment of the City Attorney and the employment agreement.
Moved by Mayor Alex Rounaghi, seconded by Councilmember Sue Kempf, and carried unanimously 5/0 to:
(1) Adopt Resolution #25.014 titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING MEGAN GARIBALDI
AS CITY ATTORNEY AND APPROVING THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH AND MEGAN GARIBALDI, AND
FINDING SUCH ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT,” and authorizing the Mayor to sign such agreement;
(2) Adopt Resolution #25.015 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, RELATING TO CONDITIONS OF
EMPLOYMENT, POLICIES, AND BENEFITS FOR UNREPRESENTED
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT AND MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES”; and
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(3) Approve an updated salary schedule by adopting Resolution #25.016 titled “A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, SETTING PAY RANGES FOR CITY EMPLOYEES.”
24. MODIFY THE PARKING RESTRICTIONS TO ESTABLISH THREE ON-STREET PUBLIC PARKING SPACES ALONG THE 1200 BLOCK OF BLUEBIRD CANYON DRIVE
Item #24 was heard before Item #23.
Presentation and Discussion: Staff gave a presentation and responded to Councilmembers’ questions regarding modifying the parking restrictions to establish three on-street public parking spaces along the 1200-block of Bluebird Canyon Drive.
Public Testimony: Adam Dunn, homeowner, and Austin Peters, architect for the project, explained their reasons for the modification to the parking spaces.
Moved by Councilmember Hallie Jones, seconded by Councilmember Sue Kempf, and carried unanimously 5/0 to adopt Resolution #25.017 titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING
THE PARKING RESTRICTIONS TO ACCOMMODATE THREE NEW ON-STREET PUBLIC PARKING SPACES ALONG THE 1200 BLOCK OF BLUEBIRD CANYON
DRIVE AND FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15303”, establishing one parallel on-street public parking space adjacent to 1260 Bluebird Canyon Drive (APN: 644-353-13) and two parallel on-street public parking spaces adjacent 1200 Bluebird Canyon Drive (APN: 644-353-14), with pavement markings that delineate the parking spaces, and finding the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15303.
COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM(S) - None
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ADJOURNMENT
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There being no further business, Mayor Rounaghi at 10:08 p.m., Tuesday, March 25, 2025, adjourned to the City Council Study Session at 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., immediately followed by the Closed Session at 4:00 p.m. and the Regular City Council Meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at City Hall, 505 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach California. ****************