(Cover Photo by Patsee Ober)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 4, 2024
The Next Regular Meeting of the Laguna Beach City Council is Tuesday, January 9.
January 23, 2024 Tentative Agenda
The "Tentative Agenda" is strictly tentative and there is no guarantee that items listed will be agendized as scheduled due to changing priorities, new information, staff workloads, and other unforeseeable events.
Celebrate Balloon-Free in Laguna Beach
The Laguna Beach City Council has been a leader in protecting the environment and the safety of the community. On January 1, 2024, Ordinance No. 1683 went into effect, prohibiting the sale distribution, and use of all balloons, with limited exception for private events held on private property.
The City of Laguna Beach is dedicated to protecting its environment and mitigating the harmful impacts from balloons coming into contact with ocean life, wildlife, and power lines. Balloon debris on City beaches, parks, streets, and trails is prolific and contributes to plastic and microplastic pollution, despite state laws and regulations that prohibit littering.
Effective January 1, 2024:
- No Person that sells or distributes balloons of any kind, whether filled or unfilled, shall be permitted to sell or distribute any balloon.
- No Person shall intentionally release any balloon, regardless of fill, into the air.
- No Person shall use any balloon on any public area, including any public street, park, beach, sidewalk, recreational area or other City-owned or controlled property.
- No Person shall use any balloon at any City-sponsored event.
Apply Now for Boards, Commissions, or Committees!
The City Council is accepting applications for the following Committees and Boards: Design Review Board, Environmental Sustainability Committee, Heritage Committee, Parking, Traffic, & Circulation Committee, Recreation Committee, and View Restoration Committee.
Interviews and appointments will be conducted on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., by the City Council. All applicants may be interviewed. Applicants may be contacted by City Council members prior to the interviews and appointments, so please be prepared to make a brief statement about your desire to serve.
Laguna Beach residents who are interested in serving on one of these Committees, Commissions, or Boards should obtain an application from the City Clerk’s office or online from the City’s website, and file by Friday, January 19, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Questions may be directed to the City Clerk’s office at (949) 497-0705. Applications will not be accepted after the deadline.
Captain Dan Conroy Retires After 16 Years of Service in Laguna Beach
On December 30, 2023, Paramedic/Captain Dan Conroy retired from the Laguna Beach Fire Department after dedicating over 16 years of service.
Dan joined the Laguna Beach Fire Department on September 4, 2007, after serving 4 years with the Orange City Fire Department. He was quickly promoted to Engineer in December 2008. Dan’s final promotion was to the rank of Captain on July 18, 2016.
Dan has been an invaluable member of the Laguna Beach Fire Department and a dedicated member of the local community. Dan’s dedication to education led him to complete his master’s degree in 2014. He has also been extremely active as an instructor in a local Fire Technology program, teaching several hundred future firefighters over the years.
Congratulations on Retirement!
Home Safety Tips from LBPD
Follow these tips for home safety to prevent crime from happening in your neighborhood:
- Installing security cameras around your home.
- Lock up your doors and windows when you leave.
- If you are leaving on a trip, have a trusted family member or neighbor check on your home while you are out of town.
- During the day and night leave a light on inside and outside of your home when you leave.
- Keep your valuables in your garage, car, and home out of sight.
If you would like more information or have any questions on home security, please contact CSO Crime Prevention Nicole Rice at nrice@lagunabeachcity.net
"Brownie" the Guinea Pig is Looking for a Forever Home ✨
Brownie is a two-year-old tri-color neutered male guinea pig who is looking for a loving home. He is friendly and would work best in a home with other guinea pig friends!
The Laguna Beach Animal Shelter adoption procedures are designed to make sure that both the potential family and the animal adopted are in the very best situation possible. The Laguna Beach Animal Shelter is located at 20612 Laguna Canyon Road. For any questions, please call (949) 497-3552.
Have an Amazing Start to 2024! 🌴
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