THURSDAY, October 19, 2023
The Next Regular Meeting of the City Council is Tuesday, October 24 at 5:00 P.M.
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.
November 7 Tentative Agenda
Mayor Bob Whalen Talks LCR Median Landscaping Project and City Website Enhancements
In today's Podcast, Mayor Bob Whalen further explains the Laguna Canyon Road Median Landscaping project and how the City will add more trees by January 2024.
He also talks about the City's website enhancements and how it is now easier to submit public comments prior to a City Council Meeting.
LBUSD Celebrates Grand Opening of Newly-Renovated Family Resource Center
On Wednesday, the Laguna Beach Unified School District (LBUSD), in collaboration with SchoolPower, held the grand opening of the new Laguna Beach Family Resource Center.
The newly remodeled Family Resource Center serves as a resource hub dedicated to building LBUSD family engagement by providing community activities, confidential counseling, and support services for student success.
LBPD Holds Informal Swearing-In Ceremony for New Officers 🚔
Earlier today, the Laguna Beach Police Department held an informal swearing-in ceremony for Police Officer, Adam Meyer and Animal Services Officer, Lauren Elliot.
Welcome to the LBPD Team!
"Spud" the Pug: A Brindle Companion Looking for His Forever Home
If you're looking for a companion who brings joy and laughter into your life, Spud is the perfect fit! 🐶
Meet Spud, an 8-year-old neutered male brindle pug in need of a loving home. Spud is incredibly friendly, playful, and full of energy.
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.
Participate in the City's 4th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest
The City's fourth annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is open to all who live, work, attend school, or exhibit in Laguna Beach. Pre-registration required by Thursday, October 26 at 5:00 p.m. All pumpkins must be carved at home and dropped off at the Community and Susi Q Center on Monday, October 30.
Contest-winning pumpkins will be displayed at the Promenade from October 30 - November 1, 2024. Awards will be given for: the most original, scariest, best overall, and Mayor’s Award. Pumpkins may be carved, painted, airbrushed or sculpted, should not exceed 15” high by 15” wide.
For more information, contact Garrett Rauch, Recreation Coordinator, at grauch@lagunabeachcity.net or (949) 464-6640.
12th Annual Parents Club/LBPD Halloween Walk is on October 25th at Main Beach 🎃
Mark your calendars for the 12th Annual Parents Club/Police Department Halloween Walk on Wednesday, October 25th at 4:00 p.m. at the Main Beach Cobblestones! The Halloween Walk will begin at the Main Beach Cobblestones and conclude at the Laguna Beach Presbyterian Church.
See You There!
Save the Date: Climate Action & Adaptation Plan Community Open House is November 14
The City of Laguna Beach is updating the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), the community’s strategy to address climate change. The CAAP will direct how the City will continue to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve community-wide resilience to climate change-related disasters. Community engagement is a critical component of CAAP development.
- When: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
- Where: Community & Susi Q Center
- Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCA's Hosting Champagne Brunch & Annual Meeting is This Sunday 🥂
LOCA is hosting its annual meeting and a champagne brunch on Sunday, October 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m at the Healy House at the Sawdust Festival Grounds (935 Laguna Canyon Road).
To round out the fun, LOCA will offer a live auction for a unique LOCA art experience, a silent auction for gifts and dining experiences everyone will want, and a festive "wishing tree" activity, whereby supporters may donate any amount, and hang a decorative tag on the tree to mark the donation.
Have a Delight-fall Weekend! 🍃🍁
Printed copies of the newsletter are available Fridays at the Community & Susi Q Center. Alternative Language Options Available Upon Request.