Sara Hall

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Commission OKs revised signage plan 020725

Feb 7, 2025 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Commission OKs revised signage plan for Downtown office building facadeBy SARA HALLThe Planning Commission this week approved a sign permit for a Downtown office building facade project, but not without some modifications, including removing the illumination of a square logo wall sign. Commissioners voted 5-0 on Wednesday (Feb.
Promenade on Forest conceptual plan moves forward 020725

Feb 7, 2025 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Promenade on Forest conceptual plan moves forward, fine-tuning details in next stepsBy SARA HALLConceptual plans for the Promenade on Forest moved forward this week during a joint special study session between City Council and the Planning Commission. After more than three hours of discussion, officials shared feedback, provided direction and explained the next steps for the project at the meeting on Tuesday (Feb. 4).
Committee recommends wastewater 112624

Nov 26, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Committee recommends wastewater and sewer system improvementsBy SARA HALLThe Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC) last week unanimously approved several recommendations regarding wastewater and sewer system for the city to consider. Committee members voted 5-0 on November 18 to recommend City Council review the short-term and long-term recommendations provided by ESC and incorporate them into the 2025 fiscal budgeting process.
Council to consider agreement with Visit LB 111224

Nov 12, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Council to consider agreement with Visit LB, special Downtown improvement fund, committee for government efficiency, Bluebird Canyon traffic calming measures, review of formula-based caféBy SARA HALLTonight’s Laguna Beach City Council agenda has a number of notable items up for discussion. At tonight’s meeting (Tuesday, Nov.
Mayor pro tem comments on priorities 111224

Nov 12, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Skip to content Mayor pro tem comments on priorities: public safety, infrastructure, community development By SARA HALL Laguna Beach Mayor Pro Tem Alex Rounaghi highlighted his priorities for the city during a discussion last week, focusing on public safety, infrastructure and community development. The LB Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee held a meeting via Zoom on Thursday (Nov. 7) with nearly 30 people attending online. Click on photo for a larger image File photo courtesy...
Council to hear Aliso Creek estuary restoration concept 101824

Oct 18, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Council to hear Aliso Creek estuary restoration concept review, sale agreement for former Ti Amo propertyBy SARA HALLLaguna Beach City Council has several notable items on next week’s agenda. At Tuesday’s (Oct.
Incumbent council candidate highlights 101824

Oct 18, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Incumbent council candidate highlights Laguna Canyon Road, public safety, water infrastructureBy SARA HALLAn incumbent running for re-election on the Laguna Beach City Council shared his priorities and plans at a community meeting last week. The Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee held a meeting via Zoom on Thursday (Oct. 10) with 2024 council candidate Bob Whalen as the featured speaker.
Council agenda includes next steps for Ti Amo property 042324

Apr 23, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Council agenda includes next steps for Ti Amo property, update on Promenade work plan, July 4 fireworks or drone options, summer parking management planBy SARA HALLThe Laguna Beach City Council has several notable items on the agenda tonight.
Council appoints 12 residents to city committees 030524

Mar 5, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Council appoints 12 residents to city committees, boardBy SARA HALLCity Council last week made a dozen appointments to city committees and one board. Councilmembers conducted more than 20 interviews (some applicants submitted statements or were not in attendance) on Thursday (Feb. 29) for open seats on the advisory groups. All of the new members will serve beginning April 1. Each person will serve two years, except for those appointed to the View Restoration Committee (who will serve for one year).
Council pauses decision on permanent Promenade concept 012624

Jan 26, 2024 | stunewslaguna.com | Sara Hall

Council pauses decision on permanent Promenade concept, forms ad hoc to study constraints, agrees to hold design competitionBy SARA HALLWhen presented with only two concept options for the permanent Promenade on Forest, City Council this week unanimously decided to hit the pause button. Instead of picking one of the designs presented, Councilmembers voted 5-0 on Tuesday (Jan.