Laguna Beach Community Update

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THURSDAY, JUNE 3, 2021

This week, Interviews & Appointments to Committees, Commissions and Boards were conducted by the Laguna Beach City Council.

The next regular meeting of the Laguna Beach City Council is Tuesday, June 15.

Today's Podcast Update With Laguna Beach Mayor Bob Whalen

Mayor Whalen talks about this week’s appointments to various committees and commissions in town, as well as the possibility of either adding a sub-committee, or splitting the Housing and Human Services Committee into two separate committees, and what that process would look like.

Click HERE to Listen to Today's Podcast With Laguna Beach Mayor Bob Whalen!

Increased Litter and Trash Pick Up Starts as Part of City's New Neighborhood & Environmental Protection Plan!

The Laguna Beach Public Works Department has increased trash pick up services in the Downtown area and along Coast Highway to three times daily as part of the City's new resident-serving Neighborhood & Environmental Protection Plan.

In addition, the City has started its use of contracted "Litter Picking Crews" who will be picking up litter and trash left behind in South Laguna, North Laguna and TOW and along Coast Highway during the evening hours of each weekend.

These enhancements are part of the City's new resident-serving "Neighborhood & Environmental Protection Plan," to mitigate visitor impacts to neighborhoods, enhance City services for residents, and add environmental protection programs.

Click HERE to Find Out More About the Resident-Serving Neighborhood & Environmental Protection Plan Service Enhancements!

New Restaurants Coming to Downtown Laguna Beach!

At least three new restaurants will soon be opening in Downtown Laguna Beach!

Cantinera

Cantinera will soon be opening at 222 Ocean Avenue, the former location of the Ocean at Main restaurant. The meaning of "Cantinera" comes from the word for female soldiers that made meals for Chilean troops in the war against Peru and Bolivia (1879-1884). The restaurant will offer Latin American cuisine.

Rum Social Kitchen & Cocktails

Rum Social Kitchen & Cocktails is set to open at 448 S. Coast Highway in the former Watermarc restaurant location at Peppertree Lane.

Rebel Omakase

Rebel Omakase, a new 10-seat Japanese sushi restaurant, is set to open in the former Central Peruvian location at 361 Forest Avenue. The restaurant will offer an Omakase-style sushi bar that will be "traditional, organic and creative."

Welcome to All Our New Laguna Beach Businesses!

County's Vaccine POD Sites Anticipate More Vaccinations This Week

The County of Orange anticipates an increased demand for first dose COVID-19 vaccinations after Governor Newsom’s announcement that the State of California has launched “Vax for the Win,” a COVID-19 Vaccine Incentive Program.

To meet the anticipated increase in demand for first dose COVID-19 vaccinations, the County Super PODs will offer the first dose of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines through the Anaheim Convention Center, OC Fair & Event Center, Santa Ana College, and Soka University until Saturday, June 5, 2021.

All County Super PODs are scheduled to close operations on Sunday, June 6th. Individuals who receive a first dose at a County Super POD this week will be connected on-site with information about how to schedule their second dose.

Click HERE to Make a Vaccine Appointment or Call (714) 834-2000! Walk-ins Also Welcome!

To learn more about the “Vax for the Win” incentive program, please visit https://covid19.ca.gov/vax-for-the-win/.

With a few simple adjustments, you can improve your home's chance of surviving a wildfire. Top of the list: create a buffer around your house to slow or stop a wildfire. Click HERE for More Information on How You Can Become Fire Safe This Season!

Summer Festival Parking Passes on Sale June 8!

Summer Festival Parking Passes go on sale Tuesday, June 8 at 7:30 a.m. outside the Community and Susi Q Center at 380 3rd Street.

Please bring the filled out application with you. Passes are limited to 3 when purchasing. Please note that the quantity is limited and they will sell out!

Click HERE for the Summer Festival Parking Pass Application!

Moulton Meadows Field will be closed through Monday, June 21, 2021, for maintenance and turf renovations. For more information, please contact Sr. Recreation Supervisor, Alexis Braun at (949) 497-0762.

Upcoming Speed Hump Installation on Short Street

City crews will be temporarily closing Short Street to through traffic on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the installation of rubberized speed humps.

Parking will be restricted and a detour will be provided.

Please contact Josh McDonald at 949-497-0728 or at jmcdonald@lagunabeachcity.net for any questions or concerns.

The City’s solid waste hauler, Waste Management, will offer a composting workshop on Saturday, June 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Bluebird Park, located at 798 Bluebird Canyon Drive. For more information please visit www.lagunabeachcity.net.

Upcoming Music at the Stage on Forest

Friday, June 4: 6 – 8 p.m. Felisha Dunne
Saturday, June 5: 6 – 8 p.m. Kai Kalama
Sunday, June 6: 5 – 7 p.m. Andrew Corradini

Have you seen the lawn sharks outside City Hall? These sculptures by artist Casey Parlette represent a small handful of the different sharks seen off our coastline: hammerhead, blue, thresher, and leopard. The artist wants to call attention to the important role sharks play in a healthy and biodiverse ecosystem, and that many species are in decline. Check it out: the installation will be in place for several months!

Have a Question? Click HERE to Contact the City of Laguna Beach!

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