Short-term Rentals Disrespect the Neighborhood
Editor,
This letter was also addressed to the City Council.
Please respect the city's general plan and residential zoning restrictions to limit short term lodging to...
Surely a Creative Solution Exists
Editor,
I am a homeowner and full-time resident of Laguna Beach, and am commenting on short-term rentals in our town. I would like to preface...
Time to Tap Reclaimed Water
Editor,
Why doesn’t Laguna Beach have a citywide reclaimed water system like surrounding cities?
Laguna Beach County Water District has no reclaimed water system. Ten million...
Officer’s Actions Fall Within Police Protocol
Editor,
While on patrol that fateful Saturday night two years ago, Officer Jon Coutchie received a radio report that another officer had observed a vehicle...
Seeing Laguna Through a Cop’s Eyes
Editor,
Whether you love them or “not so much,” the Citizen’s Police Academy is a course you should take. I was a graduate of their...
Praise for Elsa Brizzi Comes From Every Corner
Editor,
Laguna Beach came together to honor Elsa Brizzi at its annual Woman of the Year event sponsored by the Laguna Beach Woman's Club.
The gala...
Correction:
In the article “Keep Calm and Groom On” in the Aug. 7 edition, prices for dog grooming were reported in error. Baths start at...
Go Slow, Laguna!
Editor,
My children, who grew up in Laguna Beach, spent the summer vacation here in July with the grandkids. They noticed the aggressiveness and irritation of...
Outreach Fails to Include Absentee Landlords
Editor
The Downtown Specific Plan workshop led by MIG Consultants was enlightening, providing an excellent opportunity for public comment. The public, staff, and a few...
Rental Regulations Impose on Property Rights
Editor:
Re: “Sharing Economy Strikes a Familiar Note”
Why so angry? I’m also a working taxpaying resident, and I don’t see why we all can’t just...
Poor Direction in Another School Board Drama
Editor,
When an elected official misses over 100 recorded votes and deliberations on 200 agenda items during three consecutive months of absence, we all sympathize...
Emotional Plea Does Not Change Facts
Editor,
The CHP carefully examines all evidence and conducts a thorough investigation into traffic deaths involving police officers. The CHP investigative report determined no evidence...
Misgivings Over Police Memorial
Editor,
Our police department provided speculative remarks to the concerned citizens of Laguna Beach regarding the death of Officer Coutchie. The speculative assertions made by police did...
Considerate Bus Driver Earns a Fan
Editor,
This is a from my heart. Thank you to the driver of the Laguna Beach Transit bus who called me last Thursday morning around...
Sea Photo Reception Makes a Splash
Editor,
Over 80 artists, photographers and ocean supporters celebrated the Laguna Bluebelt’s fourth annual photo contest winners at the Susi Q Gallery “What Do You...