Village Entrance Project, RIP
Editor,
Mayor Elizabeth Pearson, Mayor Pro Tem Bob Whalen and Councilman Steve Dicterow have every reason to be proud as we enter 2014.
They saw the...
Questioning Reluctance Over Lack of a Ballot
Editor,
When you reduce the proposed village entrance project down to its essence, what you have is a parking garage camouflaged by trees that will...
Drone Invades Privacy
Editor,
At 8:40 a.m. Sunday morning I was still in bed looking out over our beautiful ocean, village and Catalina when a gold drone hung...
Treasurer’s Discoveries Yield Refunds to Residents
Editor,
The Laguna Beach city treasurer should not only look after the city’s investments, she should also look after the interests of the city’s residents.
As...
Art Walk Sting is Draconian
Editor,
In citing galleries for serving wine during Art Walk, our police department demonstrates what is a glaring lack of foresight and perspective.
Instead of looking...
Surely a Compromise Exists
I am writing to you regarding the proposed Longi live/work project in Laguna Canyon. I am appealing to you today as a Laguna Beach...
Back to School Food
Editor,
With the new school year starting, parents’ to-do lists are now filled
with shopping for school clothes, school supplies, and school food.
That’s right - school...
Laguna Generosity Rules!
Editor,
Thank you Laguna Beach for once again rising to the occasion. We witnessed first hand the generous spirit of our town on Sunday, Sept....
Trail Supporter Expresses His Position
Editor:
On Friday, Jan 9 the Indy published an anonymous letter from “Balanced Bob” regarding The Ranch. Since it is known that I am an advocate...
Grateful for the Excess
Editor,
It's that time of the year again for us to ask you, our generous amateur farmers, to bring your excess fruits and vegetables to...
No Excuse for Inaccessible Information
Editor:
Our Laguna Beach School noard members and Superintendent Sherine Smith state that parents should attend school board meetings if they want to get up...
Debt Isn’t the Objection
Editor,
Are voters willing to pay for really great projects in Laguna? You wouldn’t think so after Councilman (Bob) Whalen’s summary comments at the Nov....
Supporter of Canyon Live Work Complex
Editor,
I am in favor of the Long(i) Live-Work-Create project and would encourage the city council to support this wonderful art studio complex in Laguna....
Letter: School Calendar Change Could Cause More Stress
I continue to be made aware of community concerns regarding student’s stress levels and social and emotional needs from parents, community leaders, district employees...
A Canvas That Creates Community
Editor,
(This was also addressed to the City Council)
It is with great joy that I write this letter. A year ago, my husband and I...