Several hundred friends, colleagues and family members gathered Wednesday, May 13, to recall former Mayor Kathleen Blackburn’s civic contributions, character and athleticism during a celebration at The Ranch in Aliso Canyon.
One of Blackburn’s lesser known attributes was her love for pop lyrics, but friends provided the crowd with a sample. Other speakers included husband Bill Blackburn, Mayor Bob Whalen and Planning Commission member Ann Johnson.
Blackburn, 71, who served Laguna Beach from 1992-00 on the City Council and
Planning Commission, including two terms as mayor, died March 16.
