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Print The Laguna Beach City Council will review and consider the next steps in the city’s COVID-19 relief efforts in its meeting Tuesday. In December, the council approved the “Laguna Beach Cares” grant program, which provided financial assistance to restaurants, bars and retail businesses impacted by the pandemic. The program allowed restaurants and bars to apply for $5,000 in aid. Retail establishments that closed could receive $3,000, and those who saw their operating capacity drop to 20% could get $2,000. After initially setting aside $650,000 to assist restaurants and bars in town, the Laguna Beach Cares program still has $240,000 in available funds. There was also $200,000 allocated for impacted retail businesses, but the number of applicants exceeded the funds allotted to help the retail sector. ....
Despite the obstacles of 2020, The City of Laguna Beach got a lot done. The largest obstacle, COVID-19, took up most of the city’s energy as it responded quickly and effectively with closures, economic recovery plans, public safety modifications, as well as community development and capital improvements. COVID-19 actions included an executive order issued in March and several emergency orders issued regarding face coverings, swift closure and reopening of beaches, playgrounds, parks, trailheads, public gathering places, City Hall, and the suspension of trolley service and recreational programs. To help get information to residents, a Community Newsletter was established to provide daily COVID-19 updates and information via text and email. This was later converted to a weekly newsletter. ....