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Laguna Beach mayor says shelter options under review, urges South County regional approach to homelessness
Summary
Mayor Alex Runagi said the city is evaluating options for the shelter in the canyon and called for regional cooperation on homelessness, including exploring a county-owned site in Joplin for a larger regional facility.
Mayor Alex Runagi said Laguna Beach is weighing different options for the shelter in the canyon and urged regional collaboration among South County cities to address homelessness.
The topic arose after Runagi said City Manager Dave Kiff presented several options, including “potentially closing the shelter in the canyon,” during a recent City Council meeting. Tom Johnson, the program host, noted the item generated substantial public comment.
Runagi described the city’s approach as balancing compassion with public safety and said legal changes have shifted incentives for cities. “With…
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