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Council greenlights staff to pursue Laguna Playhouse assistance, asks for funding plan and safeguards

Laguna Beach City Council · December 10, 2025
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Summary

After public testimony from arts organizations, the council supported staff recommendations to pursue a $500,000 assistance package for the Laguna Playhouse and directed staff to return with lease amendments, community-use terms and funding-source options in January.

Laguna Beach — The City Council signaled support for near-term financial assistance to the Laguna Playhouse, directing staff to return on Jan. 13 with specific lease amendments and funding-source options.

Staff described a proposed $500,000 support package to be delivered in two tranches. The proposal included community-use guarantees — 10 to 12 weeks of venue time for…

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