Laguna Beach City Manager on Challenges and Protecting City Services

City of Laguna Beach · March 17, 2026

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Dave Kiff introduced himself as the city manager of Laguna Beach, noted he has lived in the city about 24 years, has been city manager for about a year and a half, and previously served as city manager of Newport Beach for 22 years. He said he came out of retirement because he loves the town and felt it was 'uniquely suited' for his service now.

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City Manager Dave Kiff introduced himself and outlined priorities including addressing rising public-safety costs that consume about 60% of the city budget, strengthening wildfire preparedness, and investing in aging infrastructure such as sidewalks and streetscapes.

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