Poll shows Laguna Beach voters likely to pass an $83 million bond extension; board discusses next steps A True North Research poll presented to the Laguna Beach Unified School District board found consistent support above the 55% Prop 39 threshold for a proposed $83 million bond extension; board members pressed staff on project lists, asbestos abatement and filing timelines.

Laguna Beach voters show strong support for an $83 million bond extension that won't raise current tax rates—could this be the solution to modernize local schools?

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Laguna Beach board consolidates agenda items and shifts public comment after debate The Laguna Beach Unified School District board voted to combine items 6a–6f to meet a March 1 compliance target and approved moving public comment for item 7 ahead of a governance presentation after a brief debate about public notice and Brown Act timing.

The Laguna Beach Unified School District board made a pivotal decision to consolidate agenda items and shift public comment timing, sparking a heated debate on governance transparency.

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Laguna Beach USD staff brief board on facilities master plan and funding options including potential bond District staff presented the 2023 facilities master plan update, energy master plan and funding choices — including a potential general obligation bond (~$81–82M at $8.85 per $100,000 assessed value) or Certificates of Participation (~$34M capacity) — and outlined polling, bond counsel and timeline steps if the board pursues a ballot measure.

Laguna Beach USD is set to transform its campuses with a bold 10-year facilities master plan and explore funding options that could reshape the future of education in the community.

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School Officials Address Free Speech Challenges Amid National Political Violence Concerns Administrators emphasize teaching tolerance and civility in response to recent controversial incidents.

Mayor Alex Rounaghi's passionate defense of free expression in schools highlights a crucial national debate on balancing free speech with respectful discourse amid rising tensions.

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Laguna Beach students advocate for Energy Master Plan to support sustainability goals Students urge school board to approve Energy Master Plan for safety and sustainability improvements.

Students from Laguna Beach are demanding action on sustainability, urging their school board to adopt an energy master plan that could transform their education and protect the planet.

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Laguna Beach School Board faces backlash over communication and staff support issues School board urged to improve collaboration and communication for staff and student safety.

Concerns about communication and staff support are shaking up the Laguna Beach School Board, as community members demand transparency and unity for the sake of student safety.

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