VLB Stewardship | Accessibility Statement
City of Laguna Beach
Last Updated: March 9, 2026
The City of Laguna Beach strives to ensure that our website is accessible to people with disabilities. Our goal is that all members of the public seeking information services from us have access to, and use of, comparable information and data. The City website has been designed with Section 508 and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) in mind for making web content accessible to people with disabilities (ADA compliance).
Commitment to Accessibility
The City endeavors to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA standards, as established by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines are intended to make web content more accessible to individuals with a wide range of disabilities and to improve usability for all users.
To support accessibility, the City has implemented the following measures:
- Alternative Text: We have provided alternative text descriptions for all non-text content, such as images and multimedia, to make the content accessible to screen readers and other assistive technologies.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is designed to be navigable and usable via keyboard controls, ensuring that individuals who cannot use a mouse can still access and interact with our content.
- Readable Text: We have chosen fonts and text sizes that are easily readable, and we provide the ability to adjust text size on our website to meet individual preferences.
- Contrast: We have taken care to maintain sufficient contrast between text and background colors to ensure that the content is legible for individuals with low vision or color blindness.
- Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive, adapting to various screen sizes and devices, including mobile phones and tablets.
Ongoing Efforts
We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website and adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. We have also implemented the following strategies:
- Conducting regular accessibility audits and evaluations of our website.
- Providing training to our staff to ensure they are familiar with accessibility standards and guidelines.
- Seeking feedback from users with disabilities to identify and address any issues or barriers they may encounter.
Third-Party Content
The City website may contain links to third-party websites or include third-party applications. While the City strives to ensure accessibility within its own digital services, it does not control third-party content and cannot guarantee the accessibility of external websites or applications. Users encountering accessibility barriers on third-party sites are encouraged to contact the respective provider directly.
External Links
When a user selects a link to an external website, the user leaves the City’s website and is no longer subject to the accessibility policies of the City of Laguna Beach. The City does not assume responsibility for the accessibility or content of external sites.
Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with modern web browsers and a wide range of assistive technologies. However, if you experience any difficulties, we recommend using the latest version of your chosen browser or assistive technology for the best possible experience.
For more information on web accessibility and how to make the most of it, we recommend the following resources:
Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI): https://www.w3.org/WAI/
World Wide Web Consortium (W3C): https://www.w3.org/
Accessibility Assistance and Feedback
The City welcomes feedback regarding the accessibility of its website. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the City of Laguna Beach. We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to all.
Please contact:
City of Laguna Beach
City Hall
505 Forest Avenue
General Information
(949) 497-3311
Fax
(949) 497-0771
This accessibility statement was last updated on March 9, 2026. We are dedicated to keeping this statement up to date and ensuring the ongoing accessibility of our website.
