Nick Aronoff

Nick For Laguna Website

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Nick Aronoff November 2026 Official Ballot Statement:

Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement here
Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:


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Candidate Background:
Nicholas Aronoff is the Co-Founder at Starseed Kitchen.
Previously, Nicholas was the Political Director at Michael Maxsenti For Congress and also held positions at Greater Pacific Brands. Nicholas received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southern Methodist University.

Nicholas Aronoff’s Current Workplace:
Starseed Kitchen
2020-present (6 years)
Number of Employees – 1-10
Industry: Business ServicesFood ServiceHospitalityRestaurants
Company Background:
Starseed Kitchen is a personal chef and custom meal prep service founded by Chef Whitney Aronoff, catering to individuals who prioritize their time, health, and energy. The company specializes in chef-prepared meals made from high-quality ingredients, designed to alleviate decision fatigue and support a healthy lifestyle. Their offerings include a variety of meal options, recipes, and wellness resources aimed at promoting high vibration living. Starseed Kitchen serves clients who seek personalized, intentional food solutions rather than standard meal delivery services.

Alex Rounaghi

Alex For Laguna Website

 

 


Alex Rounaghi November 2026 Official Ballot Statement

Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement Here
Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Alex Rounaghi – 460 Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025 – amended

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Past Campaign Information

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:

Alex Rounaghi – 460 Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025

City Government Candidates 2026 Elections

City Council Candidates:

1) Alex Rounaghi – arounaghi@lagunabeachcity.net – www.alexforlaguna.com
Turned in nomination papers: July 21, 2025 (Candidate Statement & Signatures verified by the ROV)
Check out Candidate Community Related Articles and Opinions: Alex Rounaghi

2) Nick Aronoff – nick@nickforlaguna.comhttps://nickforlaguna.com
Turned in nomination papers: May 14, 2026  (Candidate Statement & Signatures verified by the ROV)
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Laguna Beach Unified School District:
1) Joan Malczewski/incumbent – Joan4schoolboard@gmail.com https://www.joan4schoolboard.com
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2) Shaheen Shiek-Sadhal – https://www.shaheenforlbusd.com
Check out Candidate Community Related Articles and Opinions:
Stu News Laguna – 
Shaeen Shiek-Sadhal Runs for LBUSD

3) Kimberly Smith – https://kimberlyforlagunaschoolboard.com
Check out Candidate Community Related Articles and Opinions:
Voice of Laguna – 
Kimberly Smith Candidate for LBUSD

Media and General Public Candidate Related Articles and Opinions for the November 3, 2026 Election Below: As Available…

Hallie Jones

Hallie Jones’ Campaign Website

 

 

 

 

See Hallie Jones’ November 2024 Official Ballot Statement here

2024 Council Candidate Form 410
2024 Candidate 501 Intention Statement for Hallie Jones
2024 Council Candidate Form 410 (Qualified)
2024 Form 410 July 31, 2024

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Form 460 – Jan – June 2024
Form 460 – July 1 – Sept. 21 2024

Media and other Candidate information:

Hallie Jones, Judie Mancuso enter race for Laguna Beach City Council – Daily Pilot Interview
Crystal Cove Conservancy Announces Hallie Jones as Executive VP and Chief Program Officer – Article courtasy of the LB Indy from August 2023. – View here

Other affiliated organizations: All Kids Bike

City Clerk – Ann Marie McKay

Candidate Website here

Intention Statement (Form 501) filed on 6/4/2024

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:

Media and other Candidate information:


View the Laguna Beach Police Report for Ann Marie McKay here

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:

McKay Ann Marie – 460 Jan 1 – June 30 2020 redacted

McKay Ann Marie – 460 July 1 – Sept 19 2020 redacted

Bob Whalen

Candidate Website Coming Soon

 

 

 

 

 

See Bob Whalen November 2024 Official Ballot Statement here

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Form 460 – Jan 1 – June 30, 2024
Form 460 – July 1 – Sept. 21, 2024

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Past Campaign Information

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:

Whalen Bob – 460 Jan 1 – June, 30 2020

Whalen Bob – 460 July 1 – Sept 19 2020 – redacted

Whalen-Bob-460-July-1-Sept-19-2020-redacted

Judie Mancuso

Judie Mancuso’s 2024 Campaign Website – Here

 

 

 

 

See Judie Mancuso’s November 2024 Official Ballot Statement here

2024 Council Candidate Form 410
City Council Candidate Intention Statement 501

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Form 460 –  Jan 1 – June 30, 2024
Form 460 – July 1 – Sept. 21 2024

Media and other Candidate information:

Meet Judie Mancuso: Candidate For Laguna Beach City Council – Patch.com
Laguna Beach City Council Candidates’ thoughts on Roundup view video here
Hallie Jones, Judie Mancuso enter race for Laguna Beach City Council – Daily Pilot Interview
Help Stop The Utility Tax – Opinion article in LB Indy – Here
Bold Journey interview with Judie Mancuso – Here
Letter: Bipartisanship needed to achieve common goals – Laguna Beach Indy
Council Candidate, Judie Mancuso, shares stance on Promenade and local issues – Stu News
https://socialcompassioninlegislation.org/judie-mancuso/
Laguna Beach  Boards and Commissions 
https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/news/story/2021-10-18/local-leaders-legislators-call-for-ban-on-offshore-oil-drilling
https://www.lagunabeachindy.com/letter-lagunas-ocean-water-quality-is-a-public-priority/
Drone light show to replace July 4 fireworks – Laguna Beach Indy


Prior 2018 Election Information:

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:

Mancuso Judie – 460 Oct 21 – Dec 31, 2018

Mancuso Judie – 460 September 23 – October 20 2018 – redacted

Mancuso Judie – 460 July 1 – Sept. 22 2018

Mancuso Judie – 460 January 1 – June 30 2018

Mancuso wants to enhance quality of life for Laguna residents – LA Times

Three City Council seats – Stu News

Pet Assistance Foundation.org

California Legislation Would Prohibit Sale of Animal-Tested Cosmetics – Sierra Sun Times

From the California State Capitol to the South African Wilderness – Morning Star News

Journal of the Assembly, Legislature of the State of California – California. Legislature. Assembly – Google Books

Watch CBS Evening News: Calif. law to protect pets – CBS All Access

Newly Amended SB 1249 Unites Animal Protection, Physicians, Labor, and Industry Groups – Updated