Joy Berry

  Joy Berry For City Council Website

joy4laguna@gmail.com

Joy Berry November 2026 Official Ballot Statement:
Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement Here
Form 410 Statement of Organization (Coming Soon)

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:


Media and other Candidate information:
LB Indy – Letters To The Editor
Linkedin
Silver Lining Hospitality Team

Joy Berry is an official candidate running for the Laguna Beach City Council in the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election. She filed her candidacy papers on July 31, 2026. 

Candidate Background

  • Local Experience: Longtime Laguna Beach resident, land-use professional and local hospitality business owner. 
  • Community Roles: Serves as vice-president of Village Laguna, a local civic preservation organization.
  • Key Focuses: Active voice in local land-use, hillside and canyon protection, and city financial stewardship.

 

Ashley Cintas

    Ashley Cintas website (Coming Soon)

Ashley Cintas November 2026 Official Ballot Statement:
Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement Here
Form 410 Statement of Organization (Coming Soon)

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:


Media and other Candidate information:

Canvas Rebel Magazine – view here
Best of Laguna Substacks Interview – view here
Are We Asking The Righ Questions – Guest Opinion – view here

Candidate Background:

Oto Sushi Laguna LLC is a Limited-Liability Company – CA organized under the laws of the State of California. The business was filed on December 12, 2025 and is currently listed as Active with the California Secretary of State. 

The principal office address is located at 370 Glenneyre St Laguna Beach, CA 92651. The Registered Owner is Ashley Cintas.

Mark Orgill

 

Mark for Council Website (Coming Soon)

 

 


Mark Orgill November 2026 Official Ballot
Statement:
Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement here
Form 410 Statement of Organization here(Coming Soon)

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Form 460 Campaign Termination Statement Jan. 1 – March 30, 2023 here
Form 460 Campaign Statement Oct. 23, 2022 – Dec. 31, 2022 here


Media and other Candidate information:

Candidate Background:

Sue Kempf

     

Sue for City Council Website

 

 

Sue Kempf November 2026 Official Ballot Statement:
Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement here
Form 410 Statement of Organization here(Coming Soon)

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Form 460 Campaign Statement Jan. 1 – June 30, 2026 here
Form 460 Campaign Statement July 1 – Dec. 31, 2025 here 


Media and other Candidate information:

Past Election Page 2018

Candidate Background:

Nick Aronoff

Nick For Laguna Website

Follow Nick Aronoff on Instagram

 

 


Nick Aronoff November 2026 Official Ballot Statement:

Form 501 Candidate Intention Statement here
Form 410 Statement of Organization May 14, 2026 here

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Form 460 Campaign Funding Statement Jan. 1 – June 30, 2026 here


Media and other Candidate information:

Stu News – Newly announced City Council Candidate Nick Aronoff
Daily Pilot
– Laguna weighs whether to move forward with Laguna Canyon Road plans

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 410 Amended Statement of Organization Here

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:
Alex Rounaghi – 460 Jan 1 – June 30, 2026 here

Alex Rounaghi – 460 Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025 – amended here

Media and other Candidate information:


Past Campaign Information

Form 460 Campaign Funding Disclosure Statements:

Alex Rounaghi – 460 Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025
Alex Rounaghi – 460 August 05, 2025

City Government Candidates 2026 Elections

City Council Candidates:

1) Alex Rounaghiarounaghi@lagunabeachcity.net – www.alexforlaguna.com
Qualified for the Ballot: August 7, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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2) Nick Aronoffnick@nickforlaguna.comhttps://nickforlaguna.com
Qualified for the Ballot: July 31, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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3) Sue Kempfvote@sueforcouncil.com – www.sueforcouncil.com
Qualified for the Ballot: August 3, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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4) Mark Orgillmark.orgill@cox.net – Mark Orgill For City Council Website (Coming Soon) Qualified for the Ballot: August 3, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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5) Ashley Cintasashley@ashleyforlaguna.com – Ashley Cintas For City Council Website (Coming Soon)
Qualified for the Ballot: August 7, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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6) Edward Bayuk – Email coming soon – Edward Bayuk For City Council Website (Coming Soon)
Qualified for the Ballot: August 7, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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7) Joy Berryjoy4laguna@gmail.com – Joy Berry For City Council Website
Qualified for the Ballot: August 6, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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8) Karen Martin – karenmartin4laguna@gmail.com – Website coming soon
Qualified for the Ballot: August 6, 2026  (Candidate Statement)
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9) Laura Parisi – Email coming soon – City Council Website Coming Soon
Qualified for the Ballot: August 7, 2026 (Candidate Statement)
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Laguna Beach Unified School District:
1) Joan Malczewski/incumbentJoan4schoolboard@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 Smithhttps://kimberlyforlagunaschoolboard.com
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Voice of Laguna – 
Kimberly Smith Candidate for LBUSD

4) Dee Perry/Incumbent – Website Coming Soon
Check out Candidate Community Related Articles and Opinions:
Stu News –
Court Dismisses Perry’s Lawsuit
Daily Pilot – Perry files Lawsuit Against LBUSD
LB Indy – Perry Clarifies Fall

5) Elizabeth Bates – Website Coming soon
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Media and General Public Candidate Related Articles and Opinions for the November 3, 2026 Election Below: As Available…