Laguna Beach’s chief of police has resigned, just four months after taking up the position. Chief Robert Thompson and the City of Laguna Beach agreed to terminate their employment relationship. His resignation is effective May 28, and he will be compensated through June 30. In his stead, Cpt. Jeff Calvert, a 24-year law enforcement veteran, is stepping in as Laguna Beach’s interim police chief. City manager John Pietig, who is soon retiring, is responsible for choosing the police chief and interim police chief.  If a decision is not made prior to his Pietig’s retirement, his successor will be taked with choosing the next chief. “The public safety of our community is paramount, and I have full faith that Captain Calvert will guide the Laguna Beach Police Department through this transition to ensure community and police force safety,” Pietig said in a statement. Thompson was hired Jan. 18 to replace former police chief Laura …