Marina public meetings in 2022

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will consider consent agenda items including a construction contract for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sculpture Garden, approval of accounts payable totaling over $2.1 million, and a discussion on unmet community facility needs. The meeting is a regular session with no public hearings scheduled.

• Award construction contract to Monterey Peninsula Engineering for $401,830 for the MLK Jr. Sculpture Garden Project, with additional funding of $328,835.50
• Approve accounts payable checks totaling $2,148,491.49 and Successor Agency check for $1,350.00
• Approve $48,000 for City Hall lobby security and customer service improvements
• Authorize City Manager to execute Side Letter Agreement with Marina Public Safety Officers Association (PSOA)
• Discuss unmet community facility needs and possible funding options

The City Council approved a construction contract for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sculpture Garden and allocated funds for City Hall lobby security improvements. Council also directed staff to begin an 18-month public outreach process to identify unmet community facility needs.

• Approved $401,830 construction contract for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sculpture Garden to Monterey Peninsula Engineering (MPE) (4-0)
• Allocated $48,000 for City Hall lobby security and customer service improvements (4-0)
• Approved accounts payable totaling $2,148,491.49 (4-0)
• Approved Successor Agency accounts payable totaling $1,350.00 (4-0)
• Authorized change in signatories for City General, Payroll, and Successor Agency General checking accounts with Chase JPMorgan (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Side Letter Agreement with Marina Public Safety Officers Association (4-0)
• Directed staff to prepare a scope of work for up to 18 months of public outreach and surveys regarding community facility needs (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Mayor's recommendations for Council assignments to boards and committees, including appointing Brian McCarthy to AMP (4-0)

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Public Works & Recreation and Cultural Services Commission meeting scheduled for December 15, 2022, has been canceled and postponed until next month. The notice, dated December 8, 2022, was issued by Public Works Director and City Engineer Brian McMinn. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled and postponed to next month

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold an informational and public input session on potential future development and conservation areas to inform a mitigation strategy for a City-Wide Incidental Take Permit for Monterey gilia, a threatened species. The session will present survey data and draft scenarios, and the council will gather input to guide the permit application.

• Informational session on potential future development and conservation areas for Monterey gilia mitigation
• Discussion of draft development and conservation scenarios for areas like Airport Master Plan Area, 8th Street, and Future Cypress Knolls
• Public input on prioritizing conservation vs. development of city-owned parcels
• No fiscal impact for this item; future impacts to be evaluated with draft mitigation strategy

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation for the City Council to adopt an Affordable Housing Overlay ordinance, a Mitigated Negative Declaration, and a General Plan Amendment. The commission will also review proposed amendments to the Sign Ordinance in Title 17 of the Marina Municipal Code.

• Affordable Housing Overlay Ordinance, including a Mitigated Negative Declaration and General Plan Amendment
• Amendments to Title 17, Section 17.46 (Sign Ordinance) of the Marina Municipal Code
• General Plan and Municipal Code amendments related to Senate Bill 478 (Missing Middle Housing)

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt an Affordable Housing Overlay and a General Plan Amendment. The commission also recommended updates to the Municipal Code and General Plan to comply with Senate Bill 478 regarding 'Missing Middle Housing.'

• Recommended City Council adopt an Affordable Housing Overlay, Mitigated Negative Declaration, and General Plan Amendment to Section 2.28 (6-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt new Municipal Code sections 17.16190, 17.18.140, and 17.2 and General Plan Amendment Section 2.37.1 for SB 478 'Missing Middle Housing' (6-0)
• Continued the proposed amendments to Title 17, Section 17.46 (Sign Ordinance) to the January 12, 2023 meeting (6-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 Action Minutes (6-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a special meeting consisting solely of a closed session to discuss existing and potential litigation. The council will confer with legal counsel on several cases, including an airport-related appeal and multiple water and groundwater disputes. No public action items are on the agenda.

• Closed session on Marina Aviation, LLC v. FAA, 9th Circuit Case No. 22-70173
• Closed session on California American Water slant intake wells Coastal Development Permit appeal
• Closed session on City of Marina v. County of Monterey groundwater case (Case No. 19CV005270)
• Closed session on City of Marina v. RMC Lonestar et al. (Case No. 20CV001387)
• Closed session on potential initiation of one new lawsuit

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee will review two items regarding red curb installations. These items are brought forth for committee consideration and possible action.

• Red Curb - 353 Elba Cr.
• Red Curb - Fehring Pl. and Messinger Dr.

The committee approved a 40-foot red curb at Fehring Pl. and Messinger Dr. to improve stopping and turning sight distance. A request for a red curb at 353 Elba Cr. was not approved because the location does not meet city driveway standards.

• Approved 40-foot red curb at Fehring Pl. and Messinger Dr.
• Denied red curb at 353 Elba Cr. due to non-standard driveway

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council approved the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and swore in new council members and the Mayor. A consent agenda was passed including several lease amendments, salary schedule updates, and zoning ordinances. The council also entered a tolling agreement regarding improvements for a cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Boulevard.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-139 canvassing the Nov 8, 2022 election (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $2,325,896.14 in accounts payable and $10,619.19 for Successor Agency (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-144 for Joby Aero Inc lease expansion at 761 Neeson Road (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-07 amending Title 17 regarding childcare homes and supportive housing (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-08 amending height limits in R-4 zoning district (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $25,000 for Environmental Innovations solid waste management services (5-0-0-0)
• Denied extension to June 1, 2023 for 3100 Del Monte Blvd improvements (2-3-0-0)
• Approved 60-day tolling agreement for 3100 Del Monte Blvd improvements (5-0-0-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a special meeting of the Marina City Council and several related bodies, held remotely due to COVID-19. The only substantive item is a closed session to evaluate the performance of the City Manager; no other business is scheduled.

• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation (City Manager)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold public hearings on adopting updated building codes, amending zoning for childcare and supportive housing, and modifying conditions for a cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Boulevard. They will also consider approving a $1,908,443 purchase of a Rosenbauer Quint Fire Truck and other routine consent items.

• Purchase of Rosenbauer Quint Fire Truck for $1,908,443.04, with $464,689 paid for chassis in 2024 for $18,555 discount
• Public hearing on adopting 2022 California Building Standards Codes (effective Jan 1, 2023)
• Public hearing on zoning amendments for childcare homes, day care centers, supportive housing, and multi-family conditional use permits
• Public hearing on height limit amendment in R-4 zoning district
• Public hearing on modifications to cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Boulevard (APN 032-192-018-000)

The City Council approved the purchase of a new fire truck and adopted the 2022 California Building Standards Codes. The council also approved first readings for ordinances regarding childcare homes, supportive housing, and R-4 zoning height limits.

• Approved $1,908,443.04 purchase order for Rosenbauer Quint Fire Truck (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-06 to implement 2022 California Building Standards Codes (3-0-2)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Title 17 regarding childcare, supportive housing, and multi-family housing (4-0-1)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Section 17.12.060 regarding R-4 zoning height limits (4-0-1)
• Approved $601,836.28 in accounts payable and $672.40 for Successor Agency (3-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-134 to continue remote teleconferenced meetings through Dec 20, 2022 (3-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-135 supporting a Veteran’s Home in Monterey County (3-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-138 establishing rules and procedures for the conduct of meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Sixth Cycle Housing Element, presented by city staff and Rincon Consulting. They will also receive informational items on Phase 3 architecture modifications for The Dunes project and proposed pet restrictions in the municipal code. The meeting includes consent agenda approval of prior meeting minutes and no public hearings or action items are scheduled.

• Study session on the Sixth Cycle Housing Element with Rincon Consulting
• Phase 3 architecture modifications for The Dunes project by Marina Community Partners
• Pet restrictions in the municipal code presented by Planning Manager Christy Hopper
• 2023 Planning Commissioner Academy informational item
• Consent agenda: approval of October 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the action minutes from the October 12, 2022 meeting. The session included informational presentations on the Dunes Project and pet restrictions in the Muni Code, as well as a study session on the Sixth Cycle-Housing Element.

• Approved Action Minutes for October 12, 2022 (5-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a special meeting of the Marina City Council and other local bodies, held remotely, with the sole substantive item being a closed session to confer with legal counsel about five pending lawsuits. The lawsuits involve water supply, groundwater sustainability, and other disputes. No public action is scheduled.

• Closed session on five litigation cases, including appeals and lawsuits over water projects and groundwater plans
• Remote participation via Zoom and phone; public comments accepted by email or during meeting

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee will consider removing red curbs at several locations, including a bus stop on De Forest Drive and the corner of Sunset/Carmel, and discuss a roundabout at Beach Rd and Del Monte Blvd and speeding on Neeson Rd.

• Red curb in front of 3202 De Forest Drive (Cardoza) and at Sunset/Carmel church
• Red curb removal on south side of Reservation Rd between Lynscott Dr and Bayer St
• Red curb status for three bus stops: Reindollar Ave (remove), De Forest Rd at Windy Hill Park (keep), Seacrest Ave (already removed)
• Discussion of roundabout at Beach Rd and Del Monte Blvd regarding speeding and lane segregation
• Discussion of speeding issue on Neeson Rd

The committee decided on the status of several bus stop red curbs and referred speeding data for Neeson and Imjin to the police department for enforcement. Other items regarding roundabout safety and crosswalk accessibility were referred for budget analysis or further review.

• Approved red curb removal at Sunset/Carmel
• Maintained red curbs at 3202 De Forest Drive and Windy Hill Park
• Confirmed red curb removal at Reindollar Ave (tennis courts) and Seacrest Ave
• Tabled red curb removal on Reservation Rd between Lynscott Dr and Bayer St for next meeting
• Referred speeding data for Neeson and Imjin to PD for enforcement
• Referred roundabout flashing light project to budget process for analysis
• Assigned review of accessibility improvements for Imjin and 2nd Ave intersection to Edrie

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Codes, with local amendments, and set a final adoption date. The Council will also consider authorizing a shared mobility device services program with Bird, Inc., and approving a mitigation services agreement with Big Sur Land Trust for the Imjin Parkway Widening Project. Consent items include accounts payable totaling $545,052.53 and appointments to the Public Works Commission.

• Public hearing on Ordinance adopting 2022 California Building Codes (effective Jan 1, 2023)
• Resolution to authorize Shared Mobility Agreement with Bird, Inc. for scooter program
• Resolution approving mitigation services agreement with Big Sur Land Trust for Imjin Parkway Widening Project
• Accounts payable checks totaling $545,052.53
• Appointments to Public Works Commission (Cynthia Tanabe, Jim Felton, Michael Owen, Steve Hunt, Stephen Rouland)

The City Council approved a settlement agreement with Wathens Castanos Peterson Homes involving below market rate housing and park construction. Council also approved the first reading of the 2022 California Building Standards Codes and authorized a shared mobility program with Bird, Inc.

• Approved settlement agreement with Wathens Castanos Peterson Homes (3-0-2)
• Approved $545,052.53 in accounts payable (3-0-2)
• Approved mitigation services agreement with Big Sur Land Trust for Imjin Parkway Widening Project (3-0-2)
• Appointed Cynthia Tanabe, Jim Felton, Michael Owen, Steve Hunt, and Stephen Rouland to Public Works Commission (3-0-2)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance to adopt 2022 California Building Standards Codes (3-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-133 to implement Bird, Inc. shared mobility device services (2-1-2)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission has canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for October 27, 2022. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving a new Memorandum of Understanding with the Marina Employees' Association (MEA), which includes a 6.5% general salary increase and equity adjustments for certain positions. The agreement also changes benefits like life insurance, vacation accrual, and on-call pay. The estimated cost is $125,000 for the remainder of the fiscal year. The meeting also includes a closed session for potential litigation.

• Resolution authorizing MOU with Marina Employees' Association, including 6.5% general salary increase effective Oct 24, 2022
• Equity salary adjustments for specific classifications (e.g., Police Records Tech 12.4%, CSO 11.7%)
• Safety boot reimbursement up to $200 per fiscal year
• On-call pay: 8 hours straight time per week, plus additional pay for daily or emergency assignments
• Life insurance increase from $30,000 to $50,000 per member starting January 2023

The City Council approved the general terms of a settlement agreement with Wathens Castanos. Additionally, the Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-131 to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Marina Employees’ Association.

• Approved general terms of settlement agreement with Wathens Castanos (3-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-131 authorizing MOU with Marina Employees’ Association and salary schedule adjustments (4-0-1)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations, followed by an open session. Key actions include considering a professional services agreement for a comprehensive General Plan Update, EIR, and Zoning Code Update, receiving a presentation on the Martin Luther King sculpture placement and approving a call for bids, and approving revisions to a concessionaire agreement for the Marina Equestrian Center Park. The council will also vote on consent items including accounts payable totaling $942,362.83, a resolution to continue remote meetings, a salary range adjustment for Senior Building Inspector, agreements for a shared mobility program with Bird, Inc., groundwater sustainability engineering services, and a storm water permit program amendment, plus a credit of surplus solid waste fees. A public hearing on a second cardroom permit is continued to December 6, 2022.

• Professional Services Agreement with Raimi+Associates for General Plan Update, EIR, and Zoning Code Update
• Resolution to approve advertising and call for bids for Martin Luther King Sculpture project
• Revised concessionaire agreement with Chaparral Country Corporation for Marina Equestrian Center Park
• Resolution authorizing Shared Mobility Agreement with Bird, Inc. for shared mobility device services
• Accounts payable totaling $887,906.59 (City) and $54,456.24 (Successor Agency)

The City Council approved a $1.7 million professional services agreement with Raimi+Associates to prepare a comprehensive General Plan Update, Environmental Impact Report, and Zoning Code Update (4-0-1). The consent agenda was approved minus one item (4-0-1), and the council continued a public hearing on cardroom permit assignment to December 6, 2022. A revised concessionaire agreement for the Marina Equestrian Center was approved (3-2) with additional conditions.

• Approved $1.7M General Plan Update, EIR, and Zoning Code Update with Raimi+Associates (4-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda minus item 8g(1) (4-0-1)
• Continued public hearing on cardroom permit assignment to December 6, 2022
• Approved Resolution 2022-129 for MLK sculpture project with staff to return with turf cost comparison and native landscaping plan (4-0-1)
• Approved revised concessionaire agreement with Chaparral Country Corp. for Marina Equestrian Center, including conditions on manure plan, fire safety, security, and inspection checklist (3-2)
• Continued shared mobility device program with Bird, Inc. to November 1, 2022
• Extended meeting time to 10:30pm and then to 11:00pm to complete agenda
• Rejected substitute motion to extend eviction of current equestrian center concessionaire (2-3)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a request to modify exterior improvement requirements for a cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Blvd and a sign permit for a new Starbucks at 200 Reservation Rd. The commission will also consider consent agenda items including amendments to building heights in the R-4 zoning district and updates to regulations for child care homes, supportive housing, and conditional use permits for multi-family housing.

• Public hearing on modifications to Conditional Use Permit 2019-03 for Pacific Roots cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Blvd
• Public hearing on sign permit (SG 2022-05) for new Starbucks at 200 Reservation Rd
• Consideration of Resolution No.2022 recommending amendments to building heights in Residential Multi-Family (R-4) zoning district
• Consideration of amendments to Marina Municipal Code for small and large family child care homes, day care centers, supportive housing, and conditional use permits for multi-family housing
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from September 22, 2022

The Planning Commission voted 6-0-1 to recommend the City Council deny modifications to remove required facade improvements and grant an extension for a cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Blvd. The commission also unanimously approved height limit amendments for R-4 zoning, supportive housing code changes, and signage for a new Starbucks at 200 Reservation Road. All votes were 7-0 except the cannabis item where one commissioner recused and one voted no.

• Recommended denial of facade improvement removal and extension for cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Blvd (6-0-1, with 1 recusal)
• Approved height limit amendments in R-4 zoning district (7-0)
• Approved supportive housing and child care code amendments (7-0)
• Approved signage for Starbucks at 200 Reservation Road (7-0)
• Approved September 22, 2022 action minutes (7-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council approved Resolution 2022-119, amending the tentative subdivision map for the Dunes on Monterey Bay (formerly University Villages) for Phases 2 West and 3, including tree removal permits. The council also approved Resolution 2022-120, advancing design of the Sports Complex Aquatic Center and Connector Building and authorizing $858,500 in expanded architectural services. Additionally, the council approved $650,000 from the Park Impact Fee Fund for enhanced playground features at Sea Haven Park.

• Approved Resolution 2022-119: amendment to the Dunes on Monterey Bay tentative subdivision map and tree removal permits for Phases 2 West and 3 (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 2022-120: expanded architectural services for the Aquatic Center and Connector Building, and construction-only for the Pavilion Building, with COAR Design Group for $858,500 (4-0-1).
• Approved Resolution 2022-121: Amendment No. 2 to the on-call architectural services agreement, renaming Jeff Katz Architecture to COAR Design Group and increasing the annual contract limit to $2,000,000 (4-0-1).
• Approved Resolution 2022-122: allocation of $650,000 from the Park Impact Fee Fund for enhanced playground features at Sea Haven Park (4-0-1).
• Approved the consent agenda, including accounts payable of $823,409.67 and a $404,148 contract for the California Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Installation Project (5-0).
• Continued the public hearing on amending the cardroom permit ordinance (Section 5.32.090) to October 18, 2022.
• Council met in closed session on six items; no reportable action was taken.

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider several action items related to traffic safety and parking. These include a guardrail on Imjin Parkway, signal review at Reservation Rd and Imjin Rd, lighting/crosswalk/signage at Reindollar Ave and California Ave, a parking update on Marina Heights Dr, a stop sign at Susan Ave and Melanie Rd, and red curb requests on Abrams Ave and Bostrom Dr and at three bus stops. No discussion items are listed.

• Guardrail on Imjin Parkway
• Signal review at Reservation Rd and Imjin Rd
• Lighting, crosswalk, and signage at Reindollar Ave and California Ave
• Parking update on Marina Heights Dr
• Stop sign at Susan Ave and Melanie Rd

The Traffic Advisory Committee discussed several traffic safety items but took no final votes. Action items included following up on a guardrail for Imjin Parkway, checking signal timing at Reservation and Imjin, restriping crosswalks at Reindollar and California, adding red curb at Abrams and Bostrom, and contacting MST about red curb removal at former bus stops. No decisions were made on stop signs or parking changes.

• Followed up on guardrail evaluation for Imjin Parkway after vehicle left roadway
• Requested signal check for left-turn lane at Reservation Rd and Imjin Rd
• Directed maintenance to restripe crosswalks at Reindollar Ave and California Ave
• Reviewed parking study on Marina Heights Dr; no action taken
• Denied stop sign at Susan Ave and Melanie Rd due to insufficient traffic volume
• Approved red curb striping for 210 feet at Abrams Ave and Bostrom Dr
• Agreed to contact MST about removing red curb at three former bus stop locations

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss amendments to the Marina Municipal Code regarding child care homes and supportive housing. The body will also consider permits for residential use and building additions.

• Zoning Text Amendments 22-03 regarding child care homes, day care centers, and supportive housing
• Conditional Use Permit UP2022-01 for nine detached residential units at 3289 and 3295 Drew Street
• Design Review (DR2022-05) for a 190 sq. ft. laundry room at 233 and 235 Carmel Ave

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend City Council adopt amendments to the Marina Municipal Code regarding small and large family child care homes, day care centers, supportive housing, and conditional use permits for multi-family housing. They also approved a conditional use permit to restore nine detached residential units at 3289 and 3295 Drew Street for foster youth housing. Consent items included approving minutes and a site/architectural design review for a laundry room at 233 and 235 Carmel Avenue.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for code amendments on child care homes, day care centers, supportive housing, and multi-family conditional use permits (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit UP 2022-01 to restore nine detached units at 3289 and 3295 Drew Street for foster youth housing (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 25, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Site and Architectural Design Review DR 2022-05 for a 190 sq. ft. laundry room at 233 and 235 Carmel Avenue (6-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council unanimously approved two resolutions to move forward with an odor attribution study addressing community complaints about odors from the ReGen Monterey landfill. Resolution 2022-115 authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with ReGen and Monterey One Water, and Resolution 2022-116 approved a professional services agreement with SCS Engineers for environmental services. Both motions passed 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 2022-115 authorizing MOU for odor attribution study with ReGen Monterey and Monterey One Water (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-116 approving professional services agreement with SCS Engineers for odor study (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2022-114 for MOU amendment with Marina Professional Fire Fighters Association (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Dunes Tentative Subdivision Map Amendment and Tree Removal Permit, and conduct a study session on an Affordable Housing Overlay. The meeting also includes a consent agenda, informational items, and project updates. No formal action will be taken on the housing overlay; the commission will provide input to staff.

• Public hearing on Dunes Tentative Subdivision Map Amendment and Tree Removal Permit (Resolution 2005-131 amendment)
• Study session on Affordable Housing Overlay ordinance (no formal action)
• Consent agenda: approval of August 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Project updates: Starbucks, Cypress Knolls, Hampton Inn, Trees at Sea Haven

The Planning Commission approved a Tree Removal Permit and recommended the City Council find the Tentative Map amendment consistent with the certified EIR and University Villages Specific Plan, approving an amendment to the 2005 Tentative Subdivision (Resolution 2005-131), subject to conditions. The vote was 7-0. The commission also held a study session on an Affordable Housing Overlay, taking input and direction for staff, but took no formal action.

• Approved Tree Removal Permit and recommended City Council approve Tentative Map amendment for University Villages (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Tentative Subdivision originally approved in 2005 (Resolution 2005-131), subject to conditions (7-0)
• Held study session on Affordable Housing Overlay; no formal action taken

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council approved a concessionaire agreement with Chaparral Country Corporation, Inc. to operate the Marina Equestrian Center Park, and directed staff to give 90-day notice to vacate to the Marina Equestrian Association. The vote was 3-2. The agreement includes conditions such as inventory, rent increases, historic preservation, prevailing wage, and public parking access.

• Approved concessionaire agreement with Chaparral Country Corporation for Marina Equestrian Center (3-2)
• Directed staff to provide 90-day notice to vacate to Marina Equestrian Association
• Approved consent agenda minus item 8k(1) (5-0)
• Approved item 8k(1) with additional language regarding Patton Parkway retaining wall project (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on cardroom permit ordinance to October 6, 2022
• Rejected substitute motion to only provide notice to vacate to MEA without approving Chaparral agreement (1-4)

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider action on four specific traffic and parking issues. These items involve parking restrictions and speeding concerns at various city locations.

• Parking in the bike lane on Marina Heights Dr between Bluffs Dr and Bonte Dr
• Adding a red curb on Cardoza Avenue
• Speeding at 187 Palm Ave
• Parking obstructions at Cardoza and Dolphin Circle

The Traffic Advisory Committee discussed several traffic safety concerns but took no formal votes or decisions. Items included parking in bike lanes on Marina Heights Drive, adding red curbs on Cardoza Avenue for safety, speeding on Palm Avenue, and obstruction at Cardoza and Dolphin Circle. The committee referred enforcement to the Police Department and planned further research on some issues.

• Referred parking in bike lane on Marina Heights Dr to PD for enforcement and possible signage
• Discussed adding red curb on Cardoza Ave for safety; no formal action taken
• Referred speeding on 187 Palm Ave to PD for data collection and potential future budget request
• Discussed obstruction at Cardoza and Dolphin Cir; Brian and Saber to meet for further research

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission is meeting to consider a consent agenda, informational items, and public hearings. Key items include a design review for 215 Reservation Road, a sign permit for 228 Reservation Road with three options, and a tree removal permit for 2660 5th Street. The meeting is held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Design Review Application for 215 Reservation Road (Approved Design Review Permit 2022-03)
• Sign Permit SG 2022-04 for 228 Reservation Road with three sign options
• Tree Removal Permit for 2660 5th Street (MCWD)
• Consent agenda: approval of draft minutes from August 11, 2022

The Marina Planning Commission approved a sign design for T-Mobile at 228 Reservation Road (6-1), and recommended approval of tree removal at 2660 5th Street for Marina Coast Water District (7-0). They also approved the August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0).

• Approved design #3 for T-Mobile sign at 228 Reservation Rd (6-1)
• Adopted resolution recommending CDD approval of removal of 2 trees at 2660 5th St, with 2:1 replacement (7-0)
• Approved August 11, 2022 action minutes (6-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council approved the consent agenda (minus two pulled items), a professional services agreement with Axiom Home Tech for the Marina Library AV system, a call for bids for the California Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Installation project, and the Local Roadway Safety Plan. The council also authorized resuming several commissions and disbanding the Design Review Board, with further analysis on the Economic Development Commission. A resolution amending meeting rules was continued to September 20, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda minus items 8e(1) and 8k(1) (4-0-0-1, Berkley absent)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-106 approving Axiom Home Tech agreement for library AV system (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-107 approving call for bids for California Avenue Pedestrian Crossing (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-108 approving Local Roadway Safety Plan (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted resolution to resume Recreation and Cultural Services, Public Works, and Tree Committee; disband Design Review Board (4-0-0-1)
• Continued resolution amending meeting rules to September 20, 2022

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission is meeting to consider two public hearing items: a sign permit for 228 Reservation Road and a staff report, draft resolution, and parcel map for 150 Beach Road. The agenda also includes consent items (draft minutes from June and July), an informational demo of the online permit portal, and standard procedural items. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Public hearing: SG 2022-04 sign permit at 228 Reservation Road
• Public hearing: 150 Beach Road staff report, draft Planning Commission resolution, and parcel map
• Consent agenda: draft minutes from June 9 and July 14, 2022
• Informational item: online permit portal demo

The commission approved a tentative map for a two-parcel subdivision at 150 Beach Road, along with an associated Coastal Development permit. A sign application at 228 Reservation Road was continued to a future meeting for additional design samples. The consent agenda, including minutes from June and July, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda minutes for June 9 and July 14, 2022 (6-0)
• Continued sign application at 228 Reservation Road for applicant to provide 2-3 sign samples (6-0)
• Approved tentative map for two-parcel subdivision at 150 Beach Road and Coastal Development permit (6-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council, along with several related boards, is meeting to consider routine consent items and several action items. Key decisions include awarding a construction contract for blight removal, approving housing area budgets, and continuing a public hearing on the Marina Station Project development agreement assignment. The meeting also includes a closed session for potential litigation and a City Manager performance evaluation.

• Award $4,245,000 construction contract to Unlimited Environmental Inc. for City Park Barracks and Cypress Knolls Buildings Blight Removal 2022 Project, plus $577,000 in additional funding
• Public hearing on assigning Marina Station Project development agreement to 3rd Millennium Partners and first amendment to the agreement
• Approve FY 2022-2023 budgets for Abrams B Housing Area and Preston Park Sustainable Community Non-Profit Corporation
• Approve $461,034.79 in accounts payable checks
• Adopt update to Monterey County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

The City Council approved the assignment of the Marina Station development agreement to 3rd Millennium Partners and the first amendment to the agreement, with a 4-1 vote (Burnett dissenting). The council also directed that lost park amenities be reallocated elsewhere in the city or compensated through park impact fees. Additionally, the council approved a $4.245 million construction contract for blight removal at City Park Barracks and Cypress Knolls buildings, and approved the FY 2022-2023 budgets for the Abrams B and Preston Park housing areas.

• Approved Resolution 2022-100 and first reading of ordinance for Marina Station development agreement assignment to 3rd Millennium Partners (4-1, Burnett opposed)
• Approved Resolution 2022-101 awarding $4,245,000 construction contract for City Park Barracks and Cypress Knolls blight removal to Unlimited Environmental Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-102 and 2022-01 (NPC) adopting Abrams B Housing Area Budget for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-103 and 2022-01 (PPSC-NPC) adopting Preston Park Housing Area Budget for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-104 increasing Verde Design, Inc. on-call landscape architectural services contract limit to $650,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda minus item 8g(1) (5-0)

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider four action items: adding crosswalks at two intersections, installing a temporary bulb-out, and addressing a tree obstruction. No discussion items are listed. The public may comment on each item.

• Adding crosswalk at Larson Court and Bostick Ave
• Adding crosswalk at Susan Ave and Melanie Ave
• Temporary bulb-out at California Ave and Carmel Ave
• Tree obstruction at 226 Peninsula Dr.

The Traffic Advisory Committee discussed several traffic safety items but took no formal votes or decisions. Topics included a temporary bulb-out at California and Carmel Avenues, potential crosswalks at Larson Court/Bostick Avenue and Susan/Melanie Avenues, and a tree obstructing a stop sign at 226 Peninsula Drive. All items were carried over for further study or action.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded at this meeting

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The regularly scheduled July 28, 2022 Planning Commission meeting has been canceled because there are no agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2022.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting: August 11, 2022, 6:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Avenue

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Council is holding a special meeting to adopt a resolution and hold a first reading of an ordinance for a $50 million General Obligation bond. The measure, which requires a two-thirds council vote, will be submitted to voters on November 8, 2022. Funds are intended to acquire a fire ladder truck and construct a new fire station at California Avenue and Imjin Parkway, as well as a police station/civic center/city hall facility at the Locke-Paddon Park site.

• Adoption of resolution for $50 million General Obligation Bonds
• First reading of ordinance for November 8, 2022 ballot measure
• Construction of new fire station at California Avenue and Imjin Parkway
• Acquisition of a fire ladder truck
• Construction of police station/civic center/city hall at Locke-Paddon Park

The City Council voted 5-0 to not place a general obligation bond measure on the November 2022 ballot. Instead, they directed staff to return with next steps for potentially placing the measure on a future ballot. The bond would have financed a ladder truck and municipal improvements, including a new fire station.

• Voted 5-0 to not place bond measure on November 2022 ballot
• Directed staff to return with next steps for future ballot consideration

Recreation & Cultural Services Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Public Works Commission and Recreation & Cultural Services Commission will hold a joint meeting. The commissions are scheduled to receive an informational report and provide input regarding several recreational facilities.

• Informational report on Aquatic & Sports Center
• Informational report on Outdoor Roller Pavilion
• Informational report on Sea Haven Playground

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Public Works Commission and Recreation & Cultural Services Commission are holding a joint meeting to receive an informational report and provide input on three city facilities: the Aquatic & Sports Center, Outdoor Roller Pavilion, and Sea Haven Playground. This is a discussion and input item, not a final decision. The agenda contains no other substantive action items.

• Joint meeting of Public Works and Recreation & Cultural Services Commissions
• Informational report and input on Aquatic & Sports Center
• Informational report and input on Outdoor Roller Pavilion
• Informational report and input on Sea Haven Playground

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is meeting to consider several routine and significant items, including approving contracts for urban planning services and public improvements, adopting ordinances related to housing, and holding a public hearing on the Marina Station project. The agenda also includes closed session discussions on labor negotiations and potential litigation.

• Contract with Rincon Consulting and Veronica Tam for Sixth Cycle Housing Element, not to exceed $300,000
• Public Improvement Agreements for Terracina Project at the Dunes – Sites 1 & 2 with USA Properties Fund, Inc.
• Public hearing on assignment of Development Agreement for Marina Station Project to 3rd Millennium Partners
• Ordinance adding Section 17.45 to Title 17 of Municipal Code
• Ordinance adding Section 17.49 'Low-barrier Navigation Center' to Municipal Code

The City Council approved the consent agenda 3-0, including accounts payable, minutes, resolutions on remote meetings, public improvement agreements, and a housing element contract. The Marina Station project was continued to August 3 for further clarification, with a directive to make related documents public. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda 3-0 (Burnett, Berkley absent)
• Approved Resolution 2022-94 for remote meetings through Aug 20, 2022
• Approved Resolution 2022-95 for Terracina Project public improvement agreements
• Approved Resolution 2022-96 for Rincon Consulting contract up to $300,000
• Approved Resolution 2022-97 for Animal Services Agreement with Monterey County
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-03 amending Title 17 (zoning)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-04 adding low-barrier navigation center section
• Continued Marina Station project to Aug 3 for clarification and public document posting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a special meeting of the Marina City Council and related boards, held remotely via Zoom. The only substantive item is a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Manager, an unrepresented employee. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public action items or decisions listed.

• Closed session: performance evaluation of City Manager (Gov. Code §54957(b)(1))
• Remote-only meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 state of emergency

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission is meeting to consider a sign permit for 228 Reservation Road and to receive informational updates on a General Plan update RFP and an emergency tree removal permit. The agenda also includes approval of draft meeting minutes and routine consent items.

• Sign Permit SG 2022-04 for 228 Reservation Road (APN 032-181-017)
• General Plan Update Request for Proposals (RFP) report
• Emergency tree removal permit at 181 Paddon Place (APN 033-134-001 to 033-134-008)
• Draft Planning Commission meeting minutes for 4.14-5.12.22

The Marina Planning Commission voted 7-0 to table a decision on a proposed T-Mobile sign at 228 Reservation Road until August 11, 2022, asking for alternatives without a backer board while keeping the magenta color and requiring the applicant to be present. The commission also approved the consent agenda minutes from April and May 2022, and received informational updates on a General Plan update RFP and an emergency tree removal at 181 Paddon Pl.

• Approved consent agenda minutes for April 14, April 28, and May 12, 2022 (7-0)
• Tabled sign application SG 2022-04 for 228 Reservation Road to August 11, 2022 (7-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on potential General Obligation (GO) bond measure options for the November 8, 2022 ballot. The discussion includes results from a public opinion survey and updated financial information for bond amounts of $30, $40, and $50 million, with estimated tax rates provided. The bond would fund construction of city facilities, including a proposed new fire station near California Avenue and Imjin Parkway to improve response times.

• Discussion on GO bond options: $30M, $40M, $50M with average annual tax rates of $46.89, $59.00, $73.75 per $100,000 assessed value
• Proposed new fire station near California Avenue and Imjin Parkway to reduce response times
• Current average response times: 8:02 for emergency medical, 10:03 for fire
• FM3 Research public opinion survey results on proposed GO bond measure
• Joint fire station study with City of Seaside found border location would not meet response time goals

The City Council voted 5-0 to place a $50 million general obligation bond measure on the November 8, 2022 ballot. The funds would go toward a new fire station, civic center, city hall, and police station. The motion also includes establishing an oversight committee of property owners and renters if the measure passes, and discussing financial assistance options at the next meeting.

• Approved placing $50M bond measure on Nov. 2022 ballot (5-0)
• Established oversight committee of property owners and renters for bond funds
• Directed funds toward fire station, civic center, city hall, and police station
• Scheduled discussion on financial assistance or residential loan program for next meeting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a public hearing on two proposed zoning amendments to Title 17 of the Municipal Code: adding Section 17.45 on Reasonable Accommodation for Persons with Disabilities and Section 17.49 on Low-Barrier Navigation Centers. The council will also consider consent items including accounts payable totaling $731,366.65, a special tax levy for Community Facilities District No. 2015-1 (The Dunes), and agreements for pavement work and toxic substance cleanup. Other discussions include the Marina Municipal Airport's long-term vision and fiscal sustainability, and community facility and public safety funding options.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2022- adding Sections 17.45 (Reasonable Accommodation for Persons with Disabilities) and 17.49 (Low-Barrier Navigation Centers) to Title 17
• Accounts payable checks and EFTs totaling $731,366.65
• Resolution to confirm special tax levy for Community Facilities District No. 2015-1 (The Dunes) for FY 2021-22
• Resolution authorizing agreement with DTSC for City Park Barracks and Cypress Knolls Buildings Blight Removal 2022 Project
• Professional services agreements with BKF Engineers and Ghirardelli Associates for pavement resurfacing and rehabilitation program

The City Council approved the first reading of two ordinances amending Title 17 of the Municipal Code: one adding Section 17.45 on Reasonable Accommodation for Persons with Disabilities, and another adding Section 17.49 on Low-Barrier Navigation Centers. The Council also directed staff to consider policy development related to offsets for participants and to return proposals for citing these projects near school routes, transportation, and healthcare. The consent agenda was approved except for item 8f(2), which was pulled and then separately approved to appoint Council Member Cristina Medina Dirksen as an alternate to the Monterey County Airport Land Use Commission.

• Approved consent agenda minus 8f(2) (4-0-0-1, Biala absent)
• Approved appointment of Council Member Cristina Medina Dirksen as alternate to Monterey County Airport Land Use Commission (4-0-0-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022- adding Section 17.45 (Reasonable Accommodation) and directed staff to consider offsets policy (4-0-0-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2022-17.49 (Low-Barrier Navigation Centers) and directed staff to return proposals on citing near schools, transportation, healthcare (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-93 memorializing salary schedule adjustments for Marina Directors (4-0-0-1)
• Directed staff to bring back full recommendation, draft bond measure, and survey results at next meeting for unmet community facilities and infrastructure needs

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Committee will consider several action items regarding local roadway improvements. These include discussions on airport parking lot speedbumps, curb markings, sidewalk painting, and stop sign installations.

• Airport Parking Lots and Roadway speedbumps (Bldg. 527)
• Red Curb - Zanetta Dr. and Reindollar Ave.
• Sidewalk Painting for Visually Impaired Residents: Marina Cycle and Skate on Reservation Rd. and Prince Liquor on Carmel Ave.
• Stop Sign - 4th Ave. and Telegraph Blvd.
• Pedestrian Safety - Intersection of Carmel Ave. and California Ave.

The Traffic Advisory Committee took several actions: it directed Public Works to install 25 linear feet of red curb on Zanetta Dr. and Reindollar Ave., to add dashed white striping on Reservation Rd., and to work with police and Joby on airport parking lot speed bumps. It also denied a stop sign at 4th Ave. and Telegraph Blvd. because traffic volumes did not meet warrants, and discussed pedestrian safety improvements at Carmel Ave. and California Ave.

• Approved installation of 25 linear feet of red curb on Zanetta Dr. and Reindollar Ave.
• Approved dashed white striping on Reservation Rd. for Marina Cycle and Skate
• Directed PW to work with PD and Joby on airport parking lot speed bumps
• Denied stop sign at 4th Ave. and Telegraph Blvd. (traffic volumes did not meet warrants)
• Discussed pedestrian safety at Carmel Ave. and California Ave. (walking bus, bulb-out design)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for June 23, 2022, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting: July 14, 2022, 6:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Avenue

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a public hearing to consider approving the assignment of the Marina Station Project development agreement to 3rd Millennium Partners and the first amendment to that agreement. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as accounts payable totaling $1,228,737.44, a resolution to continue remote meetings, and several agreements including a lease with the Transportation Agency for Monterey County. Other action items include a contract for municipal legal services, a flagpole policy, and a presentation on the Marina Municipal Airport's long-term vision and fiscal sustainability.

• Public hearing on assigning Marina Station Project development agreement to 3rd Millennium Partners and first amendment
• Accounts payable: $1,228,737.44 (City) and $2,970.00 (Successor Agency)
• Resolution to release RFP for General Plan Update and zoning code/map updates
• Public Improvement Agreement for Sea Haven Phase 4A with multiple developers
• Lease agreement with Transportation Agency for Monterey County for Monterey Branch Line corridor

The City Council voted 5-0 to continue the public hearing on the Marina Station development agreement assignment and first amendment to July 19, 2022, after extensive discussion and public comment. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including resolutions for remote meetings, a General Plan update RFP, and a lease with TAMC. Additionally, the council adopted a flagpole policy and approved flying the Pride flag at City Hall through July 22, 2022, and every June thereafter.

• Continued Marina Station development agreement hearing to July 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2022-78 for remote meetings, Resolution 2022-79 for General Plan update RFP, Resolution 2022-80 for July 4th cost recovery, Resolution 2022-81 for Sea Haven Phase 4A improvement agreement, Resolution 2022-82 for TAMC lease, Resolution 2022-83 for waste management MOU, Resolution 2022-84 for Sea Haven Phase 4A final map (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-87 for municipal legal services with Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-85 flagpole policy with 'consistent' added (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-86 to fly Pride flag through July 22, 2022 and every June thereafter (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will review amendments to the municipal code regarding reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and low-barrier navigation centers. The commission will also consider an amendment related to city park tree removal.

• Amendments to Title 17 of the Marina Municipal Code (sections 17:45 and 17:49) for disability accommodations and low-barrier navigation centers
• City Park Tree Removal Amendment involving Cypress Knolls and Dunes Park
• Review of Planning Commission meeting minutes from January - March 2022
• General Plan Update RFP Report

The Marina Planning Commission recommended City Council adoption of amendments to Title 17 of the Marina Municipal Code adding sections 17:45 and 17:49 for reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities and low-barrier navigation centers, respectively. The commission also recommended approval of the removal of an additional 5 trees (including 2 potential) at the proposed City Park on 8th Ave and 2nd Street at the Dunes (APN 031-221-008) due to deeper soil remediation requirements, with all healthy trees to be replaced at a 2:1 ratio. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Recommended City Council adoption of code amendments adding Section 17:45 (reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities) and Section 17:49 (low-barrier navigation centers)
• Recommended approval of removal of 5 additional trees (including 2 potential) at proposed City Park on 8th Ave and 2nd Street at the Dunes (APN 031-221-008) due to deeper soil remediation, with 2:1 replacement of healthy trees

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee reviewed six action items, all resulting in staff actions or studies rather than final approvals. The crosswalk at Marina Heights Drive and California Ave is in design for FY 22/23, with a request to confirm an audible alert for the visually impaired. A keep-left sign will be installed at the same intersection, and staff will coordinate with TAMC and MPUSD on short- and long-term improvements for California Ave and Carmel Ave. No formal votes were taken; actions were directed to staff.

• Crosswalk at Marina Heights Dr & California Ave: design underway, construction expected FY 22/23
• Keep Left sign at Marina Heights Dr & California Ave: PW to install R4-7A sign and stop bar
• School-related improvements at California Ave & Carmel Ave: coordinate with TAMC and MPUSD for interim and long-term solutions
• Truck restrictions at Marina Dr & Legion Way: PD to contact MPE
• Stop sign at Marina Dr & Starfish Dr: PW to review if yield sign is allowable
• Motorcycle noise pollution: no action required

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council approved a rate adjustment for GreenWaste Recovery's franchise agreement, effective July 1, 2022, and adopted the updated list of SB1-funded road projects for fiscal year 2022-23. It also approved a consulting agreement to analyze crediting surplus solid waste fees back to ratepayers, and authorized pursuing a lease with TAMC for recreational use of the Monterey Branch Line, selecting Museum of Handcar Technology as operator. The consent agenda was approved minus two pulled items, and no public hearings were held.

• Approved GreenWaste rate adjustment resolution (4-0-1)
• Adopted SB1 road project list for FY 2022-23 (4-0-1)
• Approved HF&H consulting agreement for surplus fee analysis (4-0-1)
• Authorized TAMC lease pursuit and selected Museum of Handcar Technology as operator (3-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda minus items 8f(3) and 8f(5) (4-0-1)
• Approved item 8f(3) separately (3-0-1)
• Received and filed annual audit for FY 2020-21
• Approved various resolutions for assessment districts and appropriations limit

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will consider several action items, including approving lease financing for Measure X infrastructure improvements, amending the Green Waste Recovery franchise rate calculation, and hiring a consultant for public opinion research. The agenda also includes routine consent items like accounts payable and resolutions on remote meetings, design standards, and the Housing Element report.

• Resolution to authorize lease financing for Measure X infrastructure improvements
• Resolution to amend Green Waste Recovery franchise rate calculation effective July 1, 2022
• Agreement with FM3 for public opinion research services
• Resolution to release RFP for consultant services for objective design standards
• Accounts payable totaling $246,145.90 (City) and $12,423.70 (Successor Agency)

The Marina City Council approved Resolution 2022-60, accepting the Hilltop Park recommendations and directing specific changes to the final design, including plant list adjustments and collaboration with volunteers. The council also approved agreements for public opinion research (FM3) and lease financing for Measure X infrastructure improvements. The consent agenda was approved minus one item, and two items were continued to June 7, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-60 for Hilltop Park design with plant list changes (4-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 2022-61 for FM3 public opinion research services (4-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 2022-62 for Measure X infrastructure lease financing (4-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda minus item 8g(2) (4-0-1)
• Continued Green Waste rate adjustment to June 7, 2022
• Continued HF&H solid waste fee analysis to June 7, 2022

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council, Airport Commission, and several related agencies will hold a special meeting in closed session. The primary purpose is to confer with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated or significant litigation exposure.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one litigation case

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission agenda includes informational presentations regarding ADU training and Marina Abodu Housing. No specific project decisions or public hearings are listed in the provided text.

• ADU Training presentation
• Marina Abodu Housing presentation

The Marina Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no public hearings or action items. The only formal decision was approving the May 12, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 absent). The commission received informational presentations on ADU streamlining, ABODU housing, and Habitat for Humanity, and discussed tree removal at the Dunes and a desalination plant rejection.

• Approved May 12, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 absent)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold a study session on the Dunes Development Project, focusing on compensation and mitigation for trees illegally removed without permits, and on changing policies to ensure compliance with tree removal regulations. The council will consider adopting recommended penalties, including a 6:1 replacement ratio for unpermitted removals, and a new standard operating procedure requiring planner approval of tree protection sheets before permits are issued.

• Discussion of compensation and mitigation for trees illegally removed at Dunes Development Project
• Proposed penalty: 6:1 replacement ratio for trees removed without permits
• New Tree Preservation and Protection SOP requiring planner-stamped Tree Protection and Removal Sheets
• Applicant Marina Community Partners agreed to retain an additional 24 trees
• Community meeting held May 2, 2022 with concerned citizens

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Committee will review action items including a red curb removal at 460 Reservation Rd. and pedestrian protection for the Del Monte Blvd. and Beach Rd. roundabout. The committee will also conduct a review of a collision study.

• Red Curb Removal – 460 Reservation Rd.
• Pedestrian Protection – Del Monte Blvd. and Beach Rd. Roundabout
• Collision Study Review

The Traffic Advisory Committee reviewed several traffic safety items but made no final approvals. It directed Public Works to provide minutes and reasons for a red curb installation at 460 Reservation Rd., coordinate installation of 'Keep Right' signage at California and Marina Heights, and selected five locations for a collision study, including Imjin Parkway and 2nd/3rd Avenues. The committee also considered signal equipment upgrades for emergency response and combining locations into a corridor systemic project.

• Selected 5 collision study locations: Imjin Pkwy & 2nd Ave, Imjin Pkwy & 3rd Ave, Imjin Pkwy from California Ave to Imjin Rd, Del Monte Blvd & Beach Rd, Reservation Rd & De Forest Dr
• Directed PW to provide minutes & reason for red curb installation at 460 Reservation Rd
• Directed PW to coordinate with developer for 'Keep Right' signage at California & Marina Heights

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a public hearing on a tentative subdivision map amendment for Phase 1B of The Dunes on Monterey Bay, and will consider mid-cycle budget adjustments and Hilltop Park design recommendations. The meeting also includes consent items, including accounts payable totaling $609,293.99, and special presentations recognizing police officer Francisco Tapia and management analyst Richard Janicki.

• Public hearing on tentative subdivision map amendment for Phase 1B of The Dunes on Monterey Bay
• Resolution to approve mid-cycle budget adjustments and authorize Finance Director to make accounting entries
• Report and direction on final design of Hilltop Park at The Dunes
• Accounts payable checks totaling $609,293.99 (City) and $334.20 (Successor Agency)
• Closed session to consider appointment of City Attorney

The City Council approved Resolution 2022-52, adopting a tentative subdivision map amendment within Phase 1B of The Dunes on Monterey Bay (formerly University Villages) Specific Plan, with a CEQA determination that environmental impacts were analyzed in a prior EIR. The council also approved mid-cycle budget adjustments via Resolution 2022-53, with a 4-0-1 vote (Burnett dissenting), directing staff to move forward minus four additional asks. The Hilltop Park design discussion was continued to May 17, 2022. The consent agenda, including accounts payable totaling $609,293.99 and investment reports, was approved 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-52 approving tentative subdivision map amendment for Dunes Phase 1B (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-53 approving mid-cycle budget adjustments, minus four additional asks (4-0-1, Burnett dissenting)
• Continued Hilltop Park design discussion to May 17, 2022
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $609,293.99 and investment reports (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

This is the agenda for the Marina Planning Commission's regular meeting on April 28, 2022. The meeting is held electronically due to the COVID-19 emergency, with public participation via Zoom or phone. The agenda includes approval of the April 14, 2022 action minutes, an informational item on commissioner training, and standard procedural items. No substantive land-use decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of April 14, 2022 action minutes
• Planning Commissioner training session (four parts)
• Electronic-only meeting due to COVID-19 emergency
• Public comment via Zoom, phone, or email

The Marina Planning Commission held a regular meeting on April 28, 2022, which was primarily dedicated to a four-part training session for commissioners. The only formal decision was the approval of the April 14, 2022 action minutes. No public hearings or action items were conducted.

• Approved Planning Commission Action Minutes of April 14, 2022 (4-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for legal, personnel, and property negotiations, followed by an open session. The main action item is a continued discussion on unmet city facilities, infrastructure, public safety, and staffing needs, and funding options. The consent agenda includes routine items like accounts payable, minutes, a claim rejection, and several resolutions and agreements.

• Closed session: property negotiations for Marina Station Project (320 acres, APNs 203-011-023, etc.) with Valle Del Sol Properties, LLC
• Consent: Accounts Payable checks 99666-99771 totaling $612,976.50
• Consent: Resolution to continue remote teleconferenced meetings through May 31, 2022
• Consent: Lease agreement with Joby Aero, Inc. for 210 8th Street
• Consent: Ordinance adding Section 9.26 'Military Equipment' to Municipal Code

The City Council voted 3-2 to pursue a general obligation bond measure not to exceed $50 million for the November 2022 election, with staff directed to return within 30 days with a detailed funding list, timetables, and public outreach plan. A substitute motion to limit the bond to three critical city facilities failed 1-4. The council also approved the consent agenda minus three pulled items, and separately approved resolutions for an odor attribution study RFP, a lease with Joby Aero, Inc., and an updated AMP broadcasting agreement.

• Approved pursuing $50M bond measure for November 2022 election (3-2)
• Substitute motion to limit bond to three critical facilities failed (1-4)
• Approved consent agenda minus items 8f(2), 8g(1), 8g(2) (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-49 authorizing RFP for odor attribution study (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-50 approving lease with Joby Aero, Inc. for 210 8th Street (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-51 approving AMP broadcasting agreement for FY 2022-23 (4-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will review a presentation on the California State University Monterey Bay Master Plan. The meeting also includes public hearings for a sign permit at Sakata Seed America, Inc., a permit extension for an apartment complex, and a subdivision map amendment.

• CSUMB Master Plan presentation regarding campus growth and facilities
• Sign permit for a 16-square-foot wall sign at 3345 Paul Davis Drive
• 24-month permit extension for a 58-unit apartment complex at 3125 De Forest Road
• Tentative subdivision map amendment for the Promenade (Linear Park) in The Dunes on Monterey Bay

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council is holding a special meeting on April 11 and 12, 2022. The agenda includes providing feedback on a leadership project for Marina High School.

• Feedback on a Marina High School Leadership Project

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is holding a special two-day meeting to discuss and provide feedback on a Marina High School Leadership Project. The agenda contains only this one action item, with no other substantive business listed.

• Feedback on Marina High School Leadership Project

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Committee is meeting to consider action on specific parking and signage requests. The body will also discuss motorcycle noise pollution and updates regarding the Sea Haven Development.

• 2-hr parking sign at Marina Pet Hospital (358 Reservation Rd.)
• Motorcycle noise pollution on Cardoza Ave., Healy Ave., and Abdy Way
• Yield sign at Marina Dr. and Starfish Ct.
• Sea Haven Development updates

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed Military Equipment Use Ordinance and AB 481 compliance, as well as landscape maintenance district assessments. The consent agenda includes accounts payable totaling $798,552.40 and rejection of a claim. A closed session will discuss property negotiations with Joby Aero, Inc. for 210 8th Street.

• Public hearing on Military Equipment Use Ordinance (Chapter 9.26) and AB 481 compliance
• Public hearings on FY 2022-23 assessments: Cypress Cove II ($180.78), Seabreeze ($182.42), Monterey Bay Estates ($77.14)
• Accounts payable checks totaling $798,552.40 and $5,436.20 for Successor Agency
• Closed session property negotiation with Joby Aero, Inc. for 210 8th Street
• Rejection of claim by Brook Barclift

The Marina City Council introduced an ordinance adopting a military equipment use policy (AB 481 compliance) and approved three landscape maintenance assessment district levies for FY 2022-23. The council also approved the consent agenda minus one item and directed a study session on unauthorized tree removal by Shea Homes, with a written agreement to halt further tree removal until resolved.

• Introduced Ordinance 2022-xx adopting Military Equipment Use Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-45 for Cypress Cove II assessment of $180.78 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-46 for Seabreeze assessment of $182.42 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-47 for Monterey Bay Estates assessment of $77.14 (4-0, Burnett recused)
• Approved consent agenda minus item 8l(1) (5-0)
• Directed study session on Shea Homes tree removal, prior to May 31, 2022, with written agreement for no further tree removal

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for March 24, 2022, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2022, at 6:30 P.M. in the City Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting: April 14, 2022, 6:30 P.M., City Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Avenue

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss how the Marina Fire Department and Marina Coast Water District coordinate during structure fires. The discussion will focus on the water system's capacity to meet necessary fire flow needs.

• Review of coordinated responses between Marina Fire Department and Marina Coast Water District
• Presentation on water demand, fire flow needs, and recent ISO rating review
• Overview of MCWD water system including 215 miles of water main and 7 production wells
• Discussion of fire hydrant maintenance and spacing requirements

The City Council held a study session to review coordinated responses between the Marina Fire Department and Marina Coast Water District regarding structure fires and water system capacity for fire flow needs. No formal decisions were made; the session consisted of presentations, council questions, and public comments.

• Held study session on fire flow capacity and interagency coordination (no vote)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will review several items including a $1.2 million increase for program management services and various landscape maintenance assessments. The meeting also includes closed session discussions regarding litigation and property negotiations for the Hotel Site at The Dunes on Monterey Bay.

• Amendment to Wallace Group contract increasing limit by $1,288,548.04
• Purchase of Forcible entry prop for $80,000.00
• Purchase of Phenix TL-2 Firefighter helmets for $30,000.00
• Property negotiations for The Dunes on Monterey Bay Hotel Site
• Bids for City Park Barracks and Cypress Knolls Buildings Blight Removal 2022 Project

The City Council approved a resolution to advertise and call for bids for the City Park Barracks and Cypress Knolls Buildings Blight Removal 2022 Project, with a modification requiring 64 replacement trees of comparable size at maturity and native species where possible. The council also adopted a resolution establishing Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) as the threshold for assessing transportation impacts under CEQA. The consent agenda was approved, including payments, minutes, and several resolutions for remote meetings, equipment purchases, and lease assignments.

• Approved blight removal project bid advertisement (3-0-2)
• Adopted VMT as CEQA transportation impact threshold (3-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $903,287.32 in accounts payable (3-0-2)
• Rejected claim from Mark Anthony Jiminez
• Authorized remote meetings through April 30, 2022 (Resolution 2022-34)
• Approved $80,000 forcible entry prop and $30,000 firefighter helmets (Resolution 2022-35)
• Approved lease assignments to Joby Aero for 3240 Imjin Road and 791 Neeson Road
• Increased Wallace Group contract by $1,288,548.04 for program management

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: updates to the Seahaven (formerly Marina Heights) tree and plant palette, a tree removal permit for 34 trees at the proposed City Park at the Dunes and 5 at Cypress Knolls, and a master sign program for the Dunes on Monterey Bay. They will also receive an informational update on the Dunes project and elect a chair and vice chair.

• Seahaven tree palette: remove 4 tree types (Monterey Pine, Red Flowering Gum, Spotted Gum, Silver Dollar Eucalyptus), add 9 (Canary Island Pine, London Plane, Maidenhair Tree, African Fern Pine, African Sumac, Italian Stone Pine, Chinese Elm, Strawberry Tree, Australian Willow)
• Tree removal permit: 34 trees at proposed City Park at the Dunes, 5 at Cypress Knolls; healthy trees replaced at 2:1 ratio; CEQA exempt
• Dunes on Monterey Bay Master Sign Program (SG2021-15), CEQA exempt
• Dunes Project update (informational)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Committee will consider a two-hour parking sign for Marina Pet Hospital at 358 Reservation Rd. The committee will also discuss noise pollution caused by motorcyclists on Cardoza Ave., Healy Ave., and Abdy Way.

• 2-hr parking sign – Marina Pet Hospital (358 Reservation Rd.)
• Motorcyclists noise pollution – Cardoza Ave., Healy Ave., and Abdy Way

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will consider routine consent items including accounts payable of $158,623.87, adoption of new council district boundaries, a lease with Joby Aero for airport property, and several resolutions. It will also discuss a bond issue for the Marina Dunes project and adjustments to director salaries.

• Accounts payable checks totaling $158,623.87
• Adoption of new council district boundaries
• Lease agreement with Joby Aero for 771 Neeson Road
• Purchase of TruNarc narcotics analyzer for $37,036.84
• Resolution opposing Initiative 21-0042A1

The Marina City Council approved new council district boundaries (Ordinance 2022-01) and extended remote teleconference meetings through March 31, 2022 (Resolution 2022-32). The council also approved the consent agenda, including several resolutions and agreements, and authorized a property tax increment bond issuance for the Marina Dunes project.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-01 adopting new council district boundaries (3-1, Burnett dissenting)
• Approved Resolution 2022-32 re-authorizing remote teleconference meetings through March 31, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including accounts payable of $158,623.87 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-27 purchasing a TruNarc narcotics analyzer for $37,036.84 (consent)
• Approved Resolution 2022-30 lease agreement with Joby Aero, Inc. for 771 Neeson Road (consent)
• Approved Resolution 2022-31 agreement with Wellington Law Offices for legal services (consent)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 (SA-MRA) for Marina Dunes property tax increment bond issuance (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-33 adjusting salary schedule for Marina Directors (4-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy for transportation impact analyses. The meeting also includes a request to extend a development permit for the Veterans Transition Center.

• Recommendation on adopting a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy per SB 743
• Permit extension for Veterans Transition Center at 229-239 Hayes Circle
• Approval of meeting minutes from June, July, and August 2021

The Marina Planning Commission unanimously approved a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy as the metric for transportation impact analyses, complying with Senate Bill 743, with amendments from the consultant per a Land Watch letter. The commission also unanimously approved a 12-month extension of the combined development permit for the Veterans Transition Center at 229-239 Hayes Circle, with conditions including native tree planting and fencing.

• Approved VMT policy for transportation impact analyses (7-0)
• Approved permit extension for Veterans Transition Center to May 20, 2023 (7-0)
• Directed staff to consult on native tree planting at Veterans Transition Center site
• Required orange fencing around protected trees during construction
• Required replacement trees to be 15-gallon or smaller

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider draft revised council district maps and introduce an ordinance adopting new boundaries for four council districts, based on 2020 census data. The ordinance would take effect for the November 2022 election. This is a special meeting with electronic participation only due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on draft revised City Council district maps
• Introduction of ordinance adopting new district boundaries (Ordinance No. 2022-___)
• New boundaries based on 2020 census population of 22,422
• Districts to be used for November 2022 general municipal election
• Meeting held electronically only due to COVID-19 state of emergency

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a public hearing on draft revised City Council district maps and consider introducing an ordinance adopting new district boundaries. The Council will also discuss possible action on acquiring the Dunes Hotel Site and consider several consent items, including a $470,339 contract amendment for the Downtown Specific Plan and appointments to the Planning Commission.

• Public hearing on revised City Council district maps and ordinance introduction
• Discussion and possible action on acquisition of Dunes Hotel Site
• Contract amendment with Rincon Consulting for Downtown Specific Plan, not to exceed $470,339
• Accounts payable totaling $3,476,624.45 (City) and $5,703.30 (Successor Agency)
• Appointments to Planning Commission: Nancy Amadeo, Audra Walton, Richard St. John

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider extending the combined development permit for the Veterans Transition Center at 229-239 Hayes Circle for 12 months, until May 20, 2023. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from June, July, and August 2021, and receive updates on the Pacific Roots (Catalyst) project and Planning Commissioner Academy.

• Public hearing on 12-month permit extension for Veterans Transition Center at 229-239 Hayes Circle (APN 031-021-040)
• Consent agenda: approval of June, July, August 2021 meeting minutes
• Informational update on Pacific Roots dba Catalyst Project
• Informational update on Planning Commissioner Academy

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Committee is considering several action items related to street markings, crosswalks, and speed limits. These items include a speed study at Marina Heights and potential changes to Abrams Dr.

• Follow up on 4-way stops at 9th Street & Lighthouse Lane and 3rd Ave & Boardwalk Ave
• Review markings at Abrams Dr & Imjin Pkwy (West intersection)
• Add crosswalk on Abrams Dr
• Install 25mph speed limit on Abrams Dr
• Conduct speed study at Marina Heights

The Traffic Advisory Committee reviewed seven action items and directed follow-up work on traffic safety measures. Public Works will install red curb at 9th & Lighthouse and 3rd & Boardwalk, and yellow striping at Abrams & Imjin. A crosswalk and 25 mph speed limit on Abrams Drive are being handled by the developer, with construction approval expected in Q2 2022. A guard rail study on Imjin Parkway will be considered for future funding.

• Directed PW to provide red curb at 9th & Lighthouse and 3rd & Boardwalk
• Directed PW to provide yellow striping at Abrams Dr & Imjin Pkwy
• Noted developer designing crosswalk into Phase 4 Improvements, approval expected Q2 2022
• Noted developer ordered 25 mph speed limit signs for Abrams Dr, coordinating placement
• Speed study exhibits for Marina Heights to be provided to Police Dept
• Guard rail study on Imjin Pkwy to be considered in Local Roadway Safety Plan
• Red curb at Carmel & Vaughn completed, no further action

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is holding a special meeting to consider adopting a resolution that recognizes a continuing local emergency and re-authorizes remote teleconference meetings for the City Council and its constituent bodies through March 3, 2022. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss potential and existing litigation, including cases involving water supply and groundwater plans, and labor negotiations. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main action being the remote meeting extension.

• Resolution to re-authorize remote teleconference meetings through March 3, 2022
• Closed session: one potential litigation case and five existing cases, including California American Water slant intake wells appeal and groundwater plan validity cases
• Closed session: labor negotiations with unrepresented employees (e.g., Police Chief, Fire Chief)

The City Council held a special meeting on February 1, 2022, and approved the consent agenda, which included Resolution No. 2022-13 to re-authorize remote teleconference meetings through March 3, 2022, due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The council then adjourned to closed session to discuss litigation and labor negotiations, with no reportable action taken. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 2022-13 re-authorizing remote meetings (5-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for litigation and labor negotiations; no reportable action

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The January 27, 2022 Planning Commission meeting is cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or decided. The agenda includes only procedural boilerplate and notices about remote participation.

The Marina Planning Commission approved three items: removal of 20 trees at 3320 Abdy Way, a design review for converting the Burger King at 200 Reservation Road into a Starbucks, and a conditional use permit for a temporary monument sign for the Hampton Inn at 120 Reservation Road. All motions passed with unanimous votes, with one commissioner absent. The commission also postponed the election of Chair and Vice Chair to February 24.

• Approved tree removal at 3320 Abdy Way (20 trees, 11 Cypress and 9 Eucalypti) with 2:1 replacement on adjacent American Legion property (5-0-1-1-0)
• Approved Starbucks design review DR 2021-14 at 200 Reservation Road, including exterior upgrades and conditions (6-0-0-1-0)
• Approved conditional use permit UP 2021-04 for temporary monument sign at Hampton Inn, 120 Reservation Road (6-0-0-1-0)
• Postponed election of Chair and Vice Chair to February 24

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will consider a request to remove 22 trees at 3320 Abdy Way due to upcoming subdivision grading. The meeting also includes design reviews for a new Starbucks at 200 Reservation Road and a temporary sign permit for the Hampton Inn.

• Removal of 22 trees (12 Cypress, 10 Eucalyptus) at 3320 Abdy Way with a 2:1 replacement ratio
• Site and architectural design review for Starbucks at 200 Reservation Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a temporary monument sign at Hampton Inn, 120 Reservation Road
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Marina Planning Commission held a special meeting and approved three items: a resolution recommending removal of 20 trees at 3320 Abdy Way, a design review for converting a Burger King to a Starbucks at 200 Reservation Road, and a conditional use permit for a temporary sign for the Hampton Inn. The tree removal and Starbucks approvals passed with votes of 5-0-1-1-0 and 6-0-0-1-0 respectively, while the sign permit passed 6-0-0-1-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the election of Chair and Vice Chair was postponed to February 24.

• Approved resolution recommending removal of 20 trees at 3320 Abdy Way (5-0-1-1-0)
• Approved design review DR 2021-14 for Starbucks conversion at 200 Reservation Road (6-0-0-1-0)
• Approved conditional use permit UP 2021-04 for Hampton Inn temporary sign at 120 Reservation Road (6-0-0-1-0)
• Postponed election of Chair and Vice Chair to February 24

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council approved a Conditional Airport Use Permit for Joby Aero, Inc. to use ramp space at the Marina Municipal Airport for aircraft flight testing, with revisions incorporated. The council also directed staff to explore funding options for city facilities and staffing, including a Utility Users Tax (UUT) increase to 4-6%, a $30 million general obligation bond, and ranking city facilities, while considering exemptions for low-income residents.

• Approved Resolution 2022-12 for Joby Aero conditional airport use permit (5-0)
• Directed staff to study UUT rates of 4-6% for funding needs
• Directed staff to explore a $30 million GO bond for facilities
• Directed staff to rank city facilities and consider pared-down options
• Directed staff to find legal exemptions for low-income residents from taxes/bonds

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will consider awarding two construction contracts: one for the Annual Street Resurfacing 2021 Phase 2 Project to Precision Grade Inc. for $1,742,295, and another for the Glorya Jean-Tate Park Site Improvements and Pump Track Project to Monterey Peninsula Engineering for $982,700. The agenda also includes consent items such as approving a $358,000 records management system, accepting a $45,086 tobacco grant, and authorizing a conditional airport use permit for Joby Aero. Closed session will discuss property negotiations for Buildings 535 and 529 at Neeson Road and the appointment of a City Attorney.

• Award street resurfacing contract to Precision Grade Inc. for $1,742,295
• Award Glorya Jean-Tate Park improvements and pump track contract for $982,700
• Approve $358,000 cloud-based records management system from MARK43 over 5 years
• Accept $45,086 Tobacco Grant Program funds from State DOJ
• Authorize Conditional Airport Use Permit for Joby Aero for flight testing

The Marina City Council approved two major construction contracts: $1,742,295 for the Annual Street Resurfacing 2021 Phase 2 Project and $982,700 for the Glorya Jean-Tate Park Site Improvements and Pump Track Project. The council also tabled a conditional airport use permit for Joby Aero, Inc. until the company meets with airport tenants. All other consent agenda items were approved, including rejecting a claim and accepting a tobacco grant.

• Approved $1,742,295 street resurfacing contract to Precision Grade Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $982,700 Glorya Jean-Tate Park improvements contract to Monterey Peninsula Engineering (5-0)
• Tabled Joby Aero conditional airport use permit until after tenant meetings (5-0)
• Rejected Frank Lambert claim (4-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda minus pulled items (5-0)
• Approved $45,086 tobacco grant acceptance
• Approved $358,000 Records Management System purchase from MARK43
• Approved MOU with Management Employees Association of Marina

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for January 13, 2022 has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2022 at 6:30 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting: January 27, 2022, 6:30 PM, City Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Avenue

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two main items: authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Hotel Development Agreement with Dadwal Management Group for a hotel site at The Dunes at Monterey Bay, and adopting a resolution to continue remote teleconferenced meetings through February 10, 2022, due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The meeting also includes a closed session for real property negotiations and potential litigation.

• Hotel Development Agreement with Dadwal Management Group for Opportunity Site 1a at The Dunes
• Resolution to re-authorize remote meetings under Brown Act for Jan 11 – Feb 10, 2022
• Closed session: real property negotiations for portion of 'Hotel Site' at The Dunes
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on one potential litigation case

The City Council approved a hotel development agreement with Dadwal Management Group for the Dunes at Monterey Bay, authorizing the City Manager to finalize terms. The agreement covers development of hotels on Opportunity Site 1A, with a $1 million contingency on a $73 million project. The council also approved a resolution to continue remote teleconferenced meetings through February 10, 2022.

• Approved Resolution 2022-03 authorizing hotel development agreement with Dadwal Management Group (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-02 to continue remote meetings through February 10, 2022 (5-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a public hearing to receive testimony and consider adopting a resolution on draft revised City Council voting district boundary maps. This is the third of four required hearings under the FAIR MAPS Act, following the 2020 Census. The public can submit comments and 48 draft maps have been received, with 21 meeting Voting Rights Act requirements.

• Public hearing on draft revised City Council voting district boundary maps
• 48 draft maps submitted by public; 21 meet Voting Rights Act requirements
• Deadline to adopt final district map is April 17, 2022
• Fourth public hearing scheduled for February 15, 2022
• Public outreach includes mailers to 11,000 addresses and workshops

The City Council held a public hearing on draft revised voting district boundary maps and adopted Resolution No. 2022-01, directing National Demographics Corporation to consider specific criteria, including attention to R-4 districts and combining Preston/Abrams with Central Marina. No map was selected or preferred. New maps may be submitted before February 1, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-01 directing NDC on map criteria (5-0)
• Directed NDC to pay attention to R-4 districts and combine Preston/Abrams with Central Marina
• Encouraged new map submissions before February 1, 2022
• Acknowledged Map 209 and Map 105 as examples but expressed no preference