Marina public meetings in 2023

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina has issued a notice that the Public Works Commission meeting scheduled for December 21, 2023, is canceled. The meeting is currently postponed until next month.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council and associated agencies will discuss updates to municipal codes and various professional service agreements. The body is deciding on new regulations for sidewalk and mobile food vending and considering a general facility bond measure.

• Ordinance No. 2023-15 to regulate Mobile Food Vending and sidewalk vending
• Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. for $33,647.50
• MOU Labor Agreement with the Marina Police Officers’ Association
• Proposed City General Facility Bond measure presentation by Team Civ X
• Addition of two Division Fire Chief and three firefighter positions

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission is holding a special hybrid meeting to consider two public hearing items: a site and architectural design review for a proposed gas station, convenience store, and carwash at the northwest corner of Del Monte Blvd and Imjin Parkway, and a draft update to the Coastal Hazards and Sea Level Rise Local Coastal Program (LCP) amendments. The commission will also review draft minutes from the November 30, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items like call to order, roll call, and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on Site and Architectural Design Review Application No. SAD23-000009 for a gas station, convenience store, and carwash at Del Monte Blvd and Imjin Parkway
• Public hearing on draft Coastal Hazards and Sea Level Rise LCP amendments, with motion to adopt PC Resolution 23-20 recommending approval to City Council
• Review of draft action minutes from November 30, 2023 Planning Commission meeting
• Meeting held in person at 211 Hillcrest Avenue and virtually via Zoom

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The General Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review what constitutes a 'complete city' and identify missing land uses in Marina. The committee will conduct an area-by-area discussion to brainstorm potential land use ideas.

• Presentation on complete city components and missing land uses
• Area-by-area brainstorming session for land use ideas
• Public comment period

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council and associated commissions are holding a special meeting consisting of a closed session. The body will meet with legal counsel to discuss two cases regarding anticipated or initiated litigation.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding two litigation cases

Recreation & Cultural Services Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Recreation & Cultural Services Commission will hold a regular meeting to swear in new commissioners, elect a chair and vice chair, and receive a presentation on the Brown Act and Public Records Act. The consent agenda includes resolutions approving a recreation scholarship program and an agreement with Monterey Bay Moves, Inc. for group fitness classes. The commission will also receive a report on department activities.

• Swearing in of new commissioners Shawn Adams, Mia Nguyen, and Lisa Rike
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Resolution No. 2023-118 approving creation of a Recreation and Cultural Services Scholarship program
• Resolution No. 2023-119 approving agreement with Monterey Bay Moves, Inc. for group fitness classes
• Presentation from City Attorney on Brown Act and Public Records Act

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will hold public hearings to approve the Sixth Cycle Housing Element and introduce an ordinance regulating mobile food and sidewalk vending. The body will also review an odor attribution study and design plans for Del Monte Boulevard improvements.

• Public hearing for the Sixth Cycle Housing Element
• Proposed ordinance to regulate mobile food and sidewalk vending
• Accounts payable totaling $1,207,425.08
• Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. for $33,647.50
• Approval of Phase 4B Final Map for Sea Haven Development Project Subdivision

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider three action items: speeding on Marina Heights, a sign at De Forest/Reservation Rd, and an accident at 9th and Lighthouse. No discussion items are listed. The public may comment up to four minutes per item.

• Marina Heights speeding review
• Sign at De Forest/Reservation Rd
• Accident at 9th and Lighthouse

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Final Sixth Cycle Housing Element. The body will consider adopting a motion to recommend that the City Council review the document and forward it to the State HCD for a 60-day review period.

• Public hearing on the Final Sixth Cycle Housing Element
• Consideration of CEQA exemption for the Housing Element project
• Approval of Planning Commission draft meeting minutes from November 9, 2023

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 23, 2023, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will discuss a 24-month agreement for Automated License Plate Reader cameras and various public improvement agreements with Shea Homes, LP. The body is also reviewing property negotiations for the Marina Municipal Airport and the creation of a needs-based recreation assistance program.

• Leasing 20 Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Cameras from Flock Group, Inc. for up to $130,000
• Phase 2 North and West/Residential Public Improvement Agreements with Shea Homes, LP
• Professional Services Agreement with Design Path Studio for pre-approved ADU building plans
• Property negotiations for 721 Neeson Road, Hangar 524, and 3200 Imjin Road
• Approval of the Phase 2 West/Residential Final Map for The Dunes on Monterey Bay Development Project

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council and several associated commissions and non-profit corporations are holding a special meeting. The primary purpose of this session is to discuss a public employment appointment for the City Attorney in a closed session.

• Closed session regarding the appointment of the City Attorney

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council and several associated commissions and agencies are holding a special meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is a closed session to discuss a public employment appointment.

• Closed session regarding the appointment of the City Attorney

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Public Works Commission will receive a presentation on the downtown landscaping, streetscape, and road diet and provide input. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April and June 2023 meetings. No other major action items are listed.

• Presentation on downtown landscaping, streetscape, and road diet
• Approval of minutes from 4/20/23 and 6/15/23 meetings

Tree Committee Agendas & Minutes

The Tree Committee is holding a continued public hearing regarding the removal of seven trees as part of the Marina Station project development. The committee will consider recommending that the Community Development Director approve the removal of three coast live oaks and three Monterey cypresses, with all healthy removed trees to be replaced at a 2:1 ratio.

• Public hearing for Marina Station Tree Removal Permit TP23-04
• Proposed removal of seven trees (including coast live oaks and Monterey cypresses) at APN 175-011-038 et al
• Requirement for a 2:1 replacement ratio for all healthy trees removed

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Project and a presentation from the General Plan consultant on draft vision and guiding principles. The agenda includes consent items, public comment opportunities, and a possible special meeting discussion. No public hearings or action items are listed.

• Update on Pre-Approved ADU Project funded by PLHA HCD funds
• General Plan consultant (Raimi and Associates) presentation on draft vision and guiding principles
• Consent agenda: approval of October 26, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of possible special Planning Commission meeting on December 21

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council will discuss a Broadband Strategic Plan and provide input on the Draft Downtown Specific Plan. The body is deciding on several contracts, including a general building improvements agreement and a public safety building HVAC replacement.

• General Building Improvements On-Call Contract 2023 with Pueblo Construction Inc. not to exceed $1,000,000 annually
• Ordinance adding Chapter 17.68 to the Marina Municipal Code regarding Temporary Use Permits
• Accounts payable totaling $1,201,516.10
• Agreement with Della Mora Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning, Inc. to replace public safety building HVAC unit
• Acceptance of $1,050 in cash donations from various local entities

Traffic Advisory Committee

The City of Marina's Traffic Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 7, 2023, has been canceled and postponed until next month. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled and postponed to next month

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amending the Sea Haven Master Signing Program to allow additional temporary freestanding signs in the Sea Haven Residential Development. They will also receive an informational update on the Draft Downtown Specific Plan and hold a scoping meeting for the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on that plan. The meeting includes consent agenda items for approving draft minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing on Sea Haven Master Sign Program Amendment (Sign Permit Application SG 2023-xx) to allow additional temporary freestanding signs
• Informational update on Draft Downtown Specific Plan and Notice of Preparation (NOP) for EIR
• Consent agenda: approval of draft minutes from September 14, September 28, and October 12, 2023 meetings
• General Plan Update presented by Planning Services Manager Alyson Hunter

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Public Works Commission meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023, has been canceled and postponed until next month. The notice provides no other agenda items or business to discuss.

• Meeting of October 19, 2023, canceled
• Postponed until next month

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will consider routine consent items including labor agreements, acceptance of completed park and pedestrian projects, and two ordinances on affordable housing and a street-cut moratorium. A public hearing will introduce a new chapter on Temporary Use Permits. The council will also receive the police department's annual military equipment report and approve an amendment to the storm water program contract.

• Accounts payable totaling $982,974.59
• MOU with UWUA, MMEA, MPOA, and unrepresented employees
• Acceptance of Glorya Jean-Tate Park Site Improvements and Pump Track Project
• Ordinance 2023-12 amending Affordable Housing Overlay (17.48.130)
• Ordinance 2023-13 adding moratorium on cutting reconstructed or slurry sealed streets

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

This is a special joint study session of the Marina City Council and Planning Commission, held in person and virtually. The main agenda item is a study session on the Marina Objective Design Standards, with draft documents provided. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, public comments, and staff updates.

• Study session on Marina Objective Design Standards (draft documents attached)
• Public comment opportunities via Zoom and email
• Land acknowledgement recognizing Esselen and Ohlone/Costanoan peoples
• Ex parte communications disclosure for quasi-judicial matters

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint study session to receive a presentation on the draft Objective Design Standards (ODS) for residential and mixed-use projects. The public can comment, and the bodies will provide direction to staff and the consultant. No formal action is taken at this session; a final draft will go to the Planning Commission and then the City Council for adoption.

• Draft Objective Design Standards for single-family, multi-family, and mixed-use projects, with an architectural styles appendix
• Standards apply to new single-family developments of two or more units and all multi-family/mixed-use projects
• Exempt from CEQA review (Section 15378)
• Funded by REAP 1.0 grant from CA HCD and General Plan Update fees
• Standards do not apply in Special Plan areas (Sea Haven, the Dunes, Marina Station, DVSP) or Coastal zone until LCP amended

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a special meeting of the Marina City Council held solely for a welcome reception. The only action item is a proclamation acknowledging the Sister City relationship with Namwon, South Korea, and welcoming their delegation. No other business is scheduled.

• Welcome reception for Sister City delegation from Namwon, South Korea
• Presentation of proclamation acknowledging Sister City relationship

Tree Committee Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Tree Committee regular meeting scheduled for October 11, 2023, was canceled due to a lack of a quorum. A special meeting is now scheduled for October 18, 2023.

• Cancellation of October 11, 2023, regular meeting
• Scheduling of Special Meeting for October 18, 2023, at 5:30 PM
• Next regular meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024, at 6:30 PM

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review results from the first community questionnaire. The committee will also discuss the draft Vision Statement, Guiding Principles, and the analysis of land use opportunity areas.

• Review of Questionnaire #1 Results
• Review of Draft Vision Statement & Guiding Principles
• Presentation on land use opportunity area analysis

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one to amend the Affordable Housing Overlay to align with recent legal precedent, and another to impose a moratorium on cutting reconstructed or slurry sealed streets. The consent agenda includes approving $673,428.04 in accounts payable, accepting a REAP 2.0 grant, and releasing performance security for Sea Haven Phase 3 improvements. The meeting is hybrid, with public comment opportunities.

• Public hearing on Ordinance amending Marina Municipal Code Section 17.48.130 (Affordable Housing Overlay) for legal consistency
• Public hearing on Ordinance adding Chapter 15.60: Moratorium on cutting reconstructed or slurry sealed streets
• Resolution to accept REAP 2.0 grant funding and select a consultant
• Resolution to release $6,065,795.24 in performance security for Sea Haven Phase 3, accepting $673,977.25 substitute bond
• Accounts payable totaling $673,428.04 (checks 103186-103263)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance regulating mobile food and sidewalk vending. The commission will also receive a presentation on the Below Market Rate (BMR) housing program and approve meeting minutes. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Public hearing on mobile food vending ordinance amending Title 10 of the Marina Municipal Code
• Below Market Rate Program special presentation by Assistant City Manager Matt Mogensen
• Approval of Planning Commission draft minutes from September 14, 2023

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Public Works Commission meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023, has been canceled and postponed until next month. The notice provides no further details or agenda items.

• Meeting cancellation notice dated September 12, 2023

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a hybrid meeting with a closed session on property negotiations, followed by an open session. Key actions include introducing an ordinance to add pump track rules to the skate park code, approving a lease with New Cingular Wireless for a telecommunications facility, and receiving information on a facilities bond measure. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as accounts payable totaling $1,209,293.93 and several resolutions.

• Closed session negotiations for property at 3200 Imjin Road with Joby Aero Inc. and APN 031-201-005-000 with KATMO Seaside LLC
• Ordinance to amend Marina Municipal Code Chapter 12.25 to include pump track rules
• Lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for telecom facility at California and 3rd Avenue
• Resolution authorizing $55,655.14 for emergency fire sprinkler repairs at 721 Neeson Road, Building 533
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 4 Motorola Mobile Radios and $1 million pollution legal liability insurance

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending an ordinance to the City Council that amends the affordable housing overlay to require a minimum density of 20 dwelling units per acre, aligning with recent legal precedent. The commission will also receive an informational update on the Seahaven project from the developer. The meeting is conducted remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 local emergency.

• Public hearing on Marina Affordable Housing Overlay Ordinance with minimum density of 20 dwelling units per acre
• Informational presentation by Seahaven developer on project status
• Approval of draft action meeting minutes from August 10, 2023
• Remote participation via Zoom (Webinar ID: 842 8757 8704) and phone (1-669-900-9128)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will discuss public engagement and outreach for a potential ballot measure to issue a general obligation bond for constructing a Police/Fire/Community Center and other city facilities. The estimated cost is around $50 million, with an estimated $29 per month cost to the average homeowner. The council will also discuss Project Room Key operations at the Country Inn.

• Discussion on public engagement for potential bond measure for Police/Fire/Community Center and City Facilities
• Discussion regarding Project Room Key operations at the Country Inn
• Estimated $50 million cost for new facilities, with $29/month cost to average household
• TeamCivX consulting services for outreach and messaging
• Council and staff informational reports

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The General Plan Advisory Committee will review Existing Conditions Reports and work to confirm the 'Plan Drivers' for the development of the plan. The committee will also continue discussions on Vision and Values and review upcoming community engagement activities.

• Discussion and confirmation of 'Plan Drivers'
• Review of Existing Conditions Reports
• Continued discussion of Vision and Values
• Review of completed and upcoming community engagement activities

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council, along with several related boards, will meet to consider routine consent items, adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budgets, and discuss a potential bond measure for new police/fire/community facilities. The agenda also includes closed-session litigation and labor negotiations, plus presentations on tsunami readiness and a below-market-rate homes program.

• Adopt FY 2023-24 budgets (Resolution 2023-)
• Discuss bond measure for Police/Fire/Community Center and City Facilities
• Adopt tobacco retailer license ordinance (Ordinance 2023-09)
• Adopt smoke-free public place ordinance (Ordinance 2023-10)
• Accept $385,000 SAFER grant for reserve firefighters

The City Council approved a consent agenda that included new tobacco retailer licensing and smoke-free public place ordinances. The council also accepted grants for alcohol beverage control and firefighter recruitment. No reportable actions were taken during the closed session.

• Approved accounts payable totaling $1,115,222.79 (5-0)
• Approved August 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted $56,986.00 ABC-APP Grant via Resolution 2023-88 (5-0)
• Accepted $385,000 SAFER Grant for Reserve Firefighters via Resolution 2023-89 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-90 supporting SB800 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-09 adding Tobacco retailer license chapter (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-10 adding Smoke Free Public Place chapter (5-0)

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider and possibly act on a list of traffic-related items, including revisiting center line measurements on Abrams Dr/Preston Rd and a red curb review at Fehring/Messinger. Other items include parking at Ramada Hotel, a proposed red curb at 2nd Ave/9th Street, adding stop signs at 3rd Ave/8th Ave/9th Street/Lighthouse Lane, and addressing speeding concerns on Susan Ave and in the Interim Housing area. The agenda is action-oriented with no discussion items listed.

• Revisit Abrams Dr/Preston Rd center line measurements from 5/2/23
• Review red curb at Fehring/Messinger
• Proposed red curb at 2nd Ave/9th Street
• Adding stop sign to 3rd Ave/8th Ave/9th Street/Lighthouse Lane
• Interim Housing speeding concerns (Bayonet Court/Circle/Abrams Dr) - signs/speed bumps/crosswalks

The committee reviewed several site surveys and approved the installation or adjustment of red curbs at multiple intersections to improve sight distance. Requests for new stop signs on 3rd Ave and Susan Ave were denied based on traffic volume data.

• Recommended red curb at Abrams Dr/Preston Rd up to 12 feet width from tree to stop bar
• Approved removal of previous red curb at Fehring/Messinger based on revised site distance
• Approved re-establishing and adding red curb at Ramada Hotel driveway
• Approved adding 15 feet of red curb at 2nd Ave/9th Street
• Denied stop sign request for 3rd Ave/8th Ave/9th Street/Lighthouse Lane due to insufficient volume
• Denied stop sign request for Susan Ave and Melanie based on speed survey data
• Approved installation of 'Watch for Children' sign at Abdy and Cardoza intersection

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for August 24, 2023, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on September 14, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. in the City Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for September 14, 2023, at 6:30 P.M.

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Commission received informational presentations on the City's Pavement Management Program and Moratorium websites. No substantive actions were taken on agenda items, and approval of previous meeting minutes was deferred due to a lack of quorum.

• Deferred approval of 4/20/23 minutes (lack of quorum)
• Deferred approval of 6/15/23 minutes (lack of quorum)

Tree Committee Agendas & Minutes

The Tree Committee will meet to review the city's current recommended tree list and establish a two-member subcommittee. The committee will also discuss unpermitted tree removal enforcement and develop a work plan for the next two years.

• Formation of a two-member Tree List Subcommittee
• Review of the City of Marina 2001 Recommended Tree List
• Discussion of unpermitted tree removal enforcement procedures
• Establishment of a two-year Tree Committee work plan
• Approval of March 8, 2023, and May 24, 2023, meeting minutes

The Tree Committee appointed a two-member subcommittee to revise the city's recommended tree list for suitability and horticulture. The committee also discussed a two-year work plan covering tree health, inventory, and ordinance reviews.

• Approved March 8 and May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1-0)
• Appointed Greg Simmons and Jackie Gardner to the Tree List Subcommittee (4-0-1-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is holding a public hearing to consider introducing two ordinances: one establishing a comprehensive tobacco retailer license and another creating a smoke-free public place. The council will also act on consent items including accounts payable of $2,589,614.41, rejecting three claims, and approving several resolutions and agreements, including a $500,000 grant application for the Local Coastal Program update and a lease with New Cingular Wireless for a telecommunications facility.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023- (Comprehensive Tobacco Retailer License) and Ordinance 2023- (Smoke Free Public Place)
• Resolution authorizing $500,000 grant application to California Coastal Commission for Local Coastal Program update
• Lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for telecom facility at California and 3rd Avenue
• Lease agreement with Desert Star Systems, LLC for 3261 Imjin Road (Building 518) at Marina Municipal Airport
• Accounts payable totaling $2,589,614.41 (checks 102789-102954)

The City Council approved a settlement in the Frank Lambert litigation and advanced two ordinances regarding tobacco retailer licensing and smoke-free public places. The council also approved a series of consent items, including accounts payable and grant applications.

• Approved $42,500 settlement for Frank Lambert vs. City of Marina
• Approved introducing Ordinance 2023-09 (Tobacco Retailer License) and Ordinance 2023-10 (Smoke Free Public Place) (4-0-1)
• Approved accounts payable totaling $2,589,614.41 (4-0-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-81 for a $497,120 grant application to the California Coastal Commission (4-0-1)
• Rejected claims from Michael Castillo, Juanita Lozano Castillo, and Israel A. Castillo (4-0-1)
• Approved lease agreement with Desert Star Systems, LLC for 3261 Imjin Road (4-0-1)
• Approved extension of CSG Consultants, Inc. contract to June 30, 2025 (4-0-1)
• Postponed lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending that the City Council add Chapter 17.68 regarding Temporary Use Permits to the Marina Municipal Code. The proposal includes an exemption for non-profit and individual fundraisers for events occurring no more than four days per year.

• Approved June 22, 2023 Action Minutes (6-0)
• Approved Draft Housing Element Matrix (6-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt ordinance adding Chapter 17.68 (Temporary Use Permits) to Marina Municipal Code (6-0)

Tree Committee Agendas & Minutes

The Tree Committee will meet to nominate two members to a new subcommittee tasked with reviewing and updating the city's recommended tree list. The committee will also discuss unpermitted tree removal enforcement and establish a work plan for the next two years.

• Formation of a two-member Tree List Subcommittee
• Review of the City of Marina 2001 Recommended Tree List
• Discussion on unpermitted tree removal enforcement procedures
• Establishment of a two-year Tree Committee work plan

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council is meeting in a hybrid format for a regular session that includes a closed session to evaluate the performance of the City Manager, an unrepresented employee. No other substantive action items are listed on the agenda, which is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session: Performance evaluation of City Manager (unrepresented employee) under CA Govt. Code Section 54957(b)(1)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting on July 27, 2023, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancellation notice dated July 13, 2023
• Next meeting: August 10, 2023, 6:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Avenue

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council, along with several other boards, will hold a special meeting to receive a staff presentation on the proposed FY 2023-2024 and FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Airport Capital Improvement Program (ACIP) budgets. The council will provide direction toward adopting these budgets, which fund various infrastructure, safety, and quality-of-life projects. Funding sources include the General Fund, Measure X sales tax, impact fees, and grants.

• Annual Street Resurfacing: $10.3M (FY 23/24) and $7.4M (FY 24/25) from Measure X, SB1, General Fund, Bond
• Imjin Parkway and 3rd Avenue Traffic Signal: $943,650 HSIP grant, $113,850 RSTP
• Police Body and Car Cameras: $760,000 from General Fund
• City Hall and Council Chambers Deferred Maintenance: $1,000,000 from General Fund
• Dunes Park Development: $1,500,000 from General Fund

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-80 after receiving a presentation on the proposed FY 2023-2024 and FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Airport Capital Improvement Program (ACIP) budgets. The council provided specific directives to staff regarding project prioritization and funding allocations.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-80 regarding CIP and ACIP budget direction
• Directed staff to expedite repairs of the failed wood deck at Los Arboles Sports Complex
• Prioritized 1 to 2 new baseball sports fields at Preston Park over the Dunes Park baseball field
• Directed staff to use $1.7 million from Sea Haven developer for Salinas Avenue widening project plans
• Allocated money for body and car cams, with staff to return regarding technology and costs
• Directed staff to investigate street light reimbursement history and damage claims
• Directed staff to find funding for team center improvements and the rec trail
• Directed staff to review Tier 3 projects and apply $1 million state grant for the senior center toward the $500,000 community center

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The July 20, 2023, Public Works Commission meeting was canceled. The agenda contains only procedural items and no substantive business will be conducted.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a hybrid meeting with a closed session for labor negotiations and a City Manager performance evaluation, followed by an open session. The consent agenda includes approving $1,860,901.64 in accounts payable, a conditional airport use permit for Joby Aero, Inc., and resolutions on a special tax district and a tech hub grant. Other action items include adopting housing area budgets, discussing the Capital Improvement Program, and discussing a $1,000,000 grant for the Marina Senior Center.

• Accounts payable totaling $1,860,901.64 (checks 102698-102788) and $2,737.62 for the Successor Agency
• Conditional Airport Use Permit for Joby Aero, Inc. for flight testing at Marina Municipal Airport
• Resolution supporting Salinas Valley Tech Hub grant submission
• Adoption of Abrams B and Preston Park housing area budgets for FY 2023-24
• Discussion of $1,000,000 grant for Marina Senior Center

The City Council approved a consent agenda that included a conditional airport use permit for aircraft flight testing and the levy of a special tax for The Dunes. The council also approved accounts payable totaling $1,860,901.64 and $2,737.62 for the Successor Agency.

• Approved Conditional Airport Use Permit for Joby Aero, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved special tax levy for Community Facilities District No. 2015-1 (The Dunes) (5-0)
• Approved support for Salinas Valley Tech Hub grant submission (5-0)
• Approved accounts payable totaling $1,860,901.64 (5-0)
• Approved Successor Agency accounts payable totaling $2,737.62 (5-0)
• Approved July 5, 2023, Regular City Council Meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for July 13, 2023, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

• Meeting cancellation due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for July 27, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.

Tree Committee Agendas & Minutes

The Tree Committee meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023, was canceled due to lack of agenda items.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a public hearing to review the draft sixth cycle housing element and consider forwarding it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for a 90-day review. The council will also consider consent items including accounts payable totaling $868,496.45, a resolution to apply for a REAP 2.0 grant for affordable housing, and an ordinance updating Marina Municipal Airport rules. Closed session includes real property negotiations for several properties.

• Public hearing on draft Sixth Cycle Housing Element, forwarding to HCD for 90-day review
• Accounts payable checks totaling $868,496.45
• Resolution to apply for AMBAG REAP 2.0 grant for affordable housing projects
• Ordinance No. 2023-08 repealing and replacing Marina Municipal Code Chapter 13.22 (Airport rules)
• Closed session real property negotiations for Los Animas Concrete, Desert Star Systems, Del Monte/Palm property, and Marina Municipal Airport

The City Council approved the Draft Sixth Cycle Housing Element to begin a 90-day review period with the State HCD. The council also passed a consent agenda including accounts payable and several resolutions related to grants and infrastructure.

• Approved Draft Sixth Cycle Housing Element for state review (4-0-1-0)
• Approved $868,496.45 in accounts payable (4-0-1-0)
• Approved June 20, 2032, meeting minutes (4-0-1-0)
• Rejected claim by Sunny Siahatgar (4-0-1-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-69 for REAP 2.0 affordable housing grant application (4-0-1-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-70 for Imjin Parkway Widening conservation easement (4-0-1-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-71 to accept AFG grant #EMW-2022-FG-08889 (4-0-1-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-08 updating Marina Municipal Airport rules (4-0-1-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Draft Housing Element and consider recommending that the City Council forward it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a 90-day review period. The draft is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (Infill Development). The meeting also includes a consent agenda with draft minutes from May 25 and June 8, 2023, and a presentation of a PLHA grant award letter.

• Public hearing on Draft Housing Element for 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
• Recommendation to forward Draft Housing Element to state HCD for 90-day review
• PLHA Grant Award Letter presented by Carlos Nuno, State HCD Representative
• Consent agenda: approval of draft minutes from May 25 and June 8, 2023

The Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending that the City Council review the Draft Sixth Cycle Housing Element and forward it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for a 90-day review period.

• Approved Draft Action Minutes from May 25, 2023 and June 8, 2023 (6-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council forward Draft Sixth Cycle Housing Element to State Housing Community Development for 90-day review (6-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a hybrid meeting on June 20, 2023, with a closed session for a city manager performance evaluation, followed by an open session. The council will consider consent items including accounts payable of $777,774.86, a special tax levy for Community Facilities District No. 2007-2 (Locke Paddon), and an ordinance amending housing-related sections of the Marina Municipal Code. A public hearing will continue on repealing and replacing the Marina Municipal Airport chapter. Other action items include receiving a pavement management program presentation, adopting an SB 1 road projects list, and amending meeting rules.

• Accounts payable totaling $777,774.86 (checks 102537-102632)
• Special tax levy for Community Facilities District No. 2007-2 (Locke Paddon) for FY 2023-24
• Ordinance amending housing sections 17.04, 17.06, 17.08, 17.10, 17.12, 17.16, 17.22, 17.45, 17.48.040, 17.48.050 and adding 17.51
• Public hearing on repealing and replacing Marina Municipal Code Chapter 13.22 (Airport) and adopting rules and regulations
• Adopting updated list of SB 1 road projects for FY 2023-24

The City Council approved an ordinance updating the Marina Municipal Airport code and adopted an updated list of road projects funded by SB 1. The Council also approved several resolutions regarding fiscal year appropriations and special taxes. A recommendation for committee assignments was continued to July 5, 2023.

• Approved accounts payable totaling $777,774.86 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-62 and 2023-63 regarding special taxes for Community Facilities District No. 2007-2 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-64 for FY 2023-24 appropriations and ARPA revenue loss allowance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-65 establishing FY 2023-24 appropriations limit (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-07 amending Marina Municipal Code sections pertaining to housing (5-0)
• Approved introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-08 updating Marina Municipal Airport rules and standards (5-0)
• Adopted updated FY 2023-24 project list funded by SB 1 Road Repair and Accountability Act (5-0)
• Amended Rules and Procedures for the Conduct of Meetings with six specific modifications (5-0)

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Public Works Commission is meeting to consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting. The main discussion will be a presentation and input on recommended additions to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for collector streets. No other major actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from 3/16/23 meeting
• Presentation and input on recommended CIP additions for collector streets

The Commission discussed a three-year pavement management program totaling $21 million, including the reconstruction of 33 residential streets. Members also reviewed proposed additions to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) covering road extensions, intersection improvements, and facility maintenance.

• Deferred approval of 04/20/23 meeting minutes
• Discussed $21M pavement program including $11.5M for 33 residential streets
• Reviewed $1M proposed budget for Hwy 1 Imjin/Downtown Interchange initiation
• Reviewed $3.5M for 8th Street Extension
• Reviewed $3M for California Ave improvements
• Reviewed $1M for Salinas Ave Widening design
• Reviewed $1M for City Hall and Council Chambers deferred maintenance
• Reviewed $250,000 for Building Access Control and Security

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed ordinance to amend Title 17 regarding Live-Work Mixed Use development. The Commission will consider making a recommendation to the City Council for adoption.

• Public Hearing: Live-Work Zoning Amendment to Title 17

The Planning Commission took action on a proposed ordinance to amend Title 17 regarding Live-Work Mixed Use development. The commission voted to postpone the matter for further consideration.

• Motion to return the Municipal Code change regarding Live-Work Mixed Use development to the Planning Commission on July 13, 2023 (6-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed 6% fireworks cost recovery fee and amendments to the Marina Municipal Code housing sections. The council will also consider consent items including a $1,000,000 on-call engineering contract, utility easement, and Proposition 218 assessments, plus a mural design and meeting rules changes.

• Public hearing: 6% Fireworks Cost Recovery Fee added to Master Fee Schedule
• Public hearing: Ordinance amending housing code sections 17.04-17.51
• Consent: Award Municipal Improvements On-Call Contract 2023 to Monterey Peninsula Engineering, up to $1,000,000/year
• Consent: Approve utility easement at City Corporation Yard, 2660 5th Avenue
• Consent: Approve Sister City MOUs with Izunokuni, Japan and Namwon, South Korea

The City Council approved a new fireworks cost recovery fee and introduced amendments to the municipal code regarding housing. The council also authorized a municipal improvements contract and certified landscape maintenance assessments for three districts.

• Approved 6% Fireworks Cost Recovery Fee (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance to amend Marina Municipal Code housing sections (5-0)
• Approved $1M annual contract for Municipal Improvements On-Call Contract 2023 with Monterey Peninsula Engineering
• Approved creation of utility easement at City Corporation Yard (2660 5th Avenue)
• Certified FY 2023-2024 landscape maintenance assessments for Cypress Cove II, Seabreeze, and Monterey Bay Estates
• Approved amended MOU for food waste reduction and organics recycling (SB 1383)
• Accepted completion of projects under Municipal Improvements On-Call Contact 2020
• Approved accounts payable totaling $1,246,458.33 and Successor Agency payments of $6,887.50

Traffic Advisory Committee

The June 6, 2023 Traffic Advisory Committee meeting is cancelled. The agenda lists no discussion items and only two action items that were previously revisited from the May 2 meeting, but no decisions will be made at this time.

• Meeting cancelled
• Abrams Dr/Preston Rd center line measurements revisit (from 5/2/23)
• Fehring/Messinger red curb review revisit (from 5/2/23)

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

The committee will review identified guiding principles and key issues for the City's General Plan. Members will participate in a mapping exercise to distinguish areas for new development from those for conservation.

• Review of draft guiding principles
• Vision mapping activity for growth and conservation locations
• Discussion on future community engagement activities

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council, along with several related boards, will hold a special budget study session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 operating and capital improvement budgets. The discussion will focus on Council priorities from the Consolidated Project List, the Capital Improvement Program, and available funding. No final budget decisions will be made; the session is for receiving information and providing direction to staff.

• Discussion of FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 operating and capital improvement budgets
• Review of Council priorities from the Consolidated Project List (e.g., Preston/Abrams Parking Management Plan, Sports/Aquatic Center design, Del Monte/2nd Ave connection)
• Overview of ongoing revenues and expenses, including $2 million annual water litigation costs
• Proposed increases: $1.7 million in salaries/benefits, $200,000 for City Attorney (to $800,000)
• Funding for reserves: $500,000/year emergency reserve, $900,000/year vehicle/equipment, $1.6 million/year Measure X road repairs

The City Council held a special budget study session to discuss the Operating and Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budgets. Council approved a motion directing staff to return with a revised version of the CIP list incorporating 12 specific directives regarding funding, maintenance, and project ranking.

• Directed staff to provide a chart connecting available funds to specific projects (3-0)
• Recommended deconstructing the Hayes Circle duplexes (3-0)
• Directed staff to consider a policy to set aside 0.5% of CIP project funds annually (3-0)
• Requested a contract proposal for restroom cleaning and operations at the pump track (3-0)
• Requested staff to fix the roof at City Hall and Council Chambers (3-0)
• Directed high priority and funding for landscape medians on Reservation Rd and Del Monte Blvd (3-0)
• Requested funding for ballfield maintenance at Preston Park and Los Arboles Sports Complex (3-0)
• Ranked the growth of Joby at the airport as #2 on the project list (3-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission is considering a resolution to approve a conditional use permit for a 'monopine' wireless facility in Cypress Knolls. The meeting will also include updates on SB 684 and the Fifth Cycle Housing Element.

• Public hearing for Cypress Knolls cell tower (CUP22-02) at California Ave. and 3rd Ave.
• Approval of April 27, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Information regarding SB 684
• Information regarding the Fifth Cycle Housing Element approved by HCD

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a new "monopine" wireless facility. The approval included a requirement to ensure the structure has a natural appearance rather than a cylindrical look.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. CUP22-02 for 89-foot wireless facility (4-3)
• Approved April 27, 2023 Action Minutes (7-0)

Tree Committee Agendas & Minutes

The Tree Committee will review an informational item about the emergency removal of a hazardous Eucalyptus tree on 295 Reservation Road due to storm damage and potential infrastructure risks.

• Emergency tree removal permit TR2023-05 for hazardous Eucalyptus tree at 295 Reservation Road
• Property owner must plant two replacement Grecian Laurel trees within 90 days

The Tree Committee held a special meeting to elect its leadership. The committee also received informational updates regarding emergency tree removal and committee bylaws.

• Appointed Greg Simmons as Chair (4-0-1)
• Appointed Jackie Gardner as Vice Chair (4-0-1)

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Public Works Commission meeting scheduled for May 18, 2023, has been canceled and postponed until next month. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice, with no other items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled for May 18, 2023
• Postponed to next month

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 16, 2023, covering routine consent items, public hearings on landscape assessment districts, and several action items. Key decisions include establishing a Capital Investment Incentive Program for a potential future agreement with Joby Aviation, approving a grant application for the Reservation Road & Del Monte Boulevard improvements, and setting new Green Waste Recovery rates.

• Approve $40,000 transfer from Impact Fee accounts for Public Facilities Impact Fee Study Update
• Approve RSTP grant application for Reservation Road & Del Monte Boulevard Operational & Safety Improvements Project
• Establish Capital Investment Incentive Program for potential Joby Aviation agreement
• Public hearings on FY 2023-24 assessments for Cypress Cove II ($180.78), Seabreeze ($182.42), Monterey Bay Estates ($77.14)
• Approve accounts payable totaling $448,803.51

The City Council approved three separate landscape and lighting maintenance assessments for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The council also approved accounts payable and the reclassification of a staff position. A public hearing regarding airport rules and regulations was continued to June 20, 2023.

• Approved $448,803.51 in accounts payable (5-0-0-0)
• Approved reclassification of Accounting Technician to Financial Analyst (5-0-0-0)
• Accepted completion of Airport Building 533 Exterior Improvement Project (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $180.78 FY 2023-24 assessment for Cypress Cove II Landscape Maintenance Assessment District (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $182.42 FY 2023-24 assessment for Seabreeze Landscape Maintenance Assessment District (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $77.14 FY 2023-24 assessment for Monterey Bay Estates Lighting & Landscape Maintenance Assessment District (5-0-0-0)
• Continued public hearing on Marina Municipal Airport rules and regulations to June 20, 2023

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for May 11, 2023. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council is approving routine financial items, including $1,742,657.22 in accounts payable and the special tax levy for the 2015 General Obligation Refunding Library Bonds. The body will also adopt resolutions to levy assessments for three landscape maintenance districts and approve the City Engineer's salary range. Additionally, the Council will receive a presentation on Objective Design Standards (ODS) and provide feedback on community input.

• Approval of Accounts Payable checks totaling $1,742,657.22
• Adoption of resolution fixing special tax for 2015 General Obligation Refunding Library Bonds
• Resolution to levy FY 2023-24 assessments for Cypress Cove II, Seabreeze, and Monterey Bay Estates Landscape Maintenance Assessment Districts
• Approval of Job Description and Salary Range for the City Engineer
• Receipt of consultant’s Objective Design Standards (ODS) presentation and public feedback

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider four action items: installing a new red curb on Messinger near Plans for Lake Dr, addressing parked cars blocking Abrams Dr/Preston Rd, reviewing the red curb at Fehring/Messinger, and evaluating striping on Reservation Road. No discussion items are listed.

• New red curb on Messinger near Plans for Lake Dr (evaluate for T-markers)
• Parked cars blocking roadway at Abrams Dr/Preston Rd
• Review red curb at Fehring/Messinger
• Striping lines on Reservation Road

The Traffic Advisory Committee discussed several traffic safety concerns, including red curb markings on Messinger and Lake Drive, parking obstructions on Abrams Dr/Preston Rd, and faded striping on Reservation Road. No formal votes were taken; all items were referred for further study and will be revisited at the next meeting.

• Referred red curb review on Messinger/Lake Dr to June agenda for safety analysis
• Referred parking obstruction on Abrams Dr/Preston Rd for field measurements and possible center line shift
• Referred red curb extent on Fehring/Messinger for site map and trajectory review
• Referred striping on Reservation Road for resurfacing schedule or contractor bid

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Commission will consider a resolution recommending City Council approval for several municipal code amendments regarding housing. They will also review a conditional use permit to add one dwelling unit to an existing building at 235 Reindollar Ave.

• Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 23-01 for one additional dwelling unit at 235 Reindollar Ave.
• Amendments to Marina Municipal Code sections 17.04, 17.06, 17.08, 17.10, and 17.45.
• Repeal and replacement of Sections 17.48.040 and 17.48.050 with State Density Bonus Law.
• Addition of Section 17.51 regarding Employee Housing.
• Dunes Development Update presentation from Marina Community Partners.

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt amendments to several sections of the Marina Municipal Code, including the addition of employee housing and the adoption of State Density Bonus Law. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for a new dwelling unit at 235 Reindollar Ave.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 23-01 to add one dwelling unit at 235 Reindollar Ave. (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve amendments to Marina Municipal Code Sections 17.04, 17.06, 17.08, 17.10, 17.45, and 17.51 (Employee Housing) (5-0)
• Recommended City Council repeal and replace Sections 17.48.040 and 17.48.050 with State Density Bonus Law (5-0)
• Approved action minutes for April 13, 2023 (5-0)

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Public Works Commission will hold its regular meeting, including approval of prior minutes, consideration of officer elections for chair and vice chair, and receiving a presentation on plans to address the city's pavement infrastructure needs. Public comment is invited on non-agenda items and on agenda items during discussion.

• Approval of minutes from 3/16/23 meeting
• Consider holding officer elections for chair and vice chair
• Presentation on plans to address the City's pavement infrastructure needs

The Commission elected Steven Hunt as chair and Cynthia Tanabe as vice chair. The body also approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting. Staff presented a report on the city's pavement infrastructure and the use of bond funds to address street maintenance backlogs.

• Elected Steven Hunt as chair
• Elected Cynthia Tanabe as vice chair
• Approved minutes from 3/16/23 meeting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 18, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in a hybrid format. The main action item is receiving a presentation from a consultant on Objective Design Standards (ODS), gathering public input, and providing feedback. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $741,832.85 for the city and $1,745.76 for the Successor Agency, as well as adoption of resolutions for a special tax levy on the 2015 Library Bonds.

• Objective Design Standards (ODS) consultant presentation and Council feedback (continued from March 21, 2023)
• Accounts Payable: City checks 102067-102151 totaling $741,832.85; Successor Agency check 109 totaling $1,745.76
• Resolution to levy special tax for 2015 General Obligation Refunding Library Bonds, FY 2023-2024, with Proposition 218 compliance
• Minutes of April 4, 2023 regular meeting
• No closed session, no public hearings, no claims against the city

The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 PM because of technical issues that could not be fixed. No substantive decisions were made, and all agenda items will be discussed at a future meeting.

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution to extend the combined development permit for a multi-family residential project. The proposed extension would last twenty-four months or until March 23, 2025.

• Permit extension for 3298 Del Monte Blvd (APN 032-031-001 & 3)

The Planning Commission approved a 24-month extension for a combined development permit at 3298 Del Monte Blvd. The commission also approved the action minutes from the March 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved 24-month extension of combined development permit for 3298 Del Monte Blvd until March 23, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved March 9, 2023 Action Minutes (6-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a special meeting of the Marina City Council and related bodies, held in hybrid format. The only substantive item is a closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding employee associations and executive staff. No public action is scheduled; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Closed session with labor negotiators for Marina Employee Association, Fire Fighters, Public Safety Management, Mid-Management, and Executive Staff
• City negotiators: Layne P. Long, City Manager, and Lisa Charbonneau of Liebert Cassidy Whitmore

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to receive a presentation on the final Cypress Knolls Visioning report, which proposes workforce and 'missing middle' housing on a 188-acre city-owned site. They will consider including Cypress Knolls in the General Plan update and possibly preparing a request for proposals for a Specific Plan. No formal action is required at this meeting.

• Presentation on final Cypress Knolls Visioning report
• Consider inclusion of Cypress Knolls in General Plan update
• Consider preparation of RFP for a Specific Plan for Cypress Knolls
• Cypress Knolls is a 188-acre city-owned parcel with 844 entitled residential units
• Council has approved $300,000 for Specific Plan; additional $900,000 expected

General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)

This special meeting serves to initiate the General Plan Advisory Committee and discuss its roles and responsibilities. The committee will review the General Plan Update schedule, engagement plan, and conduct a SWOT analysis brainstorm.

• Overview of General Plan requirements and project overview
• Review of GPAC Bylaws and Brown Act
• Brainstorming session on Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT)
• Presentation of the Final Engagement Plan

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will consider awarding a $27,782,058.47 contract for the Imjin Parkway Widening Project to Monterey Peninsula Engineering, and will receive the General Plan 2045 Community Engagement Workplan. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as accounts payable, minutes, and several resolutions related to opioid settlement participation, a veterans housing project, and ordinance amendments.

• Award Imjin Parkway Widening Project to Monterey Peninsula Engineering for $27,782,058.47
• Receive General Plan 2045 Community Engagement Workplan from Raimi+Associates
• Approve Public Improvement and affordable housing agreements for Lightfighter Village at 229-239 Hayes Circle
• Adopt resolution to participate in Nationwide Opioid Settlement with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, Walmart
• Adopt ordinances amending sign regulations and Accessory Dwelling Unit rules

The City Council approved a major road widening contract and several housing agreements. They also updated municipal codes regarding signs and accessory dwelling units. No reportable action was taken during the closed session.

• Awarded Imjin Parkway Widening Project to Monterey Peninsula Engineering for $27,782,058.47 (4-0-0-0)
• Approved participation in Nationwide Opioid Settlement Litigation (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Public Improvement Agreement for 'Lightfighter Village' Permanent Supportive Housing (5-0-0-0)
• Approved affordable housing agreement for Veterans Transition Center at 229-239 Hayes Circle (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 for construction management services for Imjin Parkway Improvement Project (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-05 amending Section 17.46 (Signs) of the Marina Municipal Code (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-06 amending the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance (5-0-0-0)
• Approved accounts payable totaling $1,021,584.21 and Successor Agency payments of $4,500.00 (5-0-0-0)

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider action on three traffic-related items: updating painted T markers on Crescent Ave, addressing speeding on Vista Del Camino, and illegal parking on Bonte Drive. No discussion items are listed. The meeting is open to the public with up to four minutes for comment.

• Crescent Ave painting of T marker updates
• Vista Del Camino speeding
• Illegal parking on Bonte Drive

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for March 23, 2023. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council, along with several related boards, will hold a hybrid regular meeting on March 21, 2023. They will consider consent items including accounts payable, a claim rejection, and resolutions on library parking, building code corrections, and a housing report. Public hearings will address sign code and ADU ordinance amendments, and other actions include Dunes park design options, a Shea Homes improvement agreement, and an equestrian MOU.

• Accounts payable totaling $440,270.89 and $5,919.98
• Resolution to allocate $165,000 for fire sprinkler repairs at 721 Neeson Road
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-05 amending sign regulations (Section 17.46)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-06 amending ADU ordinance (Chapter 17.42.040)
• Resolution approving Phase 1B-Promenade Public Improvement Agreement with Shea Homes, LP

The City Council approved the design for the Dunes City Park Project using Option #2, with several directives for staff regarding dark-sky certification, sports facilities, and noise analysis. The Council also approved several consent agenda items, including accounts payable and the Housing Element Annual Progress Report.

• Adopted Dunes City Park Option #2 with 10 staff directives (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $440,270.89 in accounts payable (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $5,919.98 in Successor Agency accounts payable (5-0-0-0)
• Rejected claim by William James Lunsford (5-0-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-24 ratifying Exhibit A to Ordinance 2022-06 (5-0-0-0)
• Accepted 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $165,000 for emergency fire sprinkler repairs at 721 Neeson Road (5-0-0-0)
• Appointed Shawn Adams and Sheila Baker to Recreation & Cultural Services Commission (5-0-0-0)

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Commission reviewed four design options for the Dunes City Park Project. They decided to recommend a combination of options 2 and 3 to the City Council, while specifically recommending the elimination of the sports pavilion to reduce costs and maintenance.

• Recommended combining park design options 2 and 3 for City Council consideration
• Approved elimination of the sports pavilion to reduce costs and maintenance
• Appointed Commissioner Steven Hunt as chair for the meeting

City Council Agendas & Minutes

This is a special City Council meeting with a single action item: the Council will participate in and provide feedback on a Marina High School Leadership Project. No other substantive business is on the agenda; the rest is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

• Council feedback on Marina High School Leadership Project

The City Council listened to eight student presentations for the Marina High School Leadership Project. Council members asked questions of the presenters and suggested they attend the budget retreat meeting in April.

• Reviewed eight Marina High School Leadership Project pitches

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution approving a sign permit for existing signage at 3030 Del Monte Boulevard. The commission will also receive a presentation on Objective Design Standards and a verbal update on the city's housing element compliance with the state.

• Public hearing on Sign Permit SG 2023-__ to legitimize existing signage at 3030 Del Monte Boulevard
• Presentation and feedback on consultant's Objective Design Standards (no action required)
• Verbal presentation on February 15, 2023 letter to State HCD regarding Fourth and Fifth Cycle Housing Elements compliance
• Consent agenda includes approval of draft minutes from February 9, 2023 meeting

The Planning Commission approved a permit to legitimize existing signage at 3030 Del Monte Boulevard. The commission also approved the action minutes from the February 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Sign Permit SG 2023-__ for existing signage at 3030 Del Monte Boulevard (7-0)
• Approved Action Minutes for February 9, 2023 (7-0)

Tree Committee Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Tree Committee is meeting for a special session that includes a public meeting training from the interim city attorney covering the Brown Act and ex parte communications. No action items or consent agenda items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Public meeting training from Interim City Attorney Heidi Quinn on the Brown Act and ex parte communications

The Tree Committee conducted a special meeting focused on member training and introductory discussions. No substantive actions or policy decisions were taken.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold public hearings on three proposed ordinances: amending parking standards for Townhomes in Sea Haven, updating the sign code, and bringing the Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance into compliance with state law. The council will also consider authorizing a support letter for a firefighter grant and negotiating an MOU with the Marina Equestrian Association. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling $832,572.44 and a General Plan amendment on emergency preparedness.

• Public hearing: Ordinance to modify parking standards in MH-R District for Townhomes in Sea Haven and approve Second Amendment to Development Agreement
• Public hearing: Ordinance amending Section 17.46 (Signs) of the Marina Municipal Code
• Public hearing: Ordinance amending ADU ordinance (Chapter 17.42.040) to comply with state law
• Resolution authorizing support letter for 2022 Assistance to Firefighter Grant for five full-time firefighters and reserve firefighters
• Resolution authorizing negotiation of MOU with Marina Equestrian Association for equestrian boarding

The City Council approved the first reading of ordinances to modify parking standards and the development agreement for townhomes in Sea Haven. Council also authorized support for firefighter staffing grants and approved routine accounts payable. Several ordinances regarding signs and ADUs were continued to a future meeting.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2023-03 to modify parking standards for Sea Haven townhomes (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2023-04 for the Second Amendment to the Sea Haven Development Agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-23 authorizing support letters for SAFER Grant firefighter staffing (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $832,572.44 in accounts payable (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-22 amending General Plan Section 4.105-Emergency Preparedness (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-05 regarding sign amendments to March 21, 2023
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2023-06 regarding ADU ordinance amendments to March 21, 2023
• Tabled Resolution for Marina Equestrian Association MOU negotiations to March 21, 2023

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider an action item regarding double parking on Crescent Avenue. The agenda lists no discussion items, and the meeting is largely procedural, with roll call and public comment.

• Action item: Crescent Ave double parking

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The City of Marina Planning Commission has canceled its regular meeting scheduled for February 23, 2023, due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting will be held on March 9, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting: March 9, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The City Council approved a use permit and modifications for a medical/adult cannabis dispensary, including requirements for a non-discriminatory policy and a nature-themed mural. The Council also approved several landscape maintenance reports, a zoning amendment for missing middle housing, and the formation of a General Plan Advisory Committee.

• Approved use permit and modifications for cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-02 amending Zoning Ordinance for missing middle housing (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-20 appointing members to a temporary General Plan Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Directed staff to return to in-person and hybrid meeting formats (5-0)
• Approved agreement with TBWBH Props & Measures for police/fire/community center bond outreach (5-0)
• Approved $1,162,824.58 in accounts payable and $4,940.00 for Successor Agency (5-0)
• Approved professional restoration agreement with ATI Restoration, LLC for 3200 Imjin Road (5-0)
• Approved lease amendment with DISH Wireless, LLC for 761 Neeson Road (5-0)

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

This meeting of the Marina Public Works Commission was cancelled, as stated in the notice. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, roll call, public comment period) with no action items, presentations, or correspondence listed. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled per notice
• No action items listed
• No special presentations
• No correspondence

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items: a General Plan amendment on emergency preparedness, a monument sign addition at Seacrest Plaza, a site and architectural design review for a liquid hydrogen refueling facility at Joby Aviation (3200 Imjin Road), and design review and parking text amendments for Sea Haven townhomes. The commission will also consider a consent agenda (approval of prior meeting minutes) and receive informational updates.

• General Plan amendment to Section 4.105-Emergency Preparedness (CEQA exempt)
• Monument sign additions at Seacrest Plaza (270 Reservation Road)
• Site and Architectural Design Review for Joby Aviation liquid hydrogen refueling facility at 3200 Imjin Road (CEQA exempt as infill)
• Design review and parking text amendment for Sea Haven townhomes, plus second amendment to the Sea Haven Development Agreement
• Informational items: Tree Committee reorganization and MST SURF! Busway/Bus Rapid Transit public meeting

The Planning Commission approved the design review for Sea Haven townhomes and recommended that the City Council approve the project's second development agreement amendment. However, the commission denied a recommendation to the City Council to modify parking standards for the townhomes. Other approvals included a hydrogen refueling facility at Marina Airport and monument sign additions at Seacrest Plaza.

• Approved Design Review Application SADR22-000006 for Sea Haven townhomes (4-1)
• Denied recommendation to City Council to modify MH-R District parking standards for Sea Haven (2-3)
• Recommended City Council approve Second Amendment to Sea Haven Development Agreement (5-0)
• Approved aircraft liquid hydrogen refueling facility at 3200 Imjin Road (7-0)
• Approved additions to two monument signs at Seacrest Plaza (6-0)
• Recommended City Council amend General Plan Section 4.105 regarding Emergency Preparedness (7-0)
• Approved January 26, 2023 Action Minutes (7-0)

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for missing middle housing and sign regulations, and consider ordinances on affordable housing overlays and cardroom permits. They will also vote on a $165,000 fire sprinkler repair allocation, a tax increment bond issuance for the Dunes project, and modifications to a cannabis dispensary at 3100 Del Monte Boulevard.

• Ordinance adding Affordable Housing Overlay (Section 17.48.130) and amending General Plan Section 2.28
• Public hearing on SB 478 missing middle housing zoning amendments (continued from Jan 18)
• Ordinance amending Section 17.46 (Signs) - continued to March 7
• Resolution allocating $165,000 for emergency fire sprinkler repairs at 761 Neeson Road
• Resolution authorizing tax increment bonds for Dunes on Monterey Bay project

The City Council denied an ordinance to modify cardroom permit transfers and remove the moratorium on new permits. Council instead directed staff to study alternative locations, streamline transfers, and adjust table limits. Other actions included approving affordable housing overlays and funding for fire sprinkler repairs.

• Denied proposed cardroom ordinance changes and directed staff to study alternative locations and table limits (5-0-0-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance and General Plan for 'missing middle' housing (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2023-01 adding an Affordable Housing Overlay (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $165,000 for emergency fire sprinkler repairs at 761 Neeson Road (5-0-0-0)
• Approved final actions to issue tax increment bonds for the Dunes on Monterey Bay project (5-0-0-0)
• Approved salary range adjustment for Planning Manager (5-0-0-0)
• Approved appointment of four people to the Tree Committee (5-0-0-0)
• Approved $757,372.32 in accounts payable (5-0-0-0)

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider several traffic-related action items, including overnight parking at the Marina Library, a red curb request at 226 Carmel Ave, red curb installation on Shuler Circle, and a red curb extension at 3137 Seacrest Ave. The committee may take action on these items, and the public is invited to comment. No discussion items are listed.

• Overnight parking at Marina Library
• Red curb request at 226 Carmel Ave
• Red curb installation on Shuler Circle
• Red curb extension at 3137 Seacrest Ave

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a resolution recommending updates to the ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) ordinance to align with new state law, and a design review for townhomes in Sea Haven with a parking standard amendment (continued to Feb. 9). The Commission will also hear a verbal presentation on needed zoning and municipal code amendments for 2023.

• Public hearing on ADU ordinance update to implement California legislation effective Jan. 1, 2023
• Sea Haven townhome design review and MH-R District parking text amendment (continued to Feb. 9, 2023)
• Verbal presentation on 2023 zoning and municipal code amendments by Community Development Director Guido Persicone
• In-person Planning Commission meetings to resume March 9, 2023
• Consent agenda: approval of Jan. 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council modify the Marina Municipal Code to implement state-mandated Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) legislation. A design review for townhomes in Sea Haven was continued to February 9, 2023.

• Approved January 12, 2023 Action Minutes (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt amendments to Section 17.42.040 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (5-0)
• Continued Sea Haven townhomes design review and parking standard amendments to February 9, 2023 (3-0)

Public Works Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Marina Public Works Commission is holding a special meeting to select a committee chairperson and to receive a presentation on four construction and maintenance options for the development of Dunes Park and the Glorya Jean Tate Park playground. The commission will provide input and discuss opinions on these options. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Selection of Committee Chairperson
• Presentation on four options for Dunes Park development
• Discussion on Glorya Jean Tate Park playground construction and maintenance

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to receive a presentation from the General Plan Update consultant, Raimi+Associates, on the process for updating the city's General Plan (GP2050). The session will also cover the formation and bylaws of a temporary General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC). This is an informational item only, with no action required at this meeting.

• Presentation by Raimi+Associates on General Plan Update (GP2050) and associated EIR
• Proposed formation of a temporary General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) with up to 11 members
• GPAC bylaws (Exhibit A) to be reviewed by Council members, with comments due by February 22
• Council members to submit GPAC membership recommendations by February 8
• General Plan Update budget approved at $1,750,000

City Council Agendas & Minutes

The Marina City Council will hold public hearings on an affordable housing overlay with a general plan amendment, zoning changes for missing middle housing under SB 478, and amendments to cardroom permit rules. The council will also discuss the police chief hiring process, including whether to include council members on the interview panel, and consider consent items such as accounts payable totaling $2,646,971.02 and several resolutions.

• Public hearing: affordable housing overlay, mitigated negative declaration, and general plan amendment
• Public hearing: zoning amendments for missing middle housing per SB 478
• Public hearing: cardroom permit transfer criteria and removal of moratorium on new permits
• Consent: accounts payable checks totaling $2,646,971.02
• Consent: resolution to apply for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Grant

The City Council established an affordable housing overlay and amended the general plan. Council also approved changes to the municipal code regarding cardroom permits, including the removal of a local moratorium on new permits.

• Approved affordable housing overlay and general plan amendment (5-0-0-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to remove moratorium on new cardroom permits and limit city to two permits (3-2-0-0)
• Approved $2,646,971.02 in accounts payable (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 to rename signs to 'Mike Owen Avenue of Landmark Trees 1996' (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 to include City of Marina in Monterey County Tourism Improvement District (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 to apply for Permanent Local Housing Allocation Grant (5-0-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 to continue remote teleconferenced public meetings through February 18, 2023 (5-0-0-0)
• Appointed Glenn Woodson, Surinder Rana, Hyunsoo Hur and Victor Jacobsen to Planning Commission (5-0-0-0)

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a use permit for an existing cannabis dispensary to operate a distribution facility at 234 Reservation Road, proposed amendments to the Sign Ordinance, and modifications to design review thresholds. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair for 2023 and appoint members to the Tree Committee.

• Public hearing on Use Permit UP 2023-01 for Element 7 to operate a cannabis distribution facility at 234 Reservation Road
• Public hearing on recommended amendments to Title 17, Section 17.46 (Sign Ordinance) of the Marina Municipal Code
• Public hearing on modifications to Title 17 (Zoning Code) to determine design review permit thresholds
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023 calendar year
• Appointment of two Planning Commission members to the Tree Committee

The Planning Commission approved a use permit for a cannabis distribution facility and recommended sign ordinance amendments to the City Council. The commission also appointed its 2023 leadership and members to the Tree Committee. Proposed modifications to the Zoning Code's design review process were deferred for a future study session.

• Approved Use Permit (UP 2023-01) for Element 7 cannabis distribution facility at 234 Reservation Road (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt amendments to Title 17, Section 17.46 (Sign Ordinance) (5-0)
• Approved Action Minutes for December 8, 2022 (5-0)
• Elected Chair Amadeo as Chair for 2023 (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Woodson as Vice Chair for 2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner St. John as Member and Commissioner Walton as Alternate Member to the Tree Committee (5-0)
• Approved Greg Simmons, Jeff Markham, Judith Elvira, and Jackie Gardner to the Tree Committee subcommittee (5-0)
• Tabled modifications to Title 17 Zoning Code design review permits for a future study session

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Marina Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to consider one action item: an MST turn at 9th/2nd. No discussion items are listed. The meeting is open to public comment.

• Action item: MST turn at 9th/2nd

The Traffic Committee approved a request to install a 40-foot red curb on the southeast corner of the intersection of 9th St and 2nd Ave. This action is intended to provide MST buses with an adequate turning radius.

• Approved installation of 40-foot red curb at southeast corner of 9th St & 2nd Ave