Martinez, CA

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will conduct a public hearing to consider a Variance request from Leslie Rangel to convert an enclosed porch into a habitable structure with a 17.5-foot rear yard setback, where 25 feet is required. The property is located at 4555 Grothman Lane in the Rural Residential RR-20 zoning district.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 26-15 approving a variance for 4555 Grothman Lane to allow a 17.5-foot rear yard setback instead of the required 25 feet.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings to consider two design review applications. The body will decide on a new single-family residence and a retroactive request for an outdoor dining area.

• Design Review for a 4,282 square foot one-story residence with basement at 256 Morello Avenue
• Retroactive Design Review for outdoor dining and two accessory structures (140 and 56 square feet) at 535 Main Street

Planning Commission - Cancelled

The July 28, 2026 meeting of the Martinez Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted.

City Council Adjourned Regular Session (CC Pending)

The City Council will consider adopting the FY 2026-27 operating budget, capital improvement plan, and a $420,000 loan to the Marina Enterprise Fund. Consent items include extending police recruitment incentives, updating SB 9 zoning regulations, and authorizing an inclusionary housing fee nexus study. The closed session involves negotiations on the Martinez Marina and Waterfront property.

• Adopt FY 2026-27 operating budget, capital plan, and $420,000 marina loan (Item 23)
• Approve $46,525 inclusionary housing in-lieu fee nexus study (Item 9)
• Update SB 9 subdivisions and zoning districts (Item 8)
• Extend police officer recruitment incentives (Item 7)
• Increase Coastland civil engineering contract for pump station design from $250,000 to $390,000 (Item 12)

Planning Commission - Cancelled

The scheduled Planning Commission meeting for July 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for July 28, 2026.

City Council Closed Session (CC Pending)

The City Council will hold a closed session to negotiate price and terms for the Martinez Marina and Waterfront with Tucker Sadler Architects. During the regular session, the Council will vote on adopting the FY 2026-27 operating budget and a $420,000 loan to the Marina Enterprise Fund, along with several other consent calendar items including police recruitment incentives, zoning updates, and contracts for studies and infrastructure improvements.

• Closed session: real property negotiations for Martinez Marina and Waterfront with Tucker Sadler Architects
• Adopt resolution for FY 2026-27 operating budget and $420,000 General Fund loan to Marina Enterprise Fund
• Adopt resolution extending police officer recruitment incentive program (referral bonus, relocation assistance, academy reimbursement)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1488 updating SB 9 subdivisions, small lot subdivisions, and zoning districts
• Authorize $46,525 contract with Economic and Planning Systems for inclusionary housing in-lieu fee nexus study

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive presentations on the Housing Choice Voucher Program and the Sesquicentennial Festival. Consent items include approving May 12 action minutes and continuing the group homes ordinance discussion to August 11 without debate. Regular items cover appointing a chair and vice chair for 2026-2027 and reviewing a draft onboarding guide for commissioners.

• Presentation on Housing Choice Voucher Program
• Update on Sesquicentennial Festival
• Approval of May 12, 2026 action minutes
• Continuation of group homes and residential care facilities ordinance to August 11, 2026
• Appointment of Planning Commission chair and vice chair for July 2026–June 2027

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-12, approving a Conditional Use Permit for Diesel Direct to establish freight and transportation station land uses at 310 and 314 Embarcadero Street in the Light Industrial (LI) zoning district. The meeting is conducted via Zoom teleconference.

• Public hearing and possible approval of Conditional Use Permit (Resolution 26-12) for Diesel Direct at 310 and 314 Embarcadero Street in the LI district, APNs 373-011-010-7 and 373-021-001-4

City Council Closed Session (CC Pending)

This is a closed session meeting of the Martinez City Council. The council will confer with real property negotiators regarding the price and terms for the Old Train Depot at 401 Marina Vista Avenue. No public action will be taken during this session.

• Closed session discussion on sale of Old Train Depot, 401 Marina Vista Avenue (APN 373-270-003-8)
• Negotiators include City Manager, Community & Economic Development Director, and City Attorney

Cemetery Commission Special Session (CC Pending)

The Cemetery Commission will review and discuss proposed amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 2.32, which governs the Cemetery Commission itself. They will then vote on whether to forward the proposed revisions to the City Council for adoption. This is the sole action item for this special session.

• Review and discuss revised Municipal Code Chapter 2.32 – Cemetery Commission
• Approve recommendation to forward proposed amendments to City Council

Civil Service Commission 6/2/2026 - CC Pending

The Civil Service Commission will consider approving minutes from December 2025, elect a chair, and vote on reclassifying seven positions. These include upgrading Accountant to Senior Accountant, Associate Planner to Senior Planner, and creating new classifications such as Cross Connection Specialist, Parking Program Operations Specialist, Public Works Assistant Superintendent, Chief Innovation Officer, and Chief Human Resources Officer, with corresponding elimination of old job specifications.

• Reclassify Accountant (PC#40417) to Senior Accountant
• Reclassify Associate Planner (PC#70325) to Senior Planner
• Establish Cross Connection Specialist and reclassify Meter Repair Worker
• Establish Parking Program Operations Specialist and eliminate Meter Service Worker
• Establish Chief Innovation Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer classifications

City Council Special Session: FY 2026-27 Operating Budget Workshop

The Martinez City Council will vote on a resolution to appoint Andrea Milller as Interim Finance Director under Government Code 21221(h). Council members will also receive and discuss the proposed FY 2026‑27 General Fund and Enterprise Funds operating budget, reviewing related revenue and expense reports. The meeting will conclude with adjournment to the regular council session on June 24, 2026.

• Adopt resolution appointing Andrea Milller as Interim Finance Director (Gov Code 21221(h))
• Receive and discuss FY 2026‑27 General Fund and Enterprise Funds Operating Budget Report
• Review attachments detailing revenue, expenses, professional services, software, water, parking, marina, equipment replacement, MIS, core services, in‑house services, and leases
• Adjourn to the regular City Council meeting on June 24, 2026 at 7:00 pm

The City Council adopted a resolution to appoint Andrea Miller as Interim Finance Director. The Council also reviewed the proposed FY 2026–27 General Fund and Enterprise Funds Operating Budget and requested staff return with a complete budget package for the June 24 meeting.

• Adopted resolution appointing Andrea Miller as Interim Finance Director (5-0)
• Received Proposed FY 2026–27 General Fund and Enterprise Funds Operating Budget report

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to decide on Resolution No. 26-11. This resolution concerns a request from AT&T to install business identification signage at 1055 Arnold Drive.

• Public hearing for Resolution No. 26-11 regarding a 31.33-square foot wall-mounted sign and a 4.6-square foot monument sign for AT&T at 1055 Arnold Drive

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will hold a workshop on the Safe Streets for All route-to-school audit before the regular session. The regular agenda includes consent items such as adopting a tenant anti-harassment ordinance, awarding a $5.76 million pavement contract, and calling the November 2026 general municipal election. Public hearings will cover staff vacancy reporting and amendments to subdivision regulations for SB 9 compliance.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1484 adding Tenant Anti-Harassment Protections (Chapter 22.85)
• Award $5,761,315 pavement contract to MCK Services for FY 2025-26 Project C1083
• Call and consolidate November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election for Mayor, At-Large, and Districts 1 and 4
• Adopt resolution approving I-680 Corridor Ramp Metering MOU
• Public hearing on amendments to Tentative Map and Small Lot Subdivision chapters (SB 9)

The City Council approved several items on the consent calendar, including a $5.76M pavement maintenance project. They also authorized a grant application for railroad crossing elimination and passed an ordinance regarding nuisance abatement at 105 Main Street.

• Approved $5,761,305 maximum amount for Pavement Maintenance and Rehabilitation Project No. C1083 (5-0)
• Approved application for Federal Railroad Administration's Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved ordinance to amend Martinez Municipal Code regarding subdivision and district standards (5-0)
• Approved $16,723.90 special assessment lien for nuisance abatement at 105 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved General Municipal Election notice for November 3, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Mayor's recommended appointments to various City advisory bodies (5-0)
• Approved several Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District Engineer's Reports (5-0)

City Council Workshop - Safe Streets for All

The City Council will first hold a workshop on the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) route-to-school audit and vulnerable road user safety plan. The regular session includes consent and general business items, notably a vote on Ordinance No. 1484 establishing tenant anti-harassment protections, awarding a $5.7 million pavement maintenance contract to MCK Services, and calling the November 2026 general municipal election.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1484 adding Chapter 22.85 (Tenant Anti-Harassment Protections) and amending Chapter 22.04 (Definitions)
• Award FY 2025-26 Pavement Maintenance and Rehabilitation Project C1083 to MCK Services, Inc. for $5,761,315
• Adopt resolution calling a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, for Mayor, At-Large, and Council Districts 1 and 4
• Adopt resolution approving Contra Costa I-680 Corridor Ramp Metering MOU
• Adopt resolution supporting a Federal Railroad Administration Railroad Crossing Elimination (RCE) Grant application

City Council Regular Session (Rescheduled)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Sign Design Review and Conditional Use Permit to replace two business identification signs and allow a 27.43 square foot freestanding sign at 4201 Alhambra Avenue for Chase Bank. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom on May 21, 2026.

• Public hearing for Sign Design Review and Conditional Use Permit to replace signs for Chase Bank at 4201 Alhambra Avenue, including a 27.43 sq ft freestanding sign, with proposed Resolution No. 26-10.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a minor subdivision at 4030-4032 Alhambra Way and proposed amendments to the Martinez Municipal Code. The body will also receive a presentation on the Home Match Program.

• Public hearing for Minor Subdivision of 4030-4032 Alhambra Way into two parcels
• Proposed Municipal Code amendments regarding Senate Bill 9, small lot subdivisions, and R-12.0 zoning districts
• Proposed amendments to allow certain conditionally permitted uses across multiple districts
• Presentation on Front Porch's Home Match Program
• Approval of February 24, 2026, meeting action minutes

The commission approved its May 12 action minutes unanimously. It then adopted Resolution No. 26‑06, approving a minor subdivision of the parcel at 4030‑4032 Alhambra Way into two parcels in the R‑6.0 zone. Finally, the commission voted to forward a recommendation to the City Council to adopt an ordinance amending multiple code chapters to implement Senate Bill 9 requirements.

• Approved May 12 action minutes (7‑0)
• Approved Minor Subdivision at 4030‑4032 Alhambra Way (7‑0)
• Forwarded recommendation to City Council to adopt SB9 ordinance amendments (7‑0)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one to enclose a non-conforming porch with a reduced front-yard setback at 1200 Mellus Street, and another to retroactively approve an eight-foot fence at 2880 Howe Road where six feet is permitted.

• 1200 Mellus Street – Design Review and Variance to enclose existing non-conforming porch, allowing 7.5-foot front setback (20-foot required), Resolution No. 26-08
• 2880 Howe Road – Retroactive Variance for an eight-foot fence (six-foot maximum), Resolution No. 26-09

Election 101 - How to Run for Office 2026

This is an informational workshop, not a decision-making meeting. The City of Martinez presented Election 101 to educate potential candidates on qualifications, nomination procedures, campaign finance rules, and FPPC filing obligations for the November 2026 general election. Three seats are up for election: Mayor at-large and City Council districts 1 and 4, each for a full four-year term.

• Three elected positions up for election: Mayor at-large, Councilmember District 1, Councilmember District 4
• Nomination period opens Monday, July 13, 2026 and closes Friday, August 7, 2026
• Candidates must be 18+, US citizen, registered voter, Martinez resident, and reside in the district
• Campaign spending/raising threshold of $2,000 determines whether a campaign committee is required
• FPPC filings include Form 497 for contributions of $1,000 or more within 90 days of election

Zoning Administrator

The Martinez Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a major sign request for Walmart at 1021 Arnold Drive. Staff will present a draft resolution (No. 26‑07) to adopt the sign program, subject to conditions. Two informational presentations on housing programs will also be given, but no decisions are expected on those items.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 26‑07 for a Walmart major sign at 1021 Arnold Drive (M‑R&D/CC district)
• Presentation on the Housing Choice Voucher Program by Planning Division staff
• Presentation on the Home Match Program by Planning Division staff

City Council Closed Session

The Council meets in closed session for labor negotiations with unrepresented employees. In regular session, they will hold a public hearing on introducing a tenant anti-harassment ordinance to comply with Transit-Oriented Communities Policy, and vote on appointing Matthew T. Summers as City Attorney, funding a dispatch center upgrade with $88,300, and establishing a restricted parking permit program for county elections. They will also set a public hearing on a proposed sewer service charge increase for Contra Costa County Sanitation District No. 6.

• Introduction of ordinance adding tenant anti-harassment protections (Chapter 22.85)
• Appointment of Matthew T. Summers as City Attorney, resignation of Terri Highsmith
• Authorization to purchase dispatch center furniture for $88,300 from SLESF fund
• Restricted parking permit program for County Elections
• Public hearing on sewer service charge increase for SD-6

City Council Regular Session

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance for tenant anti-harassment protections and a proposed increase in sewer service charges. The body is also appointing a new City Attorney and authorizing police equipment upgrades.

• Public hearing for Ordinance adding Tenant Anti-Harassment Protections (Chapter 22.85)
• Proposed increase in sewer service charges for FY 2026-27
• Appointment of Matthew T. Summers as City Attorney
• Appropriation of $88,300 for 9-1-1 call handling equipment and Dispatch Center furniture
• Authorization of a restricted parking permit program for County Elections

The council accepted the resignation of City Attorney Teresa Highsmith and appointed Matthew T. Summers as the new City Attorney. It authorized the police chief to seek state funding for new 9‑1‑1 equipment, purchase dispatch furniture, and appropriate $88,300 for project overruns. The council also approved a restricted parking permit program, adopted the city’s Investment Policy, set a public hearing on a sewer service charge increase, and approved a tenant anti‑harassment ordinance.

• Accepted Teresa Highsmith’s resignation and appointed Matthew T. Summers as City Attorney (Resolution 12)
• Authorized police chief to pursue California State 9‑1‑1 funding and purchase dispatch furniture (Resolution 13)
• Appropriated $88,300 from the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund for project overage (Resolution 13)
• Authorized a restricted parking permit program and fee adjustments (Resolution 14)
• Approved the City Investment Policy with no revisions (Resolution 15)
• Set a public hearing on a proposed sewer service charge increase for FY 2026‑27 (Resolution 18)
• Adopted ordinance adding Tenant Anti‑Harassment Protections to the Municipal Code (Ordinance 19, motion carried 5‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 9‑17 and 18 (motions carried with five Ayes)

Cemetery Commission Regular Session

The Cemetery Commission will consider approving September 2025 meeting minutes and receive updates on scheduling a special session to review municipal code regarding cemeteries and planning for the May cemetery cleanup.

• Approve meeting minutes from September 4, 2025
• Discuss scheduling a special session on cemetery municipal code
• Update on May cemetery cleanup

City Council Regular Session - Part 2

The Martinez City Council meets April 15, 2026, with a closed session on anticipated litigation, then a regular session including proclamations, awards, and a consent calendar. Action items include approving a $118,426 increase for the Fishing Pier Renovation contract ($2,686,079 total) and authorizing a consultant agreement for the Marina and Waterfront Revitalization Project. General business covers the 2025 Climate Action Plan annual report, options for an Affordable Housing Fund incentive program, and the preliminary FY 2026–27 General Fund outlook with budget priorities. Public hearings will consider a Tenant Anti-Harassment Protections ordinance and updated special speed limits.

• Public hearing on ordinance adding Tenant Anti-Harassment Protections (Chapter 22.85) to comply with MTC Transit-Oriented Communities Policy
• Consent: increase DRS Marine Inc. contract for Fishing Pier Renovation from $2,567,653 to $2,686,079 ($118,426 increase) and accept project completion
• Consent: authorize agreement with Lighthouse Public Affairs for development advisory services on the Marina and Waterfront Revitalization Project
• General business: receive 2025 Climate Action Plan annual report and discuss sustainability programs implementation
• General business: receive preliminary FY 2026–27 General Fund revenue/expenditure outlook and provide direction on budget priorities and CIP updates

The City Council approved the Consent Calendar items, including a $118,426 increase to the DRS Marine contract and authorization for a consultant on the Marina and Waterfront Revitalization Project. Council also adopted an ordinance amendment to special speed limits after accepting the updated engineering and traffic surveys. Staff were directed to develop additional options for the Affordable Housing Fund and to prepare a detailed budget and Capital Improvement Program analysis for the May 20 budget workshop.

• Approved Consent Calendar Items 12‑16 (5 Ayes)
• Increased DRS Marine contract to $2,686,079 (increase of $118,426) (5‑0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute agreement with Lighthouse Public Affairs for Marina revitalization (5‑0)
• Adopted ordinance amendment to Special Speed Limits after accepting engineering report (5‑0)
• Directed staff to develop additional Affordable Housing Fund options
• Directed staff to prepare detailed FY 2026‑27 budget and CIP analysis for May 20 workshop

City Council Regular Session - Part 1

The Martinez City Council will introduce an ordinance adding tenant anti-harassment protections to comply with the MTC's Transit-Oriented Communities Policy. They will also receive the preliminary General Fund revenue and expenditure outlook for FY 2026–27 and provide direction on budget priorities. Additionally, the council will discuss establishing an incentive program using the Affordable Housing Fund and receive an annual report on the Climate Action Plan and sustainability programs. Consent items include increasing the contract for the Fishing Pier Renovation Project by $118,426 and authorizing a consultant agreement for the Marina and Waterfront Revitalization Project.

• Introduce ordinance adding Tenant Anti-Harassment Protections (Chapter 22.85) to comply with MTC Transit-Oriented Communities Policy
• Receive preliminary FY 2026–27 General Fund outlook and provide direction on budget priorities and CIP
• Discuss establishing an Affordable Housing Fund Incentive Program
• Increase DRS Marine contract for Fishing Pier Renovation by $118,426 (new total $2,686,079) and accept project as complete
• Authorize agreement with Lighthouse Public Affairs for development advisory services for Marina and Waterfront Revitalization Project

The council approved Consent Calendar Items 12‑16, including a resolution raising the DRS Marine contract to $2,686,079 and authorizing a consultant for the Marina and Waterfront Revitalization Project. A motion to adopt staff’s recommendation on the updated engineering and traffic surveys report was also carried. All votes were unanimous with five Ayes.

• Waived reading of all resolutions and ordinances – approved (5 Ayes)
• Approved City Council Action Minutes for April 1, 2026 – approved (5 Ayes)
• Increased DRS Marine contract to $2,686,079 (up $118,426) – approved (5 Ayes)
• Approved Check Reconciliation Registers (Mar 20‑Apr 3, 2026) – approved (5 Ayes)
• Authorized City Manager to execute agreement with Lighthouse Public Affairs – approved (5 Ayes)
• Adopted staff recommendation on engineering and traffic surveys report – approved (5 Ayes)

City Council Closed Session

The City Council will consider a resolution to raise the not-to-exceed amount of the contract with DRS Marine Inc. from $2,567,653 to $2,686,079 and to accept the Fishing Pier Renovation Project as complete. The Council will also discuss the Climate Action Plan implementation, an affordable‑housing incentive program, and the FY 2026‑27 General Fund outlook. Public hearings will address a tenant anti‑harassment ordinance and an amendment to special speed‑limit regulations.

• Increase DRS Marine contract by $118,426 and accept Fishing Pier Renovation Project C8017 as complete
• Authorize agreement with Lighthouse Public Affairs for Marina and Waterfront Revitalization advisory services
• Public hearing on Tenant Anti‑Harassment Protections ordinance (Chapter 22.85)
• Public hearing on amendment to Special Speed Limits ordinance (Section 10.20.010)
• Review of FY 2026‑27 General Fund revenue, expenditure outlook, and Capital Improvement Program

Diversity & Cultural Commission (CC Pending)

The Diversity and Cultural Commission will receive an update on Cultural Recognitions, including Resolution No. 26-029 adopted on March 18, 2026, and an update on the Sister City Process. Public comment will be heard on non-agendized topics.

• Update on Cultural Recognitions (Resolution No. 26-029 adopted March 18, 2026)
• Update on Sister City Process

Veterans Commission Regular Session

The Martinez Veterans Commission meeting on April 2, 2026 will consider three regular items: a presentation on biannual cleanups at Alhambra Pioneer Cemetery, a consent calendar motion to approve the February 5, 2026 meeting minutes, and the finalization of the plan for the 2026 Memorial Day ceremony. The meeting will be held in the Council Chamber at 525 Henrietta Street and streamed via Zoom. Public comments are permitted on non‑agenda matters.

• Presentation on biannual cleanups at Alhambra Pioneer Cemetery
• Motion to approve Veterans Commission meeting minutes from February 5, 2026
• Finalize plan for the 2026 Memorial Day ceremony

City Council - 150th Commemorative Regular Session

The City Council holds a 150th anniversary commemorative session, but takes action on several items including a consent calendar with an ordinance amending condominium conversion regulations and a resolution appropriating $183,488 from the Water Debt Service Fund for an IRS arbitrage payment on 2020A Water Revenue Bonds. General business includes accepting $290,000 in donations from Martinez Refining Company and adopting a new City Council Handbook.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1486 amending Condominium Conversion regulations
• Appropriate $183,488 from Water Debt Service Fund for IRS payment related to 2020A Water Revenue Bonds
• Appoint Andrea Miller as Interim Finance Manager
• Accept $250,000 donation from Martinez Refining Company for Marina Vista Archway and $40,000 for Rankin Aquatic Center water play feature
• Adopt resolution approving new City Council Handbook

The council approved Ordinance No. 1486, which updates the city's condominium conversion rules. The council also accepted $250,000 and $40,000 donations from Martinez Refining Company and adopted a new City Council Handbook. All actions were approved by a unanimous five‑vote motion.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1486 amending condominium conversion regulations (5-0)
• Accepted donations of $250,000 and $40,000 from Martinez Refining Company (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving new City Council Handbook (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 6–11, including hourly rate amendment (5-0)
• Approved City Council Action Minutes for March 18, 2026 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution appointing Andrea Miller as Interim Finance Manager (5-0)
• Approved check reconciliation registers for March 6‑19, 2026 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution appropriating $183,488 from Water Debt Service Fund for IRS payment (5-0)