Monterey County public meetings in 2021

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission is considering a finding under AB 361 to continue holding meetings remotely. This action would be based on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health recommendations for social distancing.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss reservoir elevations, storage charts, and release schedules. The agenda also includes updates on drought conditions and lake recreation plans.

• Approval of November 22, 2021 meeting minutes
• Finding for continued remote meetings under COVID-19 emergency orders
• Committee membership update
• Reservoir conditions and release schedule updates
• Updates on drought conditions and lake recreation plans

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive reports regarding the history and current challenges of the Housing Authority. Supervisors will consider providing recommendations to the Board of Commissioners to address these issues. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss a matter involving potential litigation.

• Report on the history and interests of the Authority
• Report on the status, issues, and challenges of the Authority
• Consideration of recommendations to the Board of Commissioners
• Closed session regarding a matter of significant litigation exposure

Joint Meeting of the Monterey County Board of Supervisors; Housing Authority; Housing Authority Development Corp.

The Board of Supervisors, Housing Authority, and Housing Authority Development Corp will review reports on the history and current status of the Housing Authority. The meeting includes discussions regarding current issues and potential plans to address them. The Board of Supervisors may also provide recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.

• Report on the history of the Authority and its relationship with the County
• Report on the status, issues, and challenges of the Housing Authority
• Consideration of Board of Supervisors' recommendations to the Board of Commissioners
• Review of HACM PHA Annual Plan FY 2021
• Review of HACM 5-Year Agency Plan

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board will consider an updated draft Engineer’s Report for the Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams capital management program. The meeting also includes updates on reservoir releases, well permit activities, and closed session litigation matters.

• Review of draft Engineer’s Report for Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams
• Presentation by Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Division of Dam Safety and Inspection
• Closed session discussion regarding Pajaro/Watsonville Homeless Union litigation
• Update on reservoir release and well permit application activities

The Board received the updated draft Engineer's Report for the proposed Assessment District Formation Zone 2D (Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams High Priority Capital Asset Management Program) and directed staff to finalize it and return for action in early 2022. The motion passed 8-1, with Director Scattini dissenting. The Board also approved the consent calendar, which included approving the November 15, 2021 minutes and finding that remote meetings remain justified under AB 361 due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. No reportable actions were taken in closed session.

• Received draft Engineer's Report for Zone 2D assessment district and directed staff to finalize (8-1)
• Approved consent calendar including November 15, 2021 minutes (9-0)
• Found AB 361 conditions met to continue remote meetings (consent calendar)

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will discuss action steps following the Board's adoption of the final Map Plan. The committee also plans to debrief the redistricting process using online survey results.

• Approval of December 6, 2021, action minutes
• Post-Board adoption action steps for the final Map Plan
• Review of online survey results regarding the redistricting process debrief

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing several funding requests and personnel changes. Proposed items include budget increases for Medi-Cal positions and homelessness programs in Salinas. The committee is also considering various department reclassifications and grant allocations.

• $1,796,632 increase for Social Services to provide homeless shelter and rapid re-housing in Salinas
• $937,637 for the Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement Project
• $1,038,118 increase for Social Services to add 21 Medi-Cal positions
• $154,658.35 in ARPA funds for the Monterey County Small Business Relief Program
• $70,000 grant for the Medication Assisted Treatment Expansion Project 2.0

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The committee will receive a presentation on the County’s Class and Compensation process and an online tracker. Members will also consider findings regarding the impact of the COVID-19 state of emergency on in-person meetings. An update on the COVID-19 Productivity Survey is also scheduled.

• Presentation on County Class and Compensation process
• Consideration of COVID-19 state of emergency impacts on meetings
• Update on the COVID-19 Productivity Survey
• Approval of September 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of a special January 2022 committee meeting

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text consists of procedural boilerplate regarding public participation and teleconference instructions. No specific land use projects, rezonings, or ordinances are listed in this portion of the document.

• No specific agenda items are listed in the provided text.

The Monterey County Planning Commission unanimously approved a finding under AB 361 to continue meeting remotely due to the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only procedural items and farewell remarks to retiring County Counsel Wendy Strimling.

• Approved AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings (8-0, Coffelt absent)

Cannabis Committee

The Monterey County Cannabis Committee met on December 15, 2021. The agenda consists only of procedural items, including the approval of action minutes and a consent agenda.

• No specific cannabis-related projects or ordinances were listed in the agenda text.

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Commission will hold elections for its 2022 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson following a report from the Nominating Committee. Members will also consider continuing remote meetings via teleconference and vote on the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Election of 2022 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of 2022 meeting schedule
• Decision on continuing remote meetings due to COVID-19
• Report from Ad Hoc Committee on EOP Review status
• Approval of November 17, 2021, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider options to amend the commercial cannabis tax structure, including rates and penalties. Members will also vote on a resolution setting the 2021 Supervisorial District Boundaries. The agenda includes several appointments and ceremonial resolutions.

• Amending commercial cannabis tax structure, rates, and penalties
• Adopting 2021 Supervisorial District Boundaries
• Reappointing Juan Morales to the In-Home Support Services Advisory Committee
• Reappointing Richard Kuehn to the In-Home Support Services Advisory Council
• Reviewing Spanish translation and interpreter services for Board meetings

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to draft an ordinance reducing cannabis taxes (indoor to $7/sq ft, outdoor to $1/sq ft, mixed light to $3/sq ft, distribution to 0% gross receipts), with a stay on delinquent Q3 penalties if paid by end of Q4, and elimination of automatic rate escalators. They also adopted new supervisorial district boundaries (Resolution 21-431) in a 4-1 vote, with Supervisor Phillips dissenting. Additionally, they approved a pilot program for certified Spanish interpreters at live meetings and certified translation of minutes, and scheduled a joint special meeting with the Housing Authority for December 21, 2021.

• Adopted Resolution 21-425 declaring Dec 14, 2021 as Hartnell Women's Soccer State Championship Day (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-426 honoring Labor Leader Sergio Rangel (5-0)
• Reappointed Juan Morales to In-Home Support Services Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Reappointed Richard Kuehn to In-Home Support Services Advisory Council (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft cannabis tax ordinance with reduced rates and penalty stay (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-431 setting 2021 supervisorial district boundaries (4-1)
• Approved pilot program for certified Spanish interpreters and minute translation (5-0)
• Scheduled joint special meeting with Housing Authority for Dec 21, 2021 (5-0)

Joint Meeting of the Board of Supervisors and Boards of Directors (full list included below)

This joint meeting includes the Board of Supervisors, Monterey County Water Resources Agency, East Garrison Community Services District, and Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency. The agenda focuses on a finding to continue conducting meetings remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Joint Meeting of Certain Board of Supervisors Standing Committees (full list included below)

A joint meeting of several standing committees will consider a finding that the COVID-19 state of emergency remains in effect. This finding is required under AB 361 to allow committees to continue meeting remotely. No other substantive agenda items are listed.

• Finding to continue remote committee meetings under AB 361

Capital Improvement Committee

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items listed. The Capital Improvement Committee is scheduled to meet, but no decisions or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

Legislative Committee

The committee will review updates on federal and state legislative issues, including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and state budget projections. Members will also consider recommendations for adopting the 2021-22 Legislative Program Update and the 2022 Strategic Grant Services Program.

• Review of 2021-22 Legislative Program Update
• Review of 2022 Strategic Grant Services Program
• Bipartisan Infrastructure Law implementation discussion
• Salinas Homekey Project and Veterans Home Project updates
• Federal appropriations and state budget projections reports

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to conduct performance evaluations for several county officials. The provided agenda consists primarily of procedural instructions and the closed session items.

• Performance evaluation: County Administrative Officer
• Performance evaluation: County Counsel
• Performance evaluation: Public Defender
• Performance evaluation: Civil Rights Officer
• Performance evaluation: Interim Natividad Medical Center CEO

The Board of Supervisors convened only in closed session on December 10, 2021, to conduct performance evaluations for several county officials. No open session was held, and no substantive decisions were made in public. The meeting adjourned with no readout from closed session.

• Convened closed session for performance evaluations of County Administrative Officer, County Counsel, Public Defender, Civil Rights Officer, and Interim Natividad Medical Center CEO
• Removed Water Resources Agency General Manager from closed session agenda via supplemental

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency is holding a special meeting. The agenda includes a closed session to provide a performance evaluation for the agency's General Manager.

• Performance evaluation for the General Manager Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency met in closed session only, with no open session convened. The sole item was a performance evaluation for the General Manager of the Water Resources Agency under Government Code section 54957(b)(1). No decisions were made in open session, and no readout was provided from closed session.

• Held closed session for General Manager performance evaluation (no vote recorded)

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to conduct performance evaluations for several county officials. These discussions are scheduled to take place during a closed session.

• Performance evaluation for County Administrative Officer
• Performance evaluation for County Counsel
• Performance evaluation for Public Defender
• Performance evaluation for Civil Rights Officer
• Performance evaluation for Interim Natividad Medical Center CEO

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting and recessed into closed session to conduct performance evaluations for several county officials. A motion was approved to continue the closed session into Friday, December 10, 2021, allowing the board to reconvene directly into closed session without an open session. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved motion to continue closed session to Dec. 10 (5-0)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

This special meeting of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors consists primarily of procedural items. The board will hold a closed session to conduct a performance evaluation for the agency's General Manager.

• Performance evaluation for the General Manager Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency held a special meeting on December 9, 2021. They unanimously voted to continue the closed session to Friday, December 10, 2021, to complete the General Manager's performance evaluation. No public comments were made, and no substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Continued closed session to Dec. 10, 2021 for GM performance evaluation (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review a business plan for the Laguna Seca Recreational Area and consider approving funding for bridge and track resurfacing. The agenda also includes decisions regarding fund balance designations for pensions and employee absences.

• Funding for Start/Finish Bridge and track resurfacing at Laguna Seca Recreational Area
• $30,641,609 assignment to a new section 115 pension trust
• $9,527,138 designation for Compensated Absences Assignment
• $3,100,000 allocation to a General Capital sub-account
• Ceremonial resolutions honoring retiring county employees

The Board of Supervisors approved funding for the Start/Finish Bridge and track resurfacing at Laguna Seca Recreational Area, directing staff to return in January 2022 with specific budget actions. They also adopted the FY 2020-21 Budget End-of-Year Report with fund balance designations, including a $30.6 million pension trust assignment, and directed staff to return in January 2022 regarding short-term rental enforcement. A motion to modify the mask mandate suspension failed.

• Approved Laguna Seca bridge and track resurfacing funding (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-430 accepting Budget End-of-Year Report and fund designations (3-2)
• Authorized $3,524,746 Natividad pension contribution (4-1)
• Directed staff to return in January 2022 on short-term rental enforcement (5-0)
• Motion to modify mask mandate suspension failed (2-3)

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold closed sessions to provide direction to negotiators for various employee units. The agenda also includes a performance evaluation for the Natividad Medical Center CEO and updates on several litigation matters.

• Direction to negotiators for employee units F, H, and J
• Performance evaluation for Natividad Medical Center CEO
• Litigation regarding Kaiser Foundation Health Plan
• Litigation regarding City of Marina
• Litigation regarding Pajaro/Watsonville Homeless Union

The Board of Supervisors approved Amendment No. 13 to the Waste Management franchise agreement, adopting new rates for solid waste and recyclables collection in unincorporated areas. It also approved the County's joint participation in the City of Gonzales Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District No. 1, which will finance infrastructure development at the Agricultural Industrial Business Park. The board approved five Farmland Security Zone contracts and continued one application to the 2023 round. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Waste Management rate amendment (5-0)
• Approved Gonzales infrastructure financing agreement (5-0)
• Approved 5 Farmland Security Zone contracts (5-0)
• Continued 1 Farmland Security Zone application to 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Mills Act contract for 2852 Forest Lodge Road (5-0)
• Approved Mills Act contract for 8 Rancho El Robledo Drive (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 25-92, excluding item 62 (5-0)
• Continued item 62 (ARPA CPTED funding) to January 2022 (5-0)

Joint Board of Supervisors and Advisory Redistricting Commission of Monterey County

The Board of Supervisors and Advisory Redistricting Commission are conducting a public hearing regarding draft maps for supervisorial boundaries. The meeting includes an overview of the redistricting process, a review of demographic data, and presentations of recommended maps. The Board will also provide direction on final map postings for adoption on December 14, 2021.

• Public hearing regarding draft maps for redistricting supervisorial boundaries
• Review of all draft maps demographic data by Lapkoff & Gobalet Demographic Research
• Presentation of recommended maps by the Advisory Redistricting Commission
• Direction from the Board on final map postings for a 7-day period

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board will consider findings required to continue holding meetings remotely under AB 361. The meeting also includes a presentation on progress regarding the agency's 2020 Strategic Plan.

• Report on AB 361 and requirements for continued remote meetings
• Presentation on progress of the 2020 Strategic Plan

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The committee will receive a report on occupancy and vacancy levels for COVID-19 incident housing programs. Members will also discuss the 2022 meeting schedule and approve minutes from the November 1, 2021, meeting.

• Report on occupancy and vacancy data for COVID-19 Incident Housing Programs
• Discussion of proposed 2022 meeting dates and times
• Approval of November 1, 2021, meeting minutes

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The committee will review submitted maps and population changes presented by demographers. A public workshop will be held to discuss draft maps and communities of interest. The commission intends to approve final map recommendations for the Board of Supervisors.

• Review of maps and population changes as of November 30, 2021
• Public workshop regarding draft maps and communities of interest
• Approval of final map recommendations for the Board of Supervisors
• Approval of November 18, 2021 action minutes

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The committee will consider adopting findings under AB 361 to allow for continued remote meetings. This action is based on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations regarding social distancing.

• Adoption of findings to continue meeting remotely pursuant to AB 361

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider receiving the October 2021 financial status for all Agency Funds. The meeting also includes updates on grants, USBR loan refinancing, and homeless encampment cleanup costs.

• Approval of November 5, 2021, meeting minutes
• October 2021 financial status for all Agency Funds
• Financial trend analysis summary
• Updates on grants and USBR loan refinancing
• Report on homeless encampment cleanup costs

The Finance Committee met and approved the minutes from its November 5, 2021 meeting. The committee also received the October 2021 financials for all Agency funds and a financial trend analysis of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved the minutes of the November 5, 2021 Finance Committee meeting.
• Received the October 2021 financials for all Agency funds.
• Received the financial trend analysis of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency.

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Personnel and Administration Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive several agency updates. These include reports on personnel activities, staff training plans, and land appraisals.

• Approval of November 5, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on the Training and Professional Growth Plan for 2020-2021
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals

The Personnel and Administration Committee approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the November 5, 2021 meeting. No public comments or committee member comments were made. The meeting adjourned at 9:09 a.m.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including the minutes of the November 5, 2021 meeting.
• Received updates on personnel activities, training and professional growth plan, and real property appraisals.
• Set next meeting date and discussed future agenda items.

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The committee will hold a public workshop to discuss draft maps and communities of interest. Members will review demographic research regarding population changes and polling place considerations. The meeting includes the ranking of final map recommendations for the Board of Supervisors.

• Review of submitted maps and comments as of November 30, 2021
• Public workshop discussion on draft maps and communities of interest
• Approval of final map recommendations for the Board of Supervisors
• Joint public hearing scheduled for December 7, 2021

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will receive an informational report regarding electric bicycle use on dirt trails within Monterey County Parks. The meeting also includes a presentation on the OuterSpatial mobile application for potential use in the park system. Additionally, commissioners will receive updates on Proposition 68 grant applications and Rotary Club butterfly habitat projects.

• Report on e-bike use on dirt trails
• Presentation of OuterSpatial outdoor mobile application
• Update on Proposition 68 grant applications
• Update on Rotary Club Butterfly Habitat Projects
• Approval of 2022 meeting calendar dates

Equal Opportunity Committee

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided text contains only procedural information and public participation instructions for the December 2, 2021, Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting. No rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are included in this document.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved two coastal development permits. For the Barbur project on Coast Ridge Road in Big Sur, a Combined Development Permit was approved for a new single-family dwelling with associated structures, grading, and well conversion, along with a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a monitoring plan with 16 conditions. For the Klingel Martin Jr Trust project on Valley View Avenue in Carmel, a Coastal Development Permit and Design Approval were granted for a home addition and renovations, with a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a monitoring plan with 6 conditions. The meeting also included acceptance of the November 18, 2021 minutes.

• Approved the November 18, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approved a Combined Development Permit for the Barbur project (PLN190088) at 48200 Coast Ridge Road, Big Sur, subject to 16 conditions.
• Adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approved a Coastal Development Permit and Design Approval for the Klingel Martin Jr Trust project (PLN200146) at 26360 Valley View Avenue, Carmel, subject to 6 conditions.

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The committee will meet to approve the action minutes from the November 3, 2021 meeting. Members will also receive an update on the 2021 Strategic Planning Workshop and provide direction to staff.

• Approval of November 3, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on the 2021 Strategic Planning Workshop
• Discussion regarding future agenda items

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Planning Committee met on December 1, 2021, and approved the action minutes from its November 3, 2021 meeting. The motion was made by Mark Gonzalez, seconded by Ken Ekelund, and passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only staff reports and scheduling discussions.

• Approved the Action Minutes of the November 3, 2021 Planning Committee meeting (motion by Mark Gonzalez, second by Ken Ekelund; unanimous).

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural information and participation guidelines for the Monterey County Planning Commission meeting on December 1, 2021. It outlines how the public can observe and comment via Zoom or telephone due to COVID-19 teleconference requirements. No specific project items, rezonings, or contracts are listed in this document.

The Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve the after-the-fact construction of three retaining walls, drainage culvert improvements, and an amendment to a Conservation and Scenic Easement Deed at 24956 Lincoln Street, Carmel. It also approved a Combined Development Permit for a new 3,030-square-foot home at 244 Highway 1, Carmel, with a condition requiring a water treatment plan. The Commission approved the 2022 meeting dates and made a finding under AB 361 to continue remote meetings. Minutes from eight past meetings were accepted as a group.

• Recommended approval of retaining walls and easement amendment at 24956 Lincoln Street, Carmel (PLN190252) to the Board of Supervisors.
• Approved Combined Development Permit for new home at 244 Highway 1, Carmel (PLN210005), with added condition for water treatment plan.
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission meeting dates.
• Made finding under AB 361 to continue remote meetings due to COVID-19 state of emergency.
• Accepted minutes from eight past meetings (2017-2019) as a group.

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will review several updates regarding groundwater sustainability in the Salinas Valley Basin. The agenda includes reports on well permit applications, state well standards, and drinking water protection grants.

• Proposition 1 Implementation Grant update for protecting domestic drinking water supplies
• Update on Deep Aquifers Addendum and long-term trends
• Review of well permit application activities
• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes

Cannabis Committee

The committee will review cannabis tax rate options prepared by the Cannabis Program. Members will also receive updates on industry input regarding tax structures and wholesale price trends.

• Review of cannabis tax rate options
• Update on commercial cannabis tax structure industry input
• Report on wholesale price point trends
• Approval of November 17, 2021, action minutes

The committee received status updates on industry input on commercial cannabis tax structure and rates, and on wholesale price trends from the California Cannabis Authority. It reviewed options for addressing tax rates prepared by the Cannabis Program. The committee directed the Cannabis Program to present specific options to the Board of Supervisors and provided direction to staff. The minutes do not record any final decisions on tax rates.

• Directed the Cannabis Program to present specific tax rate options to the Board of Supervisors
• Received a status update on industry input from County-Industry Subcommittee meetings
• Received a status update from the California Cannabis Authority on wholesale price trends
• Reviewed options for addressing tax rates prepared by the Cannabis Program
• Provided direction to staff as appropriate

Budget Committee

This agenda contains only the meeting header and no listed agenda items. It is purely procedural boilerplate with nothing to decide or discuss.

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing advance reports regarding various service agreements for Natividad Medical Center. These items include renewals and amendments for medical services, IT consulting, and equipment maintenance. Some amendments involve increases to existing contract totals.

• $2,650,000 increase for IT consulting services with Tegria Services Group and Leidos Health LLC
• $921,000 increase for biomedical equipment maintenance with Renovo Solutions LLC
• $200,000 increase to the Ventana Faculty Medical Associates agreement
• Agreement with Caroline Butler MD for surgical services up to $400,000
• Lease renewal for a mobile radiology lab unit through Modular Devices, Inc.

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will discuss updates on reservoir elevations, storage, and changes to the release schedule. The meeting also includes reports on drought conditions and lake recreation plans.

• Approval of October 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Finding to continue remote meetings under COVID-19 emergency protocols
• Update on reservoir elevations and release schedule changes
• Drought conditions status report
• Lake recreation updates including Quagga/Zebra Mussel plans

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its October 28, 2021 meeting. It also voted to continue meeting remotely, citing the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations. The next meeting was set for December 21, 2021.

• Approved the minutes of the October 28, 2021 meeting.
• Approved a finding to continue remote meetings under AB 361 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Set the next meeting for December 21, 2021.

Joint Board of Supervisors and Advisory Redistricting Commission of Monterey County

The Joint Board of Supervisors and Advisory Redistricting Commission will review the redistricting process and draft map demographic data. The meeting includes a presentation of recommended maps for supervisorial boundaries. A follow-up joint public hearing is scheduled for December 7, 2021.

• Presentation of recommended maps for redistricting supervisorial boundaries
• Review of draft map demographic data
• Overview of the redistricting process and community outreach efforts
• Next joint public hearing scheduled for December 7, 2021

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The committee will review any new maps submitted after November 13, 2021. Members will discuss these maps to update final recommendations for the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes planning a presentation and spokesperson for the Board.

• Approval of November 4 and November 13, 2021, action minutes
• Review of new maps submitted after November 13
• Preparation of talking points for the Board of Supervisors

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

This document consists of procedural boilerplate regarding participation in the Monterey County Zoning Administrator teleconference meeting on November 18, 2021. It outlines methods for public comment via Zoom or telephone due to COVID-19 restrictions. No specific land use decisions, rezonings, or contracts are listed in this text.

The Zoning Administrator approved a Combined Development Permit for a property at 38801 Palo Colorado Rd in Big Sur. The permit allows construction of a 100-foot-long, 15-foot-high retaining wall and development on slopes of 30% or greater, subject to 6 conditions. The project was found categorically exempt from CEQA as a repair and minor alteration of a private roadway. The October 28, 2021 meeting minutes were also accepted.

• Approved a Combined Development Permit for a 100-foot by 15-foot retaining wall and slope development at 38801 Palo Colorado Rd, Big Sur, with 6 conditions.
• Found the project categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 exemption).
• Accepted the October 28, 2021 Zoning Administrator meeting minutes.

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from Ascent Environmental regarding the County Climate Action Plan and Municipal Climate Action Plan. The discussion will cover the greenhouse gas inventory and stakeholder feedback to provide direction to staff. The committee will also consider adopting the 2022 AEE meeting calendar.

• Adoption of the 2022 AEE Calendar
• Presentation on County and Municipal Climate Action Plans
• Discussion of greenhouse gas inventory and stakeholder feedback

Cannabis Committee

The committee will receive reports on the Industrial Hemp Pilot Program and current cannabis cultivation metrics, including land use and business permits. Members will also review a report from the Commercial Cannabis Tax Sub-Committee and consider approving minutes from July 21, 2021.

• Approval of July 21, 2021 action minutes
• Industrial Hemp Pilot Program Regulatory Update report
• Cannabis program update on cultivation square footage and permits
• Report on the County-Industry Commercial Cannabis Tax Sub-Committee

The Cannabis Committee met and approved the action minutes from July 21, 2021. Members received three informational reports: an update on the Industrial Hemp Pilot Program, a Cannabis Program memorandum on cultivation square footage and permits, and a report on the County-Industry Commercial Cannabis Tax Sub-Committee. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes. The next meeting was scheduled for December 15, 2021.

• Approved action minutes from July 21, 2021.
• Received report on Industrial Hemp Pilot Program Regulatory Update.
• Received Cannabis Program memorandum on cultivation square footage, land use permits, and business permits.
• Received report on County-Industry Commercial Cannabis Tax Sub-Committee.
• Scheduled next meeting for December 15, 2021.

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The commission will review the September 15, 2021, meeting minutes. Members will also discuss electing a new Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2022. Additionally, the body will receive reports on remote meeting requirements and employee resource groups.

• Approval of September 15, 2021, action minutes
• Election of 2022 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Formation of an Ad Hoc Nomination Committee for 2022 leadership
• Report on Assembly Bill No. 361 remote meeting requirements
• Update on Employee Resource Groups

Board of Supervisors

The Board will conduct closed sessions regarding labor negotiations, litigation, and personnel evaluations. The open session includes adopting ceremonial resolutions to recognize the San Antonio School District and Annalisa Mitchell.

• Resolution recognizing San Antonio School District's acceptance into the National Network of Innovative School Districts
• Resolution congratulating Annalisa Mitchell on receiving the 2021 Bahá’í Human Rights Award
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations for employee units F, H, and J
• Closed session for Natividad Medical Center CEO performance evaluation

Joint Meeting of Certain Board of Supervisors Standing Committees (full list included below)

This joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors standing committees contains one substantive item on the consent calendar. The committees will consider a finding to continue holding meetings remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Finding to continue remote committee meetings due to COVID-19

Joint Meeting of the Board of Supervisors and Boards of Directors (full list included below)

The Board of Supervisors and several associated boards are meeting to consider continuing remote meeting procedures. The agenda includes a finding that the COVID-19 state of emergency remains in effect to allow for remote participation under AB 361.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will discuss ongoing litigation and administrative matters. The meeting includes a proposal to delegate emergency contracting authority to the General Manager due to a local drought emergency. The Board will also review draft minutes from various 2021 meetings.

• Resolution delegating emergency contracting authority to the General Manager
• Closed session discussion regarding litigation involving City of Marina and RMC Lonestar
• Closed session discussion regarding litigation involving California-American Water Company and Marina Coast Water District
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from January through November 2021

Joint Meeting of the Board of Supervisors and Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors and Water Resources Agency will consider a loan to fund the Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project Design Phase. This includes a proposed loan of up to $950,000 from the County to the Water Resources Agency. The boards will also review budget amendments totaling $658,500 using funds from the Cannabis Assignment Fund.

• Loan not to exceed $950,000 for Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project Design Phase
• County budget amendment of $658,500 via Cannabis Assignment Fund balance
• Water Resources Agency budget amendment of $658,500

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board approved the consent calendar, including minutes, a financial report, a $500,000 well replacement agreement, and a grant application. It also approved a finding to continue remote meetings under AB 361 and recommended a $950,250 loan for the Pajaro River project. The Board received reports on deep aquifers and groundwater usage. No reportable actions were taken in closed session.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0, Scattini absent)
• Approved AB 361 remote meeting finding (8-0, Scattini absent)
• Approved and recommended Pajaro River loan up to $950,250 (9-0)
• Received Deep Aquifers Addendum to Salinas Valley Water Conditions Report (9-0)
• Received Salinas Valley Groundwater Usage 25-Year Analysis report (9-0)

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will conduct a workshop regarding the redistricting process. The agenda includes reviews of the Fair Maps Act and current maps. The committee will also discuss mapping tools and alternate map-drawing methods.

• Review of the Fair Maps Act
• Review of maps produced to date
• Public workshop on draft maps and commission preferences
• Review of mapping tools and alternate drawing methods
• Approval of November 4, 2021, action minutes

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and participation instructions for the November 10, 2021, Monterey County Planning Commission meeting. It outlines how the public can observe via Zoom or phone and how to submit comments during COVID-19 teleconference protocols. No specific agenda items or projects are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a combined development permit for a one-story single-family dwelling with an attached garage, an accessory dwelling unit, and after-the-fact removal of 20 Coast Live Oak trees at 25980 Ned Lane, Carmel Valley. The commission also approved a land use and zoning amendment for a 0.497-acre parcel at 4209 Sunridge Road in Del Monte Forest, recommending approval to the Board of Supervisors. Additionally, the commission made an AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings, accepted prior meeting minutes, and approved Land Use Advisory Committee reappointments.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for Pagano & Chua project at 25980 Ned Lane, Carmel Valley (9-0)
• Approved resolution recommending land use and zoning amendment for Stewart & Rodriguez parcel at 4209 Sunridge Road, Del Monte Forest (9-0)
• Made AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings due to COVID-19 state of emergency (9-0)
• Accepted October 10, 2018 Planning Commission meeting minutes (9-0)
• Accepted June 30, 2021 and August 11, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved Land Use Advisory Committee reappointments as listed on the attached matrix (9-0)

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will receive updates on several capital projects and infrastructure reports. This includes a status report on increasing the Pavement Condition Index of County roads and an update on the Jail Housing Addition Project. The committee will also adopt the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Status report on strategies to increase County road Pavement Condition Index
• Update on the Jail Housing Addition Project
• Report on Capital Improvement Plan and Key Capital Projects through June 2021
• Adoption of the 2022 meeting schedule

Legislative Committee

The committee will review reports from state and federal legislative offices to provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. Discussions include updates on the Salinas Homekey Project, the Veterans Home Project, and Proposition 68 grant applications.

• Support for Monterey Bay National Heritage Area Study Act
• Support for Caring for Survivors Act
• Salinas Homekey Project Update
• Veterans Home Project Update
• Proposition 68 Regional Parks and Rural Tourism grant applications

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Personnel and Administration Committee will receive updates on personnel activities and real property appraisals. The committee will also consider continuing remote meetings due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Finding to continue remote meetings under AB 361
• Approval of September 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on Training and Professional Growth Plan
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals

The committee unanimously approved a finding that the COVID-19 state of emergency is still in effect, allowing continued remote meetings. It also approved the minutes from the September 3, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were status reports and scheduling.

• Approved AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 3, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The committee will review recent financial reports and a cost analysis for agency space in Salinas. Members will also consider recommendations regarding a $950,000 loan for flood risk management and a $500,000 agreement for well replacement services.

• $950,000 loan for Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project Design Phase
• $1 million grant recommendation from California Department of Fish and Wildlife
• $500,000 agreement for emergency well replacement in Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project Service Area
• $658,500 budget amendment using the Cannabis Assignment Fund

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing advance reports for their November 16, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes renewing food and nutrition software at Natividad Medical Center and approving an API module for the Assessor-County Clerk/Recorder.

• Renewal of CBORD Group agreement for Natividad Medical Center up to $176,584
• Approval of Megabyte - JustAppraised API module for the Assessor-County Clerk/Recorder at a cost not to exceed $30,000
• Acceptance of non-standard indemnification provisions for the Assessor's office contract

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will review Draft Map 1 and submitted maps or comments. A public workshop will be held for discussion and testimony regarding draft maps. The committee will also receive an update and tutorial on the Maptitude Online Redistricting tool.

• Review of Draft Map 1 and submitted maps or comments
• Public redistricting workshop with discussion and testimony
• Update and tutorial on the Maptitude Online Redistricting (MORe) tool
• Information on alternate methods for drawing a map
• Approval of October 28, 2021, action minutes

Board of Supervisors

The meeting for the Board of Supervisors and Department Head Retreat scheduled for November 4, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular Board of Supervisors meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2021.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will discuss electric bicycle use on dirt trails and public access to Toro Park via the Harper Canyon Gate. The meeting also includes reports on Proposition 68 park improvement projects and remote meeting requirements.

• Potential ordinance update for e-bike use on dirt trails
• Report on Proposition 68 park improvements at Lake San Antonio, San Lorenzo Park, and 855 East Laurel Drive
• Review of public access to Toro Park via the Harper Canyon Gate
• Discussion regarding the termination of the Harper Canyon grazing lease program

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will review a draft report analyzing 25 years of groundwater extraction in the Salinas Valley. The committee will also receive the final Deep Aquifers Addendum to the Quarterly Conditions Report and updates on various agency activities. Discussions include well permit applications and the CSIP Supplemental Well Replacement Project.

• Review of draft report: Salinas Valley Groundwater Usage: An Analysis of 25 Years of Groundwater Extraction Reporting
• Receipt of final Deep Aquifers Addendum to the Quarterly Conditions Report
• Update on Proposition 1 Implementation Grant for protecting domestic drinking water supplies
• Update on well permit application activities
• Approval of October 6, 2021, meeting minutes

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Committee will review the October 6, 2021, meeting minutes. Members will also receive an update on the 2021 Strategic Planning Workshop and provide direction to staff.

• Approval of October 6, 2021, action minutes
• Update on the 2021 Strategic Planning Workshop
• Findings regarding remote meeting procedures under AB 361

Board of Supervisors

The Board will conduct closed sessions regarding security, litigation, and labor negotiations with employee organizations. The public agenda includes adopting several ceremonial resolutions for local service recognition.

• Labor negotiations for all units and IHSS
• Resolution recognizing 2021 IHSS Provider of the Year
• Recognition of National Family Caregivers Month
• Recognition of Monterey County Military and Veterans Affairs Office

East Garrison Community Services District

The Board will consider a finding to allow for continued remote meetings pursuant to AB 361. This action relates to the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health recommendations. The meeting also includes time for general public comments on matters not listed on the agenda.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board will receive a preliminary analysis report regarding regional projects under consideration. This follows a request for a special joint meeting with agencies including the Salinas Valley Basin and Marina Coast Water District Groundwater Sustainability Agencies.

• Preliminary analysis report on regional water projects (Board Referral No. 2021.18 Revised)

In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority

The In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority will hold a special meeting. The agenda includes a closed session to provide direction to negotiators regarding the IHSS employee organization.

• Direction to negotiators Lori Medina and Jeff Bailey regarding the IHSS employee organization

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Health, Housing, Homelessness & Human Services Committee will review presentations regarding potential projects for the California Housing and Homeless Funding Package. The meeting also includes reports on shelter occupancy data and the progress of the Whole Person Care Pilot. Additionally, members will hear about the transition to CalAIM benefits.

• Presentation on California Housing and Homeless Funding Package projects
• Report on COVID-19 Incident Housing Programs occupancy and vacancy data
• Update on SHARE Navigation Center shelter bed occupancy and outcomes
• Progress report on the County’s Whole Person Care Pilot (WPC)
• Transition update regarding CalAIM Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports

Budget Committee

The Monterey County Budget Committee is reviewing several budget amendments and contract approvals. The agenda includes items regarding public safety grants, library fine forgiveness, and staffing for the Health Department.

• A loan not to exceed $950,000 to the Monterey County Water Resources Agency for Pajaro River flood risk management
• Forgiveness of $155,953.20 in outstanding library fines and updates to the library fee schedule
• Acceptance of a $138,379 grant for a new patrol vessel and trailer at Lake Nacimiento and Lake San Antonio
• A contract with Darryl L. Sink & Associates, Inc. up to $198,200 for purchasing manual updates
• Budget amendments to add two social worker positions to the Health Department’s Behavioral Health Bureau

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will review updates regarding the Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoir release schedules. The agenda also includes discussions on drought conditions, committee vacancies, and reservoir maintenance activities.

• Approval of September 30, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoir release schedules
• Update on drought conditions and DTAC activation
• Update on Interlake Tunnel Project
• Update on committee vacancies and applications

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

This meeting agenda consists entirely of procedural boilerplate and instructions for teleconference participation. No specific land use items, rezonings, or contracts are listed in the provided text.

The Zoning Administrator approved a Combined Development Permit for the demolition of an existing 1,970 sq ft single-family dwelling and a detached 388 sq ft cottage, and construction of a 2,795 sq ft two-story single-family dwelling with a 345 sq ft attached garage at 26233 Camino Real, Carmel. The project was found categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15302, with no exceptions, and was subject to nine conditions of approval. The meeting also accepted the minutes from September 30 and October 14, 2021.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for demolition and rebuild at 26233 Camino Real (with conditions)
• Found project categorically exempt per CEQA Guidelines Section 15302
• Accepted September 30, 2021 and October 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Cannabis Committee

The October 28, 2021, meeting of the Monterey County Cannabis Committee consists of standard procedural items. No specific cannabis-related topics or decisions are listed in this agenda text.

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will review Draft Map 1 and any submitted maps or comments. The meeting includes a public workshop for discussion and testimony regarding draft maps. Members will also consider findings to continue holding meetings remotely.

• Review of Draft Map 1 by LGDR demographers
• Public redistricting workshop and testimony
• Adoption of AB 361 findings for remote meetings
• Maptitude Online Redistricting (MORe) tool tutorial
• Approval of October 21, 2021, action minutes

Budget Committee

The agenda for the Monterey County Budget Committee meeting on October 27, 2021, contains only the title and a placeholder page number, with no listed items. This appears to be a procedural or incomplete agenda with no substantive decisions or discussions scheduled.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

This meeting agenda consists of procedural information and public participation instructions. No specific project items, rezonings, or contracts are listed in the provided text. The meeting was scheduled to be held via teleconference due to COVID-19 protocols.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a combined development permit for a single-family home at 2319 Scenic Road, Carmel, including a variance for reduced rear setback and increased building coverage, with amendments to protect a Monterey cypress tree and correct variance percentages. It also approved a combined development permit for California American Water to replace about 1,400 linear feet of water pipeline on Highway 1 in Big Sur. A proposed T-Mobile cell tower at 515 Coker Road was withdrawn, so no action was taken. The commission accepted prior meeting minutes and received updates on ARPA funds and planning referrals.

• Approved combined development for 2319 Scenic Road, Carmel, with variance and amendments (8-0)
• Approved water pipeline replacement on Highway 1, Big Sur (7-0, Diehl recused)
• Accepted 2019 and 2021 meeting minutes (6-0, 8-0)
• No action on withdrawn T-Mobile cell tower application at 515 Coker Road

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting was a Board of Supervisors retreat. The agenda included roundtable discussions regarding county mission, values, and goals. It also focused on reviewing county priorities and preparing for an upcoming retreat with department heads.

• Discussion of County mission, values, and goals
• Review of county priorities
• Preparation for retreat with department heads

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors will consider amendments to five physician staffing agreements at Natividad Medical Center. These updates address changes in California law and payment rates while maintaining a $10,500,000 total aggregate liability. The Board will also review a resolution regarding Caltrans procedures.

• Amendments to five physician staffing agreements with $10,500,000 total aggregate liability
• Extension of physician staffing agreement terms through June 30, 2022
• Resolution to certify the adoption of Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual Chapter 10

Board of Supervisors

The Board will conduct closed sessions regarding security, litigation, and labor negotiations. The public agenda also includes reappointing members to In-Home Support Services advisory groups.

• Reappointment of Juan Morales to the In-Home Support Services Advisory Committee
• Reappointment of Richard Kuehn to the In-Home Support Services Advisory Council
• Closed session regarding security of public buildings and services
• Closed session regarding negotiations with employee organizations

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board is considering the approval of a new Emergency Response Manual and COVID-19 Prevention Program. They will also consider a finding to allow for continued remote meetings due to the state of emergency.

• Approval of the County of Monterey Emergency Response Manual and COVID-19 Prevention Program
• Retroactive implementation of the prevention program to March 18, 2020
• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Joint Meeting of Certain Board of Supervisors Standing Committees (full list included below)

This meeting consists primarily of procedural information and COVID-19 protocols. The only scheduled matter is a consideration of findings to allow standing committees to continue meeting remotely due to the ongoing state of emergency.

• Consideration of findings to continue remote committee meetings under the COVID-19 state of emergency

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors is reviewing contract amendments for Natividad Medical Center. These items include extending surgical services and radiology services agreements.

• Contract amendment with Brian Lugo MD, Medical Corp for surgical services up to $700,000
• Contract amendment with Central Valley Imaging Medical Associates (RADS) for radiology services up to $5,480,000

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will hold a public workshop to discuss draft maps and receive testimony. The meeting also includes updates on the Maptitude Online Redistricting tool and reports from demographic researchers.

• Approval of October 7, 2021, action minutes
• Update on the Maptitude Online Redistricting (MORe) tool
• Report from Lapkoff & Gobalet Demographic Research regarding redistricting measurements
• Review of alternate map drawing methods and handouts from LGDR demographers
• Public workshop for discussion and testimony on draft maps

Cannabis Committee

The October 20, 2021, agenda for the Monterey County Cannabis Committee consists of standard procedural items. No specific cannabis-related topics or decisions are detailed in this document.

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

Board of Supervisors

This meeting consists primarily of ceremonial resolutions and closed session discussions. The Board will address litigation matters in closed session and consider various community recognitions and proclamations.

• Closed session discussion regarding litigation and security threats
• Resolution declaring October 12 as 'Indigenous Peoples Day'
• Proclamation for the 2021 Monterey County Employee Giving Campaign
• Recognition of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation Hero Award

Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Agency is considering a resolution to approve the sale of a vacant parcel near Pajaro Community Park to Berkshire Investments, LLC. The proposal includes allocating an estimated $5,000 from net sale proceeds to the Pajaro Sunny Mesa Community Services District for future park improvements.

• Sale of an approximately 30,900 square foot vacant parcel near Pajaro Community Park
• Quitclaim Deed and Vacant Land Purchase Agreement with Berkshire Investments, LLC
• Allocation of estimated $5,000 in net sale proceeds to Pajaro Sunny Mesa Community Services District

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board will receive the FY 2020-21 fourth quarter financial status report. Members will also consider a report on AB 361 regarding remote meeting requirements and a presentation on Interlake Tunnel modeling.

• FY 2020-21 Fourth Quarter Financial Status Report
• Report on AB 361 and remote meeting requirements
• Presentation on Interlake Tunnel modeling status
• General Manager performance evaluation
• Reservoir Release and Well Permit Application updates

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Directors approved the consent calendar, which included the September 20, 2021 meeting minutes and the FY 2020-21 fourth quarter financial report. The board also received a presentation on the status of the Interlake Tunnel modeling. No action was taken on the AB 361 remote meeting report, and no reportable actions were taken in closed session.

• Approved consent calendar including September 20, 2021 minutes and FY 2020-21 Q4 financial report (8-0-1, Baillie abstained)
• Received presentation on Interlake Tunnel modeling status (unanimous)
• No action taken on AB 361 remote meeting requirements report
• Created Nomination Committee for 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair (members: Smith, Gonzalez, Simis)

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided text contains only procedural instructions and public participation guidelines for the October 14, 2021, Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting. No specific projects, rezonings, or contracts are documented in this portion of the agenda.

The Zoning Administrator approved a Design Approval for Aginson Prime Properties LLC to demolish an existing 1,705 sq ft single-family dwelling and detached garage at 2893 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, and construct a new 3,011 sq ft two-story home with attached garage, patios, balcony, fence, and outdoor features. The project was found to qualify for a Class 2 Categorical Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15302, with no exceptions under Section 15300.2. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Design Approval for demolition and new construction at 2893 17 Mile Drive (PLN210135)
• Found project qualifies for Class 2 Categorical Exemption per CEQA Guidelines Section 15302

County of Monterey Planning Commission

This document provides instructions for participating in the meeting via teleconference. It outlines procedures for submitting public comments and accessing the meeting through Zoom or phone. No specific project items, ordinances, or decisions are listed in this text.

• No specific agenda items, contracts, or rezoning requests are listed.

The Monterey County Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on the proposed abandonment of 4.5 miles of Reliz Canyon Road to November 10, 2021. The commission also accepted multiple sets of meeting minutes and acknowledged resignations from several Land Use Advisory Committees. Reappointments to the advisory committees were continued to November 10, 2021, to allow staff to provide a spreadsheet of seat terms.

• Continued Reliz Canyon Road abandonment hearing to Nov. 10, 2021 (9-0)
• Accepted April 12, 2017 meeting minutes (8-0-1 abstention)
• Accepted meeting minutes from April 26, 2017 through Dec. 4, 2019 as a group (9-0)
• Accepted July 28, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved Aug. 25, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved Sept. 8, 2021 meeting minutes (8-0-1 abstention)
• Acknowledged resignations from Cachagua, North County, and Spreckels advisory committees (9-0)
• Continued LUAC reappointments to Nov. 10, 2021 (9-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations and litigation exposure. The agenda also includes ceremonial resolutions and a commission appointment.

• Labor negotiations for All Units and IHSS
• Appointment of Marguerite Susan Breen to the Commission on the Status of Women
• Resolution honoring Beata Obydzinski upon retirement
• Recognition of Mel and Regina Mason as Distinguished Trustee Award Recipients

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board is considering a resolution to apply for a $2,000,000 WaterSMART matching grant from the U.S. Department of Interior. If awarded, the agency would enter into a cooperation agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation to administer funds for optimization projects.

• $2,000,000 WaterSMART matching grant application for Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project optimization
• Authorization for the General Manager to enter into a cooperation agreement if funds are awarded

Joint Board of Supervisors and Advisory Redistricting Commission of Monterey County

The Joint Board will receive an overview of redistricting efforts and demographic updates from Lapkoff & Gobalet Demographic Research, Inc. Commissioners will present summaries of Communities of Interest public hearing testimonies. The meeting also includes a review of the redistricting process timeline and next steps.

• Overview of redistricting efforts and demographic updates
• Summary of Communities of Interest public hearing testimonies
• Review of redistricting process timeline and next steps

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will receive status reports on several infrastructure projects. This includes updates on the Jail Housing Addition Project, the New Juvenile Hall, and negotiations regarding the sale of various county sewer systems.

• Status update on Jail Housing Addition Project 8819
• Negotiations regarding the sale of Pajaro, Boronda, and CSA 75-Chualar sewer systems
• Transfer of Boronda County Sanitation District-Zone 2 San Jerardo Water System
• Status report on New Juvenile Hall, Project 8811
• Approval of September 13, 2021, action minutes

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will review various reports to provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. This includes updates on the Salinas Homekey Project, state veterans home, and federal legislation.

• Updates on the Salinas Homekey Project and State Veterans Home Project
• Recommendations on federal acts including Outdoors for All and Save Our Forests
• Review of Proposition 68 Regional Parks and Rural Tourism applications
• Report on San Lucas Drinking Water
• Approval of September 13, 2021, action minutes

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will discuss potential ordinance updates regarding e-bike use on dirt trails. The meeting includes reports on public access to Toro Park via Harper Canyon and the status of Proposition 68 park improvement projects. Members will also address remote meeting requirements following AB 361.

• Potential ordinance updates regarding e-bike use on dirt trails
• Proposition 68 park improvements at Lake San Antonio, San Lorenzo Park, and 855 East Laurel Drive
• Public access to Toro Park via the Harper Canyon gate
• Termination of the Roth Cattle grazing lease in Harper Canyon
• Report on AB 361 and requirements for continued remote meetings

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will discuss the timeline for public hearings on draft plans and summarize testimonies from COI public hearings. The meeting includes an overview of AB361 regarding virtual meetings and a presentation of a demographic update. Members will also prepare to report to the Board of Supervisors on October 12, 2021.

• Approval of September 2, 2021, action minutes
• Overview of AB361 regarding virtual meetings
• Review of process timeline for draft plan public hearings
• Receipt of a demographic update from Lapkoff and Gobalet Demographic Research
• Summary of COI Public Hearing testimonies

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting. The agenda includes a closed session to provide direction to negotiators representing all employee organization units.

• Direction to negotiators for all employee organization units

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The committee will review several staff reports regarding water resource management. Discussions include updates on county well permit processing, agency modeling activities, and data collection efforts. The meeting also includes an update on the Proposition 1 Implementation Grant for protecting domestic drinking water supplies.

• Approval of September 1, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on County Well Permit Processing
• Update on Groundwater Sustainability Agency Activities in the Salinas Valley Basin
• Proposition 1 Implementation Grant Update for Lower Salinas Valley well status
• Update on the CSIP Supplemental Well Replacement Project

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The committee will review the Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan timeline and receive an update on drought conditions. Members will also discuss the 2021 Strategic Planning Workshop and a maintenance management system update.

• Approval of August 4, 2021, meeting minutes
• Salinas River HCP Update and timeline
• Computerized Maintenance Management System Update
• Drought Conditions Update
• 2021 Strategic Planning Workshop update

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold closed sessions regarding security threats, litigation, and labor negotiations with employee organizations. The agenda also includes ceremonial resolutions to honor retiring staff and employees serving during the pandemic.

• Labor negotiations for All Units and IHSS
• Resolution honoring Linda McGlone's retirement
• Resolution celebrating California’s Clean Air Day
• Resolution honoring County employees for COVID-19 service
• Appointment of Cesar Lara to the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council

East Garrison Community Services District

The Board of Directors will consider several agreements for district-wide maintenance services. These include contracts for landscaping, road upkeep, and stormwater control.

• $1,800,000 landscape and open space maintenance contract with BrightView Landscape Services, Inc.
• $570,000 stormwater and flood control maintenance contract with Al Fresco Landscape Management, Inc.
• $400,000 road maintenance services contract with A. Teichert & Son, Inc. dba Teichert Construction

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

This meeting agenda contains no public action items or discussions. The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will convene in a closed session to confer with legal counsel about one matter of significant exposure to litigation.

• Closed session regarding one matter of significant exposure to litigation

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss amending the county code to prohibit smoking in certain multi-unit housing complexes. Members will also review reports on COVID-19 housing occupancy and pedestrian safety programs. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on requirements for continued remote meetings.

• Potential amendment to County Code Chapter 10.70 to prohibit smoking in multi-unit housing
• Report on COVID-19 Incident Housing Programs occupancy and vacancy data
• Presentation on Safe Routes to School and Active Transportation Program
• Update on AB 361 requirements for continued remote meetings

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The committee will receive the FY 2020-21 year-end financial status report and August 2021 financials for all Agency Funds. The meeting also includes updates on Proposition 218, grants, USBR loan refinancing, and homeless encampment cleanup costs.

• Approval of September 3, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of FY 2020-21 fourth quarter financial status report
• Receipt of August 2021 financials for all Agency Funds
• Updates on Proposition 218 and the 10-Year Financial Plan
• Reports on USBR loan refinancing and homeless encampment cleanup costs

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for October 1, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will review updates regarding the 2021 release schedules for Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoirs. The meeting also includes reports on drought conditions, maintenance activities, and the Interlake Tunnel Project.

• Approval of August 26, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoir release schedules
• Report on drought conditions
• Update on Interlake Tunnel Project
• Update on Salinas River Stream Maintenance Program

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided text contains only the meeting notice and public participation instructions for the September 30, 2021, session. No specific agenda items or projects are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved a Combined Development Permit for a 5,824-square-foot two-story home at 317 Pasadera Court, Monterey, including a use permit for slope development, and found it categorically exempt under CEQA. The hearing for a retaining wall project at 38801 Palo Colorado Rd, Big Sur, was continued to a date uncertain. Minutes from four prior meetings were accepted.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 5,824 sq ft home at 317 Pasadera Court (PLN210032)
• Found project categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303
• Continued hearing for retaining wall project at 38801 Palo Colorado Rd to date uncertain (PLN210149)
• Accepted minutes from May 27, June 10, June 24, and September 9, 2021 meetings

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided document consists of administrative instructions and COVID-19 participation guidelines for the September 29, 2021, meeting. No specific agenda items, projects, or ordinances are listed in this text.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved several development projects, including a commercial cannabis cultivation and processing facility in Salinas, a single-family dwelling with an accessory unit in Carmel, and two new homes in Carmel Valley. The commission also continued a hearing on a winery use permit renewal to November 10, 2021, and later approved a two-year extension for the same winery permit. All votes were unanimous among present commissioners, with some commissioners absent.

• Approved Aeroparatus LLC combined development permit and mitigated negative declaration (7-0)
• Approved Roberts project for two new dwellings and accessory structures, CEQA Class 3 exemption (7-0)
• Continued Pagano & Chua hearing to November 10, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved Lesage single-family dwelling and accessory unit, CEQA exemption (6-0)
• Approved Yonemitsu Properties cannabis cultivation and processing permit (6-0)
• Approved 2-year extension of David Arzini/Hidden Valley winery use permit (6-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review several budget amendments and departmental reports. This includes a proposed increase of $3,403,777 for the Housing and Community Development Department. The committee will also discuss personnel changes in Social Services and Human Resources.

• $3,403,777 budget increase for Housing and Community Development
• Reallocation of one position in the Department of Social Services Budget Unit
• Addition of one Management Analyst I to the Human Resources Department budget
• Capital needs report for Laguna Seca Recreational Area
• FY 2020-21 Cannabis Program performance indicator update

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will meet to adopt several ceremonial resolutions honoring community health workers, nurses, and a retiring probation manager. The agenda also includes closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations and litigation.

• Resolution honoring Robert Reyes for 25 years of service in Probation Services
• Resolution recognizing VIDA Community Health Workers for pandemic service
• Resolution honoring Nurses of Monterey County
• Closed session regarding direction to labor negotiators
• Closed session regarding existing litigation (Dianna Throckmorton)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

This meeting consists of procedural items and a closed session. The Board will confer with legal counsel regarding the potential initiation of litigation.

• Closed session consultation regarding potential litigation

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet to address closed session items regarding employee organization negotiations and potential litigation exposure. The public agenda includes a ceremonial resolution for National Food Safety Education Month and an appointment to the Fish and Game Advisory Commission.

• Direction to negotiators for employee organizations
• Discussion of matters involving significant exposure to litigation
• Resolution proclaiming September 2021 as National Food Safety Education Month
• Reappointment of Nick Brockman to the Fish and Game Advisory Commission

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board will consider several contracts and agreements regarding water infrastructure and monitoring. This includes funding for streamgaging and vegetation removal in the Pajaro River Levee channel. The meeting also covers updates on reservoir leases and groundwater extraction reports.

• $203,000 agreement with Community Tree Services Inc. for Pajaro River Levee maintenance
• $204,660 annual Joint Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey
• $20,000 contract increase for Nacimiento Dam spillway repair work
• Authorization to apply for a WaterSMART Drought Response grant
• Interim services agreement for the Pajaro Regional Flood Management Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Directors approved a $203,000 General Services Agreement with Community Tree Services Inc. for vegetative maintenance and removal within the Pajaro River Levee channel, and authorized the General Manager to execute it. The board also approved a multi-year Joint Funding Agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey and the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency for the Salinas Valley Integrated Hydrologic Model, subject to County Counsel review. Additionally, the board received updates on the Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan, the GEMS 2020 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report, and the 2021 Salinas River Discharge Measurement Series, among other items. All votes were unanimous (8-0) with Director Baillie absent, except for the San Antonio Reservoir lease update, which passed 7-1 with Director Ekelund dissenting.

• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes, Graniterock change order, Pajaro Regional Flood Management Agency agreement, USGS joint funding, and WaterSMART grant application (8-0)
• Approved $203,000 General Services Agreement with Community Tree Services Inc. for Pajaro River Levee vegetation maintenance (8-0)
• Approved multi-year Joint Funding Agreement with USGS and Salinas Valley Basin GSA for Salinas Valley Integrated Hydrologic Model (8-0)
• Received update on Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan (8-0)
• Received GEMS 2020 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report and requested staff include Board of Prisons water use in next report (8-0)
• Received report on 2021 Salinas River Discharge Measurement Series (8-0)
• Received report on Nacimiento and San Antonio Dam conditions and maintenance (8-0)
• Received update on San Antonio Reservoir lease, authorized continued negotiations, and recommended Board of Supervisors approval (7-1, Ekelund no)

Assessment Appeals Board

The Assessment Appeals Board meeting includes procedural items such as roll call and public comment. The agenda also includes a review of board member stipends and waivers for agreement extensions. No specific property appeals or dollar amounts are listed in this document.

• Review of AAB Board Members stipend
• Waiver for Agreement of Extension
• Approval of stipulations
• Approval of withdrawals

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee will discuss updates regarding the lease of MCWRA land at San Antonio Reservoir to County Public Works. The committee will also receive a report on activities related to homeless encampments on the Reclamation Ditch. Additionally, members will review discussions concerning cost sharing for San Antonio Dam maintenance.

• Approval of July 15, 2021 action minutes
• Report on homeless encampments on the Reclamation Ditch
• Update on leasing MCWRA land at San Antonio Reservoir to County Public Works
• Discussion on MCWRA/SLOCO cost sharing for San Antonio Dam maintenance

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to approve minutes from the June 17, 2021 meeting. The committee will also receive presentations regarding COVID-19 emergency paid leave survey results and progress on various Human Resources Strategic Plan initiatives.

• Approval of June 17, 2021, action minutes
• Presentation of COVID-19 Emergency Paid Leave Utilization Survey results
• Update on Leadership and Management strategic initiatives
• Update on Employee and Labor Relations strategic initiatives
• Update on HR Information Systems strategic initiatives

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Commission will review the July 21, 2021, action minutes for approval. The meeting includes presentations regarding the District Attorney Workers’ Compensation Fraud Unit and Employee Resource Groups.

• Approval of July 21, 2021, action minutes
• Presentation on District Attorney Workers’ Compensation Fraud Unit
• Presentation on Employee Resource Groups

Cannabis Committee

The September 15, 2021, meeting agenda for the Monterey County Cannabis Committee consists of procedural items only. No specific topics, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold closed sessions regarding potential litigation, claims against the county, and direction for employee negotiations. The public agenda includes a ceremonial resolution honoring Todd Dale upon his retirement.

• Performance evaluations for several county officials
• Direction to negotiators Irma Ramirez-Bough and Kim Moore
• Discussion of claim by Michael Chassion
• Resolution honoring Todd Dale's retirement

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will conduct a performance evaluation for the agency's General Manager during a closed session. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and public comment.

• Performance evaluation for the General Manager

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee is holding public hearings on Communities of Interest. The meeting includes an overview of the redistricting process and a demonstration of the COI Survey123 tool.

• Public hearings for Communities of Interest
• Overview of redistricting by demographers
• COI Survey123 demonstration by Jackie Estrada

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee is reviewing a request from the CSA 25 Advisory Committee to fund street rehabilitation with $3.1 million. Members are also considering a $690,000 budget allocation for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Replacement Project planning phase. Additionally, the committee will review status reports on various fire and winter storm repair projects.

• $3.1 million request for CSA 25 street rehabilitation
• $690,000 budget allocation for ERP Replacement Project planning
• Review of funding options to increase County road Pavement Condition Index
• Capital needs report for Laguna Seca Recreational Area
• Retroactive addition of 2020 fire and 2021 winter storm repairs to the Road Fund

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will receive reports and consider recommendations regarding federal legislation, including the infrastructure bill and voting rights. Members will also review state legislative updates such as SB 594 redistricting and vaccine legislation. Additionally, the committee will discuss grant-related items including drought funding and San Lucas drinking water.

• Approval of June 21, 2021, special meeting minutes
• Federal reports on infrastructure and budget reconciliation bills
• State legislative updates including SB 594 redistricting
• Grant reports regarding drought funding and San Lucas drinking water

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided text consists only of procedural instructions and COVID-19 participation protocols for the Monterey County Zoning Administrator. No specific projects, rezonings, or decisions are included in this portion of the agenda.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved two residential projects: a demolition and rebuild at 2972 Cormorant Road in Pebble Beach, and a new home at 3810 Genista Way in Carmel. Both were found exempt from CEQA review and approved with conditions. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Design Approval for demolition and new 2,864 sq ft home at 2972 Cormorant Road, Pebble Beach, with 8 conditions
• Found Class 2 Categorical Exemption for the Cormorant Road project
• Approved Combined Development Permit for new 1,115 sq ft home at 3810 Genista Way, Carmel, with 8 conditions
• Found Class 3 Categorical Exemption for the Genista Way project

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text consists of procedural boilerplate regarding teleconference participation for the September 8, 2021, meeting. No specific projects, rezonings, or ordinances are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Planning Commission held a teleconference meeting on September 8, 2021. It voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on the proposed abandonment/vacation of 4.5 miles of Reliz Canyon Road to October 13, 2021. The commission also recommended approval of a lot line adjustment and variance for O P Murphy Produce (PLN180428) with modifications, and continued a retaining wall project (PLN190252) to a date uncertain. No public comments were made on any item.

• Continued Reliz Canyon Road vacation hearing to Oct. 13, 2021 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of O P Murphy Produce lot line adjustment and variance with modifications (7-0)
• Continued Kostigen retaining walls and drainage easement amendment to a date uncertain (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting an urgency ordinance requiring indoor face coverings for individuals over age two. The Board also intends to provide direction to negotiators representing the Unit S employee organization.

• Urgency ordinance requiring indoor face coverings for persons over age two
• Negotiation direction for Unit S Employee Organization

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding the lease of agency land at San Antonio Reservoir to Monterey County Public Works and Parks. The committee may also consider authorizing the General Manager to continue negotiations for this lease. Additionally, staff will provide updates on personnel activities and land appraisals.

• Update on San Antonio Reservoir land lease negotiations
• Approval of August 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Personnel activities update
• Training and Professional Growth Plan update
• Real property and Agency land appraisals update

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Monterey County Health, Housing, Homelessness & Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for September 2, 2021, was cancelled.

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will consider updates to well permit applications and provide guidance to staff on recommended changes. The meeting also includes reports on groundwater extraction and Salinas River discharge measurements.

• Well Permit Applications Update and staff guidance
• 2020 Groundwater Extraction Management System (GEMS) Summary Report
• 2021 Salinas River Discharge Measurement Series report
• Proposition 1 Implementation Grant update for Lower Salinas Valley
• Groundwater Sustainability Agency activities in the Salinas Valley Basin

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Water Resources Agency Planning Committee meeting scheduled for September 1, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Board of Supervisors

The provided agenda consists of meeting procedures and notifications for closed session items. No regular public agenda items, such as ordinances or contracts, are listed in this document.

• Direction to negotiators for employee units
• Litigation involving Monterey County Water Resources Agency
• Worker's Compensation Appeals Board cases
• Performance evaluations for several county officials

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will meet on August 31, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session for the Board to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee.

• Closed session regarding litigation: Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee v. Monterey County Water Resources Agency, et al.

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing advance reports for the August 31, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes an amendment to a professional services agreement with Seunggu Jude Han, M.D. for neurosurgery services at Natividad Medical Center. This amendment would add $340,000 to the contract amount.

• Amendment to neurosurgery services agreement (A-14905) adding $340,000 for a total not to exceed $1,040,000
• Extension of the contract term through August 31, 2022

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding the County Action Plan and ordinance for SB1383. This includes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on organic waste self-hauling, inspection, and enforcement. The committee will also review updates on Sustainability Program activities.

• SB1383 organic waste action plan and ordinance recommendations
• Sustainability Program activity update
• Approval of May 27, 2021 meeting minutes

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided document contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates on reservoir release schedules for Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoirs. Members will also consider supporting continued negotiations regarding a land lease at San Antonio Reservoir.

• Update on leasing Monterey County Water Resources Agency land at San Antonio Reservoir to County of Monterey Public Works
• 2021 release schedule updates for Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoirs
• Updates on reservoir operations, maintenance, and Division of Safety of Dams requirements
• Status reports on the Interlake Tunnel Project and Quagga/Zebra Mussel Plan

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review several personnel reclassifications and budget amendments. Discussions include funding for the Enterprise Resource Planning replacement project and cannabis-related permit deposits. The committee will also receive updates on fire and storm repair projects.

• $690,000 appropriation increase for ERP replacement project planning
• $28,607 budget increase for Carmel Views/Mar Vista street maintenance
• Budget increases for cannabis business permit deposits across three departments
• Reclassification of various county positions including Agricultural Inspector and Inventory Control Specialist
• Review of commercial cannabis distribution tax options

County of Monterey Planning Commission

This document contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation in the Monterey County Planning Commission meeting. No specific agenda items or projects are listed in this text. The meeting is scheduled to be held via teleconference due to COVID-19 protocols.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a Mitigated Negative Declaration and amended the General Development Plan and Combined Development Permit for the Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, allowing reconfiguration of resort facilities while maintaining the approved buildout of 40 visitor serving units and 44 employee housing units. The commission also approved a lot line adjustment for four parcels totaling 1,375 acres east of Highway 1 in Big Sur, and continued a public hearing for a proposed 65-foot-tall wireless communication facility at 515 Coker Road, Salinas, to October 27, 2021. Five appointments to Land Use Advisory Committees were also approved.

• Approved Post Ranch Inn General Development Plan amendment and Combined Development Permit (9-0)
• Approved lot line adjustment for four parcels totaling 1,375 acres in Big Sur (9-0)
• Continued public hearing for T-Mobile cell tower at 515 Coker Road to October 27, 2021 (9-0)
• Appointed Kathleen Novoa to South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Appointed Susan Newton to Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Appointed Orville Myers to Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Appointed Tom Gano to Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Appointed Janis Dickinson to Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee (9-0)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors will review an update regarding the Interlake Tunnel project. The report includes the project's current status and its summary schedule.

• Status and schedule report for the Interlake Tunnel project

East Garrison Community Services District

The East Garrison Community Services District Board of Directors is considering a resolution regarding Lincoln Park. The proposal includes establishing two new sponsored events for at least three years and setting waived uses and fees for the park.

• Resolution to establish two new sponsored events at Lincoln Park
• Establishment of an annual budget for sponsored events
• Establishment of waived uses and fees for Lincoln Park

Board of Supervisors

The provided agenda text contains only closed session items and procedural information. No public agenda items are listed in this portion of the document.

• Real property negotiations for 1011 Broadway Street, King City
• Labor negotiations with employee organizations
• Litigation regarding Ben Draeger
• Liability claims involving Ruth Gallegos

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will discuss planning for county-wide communities of interest listening sessions. The committee is also scheduled to receive a report on 2020 Census Data and an overview of redistricting legal requirements.

• Approval of August 12, 2021 action minutes
• Planning for county-wide communities of interest listening sessions
• Report regarding the release of 2020 Census Data
• Overview of the legal requirements of redistricting

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board will consider agreements for the Lower Salinas Valley Well Destruction Project totaling over $5 million. They will also review a purchase of three pieces of heavy equipment and an amendment to a professional services agreement. Staff will provide updates on the Pajaro River and Interlake Tunnel projects.

• $1,992,644.00 contract with Maggiora Bros. Drilling, Inc. for well destruction
• $3,423,008.67 contract with Pacific Coast Well Drilling for well destruction
• Purchase of three heavy equipment pieces not to exceed $598,667
• $83,204 amendment to Wood Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. agreement
• Update on 2021 Pajaro River vegetation removal work

The board approved two contracts totaling about $5.4 million for the Lower Salinas Valley Well Destruction Project, one with Maggiora Bros. Drilling for $1,992,644 and another with Pacific Coast Well Drilling for $3,423,008.67. It also approved the consent calendar, which included a $83,204 amendment for Interlake Tunnel modeling and a $598,667 equipment purchase. The board received reports on homeless encampments, the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project, and the Interlake Tunnel project, and authorized a 60-day wastewater agreement with the City of Salinas and Monterey One Water.

• Approved $1,992,644 contract with Maggiora Bros. Drilling for well destruction (Groups B and E) (8-0)
• Approved $3,423,008.67 contract with Pacific Coast Well Drilling for well destruction (Groups A, C, D) (8-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $83,204 amendment for Interlake Tunnel modeling and $598,667 equipment purchase (7-0-1)
• Authorized 60-day agreement with City of Salinas and Monterey One Water for wastewater use (8-0)
• Received report on homeless encampments on Reclamation Ditch (8-0)
• Received update on Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project (8-0)
• Received report on Interlake Tunnel project status (8-0)

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The scheduled meeting for the Monterey County Zoning Administrator on August 12, 2021, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and adopt its 2021 meeting schedule. The agenda includes information on upcoming community listening sessions scheduled for August 26 through September 19. Members will also receive demonstrations of mapping and data collection tools.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of the 2021 ARC meeting schedule
• Information on Communities of Interest listening sessions (August 26 – September 19)
• Survey123 demonstration for gathering data on Communities of Interest
• Introduction to Maptitude online mapping tools

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review the draft Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan update prior to environmental review. The commission will also consider a development permit for repairs and new construction at 48158 Highway 1. A request for a map extension in Bradley has been withdrawn.

• Development permit for repairs and a new guesthouse/pool house at 48158 Highway 1
• Workshop on the Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan update
• Withdrawal of the six-year extension request for Country Lake Estates in Bradley
• Appointment of a new Vice Chair for the Nomination Committee

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a Combined Development Permit for a historic dwelling at 48158 Highway 1, including demolition of a guesthouse and construction of a new 844 sq ft guesthouse/pool house, with conditions 4 and 5 removed. The commission also held a workshop on the Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan update and voted to create an ad hoc subcommittee to provide recommendations. Additionally, Commissioner Mendoza was appointed Vice Chair, and the July 31, 2019 minutes were approved.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 48158 Highway 1 (9-0) with conditions 4 and 5 removed
• Created ad hoc subcommittee for Big Sur Land Use Plan update (10-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Mendoza as Vice Chair (10-0)
• Approved July 31, 2019 Planning Commission minutes (8-0, Ambriz abstained)
• Withdrawn: Country Lake Estates subdivision extension (no action)

Capital Improvement Committee

The provided document contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

Legislative Committee

The regular meeting of the Monterey County Legislative Committee scheduled for August 9, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 13, 2021, at 1:30 p.m.

Advisory Redistricting Committee

The Advisory Redistricting Committee is holding an orientation session to review its mission and upcoming activities. Commissioners will introduce themselves and describe their communities of interest. The meeting also includes a redistricting process overview from LGDR.

• Introduction of commissioners, staff, and LGDR
• Review of ARC mission and committee activities
• Setting the August meeting schedule for August 12, 19, and 26
• Redistricting process overview by LGDR

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing agency financials and several service agreements. This includes approving two new contracts for the Lower Salinas Valley Well Destruction Project and an amendment to a modeling services agreement.

• $1,992,644.00 contract with Maggiora Bros. Drilling, Inc. for well destruction project
• $3,423,008.67 contract with Precision Hydro for well destruction project
• $83,204.00 increase to Wood Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. agreement
• Review of June 2021 Agency Fund financials

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee will review several status reports. These include updates on personnel activities, training plans, and real property appraisals. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 4, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of June 4, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on Training and Professional Growth Plan
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will receive reports regarding several Proposition 68 programs. These include Rural Recreation and Tourism projects, Regional Park Program projects, and Per Capita Projects.

• Reports on Proposition 68 Rural Recreation and Tourism projects for Lake San Antonio North and South Shore
• Reports on Proposition 68 Regional Park Program projects including Toro Park, Jacks Peak Park, and Laguna Seca
• Report on Proposition 68 Per Capita Projects
• Approval of June 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update regarding the latest Equal Opportunity Plan

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will review an update on the 2020 Strategic Plan to provide direction to staff. The agenda also includes updates regarding the Habitat Conservation Plan timeline and a computerized maintenance management system.

• Approval of June 2, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on the 2020 Strategic Plan
• HCP and CEQA/NEPA document development timeline update
• Computerized Maintenance Management System update

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2021, has been cancelled.

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss an ordinance to create a managed medical care commission covering five counties. Members will also receive updates on homeless shelter capacity and COVID-19 housing program occupancy. Additionally, the committee will hear a presentation on youth violence prevention strategies.

• Ordinance for a Santa Cruz-Monterey-Merced-San Benito-Mariposa Managed Medical Care Commission
• STRYVE Youth Violence Prevention Program presentation
• COVID-19 Incident Housing Programs occupancy and vacancy report
• Update on Homeless Shelter Housing Capacity
• Review of Monterey County Alternate Housing Site Program data

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved a Combined Development Permit for a partial demolition and remodel of a single-family dwelling at 1155 Sombria Lane, Pebble Beach, including a garage conversion, new detached garage, office, and storage basement, with a categorical exemption under CEQA. The item PLN180428, a lot line adjustment and variance at 31450 Highway 101, Gonzalez, was continued to a date uncertain. No public comment was received on either item.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 1155 Sombria Lane, Pebble Beach (PLN200051)
• Found project categorically exempt per CEQA Sections 15301 and 15303
• Continued lot line adjustment and variance at 31450 Highway 101, Gonzalez (PLN180428) to a date uncertain

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a use permit for a cannabis cultivation and manufacturing operation at 2338 Alisal Road, Salinas, with an added indemnification condition. It also approved a minor development permit amendment in Pebble Beach, denied a fee waiver for a subdivision extension, and continued two other hearings. All votes were unanimous among the six commissioners present.

• Approved cannabis greenhouse project at 2338 Alisal Road with indemnification condition (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Combined Development Permit at 4127 Crest Road, Pebble Beach (6-0)
• Denied fee waiver for subdivision extension at 70850/70970 New Pleyto Road, Bradley (6-0)
• Continued subdivision extension hearing to August 11, 2021 (6-0)
• Continued Post Ranch Inn amendment hearing to August 25, 2021 (6-0)
• Accepted resolution commending Barbara Rainer for Land Use Advisory Committee service (6-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors meeting includes closed session discussions. These items involve potential threats to public security and providing direction to negotiators for employee organizations.

• Closed session regarding threats to the security of public buildings or services
• Direction to negotiators Irma Ramirez-Bough and Kim Moore for all employee units

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The commission will hear Equal Opportunity Plan presentations from several county departments, including the County Administrative Office and Public Defender. The meeting also includes a report on the status of the EOP review by an Ad-Hoc Committee.

• Approval of June 16, 2021 action minutes
• County Administrative Office Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Public Defender Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Cooperative Extension Equal Opportunity Plan presentation

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding delinquent sanitation fees totaling $29,763.05. The meeting also includes resolutions to certify tax and fee compliance for various County Service Areas.

• Public hearing on delinquent sanitation fees for 49 parcels totaling $29,763.05
• Resolutions for multiple County Service Areas regarding tax and fee compliance
• Authorization of assessments against parcels for FY 2021-22

Board of Supervisors

The agenda outlines procedures for public participation during COVID-19. The Board will also meet in closed session regarding public security threats and labor negotiations.

• Closed session regarding security of public buildings and services
• Direction to negotiators for all employee units

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board is considering a resolution to approve terms of a generic model Funding Agreement with the State of California Department of Water Resources. This involves joint sponsors including the Monterey County Water Resources Agency and Santa Cruz County Flood Control and Water Conservation District - Zone 7. The agreement covers rebuilding and enhancing flood risk reduction facilities on the Pajaro River and Salsipuedes Creek.

• Resolution to approve terms of a generic model Funding Agreement with the State of California
• Authorization for the General Manager to sign the agreement upon identification of funds
• Flood risk reduction facilities on Pajaro River and Salsipuedes Creek

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The July 19, 2021, meeting of the Monterey County Health, Housing, Homelessness & Human Services Committee was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session. The next meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2021.

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will review several professional services agreements and agency reports. This includes a contract amendment for dam safety surveillance and an extension for McMillen Jacobs Associates. The agenda also covers groundwater levels and reservoir release updates.

• $56,666 contract amendment with AECOM Technical Services for San Antonio Dam safety surveillance
• Term extension for McMillens Jacobs Associates through December 31, 2022
• Fee schedule update for the Wallace Group agreement
• Report on groundwater elevations and precipitation moving averages
• Closed session regarding Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee litigation

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Directors approved the consent calendar, which included minutes, a contract amendment with McMillen Jacobs Associates, an amendment with AECOM for dam safety surveillance, and a recommendation for a Wallace Group fee schedule amendment. The board also received a report on moving averages of groundwater elevations and precipitation. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0, 2 absent due to technical difficulties)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2021
• Ratified Amendment No. 5 with McMillen Jacobs Associates extending term to Dec 31, 2022
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with AECOM for $56,666 for San Antonio Dam safety surveillance
• Recommended Board of Supervisors approve Wallace Group fee schedule amendment
• Received report on moving averages of groundwater elevations and precipitation (8-0)

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing advance reports for the July 27, 2021 meeting. These reports cover the adoption of 2021 Construction Task Catalogs and technical specifications for roads, bridges, and facilities. The Department of Public Works will also be authorized to advertise for bids.

• Adoption of 2021 Construction Task Catalogs
• JOC 2021 Roads & Bridges project specifications
• JOC 2021 Facilities project specifications
• Authorization to advertise bids in the Monterey County Weekly

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee will receive updates on reservoir levels and local drought conditions. The meeting also includes reports on dam maintenance, Pajaro Levee activities, and well destruction grant processes.

• Approval of May 20, 2021, action minutes
• Update on local drought conditions, including reservoir levels and releases
• Update on dam maintenance and San Antonio Spillway investigation
• Update on Pajaro Levee activities and illegal camping cleanup
• Update on well destruction grant RFP/bid process and schedule

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission held a public workshop on the draft Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan update, receiving public comment and staff presentation. The Commission provided direction to develop the plan, which will be formally considered later by the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors, and California Coastal Commission. Key issues for further discussion were identified, including public access, fire fuel management, environmentally sensitive habitat areas, visitor-serving uses, and groundwater basin transfers. No action was taken, and the item will be discussed again at the August 11, 2021 meeting.

• Held a public workshop on the draft Big Sur Coast Land Use Plan update; no action taken
• Agreed to receive public comment for each section of the plan
• Identified key issues for further discussion: public access, fire fuel management, ESHA, visitor-serving uses, and groundwater basin transfers
• Scheduled further discussion of the item for the August 11, 2021 Planning Commission meeting

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Opportunity Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Economic Development Staff Plan/Timeline and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Economic Development Staff Plan/Timeline discussion
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds discussion

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing amendments to existing construction management agreements. The meeting also includes consideration of new contracts for on-call bridge design services.

• Extension of four construction management agreements with no increase to $5,000,000 caps each
• New on-call bridge design contracts totaling $3,750,000 for five consultants
• Agreement amendments for APSICM-Sixth Dimension, Ausonio Incorporated, Harris & Associates, and Kitchell/CEM

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will review progress reports on several infrastructure projects. This includes updates on the Jail Housing Addition Project and New Juvenile Hall. The committee will also receive a report on negotiations regarding the sale of County Sewer Systems.

• Jail Housing Addition Project 8819 status update
• New Juvenile Hall, Project 8811 status report
• Negotiations regarding the sale of County Sewer Systems (Pajaro, Boronda, and CSA 75-Chualar)
• Transfer of Boronda County Sanitation District-Zone 2 San Jerardo Water System

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Monterey County Health, Housing, Homelessness & Human Services Committee for July 8, 2021, was cancelled. No specific agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will consider a draft outline for a special report analyzing 25 years of groundwater extraction in the Salinas Valley. The committee will also receive reports on groundwater elevations and precipitation averages. Staff updates are scheduled regarding well permits, agency modeling, and Proposition 1 grant implementation.

• Draft outline for Special Report on Salinas Valley Water Usage
• Report on groundwater elevations and precipitation moving averages
• Proposition 1 Implementation Grant Update for Lower Salinas Valley
• Update on Well Permit Application Activities
• Update on Agency Modeling Activities

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The committee will consider recommending a $56,666 contract amendment with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for San Antonio Dam safety surveillance. Members will also receive May 2021 financial reports and hear updates on grants and loan refinancing.

• $56,666 AECOM Technical Services, Inc. contract amendment for San Antonio Dam safety
• May 2021 Financials for all Agency Funds
• USBR Loan Refinancing update
• Homeless Encampment Cleanup Costs update

County of Monterey Planning Commission

This meeting agenda consists of procedural instructions regarding teleconference logistics and public participation due to COVID-19. No substantive items, such as rezonings or contracts, are listed in the provided text.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved several development permits and continued one item. It recommended a countywide approach for establishing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) thresholds, and approved a use permit for a fire station, a combined development permit for a Carmel property, and a solar array project with oak tree removal. The Post Ranch Inn item was continued to July 28, 2021.

• Approved use permit for 6,858 sq ft fire station at 68875 Jolon Road, Lockwood (8-0)
• Approved combined development permit for 8225 Carina, Carmel (8-0)
• Continued Post Ranch Inn & One Simo Parcel C LLC to July 28, 2021 (8-0)
• Recommended countywide VMT threshold approach (6-2)
• Approved use permit for 22 oak tree removal for solar array at River Road and Escolle Road, Soledad (8-0)

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and instructions for a special joint meeting of the Monterey County Planning Commission and Land Use Advisory Committees. No specific land use projects, rezonings, or contracts are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Planning Commission held a special joint meeting with Land Use Advisory Committees (LUACs) on June 30, 2021. The meeting was procedural, focusing on reviewing LUAC procedures, election of officers, and a training on Due Process and the Brown Act. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 5:06 PM.

• Reviewed LUAC procedures per Board Resolution 15-103
• Reviewed election of officers process for LUACs
• Conducted Brown Act and Due Process training led by Assistant County Counsel
• Adjourned meeting at 5:06 PM

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Committee will review updates regarding the 2021 release schedules for Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoirs. Staff will also present reports on the Interlake Tunnel Project and Division of Safety of Dams requirements.

• Approval of May 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoir release schedules
• Update on Interlake Tunnel Project
• Report on Division of Safety of Dams requirements
• Status reports on Quagga/Zebra Mussel Plan and cloud seeding

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided text contains only procedural information and instructions for the June 24, 2021, Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting. It outlines how the public can participate via teleconference and submit comments. No specific projects or decisions are documented in this text.

• No specific agenda items were provided in the text.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved two development permits. The first, for 65 Paso Mediano in Carmel, allows demolition of an existing home and workshop and construction of a new 1,856-square-foot home with a garage, plus a variance to reduce the front setback from 30 to 26 feet. The second, for 15140 Big Sky Lane in Salinas, approves construction of a 5,173-square-foot home with a four-car garage, pool cabana, and retaining walls, with grading. Both projects were found categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Approved a Combined Development Permit for the Benech project at 65 Paso Mediano, Carmel, including demolition, new home construction, and a variance to reduce the front setback from 30 to 26 feet, subject to 9 conditions.
• Approved a Design Approval for the Harrod project at 15140 Big Sky Lane, Salinas, for a 5,173-square-foot home with garage, pool cabana, and retaining walls, subject to 8 conditions (corrected from 5).

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting on June 24, 2021. The agenda includes several closed session items regarding performance evaluations for various county officials.

• Performance evaluation for Public Defender
• Performance evaluation for Natividad Medical Center Interim CEO
• Performance evaluation for County Administrative Officer
• Performance evaluation for Civil Rights Officer
• Performance evaluation for County Counsel

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will hold a special meeting. The agenda is limited to a closed session regarding a performance evaluation for the agency's General Manager.

• Performance evaluation for the Monterey County Water Resources Agency General Manager

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to consider a resolution for the County of Monterey Capital Improvement Program Five-Year Plan. This plan covers fiscal years 2021/22 through 2025/26 and includes lists of proposed and partially funded projects.

• Resolution for the Capital Improvement Program Five-Year Plan (FY 2021/22–2025/26)
• List of unfunded and partially funded projects

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will conduct closed-session discussions. These include addressing threats to the security of public buildings and providing direction to negotiators for all employee units.

• Closed session regarding security of public buildings and services
• Direction to negotiators for all employee units

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will review the agency's requested budget for fiscal year 2021-22. The meeting also includes a report on drought conditions in Monterey County and their impacts on agency operations. Additionally, the Board will consider an amendment to the water recycling agreement with Monterey One Water.

• Approval of FY 2021-22 requested budget
• Amendment No. 3 to the Water Recycling Agreement with Monterey One Water
• Report on drought conditions and impacts to agency operations

Boronda County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors will consider the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget for adoption. The agenda also includes a resolution to increase the 2020-21 budget appropriations by $35,091 using unassigned funds.

• Resolution to increase FY 2020-21 budget appropriations by $35,091
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget

East Garrison Community Services District

The Board will meet to consider adopting a resolution for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget. The agenda also includes provisions for public comment and any additions or corrections to the meeting schedule.

• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget

East Garrison Public Financing Authority

The East Garrison Public Financing Authority is meeting to consider its annual budget. The authority will vote on a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget.

• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget for the East Garrison Public Financing Authority

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District is meeting to consider its annual budget. The board will vote on a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget.

• Resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget for the Pajaro County Sanitation District

Successor Housing Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Housing Agency will meet to consider adopting a resolution for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget. The meeting also includes provisions for public comment and agenda corrections.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget resolution

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider a report regarding drought conditions in Monterey County and their impact on agency operations. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to several service agreements for energy, consulting, and landscaping.

• Amendment to VIASYN, Inc. agreement to increase total amount by $25,000 to $235,095
• Amendment to Hollenbeck Consulting agreement to increase maximum payable to $294,000
• Amendment to Smith and Enright Landscaping Inc. for landscaping/cleanup up to $222,175
• Report on drought conditions in Monterey County and impacts to agency operations
• Recommendation regarding the Water Recycling Agreement with Monterey One Water

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will receive preliminary results from a COVID-19 emergency paid leave survey and an overview of a proposed productivity survey. Additionally, the committee will review accomplishments regarding employee benefits and class and compensation initiatives.

• Approval of June 1, 2021, action minutes
• COVID-19 Emergency Paid Leave Utilization Survey results
• Proposed draft COVID-19 Productivity Survey overview
• Presentation on HR Strategic Plan Employee Benefits initiatives
• Update on Class and Compensation activities

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will provide direction for Lake San Antonio water and sewer projects using American Rescue Plan Act funds. The agenda also includes status updates on Jail Housing Addition Project 8819 and quarterly reports on Job Order Contracting programs.

• Direction for Lake San Antonio water and sewer projects using ARPA funds
• Status update on Jail Housing Addition Project 8819
• Quarterly report on Natividad Medical Center Job Order Contracting
• Status report on Public Works, Facilities & Parks Department Job Order Contract Program

Legislative Committee

The June 14, 2021, meeting of the Monterey County Legislative Committee was cancelled. No agenda items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

This document provides instructions for public participation in the June 10, 2021, Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting via teleconference. No specific projects, rezonings, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved two design permits. The first allows a 2,971-square-foot two-story home with a 721-square-foot garage at 2884 Oak Knoll Road, Pebble Beach, with added conditions. The second approves a guesthouse and storage room at 5 Mal Paso Lane, Carmel, with a light-pollution reduction requirement. Both projects were found categorically exempt under CEQA.

• Approved Design Approval for a 2,971 sq ft two-story home with 721 sq ft garage at 2884 Oak Knoll Road, Pebble Beach, adding three Public Works conditions and updating condition count to 12.
• Approved Combined Development Permit for a 423 sq ft guesthouse and 536 sq ft storage room at 5 Mal Paso Lane, Carmel, with a garage door glaze requirement and 10 conditions.
• Found both projects categorically exempt under CEQA Section 15303.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

This document contains only procedural information and public participation instructions for the June 9, 2021, meeting. No specific land use items or decisions are listed in this portion of the agenda. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19 protocols.

The Commission voted to recommend the Board of Supervisors approve the Rancho Canada Village project, including amending the Carmel Valley Master Plan to require 20% affordable housing instead of 50%, rezoning the site, and certifying the Second Revised Final EIR. The recommendation includes 145 housing units with 28 moderate income and 12 workforce units, and a condition to rent the 12 townhomes. The Commission also voted to recommend the Board decline the draft ordinance expanding greenhouse cannabis cultivation, and approved a use permit for a 3,428 sq ft home in Pebble Beach.

• Approved recommendation to Board of Supervisors for Rancho Canada Village project (145 units, 20% affordable) with modifications to Condition 112 and findings.
• Approved motion recommending Board of Supervisors decline the draft ordinance expanding greenhouse cannabis cultivation.
• Approved combined development permit for 3,428 sq ft home at 4053 Costado Road, Pebble Beach, with Mitigated Negative Declaration.
• Referred PLN170061-HACKETT cannabis cultivation project to Chief of Planning for consideration.
• Continued PLN040103-EXT1 HANSEN vesting tentative map extension to July 28, 2021.
• Continued PLN170647 SMITH RICHARD C & SUSAN BOONE SMITH TRUST cell tower project to a date uncertain.
• Accepted resignation of Barbara Rainer from the Carmel Highland Land Use Advisory Committee.
• Approved minutes from December 2, 2020, February 24, 2021, March 10, 2021, May 5, 2021, and May 26, 2021 meetings.

Board of Supervisors

The agenda consists of procedural information and items for closed session only. The Board will discuss public building security and provide direction to negotiators for employee organizations.

• Closed session regarding security of public buildings and services
• Direction to negotiators for employee organization units

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors is considering actions related to the Report of 2020 Delinquent Fees. This includes scheduling a public hearing and directing the Department of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks to prepare the final report.

• Setting a public hearing for July 20, 2021, regarding the 2020 Delinquent Fees Report
• Directing the Department of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks to prepare the final delinquency report
• Directing the publication and mailing of a Notice of Public Hearing to property owners

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Health, Housing, Homelessness & Human Services Committee will discuss updates regarding the farmworker housing development permit process. The committee will also receive reports on homeless shelter housing capacity and occupancy data for COVID-19 incident housing programs.

• Update on public outreach materials for farmworker housing development permits
• Report on Homeless Shelter Housing Capacity
• Occupancy and vacancy data report for COVID-19 incident housing programs, including Operation Oasis, Housing for the Harvest, and Project Roomkey
• Approval of May 3, 2021, meeting draft action minutes

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing the April 2021 financial status for all Agency Funds. Members will also consider recommendations to the Board regarding amendments to energy, landscaping, and professional services agreements.

• Amendment No. 7 to VIASYN, Inc. energy services agreement for $235,095
• Amendment No. 6 to Hollenbeck Consulting professional services for $294,000
• Amendment No. 2 to Smith and Enright Landscaping Inc. for up to $222,175
• Amendment No. 3 to Monterey One Water recycling agreement extension

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will review a financial report for Lake Nacimiento Resort and Operations. The meeting includes updates on grant applications and discussions regarding the elimination of entry fees at several county parks. Additionally, new District 5 Commissioner Claudia P. Tibbs will be sworn into office.

• Elimination of park entry fees at Toro, Jacks Peak, Manzanita, Royal Oaks, and San Lorenzo parks
• Financial condition report for Lake Nacimiento Resort and Operations Enterprise Fund
• Grant submittal for a replacement patrol vessel for South County Lakes
• Introduction and oath for new District 5 Commissioner Claudia P. Tibbs
• Status update on Prop 68 grant applications

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 recommended budget. This includes reviewing departmental presentations from Public Works, Health, and the Sheriff-Coroner. The Board will also consider establishing a Section 115 Pension Trust.

• Establishment of a Section 115 Pension Trust administered by PARS
• Budget adjustment of $8,038,138 for the County Administrative Office
• Adoption of FY 2021-22 GANN Appropriation Limits
• Public hearings for departmental budgets including Sheriff-Coroner and Public Works

East Garrison Community Services District

The East Garrison Community Services District is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended budget for fiscal year 2021-22. The session includes reviews of Fund 181 and PFP006.

• FY 2021-22 budget public hearings
• Review of Fund 181 (3200 East Garrison Community Service District)
• Review of PFP006 (8562 East Garrison Community Service District)

East Garrison Public Financing Authority

The authority is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended budget for fiscal year 2021-22. The session includes reviews of Fund 180 and PFP005.

• FY 2021-22 Recommended Budget Hearings (Fund 180)
• FY 2021-22 Recommended Budget Hearings (PFP005)

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District is conducting public hearings for the recommended FY 2021-22 budget. The session includes discussions regarding Public Works, Facilities, and Parks.

• FY 2021-22 Recommended Budget for Pajaro County Sanitation District (Fund 151)
• Budget hearings for Public Works, Facilities, and Parks

Successor Housing Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Housing Agency is conducting public hearings regarding its recommended FY 2021-22 budget. These sessions include reviews of specific housing set-aside funds.

• Castroville/Pajaro Housing Set-Aside (Fund 175) budget hearing
• Boronda Housing Set-Aside (Fund 176) budget hearing

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The committee will receive presentations regarding COVID-19 workforce arrangements, including telework requests and worksite survey results. The agenda also includes updates on the Family Friendly Committee and employee assistance program usage. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from the May 12, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of May 12, 2021, Action Minutes
• Presentation on COVID-19 workforce schedules and telework
• Presentation on COVID-19 Worksite Survey results
• Presentation on the Family Friendly Committee
• Report on Employee Assistance Program utilization

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting includes a closed session to confer regarding the appointment of an Interim Natividad Medical Center Chief Executive Officer. The Board will also provide direction to negotiators regarding this position. The public portion of the agenda covers procedural items such as the call to order and roll call.

• Appointment of Interim Natividad Medical Center Chief Executive Officer
• Direction to negotiators for the Interim CEO position

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The Alternative Energy and Environment Committee will review preliminary results from a Fleet Electrification Study. The committee will also discuss Ecology Action's 'EVs for Everyone' program to explore streamlining electric vehicle transitions for residents and employees. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on Sustainability Program activities.

• Presentation on Fleet Electrification Study results
• Presentation on Ecology Action's 'EVs for Everyone' program
• Update on Monterey County Sustainability Program activities
• Approval of January 28, 2021 meeting minutes

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will review updates regarding the 2021 release schedules for Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoirs. The meeting also includes discussions on water right applications from the Shandon-San Juan Water District and reservoir maintenance activities.

• Approval of April 29, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Nacimiento and San Antonio reservoir release schedules
• Review of Shandon-San Juan Water District water right applications
• Updates on reservoir operations, maintenance, and dam safety requirements
• Status reports on lake recreation and Quagga/Zebra mussel plans

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

This document provides instructions for participating in the Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting via teleconference. No specific project items, rezonings, or ordinances are listed in this portion of the agenda.

Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency is holding a public workshop regarding the protection of domestic drinking water supplies for the Lower Salinas Valley Project. The session will cover project implementation, budget, and upcoming timelines. It also includes information on future opportunities for public input.

• Public workshop for the Lower Salinas Valley Project
• Review of project area description and implementation to date
• Discussion of project budget and timeline
• Information on future opportunities for public input

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural instructions for participating in the May 26, 2021, Monterey County Planning Commission meeting via teleconference. It outlines methods for public comment and contact information for the County Housing and Community Development department.

The Monterey County Planning Commission recommended the Board of Supervisors find the FY 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program consistent with the General Plan. It approved four development projects: a lot line adjustment and home in Carmel Valley, a home on Isabella Avenue in Carmel, an amendment to the Bernardus Lodge permit, and a home on Paseo Escondido in Carmel Valley. The Commission voted to deny a draft ordinance expanding greenhouse cannabis cultivation and continued the matter to June 9, 2021. It also established an ad hoc committee on wireless telecommunication facility design criteria.

• Recommended CIP consistent with General Plan (8-0)
• Approved Knoop lot line adjustment and home (8-0)
• Approved Isabella 2 LLC home with modifications (8-0)
• Approved Bernardus Lodge permit amendment, removed left turn lane requirement (7-0-1)
• Approved Winslow home with after-the-fact shed approval (7-0)
• Denied draft cannabis greenhouse ordinance, continued to June 9 (7-0)
• Established ad hoc committee on wireless facility design (7-0)

East Garrison Community Services District

The East Garrison Community Services District is considering whether to hold an election for a directly elected Board of Directors in November 2021 or November 2022. The Board will also consider resolutions regarding the conduct of the election and cost reimbursement if held in 2021.

• Decision on holding a Board of Directors election in November 2021 or November 2022
• Potential resolution to reimburse Elections Department costs for a 2021 election

Joint Meeting of the MoCo Board of Supervisors and MoCo Water Resources Agency BOS

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors and Water Resources Agency are holding a special joint meeting. The agenda includes a proposal to send a letter to the State Water Resources Control Board Division of Water Rights. This letter would oppose water appropriation applications by the Shandon-San Juan Water District for the Salinas and Nacimiento Rivers.

• Opposition to Shandon-San Juan Water District water rights application (Salinas River)
• Opposition to Shandon-San Juan Water District water rights application (Nacimiento River)

Urban County Standing Committee

The Urban County Standing Committee is reviewing recommendations to reprogram $1,049,326 in CDBG-CV3 CARES Act funds for COVID-19 prevention and response. The committee will also recommend these funding changes to the Board of Supervisors.

• Reprogramming $1,049,326 in CDBG-CV3 CARES Act funds for COVID-19 response
• Approval of March 15, 2021, draft action minutes

Board of Supervisors

The provided agenda consists primarily of procedural information and COVID-19 protocols. The scheduled items include a closed session regarding public building security and direction to negotiators for Unit S.

• Closed session regarding security of public buildings and services
• Direction to negotiators for Employee Organization Unit S

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will review recent water rights applications filed by the Shandon-San Juan Water District for the Salinas and Nacimiento Rivers. The meeting also includes receiving the FY 2020-21 third quarter financial status report and updates on agency projects.

• Shandon-San Juan Water District water rights applications
• FY 2020-21 Third Quarter Financial Status Report
• Approval of April 26, 2021 action minutes
• Updates on Prop. 1 Grant and Interlake Tunnel projects

The Board received a report on water right applications filed by the Shandon-San Juan Water District and recommended that the Board of Supervisors send a letter to the Department of Water Resources requesting denial. The Board also directed the General Manager to send a similar letter and to avoid negotiations with the Water District. The consent calendar was approved, and no reportable actions were taken in closed session.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Recommended denial of Shandon-San Juan Water District water applications and directed staff to send opposition letters (8-0)

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will receive a report on potential water and sewer projects for Parks, Community Service Areas (CSAs), and County Sanitation Districts (CSDs). The committee is also tasked with providing direction to staff regarding the priority order of these projects.

• Approval of May 10, 2021, action minutes
• Report on potential water and sewer projects for Parks, CSAs, and CSDs
• Direction to staff on project priorities for water and sewer works

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation via teleconference. It outlines how residents can submit comments or observe the meeting during the COVID-19 state of emergency. No land use decisions or specific projects are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved all five agenda items, including after-the-fact permits, home remodels, and new construction. Each project was found categorically exempt from CEQA. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved after-the-fact use permit for farm equipment storage at 10 Zabala Road, Salinas (PLN190374)
• Approved design approval for remodel and additions at 24980 Outlook Drive, Carmel (PLN200192)
• Approved design approval for demolition and rebuild at 3105 Hacienda Drive, Pebble Beach (PLN200025)
• Approved combined development permit for dwelling, guesthouse, and barn at 10 Desmond Road, Salinas (PLN180499)
• Approved administrative permit and design approval for duplex and ADU at 11021 Haight Street, Castroville (PLN200187)

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will receive a presentation regarding return to worksite guidance. The committee will also consider approving the meeting minutes from March 18, 2021.

• Presentation on return to worksite guidance (Item 21-355)
• Approval of March 18, 2021, meeting minutes (MIN 21-023)

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for the May 12, 2021, meeting. No specific agenda items, such as rezonings or contracts, are listed in this document. The text focuses on teleconference logistics and public comment protocols due to COVID-19.

• No specific agenda items or projects are listed in the provided text.

The Monterey County Planning Commission met on May 12, 2021, and took action on four agenda items, all of which were continued to future meetings. The commission approved the minutes from four 2018 meetings. No final decisions were made on any of the scheduled matters.

• Continued T-Mobile cell tower (PLN170647) to June 9, 2021 (9-0)
• Continued Country Lake Estates vesting tentative map extension (PLN040103 EXT 1) to June 9, 2021 (9-0)
• Continued Knoop lot line adjustment and dwelling (PLN200047) to May 26, 2021 (9-0)
• Continued Bernardus Lodge amendment (PLN020398-AMD2) to May 26, 2021 (8-0, Daniels recused)
• Accepted minutes from June 27, 2018, June 11, 2018, July 25, 2018, and August 29, 2018 (various votes)

Board of Supervisors

The provided text covers procedural meeting steps and the beginning of a closed session. No substantive public projects, ordinances, or contracts are listed in this portion of the agenda.

• Closed session regarding security of public buildings and services
• Direction to negotiators for all employee units

City Selection Committee

The committee will review meeting minutes from January 2021 and consider a rotation policy for certain committee appointments. Members will also vote on appointing representatives to the Airport Land Use Commission and the Local Agency Formation Commission.

• Appointment of one city representative to the Monterey County Airport Land Use Commission
• Appointment of one mayor or council member to the Local Agency Formation Commission
• Review of January 8, 2021, meeting minutes
• Consideration of automatic rotation for committee appointments

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider receiving the March 2021 Financial Status Report for all Agency Funds. The meeting also includes updates on Proposition 218, grants, and USBR loan refinancing.

• Approval of April 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Receipt of March 2021 Financial Status Report for all Agency Funds
• Updates on Proposition 218 and the 10-Year Financial Plan
• Updates regarding grants and USBR loan refinancing

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee will meet via teleconference to receive several status reports. These include updates on personnel activities, the Training and Professional Growth Plan, and real property appraisals. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 5, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of March 5, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on Training and Professional Growth Plan
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will meet by teleconference to consider receiving a report on groundwater wells and extractions in the 180/400 Foot Aquifer Subbasin's Area of Impact and provide guidance for a presentation to the Agency Board. They will also receive an update on DWR Bulletin 74 well standards and hear staff reports on well permits, Proposition 1 grants, GSA activities, modeling, and water conditions. The agenda includes public comment and consent calendar items, with no major decisions listed beyond the reports and guidance.

• Report on groundwater wells and extractions in 180/400 Foot Aquifer Subbasin Area of Impact
• Update on DWR Bulletin 74: California Well Standards Update Project
• Update on well permit application process in Monterey County
• Proposition 1 Grant update for Lower Salinas Valley domestic drinking water supplies
• Salinas Valley water conditions for second quarter of Water Year 2020-2021

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission will hold a teleconference meeting on May 5, 2021, at 9:00 AM, with no physical location. The agenda is procedural, outlining how the public can participate via Zoom or phone, submit comments by email, and request accommodations. No specific land-use items are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting held by teleconference due to COVID-19 state of emergency
• Public comments accepted via email to pchearingcomments@co.monterey.ca.us by 2:00 PM Tuesday before meeting
• Zoom link and phone number provided for participation
• Spanish translation of participation instructions included

The Monterey County Planning Commission considered the Rancho Cañada Village project, which included rezoning, a development permit, and an affordable housing amendment. A motion to recommend approval failed 4-6. The commission then voted 9-0 to continue the matter to June 9, 2021, directing staff to revise the affordable housing condition to match the Inclusionary Housing ordinance and focus findings on Alternative 6B.

• Motion to recommend approval of Rancho Cañada Village project failed (4-6)
• Motion to continue matter to June 9, 2021 passed (9-0, Mendoza absent)

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Health, Housing, Homelessness & Human Services Committee will review several housing-related presentations. Topics include expanding access to Accessory Dwelling Units and proposed developments in Gonzalez and Soledad. The committee will also receive updates on homeless shelter capacity and COVID-19 housing program data.

• Presentation on expanding access to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Proposed housing developments in the City of Gonzalez and City of Soledad
• Update on Homeless Shelter Housing Capacity
• Report on COVID-19 Incident Housing Programs occupancy and vacancy data
• Status of a new position for the Racial Equity Initiative

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided document contains only procedural instructions and teleconference details for the meeting. No specific agenda items, projects, or decisions are listed in this text.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text outlines procedures for attending the April 28, 2021, Monterey County Planning Commission meeting via teleconference. It details how the public can participate through Zoom or phone and provides instructions for submitting written comments during the COVID-19 state of emergency.

The Commission recommended the Board of Supervisors adopt revised cannabis cultivation ordinances, including expanding outdoor cultivation to grazing lands in Cachagua, reducing setbacks, increasing canopy limits, and extending the pilot program. The recommendation passed 5-1 with one abstention. The Commission also approved a new 5,913 sq ft home in Carmel, continued a subdivision extension, and continued a Carmel home project to May 26.

• Recommended cannabis ordinance revisions to Board of Supervisors (5-1, Duflock abstained)
• Approved combined development permit for 5,913 sq ft home at 5900 Via Mar Monte (9-0)
• Continued PLN180523 Isabella 2 LLC to May 26, 2021 (9-0)
• Continued Country Lake Estates subdivision extension to May 12, 2021 (9-0)

Joint Meeting of the County Board of Supervisors and Salinas City Council

The provided text contains the procedural opening and COVID-19 participation guidelines for a joint meeting of the Monterey County Board of Supervisors and Salinas City Council. No specific agenda items, such as contracts or ordinances, are listed in this portion of the document.

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will consider granting a 10-foot wide drainage easement. This easement is for the construction of a stormwater overflow drain into the Bryant Canyon Drainage Canal.

• Granting a 10-foot wide drainage easement for a stormwater overflow drain into Bryant Canyon Drainage Canal

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Water Resources Agency Board of Directors recommended that the Board of Supervisors approve 1.6% cost-of-living adjustments for various water and flood zones, set a public hearing for June 2, 2021, and approved the FY 2021-22 requested budget. The board also adopted a 2021 release schedule for Nacimiento and San Antonio Reservoirs and received a report on well destruction prioritization. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended 1.6% COLA increase for Zones 2B, 2Y, 2Z (CSIP/SVRP) and set June 2 hearing (unanimous)
• Recommended 1.6% COLA increase for Zone 2C (Nacimiento/San Antonio dams) and set June 2 hearing (unanimous)
• Recommended 1.6% COLA increase for Flood Zones 1, 1A, 8, 9, 12, 17 and set June 2 hearing (unanimous)
• Approved and recommended FY 2021-22 requested budget (unanimous)
• Adopted 2021 release schedule for Nacimiento and San Antonio Reservoirs (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and ICF Jones & Stokes amendment (unanimous)
• Received report on well destruction prioritization methodology (unanimous)
• Item 11 (Opt Out Agreement) pulled from agenda by General Manager

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Commission will review presentations regarding the 2021 Equal Opportunity Plans from the County Counsel’s Office and the Sheriff’s Office. The body will also consider recommendations to the Civil Rights Office concerning plan compliance.

• Approval of March 17, 2021 minutes
• County Counsel’s Office Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Report on 2021 Department Equal Opportunity Plan Submissions
• Sheriff’s Office Equal Opportunity Plan compliance report
• Recommendations regarding Equal Opportunity Plan compliance

Board of Supervisors

The provided agenda text consists mostly of procedural instructions and COVID-19 notices. The only specific item listed is a closed session to provide direction to negotiators regarding an employee organization.

• Closed session to provide direction to negotiators Irma Ramirez-Bough, Kim Moore, and Ariana Hurtado

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The scheduled meeting for the Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Directors on April 19, 2021, has been cancelled. A special meeting is instead scheduled to be held on April 26, 2021.

• Cancellation of the April 19, 2021, board meeting
• Notice of a special meeting for April 26, 2021

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision vesting tentative map for a 47-acre parcel at 701 Monterey-Salinas Highway, dividing it into 8-acre and 39-acre parcels, with conditions including a 13 AFY water use cap and annual well monitoring. The commission also approved a lot line adjustment for two parcels on Martin Road in Carmel, with a modification to appealability provisions. A presentation on water allocations from the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District was received, but no action was taken on it.

• Approved minor subdivision vesting tentative map for 47-acre parcel at 701 Monterey-Salinas Highway (10-0)
• Approved lot line adjustment for parcels at 3292 & 3306 Martin Road, Carmel (10-0)
• Received presentation from MPWMD on water allocations (no action)

COVID-19 Hospitality Ad-Hoc Committee

The COVID-19 Hospitality Ad-Hoc Committee is reviewing a Board referral regarding a "Hospitality Recall Ordinance." The meeting includes presentations on the draft ordinance and perspectives from labor groups, employees, and the hospitality industry. The committee will conclude by providing a recommendation.

• Presentation on Board referral for a “Hospitality Recall Ordinance”
• Review of Draft County Ordinance
• Perspectives from labor groups and employees
• Perspectives from the hospitality industry
• Committee recommendation

Legislative Committee

The regular meeting of the Monterey County Legislative Committee scheduled for April 12, 2021, was cancelled. A special meeting was scheduled for April 13, 2021.

• Cancellation of the April 12, 2021, regular meeting

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will review status updates on several infrastructure projects, including the Carmel River Lagoon and jail housing additions. Members will also discuss the draft Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2021/22 through 2025/26. The agenda includes providing direction regarding the prioritization of unfunded projects.

• Draft County of Monterey Capital Improvement Program Five-Year Plan (FYs 2021/22 - 2025/26)
• Carmel River Lagoon Seasonal Sandbar Management status update
• Jail Housing Addition Project 8819 status update
• New Juvenile Hall, Project 8811 status report
• Natividad Medical Center Job Order Contracting quarterly report

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The April 8, 2021, agenda for the Monterey County Zoning Administrator provides only procedural information. It outlines how the public can participate via teleconference due to COVID-19 protocols. No specific projects or land use decisions are listed in this document.

• No specific zoning items or projects are listed

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Monterey County Water Resources Agency Planning Committee on April 7, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is receiving a briefing on COVID-19 impacts and providing direction to staff on pandemic response. The Board is also reviewing the $4,989,651 County contribution to the Community Foundation for Monterey County for the VIDA project.

• COVID-19 briefing and direction to staff
• Update on $4,989,651 County contribution to the Community Foundation for Monterey County
• Proposed reallocation of funding for the Virus Integrated Distribution of Aid (VIDA) project

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will receive reports on groundwater well extractions in the 180/400 Foot Aquifer Subbasin. The meeting also includes updates on California well standards, well permitting processes, and Proposition 1 grant implementation for the Lower Salinas Valley.

• Report on Analysis of Groundwater Wells and Extractions in the 180/400 Foot Aquifer Subbasin
• DWR Bulletin 74: California Well Standards Update Project report
• Source water discussions with Monterey One Water
• Proposition 1 Implementation Grant update for Lower Salinas Valley drinking water protection
• Updates on well permitting and groundwater sustainability agency activities

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget workshop during this meeting. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding security threats and labor negotiations for employee units.

• Budget Workshop
• Closed session regarding security of public buildings and services
• Direction to negotiators for All Units employee organization
• Direction to negotiators for Unit S employee organization

Parks Commission

The commission will discuss proposed changes to the Parks Commission Bylaws and the County Parks Volunteer Handbook. Members will also receive updates on the Fort Ord trail master plan and a grant application for San Lorenzo County Park.

• Proposed updates to Monterey County Parks Commission Bylaws
• $8.5 million grant application for San Lorenzo County Park
• Status report on Fort Ord Recreational Habitat Area Trail Master Plan
• Big Sur Land Trust Marks Ranch Grazing Lease Amendment No. 1
• Update on the County Parks Volunteer Handbook

County of Monterey Planning Commission

This document provides logistics and public participation instructions for a teleconference meeting. No specific land-use items or projects are listed in the provided text. The meeting was conducted via Zoom and telephone due to COVID-19 protocols.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a single-family dwelling at 26195 Scenic Road, Carmel, with a Mitigated Negative Declaration, and approved a 125-foot wireless communication facility in Gonzales with a variance. It forwarded draft cannabis ordinance amendments to the Agricultural Advisory Committee and continued the Antle subdivision to April 14, 2021. The commission also appointed Doug Paul to the Carmel Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee.

• Approved combined development permit for single-family dwelling at 26195 Scenic Road, Carmel (9-0)
• Approved use permit and variance for 125-foot AT&T wireless facility at 31450 Hwy 101, Gonzales (9-0)
• Forwarded outdoor cannabis cultivation ordinance amendments to Agricultural Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Continued Antle minor subdivision (PLN190204) to April 14, 2021 (6-0)
• Appointed Doug Paul to Carmel Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee (6-0)

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The Monterey County Alternative Energy and Environment Committee meeting scheduled for March 25, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

This document provides instructions for participating in the meeting via teleconference. No specific projects, rezonings, or decisions are listed in this version of the agenda.

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board is considering a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding the Zone 2D - Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams High Priority Capital and Maintenance Project. This includes approving an Engineer’s Report and directing staff to begin an assessment ballot process for landowner approval.

• Approval of Engineer’s Report for Zone 2D - Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams project
• Direction for staff to proceed with an assessment ballot proceeding
• Proposed creation of Zone 2D for the maintenance project
• Scheduled public hearing on June 15, 2021

The Water Resources Agency Board of Directors voted unanimously to not approve the Engineer's Report for the Zone 2D - Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams High Priority Capital and Maintenance Project, and to not proceed with a Proposition 218 assessment ballot proceeding. The motion to approve was made by Director Smith and seconded by Director Scattini, but it failed with all nine directors voting no. The board also declined to set a public hearing for June 15, 2021, on the proposed assessment district.

• Rejected approval of Engineer's Report for Zone 2D dam project (9-0)
• Rejected directing staff to proceed with Proposition 218 assessment ballot (9-0)
• Rejected implementation of Zone 2D maintenance project and funding (9-0)
• Rejected setting public hearing on June 15, 2021 for assessment district (9-0)

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several service agreements and amendments. These include medical service contracts for Natividad Medical Center and an engineering contract for the Palo Colorado Road Repair Project.

• $10,000,000 agreement with Precision Orthopedics for orthopedic services at Natividad Medical Center
• $810,000 total contract with James F. Lilja, M.D. dba Bay Area Gynecology Oncology for gynecological oncology and urology services
• $1,080,000 total agreement with Specialists on Call, Inc. for tele-neurology services
• $1,605,000 engineering design contract with Quincy Engineering, Inc. for the Palo Colorado Road Repair Project

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a $28,281,836 agreement with the United Way of Monterey County to establish and fund a COVID-19 Emergency Rent Assistance Program for low-income residents, with an initial $7.1 million payment for start-up costs. The Board also received a COVID-19 update and directed staff to send a letter to the state requesting that hospitality workers be deemed essential for vaccination. Additionally, the Board approved a memorandum of understanding with the state regarding vaccine allocation, and accepted annual progress reports for the General Plan and Housing Element.

• Approved $28,281,836 agreement with United Way for Emergency Rent Assistance Program, with $7.1M start-up payment.
• Directed staff to send letter to state to deem hospitality workers essential for COVID-19 vaccinations.
• Authorized County Administrative Officer to execute MOU with state for COVID-19 vaccine allocation.
• Accepted 2020 Annual Progress Reports for General Plan and Housing Element.
• Approved System Improvement Plan for Child and Family Services Review (2019-2024).
• Adopted resolutions for Equal Pay Day, Farmworkers Appreciation Day, National Library Week, and supporting Cruzio broadband application.
• Appointed 10 members to Veterans Issues Advisory Committee and other boards.
• Approved consent calendar items including contracts for Natividad Medical Center, Health Department, and other services.

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors is considering petitions to change water rights for the Interlake Tunnel, San Antonio Spillway Modification Project, and Nacimiento Reservoir. These items involve Licenses 12624, 7543, and Permit 21089. The Board will also receive the agency's 2021 first quarter report.

• Petitions for change of water rights License 12624, License 7543, and Permit 21089 regarding Interlake Tunnel and San Antonio Spillway Modification Project
• Petition for extension of time for Permit 21089
• Petitions for change of water rights License 7543 and Permit 21089 regarding Nacimiento Reservoir consistency issues
• Receipt of the 2021 First Quarter Report