Monterey County public meetings in 2022

Budget Committee

This agenda contains only boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting is scheduled for December 28, 2022, but no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding revisions to the County’s 2010 General Plan and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Housing Element Sixth Cycle Update (2023-31) and a review of a community engagement plan.

• Recommendation on revisions to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and General Plan
• Presentation on the Housing Element Sixth Cycle Update (2023-31)
• Consideration of the General Plan Elements Update Community Engagement Plan
• Adoption of AB 361 Finding to continue remote meetings

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is reviewing several applications for commercial cannabis cultivation, nursery, and manufacturing activities in Royal Oaks and Salinas. The agenda also includes an after-the-fact construction permit for an auto repair shop and building additions for the Monterey County SPCA.

• 200,000 square feet of cannabis cultivation on Encinal Road
• Cannabis cultivation and manufacturing at 745 San Juan Road
• Commercial cannabis activities in 90,429 square feet of facilities on San Juan Road
• After-the-fact construction of a 1,212 square foot paint preparation building on Messick Road
• Building additions and demolitions for the Monterey County SPCA on Highway 68

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Commission will elect its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the 2023 calendar year. The meeting also includes a vote to continue holding meetings remotely and a review of the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2023
• Vote to continue remote meetings under AB 361
• Presentation of Treasurer-Tax Collector Equal Opportunity Plan
• Discussion of changes to the Equal Opportunity Plan template
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting includes a closed session to provide direction to negotiators for Unit X. The remainder of the agenda contains procedural information and public participation instructions.

• Closed session to provide direction to negotiators Irma Ramirez-Bough and Ariana Hurtado for Unit X

Homelessness Committee

The December 19, 2022, meeting of the Monterey County Homelessness Committee consists of procedural items only. No specific topics or decisions are listed on the regular agenda.

• No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances were listed.

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board will consider a $215,720 agreement to construct two new monitoring wells. Members will also discuss an ordinance amendment regarding well destruction costs in the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project area. Additionally, the Board will review the first quarter financial report for fiscal year 2022-23.

• $215,720 agreement with Maggiora Bros. Drilling, Inc. for two new monitoring wells
• Extension of McMillen Jacobs Associates agreement for the Interlake Tunnel and Spillway Modification Project
• Proposed ordinance amendment regarding well destruction costs in Zone 2B
• Well Management and Monitoring Agreement with Yuki Farms Limited Partnership III and The Thomas M. Bunn Family LLC
• FY 2022-23 first quarter financial status report

The Board approved several contracts, including a $215,720 agreement for monitoring wells and a term extension for the Interlake Tunnel and Spillway Modification Project. It also authorized a settlement agreement to resolve a 2021 appeal regarding the reclassification of a specific well. A proposed ordinance regarding well destruction costs was referred to committees.

• Approved $215,720 agreement with Maggiora Bros. Drilling, Inc. for two monitoring wells
• Approved Amendment No. 6 to McMillen Jacobs Associates agreement, extending term to June 30, 2024
• Authorized General Manager to sign Well Management and Monitoring Agreement with Yuki Farms Limited Partnership III and The Thomas M. Bunn Family LLC
• Approved November 21, 2022 Action Minutes
• Found COVID-19 state of emergency still in effect to allow continued remote meetings
• Received FY 2022-23 First Quarter Financial Status Report
• Directed staff to take proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 03790 to Basin Management Advisory and Water and Ops Committees

Historic Resources Review Board

This document outlines the procedures for public participation in the December 15, 2022, Historic Resources Review Board meeting via teleconference. No specific projects or decisions are listed in this text.

The Historic Resources Review Board met via teleconference and decided to continue holding meetings electronically for the next 30 days. This action was taken based on the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency and health officer recommendations.

• Approved continuation of electronic meetings for 30 days (6-0)

Budget Committee

The committee is reviewing proposed budget amendments for housing, the District Attorney's office, and county services. These items include accepting grants from the California Energy Commission and Kaiser Foundation. The agenda also includes updates to county staffing and personnel classifications.

• $80,000 grant from the California Energy Commission for SolarAPP+ implementation
• $50,000 budget increase for the District Attorney's King City Child Advocacy grant
• New Victim Witness Program Coordinator position funded by a Kaiser Foundation grant
• $19,132 budget increase for County Café Services and County Daycare lease
• Reclassification of Patient Account Representative roles to Patient Financial Services Specialist

Native American and Archeological Resources Technical Advisory Panel

The December 15, 2022, meeting agenda consists of procedural items only. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for review.

• No substantive items are listed on this agenda.

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will review action minutes from September 8, 2022. The committee will also receive a presentation regarding the annual timeline for conducting classification and base wage compensation studies.

• Approval of September 8, 2022, action minutes
• Presentation on the annual timeline for conducting classification and base wage compensation studies

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold closed sessions regarding litigation and personnel negotiations. Public agenda items include appointments to the Community Action Commission and the Greenfield Fire Protection District Board.

• Appointment of Teresita Govea Agular to the Community Action Commission
• Reappointment of Allan Panziera to the Greenfield Fire Protection District Board
• Closed session negotiations for County Administrative Officer and Agricultural Commissioner positions

The Board approved an employment agreement for Sonia M. De La Rosa as County Administrative Officer and granted a partial appeal for a 45-unit agricultural workforce housing project. Other actions included ratifying a local emergency proclamation for winter storms and updating waste management rates.

• Approved employment agreement for Sonia M. De La Rosa as County Administrative Officer (5-0)
• Approved revised 45-unit agricultural workforce housing project for Rio Vista Group LLC (3-1)
• Approved Amendment No. 14 to Waste Management Inc. franchise agreement for solid waste rates (5-0)
• Ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency for December 2022 Winter Storm Event (5-0)
• Approved $533,575 agreement with Kimley-Horn for Castroville Community Plan update (5-0)
• Adopted resolution staying collection of Castroville Traffic Impact Fees (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights & Measures (5-0)
• Approved $1.39M Animal Control Services Administration Pilot Project with City of Salinas (5-0)

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

A joint meeting of several standing committees will consider a finding regarding the COVID-19 state of emergency. The item addresses whether committees can continue to meet remotely pursuant to AB 361. This consideration is based on the ongoing state of emergency and health officer recommendations.

• Finding to allow standing committees to continue meeting remotely under COVID-19 emergency status

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

The Board of Supervisors and several local boards are considering a finding to continue meeting remotely. This action follows recommendations from the Monterey County Health Officer regarding social distancing. The decision relies on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency declared by Governor Newsom.

• Finding to allow remote meetings under AB 361

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss appointments to the agency's Board of Directors. This includes reappointing a District 5 representative and selecting a representative for the Grower-Shipper Association of Central California.

• Reappointment of Ken Ekelund as District 5 Representative through December 21, 2026
• Appointment of a Grower-Shipper Association of Central California representative (Matt Simis or Christopher Valadez) through December 31, 2026

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will review a status report on funding options to improve county road pavement standards over the next ten years. Members will also consider supporting a bond-funded local road repair pilot program and approving an initial repair plan.

• Status report on increasing County road pavement standards
• Support for a bond-funded local road repair pilot program
• Approval of the initial local road repair plan
• Approval of November 14, 2022, action minutes

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will hold a workshop to review the Monterey County Water Resources Agency's five-year financial forecast. The session aims to provide direction to staff using the 2022 Financial Workshop Workbook.

• Workshop to review five-year financial forecast
• Review of MCWRA Financial Workshop Workbook 2022

The Board of Directors held a special meeting to review the five-year financial forecast of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency. The session was conducted as a workshop to provide direction to staff.

• Held workshop to review five-year financial forecast and provide staff direction

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is considering four permit applications for various construction projects. These include building additions, barn constructions, and tree removals in Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach, and Castroville.

• Construction of a 2,324 square foot barn and livestock shelter at 35 Encina Drive, Carmel Valley
• Addition of 1,056 square feet to a single-family dwelling at 1427 Lisbon Lane, Pebble Beach
• A 5,055 square foot addition to a residence near archaeological resources at 1151 Sombria Ln, Pebble Beach
• Amendment to increase a dwelling addition and barn size at 2040 Elkhorn Road, Castroville

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only administrative and participation instructions for the December 7, 2022, meeting. No specific agenda items, projects, or decisions are listed in this document.

The Commission approved a Coastal Development permit for commercial cannabis activities at 37 McGinnis Road and a residential development permit for a property in Salinas. Two other public hearings regarding residential and commercial projects were continued to future dates.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 5,495 sq ft home and guest house at 25800 Paseo De Los Robles (9-0)
• Approved Coastal Development permit for commercial cannabis activities at 37 McGinnis Road (6-1)
• Continued public hearing for 1170 Signal Hill Road residence to January 25, 2023 (8-1)
• Continued public hearing for Moss Landing Commercial Park to January 11, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes and 2023 meeting dates (9-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider appointing an interim Assessor-Clerk-Recorder and an interim Sheriff-Coroner. The agenda also includes a broadband progress report and discussions regarding cannabis program funding and cultivation tax rates.

• Appointment of Xochitl Marina Camacho as interim Assessor-Clerk-Recorder
• Appointment of Tina Nieto as interim Sheriff-Coroner
• Broadband progress report from the Chief Information Officer
• Review of cannabis program allocations and staff costs
• Options to reduce commercial cannabis cultivation business tax rates

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee on December 7, 2022, was cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a ceremonial resolution for Stephen L. Vagnini. The agenda also includes closed session items regarding litigation, personnel evaluations, and labor negotiations.

• Resolution commending Stephen L. Vagnini
• Closed session discussions on litigation involving Jane Doe #1 and Jane Doe #2
• Performance evaluations for the County Administrative Officer and Public Defender
• Direction to labor negotiators for various employee units
• Recruitment/appointment discussions for the County Administrative Officer

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

This joint meeting includes the Board of Supervisors and several local agencies, such as the Monterey County Water Resources Agency. The scheduled matter is a finding to continue conducting meetings remotely because the state of emergency remains in effect.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

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

This joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors standing committees consists primarily of procedural matters. The main scheduled item involves a finding to allow committees to continue meeting remotely due to the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Finding to allow standing committees to continue meeting remotely

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board will conduct a performance evaluation for the Water Resources Agency General Manager during a closed session. The public agenda includes a resolution to confirm Dr. Lew C. Bauman as Interim General Manager effective December 31, 2022.

• Performance evaluation for the Water Resources Agency General Manager
• Appointment of Dr. Lew C. Bauman as Interim General Manager

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The provided text consists of instructions for participating in the December 5, 2022, Health, Housing & Human Services Committee meeting via Zoom or telephone. No specific legislative items, contracts, or ordinances are listed in this document.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review quarterly and monthly financial status reports for all Agency funds. They will also consider recommending a drilling agreement for two new monitoring wells in the 180-Foot and 400-Foot Aquifers. Additionally, staff will provide updates on grants and homeless encampment cleanup costs.

• $215,720 agreement with Maggiora Bros. Drilling, Inc. to construct two monitoring wells
• FY 2022-23 First Quarter Financial Status Report through September 30, 2022
• October 2022 financial reports for all Agency Funds
• Update on homeless encampment cleanup costs
• Presentation of 5 Year Financial Planning: Fund 111

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Committee will review minutes from the November 4, 2022 meeting and receive updates on personnel activities. The agenda also includes reports regarding real property appraisals and land use compliance activities.

• Approval of November 4, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals
• Land Use Compliance Activities Update for December 2022

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided text contains only administrative information and public participation instructions for the December 1, 2022, meeting. No specific projects or decisions are included in this portion of the record.

The Board deferred a decision on the Garrapata Creek Bridge rail replacement to request more information from Caltrans regarding design and speed limits. The Board also approved its 2023 meeting dates and officer appointments.

• Continued Garrapata Creek Bridge rail replacement hearing to January 5, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (7-0)
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved continuation of remote meetings for 30 days (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates (6-0, 1 absent)
• Appointed John Scourkes as Chair and Kellie Morgantini as Vice-Chair for 2023 (6-0, 1 absent)

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will discuss the development of an e-bike policy for County Parks and consider forming an ad hoc committee. The agenda also includes reviewing 2023 meeting dates and updates on projects at Laguna Seca, Toro Park, and San Lorenzo Park.

• Discussion of e-bike policy for County Parks
• Approval of 2023 meeting dates
• Laguna Seca Start-Finish Bridge and Track Overlay Project update
• San Lorenzo Park campground reopening update
• Fuel reduction goat grazing at Fort Ord Open Space and Toro Park

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will consider continuing remote meetings via AB 361. The agenda also includes updates on cloud seeding investigations, reservoir storage levels, and the San Antonio Dam Emergency Action Plan.

• Investigation of implementing a cloud seeding program
• Reservoir storage and release updates
• Status of San Antonio Dam Emergency Action Plan
• Implications of Nacimiento spillway repair delay
• FERC inspection report for Nacimiento

Cannabis Committee

The Monterey County Cannabis Committee will discuss staff findings regarding cannabis consumption lounges. The committee will also consider recommending an administrative manual and revisions to the Growing Equity Together framework. Additionally, members will receive updates on hemp regulations and cannabis tax payments.

• Report on Industrial Hemp Pilot Program Regulatory Update
• Staff findings related to cannabis consumption lounges
• Proposed Growing Equity Together administrative manual and revisions
• Commercial cannabis cultivation business tax update
• Cannabis Program performance indicators and active grants update

The meeting consisted of receiving reports and updates on the Industrial Hemp Pilot Program, cannabis program performance indicators, and commercial cannabis tax payments. No substantive decisions or votes are recorded in the minutes.

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The agenda for the December 1, 2022, meeting consists only of procedural boilerplate. It provides instructions for participating in the teleconference via Zoom or phone and outlines how to submit public comments.

The Zoning Administrator approved a residential development and a water tank project. A request for short-term rentals at a residential property was referred to the Planning Commission for further review.

• Approved PLN220150 (Santiago) for a 4,511 sq. ft. home, ADU, and multiple barns/sheds at 784 Old Stage Road
• Approved after-the-fact design for tool shed, carport, shipping containers, and gazebo at 784 Old Stage Road
• Approved PLN220096 (Las Lomas Water Co.) for a 150,000-gallon water tank at 165 Las Lomas Drive
• Approved Variance for Las Lomas Water Co. to increase building site coverage from 3% to 6%
• Referred PLN200101 (Bornski) short-term rental request to the Monterey County Planning Commission
• Accepted September 29, 2022 and October 27, 2022 meeting minutes

Equal Opportunity Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Monterey County Equal Opportunity Committee on December 1, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Housing Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Monterey County Housing Advisory Committee on November 30, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Budget Committee

The committee will discuss implementing a bond-funded pilot program for local road repairs. Members will also review potential rate changes for the Pajaro County Sanitation District and budget amendments for the Emergency Operations Center.

• Support $63,322 budget amendment for an Emergency Operations Center doorway
• Review implementation of a bond-funded local road repair pilot program
• Discuss rate structure updates for Pajaro County Sanitation District
• Reallocate staff positions in the Office of Emergency Services
• Receive status report on Laguna Seca Bridge and Track Overlay Project

Cannabis Committee

The committee will review updates on Cannabis Program allocations and proposed changes to staff positions and non-staff costs. The meeting also includes a review of options to amend commercial cannabis cultivation business tax rates, including a proposed sliding scale.

• Review of proposed changes to cannabis positions and related non-staff costs
• Consideration of using other County resources to fund non-cannabis staff and costs
• Review of options to amend Monterey County Code 7.100 cultivation tax rates
• Proposal for a sliding scale for cannabis cultivation tax rates

The provided minutes list the agenda items for the November 29, 2022, special meeting, but do not record any votes, approvals, or specific outcomes for the items discussed.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet in closed session to confer regarding the appointment and recruitment for the position of County Administrative Officer. The remainder of the agenda contains procedural meeting instructions and COVID-19 notices.

• Recruitment/appointment for County Administrative Officer (Closed Session)

Board of Supervisors

The meeting includes several ceremonial resolutions, such as recognizing Military Family Appreciation Month. The agenda also contains closed sessions regarding litigation and labor negotiations.

• Resolution proclaiming November as Military Family Appreciation Month
• Resolution proclaiming December 2, 2022, as Kathleen Founds Day
• Resolution commending Chief Deputy James Bass on his retirement
• Closed session regarding litigation and potential litigation
• Closed session regarding Agricultural Commissioner recruitment

The Board of Supervisors authorized a professional services agreement for medical, mental health, and dental care at the county jail through 2025. Other key actions included approving a Resolution of Necessity for the Davis Road Bridge project and appointing several members to county committees.

• Approved $44,349,032 contract for jail medical, mental health, and dental care (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution of Necessity for Davis Road Bridge Replacement and Road Widening Project (4-1)
• Appointed Nicholas Kite to the Economic Development Committee (3-2)
• Approved $1.19M grant for a behavioral health Mentored Internship Program
• Adopted 25-mph speed limit for Watkins Gate Road and West Camp Street
• Adopted 45-mph speed limit on San Miguel Canyon Road and parking prohibitions on San Juan Grade Road
• Approved $270,000 agreement for an Emergency Notification and Evacuation Management Platform
• Approved $312,567 budget amendment for a new Automatic Transfer Switch at the Correctional Facility

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

This meeting consists of procedural actions such as call to order and roll call. The only listed closed session item regarding General Manager recruitment was removed via a supplemental agenda.

• No substantive items were scheduled following the removal of the General Manager recruitment item.

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding costs for destroying certain wells in the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project area. They will also consider a revised operations plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs. Additionally, the Board will confer on recruiting a new General Manager.

• Ordinance No. 03790 amendment regarding well destruction costs in Zone 2B
• Revised Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs
• Recruitment for the Water Resources Agency General Manager position
• Draft replacement well definitions from Monterey County Health Department
• Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan update

The Board adopted a revised operations plan for two reservoirs based on natural condition triggers for dry years. They also approved a continuance for a well reclassification appeal and accepted a status update on the Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan.

• Adopted Revised Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs (Unanimous)
• Approved finding that the Revised Interim Operations Plan qualifies as a Class 6 Categorical Exemption (Unanimous)
• Approved continuance to December 19, 2022 for Yuki Farms Limited Partnership III LP ET AL’s well reclassification appeal (7-0, 1 recused)
• Approved Consent Calendar including October 17, 2022 minutes and AB 361 remote meeting finding (Unanimous)
• Received update on Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan status (Unanimous)

Legislative Committee

The committee will adopt its 2023 meeting calendar and approve minutes from October 2022. Members will review federal and state legislative updates, including election results and budget earmarks. The agenda also includes discussions regarding grant writing pilot projects and future legislative programs.

• Adoption of the 2023 meeting calendar
• State budget earmark and homelessness updates
• San Lucas Drinking Water Project grant report
• Grant writing services pilot project report
• Development of the 2023-24 Legislative Program

Homelessness Committee

The committee will review action minutes from the October 24, 2022, meeting and receive an update on HHP Round Three funding distribution. Members will also discuss a presentation regarding Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF). The committee may recommend that the Board of Supervisors apply for funds to assist with the Pajaro River encampment.

• Approval of October 24, 2022, action minutes
• Update on Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHP) Round Three funding distribution
• Presentation on proposed Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) project
• Recommendation to apply for ERF funds for Pajaro River encampment housing and property restoration

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The special meeting of the Monterey County Alternative Energy and Environment Committee scheduled for November 17, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided text contains only procedural instructions and public participation guidelines for the November 17, 2022, meeting. No specific agenda items, projects, or decisions are listed in this portion of the document.

The Board discussed design guidelines for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Spreckels. No formal motions were taken, but a subcommittee was established to further the discussion.

• Appointed John Scourkes, Judy McClelland, and Kellie Morgantini to a subcommittee regarding Spreckels ADU design guidelines

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Commission will review equal opportunity plans from Natividad Medical Center and the Sheriff’s Office. Members will also discuss electing a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2023. The body will also consider continuing remote meetings under the state of emergency.

• Natividad Medical Center Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Sheriff’s Office Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Election of 2023 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Formation of an Ad Hoc Nomination Committee for 2023 leadership
• Finding to continue remote meetings under the state of emergency

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will consider requests for Job Order Contracting for phases of the Lake San Antonio Water System Improvements. The agenda also includes a status report on the New Juvenile Hall project and the adoption of the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Retroactive authorization for Lake San Antonio Water System Improvement phases 1 and 2
• Authorization of Job Order Contracting for Phase 3 of the Lake San Antonio project
• Status report on New Juvenile Hall, Project 8811
• Adoption of the 2023 Capital Improvement Committee meeting schedule

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on November 10, 2022. The agenda focused on a closed session regarding the recruitment and appointment for the position of County Administrative Officer.

• Closed session regarding recruitment for the County Administrative Officer

Housing Advisory Committee

The committee will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding revisions to the 2010 General Plan and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. These proposed changes address affordability requirements, terms of affordability, and exemptions for applicable projects. The meeting also includes an update on the Planning Commission Housing Pipeline Report.

• Recommendation for revisions to the 2010 General Plan and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance
• Adoption of AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings
• Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule
• Planning Commission Housing Pipeline Report update

Economic Development Committee

The Monterey County Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review several applications for committee membership to provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes presentations from various development agencies and an update on the ParkIT ARPA Economic Recovery project.

• Review of committee membership applications (including Jonathan Brown and Heather Gardner)
• Presentations from Arts Council for Monterey County, MCCVB, MCFC, and MCBC
• Presentation from California Coastal Rural Development Corporation regarding the Small Business Revolving Loan Fund
• Update on Big Sur Land Trust ParkIT ARPA Economic Recovery project

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The document outlines the participation procedures for the November 9, 2022, Monterey County Planning Commission meeting. It provides details on how to attend via teleconference and submit public comments but does not list any specific project items or decisions.

The Planning Commission recommended updates to land use plans for the Castroville Blvd/Hwy 156 interchange and approved a use permit for a new automotive repair building in Salinas. The commission also approved the October 26, 2022 meeting minutes and continued remote meeting findings.

• Approved Consent Calendar, including October 26, 2022 minutes and remote meeting findings (6-0)
• Rescinded June 29, 2022 decision for Castroville Blvd/Hwy 156 interchange project (8-0)
• Recommended Board of Supervisors approve North County Land Use Plan and Coastal Implementation Plan amendments for Castroville Blvd/Hwy 156 interchange (8-0)
• Recommended Board of Supervisors approve Combined Development Permit for Castroville Blvd/Hwy 156 interchange (8-0)
• Approved use permit for 11,939 sq ft automotive repair shop/warehouse and office at 1135 Madison Lane, Salinas (8-0)
• Adopted CEQA Negative Declaration addendum for 1135 Madison Lane project (8-0)

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The committee will consider supporting an amendment to Ordinance No. 03790 regarding the destruction of groundwater wells in Zone 2B. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the October 5, 2022 meeting and reviewing a draft financial workshop agenda.

• Recommendation to amend Ordinance No. 03790 concerning groundwater well destruction in Zone 2B
• Approval of October 5, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of December 22 financial workshop draft agenda

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss recruitment for the County Administrative Officer and Agricultural Commissioner positions. The meeting also includes closed sessions regarding litigation and negotiations with several employee units.

• Recruitment for County Administrative Officer position
• Recruitment for Agricultural Commissioner position
• Negotiations with employee units R, X, H, and F
• Recognition of 2022 IHSS Providers of the Year
• Proclamation of National Family Caregivers Month

The Board authorized $400,213 for construction cost overruns at Sun Rose Gardens and established a payment plan for commercial cannabis businesses. It also directed staff to develop specific greenhouse gas reduction reach codes and approved several appointments to the Economic Development Committee.

• Approved $400,213 for Sun Rose Gardens construction cost overruns
• Approved cannabis business payment plan through September 2023
• Authorized Treasurer-Tax Collector to record cannabis cultivation business tax liens
• Directed staff to further develop 'Option 3' for greenhouse gas reach codes (3-2)
• Approved $1.5M agreement with Digital Scepter Corporation for security and hardware
• Approved $500,000 grant for open access broadband conceptual network design
• Approved $75,000 base fee agreement for a Music Festival at Laguna Seca (June 2023)
• Appointed 7 representatives to the Economic Development Committee

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

This joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors standing committees will consider a finding to allow continued remote meetings. The item addresses the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency and health officer recommendations for social distancing.

• Finding to allow standing committees to continue meeting remotely under AB 361

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

This joint meeting of the Board of Supervisors and several local boards will consider a finding to allow continued remote meetings. The item is based on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations for social distancing.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The provided document contains only procedural instructions and participation details for the November 7, 2022, committee meeting. No topics for discussion, decision, or action are included in this text.

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee is meeting to receive several agency updates. The agenda includes reports on personnel activities, land appraisals, and land use compliance.

• Approval of September 2, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals
• Land Use Compliance Activities Update for November 2022

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided text consists of meeting instructions and COVID-19 participation protocols for the Historic Resources Review Board. No specific project reviews or substantive agenda items are listed in this document excerpt.

The Board recommended that the Planning Commission approve a Use Permit for demolition and excavation work at Mission San Antonio de Padua. The Board also approved the 2021-2022 CLG Annual Report and voted to continue holding meetings remotely for 30 days.

• Recommended approval of Use Permit for demolition of 1935 caretaker unit and foundation treatment at Mission San Antonio de Padua (7-0)
• Approved continuation of remote meetings for 30 days per AB 361 (7-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 CLG Annual Report including member trainings (7-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for November 17, 2022 to discuss Spreckels design guidelines and ADUs

Parks Commission

The Monterey County Parks Commission is holding a special meeting via Zoom. The commission will consider an AB 361 Report regarding the continuation of remote meetings due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• AB 361 Report regarding continued remote meetings

Cannabis Committee

The November 3, 2022, meeting of the Monterey County Cannabis Committee consists of procedural items only. No specific cannabis-related topics or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• No substantive items or specific cannabis-related topics are listed.

Board of Supervisors

The provided text contains only procedural information and meeting logistics for the Monterey County Board of Supervisors. It outlines instructions for public participation via Zoom or in person and lists the meeting schedule. No specific agenda items are detailed.

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is considering various permit applications for land use in the county. These include a commercial cannabis operation, slope restoration to clear a code violation, and multiple new single-family home constructions.

• Cannabis cultivation, processing, and nursery at 214, 248, and 250 Lewis Road
• Five-year permit extension for wine production at 8 Trampa Canyon
• Slope restoration and tree replanting at 194 Maher Road
• Construction of a 6,094 sq. ft. home at 3167 Stevenson Dr.
• New single-family dwelling construction at 249 Hidden Valley Road

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee is considering a finding to allow for continued remote meetings. This item addresses the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations regarding social distancing.

• Finding regarding remote meeting procedures pursuant to AB 361

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will review the Salinas Valley Water Conditions Report for the 4th Quarter of Water Year 2021-2022. The committee will also consider supporting an ordinance amendment regarding the destruction of groundwater wells in Zone 2B.

• Ordinance amendment concerning groundwater well destruction in Zone 2B
• Salinas Valley Water Conditions Report for 4th Quarter WY2021-2022
• Prop 1 Grant update for Lower Salinas Valley drinking water protection
• Updates on well permitting processes and monitoring well RFB

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

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The Zoning Administrator approved a Combined Development Permit for a property on Sonado Road. The project includes a home addition, an attached garage, and a detached accessory dwelling unit. The project was found Categorically Exempt under CEQA Guidelines.

• Approved 1,751 sq ft single family dwelling addition and 1,548 sq ft attached garage
• Approved 892 sq ft detached accessory dwelling unit
• Approved 7,213 sq ft net reduction of impervious surface coverage
• Found project Categorically Exempt per Section 15301 of CEQA Guidelines

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The committee will consider adopting an updated interim operations plan for the San Antonio and Nacimiento reservoirs in response to consecutive dry year conditions. The meeting also includes updates on reservoir storage levels, drought advisory activation, and maintenance activities.

• Adoption of updated Revised Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs
• Finding to continue remote meetings under COVID-19 emergency protocols
• Update on Drought Technical Advisory Committee (DTAC) activation
• Reservoir storage, release schedule, and elevation updates
• Updates on operations, maintenance, and Quagga/Zebra Mussel plans

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review several budget amendments and grant acceptances. Discussions include funding for broadband network design, sheriff-coroner department grants, and infrastructure projects at the correctional facility and Government Center.

• $500,000 grant from the California Public Utilities Commission for broadband network design
• $101,196 budget increase for the Sheriff-Coroner's office via a DHS grant
• $312,567 increase for an Automatic Transfer Switch at the Correctional Facility
• $69,596 to pay a vendor cancellation fee for equipment at the Government Center
• $50,000 for Master Plan Concept development in East Salinas

Budget Committee

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date with no listed items. It is procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions specified.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural information and instructions for attending the October 26, 2022, Planning Commission meeting via teleconference. No specific agenda items, projects, or decisions are listed in this document.

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The Commission approved two single-family home projects and adopted modifications to its business rules. It also held a public workshop on the Agricultural Conservation Mitigation Program and received a presentation on groundwater sustainability, neither of which required formal action.

• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Reappointed members to Native American Archeological Resources Advisory Panel (8-0)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for 2445 Bay View Avenue (9-0)
• Approved Combined Development Permit and Use Permit for 10995 Saddle Rd (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted modifications to Planning Commission Rules for the Transaction of Business (6-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors meeting includes closed session discussions on several administrative and legal matters. These include labor negotiations for Employee Units R and X and real property negotiations for the Laguna Seca Recreation Area. The Board will also confer regarding recruitment for the County Administrative Officer position.

• Labor negotiations for Employee Units R and X
• Real property negotiations for Laguna Seca Recreation Area
• Recruitment for County Administrative Officer
• Litigation involving Terry Kaiser
• DOE v. County of Monterey litigation

The Board of Supervisors directed staff to refer recent Sheriff's Office matters to the California Attorney General and the Civil Grand Jury. They also requested options for an audit of office policies and compliance. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution reaffirming county values and commitment to racial equity.

• Directed staff to refer Sheriff's Office matters to CA Attorney General and Civil Grand Jury (5-0)
• Ordered staff to provide options for an audit of Sheriff's Office policy and procedures (5-0)
• Adopted resolution revising Board Resolution No. 17-349 regarding racial equity (5-0)
• Approved $9M in fuel product and delivery contracts with three vendors (5-0)
• Approved $453,792 to replace two rooftop HVAC units at the 911 facility (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 agreement with OverDrive, Inc. for digital library services (5-0)
• Approved ordinance to allow Purchasing Agent to engage independent contractors (4-1)
• Appointed Mike Carini, Alisa Smith, and Kayla Gonzalez to various commissions (5-0)

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 a matter involving potential litigation or significant exposure to litigation. No other substantive public items are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session regarding potential litigation exposure

East Garrison Community Services District

The East Garrison Community Services District Board of Directors is considering a recommendation to the Monterey County Board of Supervisors. The proposal seeks to amend the Monterey County Code to establish a 25 mph speed limit on Watkins Gate Road and West Camp Street.

• Recommendation for a 25 mph speed limit on Watkins Gate Road and West Camp Street

Homelessness Committee

The committee will review a presentation regarding the homeless housing inventory count in Monterey County. Members will also receive updates on a potential Homekey application and the possible loss of 2019 Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding.

• Presentation on Homeless Housing Inventory Count
• Update on potential Homekey application
• Update on potential loss of 2019 PLHA funding
• Approval of September 12, 2022 action minutes

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is reviewing several administrative permit applications. These include residential additions in Pebble Beach, accessory dwelling units in Carmel, and short-term rental use in Carmel Valley. The agenda also includes commercial cannabis cultivation projects in Royal Oaks and Castroville.

• Residential additions and a new roof deck at 1545 Venadero Rd, Pebble Beach
• Construction of a 1,200 square foot accessory dwelling unit at 24806 Handley Drive, Carmel
• Short-term rental use for three single-family dwellings at 500 El Caminito Road, Carmel Valley
• Cannabis cultivation in greenhouses totaling 100,182 square feet at 735 San Juan Road, Royal Oaks
• Cannabis cultivation and nursery amendment at 11065 Commercial Parkway, Castroville

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Equal Opportunity and Civil_Rights Advisory Commission will review several departmental equal opportunity plans. Presentations include updates on the Small/Local Business Outreach Program, Child Support Services, and the Health Department. The commission will also receive a report on Civil Rights Office complaint data.

• Small/Local Business Outreach Program presentation
• Child Support Services Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Health Department Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Review of Departmental Equal Opportunity Plan Review Form
• Civil Rights Office Complaint Data Report

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet to address closed-session items involving litigation and labor negotiations. The agenda also includes a ceremonial resolution for a retiring staff member.

• Litigation regarding Amerisourcebergen Drug Corp.
• Labor negotiations for All Units, Unit R, and Unit X
• Property negotiations for Laguna Seca Recreation Area
• Retirement resolution for Joanne Leon

The Board of Supervisors adopted 15 ceremonial resolutions honoring retirees, veterans, and special months, and made several appointments to county committees. They also approved a consent calendar including a conditional waiver of penalties on commercial cannabis business tax, and directed staff to develop a payment plan program for the tax.

• Adopted 15 ceremonial resolutions (5-0)
• Appointed Esther Malkin to Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Reappointed Luz Garcia, Ben Harvey, Paul Wood to medical care committees (5-0)
• Nominated Supervisor Alejo to CSAC Board, Supervisor Askew as alternate (5-0)
• Appointed Supervisor Lopez as delegate to RCRC, GSFA, GSCA boards (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 31-42 less item 34 (5-0)
• Approved item 34 as amended: directed staff to create payment plan program for cannabis business tax penalties (5-0)
• Authorized letter requesting Supervisor Alejo's appointment to Middle Mile Advisory Committee (5-0)

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

The joint meeting of several standing committees will consider a finding regarding the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency. This action is intended to allow committees to continue conducting meetings remotely under AB 361.

• Finding to allow committees to continue meeting remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic

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

This joint meeting includes the Board of Supervisors and several local agencies. The scheduled matter involves a finding to continue conducting meetings remotely based on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board will meet to discuss the recruitment and appointment of a new General Manager. This discussion is scheduled to take place during a closed session.

• Recruitment and appointment of the General Manager

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The special meeting of the Monterey County Alternative Energy and Environment Committee scheduled for October 17, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is considering a contract amendment for engineering services for the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project. The meeting also includes appeal hearings regarding the reclassification of two wells as abandoned. Additionally, the board will receive a financial status report and discuss a study on merging CalPERS plans.

• $898,520 contract amendment with E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.
• Appeal hearing for well 14S/02E-01P01 reclassification
• Appeal hearing for well 14S/02E-15P01 reclassification
• Valuation study for merging CalPERS plans into the County of Monterey plan
• FY 2021-22 Financial Status Report

The Board denied an appeal by Thomas and Katherine Borchard to reclassify well 14S/02E-01P01 as abandoned, and authorized its destruction by February 2023. It also approved Amendment No. 1 with E2 Consulting Engineers for $898,520 for hydraulic modeling for the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project. A second appeal by General Farm Investment was continued. The Board also approved a CalPERS merger valuation study and the consent calendar.

• Denied Borchard appeal to reclassify well 14S/02E-01P01 as abandoned (6-1-1)
• Approved $898,520 Amendment No. 1 with E2 Consulting Engineers for Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project (8-0)
• Continued appeal by General Farm Investment / Yuki Farms regarding well 14S/02E-15P01 (7-0-1)
• Approved independent valuation study for merging CalPERS plans into County of Monterey plan (8-0)
• Approved consent calendar including September 2022 minutes, remote meeting finding, and FY 2021-22 financial report (8-0)

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator is holding public hearings on two development projects in Carmel Valley. One proposal involves constructing a detached garage, carports, and a storage shed on Schulte Road. Another seeks to allow a residential property on Village Lane to be used as a short-term rental.

• Construction of a garage, carports, and storage shed at 27610 & 27612 Schulte Road
• Short-term rental use for a residential property at 103 Village Lane

The Zoning Administrator approved two projects: a detached garage with carports and storage shed in the Carmel Valley floodplain (PLN200213), and a short-term rental permit for a single-family dwelling and guesthouse at 103 Village Lane (PLN200102). Both were found categorically exempt under CEQA. No public comments were received on either item.

• Approved Design Approval and Use Permit for 1,548 sq ft detached non-habitable accessory structure (garage, carports, shed) and 310 ft of fencing in Carmel Valley floodplain (PLN200213)
• Approved Administrative Permit for short-term rental of a single-family dwelling and guesthouse at 103 Village Lane, Carmel Valley (PLN200102)

Housing Advisory Committee

The committee is holding a special meeting to adopt findings that allow for continued remote meetings due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda also includes department updates and time for committee comments.

• Adoption of AB 361 findings to continue remote Housing Advisory Committee meetings

County of Monterey Planning Commission

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The commission approved a combined development permit for a new single-family home, garage, outdoor dining area, and pool at 9 Wild Boar Run in the Carmel-Santa Lucia Preserve, including removal of three Coast Live Oak trees. The vote was unanimous (9-0). The commission also continued a hearing for a Carmel-area demolition and rebuild project to October 26, 2022, and approved the consent calendar, including a finding to continue remote meetings under AB 361.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 2,948 sq ft home, garage, pool, and oak removal at 9 Wild Boar Run (9-0)
• Continued hearing for demolition and rebuild at 2445 Bay View Avenue to October 26, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including remote meeting finding under AB 361 (9-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet to discuss closed session matters including litigation and labor negotiations. The public agenda includes adopting resolutions for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and honoring several community award recipients.

• Closed session regarding litigation involving Karl Schumacher and DOE v. County of Monterey
• Negotiation directions for employee units R, X, F, H, J, K, S, and Z
• Recruitment discussions for County Administrative Officer and Agricultural Commissioner
• Resolution proclaiming October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Resolutions honoring Anjanette Love, Dr. Edgar Castellanos, Esther Castellanos, and Rachel Saunders

The Board of Supervisors granted an appeal to extend the Ferrini Ranch subdivision's vesting tentative map and development permit by six years, to March 17, 2029, with a 4-1 vote. They also approved multiple consent calendar items, including awarding Roads & Bridges and Facilities Job Order Contracts. The social media policy was tabled for further work, and the Highway 156 interchange appeal was referred back to the Planning Commission.

• Granted Ferrini Ranch subdivision extension to March 17, 2029 (4-1, Adams no)
• Referred Highway 156 interchange appeal back to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Tabled social media policy for further staff work (5-0)
• Awarded Roads & Bridges Job Order Contracts to six bidders (consent)
• Awarded Facilities Job Order Contracts to four bidders (consent)
• Approved $454,500 agreement with PARA Healthcare Analytics (consent)
• Approved $1,346,654 agreement with Housing Resource Center (consent)
• Adopted resolution creating Cannabis Program Manager position (consent)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will meet to discuss personnel matters in a closed session. The agenda includes discussions regarding the recruitment for the General Manager position and providing direction to labor negotiators.

• Recruitment/appointment for the General Manager position
• Direction to labor negotiators for the General Manager position

Capital Improvement Committee

The committee will receive status reports regarding the Laguna Seca Start-Finish Bridge and Track Overlay Project. Members will also review progress on the sale or transfer of several County Sanitation Systems. Additionally, the committee will receive quarterly reports concerning Natividad Medical Center's capital projects and contracting.

• Status report for Laguna Seca Start-Finish Bridge and Track Overlay Project (Project 8498)
• Status report on the sale/transfer of County Sanitation Systems, including Pajaro and Boronda districts
• Quarterly report on Job Order Contracting from Natividad Medical Center
• Report on key capital projects at Natividad Medical Center

Legislative Committee

The Monterey County Legislative Committee will consider approving previous meeting minutes and receive reports on federal and state legislative updates. The committee will also discuss the American Rescue Plan funding, the Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project, and the San Lucas Drinking Water Project. Additionally, members will review a grant writing services pilot project.

• Approval of August 8 and September 15, 2022, action minutes
• FY2023 Appropriations and American Rescue Plan Funding
• Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project
• San Lucas Drinking Water Project
• Grant writing services pilot project

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for October 7, 2022, was canceled.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the August 2022 financials and the FY 2021-22 financial status report. The committee will also consider recommending a study regarding merging CalPERS plans into the County's plan. Additionally, members will consider an amendment to an engineering services agreement for $898,520.

• $898,520 contract amendment with E2 consulting engineers, inc.
• Recommendation for a CalPERS retirement plan merger valuation study
• Review of August 2022 Agency Fund financials
• Update on Homeless Encampment Cleanup Costs

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will receive reports on the Lake Nacimiento financial report for fiscal year 2021-22 and Toro Park Youth Overnight Area usage. The meeting also includes a report on Monterey County Parks climate change and greenhouse gas reduction strategies. Additionally, staff will provide updates on the Lake San Antonio cyanotoxin notice and campground reopenings.

• Lake Nacimiento Resort and Operations Enterprise Fund Year-End Financial Report (FY 2021-22)
• Report on Toro Park Youth Overnight Area (YONA) use
• Report on Monterey County Parks climate change and greenhouse gas reduction strategies
• Approval of August 11, 2022, and September 21, 2022, Special Meeting Minutes
• Update on Lake San Antonio Cyanotoxin Notice

Historic Resources Review Board

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• No specific agenda items or projects are listed.

The Historic Resources Review Board approved continuing electronic meetings for the next 30 days due to COVID-19, and approved minutes from September 1 and September 22, 2022. The board also discussed creating an inventory of county-owned historic buildings and requested staff updates on several properties.

• Approved continuation of remote meetings for 30 days under AB 361 (5-0)
• Approved September 1, 2022 draft minutes with corrections (4-0)
• Approved September 22, 2022 special meeting minutes as is (3-0, 1 abstention)

Cannabis Committee

The committee will review proposed amendments to commercial cannabis retail regulations and the Growing Equity Together framework. Members will also discuss findings regarding cannabis consumption lounges and potential changes to the manufacturing tax rate.

• Proposed amendments to Monterey County Code Chapter 7.90 for retail operations
• Review of recommendations to amend the commercial cannabis manufacturing tax rate
• Report on staff findings related to cannabis consumption lounges
• Revisions to the Growing Equity Together framework and administrative manual
• Industrial Hemp Pilot Program regulatory update

The committee received reports on industrial hemp, cannabis cultivation, tax payments, and retail operations. They discussed proposed amendments to commercial cannabis retail rules, consumption lounges, an administrative manual for the Growing Equity Together framework, and a potential tax rate change for manufacturing. No final votes were taken; all items were for discussion and direction only.

• Approved action minutes from September 1, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Received report on Industrial Hemp Pilot Program regulatory update
• Received cannabis program update on cultivation square footage, land use permits, and business permits
• Received Treasurer-Tax Collector update on commercial cannabis tax payments
• Discussed and directed staff on proposed amendments to County Code Chapter 7.90 for retail operations
• Received report on cannabis consumption lounges and provided direction
• Discussed administrative manual and revisions to Growing Equity Together framework
• Reviewed commercial cannabis manufacturing activity and tax rate; directed staff to prepare report for Board of Supervisors

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is considering several administrative permit applications. These include new single-family homes, a lot line adjustment in Salinas, and a commercial cannabis facility in Aromas.

• 2,745 square foot home at 11760 Camino Escondido, Carmel Valley
• Lot line adjustment for three parcels on River Road, Salinas
• Remodel and addition at 24692 Dolores St., Carmel
• 5,496 square foot home and tree removal at 3150 Stevenson Drive, Pebble Beach
• Cannabis cultivation and distribution facility in Aromas

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The committee will review minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes an update on the Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan and a strategic planning update.

• Approval of September 7, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on the Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan Board Report
• Strategic Planning Update

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

This special meeting of the Basin Management Advisory Committee focuses on a procedural matter regarding remote attendance. The committee will consider a finding to allow continued remote meetings due to the COVID-19 state of emergency and health recommendations.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Committee will consider a recommendation to amend Ordinance No. 03790 regarding the destruction of groundwater wells in Zone 2B. Staff will also provide updates on data collection, well permitting processes, and the Prop 1 Grant for the Lower Salinas Valley.

• Recommendation to amend Ordinance No. 03790 regarding groundwater well destruction in Zone 2B
• Update on Prop 1 Grant for Lower Salinas Valley drinking water protection
• Update on New Monitoring Well RFB status
• Approval of August 3, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to confer regarding the recruitment and appointment for the position of General Manager. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as roll call and public comment.

• Closed session regarding General Manager recruitment and appointment

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold closed sessions regarding litigation and labor negotiations for Units R, S, and X. The public agenda features several ceremonial resolutions for local recognition.

• Resolution celebrating California’s Clean Air Day
• Recognition of October as Farmer and Farmworker Month
• Proclamation of National 4-H Week (October 3–8, 2022)
• Recognition of Stacey Wood for work with Robles Firewise
• Honoring the 50th Anniversary of Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved selecting Eden Housing, Inc. as the developer for a 100% affordable multifamily rental housing project at 855 East Laurel Drive in Salinas, and authorized negotiations for an exclusive agreement. They also adopted positions on three November 2022 ballot measures: supporting Proposition 1 (reproductive freedom) and Proposition 31 (flavored tobacco ban), and opposing Proposition 27 (online sports wagering). Additionally, the Board approved a negative declaration for seven commercial cannabis permit applications at five sites in North Monterey County.

• Selected Eden Housing, Inc. as developer for 855 East Laurel Drive affordable housing project (5-0)
• Authorized Housing Director to negotiate Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Eden Housing (5-0)
• Supported Proposition 1 (Constitutional Right to Reproductive Freedom) (5-0)
• Opposed Proposition 27 (online/mobile sports wagering outside tribal lands) (5-0)
• Supported Proposition 31 (ban on flavored tobacco products) (5-0)
• Adopted negative declaration for 7 commercial cannabis permits at 5 North County sites (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 20-32 including contracts, agreements, and road projects (5-0)
• Reappointed Paula Calvetti to Workforce Development Board (5-0)

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

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Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing several requests to amend the 2022-23 Adopted Budget. These include proposals for electric vehicle chargers, an emergency notification system contract, and various staff position changes.

• $215,393.38 request for EV fast chargers in Castroville, Greenfield, and San Lucas
• Emergency notification system contract with Everbridge Inc. up to $94,636.03
• New Chronic Disease Prevention Specialist II position in the Health Department
• $248,596 grant for a Zero Emissions Shared Mobility Study
• $70,000 increase for Facility Services using cannabis tax funds

Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors & Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors and Board of Directors will hold a special joint meeting. The agenda includes a closed session to confer regarding the recruitment and appointment of the agency's General Manager.

• Closed session regarding recruitment/appointment for the General Manager position

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review several application submittals to provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. These applications cover sectors including tourism, agriculture, healthcare, and clean energy. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the July 27, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of July 27, 2022, action minutes
• Review of applications for tourism, agriculture, and healthcare sectors
• Review of applications for climate and clean energy sectors
• Review of applications for finance, minority owned business, and higher education

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

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The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved four development permits, including new homes, accessory units, and demolition projects in Pebble Beach, Carmel Valley, and the Santa Lucia Preserve. All projects were found exempt from CEQA review. No public comments were received on any item.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for demolition and new 7,425 sq ft home at 1508 Viscaino Road, Pebble Beach (PLN220066)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for new 2,851 sq ft home in floodway fringe at 33 De Los Helechos, Carmel Valley (PLN210178)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for new 6,212 sq ft home, ADU, pool, and tree removal at 16 Potrero Trail, Santa Lucia Preserve (PLN210275)
• Approved after-the-fact permits for ADU, shed, and patio to clear code enforcement violation at 227 Salsipuedes Rd, Carmel Valley (PLN210233)
• Accepted September 8, 2022 meeting minutes

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The committee will vote on continuing remote meetings due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda also includes updates on cloud seeding, reservoir storage levels, and the Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan.

• Approval of August 25, 2022, meeting minutes
• Decision on continuing remote meetings via AB 361
• Update on Cloud Seeding program
• Salinas Valley Water Project Flow Monitoring Report: 10-Year Review
• Status update on Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan

Budget Committee

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County of Monterey Planning Commission

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The Commission denied a proposal for four apartment buildings totaling 60 units of agricultural workforce housing at 51-57 Susan Street, Royal Oaks, citing concerns about traffic, buffers, flooding, and liquefaction. The vote was 7-1. A separate item for a single-family dwelling and JADU at 2445 Bay View Avenue was continued to October 12, 2022, to allow staff to clarify differences between JADUs and ADUs.

• Denied Rio Vista Group LLC's 60-unit agricultural workforce housing project (7-1)
• Continued Barone Claire F project to October 12, 2022, for staff clarification on JADU vs ADU (8-0)
• Approved consent calendar including July 27 and September 14, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss litigation matters in a closed session. The agenda also features several committee appointments and ceremonial resolutions honoring county employees.

• Closed session discussion regarding workers' compensation litigation (Linda Chavarria)
• Appointment of Jeffrey Andrews to the Carmel Valley Road Advisory Committee
• Reappointment of Katie Coburn to the Carmel Valley Road Advisory Committee
• Appointment of MaryBeth Murray to the Commission on the Status of Women
• Resolution honoring Gary Giboney for 22 years of service

After two motions failed, the Board approved a $2.5 million budget fix for the Pajaro County Sanitation District using ARPA funds and cannabis tax revenue, with a commitment to a January 2023 budget workshop. The Board also approved the FY21/22 CDBG annual report, adopted communications guidelines, abandoned Rio Road plan lines, and made several appointments.

• Approved $2.5M Pajaro Sanitation District budget fix with ARPA and cannabis tax funds (5-0, after two failed motions)
• Approved FY21/22 Urban County CDBG annual report for HUD submittal (5-0)
• Approved Monterey County Communications & Public Relations Guidelines with edits, to return as consent item (5-0)
• Abandoned Rio Road official plan lines and renamed portion to Village Park Road (5-0)
• Appointed Caroline Chapin and Robert Rodoni to Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency board (5-0)
• Approved $967,520 contract with Harris & Associates for General Plan element updates (consent)
• Approved $5M amendment for Natividad Medical Center nurse staffing with Huffmaster Crisis Response (consent)
• Approved $310,139 amendment for Carmel River Floodplain Restoration design (consent)

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District is scheduled to discuss a budget amendment for the 2022-23 fiscal year. This proposal would increase appropriations by $2,499,400 using cannabis tax funds and American Rescue Plan Act revenues. The board will also review draft meeting minutes from several dates between 2020 and 2022.

• Budget amendment to increase appropriations by $2,499,400
• Transfer of $1,320,603 from General Fund Cannabis Tax Assignment
• Use of $1,178,797 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) revenues
• Approval of draft meeting minutes for various dates between 2020 and 2022

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will meet on September 27, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding potential litigation exposure. Other scheduled items are procedural.

• Closed session regarding potential litigation exposure and/or initiation of litigation

Historic Resources Review Board

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The Historic Resources Review Board voted unanimously to adopt a finding under AB361 that the COVID-19 state of emergency remains in effect, allowing the board to continue meeting remotely for the next 30 days. No other substantive decisions were made; the board discussed a future agenda item on historical building inventory and noted upcoming applications for Mission San Antonio demolition and Caltrans bridge rail project.

• Adopted finding to continue remote meetings under AB361 (4-0)

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is reviewing several administrative permit applications for residential and commercial projects. These include new home construction, lot line adjustments, and expanded cannabis operations in Salinas and Carmel.

• Cannabis cultivation and processing facility at 26800 Encinal Road
• Short-term rental permit for 103 Village Lane, Carmel Valley
• Construction of a single-family dwelling at 433 Unit D Corral de Tierra Road
• Construction of a house and accessory dwelling unit at 2 Arrowmaker Trace
• Lot line adjustment for parcels on Valle Pacifico Road

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will consider a finding to continue conducting meetings remotely due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda also includes the AB 361 Parks Commission Report. This special meeting does not allow general public comment.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361
• AB 361 Parks Commission Report

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission will consider a finding to continue holding meetings via teleconference. This action is pursuant to AB 361 regarding the ongoing state of emergency.

• Finding to continue remote meetings under AB 361

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The commission will review Equal Opportunity Plans from the Emergency Communications, Housing and Community Development, and Auditor-Controller departments. The meeting also includes a discussion of the annual report and a presentation on complaint procedures.

• Approval of July 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Emergency Communications Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Housing and Community Development Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Auditor-Controller Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Discussion of the EOCRAC Annual Report

Board of Supervisors

The Board will provide direction for negotiations involving several employee units. Members will also confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and potential employee discipline. The agenda includes the adoption of ceremonial resolutions.

• Direction for negotiations with various employee units
• Litigation review including Nacimiento Regional Water Management case
• Resolution designating National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims
• Resolution honoring Judge Robert O’Farrell
• Resolution commending Sergeant Erika Gabriela Barrera upon retirement

The Board of Supervisors held a regional water forum to discuss water management and sustainability in northern Monterey County, with presentations from multiple agencies and public comment. No binding decisions were made on the water forum itself. The Board also approved a consent calendar including contracts, budget amendments, and resolutions, and confirmed Douglas Southard as Interim Deputy Director of Social Services.

• Confirmed Douglas Southard as Interim Deputy Director of Social Services (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 12-27, including $1.99M UKG software contract for Natividad Medical Center and $5.95M mental health services amendment with Seneca Family of Agencies (4-0, Phillips absent)
• Adopted resolutions designating National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims, honoring Judge O'Farrell, and commending Sergeant Barrera's retirement (4-0, Phillips absent)
• Approved $973,557 senior services funding agreement with California Department of Aging (consent)
• Adopted resolution amending probation budget to reallocate a Laundry Worker I to Building Maintenance Worker (consent)
• Approved amendment to South Salinas Valley Broadband Authority Joint Powers Agreement (consent)
• Authorized staff to apply for state-funded stabilization bonuses for hospital and clinic employees (closed session readout)
• Referred Supervisor Lopez's proposal to explore joining local Chambers of Commerce (new referral)

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

This joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors standing committees consists of procedural items. The committees will consider findings to continue holding meetings remotely and review draft action minutes from various previous meeting dates.

• Finding to continue remote committee meetings due to COVID-19 emergency
• Approval of draft action meeting minutes for dates between October 26, 2021, and August 23, 2022

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

The Board of Supervisors and several associated boards are considering a finding to continue conducting meetings remotely. This follows recommendations from the Monterey County Health Officer regarding social distancing. The agenda also includes the approval of draft meeting minutes from late 2021 through August 2022.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from November 2021 to August 2022

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board will discuss the recruitment for the General Manager position in a closed session. They will also confer with legal counsel regarding litigation involving Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee. The Board is scheduled to approve meeting minutes from August 30 and September 13, 2022.

• Recruitment for the General Manager position
• Litigation: Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee v. Monterey County Water Resources Agency
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from August 30, 2022, and September 13, 2022

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider several funding agreements and professional service contracts. This includes a subgrant for the 180/400-Foot Aquifer Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan. The Board will also review agreements for seismic analysis and hydraulic modeling.

• $3,690,000 grant-related subgrant for 180/400-Foot Aquifer Subbasin groundwater implementation
• $209,160 joint funding agreement with USGS for streamgaging and reservoir elevation gaging
• $473,520 agreement with E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project modeling
• Amendment to AECOM Technical Services, Inc. contract for Nacimiento Dam seismic stability analysis

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board approved a subgrant agreement with the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency to receive $3,690,000 in state funding for the 180/400-Foot Aquifer Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan Phase 1 Implementation. The board also approved a $473,520 professional services agreement with E2 Consulting Engineers for hydraulic modeling of the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project, and approved the consent calendar including a $209,160 joint funding agreement with the USGS for streamgaging work. No reportable actions were taken in closed session.

• Approved subgrant agreement with SVBGSA for $3,690,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $473,520 agreement with E2 Consulting Engineers for hydraulic modeling (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $209,160 USGS joint funding agreement (8-0, Jason Smith absent)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022
• Approved AB 361 finding for remote meetings
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to AECOM agreement for seismic stability analysis

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee on September 19, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Legislative Committee

The committee will review reports from various state and federal legislative offices to provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. Discussions include the Inflation Reduction Act, California's water supply strategy, and November 2022 ballot propositions. The committee will also consider grant opportunities such as the San Lucas Drinking Water Project.

• Review of federal topics including the Inflation Reduction Act and student loan debt relief
• Discussion of California's water supply strategy and state budget earmarks
• Updates on Proposition 68 grants and the San Lucas Drinking Water Project
• Report on the grant writing services pilot project
• Approval of August 8, 2022, action minutes

Native American and Archeological Resources Technical Advisory Panel

The agenda for the Native American and Archeological Resources Technical Advisory Panel consists of standard procedural matters. No specific projects, contracts, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee will review a report on the historical impact of the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Members will also provide direction to staff regarding affordability distribution for an updated ordinance.

• Report on historic impact of the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance
• Direction to staff on affordability distribution for the updated ordinance
• Adoption of AB 361 Finding to continue remote meetings
• Approval of August 3 and August 24, 2022, draft action minutes

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural instructions and public participation guidelines. No specific project applications or agenda items are listed in this document.

The Commission approved a Coastal Administrative Permit and Design approval for a 3,646 sq ft single-family dwelling with attached garage and guesthouse at 1458 Riata Road, Pebble Beach, finding it categorically exempt under CEQA. Commissioner Diehl's motion included a directive that no further applications of this type be processed until an administrative interpretation or code clarification on structural connections between primary and accessory structures is developed. The consent calendar was also approved, including reappointments to Land Use Advisory Committees and meeting minutes.

• Approved Coastal Administrative Permit and Design approval for Davis Kelly TR project at 1458 Riata Road, Pebble Beach (8-0)
• Found project categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303
• Directed staff not to process similar applications until administrative interpretation or code clarification on structural connections is developed
• Approved consent calendar including AB 361 remote meeting finding, June 8, June 29, and August 24, 2022 meeting minutes, and LUAC reappointments (8-0)

Economic Development Committee

This agenda consists of procedural items and the approval of action minutes. No specific projects or substantive topics are detailed in the provided text.

• Approval of action minutes (22-817)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet in closed session to discuss ongoing litigation and provide direction for labor negotiations involving various employee units. The public agenda includes several ceremonial resolutions for awareness months.

• Closed session discussion regarding litigation involving SEIU Local 521 and the Center for Biological Diversity
• Direction to negotiators for All Units and Units R, S, and X
• Resolution proclaiming September 2022 as National Suicide Prevention Month
• Resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month in Monterey County
• Resolution proclaiming September 2022 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

The Board of Supervisors adopted the Clean Fleet Purchasing Policy for all Monterey County vehicles, effective January 1, 2023. The board also approved a $950,000 loan forgiveness for the Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project Design Phase and continued an appeal hearing for the Highway 156 interchange project to October 11, 2022. Several resolutions were adopted, including proclamations for National Suicide Prevention Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and National Food Safety Education Month.

• Adopted Clean Fleet Purchasing Policy for all Monterey County vehicles effective 1/1/2023 (5-0 vote).
• Approved forgiveness of $950,000 loan to Monterey County Water Resources Agency for Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project Design Phase (5-0 vote).
• Continued appeal hearing for Highway 156 and Castroville Boulevard Interchange Safety Improvement project to October 11, 2022 (5-0 vote).
• Adopted resolution proclaiming September 2022 as National Suicide Prevention Month (Resolution No. 22-347).
• Adopted resolution recognizing September 15–October 15, 2022 as Hispanic Heritage Month (Resolution No. 22-345).
• Adopted resolution proclaiming September 2022 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (Resolution No. 22-344).
• Adopted resolution proclaiming September 2022 as National Food Safety Education Month (Resolution No. 22-346).
• Approved consent calendar items 22–52, including multiple contracts, budget amendments, and ordinance amendments.

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board is considering agreements to fund Pajaro Regional Flood Management Agency activities through cost sharing and a Monterey County MOU for up to $193,700 per year. This MOU is intended to cover a funding gap in the Cost Share Agreement. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the recruitment of a new General Manager.

• Cost Share Agreement with City of Watsonville, Santa Cruz Flood Control and Water Conservation District - Zone 7, and Pajaro Regional Flood Management Agency
• MOU with Monterey County for up to $193,700 per fiscal year through June 30, 2030
• Recruitment/appointment of a new General Manager
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from May 17, 2022, to August 23, 2022

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Monterey County Health, Housing & Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for September 12, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or action.

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee is reviewing proposals for infrastructure and sustainability projects. This includes a $2 million grant submission for the King City Courthouse and a $1 million award for electric vehicle chargers at several county libraries. The committee will also review status reports on water, sewer, and storm repair projects.

• $2 million USDA grant submission for King City Courthouse parking and solar carports
• $1 million grant for electric vehicle chargers in Castroville, Greenfield, and San Lucas libraries
• Request to add 1322 Natividad Road HVAC project to the 2022-23 Capital Improvement Program
• Status reports on repairs from the Soberanes Fire and various winter storms
• Report on ARPA-funded water and sewer infrastructure projects

Homelessness Committee

The committee will consider proposed changes to its charter and approve minutes from the August 29 meeting. The agenda also includes presentations regarding encampment management principles and local outreach services.

• Approval of August 29, 2022, action minutes
• Acceptance of recommended changes to the Homelessness Committee Charter
• Presentation on '7 Principles to Addressing Encampments'
• Presentation on Monterey County outreach services
• Presentation on Gabilan Creek encampment efforts in the City of Salinas

Parks Commission

The Monterey County Parks Commission will consider a finding under AB 361 to continue conducting meetings remotely. This item addresses the ongoing state of emergency and health officer recommendations regarding social distancing.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Parks Commission

This special meeting of the Monterey County Parks Commission contains one scheduled matter. The commission will consider findings related to AB 361 to allow for continued remote meetings during the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• AB 361 Parks Commission Report (Item 22-776) regarding remote meeting authority

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided text consists only of procedural boilerplate and public participation instructions. It details how to join the September 8, 2022, meeting via teleconference but does not list any projects or decisions.

The Zoning Administrator approved three development permits: a new roadway on steep slopes with tree removal (PLN210195), demolition and construction of a 4,110 sq ft home with garage and basement in Pebble Beach (PLN210326), and construction of a 4,369 sq ft home with garage and tree removal in Pebble Beach (PLN220059). All projects were found categorically exempt from CEQA. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for new roadway on slopes over 25% with tree removal (PLN210195)
• Approved Design Approval for demolition of 3,214 sq ft home and construction of 4,110 sq ft home with garage and basement (PLN210326)
• Approved Design Approval for construction of 4,369 sq ft home with garage and removal of one Monterey pine tree (PLN220059)

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will receive presentations on county survey results and the internship program. The committee will also approve action minutes from June 9, 2022.

• Approval of June 9, 2022, action minutes
• Presentation on County Survey Results
• Presentation on the Internship Program (paid vs. unpaid)
• Presentation on Merit System Services

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The provided document contains only procedural and logistical instructions for the September 7, 2022, Health, Housing & Human Services Committee meeting. No specific agenda items or topics for discussion are listed in this text.

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee on September 7, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided in the document.

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is reviewing several development applications. These include a 74,400 square foot cannabis greenhouse in Salinas and various residential projects in Big Sur and Carmel.

• Establishment of a 74,400 square foot cannabis greenhouse on Spence Road
• New 6,212 square foot residence at 16 Potrero Trail
• Three-year permit extension for a dwelling at 62200 Highway 1
• Permit extension for employee housing at 54105 Highway 1
• Restoration permit for stream alteration on San Juan Road

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will receive an update on the Habitat Conservation Plan. Members will also review Strategic Plan Goals and Strategies to provide direction to staff. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from the July 6, 2022 meeting.

• Habitat Conservation Plan Update
• Strategic Plan Goals and Strategies update
• Approval of July 6, 2022 meeting minutes

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Monterey County Health, Housing & Human Services Committee for September 5, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or action.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The committee will review June 2022 financials and water delivery fee revenue updates. Members will also consider recommendations for engineering services and joint funding agreements. This includes a subgrant related to the 180/400-Foot Aquifer Subbasin.

• $473,520 agreement with E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project modeling
• $209,160 joint funding agreement with the United States Geological Survey
• $3,690,000 subgrant for 180/400-Foot Aquifer Subbasin groundwater sustainability implementation
• Update on FY 21-22 Water Delivery and Service Fee Revenue Receivable

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting consists of administrative updates and procedural items. The agenda includes receiving reports on personnel activities, land appraisals, and land use compliance.

• Approval of August 5, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals
• Land Use Compliance Activities Update for September 2022

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided document for the September 1, 2022, Historic Resources Review Board meeting consists of procedural boilerplate and public participation guidelines. It details methods for attending via teleconference and procedures for submitting public comments. No specific project items or decisions are listed in this text.

The Historic Resources Review Board voted unanimously to recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve a Mills Act contract for the property at 6 Miramonte Road in Carmel Valley (the Hayward House), including an exception to the property value limit. The board also adopted an AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings and scheduled a special meeting for September 22, 2022.

• Recommended approval of Mills Act contract for 6 Miramonte Road, Carmel Valley (Hayward House) with property value limit exception (5-0)
• Adopted AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings due to COVID-19 state of emergency (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for September 22, 2022 to comply with AB 361 30-day timeframe
• Approved August 4, 2022 draft meeting minutes (5-0)

Equal Opportunity Committee

This agenda contains only boilerplate procedural text with no listed items for decision or discussion. The meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2022, but no substantive agenda items are provided.

Cannabis Committee

The committee will review proposed commercial cannabis business tax rates and their fiscal impacts. Members will also discuss "Good Standing" criteria for operators and a proposed shutdown procedure for certain businesses. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on the Industrial Hemp Pilot Program and a funding request from the Sheriff’s Office.

• Review of proposed commercial cannabis business tax rates and fiscal impacts
• Discussion of 'Good Standing' criteria for operators
• Proposed shutdown procedure for ineligible or ceasing cannabis businesses
• Request from the Sheriff's Office for training funds from the Cannabis Program contingency fund
• Update on the Industrial Hemp Pilot Program Regulatory Update

The Monterey County Cannabis Committee met on September 1, 2022, and received several reports but took no final votes or decisions. Items included an update on the Industrial Hemp Pilot Program, current cannabis cultivation square footage and permits, a request for training funds from the Sheriff's Office, and a review of proposed commercial cannabis business tax rates and shutdown procedures. The committee directed staff to present its recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on the tax rates and shutdown procedures.

• Approved action minutes from the July 7, 2022 meeting.
• Received report on Industrial Hemp Pilot Program Regulatory Update.
• Received Cannabis Program memoranda on cultivation square footage, land use permits, and business permits.
• Received Sheriff's Office memoranda requesting training funds from Cannabis Program contingency fund.
• Received report on current Cannabis Program 'Good Standing' Criteria and which operators it applies to.
• Reviewed proposed commercial cannabis business tax rates and fiscal impacts.
• Directed staff to present recommendations on tax rates to the Board of Supervisors.
• Received proposed shutdown procedure for ineligible or ceasing cannabis businesses and directed staff to present recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.

Budget Committee

The committee is reviewing several budget amendments, including funding for IT upgrades and social services. Members will also discuss loan forgiveness for water projects and a potential budget deficiency in the Pajaro County Sanitation District.

• $2,271,000 budget increase for Board Chamber audio visual and broadcast system upgrade
• $1,411,981 budget increase for Social Services - Area Agency on Aging programs
• $308,819 service agreement with Kofile Technologies, Inc. for book preservation
• $950,000 loan forgiveness request for the Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project
• Review of projected budget deficiency for the Pajaro County Sanitation District

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold closed sessions regarding employee negotiations, legal matters, and the County Administrative Officer. The meeting also includes a ceremonial resolution for a retiring probation officer.

• Direction to negotiators for various employee units
• Recruitment of the County Administrative Officer
• Performance evaluation of the County Administrative Officer
• Resolution honoring Brandon Casarez upon retirement

The Board voted 3-2 to extend the sunset date of the Outdoor Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Pilot Program to 2030 and received an update on operating costs and estimated tax revenues. A separate item to approve a $261,939 environmental analysis contract for cannabis program operators failed 3-2. The Board also approved four ceremonial resolutions, two appointments, and a consent calendar of 40 items including numerous Natividad Medical Center contracts and other departmental actions.

• Approved extending the Outdoor Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Pilot Program sunset date to 2030 (3-2 vote).
• Denied a $261,939 professional services agreement with Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions for cannabis program environmental analysis (3-2 vote).
• Adopted four ceremonial resolutions honoring Brandon Casarez, Rick Johnson, Priscilla Walton, and Monterey Peninsula Community College District.
• Reappointed Sergio Sanchez to the Parks Commission and appointed Aurelio Gonzalez to the Resource Conservation District Board.
• Approved consent calendar items 20-60, including 15 Natividad Medical Center contracts and various departmental agreements.
• Adopted Resolution 22-334 finding the Mid-Valley Shopping Center is not a historic resource (4-1 vote).
• Approved a $5 million increase to the countywide custodial services agreement, for a total not to exceed $15 million.
• Approved a $2 million dry period loan to the North County Fire Protection District.

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors meeting includes a closed session to discuss recruiting and appointing a new General Manager. No other specific agenda items are listed in this document.

• Recruitment/appointment of the General Manager (Closed Session)

Homelessness Committee

The committee will elect its 2022 Chair and Vice Chair and review a proposed committee charter for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. Members will also receive reports on the housing pipeline, safe parking program, and encampment resolution funding opportunities. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on a $2M community project funding grant.

• Election of 2022 Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of proposed committee charter
• Presentation on Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) opportunity
• Report on Monterey County Safe Parking Program
• Status update on $2M Economic Development Initiative Community Project Funding Grant

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The committee will consider recommending a revised Interim Operations Plan for the San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs in response to consecutive dry year conditions. The meeting also includes updates on reservoir storage, release schedules, and maintenance activities.

• Recommendation to adopt revised Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs
• Reservoir storage and release updates
• Update on operations and maintenance activities at the reservoirs
• Discussion regarding Quagga/Zebra Mussel Plan and cloud seeding

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided document contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation in the August 25, 2022, meeting. No specific agenda items or project decisions are listed in this text. The meeting is scheduled to be held via teleconference.

The Zoning Administrator approved three development permits: a single-family home with ADU in Castroville, a test well near archaeological resources in Carmel, and a large residence with guesthouse in Pebble Beach. All projects were found exempt from CEQA review. No public opposition was recorded.

• Approved Design Approval for 1,120 sq ft home, garage, and 1,025 sq ft ADU at 11421 Palmer St, Castroville (PLN210118)
• Approved Coastal Administrative Permit for test well at 232 Lower Walden Rd, Carmel (PLN210072)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for 4,758 sq ft home, guesthouse, and removal of 9 Monterey Pines at 1634 Sonado Rd, Pebble Beach (PLN200274)

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural information for the August 24, 2022, meeting. It outlines instructions for public participation via Zoom or telephone and provides deadlines for submitting written comments. No specific agenda items were included in this document.

• No specific agenda items, rezonings, or contracts were listed in the provided text.

The Commission approved a three-year extension for the Domain Corporation (Ferrini Ranch Subdivision) Vesting Tentative Map, moving the expiration to March 17, 2029. A public hearing for a single-family dwelling in Pebble Beach was continued to September 14, 2022, with direction to return with findings for approval. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including appointments and resignations on Land Use Advisory Committees.

• Approved 3-year map extension for Ferrini Ranch Subdivision (8-0-1, Monsalve abstain)
• Continued PLN210191 Davis dwelling hearing to September 14, 2022 (9-0, Monsalve absent)
• Approved consent calendar including remote meeting finding, July 13 minutes, and LUAC appointments/resignations (10-0)

Housing Advisory Committee

This meeting consisted primarily of procedural items and department updates. The committee considered adopting a finding to continue holding meetings via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Adoption of AB 361 Finding to continue remote meetings

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold closed sessions regarding negotiations for employee units R, S, and X, and real property at Laguna Seca Recreation Area. The agenda also includes ceremonial resolutions and reviews of county litigation.

• Negotiations for Employee Units R, S, and X
• Real property negotiations for Laguna Seca Recreation Area
• Recruitment of the County Administrative Officer
• Review of liability claims and existing litigation
• Retirement resolution for Deputy Probation Officer II Kathy Longoria

The Board of Supervisors introduced an ordinance to reduce commercial cannabis business tax rates for mixed-light and indoor cultivation retroactive to October 1, 2021, and set a September 13 hearing for a military equipment use policy for the District Attorney's Office. They also continued a climate action plan presentation to August 30, terminated a conservation easement on a Pebble Beach property, and approved dozens of consent calendar items including contracts, appointments, and budget amendments.

• Introduced ordinance to reduce cannabis tax rates for mixed-light and indoor cultivation retroactive to October 1, 2021, with waiver of penalties (5-0)
• Set September 13, 2022 hearing for ordinance approving military equipment use policy for District Attorney's Office (5-0)
• Continued County Climate Action Plan presentation to August 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Terminated Conservation and Scenic Easement on property at 1412 Lisbon Lane, Pebble Beach (5-0)
• Awarded $1,327,542 contract to Granite Rock Company for Toro Road Embankment Failure project (consent)
• Approved $2,826,243 mental health services agreement with Psynergy Programs, Inc. (consent)
• Approved $1,954,013 budget amendment for Jail Housing Addition Project closeout (consent)
• Approved $4.4 million planning grant application for Chualar Wastewater System Consolidation (removed from agenda)

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

Several Board of Supervisors standing committees will consider a finding to allow continued remote meetings. This action follows recommendations from the Monterey County Health Officer regarding social distancing.

• Finding to continue committee meetings remotely under AB 361

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

This joint meeting includes the Board of Supervisors and several other local agencies. The scheduled matter is a consideration of whether these bodies may continue to meet remotely based on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Finding to allow continued remote meetings for multiple county boards

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will consider the reappointment of Deidre Sullivan to the Board of Directors. The proposed term for this position ends on December 31, 2025.

• Reappointment of Deidre Sullivan to the Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency voted unanimously to reappoint Deidre Sullivan to the Water Resources Agency Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2025. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only this appointment and general public comments.

• Reappointed Deidre Sullivan to the Water Resources Agency Board of Directors, term ending December 31, 2025 (unanimous)

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Health, Housing & Human Services Committee will discuss updates on the opioid epidemic and Medi-Cal expansion outreach. The committee will also consider supporting a research project regarding restrictive covenant modifications under Assembly Bill 1466. Additionally, staff will report on affordable housing development at 845 East Laurel Drive in Salinas.

• Research for a restrictive covenant modification education project
• Affordable housing implementation at 845 East Laurel Drive in Salinas
• Updates regarding the opioid epidemic and community impact
• Medi-Cal expansion outreach efforts and data
• COVID-19 incident housing program occupancy and vacancy data

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is considering several administrative permits for residential projects. These include an accessory dwelling unit reconstruction, a permit extension, and a new single-family residence.

• Demolition of 461 square foot ADU and construction of 510 square foot ADU at 24508 San Mateo Avenue, Carmel
• Three-year permit extension for development at 12 Rancho San Carlos Road, Carmel
• Construction of a single-family dwelling and detached accessory dwelling unit at 26149 Rinconada Drive, Carmel Valley

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Water Resources Agency Board of Directors approved a finding that the COVID-19 state of emergency remains in effect, allowing the board and its subcommittees to continue meeting remotely. They also approved a Notice of Completion for the CSIP Emergency Supplemental Well Replacement Project 2022 and received a report on the 2021 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report.

• Approved finding that COVID-19 state of emergency continues, allowing remote meetings under AB 361 (Board Order #22-46)
• Approved Notice of Completion for CSIP Emergency Supplemental Well Replacement Project 2022 (Board Order #22-47)
• Received 2021 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report (Board Order #22-49)

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will review financial reports and groundwater extraction data. Members will consider a request for the Board of Supervisors to forgive a $950,000 loan related to the Pajaro River flood project. The meeting also includes discussions on regional flood management cost-sharing agreements.

• Request for $950,000 loan forgiveness for Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project
• Cost Share Agreement and MOU not to exceed $193,700 per year for flood management
• Notice of Completion for CSIP Emergency Supplemental Well Replacement Project 2022
• Review of the 2021 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report
• Closed session discussion regarding General Manager appointment

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing an amendment to a professional services agreement with TRC Engineers, Inc. The proposal would increase the budget for construction support at Bradley Road Bridge by $222,008 and extend the contract through December 31, 2024.

• Increase Bradley Road Bridge Scour Repair budget by $222,008
• Extend TRC Engineers, Inc. agreement through December 31, 2024

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will receive a presentation on the WeatherTech® Raceway at Laguna Seca bridge and track repaving project. The meeting also includes reports on the County Parks fee waiver process and the 2015 Strategic Plan implementation. Additionally, the commission will consider appointing a Vice Chair and recognizing former commissioners.

• WeatherTech® Raceway at Laguna Seca bridge and track repaving project presentation
• County Parks fee waiver process report
• 2015 Strategic Plan implementation report
• Appointment of a Parks Commission Vice Chair
• Recognition of former commissioners Joseph Hertlein and Joanna Devers

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided text consists of procedural boilerplate and instructions for participating in the Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting via teleconference. No specific projects, rezonings, or decisions are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved three coastal development permits on August 11, 2022. The first allowed reconstruction and expansion of a single-family dwelling with oak tree removal and slope development. The second approved a new two-story home in Pebble Beach with tree removal. The third approved a retaining wall and drainage improvements in Big Sur as a follow-up to an emergency permit.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for Forrester/Okumoto property (reconstruction, additions, carport, oak removal, slope development)
• Approved Design Approval and Tree Removal Permit for Wood property at 3074 Lopez Road, Pebble Beach (new 2,811 sq ft home, garage, accessory structure, patios, trellis, gate, fence, 1 oak removal)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for Chasnmel at 50257 Highway 1, Big Sur (retaining wall, drainage improvements, slope and habitat permits)

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided agenda text contains only a title and page marker, with no actual agenda items listed. This appears to be a procedural or placeholder document, so there are no decisions or discussions to report.

Capital Improvement Committee

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date with no listed items. The meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2022, but no decisions or discussions are specified.

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee is reviewing reports from federal and state offices to provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. Discussions include federal housing legislation, state budget funding for Nacimiento, and an update on a grant writing pilot project.

• Review of the Housing Access Improvement Act
• Discussion of AB 2234 regarding planning and zoning for housing permits
• State budget funding updates for Nacimiento
• Update on the grant writing services pilot project

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review quarterly financial reports and June 2022 agency financials. The committee is also considering recommendations regarding a regional flood management cost-share agreement and the forgiveness of a $950,000 loan.

• Recommendation to approve a Cost Share Agreement with Watsonville and regional flood agencies
• Recommendation for Board of Supervisors to forgive a $950,000 loan for the Pajaro River project
• Review of June 2022 Financials for all Agency Funds
• Updates on grants, USBR loan refinancing, and homeless encampment cleanup costs

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee will review personnel activities and land use compliance updates. The committee will also consider a finding to allow continued remote meetings due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Finding for continued remote meetings under AB 361
• Update on personnel activities
• Update on Training and Professional Growth Plan
• Update on real property and Agency land appraisals
• Land Use Compliance Activities Update August 2022

Cannabis Committee

The provided agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation. There are no specific cannabis-related items, contracts, or ordinances detailed in this document.

Parks Commission

The August 4, 2022, Parks Commission meeting agenda consists only of procedural items. No specific scheduled matters or department updates are detailed in the provided text.

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate regarding the August 4, 2022, meeting. It outlines instructions for public participation via Zoom and telephone during the COVID-19 state of emergency. No specific agenda items or projects are listed in this document.

The Historic Resources Review Board voted unanimously to recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve a Mills Act Contract for the property at 51410 Partington Ridge, Big Sur (the Donald G. Thompson House). The board also approved the July 7, 2022 meeting minutes with two corrections. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Mills Act Contract for 51410 Partington Ridge, Big Sur (unanimous)
• Approved July 7, 2022 meeting minutes with two corrections (5-0-1, Taluban abstaining)

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning for Monterey County is considering eight administrative permit applications, mostly for residential remodels, additions, and new homes in Pebble Beach, Carmel, Big Sur, and Monterey. The meeting is administrative, but a public hearing may be scheduled if requested in writing by August 2. Staff recommendations are noted but not binding.

• Pebble Beach Company: minor amendment to allow a 56-space parking area on Stevenson Drive and Forest Lake Road
• Levett: 1,362 sq ft second-story addition at 3307 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
• Georis: 3-year extension for a 425 sq ft guesthouse and 200 sq ft workshop at 46304 Pfeiffer Ridge Road, Big Sur
• Anderson Homes: new 5,803 sq ft home with garage and porch at 8220 Manjares Road, Monterey
• Levinson: new 4,389 sq ft home with pool house, removal of 2 protected trees at 60 Chamisal Pass, Carmel

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee met via teleconference on August 3, 2022. The agenda includes a finding to continue holding meetings remotely in response to the COVID-19 state of emergency and health recommendations.

• Adoption of AB 361 Finding to continue remote meetings

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee is reviewing revisions to the Salinas Valley Water Conditions Report and receiving the 2021 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report. The meeting also includes updates on data collection, well permitting processes, and Prop 1 grant progress for drinking water protection.

• Revision of Salinas Valley Water Conditions Report
• 2021 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report
• Prop 1 Grant update for Lower Salinas Valley drinking water supplies
• Updates on well permitting processes and applications

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Water Resources Agency Planning Committee meeting scheduled for August 3, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Monterey County Health, Housing & Human Services Committee on August 1, 2022, was cancelled. The provided document contains only procedural instructions and no agenda items were listed for discussion.

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

This special meeting of the Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee consists of procedural items. The committee will consider a finding to allow continued remote participation based on the state of emergency and health officer recommendations.

• Finding to continue remote meetings under AB 361 and COVID-19 emergency status

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

This document outlines the logistics for the July 28, 2022, Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting. It details how the public can participate via teleconference and submit comments regarding future items.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved two coastal development permits for properties in Carmel. The first allows a garage and sunroom addition at 2989 Lasuen Drive, and the second allows a new single-family home at 3072 Serra Avenue, including removal of four protected oak trees. Both projects were found categorically exempt from CEQA review.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 268 sq ft garage and 100 sq ft sunroom at 2989 Lasuen Drive, Carmel (CEQA Class 1 Exemption)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for new 2,296 sq ft home, 325 sq ft terrace, and 668 sq ft garage at 3072 Serra Avenue, Carmel (CEQA Class 3 Exemption)
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for removal of four protected Coast Live oak trees at 3072 Serra Avenue
• Approved Coastal Administrative Permit for conversion of test well to irrigation well at 3072 Serra Avenue
• Accepted July 14, 2022 meeting minutes

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Dams. Presentations include an overview of Nacimiento Dam low-level outlets and the life cycle of steelhead. The agenda also covers reservoir storage, release schedules, and maintenance activities.

• Update on revised Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Dams
• Overview of the Nacimiento Dam Low Level Outlets
• Presentation on the life cycle of Oncorhynchus mykiss (Steelhead)
• Approval of May 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on reservoir storage and release

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will review presentations regarding the County's decarbonization goals. This includes discussing the Metered Energy Efficiency Transaction Structure (MEETS) for buildings and a proposed Clean Fleet Purchasing Policy.

• Presentation on using MEETS to decarbonize County buildings
• Review of the Draft Clean Fleet Purchasing Policy
• Discussion regarding Advanced Clean Fleet Regulation requirements

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss the Development Set-Aside (DSA) funding structure and provide direction to staff. The meeting includes ARPA Economic Recovery project updates from three local organizations. Members will also review economic development accomplishments for FY21-22 Q4.

• Review of Development Set-Aside (DSA) funding structure
• ARPA Economic Recovery project updates from MCCVB, MCBC, and MCVGA
• Report on FY21-22 Q4 economic development accomplishments
• Approval of May 12, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2022 committee meeting calendar

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text consists of procedural boilerplate for the July 27, 2022, meeting. It outlines instructions for teleconference participation via Zoom or telephone and details how the public may submit comments. No specific project items, ordinances, or decisions are listed in this portion of the agenda.

• No specific projects, contracts, or rezonings are listed in the provided text.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved all four public hearing items on the agenda, including a large single-family dwelling in Carmel, a lot line adjustment, and two other residential projects. The commission also voted to continue meeting remotely under AB 361 due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. All votes were unanimous (10-0).

• Approved AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings (10-0)
• Approved PLN210312 - Risdel Inc. 19,480 sq ft dwelling with modifications (10-0)
• Approved PLN200239 - Kratky Lada lot line adjustment (10-0)
• Approved PLN210007 - Love David S. & Jayne D Trs dwelling with mitigated negative declaration (10-0)

Budget Committee

The committee is reviewing several budget amendments and personnel reclassifications across various county departments. Key items include funding for new public health staff and a grant application for emergency response training. The meeting also includes receiving departmental status reports.

• $669,112 Health Department budget amendment to add five positions
• $15,000 grant application for Big Sur and Carmel Valley emergency training
• $50,000 increase for the ARPA Wine Signage program
• Reallocation of legal secretary positions in the District Attorney’s office
• Status report on the New Juvenile Hall project

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct closed session discussions regarding employee unit negotiations and performance evaluations for several county officials. The agenda also includes ceremonial resolutions recognizing local business and citizens.

• Negotiations with various employee units
• Performance evaluations for the County Administrative Officer, Public Defender, and County Counsel
• Real property negotiations for Laguna Seca Recreation Area
• Recognition of Mee Memorial Healthcare System as 2021 Business of the Year
• Recognition of John & Karen Jernigan as 2021 Citizen of the Year

The Board approved a $12,198,230 contract with Granite Construction for the WeatherTech Raceway at Laguna Seca Start-Finish Bridge and Racetrack Resurfacing Project, along with advancing $1,634,459 for the sponsorship match to be reimbursed by A&D Narigi Consulting. The motion carried 4-1, with Supervisor Root Askew voting no. The Board also adopted resolutions to place the Childcare Initiative on the November 8, 2022 ballot and to endorse the initiative, and directed staff to prepare an ordinance to retroactively reduce commercial cannabis cultivation tax rates for FY 21-22 quarters 2-4.

• Approved $12,198,230 contract to Granite Construction for Laguna Seca bridge and track resurfacing (4-1)
• Authorized advancing $1,634,459 sponsorship match to A&D Narigi, to be reimbursed by Dec 31, 2023 (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 22-272 calling election on Childcare Initiative and consolidating with Nov 8, 2022 election (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-273 endorsing Safe, Affordable, Quality Child Care in Monterey County Act (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare ordinance reducing cannabis cultivation tax rates retroactively for FY 21-22 quarters 2-4 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5381 establishing $1,000 civil penalty for illegal camping on Highway 1 right-of-way (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5382 prohibiting weekday parking on Madison Lane (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 22-60, including multiple contracts and resolutions (5-0)

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

This joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors standing committees will consider a finding regarding the COVID-19 state of emergency. The item addresses whether committees may continue meeting remotely pursuant to AB 361.

• Finding to allow standing committees to continue meeting remotely

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

The Board of Supervisors and several local boards are meeting to consider a finding that allows for continued remote meetings. This action is based on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District Board of Directors will hold a public hearing regarding delinquent sanitation fees. The board will consider protests and vote on a resolution to confirm these fees as special assessments against 57 parcels. This includes $29,645.30 in fees plus $3,420 in processing costs.

• Public hearing for delinquent sanitation fees on 57 parcels
• Resolution to authorize $33,065.30 in total assessments and fees

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors will meet on July 26, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss a liability claim involving Adrian Mendoza and the appointment of a new General Manager.

• Closed session regarding a liability claim against the agency (Adrian Mendoza)
• Closed session regarding the appointment of the Water Resources Agency General Manager

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency met and held a closed session to discuss a liability claim and the appointment of a General Manager. No reportable actions were taken on the liability claim item, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Closed session held to confer on liability claim (Adrian Mendoza) - no reportable action
• Closed session held to confer on General Manager appointment - no reportable action

Parks Commission

The Monterey County Parks Commission is holding a special meeting via teleconference with a limited agenda. The commission will consider an AB 361 Report to determine if the COVID-19 state of emergency justifies continuing remote meetings.

• AB 361 Report regarding remote meeting procedures (Item 22-693)

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee is considering a finding to allow the Basin Management Advisory Committee to continue meeting remotely. The committee will also review minutes from its March 17, 2022, special meeting.

• Finding regarding remote meetings under AB 361
• Approval of March 17, 2022, special meeting minutes

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee will review several water infrastructure projects. The committee will receive updates regarding the Pajaro River Levee Project, Nacimiento and San Antonio Dam maintenance, and the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project.

• Update on Pajaro River Levee Project, including Prop 218 ballot approval and cost share agreement
• Update on Nacimiento Dam and San Antonio Dam maintenance activities
• Update on Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project and well construction
• Approval of March 17, 2022, action minutes

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is reviewing several coastal administrative permits for residential construction and modifications. These items include new single-family dwellings, accessory dwelling units, and a drainage project extension.

• 6,000 square foot home and ADU construction at 1066 Spyglass Woods Drive
• 2,350 square foot dwelling amendment at 3128 Serra Avenue
• 1,159 square foot accessory dwelling unit at 22 Poppy Lane
• Pool house and garage construction at 1418 Riata Road
• Three-year permit extension for Las Lomas Drainage Project

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission is considering an action item to allow for continued remote meetings. This involves a finding that the COVID-19 state of emergency remains in effect.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Commission will review action minutes from June 2022 meetings. Presentations are scheduled regarding equal opportunity plans for Human Resources, Public Works, Facilities and Parks, and the Water Resources Agency. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Restrictive Covenant Project.

• Approval of June 15, 2022, special and regular meeting action minutes
• Presentation on Restrictive Covenant Project
• Human Resources Department Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Public Works, Facilities and Parks Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Water Resources Agency Equal Opportunity Plan presentation

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet in closed session to confer with counsel regarding various lawsuits and potential new litigation. They will also provide direction to negotiators representing several employee units. Additionally, the Board will consider ceremonial resolutions for retiring staff.

• Closed session discussions regarding existing litigation and worker's compensation appeals
• Direction to negotiators for multiple employee units
• Recruitment/appointment for the Agricultural Commissioner position
• Resolution honoring Sergeant Jennifer West upon her retirement
• Resolution honoring Emma Rayas upon her retirement

The Board of Supervisors unanimously directed the creation of a patient-centered, unified, and sustainable Monterey County Health System, forming the Monterey County Unified Planning Committee (MCUP) and appointing Supervisors Lopez and Root Askew to an Ad Hoc Committee. The Board also approved responses to the Civil Grand Jury report, adopted resolutions honoring retirees, and approved numerous consent calendar items including contracts and agreements.

• Directed creation of unified Monterey County Health System and formed MCUP (5-0)
• Approved response to Civil Grand Jury report on cannabis, COVID-19, and public safety (5-0)
• Adopted resolution naming Natividad Building 400 the Barbara Shipnuck Professional Center (5-0)
• Approved $15.5M radiology services contract with Radiology Medical Group (consent)
• Approved $2.35M mental health services agreement with Lakemary Center (consent)
• Approved $446,760 mental health services agreement with New Horizon II (consent)
• Reappointed Lamont Adams and Julia Belliard, appointed Marc Zacovic to Workforce Development Board (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 20-48, excluding duplicate item 45.1 (5-0)

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will consider amendments to engineering contracts for dam repair projects. The agenda also includes a notice of completion for the San Antonio Dam spillway project and an update on the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project.

• Amendment No. 7 to Hollenbeck Consulting agreement for an additional $42,500
• Amendment No. 1 to GEI Consultants, Inc. agreement for $89,940
• Notice of Completion for the 2017 San Antonio Dam Spillway Emergency Repair Project
• Update on Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project operations

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting resolutions for numerous County Service Areas (CSAs) for fiscal year 2022-23. These items certify compliance with state law regarding taxes, assessments, and property-related fees.

• Adoption of resolutions for CSAs 1, 9, 15, 19, 20, 23, 24, 26, 30, 31, 32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 41, 44, 45, 47, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 62, 66, 68, 72, and 75
• Certification of compliance with State law for taxes, assessments, and property-related fees
• Authorization for the Auditor-Controller to enter charges against parcels for FY 2022-23

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided document contains only procedural instructions and public participation guidelines for the Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting. No specific projects, rezonings, or contracts are listed in this text.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved three residential projects in Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Big Sur, each with CEQA categorical exemptions. All decisions were made as scheduled with no public comments or agenda changes.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 1,635 sq ft addition at 24331 San Pedro Lane, Carmel (Class 1 CEQA exemption)
• Approved Design Approval for new 2,913 sq ft home at 26280 Rinconada Drive, Carmel Valley (Class 3 CEQA exemption)
• Approved after-the-fact Combined Development Permit for 1,490 sq ft home and 390 sq ft art studio at 46190 Clear Ridge Road, Big Sur (Class 3 CEQA exemption)

Housing Advisory Committee

The meeting focuses on procedural matters for the Housing Advisory Committee. The committee will elect a new Vice-Chair and approve minutes from several 2022 meetings. Members will also consider findings necessary to continue holding meetings via teleconference.

• Election of a Vice-Chair
• Approval of meeting minutes from March, April, and June 2022
• Consideration of remote meeting protocols under AB 361

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided document contains only procedural instructions and participation details for the Monterey County Planning Commission meeting. No specific project applications, rezonings, or ordinances were included in the text.

The Monterey County Planning Commission voted to continue the Ferrini Ranch subdivision hearing to August 24, 2022, to allow staff more time to analyze groundwater concerns under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act. The commission also directed staff to revise its Rules for Transaction of Business and accepted an update on short-term rental enforcement. The May 25, 2022 meeting minutes were approved.

• Continued Ferrini Ranch subdivision hearing to August 24, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved May 25, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Directed staff to edit Planning Commission Rules and return for discussion (8-0)
• Accepted update on short-term rental enforcement

Boronda County Sanitation District

The Boronda County Sanitation District will meet to consider a resolution approving the budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and agenda corrections.

• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct closed session discussions regarding real property negotiations for 1326 Natividad Rd. Unit A-5 and existing litigation. The public agenda includes ceremonial resolutions and several reappointments to the Emergency Medical Care Committee.

• Real property negotiations for 1326 Nativdad Rd. Unit A-5
• Litigation discussion regarding Mary Ishak v. County of Monterey, et al.
• Performance evaluation for the Natividad Medical Center CEO
• Reappointment of Jim Langborg to the Emergency Medical Care Committee
• Resolution honoring Diane Johnson's retirement from the Sheriff’s Office

The Board denied an appeal by Fred and Gail Krupica of the Zoning Administrator's approval of the Huff application, allowing construction of a 3,951 sq ft single-family dwelling with attached garage at 1125 Spyglass Woods Drive. The Board also approved the consent calendar, including a $7.5M dry period loan to the Monterey County Regional Fire District, and directed staff to return with cannabis tax payment plan solutions. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Denied appeal by Fred and Gail Krupica of Huff application (PLN210231) (5-0)
• Approved Coastal Administrative Permit for 3,951 sq ft home at 1125 Spyglass Woods Drive (5-0)
• Approved $7.5M dry period loan to Monterey County Regional Fire District (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 dry period loan to Resource Conservation District (5-0)
• Directed staff to return July 26 with cannabis tax payment plan solutions (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 41-83, excluding item 62 and removed item 72.1 (5-0)
• Approved and accepted signatures for childcare initiative, directed staff to return July 26 (5-0)
• Continued Farmworker Resource Center status update to a date not yet set (5-0)

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors is considering a resolution to increase the district's FY 2021-22 budget by $247,908. The agenda also includes setting a public hearing for July 26, 2022, regarding the Report of 2021 Delinquent Fees. Additionally, the Board will provide direction on whether a $30,091 cannabis tax appropriation should be treated as a loan.

• Resolution to increase FY 2021-22 budget appropriations by $247,908
• Public hearing set for July 26, 2022, regarding the Report of 2021 Delinquent Fees
• Direction on whether a $30,091 cannabis tax appropriation should be treated as a loan

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

The MoCo Board of Supervisors and MoCo Water Resources Agency BOS are meeting to consider the adoption of the 2022 Monterey County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan includes Volume 1 for area-wide elements and Volume 2 for the Unincorporated County of Monterey and the Water Resources Agency.

• Adoption of the 2022 Monterey County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

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

The joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors standing committees will consider a finding regarding the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency. This item addresses whether committees may continue to meet remotely based on recommendations from the County Health Officer and Governor Newsom's declaration.

• Finding for committees to continue remote meetings during the COVID-19 state of emergency

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

The Board of Supervisors and several associated boards will consider a finding to continue meeting remotely. This action follows the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations for social distancing.

• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Supervisors is meeting to review a contract amendment. The item proposes extending the term and increasing the compensation for General Manager Brent Buche.

• Amendment No. 2 to Brent Buche's employment agreement to extend term and increase compensation

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency unanimously approved Amendment No. 2 to the employment agreement with General Manager Brent Buche, extending his term and increasing his compensation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only this consent item and adjourned.

• Approved Amendment No. 2 to GM Brent Buche's employment agreement, extending term and increasing compensation (5-0)

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Monterey County Health, Housing & Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for July 11, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will review several project status reports and administrative items. This includes updates on the New Juvenile Hall, sanitation system transfers, and job order contracting. The committee will also consider supporting a name change for a building at Natividad Medical Center.

• Support naming Building 400 of Natividad Medical Center the Barbara Shipnuck Professional Center
• Status report on New Juvenile Hall, Project 8811
• Status report regarding sale/transfer of County Sanitation Systems
• Quarterly report on Job Order Contracting from Natividad Medical Center
• Status report on Public Works Job Order Contract Program

Legislative Committee

The committee will review reports from various state and federal legislative offices. Members will consider recommendations for the Board of Supervisors regarding topics such as the state budget, gun safety legislation, and post-Roe v. Wade actions. The meeting also includes an update on a grant writing services pilot project.

• Review of state budget bills including SB 154 and AB 205
• Discussion of gun safety legislation and post-Roe v. Wade actions
• Update on the grant writing services pilot project
• Consideration of federal appropriations and PILT payments

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided text consists of procedural information and public participation instructions for the Monterey County Historic Resources Review Board. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed in this portion of the agenda.

The board approved continuing electronic meetings for 30 days under AB361 due to COVID-19. It also approved minutes from June 2 and June 16, 2022. No other formal decisions were made; the Signal Hill project was only discussed.

• Approved remote meetings for 30 days under AB361 (4-0)
• Approved June 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 16, 2022 special meeting minutes (4-0)

Cannabis Committee

The Monterey County Cannabis Committee will review updates on cultivation square footage and business permits. Members will also consider amendments to the county code regarding proof of cultivation requirements and the Outdoor Cannabis Pilot Program's sunset date. Additionally, the committee will receive a report on cannabis tax revenue allocations.

• Amendments to Monterey County Code Titles 20.69 and 21.69
• Sunset date for the Outdoor Cannabis Pilot Program
• Update on cultivation square footage and business permits
• Report on commercial cannabis tax revenue allocations

The committee received updates on cannabis cultivation square footage, permits, and tax revenue allocations, and discussed potential amendments to county code regarding proof of cultivation prior to 2016 and the Outdoor Cannabis Pilot Program sunset date. No formal votes were recorded; the committee provided direction for staff to present recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved action minutes from May 5, 2022
• Received Cannabis Program memorandum on cultivation square footage and permits
• Discussed amendment to remove pre-2016 cultivation proof requirement
• Discussed sunset date for Outdoor Cannabis Pilot Program
• Directed staff to present recommendations to Board of Supervisors
• Received memorandum on cannabis tax revenue allocations

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Committee will review updates regarding state well standards, data collection activities, and model development. The meeting also includes a status update on the Prop 1 Grant for protecting domestic drinking water supplies in the Lower Salinas Valley.

• Approval of April 6, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on State Well Standards
• Prop 1 Grant update for Lower Salinas Valley drinking water protection
• Update on well permit applications
• Update on data collection activities

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from the April 6, 2022, session. The committee will also consider findings necessary to continue conducting meetings remotely under current health recommendations.

• Approval of April 6, 2022, Special Meeting minutes
• Finding to continue remote meetings pursuant to AB 361 and COVID-19 emergency protocols

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The committee will review an update regarding the Salinas River Habitat Conservation Plan Phase 2 schedule. Members will also receive an update on Strategic Plan goals and provide direction to staff.

• Approval of June 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Salinas River-HCP Phase 2 Schedule update
• Strategic Plan Goals and Strategies update

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

This meeting agenda is entirely procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. The document provides only the meeting header and page marker, indicating the substantive agenda was not included or the meeting was cancelled.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The committee will consider contract amendments for engineering services related to the Nacimiento Dam spillway repair. Members will also review agency financial reports from April and May 2022. Staff will provide updates on grants, loans, and homeless encampment cleanup costs.

• GEI Consultants, Inc. amendment for $89,940 regarding Nacimiento Dam repairs
• Hollenbeck Consulting amendment for $42,500 regarding dam repair services
• Review of April and May 2022 financial status for Agency Funds
• Update on homeless encampment cleanup costs

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for July 1, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided in the notice.

• Meeting cancellation

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The provided document contains only procedural instructions for the June 30, 2022, Zoning Administrator meeting. It details how residents can participate via Zoom or telephone and how to submit written comments. No specific projects, rezonings, or ordinances are listed in this text.

• No substantive agenda items are present in the provided text.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved a design permit for a new 3,355-square-foot single-family dwelling with an attached 955-square-foot garage at 204 Estrella Doro in Monterey. The project was found categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303. The minutes also accepted the April 28 and June 9, 2022 meeting minutes with non-substantive corrections.

• Approved Design Approval for new 3,355 sq ft dwelling and 955 sq ft garage at 204 Estrella Doro
• Found project categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303
• Accepted April 28, 2022 and June 9, 2022 meeting minutes with non-substantive corrections

Budget Committee

This meeting agenda for the Monterey County Budget Committee on June 29, 2022, contains only the title and a page marker, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive content to summarize.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text for the Monterey County Planning Commission meeting consists entirely of procedural boilerplate and public participation instructions. No specific projects, rezonings, or official actions are listed in this portion of the document.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a 76-unit apartment development at Citation Court, Monterey, with a modified tree replacement ratio. It also approved amendments to the Paraiso Springs Resort permit, the Caltrans Highway 156 roundabouts project, and the All Saints Parish outdoor facilities renovation. The commission continued the Risdel Inc. single-family dwelling hearing to July 27, 2022, and approved the April 27, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved 76-unit apartment project at Citation Ct. (8-0)
• Approved PLN150669-AMD1 to remove conservation easement condition (5-2)
• Approved All Saints Parish outdoor facilities renovation (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Paraiso Springs Resort permit amendment (7-0)
• Approved Caltrans Highway 156 roundabouts project (8-0)
• Continued Risdel Inc. dwelling hearing to July 27, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved April 27, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0, 3 abstentions)
• Made AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings (8-0)

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to consider several water infrastructure items. Key actions include approving a $137,680 professional services agreement with GEI Consultants for a dam safety inspection at Nacimiento Dam, and a $769,700 change order to Graniterock Company for spillway repair work. The board will also receive updates on the Salinas Valley Integrated Hydrologic Model and consider adopting the 2022 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss potential litigation and the General Manager appointment.

• Approve $137,680 agreement with GEI Consultants for Nacimiento Dam safety inspection
• Approve Change Order No. 9 with Graniterock Company for $769,700 for spillway repair
• Receive update on Salinas Valley Integrated Hydrologic Model
• Recommend adoption of 2022 Monterey County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Closed session on potential litigation and General Manager appointment

Housing Advisory Committee

The provided text contains only procedural instructions and participation details for the June 22, 2022, meeting. No substantive housing items or decisions are listed in this portion of the document.

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will review emissions calculations and strategies related to agriculture and sequestration in unincorporated Monterey County. This review is intended to provide direction to staff on using this data for the County’s community Climate Action Plan.

• Review of agricultural emissions calculations and sequestration strategies
• Direction for staff regarding the use of data in the community Climate Action Plan

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations with several employee units and real property negotiations for the Laguna Seca Recreation Area. The public agenda includes ceremonial resolutions honoring individuals and recognizing mental health awareness month.

• Labor negotiations for various employee units
• Property negotiations for Laguna Seca Recreation Area
• Resolution honoring Donald J. Jacop, Sr.
• Resolution honoring the retirement of Carol Cuellar
• Recognition of Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget for Monterey County, incorporating the recommended budget and modifications from the June 1-2 budget hearings. The Board also approved the Capital Improvement Program Five-Year Plan for fiscal years 2022/23 through 2026/27. In a 4-1 vote, the Board adopted an ordinance removing the prohibition on private ownership or operation of a desalinization facility. The Board also approved a 2.5% base wage increase for Unit Y employees and levied the Emergency Medical Services System Special Tax at $12.00 per service unit for FY 2022-23.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 County Budget (5-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Program Five-Year Plan FY 2022/23-2026/27 (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance removing ban on private desalinization facilities (4-1)
• Approved 2.5% base wage increase for Unit Y employees (5-0)
• Levied EMS System Special Tax at $12.00 per service unit for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 30-101 (5-0)
• Adopted 5 ceremonial resolutions honoring individuals and recognizing months (5-0)
• Approved 13 appointments/reappointments to various boards and committees (5-0)

Boronda County Sanitation District

The Boronda County Sanitation District will meet to consider a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget. The agenda also includes roll call and any proposed agenda corrections.

• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

East Garrison Community Services District

The Board of Directors will meet to consider a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget. The meeting also includes standard procedures such as roll call and potential agenda corrections.

• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District is meeting to review its upcoming fiscal year. The primary item on the agenda is a resolution to approve the 2022-23 budget.

• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey is meeting to review its annual budget. The board will consider a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget.

• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

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

The Successor Housing Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey is meeting to consider its annual budget. The agenda includes a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget.

• Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget (SARDA RES 22-002)

East Garrison Public Financing Authority

The East Garrison Public Financing Authority is meeting to review its upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget.

• Resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board will consider a resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Recommended Budget for the agency. The Board may also enter a closed session to provide direction to labor negotiators regarding the General Manager position.

• Resolution approving the FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations for the General Manager position

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency unanimously approved Resolution No. 22-241, adopting the agency's Fiscal Year 2022-23 Recommended Budget. The vote was 5-0. No public comments were made on the item. The meeting also included a closed session on labor negotiations for the General Manager position, but no reportable actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-241 adopting FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget (5-0)

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Directors meeting scheduled for June 20, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items or discussions were provided in the document.

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided text contains only administrative instructions and public participation guidelines for a special meeting of the Historic Resources Review Board. No specific agenda items, projects, or decisions are listed in this document.

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission is meeting via teleconference. The Commission will consider a finding that the COVID-19 state of emergency remains in effect to allow for continued remote meetings pursuant to AB 361.

• Action item to find that the COVID-19 state of emergency is still in effect to permit remote meetings

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The commission will review 2022 Equal Opportunity plans from the Probation, Information Technology, and Human Resources departments. The agenda also includes introducing new commissioner Crystal Libby and approving minutes from April 20, 2022.

• Introduction of New Commissioner Crystal Libby
• Probation Department 2022 Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Information Technology 2022 Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Human Resources 2022 Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Approval of April 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will provide direction to negotiators for several employee units and discuss legal claims. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the appointment of a County Administrative Officer. Additionally, the Board will consider various ceremonial resolutions.

• Direction to negotiators for multiple employee units
• Discussion on liability claims involving Wesley White
• Appointment for the position of County Administrative Officer
• Resolution recognizing Monterey County Film Commission's 35th Anniversary
• Proclamation of Elder and Vulnerable Dependent Adult Abuse Awareness Month

The Board certified the Environmental Impact Report for the Mid-Valley Shopping Center Design Approval and, in a 3-2 vote, adopted a resolution of intent declaring the center is not a historic resource, directing staff to return with supporting evidence. The Board also authorized a letter of support for a bipartisan gun violence prevention legislative proposal and approved numerous consent calendar items, including contracts and resolutions.

• Certified Environmental Impact Report for Mid-Valley Shopping Center Design Approval (5-0)
• Adopted resolution of intent declaring Mid-Valley Shopping Center not a historic resource (3-2)
• Authorized letter of support for bipartisan gun violence prevention legislative proposal (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 18-55, excluding item 34 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar item 34 (Parenting Connection amendment) (4-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted 8 ceremonial resolutions (5-0)
• Appointed Sandi Austin to Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Received County Communications Program status report and provided direction

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District is considering an amendment to the 2021-22 fiscal year budget. The proposal seeks to increase appropriations by $30,091 to cover rising costs for sewage acceptance and treatment at the City of Watsonville Wastewater Treatment plant.

• Budget amendment to increase appropriations by $30,091 for sewage treatment costs
• Transfer of $30,091 from the General Fund to PCSD Fund 151

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

The Board of Supervisors and several associated boards are considering a finding to continue meeting remotely. This action is based on the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations for social distancing.

• Finding to allow continued remote meetings due to COVID-19

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

A joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors standing committees will consider a finding to continue meeting remotely. This action follows the ongoing COVID-19 state of emergency and health officer recommendations.

• Finding to allow committees to continue meeting remotely

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Monterey County Health, Housing & Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for June 13, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Legislative Committee

The committee will receive reports on federal and state legislative developments, including gun safety and wildfire legislation. Members will also review state budget items and various grant program updates.

• Approval of May 9, 2022, action minutes
• Review of FY2023 federal appropriations requests
• Discussion of state bills including AB 2201 and SB 1148
• Updates on the Active Transportation Program and Proposition 68 grants
• Report on the State Budget Agreement and county budget requests

Capital Improvement Committee

This agenda is minimal and contains only the meeting header with no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation via Zoom or phone. No specific agenda items or topics are listed in this document.

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing advance reports for the June 21, 2022 meeting. This includes an authorization to amend a services agreement with Central Coast Head & Neck Surgeons. The amendment would extend otolaryngology and audiology services at Natividad through June 30, 2024.

• Third Amendment to Professional and Call Coverage Services Agreement (A-13164)
• Extension of otolaryngology and audiology services at Natividad until June 30, 2024
• Addition of $1,500,000 to the agreement for a total not to exceed $6,000,000

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

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

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved two single-family home replacement projects in Pebble Beach, each with CEQA categorical exemptions, and continued a hearing for a new home in Salinas to June 30, 2022. The meeting also accepted the minutes from May 12 and May 26, 2022.

• Approved Design Approval for demolition and replacement of a 4,346 sq ft home at 3028 Cormorant Road, Pebble Beach (PLN210092)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for demolition and replacement of a 7,068 sq ft home at 1272 Padre Lane, Pebble Beach, including slope development (PLN210060)
• Continued hearing for a new 3,335 sq ft home at 204 Estrella Doro, Salinas to June 30, 2022 (PLN220018)
• Accepted May 12 and May 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will review presentations on the BetterUp Coaching Pilot Program and upcoming webinars for the Assist to Own Down Payment Assistant Program. The committee will also receive an update regarding HR outreach tools, social media, and website updates.

• Approval of January 28, 2022, action minutes
• Presentation on BetterUp Coaching Pilot Program
• Presentation on Assist to Own Down Payment Assistant Program webinars
• Update on HR outreach tools and website updates

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text contains only procedural information and participation instructions for the Monterey County Planning Commission. No specific agenda items or projects are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a combined development permit for a two-story single-family dwelling at 4123 Sunset Lane, Pebble Beach, with removal of 3 Coast Live Oak, 3 Monterey Pine (all landmark), and 2 Monterey Cypress trees, finding it categorically exempt under CEQA Section 15303. The commission also continued hearings for a 76-unit apartment project on Citation Court and the Caltrans State Route 156 roundabouts project to June 29, 2022, and made AB 361 findings to continue remote meetings. The Spyglass Hill Road item was trailed to the end of the hearing for additional ESHA language.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 4123 Sunset Lane, Pebble Beach (9-0)
• Continued PLN210180 (76-unit apartment project, Citation Ct.) to June 29, 2022 (9-0)
• Continued PLN200118 (SR 156 roundabouts, Castroville) to June 29, 2022 (9-0)
• Made AB 361 findings to continue remote meetings (9-0)
• Trailed PLN210192 (1152 Spyglass Hill Rd) to end of hearing for ESHA language

Equal Opportunity Committee

The Equal Opportunity Committee will meet via teleconference to approve action minutes from a March 2022 special meeting. Additionally, the committee will receive updates from Civil Rights Office staff regarding commissions, training programs, and upcoming projects.

• Approval of Draft Action Minutes for the March 18, 2022, Special Meeting
• Updates on EOCRAC and COD commissions
• Reports on Harassment and Discrimination (HDP) and Civil Rights Training (CRT)
• Information on Employee Resource Groups and the Equal Opportunity Plan

Board of Supervisors

The Board will provide direction to negotiators for all employee units and confer regarding the appointment of a County Administrative Officer. The meeting also includes committee appointments and ceremonial resolutions.

• Direction to negotiators for all employee units
• Appointment of a County Administrative Officer
• Reappointment to the Historic Resources Review Board
• Appointment to the Housing Advisory Committee
• FY21-22 Q1-Q3 results presentation from Arts Council and Film Commission

The Board voted 3-1 (with one abstention) to introduce an ordinance removing the county's prohibition on private ownership or operation of desalination facilities, setting a June 21, 2022 hearing for adoption. The Board also approved a $3.38 million homeless housing grant application, a revised Caltrans freeway agreement for Highway 156, and a military equipment use policy for the Sheriff's Office (3-2).

• Introduced ordinance to remove desalination facility ownership prohibition (3-1, Alejo abstained)
• Approved $3,381,924 homeless housing grant application (5-0)
• Approved revised Caltrans freeway agreement for Highway 156 West Corridor (5-0)
• Adopted military equipment use policy for Sheriff's Office (3-2)
• Approved consent calendar items 17-66, excluding item 48 (5-0)
• Approved consent item 48 (military equipment policy) (3-2)
• Reappointed Kellie D. Dunnet Morgantini to Historic Resources Review Board (5-0)
• Appointed Cary L. Swensen to Housing Advisory Committee (5-0)

Health, Housing & Human Services Committee

The Monterey County Health, Housing & Human Services Committee meeting scheduled for June 6, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Water Resources Agency Finance Committee meeting scheduled for June 3, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for June 3, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Parks Commission

The commission will review the 2021 Annual Report for the Board of Supervisors and discuss future meeting schedules. Members will also receive a presentation on the Big Sur Land Trust Conservation Grazing Program at Marks Ranch. Staff updates include progress on playground installations and track resurfacing projects.

• Presentation on Big Sur Land Trust Conservation Grazing Program at Marks Ranch
• Resolution proclaiming July 2022 as Parks and Recreation Month
• Review of the 2021 Annual Report to the Board of Supervisors
• Discussion on meeting frequency and start times
• Update on NCYRA Playground Installation at Manzanita Park

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors is holding public hearings to consider the Fiscal Year 2022-23 recommended budget. The meeting includes proposals to adopt assessment charges with a 5.2% cost of living adjustment (COLA) across several zones.

• 5.2% COLA increase for Flood Zones 1, 1A, 8, 9, 12, and 17 assessments
• 5.2% COLA increase for Zone 2C (Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams) assessments
• 5.2% COLA increase for Zones 2B, 2Y, and 2Z assessment rates
• Adoption of the FY 2022-23 recommended budget

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency held public hearings and unanimously approved resolutions adopting Fiscal Year 2022-23 assessment charges with a 5.2% cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase for multiple flood zones and water project zones. They also adopted a resolution of intent approving the agency's FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget, directing staff to return for final adoption. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Resolutions 22-185, 22-186, 22-187 approving 5.2% COLA assessment increases for Flood Zones 1, 1A, 8, 9, 12, and 17 (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-188 approving 5.2% COLA increase for Zone 2C Administration and Operations and Maintenance of Nacimiento and San Antonio Dams (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 22-189 approving 5.2% COLA increase for Zones 2B, 2Y, 2Z and water delivery/service charges for CSIP, SVRP, and SRDF (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution of Intent approving FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget and directed staff to return for final adoption (all ayes)

Boronda County Sanitation District

The Boronda County Sanitation District is conducting public hearings for the recommended FY 2022-23 budget. The agenda includes items related to Public Works, Facilities, and Parks funds.

• FY 2022-23 budget hearing for Boronda County Sanitation District (Fund 156)
• FY 2022-23 budget hearing for Boronda CSD - Zone 2 - San Jerardo (Fund 157)

East Garrison Community Services District

The Board is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The agenda also includes a consent calendar and opportunities for general public comment.

• FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget public hearings
• Consent Calendar item for Fund 181
• Consent Calendar item for PFP006

East Garrison Public Financing Authority

The East Garrison Public Financing Authority is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended FY 2022-23 budget. The agenda also includes a consent calendar item related to Fund 180 and PFP005.

• FY 2022-23 Budget Public Hearings
• Consent Calendar item for East Garrison Public Financing Authority (Fund 180 and PFP005)

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The district is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended FY 2022-23 budget. This hearing is part of the Monterey County budget process for Public Works, Facilities, and Parks.

• FY 2022-23 recommended budget for Pajaro County Sanitation District (Fund 151)

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

The Successor Housing Agency is conducting public hearings regarding the recommended budget for fiscal year 2022-23. The agenda includes reviews of specific housing set-aside funds.

• FY 2022-23 Budget Public Hearings
• 8547 Castroville/Pajaro Housing Set-Aside (Fund 175)
• 8548 Boronda Housing Set-Aside (Fund 176)

Cannabis Committee

The agenda for the Monterey County Cannabis Committee meeting on June 2, 2022, consists only of standard procedural items. No specific cannabis-related reports or actions are detailed in this document.

Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of Monterey County is conducting public hearings for the 2022-23 fiscal year budget. The board will consider a resolution to approve requested budgets for both the Monterey County Successor Agency and the East Garrison Successor Agency.

• Approval of FY 2022-23 requested budget for Monterey County Successor Agency (Fund 406)
• Approval of FY 2022-23 requested budget for East Garrison Successor Agency (HCD009)

Historic Resources Review Board

The provided document contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation. No specific projects, ordinances, or actions are listed in the text.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings to consider the recommended budget for fiscal year 2022-23. The agenda also includes discussions on commercial cannabis tax rate options and a resolution regarding employee layoff notices. Additionally, the Board will review appropriation limits and departmental budget presentations.

• Public hearing for the FY 2022-23 Recommended Budget
• Resolution authorizing layoff notices to impacted employees effective July 1, 2022
• Consideration of commercial cannabis business tax rate options
• Ordinance to establish a Provisional Cannabis Business Permit
• Resolution regarding the flying of the Rainbow Flag for Pride Month

The Board of Supervisors approved a motion to adopt Option 2 for commercial cannabis business tax rates, directing the Cannabis Program to return with an amendment to County Code Chapter 7.100. The vote was 4-1, with Supervisor Adams dissenting. The Board also adopted the GANN Appropriation Limits for FY 2022-23 (Resolution No. 22-193) and approved consent calendar items, including a provisional cannabis business permit ordinance and a resolution authorizing layoff notices. The budget hearings were continued to June 2, 2022.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5376 establishing Provisional Cannabis Business Permit (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-192 authorizing layoff notices and related actions (unanimous)
• Amended Resolution No. 21-150 to fly Rainbow Flag every June (unanimous)
• Approved commercial cannabis tax Option 2 (4-1, Adams nay)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-193 for FY 2022-23 GANN Appropriation Limits (unanimous)
• Continued budget hearings to June 2, 2022 (unanimous)

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 1, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided for this session.

Housing Advisory Committee

The provided text consists of logistical instructions and public participation guidelines for the Monterey County Housing Advisory Committee. No substantive agenda items or policy decisions are listed in this document.

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will receive an update on the Habitat Conservation Plan. Members will also review Strategic Plan Goals and Strategies to provide direction to staff.

• Habitat Conservation Plan Update
• Update on Strategic Plan Goals and Strategies
• Approval of March 2, 2022, meeting minutes

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

The agenda contains a single scheduled item regarding the authorization of remote meetings. The Board of Supervisors and several other boards are considering a finding to continue meeting via video or telephone due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Finding to permit continued remote meetings

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

The joint meeting of several Board of Supervisors Standing Committees will consider a finding regarding the COVID-19 state of emergency. This item addresses whether committees may continue meeting remotely based on the Governor's declaration and health officer recommendations.

• Finding to allow standing committees to continue meeting remotely

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The committee will review a presentation on using the Metered Energy Efficiency Transaction Structure (MEETS) to achieve County decarbonization goals. Members will also discuss emissions calculations and resource consumption data for use in the community Climate Action Plan.

• Presentation on MEETS for County building decarbonization
• Review of emissions calculations in unincorporated Monterey County
• Direction to staff regarding the community Climate Action Plan

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The committee will receive reports regarding interim reservoir release operations for the San Antonio and Nacimiento Dams. The agenda also includes updates on reservoir storage, release schedules, and maintenance activities.

• Approval of April 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Report on interim reservoir release operations for San Antonio and Nacimiento Dams
• Update on reservoir storage and release
• Update on reservoir operations and maintenance activities
• Discussion regarding lake recreation and the Quagga/Zebra Mussel Plan

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

This document outlines public participation protocols and COVID-19 notices for the Monterey County Zoning Administrator meeting. No specific agenda items, projects, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• No specific agenda items were included in the provided text.

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator approved a combined development permit for a 2,390-square-foot single-family dwelling with garage, basement, and porches at 26055 Toro Road, Salinas, including a use permit for slopes over 25%. The hearing for the demolition and rebuild at 1272 Padre Lane, Pebble Beach, was continued to June 9, 2022. No public comment was received on either item.

• Approved combined development permit for 2,390 sq ft home at 26055 Toro Road (with conditions)
• Continued hearing for demolition/rebuild at 1272 Padre Lane to June 9, 2022

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The provided text for the Monterey County Planning Commission meeting consists of administrative and participation instructions. No specific project items, rezonings, or contracts are listed in this document.

The Monterey County Planning Commission approved a resolution determining that the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) conforms to the 2010 General Plan and Local Coastal Program, and transmitted this determination to the Board of Supervisors. The commission also continued two public hearings (Caltrans roundabouts and 1152 Spyglass Hill Rd) to June 8, 2022, and appointed John Heyl to the Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee. Minutes from three prior meetings were approved.

• Approved FY 2022-23 CIP consistency resolution (8-0-1)
• Continued Caltrans SR 156 roundabouts project to June 8, 2022 (8-0)
• Continued 1152 Spyglass Hill Rd demolition/construction to June 8, 2022 (8-0)
• Appointed John Heyl to Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Approved March 16, 2022 minutes (6-0-2)
• Approved March 30, 2022 minutes (6-0-2)
• Approved April 13, 2022 minutes (6-0-2)
• Made AB 361 finding to continue remote meetings (8-0)

Budget Committee

The committee will review the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and consider several budget amendments. Items include a funding plan for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program and transfers to fund health programs. The meeting also includes discussions on salary range adjustments for certain classifications.

• $3,381,924.17 funding plan for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program
• Budget transfers to fund Bright Beginnings and Children's Medical Services programs
• Salary range adjustments for Assistant Director of Health Services and Licensed Vocational Nurses
• Reallocation of ARPA Revenue Loss funds to Facility Services and Utilities
• Review of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Recommended Budget

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss directions for employee negotiations and consult on several legal cases in closed session. The public agenda includes ceremonial resolutions to honor retiring employees and recognize heritage months.

• Direction to negotiators for various employee units
• Consultation regarding litigation, including Tim Taylor v. County of Monterey
• Discussion regarding the appointment of a County Administrative Officer
• Resolution proclaiming May 2022 as AAPI Heritage Month
• Resolutions honoring retiring employees Glorietta Rowland and Diana Valenzuela

The Board approved a $8.39 million contract for the Bradley Road Bridge project and a $2.25 million contract for the Hartnell Road Bridge, both awarded to the lowest responsible bidders. They also authorized a $37.5 million bond issuance for Carmel Valley Manor, approved a $25,000 annual contribution for three years to a broadband JPA, and introduced ordinances on military equipment use and nighttime noise. A motion to select Option 3 for the Fort Ord habitat plan failed, but Option 2 was approved 4-1.

• Approved $8.39M Bradley Road Bridge contract to Papich Construction (5-0)
• Approved $2.25M Hartnell Road Bridge contract to Anderson Pacific (3-2)
• Approved $37.5M tax-exempt bond issuance for Carmel Valley Manor (5-0)
• Approved $25,000/year for 3 years for Salinas Valley Five Agencies JPA (5-0)
• Introduced military equipment use policy ordinance for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Introduced nighttime noise ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved Option 2 for Fort Ord habitat plan, including biological surveys (4-1)
• Approved 2022-2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan (5-0)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will review personnel policy amendments and previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes a proposal to adjust the salary range for the General Manager classification. Additionally, the Board will consider approving minutes from meetings held in December 2021 and May 2022.

• Resolution to adjust the base wage salary range for the General Manager classification
• Direction to update personnel changes in the Advantage HRM system
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 9, 2021, December 10, 2021, and May 17, 2022

The board unanimously approved a consent calendar with two items: a resolution adjusting the base wage salary range for the General Manager-Water Resources Agency classification, effective May 21, 2022, and approval of draft meeting minutes from three prior dates. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-184 adjusting General Manager-Water Resources Agency salary range (5-0)
• Approved draft minutes for Dec 9-10, 2021 and May 17, 2022 meetings (5-0)

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee on May 19, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Board of Supervisors

The meeting is an annual leadership retreat for the Board of Supervisors, elected officials, and department heads. The agenda includes discussions on 'The Future of Work' and family-friendly business practices. Participants will also explore potential solutions and create a roadmap for the county's role going forward.

• Discussion on 'The Future of Work: Challenges and Opportunities'
• Presentation on Family Friendly Business Practices
• Guest speaker Allen Berg
• Development of a roadmap for the County's role

The Board of Supervisors convened for its annual leadership retreat, featuring presentations and interactive sessions on workforce trends, family-friendly business practices, and strategic planning. No formal votes or substantive decisions were taken during the meeting; it was informational and developmental in nature.

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The commission will consider a finding to continue meeting via teleconference in response to the state of emergency and health officer recommendations. The agenda also includes presentations on equal opportunity plans for the Probation and Information Technology departments.

• Vote on continuing remote meetings pursuant to AB 361
• Introduction of New Commissioner Crystal Libby
• Discussion of Departmental Equal Opportunity Plan Review Form
• Probation Department Equal Opportunity Plan presentation
• Information Technology Equal Opportunity Plan presentation