Seaside public meetings in 2022

General

City staff will present an update on the Seaside Municipal Water System during a webinar. The presentation includes a review of water supply sources and the status of planning for a reliable backup drinking water source.

• Status update on the Seaside Municipal Water System
• Review of current water supply sources
• Update on planning for a backup drinking water source

Traffic Advisory Committee

The December 20, 2022, meeting of the Seaside Traffic Advisory Committee has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 17, 2023.

General

The Community Social Service Grant Review Committee is meeting to review grant scores and rankings. The committee will also work on finalizing recommendations for the City Council.

• Review of scores and ranking
• Finalizing council recommendations

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will meet to certify the November 8, 2022, municipal election results and appoint new leadership. This includes appointing Ian N. Oglesby as Mayor and Rita Burks and Alex Miller to the City Council. The council will also approve annual committee appointments for 2023.

• Certification of November 8, 2022, municipal election results
• Appointment of Ian N. Oglesby as Mayor
• Appointment of Rita Burks and Alex Miller to City Council
• Approval of 2023 local committee appointments
• Oath of office for new Mayor and Council members

Planning Commission

The Commission will review landscaping and lighting plans for a 330-room hotel construction at 1 McClure Way. Additionally, the body will consider a use permit for exterior stairways and a deck projecting into setbacks at 1442 Wanda Avenue.

• Design review of landscaping and lighting for a 330-room Grand Hyatt Hotel
• Use permit request for exterior stairways and a deck at 1442 Wanda Avenue
• Approval of October 26, 2022, meeting minutes

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors will review the November 2022 operations report and approve past expenditure reports. The agenda also includes a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings.

• Approval of June 2022 expenditures ($543,343.92)
• Approval of September 2022 expenditures ($117,318.82)
• Approval of October 2022 expenditures ($65,893.46)
• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Receipt of November 2022 operations report

General

The Environmental Commission will conduct an election to nominate and vote for a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 9 and September 13, 2022, meetings.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of August 9, 2022 minutes
• Approval of September 13, 2022 minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on the Tree Program and the Parks Master Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding issues at Cutino Park.

• Presentation from Lacey Raak
• Update on the status of the Tree Program
• Update on the status of the Parks Master Plan
• Discussion of issues at Cutino Park
• Proposed changes to January and February 2023 meeting schedules due to holidays

General

The Community Social Service Grant Review Committee will receive presentations from grant applicants. Follow-up meetings are scheduled for December 12 and December 19, 2022, to discuss proposals and finalize recommendations.

• Presentations from CSS Grant Applicants

Seaside County Sanitation District

This special meeting includes procedural items such as approving minutes from the November 9, 2022, meeting. The Board also intends to adopt a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings and recognize Jon Wizard for his participation as a board member.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approval of November 9, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Recognition of Jon Wizard's participation as a board member

General

The Community Social Service Grant Review Committee will introduce Ad Hoc Committee members. The meeting also includes a review of grant RFP criteria and the approval of disqualifications.

• Introduction of Ad Hoc Committee Members
• Review of Community Social Services Grant RFP Criteria
• Review and approval of disqualifications

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will discuss the House of the Month nomination process and sidewalk improvements. The commission will also consider a resolution regarding property conditions at 1673 Flores Street.

• Resolution declaring exterior conditions at 1673 Flores Street a public nuisance
• Discussion of House of the Month nomination process
• Update on sidewalk improvements

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council will review ordinances for special taxes and new parking limits at certain city parks. The agenda also includes infrastructure projects and the establishment of a $3,000,000 post-employment benefits trust.

• Ordinance levying special taxes in Community Facilities District No. 2022-1
• Implementation of Senate Bill 9 for duplexes and urban lot splits
• $58,640.00 contract for Ord Terrace Elementary School traffic safety improvements
• Establishment of a post-employment benefits trust with a $3,000,000 initial investment
• Four-hour parking time limits at certain city park lots

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council and Successor Agency are meeting to consider a property purchase. The agenda includes a proposal to acquire 1271 Canyon Del Rey for $1,590,000.00 plus closing costs.

• Acquisition of 1271 Canyon Del Rey for $1,590,000.00 and closing costs
• Authorization for City Manager to complete the transaction
• Direction for Finance Director to make budget amendments

Seaside County Sanitation District

The regular meeting of the Seaside County Sanitation District scheduled for November 29, 2022, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for December 13, 2022, at Seaside City Hall.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

This special meeting consists of procedural items and a strategic planning study session. No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed on this agenda.

• Strategic planning session

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding short-term rentals and updated California building codes. The council also plans to hold a public hearing on forming a Community Facilities District to fund public services through special taxes. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of city checks and various fee waiver requests.

• Ordinance amending short-term rental program rules
• Adoption of 2022 California building, fire, and energy codes
• Formation of Community Facilities District No. 2022-1 to levy special taxes
• City Attorney salary increase to $228,096.00 plus cost of living adjustment
• Establishment of a four-hour parking limit at certain city parks

Traffic Advisory Committee

The November 15, 2022, meeting of the Seaside Traffic Advisory Committee has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is December 20, 2022.

Homeless Commission

The Seaside Homeless Commission is meeting to discuss several support initiatives for the city's homeless population. The commission will consider extending the proposal process for food insecurity programs and planning a community listening session. Members will also review allocating up to $5,000 for student supplies and another $5,000 for holiday donations.

• Extension of the request for proposals process for food insecurity programs
• Planning a community listening session on homelessness in Seaside
• Allocation of up to $5,000 for backpacks, school supplies, and clothing
• Allocation of up to $5,000 from the 2022/2023 budget for holiday donations

The commission approved $5,000 in holiday donation funds for six local agencies and accepted a late application for food insecurity funding. The RFP process for food insecurity programs was reopened until January 13, 2023. Other items regarding student supplies and community listening sessions were tabled until January.

• Approved minutes from September 27, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved a late application for food insecurity donation funds (4-0)
• Approved reopening the food insecurity RFP until January 13, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 in donation funds for six discussed agencies for holiday support (4-0)
• Tabled community listening session plans and formed a subcommittee (4-0)
• Tabled allocation of up to $5,000 for student backpacks and supplies until January (4-0)

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors will hold a special virtual meeting to review the October 2022 operations report. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the October 11, 2022, regular meeting and adopting a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approval of October 11, 2022, meeting minutes
• Receipt of October 2022 operations report

Seaside County Sanitation District

The regular meeting of the Seaside County Sanitation District scheduled for November 8, 2022, has been canceled. No agenda items were provided for this date.

Art and History Commission

The Art and History Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 11, 2022. The commission also plans to select and approve a finalist for the Fire Station Mural RFP applicants.

• Selection and approval of Fire Station Mural RFP finalists
• Approval of October 11, 2022, meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a study session on the city's tree program. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 17, 2022, and reports from parks and recreation staff.

• Study session on tree program
• Approval of October 17, 2022, minutes

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The council will hold first readings for ordinances regarding short-term rentals and updated building codes. The agenda also includes professional service agreements for fire station projects and hotel development reviews. Additionally, the council will review updates on the Capital Improvement Program and quarterly finances.

• First reading of an ordinance modifying the Short-term Rental Program
• Professional services agreement with RRM Design Group for Fire Station No. 2 up to $986,404.00
• Resolution regarding Fire Station No. 2 capital expenditures up to $20,993,811.00
• Agreement with CSG Consultants Inc for $70,000.00 for Grand Hyatt Seaside Resort Hotel review
• Budget amendments of $15,000.00 each for police department special revenue funds

The City Council authorized lease purchase financing for emergency and maintenance vehicles and adopted a new traffic calming program. The Council also approved a new bus stop and specific red curb installations while denying another red curb request.

• Authorized $1,367,000.00 lease purchase financing for a fire engine and street sweeper (4-0-0-1)
• Approved new traffic calming program to replace 2016 program (4-0-0-1)
• Approved new bus stop at northwest corner of Noche Buena Street and San Pablo Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Approved red curb installation east and west of driveway at 1210-1212 San Pablo Avenue (4-0-0-1)
• Denied red curb for 1538 Hilby Avenue (3-1-0-1)
• Adopted plan for Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Reso #22-136 (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Environmental Services Cooperative Agreement Quarterly Report (4-0-0-1)
• Approved minutes from October 6, 2022 (4-0-0-1)

General

The Seaside Homeless Commission will discuss several funding and program initiatives. The commission plans to consider extending the request for proposals process for food insecurity programs and hosting a community listening session. Additionally, members will review allocating up to $5,000 each for student supplies and holiday donations.

• Discuss reopening and extending the RFP process for food insecurity donation funds
• Plan a community listening session on homelessness in Seaside
• Allocate up to $5,000 for backpacks, school supplies, and clothing
• Allocate up to $5,000 from the 2022/2023 budget for holiday donations

Neighborhood Improvement Commission

The commission will consider a $30,000 request from the Public Works Department for site preparation and equipment at Highland Otis Park. The agenda also includes selecting the November 2022 House of the Month and discussing projects to use unencumbered funds.

• $30,000 request for Highland Otis Park site preparation and equipment
• Selection of November 2022 House of the Month
• Use of unencumbered funds for the 2022-2023 fiscal year
• Presentation by the Art and History Commission

Homeless Commission

The regular meeting of the Community Development Advisory Committee scheduled for October 27, 2022, has been canceled. The date for the next regularly scheduled meeting is currently to be determined.

Community Development Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Seaside Community Development Advisory Committee on October 27, 2022, has been canceled. The date for the next regularly scheduled meeting is currently undetermined.

Water Allocation Committee

The Water Allocation Committee is reviewing a request for 0.101 acre-feet of water. This allocation is intended for a new modular office building to be located at City Hall.

• Request for 0.101 acre-feet of water (WAC 22-03) for a new modular office building at City Hall

Planning Commission

The commission will consider amendments to the municipal code regarding short-term rentals. Additionally, commissioners will review architectural and site plan modifications for a revised hotel design at 2 McClure Way.

• Proposed amendments to Seaside Municipal Code sections 17.52.251 and 17.52.252 regarding short-term rentals
• Architectural review for a revised hotel design at the Seaside Resort Project, 2 McClure Way

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will consider a $1,367,000 lease purchase for a new fire engine and street sweeper. The agenda also includes authorizing an application for $1,158,744 in housing funds and reviewing a new traffic calming program.

• $1,367,000 lease purchase for a fire engine and street sweeper
• $1,158,744 application for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program
• New Traffic Calming Program recommendation
• New bus stop at Noche Buena Street and San Pablo Avenue
• Red curb installations on City Streets

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will review a request from Public Works for $30,000 to fund site preparation and equipment installation at Highland Otis Park. The meeting also includes discussions on touch screen kiosks and the outcome of the September 10 city-wide clean up.

• $30,000 request for Highland Otis Park site preparation and equipment installation
• Report on touch screen kiosks
• Discussion regarding the outcome of the September 10, 2022, city-wide clean up
• Update on San Pablo Pedestrian Bridge assessment
• Update on fund allocation for upcoming projects

General

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss funds allocated for the community garden and plans for the Tree Project. The meeting also includes a status update on the San Pablo Bridge and a tour of Sabado Park and Highland Otis Park.

• Discussion of community garden funds from the Neighborhood Improvement Commission
• Discussion of funding plans for the Tree Project
• Status update on the San Pablo Bridge
• Tour of Sabado Park and Highland Otis Park

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes and receive the September 2022 operations report. The meeting also includes approval for June, July, and August 2022 expenditures.

• Approval of $46,855.97 in June 2022 expenditures
• Approval of $94,474.96 in July 2022 expenditures
• Approval of $895,800.51 in August 2022 expenditures
• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings

General

The Art and History Commission will discuss collaborating on mural projects with the Neighborhood Improvement Commission. The commission is also scheduled to review its 2022/23 work plan and budget.

• Collaboration on mural projects with Neighborhood Improvement Commission
• Review of 2022/23 Work Plan and Budget
• Approval of September 13, 2022 minutes

C-JOBS

The Commission on Jobs, Opportunities and Business in Seaside will introduce Andrew Myrick as the new Economic Development & Community Planning Manager. The commission will also conduct a review of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 work plan.

• Introduction of staff liaison Andrew Myrick
• Review of Fiscal Year 2022-2023 work plan
• Approval of August 8, 2022 minutes

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will hold a public hearing on establishing Community Facilities District No. 2022-1 to finance municipal services through special taxes and bonded indebtedness. The agenda also includes a $3,000 donation request for the Seaside High School Swim Team and an easement for Laguna Grande Park. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions regarding CalPERS cost-sharing and police association agreements.

• Public hearing on Community Facilities District No. 2022-1
• $3,000 donation to Seaside High School Swim Team
• MOU with Seaside Police Officers' Association
• Easement for landscaping at Laguna Grande Park
• Property negotiations for Phase 1A Campus Town

The City Council voted 5-0 to adopt three resolutions forming a Community Facilities District (CFD No. 2022-1) to finance public facilities and municipal services. The consent agenda was approved 5-0, including resolutions for remote meeting authorization, police union MOU, and CalPERS cost-sharing for certain employees. The council also entered closed session for property negotiations and litigation.

• Adopted resolutions forming CFD No. 2022-1 for public facilities and services financing (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including remote meeting authorization, police union MOU, and CalPERS cost-sharing (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Disability Employment Awareness Month, and Freedom from Workplace Bullying Week
• Approved Mayor's Youth Fund contribution for Seaside High School swim team
• Approved fee waiver for community celebration of life at Laguna Grande Hall
• Granted easement for landscaping and public access at Laguna Grande Park

Neighborhood Improvement Commission

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will discuss the outcome of the September 10, 2022, city-wide clean up. The meeting also includes updates on the San Pablo Pedestrian Bridge assessment and fund allocations for upcoming projects.

• Discussion regarding the outcome of the September 10, 2022, city-wide clean up
• Consideration of House of the Month/Quarter
• Update on the San Pablo Pedestrian Bridge assessment
• Update on fund allocation for upcoming projects

Community Safety Advisory Commission

The Commission will meet to elect a commissioner to serve as Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the August 31, 2022 meeting and a review of upcoming citywide events.

• Election of a Vice-Chair for the Commission
• Approval of minutes from August 31, 2022

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee is meeting to review the city's revised traffic calming program. The committee will also discuss several infrastructure changes, including new bus stops and red curb installations.

• Revised Traffic Calming Program
• New bus stop at Noche Buena Street and San Pablo Avenue
• Red curb installation east of 1538 Hilby Avenue
• Additional driveway approach at 700 Amador Avenue
• Red curb installations on San Pablo Avenue and Juarez Street

The Traffic Advisory Committee approved the revised Traffic Calming Program (4-0-1) and denied a new bus stop at Noche Buena Street and San Pablo Avenue (3-2). They also approved red curb installations at 1538 Hilby Avenue (3-1) and 1210 & 1212 San Pablo Avenue (3-2), while denying a driveway approach at 700 Amador Avenue (4-0-1) and red curb at 1841 Juarez Street (4-1).

• Approved revised Traffic Calming Program (4-0-1)
• Denied new bus stop at Noche Buena Street and San Pablo Avenue (3-2)
• Approved up to 20 feet of red curb east of 1538 Hilby Avenue (3-1)
• Denied additional driveway approach at 700 Amador Avenue (4-0-1)
• Approved 20 feet of red curb at 1210 & 1212 San Pablo Avenue (3-2)
• Denied red curb in front of 1841 Juarez Street (4-1)

Homeless Commission

The Seaside Homeless Commission is meeting to review plans for a community listening session on homelessness. The commission will also consider allocating funds for student supplies and holiday donations.

• Discussion of plans for a community listening session on the state of homelessness
• Potential allocation of up to $5,000 for backpacks, school supplies, and clothing
• Potential allocation of up to $5,000 for holiday donations to support local non-profits
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 25, 2022

The Seaside Homeless Commission approved the minutes from August 23, 2022, and voted to discuss a proposal to allocate up to $5,000 for school supplies at a future meeting. Commissioners also drafted an agenda and questionnaire for a community listening session on homelessness in the 2022/2023 fiscal year.

• Approved minutes from August 25, 2022 (5-0-1).
• Discussed but tabled until next meeting: allocating up to $5,000 for backpacks, school supplies, and clothing for homeless students.
• Discussed but tabled until next meeting: allocating up to $5,000 for holiday donations to homeless-serving agencies.
• Drafted a questionnaire and agenda for a future community listening session on homelessness.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review the Havana Soliz Park Revitalization Project and discuss Neighborhood Improvement Commission funds for a tree program. The agenda also includes a tour of four local parks.

• Review of the Havana Soliz Park Revitalization Project
• Discussion of Neighborhood Improvement Commission funds for the tree program
• Consideration of holding a special meeting in October 2022
• Tour of Sabado, Highland Otis, Portola Leslie, and Mescal Neil parks

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council is reviewing a major contract for the Pavement Rehabilitation Project and funding for the Fort Ord Military Reservation project. The agenda also includes updates to the city's master fee schedule and various community fee waivers. Additionally, officials will receive a presentation on the Broadway Avenue Complete Streets Corridor Project.

• Contract award to Granite Rock Company up to $1,993,299.50 for pavement rehabilitation
• $152,000 appropriation for Fort Ord Military Reservation deconstruction and demolition
• Amendment to Master Fee Schedule regarding water capacity fees and fireworks fines
• Contract amendment to Harris & Associates up to $86,210 for design services
• $3,000 Mayor's Youth Fund contribution to Central Coast High School

The City Council awarded a construction contract to Granite Rock Company for up to $1,993,299.50 for the FY 2021/2022 Pavement Rehabilitation Project, with the budget rolled forward to FY 2022/2023. The Council also approved adding Kimball Avenue and Wheeler Street to the Measure X Bond street list. The vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Awarded $1,993,299.50 pavement rehabilitation contract to Granite Rock Company (5-0)
• Added Kimball Avenue and Wheeler Street to Measure X Bond street list (5-0)
• Approved $86,210 contract amendment with Harris & Associates for design and inspection services on pavement project (5-0)
• Adopted resolution amending 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule, adding water capacity fees and reducing fireworks violation fine to $1,000 (5-0)
• Approved $152,000 appropriation for Fort Ord demolition project, increasing total contract to $734,385.20 (5-0)
• Approved consolidated annual performance report for CDBG program FY 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Approved fee waivers for Seaside High School homecoming parade and Palenke Arts Day of the Dead celebration (5-0)
• Removed item 8J (fee waiver for Vibes and Smiles Inc. harvest festival) from agenda

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board of Directors will consider a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the August 31, 2022, special meeting and receiving the August 2022 operations report.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approval of August 31, 2022, special meeting minutes
• Receipt of August 2022 operations report

General

The Seaside Environmental Commission will meet to discuss several environmental initiatives. The agenda includes reviewing a solar program for affordable housing and an induction cooktop checkout program. Members will also discuss state assembly bills regarding parking requirements.

• Solar program for multifamily affordable housing
• Induction cooktop checkout program discussion
• Review of Assembly Bill 2011 and Assembly Bill 2097

General

The Art and History Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss art archives and storage. The commission will consider recommendations from City Manager Jaime Fontes regarding potential archive locations.

• Discussion of art archives and storage location possibilities
• Approval of August 9, 2022, meeting minutes

Traffic Advisory Committee

The special meeting of the Seaside Traffic Advisory Committee scheduled for September 6, 2022, has been canceled. No agenda items were listed for this session. The date for the next regularly scheduled meeting is to be determined.

Neighborhood Improvement Commission

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will consider declaring a public nuisance for abatement at 1673 Flores St. The meeting also includes discussing location assignments for a city-wide clean up on September 10, 2022.

• Public nuisance declaration consideration for 1673 Flores St
• Location assignments for city-wide clean up on September 10, 2022
• Approval of July 12, 2022 special meeting minutes

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including Noche Buena Street storm drain improvements and fire station upgrades. The meeting also includes discussions regarding pension liability strategies and a proposed sister city agreement with Oaxaca de Juárez.

• Noche Buena Street Storm Drain Improvements contract up to $279,455.00
• Fire Station Upgrades Project amendments totaling approximately $83,713.17
• Reallocation of $250,000.00 from the Pump Track Project to Cutino Park Improvements
• $3,000.00 donations from the Mayor's Youth Fund to local youth sports teams
• Road closures for 'Oaxaca by the Sea' on September 18, 2022

The City Council approved a multi-part strategy to address the city's pension liability, including prepaying the annual UAL amount, selecting a 115 Trust provider, and creating a Pension Reserve policy with an initial $3 million investment. The Council also adopted a sister city agreement with Oaxaca de Juarez, Mexico, and approved the Cutino Park Improvements Part 2 Concept Plan with a $250,000 reallocation from the Pump Track Project. Consent agenda items included resolutions for fire station upgrades, storm drain improvements, and various other approvals.

• Adopted pension liability strategy directing staff to prepay UAL, select 115 Trust provider, and create Pension Reserve policy with $3M initial investment (4-1)
• Adopted sister city agreement with Oaxaca de Juarez, Mexico (5-0)
• Approved Cutino Park Improvements Part 2 Concept Plan and reallocated $250,000 from Pump Track Project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #22-111 approving Noche Buena Emergency Storm Drain Improvements project ($279,455 contract, $350,682 appropriation) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #22-108 approving Amendment No. 3 with Wallace Group for fire station upgrades ($19,536)
• Adopted Resolution #22-109 approving construction agreement amendments with 101 Builders for fire station exterior finish ($103,713.17 appropriation)
• Adopted Resolution #22-110 granting easement to Marina Coast Water District for Ord Village lift station
• Adopted Ordinance 2015 amending Conflict of Interest Code for designated employees (5-0)

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board of Directors will meet to consider a resolution authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings via Zoom. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the August 16, 2022 regular meeting.

• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approval of minutes from the August 16, 2022 regular meeting

Community Safety Advisory Commission

The Community Safety Advisory Commission will discuss participating in two upcoming events: the 21st Anniversary 9/11 Commemoration and the Police Department's Eternal Light of Hope Day. The commission will also review minutes from its July 27, 2022, meeting.

• Participation in 21st Anniversary 9/11 Commemoration on September 11, 2022
• Attendance at Police Department's Eternal Light of Hope Day on September 25, 2022
• Approval of July 27, 2022 meeting minutes

General

The City Council will consider resolutions to appoint Ian N. Oglesby as Mayor, along with Alex Miller and Rita Burks to the City Council. The council will also consider canceling the November 8, 2022, municipal election and terminating an agreement with the Monterey County Registrar of Voters.

• Appointment of Ian N. Oglesby as Mayor
• Appointment of Alex Miller and Rita Burks to City Council
• Cancellation of the November 8, 2022, municipal election
• Termination of election services agreement with Monterey County Registrar of Voters

The Seaside City Council voted 4-0 to cancel the November 8, 2022 municipal election and appoint nominated city officials as if elected, adopting Resolution 22-105. It also rescinded a prior resolution (22-81) and authorized termination of the election services agreement with Monterey County, adopting Resolution 22-106. Councilmember Wizard was absent.

• Approved Resolution 22-105 appointing nominated officials as elected and cancelling November 8, 2022 election (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-106 rescinding Resolution 22-81 and terminating election services agreement with Monterey County (4-0)

Homeless Commission

The Seaside Homeless Commission will discuss developing a request for proposals process for non-profit food insecurity programs. The commission will also review allocating up to $5,000 for school supplies and clothing for homeless youth and up to $5,000 for holiday donations.

• Developing a request for proposals process for food insecurity program funding
• Allocating up to $5,000 for backpacks, school supplies, and clothing for homeless youth
• Allocating up to $5,000 for holiday donations to advocacy organizations

The commission approved a revised Request for Proposals (RFP) process for non-profit agencies operating food insecurity programs serving homeless individuals and families, with applications open from September 26 to October 24, 2022. They also approved postponing discussion on allocating up to $5,000 for backpacks and school supplies to a September special meeting, and postponed a vote on allocating up to $5,000 for holiday donations to the October meeting. The minutes from July 28, 2022 were approved 5-0-1.

• Approved minutes from July 28, 2022 meeting (5-0-1).
• Approved revising the RFP and opening the application period for food insecurity donation funds from September 26 to October 24, 2022 (5-0-1).
• Approved moving discussion on allocating up to $5,000 for backpacks and school supplies for at-risk and homeless youth to a September special meeting (5-0-1).
• Approved postponing a vote on allocating up to $5,000 for holiday donations to the October meeting (5-0-1).

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will review conceptual plan options for the future development of Seaside East. The council is also considering a resolution to authorize a large payment to Marina Coast Water District for recycled water. Other items include budget amendments for new city positions and various community donations.

• $7,522,232.14 payment to Marina Coast Water District for recycled water at Bayonet Blackhorse Golf Course
• Conceptual plan options for the future development of Seaside East
• Creation of Water System Operator and Deputy Fire Chief positions
• Red curb installation at the intersection of Waring Street and La Salle Avenue
• $3,000 donations from the Mayor's Youth Fund to Seaside Raiders Youth Football and Cheer

The City Council unanimously approved a $7,522,232.14 payment to Marina Coast Water District for a capacity charge to secure 407 acre-feet of recycled water for the Bayonet Blackhorse Golf Course, funded by an interfund loan from the General Fund. The Council also directed staff to set a special meeting for August 25, 2022, to decide whether to appoint council nominees or hold the municipal election. Several consent agenda items were approved, including creating Water System Operator and Deputy Fire Chief positions, and adopting MOUs with employee associations.

• Approved $7,522,232.14 payment to Marina Coast Water District for recycled water capacity charge (5-0)
• Directed special meeting on August 25, 2022, to decide on appointing council nominees or cancelling municipal election (5-0)
• Adopted resolution creating Water System Operator and Deputy Fire Chief positions (5-0)
• Adopted MOUs with five employee associations (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Conflict of Interest Code (first reading) (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for Constitution Day and Citizenship Day (5-0)
• Approved red curb at Waring Street and La Salle Avenue (5-0)
• Approved appointments to Neighborhood Improvement Commission and Community Safety Advisory Commission (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review FOSPA activities and rediscuss future funding of $100,000.00 for Havana Soliz Park. The commission will also consider holding a special meeting in September 2022.

• Rediscussion of $100,000.00 funding for Havana Soliz Park
• Report on FOSPA activities
• Consideration of a special meeting in September 2022

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review the FY21/22 CDBG year-end report for public service activities and capital improvement projects. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the March 24, 2022 meeting.

• FY21/22 CDBG year-end report for public service activities and capital improvement projects
• Approval of March 24, 2022 minutes

Planning Commission

The Seaside Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications. These include a request for new modular buildings at Chartwell School and landscaping updates for a shopping center on Canyon Del Rey Boulevard. The commission will also consider a parking requirement reduction for a residence on Luxton Street.

• Request for two new modular buildings and four classrooms at 2511 Numa Watson Road
• Landscaping changes at Canyon Del Rey Boulevard shopping center including the removal of 45 palm trees and planting of 12 canopy trees
• Use permit to reduce parking requirements for a single-family dwelling at 1165 Luxton Street

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors will review the July 2022 operations report and approve minutes from the July 12, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes approval of expenditure reports for May and June 2022.

• Approval of May 2022 expenditures totaling $1,157,055.92
• Review of June 2022 expenditures totaling $191,190.54
• Approval of a $1,348,246.46 drawdown for May and June expenses
• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Receipt of July 2022 Operations Report

General

The Environmental Commission will discuss the formation of a Tree and Habitat Community Working Group. The commission intends to review goals, assign responsibilities, and determine a timeline for progress.

• Discussion regarding the Tree and Habitat Community Working Group

Art and History Commission

The commission will discuss agenda setting protocols and the fiscal year 22/23 budget. Members will also review a presentation made to the City Council on July 21, 2022. Staff will provide an update on the Fire Station Mural Project.

• Review of agenda setting protocols
• Fiscal Year 22/23 budget and work plan discussion
• Discussion of July 21, 2022, Council presentation
• Status update on the Fire Station Mural Project

Zoning Administration

The Zoning Administration is reviewing a minor use permit application for 1276 La Salle Ave. The request involves the residential construction of an accessory dwelling unit partially within an encroachment area in the RS-12 single-family residential zone.

• Minor Use Permit MUP-22-02 for an accessory dwelling unit at 1276 La Salle Ave

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will review approved items from the 2022-2023 budget and discuss the remaining $100,000 in the NIC budget. The meeting also includes an update on the San Pablo Pedestrian Bridge and consideration of House of the Month assignments.

• Update on the San Pablo Pedestrian Bridge
• Discussion of remaining $100,000 in the NIC 2022-2023 budget
• Consideration of House of the Month and location assignments
• Review of approved items from the 2022-2023 budget

C-JOBS

The Commission on Jobs, Opportunities and Business in Seaside will discuss key initiative areas and priority efforts according to the 2022-2023 work plan. The meeting also includes introductions for new Commissioner Mark Bryant and City Manager Jaime Fontes.

• Identification of key initiative areas and priority efforts for the 2022-2023 work plan
• Introduction of newly appointed Commissioner Mark Bryant
• Introduction of City Manager Jaime Fontes
• Staff report on upcoming citywide events

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council will consider authorizing a PG&E easement to enable residential development of the golf course. The agenda also includes accepting $330,000 in emergency rental assistance funding from United Way Monterey County. Additionally, the council will discuss establishing an illegal fireworks task force or a ballot measure regarding fireworks.

• Acceptance of $330,000 ERAP-2 grant funds from United Way Monterey County
• Professional services agreement with Whitson Engineers for bridge assessment up to $37,000
• PG&E electric line relocation easement for golf course residential development
• $8,810.50 fee waiver request for Central Coast Bombers at Soper Field and Cutino Park
• Discussion on establishing an illegal fireworks task force or ballot measure

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee is considering two requests for red curb installations. One item involves 20 feet of red curb at the intersection of Waring Street and La Salle Avenue. Another item concerns a request for red curb east of 1538 Hilby Avenue.

• Proposed 20 feet of red curb at the southwest corner of Waring Street and La Salle Avenue
• Proposed red curb installation east of 1538 Hilby Avenue (staff does not recommend)

General

The Seaside Homeless Commission will discuss plans for a community listening session regarding the state of homelessness in the city. The commission will also review the 2022/2023 budget and consider donation amounts for food insecurity programs.

• Plans for a community listening session on homelessness
• Donation amounts for food insecurity programs
• Review of fiscal year 2022/2023 budget and expenditures
• Approval of May 24, 2022, meeting minutes

The Homeless Commission approved the May 24, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0-1) and voted to hold a special meeting to further discuss plans for a community listening session on homelessness (5-0-0-1). No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussed only.

• Approved May 24, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-0-1)
• Approved further discussion of community listening session at a special meeting (5-0-0-1)

General

The Seaside City Council and Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will hold a special meeting on July 27, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one matter of potential litigation. Other items consist of standard procedural actions.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding potential litigation

The Seaside City Council met in special session on July 27, 2022, with four members present and one absent. The only substantive item was a closed session to discuss potential litigation, after which the City Attorney reported no action. The meeting adjourned without any decisions or votes.

Community Safety Advisory Commission

The Community Safety Advisory Commission will consider and review a resolution supporting comprehensive criminal justice reform. This resolution is modeled after an NAACP resolution and, if recommended, would be sent to the City Council for adoption.

• Review of a resolution supporting comprehensive criminal justice reform

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council and Successor Agency will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. These include labor negotiations with employee organizations and real property negotiations regarding the Main Gate area. The council will also confer with legal counsel regarding existing and potential litigation.

• Real property negotiations for the Main Gate area (bounded by Lightfigher, Divarty, Second Street, and Highway 1)
• Labor negotiations with employee organizations
• Existing litigation: Committee for Sound Water and Land Development of Fort Ord v. Seaside, et al.
• Two matters of potential litigation

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will consider a resolution to purchase properties at 1579 and 1583 Del Monte Boulevard for $1,150,000. The agenda also includes a review of short-term rental program updates and a water allocation for the Seaside Market project.

• Resolution to purchase 1579 and 1583 Del Monte Boulevard for $1,150,000
• Review of short-term rental program changes and code amendments
• Allocation of 3.0612 acre feet of water to Seaside Market project
• $3,000 donation from Mayor's Youth Fund to The Village Project
• Fee waiver request for Narcotics Anonymous at Laguna Grande Hall

The City Council approved short-term rental program updates and code amendments, capping non-hosted permits at 90, with a 4-1 vote. The Council also adopted resolutions for a $1.15M property purchase on Del Monte Boulevard and a water allocation for the Seaside Market project. Consent agenda items were approved, including a fee waiver for Narcotics Anonymous and appointments to the Seaside Housing Collaborative Board.

• Approved short-term rental program updates with 90 non-hosted permit cap (4-1)
• Adopted Reso #22-95: $1,150,000 budget appropriation for property purchase at 1579 and 1 Del Monte Blvd
• Adopted Reso #22-96: Allocated 3.0612 acre-feet of water to Seaside Market project
• Approved fee waiver for Narcotics Anonymous, waiving all fees except non-refundable deposit
• Appointed Rita Burks, Anthony Frye, Reginald Garnett, Brenda Thomas to Seaside Housing Collaborative Board
• Adopted Reso #22-94: Youth Community Access Program grant application
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, checks, and reports
• Approved appointments to Environmental, Community Safety Advisory, and JOBS commissions

Traffic Advisory Committee

The City of Seaside Traffic Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022, was canceled. The date for the next regularly scheduled meeting is currently undetermined.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

General

The Water Allocation Committee is reviewing a request for 0.547 acre feet of water. The application is for a proposed 5,424 square foot pizzeria located at 1950 Fremont Avenue.

• Water allocation request (WR 22-01) of 0.547 AF for a proposed pizzeria at 1950 Fremont Avenue

General

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss recommendations for future funding allocated to Havana Soliz Park. The commission also plans to conduct a tour of several local parks.

• Discussion of future funding recommendations for Havana Soliz Park
• Discussion regarding a special meeting for another park tour
• Tour of Havana Solis, Lincoln Cunningham, Manzanita Stuart, and Fernando Parks

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss several applications for residential construction and property modifications. These include requests for architectural changes, use permits for parking adjustments, and a variance for reduced parking requirements.

• Architectural review for a 116 square foot roof deck at 1600 La Salle Avenue
• Use permit to change parking from a garage to a carport at 1249 Waring Street
• New two-story residence and ADU construction at 1293 Amador Avenue
• Variance request for reduced parking requirements on the 1260-1270 block of Prospect Street

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board of Directors will meet virtually to review the June 2022 operations report and approve previous meeting minutes. The Board will also consider adopting a resolution for continued remote teleconference meetings and approving an on-call list of engineering firms.

• Approval of June 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Approval of on-call engineering consultants: Dudek, Inc., Harris & Associates, Inc., Schaaf & Wheeler, Inc., and Wallace Group, Inc.
• Receipt of the June 2022 operations report

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will discuss the 2022-2023 budget and a previous budget decision by City Council. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the San Pablo Bridge project and city-wide clean up efforts.

• Consideration of the second 2022 city wide clean up
• Decision on House of the Month or House of the Quarter program
• Discussion of the 2022-2023 NIC budget
• Discussion of the 2021-2022 budget decision by City Council
• Discussion of the San Pablo Bridge project

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $1.5 million reimbursement agreement for a water line extension to serve the Ascent project. The agenda also includes professional service contracts for police parking lot improvements and a vehicle miles traveled analysis. Additionally, the council will discuss a potential ballot measure regarding fireworks restrictions.

• $1.5 million reimbursement agreement from Cruachan Capital for the Ascent project water line extension
• Whitson Engineers contract for Police Department parking lot improvements up to $56,194.00
• Hexagon Transportation Consultants agreement for VMT analysis and evacuation study up to $50,000.00
• Proposed November 8, 2022 election for one Mayor and two Council members
• Potential ballot measure to ban all fireworks except city-sponsored events

The City Council approved a Sister City Memorandum of Intent with Oaxaca de Juarez, Mexico, including travel costs for a two-person delegation not to exceed $25,000 for July 22-26, 2022, by a 3-2 vote. The Council also directed staff to develop a fireworks suppression plan and the City Attorney to draft a ballot measure banning all fireworks except for city-sponsored events for the November election. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including resolutions on reproductive freedom, election consolidation, and various contracts.

• Approved Sister City Memorandum of Intent with Oaxaca de Juarez, Mexico, and travel costs up to $25,000 (3-2)
• Directed staff to develop fireworks suppression plan and City Attorney to draft ballot measure banning fireworks except city-sponsored events
• Adopted resolution declaring Seaside a supporter of reproductive freedom (5-0)
• Adopted resolution calling for November 8, 2022 election for Mayor and two Council seats, consolidated with Monterey County (5-0)
• Adopted resolution extending FLIP Seaside program deadline to June 30, 2023 with fund carryover (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing VMT analysis and evacuation study with Hexagon Transportation Consultants up to $50,000 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving police department parking lot design services with Whitson Engineers up to $56,194 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving Broadway Walk of Fame contract with FMG Custom Concrete for $36,492 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider applications for new single-family residences and an accessory dwelling unit. The agenda also includes a parking variance request on Prospect Street and design approval for a fence at 1325 Fremont Boulevard.

• Design approval for a 4-foot high fence and 5-foot gates at 1325 Fremont Boulevard
• Parking variance request for a new two-story residence on the 1260-1270 block of Prospect Street
• Use permit and architectural review for a new single-family home and ADU at 1293 Amador Avenue

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee will review an application for a red curb installation. This request concerns the southwest corner of the intersection of Waring Street and La Salle Avenue.

• Review of red curb installation application at Waring Street and La Salle Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the March 29, 2022 special meeting

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council is reviewing several contracts, including a professional services agreement for the Broadway Avenue Complete Street Corridor Improvement Project. The agenda also includes an ordinance regarding smoking and vaping regulations and the appointment of Jaime Fontes as City Manager.

• $598,004.83 professional services agreement for Broadway Avenue improvements
• $279,000 contract for a new City Hall staff trailer with Global Modular, Inc.
• $59,950 contract for a solar power gate on Eucalyptus Road
• Ordinance amending smoking regulations to address vaping and flavored tobacco
• Appointment of Jaime Fontes as City Manager

The City Council approved the City Manager appointment and employment agreement (Reso #22-78) in a 5-0 vote. The council also approved a 3.81% solid waste rate increase (Reso #22-77) and a request to close Broadway Avenue for two events, with the applicant covering all costs. An ordinance to amend tobacco and vaping regulations failed on a 2-3 vote.

• Approved City Manager appointment and employment agreement (5-0)
• Approved 3.81% solid waste rate increase effective July 1, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Broadway Avenue closure for Summertime Vibes on Broadway, requiring applicant to pay $11,455.10 in costs (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $279,000 modular building contract and $598,004.83 professional services agreement (5-0)
• Failed to pass ordinance amending tobacco and vaping regulations (2-3)
• Approved Broadway Walk of Fame Ad-Hoc Committee recommendations (5-0)

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board of Directors will review the proposed annual operating budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The agenda also includes approving expenditure reports from March and April 2022 and a resolution to continue remote meetings via Zoom.

• Adoption of the FY 2022-2023 proposed annual operating budget
• Approval of March ($349,373.54) and April ($539,064.50) 2022 expenditure reports
• Resolution authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings
• Receipt of the May 2022 operations report

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board approved the fiscal year 2022-2023 annual operating budget, along with the consent agenda, which included minutes, a remote meeting resolution, and expenditure reports. The board also received an operations report and an update on the Fremont, Broadway, Ortiz Sewer Project. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes from June 7, 2022 special meeting (3-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under AB361 (3-0)
• Received May 2022 operations report (3-0)
• Approved March & April 2022 expenditure report (3-0)
• Adopted FY 2022-2023 annual operating budget (3-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss several local environmental and infrastructure topics. This includes the development of an urban forest management plan and the potential need for an Environmental Programs Manager. The commission will also receive updates on the draft General Plan.

• Broadway Avenue Corridor Complete Streets Project discussion
• Urban Forest Management Plan development
• Potential need for an Environmental Programs Manager
• Presentation from Blue Zones Community Program Manager
• Update on the draft General Plan

Art and History Commission

The Commission will review Ordinance 1094 and discuss the BCC handbook and Code of Ethics. Members will also review a presentation regarding the status of the city's archives. Commissioner Merritt will provide reports on upcoming local events.

• Review of Ord. 1094
• Discussion of BCC handbook and Code of Ethics
• Presentation on the status of the city’s archives
• Reports on Seaside International Day, Seaside Blues Festival, and Summer Reading Program

C-JOBS

The Commission will consider recommending City Council support for Bureau of Land Management development at the corner of Parker Flats Road and 8th Avenue. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a proposed job fair collaboration with the Seaside Chamber of Commerce.

• Proposed development at Parker Flats Road and 8th Avenue by Bureau of Land Management
• Proposed job fair collaboration between C-JOBS and Seaside Chamber of Commerce

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the scope of responsibilities for commissioners and staff. The meeting also includes consideration of holding a special meeting in July 2022 and approval of May 16, 2022 minutes.

• Adoption of a priority list for upcoming park tours
• Discussion on the scope of responsibilities for commissioners and staff
• Consideration of holding a special meeting in July 2022
• Approval of May 16, 2022 minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request for design approval of two 15 square foot LED signs at an entertainment nightclub located at 500 Broadway Avenue. The application includes signs for the north and west facades of the building. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 11, 2022, meeting.

• Sign permit application SP-22-05 for LED signs at 500 Broadway Avenue
• Approval of May 11, 2022, meeting minutes

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution regarding remote participation. The proposed action authorizes continued teleconference meetings via Zoom in accordance with AB361 and Government Code section 54953(e).

• Resolution authorizing continued remote teleconference (Zoom) meetings

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board approved the consent agenda as presented and adopted a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under AB361 and Government Code Section 54953(e). Both actions passed unanimously with Chair Jerry Blackwelder and First Vice Chair Pat Lintell voting yes; Director Jon Wizard was absent. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (2-0, Wizard absent)
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under AB361 and Gov. Code 54953(e) (2-0, Wizard absent)

Neighborhood Improvement Commission

The regular meeting of the Seaside Neighborhood Improvement Commission scheduled for June 7, 2022, was canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 5, 2022.

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will review and potentially adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 operating, capital, and fee schedules. The agenda also includes accepting $300,000 in emergency rental assistance funding.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 operating budget and capital improvement plan
• Acceptance of $300,000.00 in Emergency Rental Assistance Program grant funds
• Contract with EMC Planning Group, Inc. for Seaside Resort Project study up to $100,000.00
• Audit services agreement with Maze & Associates Accountancy Corporation up to $52,780.00
• Review of the 2022 Illegal Fireworks Enforcement Plan for July 4th

The City Council/Successor Agency approved the fiscal year 2022-2023 operating, capital outlay, and capital improvement budgets, along with the fee schedule, position control list, salary schedule, appropriations limit, capital improvement plan, and reserve amounts, as proposed with edits. The consent agenda was also approved, including resolutions for remote meeting participation, an on-call engineering consultant list, additional emergency rental assistance funding, audit services, and an initial study for the Seaside Resort hotel component. The meeting included presentations on citywide events, the 4th of July illegal fireworks enforcement plan, and a vaccine update.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 budget and related items (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote meeting participation (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 18, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved and filed city and successor agency checks (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving on-call engineering consultant list (5-0)
• Adopted resolution accepting $300,000 in emergency rental assistance funding (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing audit services agreement with Maze & Associates, not to exceed $52,780 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing EMC Planning Group agreement for initial study, not to exceed $100,000 (5-0)

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council and Successor Agency will hold a joint special meeting on May 31, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session regarding City Manager recruitment.

• Closed session for City Manager recruitment

General

The Ad-Hoc Committee for Broadway Walk of Fame will meet virtually to review project documentation. The committee is scheduled to approve the May 25, 2022, meeting minutes. Members will also consider approving the final installation report details.

• Approval of May 25, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of final Broadway Walk of Fame installation report details

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council and Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will hold a joint special meeting. The agenda includes public comment and a closed session regarding recruitment for the City Manager position.

• Closed session regarding City Manager recruitment

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council and Successor Agency will consider approving plans and a construction contract for the Fort Ord Military Reservation property deconstruction and demolition Phase 1A Project. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding City Manager recruitment and an evaluation of the City Attorney.

• Construction agreement with Randazzo Enterprises Inc. for Fort Ord demolition up to $485,321.00
• Closed session regarding City Manager recruitment
• Evaluation of the City Attorney

General

The Ad-Hoc Committee for Broadway Walk of Fame will review and approve the ranking of nominees in round two. The committee will also receive an update on the installation of the Broadway Walk of Fame.

• Approval of May 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review and approval of Broadway Walk of Fame nominee rankings (Round 2)
• Update on Broadway Walk of Fame installation

General

The Seaside Homeless Commission will meet to consider purchasing a storage shed for the Casa de Noche Buena Family Shelter. The commission will also discuss plans for a community listening session regarding homelessness in Seaside and commissioner attendance at local meetings.

• Purchase of a Home Depot shed for Casa de Noche Buena Family Shelter up to $1,200
• Discussion of a community listening session on the state of homelessness in Seaside
• Discussion regarding commissioner attendance at local homelessness-related meetings
• Approval of April 28, 2022 meeting minutes

The Seaside Homeless Commission approved the purchase of a Home Depot storage shed, not to exceed $1,200, for the Casa De Noche Buena Family Shelter to store program equipment and community donations. The commission also tabled discussions on hosting a community listening session on homelessness and on commissioner attendance at local meetings until the next meeting. Minutes from April 28, 2022, were approved.

• Approved purchase of Home Depot shed for Casa De Noche Buena Family Shelter, not to exceed $1,200 (5-0)
• Tabled community listening session on homelessness until next meeting (5-0)
• Tabled commissioner attendance at local meetings until next meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 28, 2022 (5-0)

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council will review a license for a new medical and adult recreational cannabis retail operation at 305 Amador Avenue. The council will also consider a $110,000 agreement for Cutino Park improvements and an appeal regarding a tree removal permit. Additional items include various community proclamations and youth fund donations.

• New cannabis retail license for 305 Amador Avenue
• $110,000 professional services agreement for Cutino Park improvements
• Appeal of a denied tree permit at 1014-1020 Trinity Avenue
• $3,000 Mayor's Youth Fund contribution to Community Partnership for Youth
• $1,500 Mayor's Youth Fund contribution to Monterey High School PTSA

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council and Successor Agency will receive a presentation on the draft fiscal year 2022-2023 operating budget. This includes reviews of the capital improvement program, fee schedule, salary schedule, and reserve amounts. The council will provide direction to staff regarding changes prior to adoption.

• Presentation on draft FY 2022-2023 operating budget
• Review of capital improvement program and fee schedule
• Discussion of salary schedule and reserve amounts
• Closed session regarding City Manager recruitment

The City Council held a joint special meeting to review the draft FY 2022-2023 operating budget, capital improvement program, fee schedule, position control list, salary schedule, and reserve amounts. No formal decisions were made on the budget; the council provided direction to staff and continued the discussion to a subsequent meeting. The meeting was continued to May 19, 2022, and the budget adoption was scheduled for June 2.

• Continued remaining budget items to May 19, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. (4-0, Garcia-Arrazola absent)
• Received presentation on draft FY 2022-2023 budget and provided staff direction (no vote recorded)

General

The commission will review a revised tree planting notification and questionnaire. Members will also discuss purchasing elevated boxes for Havana Soliz Park and improvements at Lincoln Cunningham Park.

• Review of revised tree planting notification and questionnaire
• Scheduling a park tour
• Purchasing elevated boxes for Havana Soliz Park
• Improvements at Lincoln Cunningham Park
• Consideration of a special meeting in June 2022

General

The Planning Commission will consider design approval for a 42-unit infill building remodel and landscape improvements at 4386 and 4387 Park Flats Cut Off Road. The commission will also review and discuss its annual work plan.

• Design approval for a 42-unit infill building remodel at 4386 and 4387 Park Flats Cut Off Road
• Review and approval of the Commission's annual work plan

General

The Community Safety Advisory Commission will review the ordinance establishing the commission and discuss regular meeting dates and times. Staff will also provide a report on recruitment efforts to fill current vacancies.

• Review of Ordinance 2003 establishing the commission
• Discussion of regular meeting dates and times
• Report on recruitment efforts for commission vacancies

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors will meet to approve meeting minutes from March and April 2022. The agenda also includes adopting a resolution for remote teleconference meetings and accepting the June 30, 2021 audited financial statements.

• Approval of March 8 and April 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings
• Acceptance of June 30, 2021 audited financial statements
• Receipt of the April 2022 operations report

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board approved the consent agenda as presented, which included adopting a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under AB361, accepting the audited financial statements for June 30, 2021, and receiving the April 2022 operations report. The board also approved minutes from the March 8 and April 12, 2022 meetings. No substantive new business was discussed; staff reported on the ongoing Fremont, Broadway, Ortiz sewer project and an upcoming budget presentation in June.

• Approved consent agenda including remote meeting resolution, financial statements, and operations report (3-0)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting
• Approved minutes from April 12, 2022 meeting
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under AB361
• Accepted and filed audited financial statements for June 30, 2021
• Received operations report for April 2022

General

The Seaside Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss several environmental topics, including the development of an Urban Forest Management Plan, the potential need for an Environmental Programs Manager, and the proposed Broadway Avenue Corridor Complete Streets Project. They will also receive updates on the annual work plan, commission vacancies, and the draft General Plan. The meeting is open for public comment, both in person and virtually.

• Discussion of an Urban Forest Management Plan
• Discussion of the role and potential need for an Environmental Programs Manager
• Update on the draft General Plan
• Discussion of the Broadway Avenue Corridor Complete Streets Project
• Presentation from Blue Zones Community Program Manager

General

The commission will review an update on archive location research and decide on next steps. Members will also discuss future actions for the California Revealed application due July 29, 2022. Additionally, the commission is scheduled to review its agenda setting process.

• Approval of Fire Station mural Request for Proposals
• Update and next steps for archive location research
• Review of commission agenda setting process
• Discussion on California Revealed application due July 29, 2022

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will meet to review budget recommendations. The commission is considering fund allocation recommendations to present to the City Council for the next fiscal year.

• Consideration of fund allocation recommendations to City Council for upcoming fiscal year

C-JOBS

The Commission on Jobs, Opportunities and Business in Seaside will review and finalize the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The commission also plans to determine and approve priority goals for the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 workplans.

• Finalizing C-JOBS 2022-2025 Strategic Plan
• Approving 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 workplan priority goals
• Approval of April 29, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will review resolutions regarding the Campus Town Specific Plan and related water allocations for development. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a tree permit appeal and various fee waivers. Additionally, the council will consider professional services amendments and youth fund contributions.

• Resolution for Campus Town Specific Plan Final Map Phase 1 approval
• Water allocation extension for KB Bakewell development in Campus Town
• $11,750 amendment to Harris & Associates for Eucalyptus Road project management
• $3,000 Mayor's Youth Fund contribution to Greater Victory Temple Church of God in Christ
• Public hearing regarding a denied tree permit at 1014-1020 Trinity Avenue

General

The Broadway Walk of Fame Ad-Hoc Committee will review and rank applications for the project. Members will also receive an update on the installation process and approve minutes from the April 20, 2022 meeting.

• Ranking of Broadway Walk of Fame applications
• Update on Broadway Walk of Fame installation
• Approval of April 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Neighborhood Improvement Commission

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will meet to consider recommendations for fund allocations to the City Council. The agenda also includes staff reports and commissioner reports.

• Consideration of fund allocation recommendations to City Council

C-JOBS

The Commission on Jobs, Opportunities and Businesses in Seaside will review the C-JOBS Strategic Plan for 2022-2025 and the Annual Work Plan for fiscal year 2023. The commission will also consider appointing a representative to attend the California Association for Local Economic Development's annual conference.

• Review and approval of C-JOBS Strategic Plan for 2022-2025 and FY 2023 Annual Work Plan
• Appointment of a commission representative to the CALED Annual Conference
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2021, January 10, 2022, and February 14, 2022

General

The commission will hear presentations regarding the Coalition of Homeless Service Providers 5-year plan, Salvation Army programs, and I-HELP board members. The meeting also includes a video presentation on a portable hygiene unit and the approval of April 12 minutes.

• Coalition of Homeless Service Providers 5 Year Plan presentation
• Salvation Army Program / Housing Department presentation
• I-HELP Board presentation
• "Haven of Hope on Wheels" portable hygiene unit video
• Approval of April 12, 2022, meeting minutes

General

The Seaside Planning Commission will consider development applications for 1901 Fremont Boulevard and 700 Elm Ave. The commission will also vote on a resolution to change the meeting start time from 7 PM to 6 PM.

• Design approval for a 640 square foot outdoor dining area at 1901 Fremont Boulevard
• Fence exception application for a six-foot high fence at 700 Elm Ave
• Resolution to change the Planning Commission meeting start time from 7 PM to 6 PM

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission is meeting to discuss fund allocations. The commission will consider amending a $30,000 allocation by redirecting $15,000 to the Fire Department Mural Replacement and providing a recommendation for other fund allocations to the City Council.

• Amendment of $30,000 San Pablo Bridge Project allocation
• Redirecting $15,000 to Fire Department Mural Replacement
• Fund allocation recommendation to City Council

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including the Del Monte Manor L.I.D. Improvement Project and street repairs. The agenda also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding police military equipment use and the approval of the 2022-2023 CDBG Annual Action Plan. Additionally, the council will review various community event fee waivers and presentations on groundwater recharge.

• Construction agreement for Del Monte Manor L.I.D. Improvement Project up to $592,421.00
• Amendment to Raimi + Associates contract for Housing Element up to $180,000.00
• Donation of $3,000.00 from Mayor's Youth Fund to Seaside High School Baseball
• Second reading of ordinance regarding police military equipment use policy
• Fee waivers for Juneteenth 831 Cultural Festival and Seaside Sports League

General

The Ad-Hoc Committee for Broadway Walk of Fame will receive a report on 2022 applications. The committee will also consider approving the application review and scoring process.

• Report on 2022 Broadway Walk of Fame Applications
• Approval of Walk of Fame Application Review and Scoring Process
• Approval of minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the process for notifying neighborhoods when trees are planted in parks. The commission will also discuss having a Parks and Recreation table at the Earth Day Event on April 30, 2022.

• Discussion of neighborhood notification process for park tree planting
• Discussion regarding a Parks and Recreation table at the April 30, 2022 Earth Day Event
• Approval of March 21, 2022 minutes

General

The Ad-Hoc Committee for Broadway Walk of Fame will meet to review committee responsibilities and the application review process. The committee will also review nominees for the Walk of Fame. All items on this agenda are listed as informational.

• Review of Broadway Walk of Fame nominees
• Discussion of application review process
• Review of committee responsibilities and policies

General

The Planning Commission is reviewing a use permit application for 1717 #B Fremont Boulevard. The request involves combining an existing cannabis retail business, Plantacea, with a microbusiness. This expansion would include cannabis cultivation, testing, and distribution within the building's interior.

• Use Permit Application No. UP-22-02 at 1717 #B Fremont Boulevard

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Board of Directors will review the February 2022 expenditure report totaling $189,373.14. The board will also consider a resolution to authorize continued remote teleconference meetings. Additionally, the board intends to appoint delegates to the California JPIA Board of Directors.

• Approval of February 2022 expenditures totaling $189,373.14
• Resolution authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings
• Appointment of a voting delegate and alternate for the California JPIA Board of Directors
• Receipt of the March 2022 operations report

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board approved the consent agenda, including a resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings, the February 2022 expenditure report, and the March 2022 operations report. The board also appointed Chair Jerry Blackwelder and Acting District Manager Roberta Greathouse as representatives to the California JPIA Board of Directors, maintaining the status quo. No other substantive decisions were made; staff reports noted ongoing sewer project and budget timelines.

• Approved consent agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings under AB361 (3-0)
• Approved February 2022 expenditure report (3-0)
• Approved March 2022 operations report (3-0)
• Appointed Jerry Blackwelder and Roberta Greathouse as JPIA Board representatives (3-0)

General

The Art and History Commission is meeting to review several community projects and historical recognitions. The agenda includes an update on the Fire Station Mural Project RFP draft and a report on archives space needs. The commission will also recognize local history documentation and university leadership changes.

• Fire Station Mural Project Update / RFP Draft
• Archives needs assessment and space hunt report
• Zach Weston Collective Presentation
• Tree City Program update
• California Revealed Status Report

C-JOBS

The C-JOBS Commission will review the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and the Annual Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2023. The commission will also consider appointing a representative to attend the California Association for Local Economic Development's annual conference.

• Review of 2022-2025 CJOBS Strategic Plan
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Work Plan
• Appointment of a representative to the CALED annual conference
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2021, January 10, 2022, and February 14, 2022

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will consider a new cannabis retail license for Santa Barbara Street and updates to accessory dwelling unit regulations. The agenda also includes approving street closures for summer events and reviewing development plans for Seaside East.

• License for Wowee Canna at 1605/1609 Santa Barbara Street
• Ordinance establishing regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Fee waiver of $11,902.20 for Hot Cars Cool Nites Car Shows
• Maintenance agreement with Seaside Housing, L.P. for H.E.M. Plaza
• Approval of city checks totaling $1,392,574.49

The City Council adopted an ordinance establishing regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Wizard dissenting. The Council also voted 4-1 to move forward with a military equipment use policy, scheduling a second reading for April 21, 2022, and requiring public meetings. A cannabis retail license item for Wowee Canna was removed from the agenda, and the consent agenda was approved 5-0.

• Adopted ADU ordinance (ORD #2013) 4-1
• Set military equipment use policy for second reading on April 21, 2022 (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda 5-0, including appointments and resolutions
• Adopted Reso #22-39 for Del Monte Avenue closure for Classic Porsche event
• Adopted Reso #22-40 for stormwater maintenance agreement with Seaside Housing
• Adopted Reso #22-41 creating risk management technician and financial analyst classifications
• Adopted Reso #22-42 for Canyon Del Rey Boulevard closure for Red, White, and Blues event
• Removed Wowee Canna cannabis retail license item from agenda

Neighborhood Improvement Commission

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission will consider declaring specific properties as public nuisances for abatement. The commission will also review fund recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Public nuisance declaration for 335 Sonoma Avenue, 355 Sonoma Avenue, and 1280 Canyon Del Rey Boulevard
• Fund recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year

General

The Traffic Advisory Committee will review and discuss the 2022 work plan. The committee may direct staff to forward a recommendation for approval to the City Council.

• Review and discussion of the 2022 work plan

General

The Environmental Commission is holding a special meeting to review its draft annual work plan. The commission will also consider budget requests for consideration by the City Council.

• Review of the draft annual work plan
• Budget requests for consideration by the City Council

General

This special meeting of the Seaside City Council and Successor Redevelopment Agency included no public business items for discussion. The council scheduled closed sessions to address City Manager recruitment and one matter of potential litigation.

• City Manager recruitment (closed session)
• Potential litigation (closed session)

The Seaside City Council held a special meeting on March 28, 2022, with three members present and two absent. No business items were discussed, and the only substantive matter was a closed session covering city manager recruitment and potential litigation, with no action reported afterward. The meeting was procedural only, with no decisions made in open session.

• Closed session held for city manager recruitment (no action reported)
• Closed session held for potential litigation (no action reported)

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council and Successor Agency will hold a special meeting on March 25, 2022. The agenda includes closed sessions regarding City Manager recruitment and one matter of potential litigation.

• Closed session for City Manager recruitment
• Closed session regarding one matter of potential litigation

General

The Community Development Advisory Committee will discuss developing an annual work plan and a schedule of meetings. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from four February 2022 meetings.

• Discussion regarding the annual work plan and meeting schedule
• Approval of February 10, 16, 17, and 24, 2022 minutes

Water Allocation Committee

The Water Allocation Committee will consider a request from Premeir Hyundai of Seaside. The applicant is seeking 0.246 acre-feet of water to expand the showroom and offices at 4 Heitzinger Plaza.

• Water allocation request (WAC-22-02) for Premeir Hyundai of Seaside

General

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the pickleball trial period at Wheeler Street Courts to provide recommendations to the City Council. The commission also intends to approve the 2022-2023 work plan for submission to the City Council.

• Review of pickleball trial at Wheeler Street Courts
• Approval of 2022-2023 work plan
• Approval of February 28, 2022 minutes

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will consider an ordinance establishing regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units. The agenda also includes reviewing the design and budget for a second fire station and discussing Community Development Block Grant funding. Additionally, the council will review staffing changes and contract updates for park improvements.

• Ordinance establishing regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Contract change order up to $50,000 for Laguna Grande Park improvements
• Review of conceptual design and budget for Fire Station 2
• Proposal to open Eucalyptus Road for access to Fort Ord National Monument
• Approval of City checks totaling $1,632,787.30

General

The Seaside City Council and Successor Agency to Redevelopment Agency will hold a special meeting on March 16, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session regarding the recruitment of a new City Manager.

• Closed session for City Manager recruitment

The Seaside City Council met in special session on March 16, 2022, with all members present. The only substantive item was a closed session regarding city manager recruitment, after which no action was reported. The meeting adjourned without any decisions or votes.

• No action taken on city manager recruitment (closed session)

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council will consider budget changes for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and new school zone speed limits. The agenda also includes presentations on vaccination updates and the annual auditor's report. Additionally, the council will review various road closures for upcoming local events.

• $187,700 contract with Wallace Group for water augmentation well siting study
• Establishment of new speed limits on 21 roadway segments
• Approval of FY 2021-2022 mid-year financial report and budget changes
• Road closure of General Jim Moore Boulevard for the Seaside Exotics event
• $2,950 fee waiver for Sustainable Seaside Earth Day celebration

C-JOBS

The Commission on Jobs, Opportunities and Business will review the CJOBS Strategic Plan for 2022-2025 and the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Work Plan. Staff will also provide updates regarding Flip Seaside and the Monterey County American Rescue Plan Act.

• Review of CJOBS Strategic Plan for 2022-2025
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Work Plan
• Appointment of a representative to the CALED Annual Conference
• Flip Seaside update
• Monterey County American Rescue Plan Act update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt an ordinance to repeal and amend Section 17.52.230 of the Seaside Municipal Code. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment periods.

• Resolution recommending an ordinance to repeal and amend Section 17.52.230 of the Seaside Municipal Code

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Board will consider approving January 2022 expenditures totaling $44,110.62. They will also review a resolution to dispose of surplus District vehicles and equipment. Additionally, the Board will receive the February 2022 operations report.

• Approval of January 2022 expenditures totaling $44,110.62
• Authorization for disposal of surplus District vehicles and equipment
• Adoption of a resolution for remote teleconference meetings
• Review of November and December 2021 expenditures
• Approval of a $371,380.64 drawdown

General

The Environmental Commission will discuss goals, objectives, and potential modifications to its previously approved Annual Work Plan for City Council review. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the February 8, 2022, regular meeting.

• Discussion of goals, objectives, and potential modifications to the Annual Work Plan
• Approval of February 8, 2022, meeting minutes

Art and History Commission

The commission will review the 2022 workplan for adoption. Members will also discuss a recommendation to Council for a proclamation for former Chair Steven Russell. Additionally, staff will provide an update on Black History Month programs.

• Adoption of the 2022 workplan
• Proclamation recommendation for Steven Russell
• Tree City USA presentation
• Recognition of Daniel Summerhill as Monterey County Poet Laureate
• Update on Black History Month program and Virtual Art Show

Laguna Grande JPA

The agency will receive a presentation on the trail and vegetation maintenance strategy for Laguna Grande Regional Park. Members are asked to provide direction on the revised plan and direct staff to initiate environmental review. The board will also consider appointing Brian Briggs as legal counsel.

• Presentation on Laguna Grande Regional Park trail and vegetation maintenance strategy
• Direction to initiate environmental review for park maintenance plan
• Appointment of Brian Briggs as Legal Counsel
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2021, and December 6, 2021

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The March 3, 2022 meeting was canceled due to technical difficulties and rescheduled for March 15. The proposed agenda included a professional services agreement for a water augmentation well study and new school zone speed limits. It also featured the review of the annual financial report and various community proclamations.

• $187,700 agreement with Wallace Group for water augmentation well study
• Approval of reduced school zone speed limits on 21 roadway segments
• City checks totaling $2,169,453.17 for the period ending January 27, 2022
• Road closures for Seaside Exotics and Other Brother Beer Company events
• $2,950 fee waiver for Sustainable Seaside Earth Day celebration

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will conduct nominations and elections for a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also review needs for Lincoln Cunningham Park and Havana Solis Park based on the 2005 Parks Master Plan. The meeting includes updates on park projects, grant opportunities, and the Laguna Grande JPA.

• Election of new Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Lincoln Cunningham Park and Havana Solis Park needs
• Presentation on FOSPA parks
• Updates on Laguna Grande JPA
• Discussion of 2022/23 Parks & Recreation Work Plan

General

The Community Development Advisory Committee will discuss and recommend funding allocations for CDBG public service programs and capital improvement projects. These recommendations cover the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 fiscal years.

• Funding allocation recommendations for CDBG public service programs
• Funding allocation recommendations for capital improvement projects

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two architectural review applications. These include a request for a deck addition at 18 Westminster Court and design changes for the Premier Hyundai dealership at 4A Heitzinger Plaza.

• Deck addition at 18 Westminster Court (BAR-22-03)
• Exterior façade upgrade at 4A Heitzinger Plaza (BAR-22-02)
• Construction of a vehicle canopy for Premier Hyundai of Seaside
• Enclosure of the existing service drive at 4A Heitzinger Plaza

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will review updates on the Capital Improvement Program and plastic pollution ordinance. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a community workforce agreement and various administrative resolutions.

• $27,500 agreement for advisory services regarding the Campus Town Development Project
• Approval of $1,438,173.85 in city checks and payroll
• Two-hour timed parking designation at 1049 Broadway Avenue
• $3,000 donation from the Mayor's Youth Fund to Seaside Police Activities League
• Adoption of a temporary street closure policy

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Seaside Community Development Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting featuring presentations from several organizations. These presentations cover various facility improvements and community projects.

• Genesis House facility improvements
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County clubhouse kitchen and exterior door project
• Monterey Adult School portable rehab phase II
• Community mural project
• Meals on Wheels Monterey Peninsula community kitchen

Community Development Advisory Committee

This special meeting features presentations regarding Cutino Park improvements and various community service programs. Topics include senior legal services, after-school programs, and housing assistance.

• Presentation: Cutino Park improvements by the Engineering Department
• Presentation: Greater Victory Temple afternoon community program
• Presentation: Legal services for seniors in Monterey County
• Presentation: Meals on Wheels home delivered meals
• Presentation: Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity housing and tenant services

Traffic Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Seaside Traffic Advisory Committee scheduled for February 15, 2022, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 15, 2022.

C-JOBS

The Commission on Jobs, Opportunities and Businesses in Seaside (C-JOBS) will hold an election for Chair and Vice Chair for a one-year term. The commission will also continue its 2022 strategic planning retreat to finalize a work plan. This process aims to align with the city's 5-Year Economic Development Strategy.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Continuation of 2022 Strategic Plan Retreat
• Finalization of commission work plan

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will elect a chair, vice-chair, and secretary for a one-year term. The meeting also includes an overview of the FY22-FY24 Notice of Funding Availability and Request for Applications.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Overview of the FY22-FY24 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
• Receipt of the FY22 Annual Action Plan
• Receipt of the Seaside CDBG Citizen Participation Plan

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Seaside Planning Commission scheduled for February 9, 2022, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for February 23, 2022.

Seaside County Sanitation District

The Seaside County Sanitation District Board approved the consent agenda, including a resolution for remote meetings, expenditure reports, and operations reports. The board also voted to keep its current officers for 2022. No public comment was made, and the meeting was brief.

• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings (3-0)
• Approved November & December 2021 expenditure report (3-0)
• Approved operations report for December 2021 and January 2022 (3-0)
• Approved keeping same officers for 2022 (3-0)

General

The Environmental Commission will discuss potential grant applications and receive a presentation from the Central Coast Community Action Campaign. The meeting also includes an update on transitioning businesses from single-use plastics to compostables.

• Presentation on the Central Coast Community Action Campaign
• Discussion of grant proposals for interest to the City/Commission
• Update on transition from single-use plastics to compostables
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes

Art and History Commission

The Art and History Commission will hold elections for Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting includes discussions on the Walk of Fame policy, committee assignments, and the 2022 workplan. Monterey County Poet Laureate Daniel Summerhill will also be introduced.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Walk of Fame Policy and Ad Hoc Committee assignments
• Review of the 2022 Workplan
• Introduction of Monterey County Poet Laureate Daniel Summerhill

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission held a special meeting to consider projects for utilizing NIC funds. No specific project names or dollar amounts were listed in the agenda.

• Consideration of projects to utilize NIC funds

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The Seaside City Council and Successor Agency will review several items including a property acquisition and contract approvals. The agenda also includes discussions on the Abandoned Building Program and replacing a basketball court at Lincoln Cunningham Park. Presentations regarding public safety and vaccination updates are scheduled.

• Purchase of real property at 962 Hilby Avenue for $500,000.00
• Engineering trailer modification contract up to $39,378.93
• Grant writing services agreement with California Consulting, LLC up to $60,000.00
• Transfer of Blanco Road to the County of Monterey via Quit Claim Deed
• Approval of City checks totaling $1,443,338.45 for late 2021

The City Council approved the consent agenda (except item 8E, which was pulled and then approved separately) and adopted the Broadway Walk of Fame policy. They also gave direction to bring back discussions on the abandoned building program and to obtain an estimate for a new basketball court at Lincoln-Cunningham Park. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda items A-D, F-I (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving changes to Boards, Commissions, and Committees Handbook (5-0)
• Adopted Broadway Walk of Fame policy (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back discussion on abandoned building program
• Directed staff to obtain estimate for full asphalt basketball court at Lincoln-Cunningham Park

General

The City Council is holding a public hearing regarding the extension of Urgency Ordinance 2011. This action would implement California Senate Bill 9, which provides for ministerial approval of lot splits and up to two units in single-family residential zones.

• Public hearing to extend Urgency Ordinance 2011 regarding Senate Bill 9 implementation

The Seaside City Council voted 4-1 to extend Urgency Ordinance 2011, which establishes regulations for the subdivision and development of qualified Senate Bill 9 properties in single-family residential zones. The ordinance allows ministerial approval of up to two units and/or a lot split. Councilmember Wizard voted no.

• Extended Urgency Ordinance 2011 for SB 9 housing regulations (4-1)
• Councilmember Wizard voted against the extension

General

The Seaside Homeless Commission is discussing several initiatives to support the local unhoused population. This includes evaluating the feasibility of a mobile hygiene unit and reviewing how to allocate the remaining $2,850 in the fiscal year budget. The commission will also receive an update on housing resources and community partnerships.

• Feasibility of purchasing a 2-stall mobile shower for an estimated $40,000
• Allocation of the remaining $2,850 in the FY 2021/2022 budget
• Presentation on Accessory Dwelling Units and potential tiny homes in Seaside
• Update on purchasing a Home Depot shed for Casa de Noche Buena Family Shelter
• Discussion regarding the viability of a hotel voucher program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for a use permit and architectural review. The proposal involves constructing an exterior stairway onto a 440 square-foot balcony at a single-family residence.

• Use Permit UP-22-01 and Architectural Review BAR-22-01 for 1660 Sierra Avenue
• Construction of an exterior stairway onto a 440 square-foot balcony

City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Senate Bill 9 regulations for single-family zones. Members will also discuss options for a commercial vacancy tax and penalties for blighted buildings. The agenda includes several community appointments and financial approvals.

• Extension of Urgency Ordinance 2011 to implement SB 9 regulations
• Approval of Phase 2A & 2B Final Subdivision Map for The Enclave
• $3,000 donation from the Mayor's Youth Fund to Seaside High School Boys Basketball
• Discussion on commercial vacancy tax and blighted building penalties
• $11,233.05 monthly fee waiver for Seaside Pony Baseball and Softball field use

The Seaside City Council approved a resolution adopting selection criteria for additional cannabis retail shops and amending the city's fee schedule for FY 2021-2022. The council also continued a public hearing on extending an urgency ordinance related to Senate Bill 9 to January 27, 2022. A discussion on a vacancy tax and blighted building penalty was removed from the work plan. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including several resolutions and appointments.

• Adopted Resolution #22-15 approving cannabis selection criteria and fee schedule amendment (5-0)
• Continued public hearing on SB 9 urgency ordinance extension to January 27, 2022 (5-0)
• Removed vacancy tax and blighted building penalty discussion from work plan (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, checks, appointments, and proclamations (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution #22-09 approving on-call surveyor firms list
• Adopted Resolution #22-10 rejecting bids for ADU demonstration project
• Adopted Resolution #22-11 approving subdivision improvement agreement for The Enclave Phase 2A & 2B
• Adopted Resolution #22-12 authorizing facility use agreement with Seaside Pony Baseball and Softball, waiving $11,233.05 monthly fees

General

The Neighborhood Improvement Commission is holding a special meeting to elect new officers. The commission will discuss allocated funds for struggling Seaside businesses and plan 2022 neighborhood clean up days. Members will also consider designating a city-wide 'Rubbish Removal Day'.

• Election of officers
• Consideration of allocated funds for struggling Seaside businesses
• Planning 2022 neighborhood clean up days
• Designating a city-wide 'Rubbish Removal Day'
• Assignment of neighborhoods for House of the Quarter 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review proposed amendments to the Seaside Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to comply with State law. The commission will also consider design improvements for Cutino Park and a duplex addition at 987 Harcourt Avenue.

• Amendments to Section 17.52.230 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Design approval for Cutino Park improvements including a pump track and playground
• Architectural review for a duplex addition at 987 Harcourt Avenue
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair

General

The Environmental Commission will discuss a study session with City Council regarding a Climate Action Plan or Sustainability Plan. The commission will also receive an update on consultant progress helping businesses transition from single-use plastics to compostables.

• Discussion of experts and facilitation for a Climate Action Plan study session
• Update on transitioning businesses from single-use plastics to compostables
• Approval of December 14, 2021 meeting minutes

Art and History Commission

The Art and History Commission will discuss recommendations regarding updates to Ordinance 986. The commission is also scheduled to review the 2022 work plan.

• Review of recommendations to update Ordinance 986
• Discussion of the 2022 Work Plan

C-JOBS

The Commission on Jobs, Opportunities and Businesses in Seaside will discuss its 2022 Strategic Plan Retreat. This session aims to develop a work plan for the year using 2021 accomplishments and ongoing development projects as a foundation.

• Discussion of the 2022 Strategic Plan Retreat
• Review of 2021 CJOBS accomplishments
• Overview of economic development guiding principles

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Seaside Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to review the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list. The commission will also discuss Seaside Municipal Code Section 9.08 and introduce a newly appointed commissioner.

• Introduction of a newly appointed commissioner
• Review and discussion of the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list
• Review and discussion of Seaside Municipal Code Section 9.08
• Approval of November 15, 2021 minutes

Oversight Board to the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Seaside

The meeting includes discussions on outdoor dining program guidelines and amendments to the city fee schedule. The agenda also features several contract approvals for fire station upgrades and various community fund contributions.

• $1,093,000 purchase of real property at 490 Broadway Ave
• Contract amendment with The Wallace Group up to $41,689 for fire station upgrades
• Agreement with M3 Environmental up to $29,410 for asbestos abatement oversight
• $3,000 donations from the Mayor's Youth Fund to the Black Caucus and High School Girls Soccer
• Resolution to temporarily overfill one firefighter position

The City Council/Successor Agency approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement for the real property at 490 Broadway Ave for $1,093,000 (4-1). The consent agenda was approved as presented except for item 8P, which was pulled and voted on separately. The council also adopted resolutions for the outdoor dining program guidelines, support for California Guaranteed Health Care for All Act (AB 1400) and Medicare for All (H.R. 1976), and several other items.

• Approved purchase of 490 Broadway Ave for $1,093,000 (4-1, Reso #22-06)
• Approved consent agenda except item 8P (5-0)
• Adopted outdoor dining program guidelines with modification of 3 parking spots (5-0, Reso #22-07)
• Adopted resolution supporting AB 1400 and Medicare for All (5-0, Reso #22-08)
• Adopted resolution re-establishing loans per Health and Safety Code 34191.4 (Reso #22-01SA)
• Approved ROPS 22-23 for period July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
• Approved fee waivers for Hospice Giving Foundation and Hindu Temple of Monterey Peninsula
• Adopted resolution authorizing remote teleconference meetings (Reso #22-05)