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Carmel-by-the-SeaCA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$2,000,001 Typical home value $2,430,289 +6.9% yr/yr · +23.1% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (18)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Jeff Baron — Councilmember
- Karen Ferlito — Councilmember
- Alissandra Dramov — Councilmember
- Richards — Mayor Pro Tem
- Potter — Mayor
- Hans Buder — Councilmember
- Delves — Councilmember
- Pro Tern Bobby — Mayor
- Dale Byrne — Mayor
- Jefi Baron — Councilmember
- Gouncilmember Baron
Who’s on the Historic Resources Board
- Gualtieri — Board Member
- Reinstein — Board Member
- Voris — Board Member
- Chroman — Board Member
- Goodhue — Board Member
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Allen — Commissioner
- Karapetkov
Development activity
20252 housing units ($1.7M)
🗳️ Election results (6 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2024-11-05
Dale Byrne ✓ 819 · Jeff Baron 701 · Dave Potter 616
City Council 2024-11-05
Hans Buder ✓ 1,200 · Bob Delves ✓ 971 · David O'Neil 616 · Danny Hala 303 · Parker Logan 231
Mayor 2022-11-08
Dave Potter ✓ 1,422
City Council 2022-11-08
Jeff Baron ✓ 998 · Alissandra Dramov ✓ 800 · Ashley Stoddard 708 · Daniel Parker Logan 513
Mayor 2020-11-03
Dave Potter ✓ 1,658 · Judy Refuerzo 578
City Council 2020-11-03
Karen Ferlito ✓ 1,121 · Bobby Richards ✓ 1,040 · Graeme A. Robertson 768 · Mo Massoudi 634
Upcoming
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 09:00
Harrison Memorial Library Board of Trustees
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 16:30
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 08:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:30
Community Activities Commission
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 14:30
Forest and Beach Commission
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Resources Board
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 08:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 16:30
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 09:30
Community Activities Commission
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 14:30
Forest and Beach Commission
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Resources Board
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Recent meetings
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 13:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review residential design guidelines and ADU ordinances
The Planning Commission will discuss updates to Residential Design Guidelines and draft ordinances for Accessory Dwelling Units. The body is also reviewing several design studies and use permits for local properties.
- Draft Residential Design Guidelines Update for Local Coastal Program amendment
- Use Permit UP 26173 to convert office space to two apartments at 470 4th Avenue
- Design Study DS 26268 for alterations to a residence at 1311 Monte Verde Street
- Design Review DR 26317 for landscaping and sidewalk work at 613 Lincoln Street and 325 Ocean Avenue
- Draft Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance and related Objective Design and Development Standards
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Planning Commissioners Mel Ahlborn, Stefan
Karapetkov, Michael LePage, Stephanie Locke,
Kevin Ruess
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Special Meeting
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
1:00 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-
us.zoom.us/j/81354771424?pwd=YO2L2Kft6II0LtPujGGAqnivOt1WU5.1 To attend Zoom
webinar via telephone, dial +1 (669) 444-9171, Webinar ID: 813 5477 1424, Passcode:
001916
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or using the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to
[email protected]. Comments must be r …
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Resources Board
Carmel-by-the-Sea Historic Resources Board meeting of Oct 19, 2026 is canceled
The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea issued a cancellation notice for the Historic Resources Board regular meeting scheduled for October 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 662 Monte Verde Street. No agenda items were noticed or decided; the notice contains only the cancellation and posting information. The next scheduled regular meeting is Monday, November 16, 2026.
- Oct 19, 2026 Historic Resources Board meeting canceled
- Next regular meeting scheduled for Nov 16, 2026
- Notice posted Sept 29, 2026 at City Hall, Harrison Memorial Library, the Post Office, and the city webpage
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CANCELLATION NOTICE
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
October 19, 2026 Historic Resources Board Regular Meeting
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regular Historic Resources Board Meeting of
October 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the Council Chambers, located at 662 Monte Verde
Street in Carmel-by-the-Sea, has been canceled. The next scheduled regular meeting
is Monday, November 16, 2026.
Dated this 29th Day of September 2026
__________________________________________
/s/ Shelby Gorman, Recording Secretary
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA ) ss.
COUNTY OF MONTEREY )
I, Shelby Gorman, Administrative Coordinator of the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea, being duly sworn,
depose that on the 29th day of September 2026, did cause to be posted a copy of the foregoing
Notice of Cancellation at City Hall located at 662 Monte Verde Street, Harrison Memorial Library
located at 345 Ocean Avenue, the Carmel-by-the-Sea Post Office located at 422 5th Avenue, and
the City's webpage (http://www.ci.carmel.ca.us) in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
__________________________________________
/s/ Shelby Gorman, Recording Secretary
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 13:00
Building Code Board of Appeals
Board to hear appeal regarding restroom and sprinkler requirements for local restaurant
The Building Code Board of Appeals will conduct a site tour and a public hearing. The board is considering an appeal regarding building requirements for a specialty restaurant tenant space.
- Appeal 250598: Request by Jennifer Blevins to waive requirements for a public restroom and fire sprinkler system at the southwest corner of Mission Street and Ocean Avenue (Mad Dogs & Englishmen)
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
BUILDING CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
AGENDA
Board Members Carolyn Bjorklund, Adam Jeselnick, Ethan Hare, Gail
Lehman, Gerry Paratore, Brent Sepulvado, Nate Smith
City Council Chambers
662 Monte Verde Street
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
Regular Meeting
Monday, October 19, 2026
Tour - 1:00 PM
Meeting - 1:30 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/82952469331
Webinar ID: 829 5246 9331
Passcode: 237759
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to
[email protected]. Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the
meeting in order to be provided t …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review residential and commercial use permits
The Planning Commission will conduct a tour of project sites followed by a meeting to discuss various use permits and design studies. The body will consider several residential alterations and new commercial business applications.
- Use permit to convert office space to two apartments at 470 4th Avenue
- Use permit amendment for a full line restaurant at 436 Ocean Avenue
- Appeal of a denied use permit for a drinking place at 653 Lincoln Street
- Proposal to replace a 1,460-sq-ft home with a 1,943-sq-ft home at 590 Casanova Street
- Use permit for a specialty food store at 438 7th Avenue
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Planning Commissioners Mel Ahlborn, Stefan
Karapetkov, Michael LePage, Stephanie Locke,
Kevin Ruess
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
TOUR - 2:00 PM
MEETING - 4:00 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-
us.zoom.us/j/85075274055?pwd=xjGuf1VHPManTYPLVc94aalwt24Tld.1
To attend Zoom webinar via telephone, dial +1 (669) 444-9171, Webinar ID: 850 7527
4055, Passcode: 001916
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to
[email protected]. Co …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 10:00
Other Community Meeting
908 San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:30
Community Activities Commission
Activities Commission to review past and upcoming events
The Community Activities Commission will meet to discuss the status of city events. The body will review previous activities, plan for upcoming events, and receive reports from Ad Hoc Committees.
- Review of past events
- Discussion of upcoming events
- Reports from Ad Hoc Committees
- Approval of September 8, 2026 meeting minutes
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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# CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA ACTIVITIES COMMISSION AGENDA
|Commissioners Alexa Dieterle, Kati Enea, Jeff Meacham, Ellen Martin, and Maria Ruess|City Council Chambers 662 Monte Verde Street Carmel-by-the-Sea, California|
|---|---|
|Regular Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 2026 9:30 AM||
|HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page at: [https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams). To participate in the meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser. [https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/81255949988](https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/81255949988) Webinar ID: 812 5594 9988 Passcode: 456770 Dial in: (669) 444-9171 HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected]. Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the meeting in order …
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:00
Other Community Meeting
Carmel-by-the-Sea to hold El Niño preparation meeting
City staff and partner agencies will present information on community preparations for a likely strong El Niño winter. The meeting will cover storm alerts and city coordination efforts.
- Information on storm alerts
- Sandbag pickup locations at Vista Lobos and Sunset Center
- Expert panel featuring City Staff and Partner Agencies
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908 San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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Carmel-By-The-Sea Prepares for El Niño
A strong El Niño is likely this winter. Let’s prepare together.
OCT
12
Monday • 5–7 p.m.
Sunset Center, Carpenter Hall
Everyone welcome
E X P E R T P A N E L
Hear from City Staff and Partner Agencies
Get the facts, practical tips and answers from the people preparing our community
W H A T T O E X P E C T
How the City & Partners
are preparing together
How you’ll get
storm alerts
Answers to
your questions
Have a question? Submit it when you RSVP, or fill out a question card at the event.
G E T R E A D Y N O W
SCAN TO RSVP &
SUBMIT A QUESTION
I N P A R T N E R S H I P W I T H
Sign up for Alert Monterey County
Pick up sandbags at Vista Lobos & Sunset Center
ci.carmel.ca.us/carmel-prepares
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 14:30
Forest and Beach Commission
Commission to consider removal of Monterey Pine tree at 1012 Junipero
The Forest and Beach Commission will hold a public hearing to approve or deny the removal of a tree. The body will also receive reports on beach cleanup, storm preparation, and wildfire prevention.
- Public hearing for removal of one Monterey Pine tree at Junipero Ave 2 SE of 10th Ave (TR 26-135 - 1012 Junipero)
- Carmel Cares Beach Cleanup Annual Report
- Presentation on city preparation for upcoming El Niño storm
- Presentation on draft Fire Defense Plan from the City’s Wildfire Prevention Committee
- Discussion on Tree Replacement Process
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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# CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA FOREST AND BEACH COMMISSION AGENDA
|Forest and Beach Commissioners Sarah Berling, Kelly Brezoczky, Tamara Michie, Harry Ross, and Neal Rutta|All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers East Side of Monte Verde Street Between Ocean and 7th Avenues|
|---|---|
|Regular Meeting Thursday, October 8, 2026 2:30 PM||
|Tour 2:00 PM||
|Meeting 2:30 PM||
|HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page at: [https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams). To participate in the meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser. [https://www.google.com/url?q=https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/81915763837](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/81915763837) Webinar ID: 819 1576 3837 Passcode: 622631 Join by phone: (253) 215-8782 HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken a …
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 16:30
City Council
Carmel council weighs housing law changes, El Niño emergency, First Murphy House lease
The Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM to take up several items, including a proposed shared use of the First Murphy House, storm and shoreline preparedness, and a resolution ratifying a local emergency declared over an anticipated El Niño event. A public hearing covers the first reading of an ordinance amending multiple Municipal Code chapters to implement General Plan Housing Element programs and comply with State housing law. The council will also receive a Car Week after-action report and consider a resolution adopting the FY 2026-27 At-Will Compensation and Benefits Plan.
- Proposed shared use of the First Murphy House by the Chamber of Commerce and Carmel Heritage Society, with direction on whether to draft a lease
- Resolution 2026-076 ratifying a local emergency proclamation by the Acting City Administrator due to anticipated El Niño event 2026-2027
- Presentation on El Niño/storm preparedness, shoreline projects, and resource allocation
- Resolution 2026-075 adopting the FY 2026-27 At-Will (Unrepresented) Compensation and Benefits Plan, including reduced CalPERS retirement contributions and a new City Administrator salary range
- First reading of Ordinance No. 2026-005 amending Municipal Code Chapters 17.08, 17.14, 17.18, 17.38, 17.64, and 17.68 to implement Housing Element programs and comply with State housing law
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder,
Bob Delves, and Alissandra Dramov
City Council Chambers
662 Monte Verde Street
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
4:30 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the
meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are
technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly
as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's
YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser and enter the passcode.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/83138976374
Webinar ID: 831 3897 6374
Passcode: 862068
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module,
provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-
person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected]. Comments must be
received at least 2 hours before the meeting in order to be provided to the le …
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
Carmel council weighs downtown streetscape plan, police drone policy, city administrator search
The Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026, for a special meeting with a consent agenda and several discussion items. Beyond routine approvals, the council will hear a library restoration update, review a draft drone policy for the police department, discuss the city administrator recruitment process, and take up a downtown streetscape plan continued from September 1. Closed session covers labor negotiations with the LiUNA units and lease negotiations for the Sunset Center at 908 San Carlos Street.
- Resolution 2026-071: purchase of a 2027 Ford F-550 truck with dump bed and lift gate from National Auto Fleet Group for $98,576.14
- Resolution 2026-072: partially grants the appeal of Bruce and Linda Taylor (APP 26270, McWhorter), denying the rooftop deck and otherwise upholding Planning Commission approval of a Coastal Development Permit and Final Design Study at Carmelo Street 2 NE of Ocean Avenue
- Resolution 2026-070: approves a Girls on the Run Central Coast 'Family 5K' on January 9, 2027, with an exemption to Municipal Code Chapter 8.56 on sound amplification and street/Del Mar parking lot closures
- Resolution 2026-074: authorizes a $1,917.00 refund of Design Study application fees to Jill Layman
- Closed session: labor negotiations with the General Employees Unit and Management Employees Unit (LiUNA), and lease price and terms for Sunset Center, 908 San Carlos Street (APN: 010-143-001-000)
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder,
Bob Delves, and Alissandra Dramov
City Council Chambers
662 Monte Verde Street
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Special Meeting
Monday, October 5, 2026
3:00 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the
meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are
technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly
as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's
YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/88134597723
Webinar ID: 881 3459 7723
Passcode: 954379
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module,
provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-
person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected]. Comments must be
received at least 2 hours before the meeting in order to be provided to the legislative body. Comments …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 09:00
Harrison Memorial Library Board of Trustees
Library board to review restoration project progress and August reports
The Harrison Memorial Library Board of Trustees is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve the August minutes, receive the Librarian's and Treasurer's reports for August (including the check register), and hear progress reports on the library restoration project and recent Carmel Public Library Foundation activities. The agenda is largely routine oversight and reporting, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from August 26, 2026 regular meeting
- Receive Librarian's Report for August 2026
- Receive Treasurer's Report for August 2026 and approve check register
- Progress report on Harrison Memorial Library Restoration Project
- Report from Carmel Public Library Foundation on recent activities
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
HARRISON MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES AGENDA
Trustees Marguerite Blum, Joe DiNucci,
Marie-Clare Gorham, Donna Jett, and Mary Jo
Williams
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
9:00 AM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/82867810298
Webinar ID: 828 6781 0298
Passcode: 137728
Dial in: (669) 444-9171
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to
[email protected]. Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the
meeting in order to b …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 13:30
Traffic Safety Committee
Traffic Safety Committee to discuss speed control and parking regulations
The committee will review several requests regarding traffic safety, including stop signs, speed limit signage, and parking restrictions. Members will also discuss a draft ordinance for electric vehicles in city parks and nature preserves.
- Request for additional stop sign on San Antonio between Eighth Avenue and Thirteenth Avenue
- Consideration of painting an 'X' on Lincoln Street near Fifth Avenue
- Consideration of painting an 'X' on Dolores Street and Tenth Avenue
- Draft ordinance to regulate electric bikes/vehicles in Mission Trail Nature Preserve and other City Parks
- Request for 15 mph signs on Mountain View and Crespi Avenue
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Traffic Safety Committee Members:
Todd Trayer, Police Chief
Brandon Swanson, Acting Community Planning & Building Director
Yanni Demitri, PE, TE, Public Works Director
Rob Culver, Public Works Superintendent
All meetings are held in the City Council
Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Traffic Safety Committee Meeting
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
1:30 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser and enter the passcode.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/85036080205
Webinar ID: 850 3608 0205
Passcode: 266540
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 14:30
Traffic Safety Committee
Traffic Safety Committee to tour sites for stop signs, bike rules, parking changes
The Traffic Safety Committee will conduct an on-site tour to inspect locations related to traffic safety requests, including a new stop sign on San Antonio, speed limit signs, parking restrictions, and a draft ordinance on electric bikes in parks. The committee will review these items and consider recommendations, with public participation welcome during the tour.
- Request for additional stop sign on San Antonio between Eighth and Thirteenth Avenues due to speeding
- Code Compliance Case #26147: painting an 'X' on Lincoln Street near Fifth Avenue to prevent gate blocking
- Painting an 'X' on Dolores Street and Tenth Avenue corner to prevent walkway blocking
- Draft ordinance to regulate electric bikes/vehicles in Mission Trail Nature Preserve and other City Parks
- Proposed 10-minute green zone on Ocean Avenue near Carmel Drug Store for medication pickups
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Traffic Safety Committee Members:
Todd Trayer, Police Chief
Brandon Swanson, Acting Community Planning & Building Director
Yanni Demitri, PE, TE, Public Works Director
Rob Culver, Public Works Superintendent
All meetings are held in the City Council
Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Traffic Safety Committee Meeting — TOUR OF INSPECTION
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
2:30 PM
Tour of Inspection — Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Tour Time - 2:30
TOUR OF INSPECTION - 2:30 pm
Prior to calling the meeting to order, the Traffic Safety Committee will do an on-site tour to
inspect the locations listed on the agenda. Members of the public are welcome to join the tour.
TOUR OF INSPECTION - September 22, 2026, at 2:30 pm
1) 1. Review a request for an additional stop sign on San Antonio between
Eighth Avenue and Thirteenth Avenue due to excessive speeding.
2. Review Code Compliance Case# 26147; consider the painting of an
“X” on the east side of Lincoln Street 5 north-east of Fifth Avenue due to
vehicles blocking the front gate.
3. Review the consideration of painting an “X” on the south-east corner
of Dolores Street and Tenth Avenue to prevent vehicles from blocking
the front walkway.
4. Discussion about the draft of an ordinance to regulate electric
bikes/vehicles in Mission Trail Nature Preserve and oth …
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 16:00
Historic Resources Board
Historic Resources Board to review Cypress Inn exterior alterations
The Carmel-by-the-Sea Historic Resources Board will hold a tour and regular meeting, including a public hearing on a Track 1 Design Review for exterior alterations and site improvements at the historic Cypress Inn (La Ribera Hotel). The board will also discuss the renovation of the former Forge in the Forest restaurant into The Corner Market. Consent agenda items include approval of meeting minutes from August and September.
- Public hearing on DR 25288 (Cypress Inn) for exterior alterations at Lincoln Street and 7th Avenue
- Discussion of Forge in the Forest renovation for The Corner Market at Junipero and 5th Avenue
- Approval of August 17, 2026 regular meeting minutes
- Approval of September 9, 2026 special joint meeting minutes
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
HISTORIC RESOURCES BOARD AGENDA
Historic Resources Board Members Jordan Chroman,
Erik Dyar, Katherine Gualtieri, Thomas Reinstein, and
Bobbie Voris
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Regular Meeting
Monday, September 21, 2026
TOUR - 3:30 PM
MEETING - 4:00 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-
us.zoom.us/j/88188362744?pwd=9H2DI5GuqQ2eCddEodDJusxbLVYLhX.1
To attend Zoom webinar via telephone, dial +1 669-444-9171. Webinar ID: 881 8836 2744.
Passcode: 001916
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to sgorman …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 16:00
Other Community Meeting
Community meeting on Objective Design and Development Standards
This is the fourth community meeting on the Objective Design and Development Standards (ODDS), where the City Council will discuss and gather public input on proposed design and development standards. The meeting is hybrid, allowing in-person and remote participation. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Community Meeting #4 on Objective Design and Development Standards (ODDS)
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2010 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Community Planning and Building
Department
City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Community Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
4:00 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend
the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there
are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as
quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on
the City's YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate
in the meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser and enter the passcode.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/82220668339?pwd=oOCBILER5ORNeFEyyFz3CTpnSanUCj.1
Webinar ID: 822 2066 8339
Passcode: 001916
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module,
provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-
person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected]. Comments must
be received at least 2 hours before the meeting in order to be provided to the legisl …
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 14:30
Forest and Beach Commission
Commission to discuss park charcoal barbecue removal and habitat restoration
The Forest and Beach Commission will discuss the removal or mitigation of city-owned charcoal barbecues in public parks. The meeting also includes a discussion on the North Dunes Habitat Restoration Project Year 10 and the nomination of a new Commission Chair.
- On-site tour of Forest Hill Park BBQ Area on Mission Street
- Nomination of Forest and Beach Commission Chair
- North Dunes Habitat Restoration Project Year 10, 2025-2026
- Discussion on removal or mitigation of city-owned charcoal barbecues in public parks
- August 2026 Foresters Report
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# CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA FOREST AND BEACH COMMISSION AGENDA
|Forest and Beach Commissioners Sarah Berling, Kelly Brezoczky, Tamara Michie, Harry Ross, and Neal Rutta|All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers East Side of Monte Verde Street Between Ocean and 7th Avenues|
|---|---|
|Regular Meeting Thursday, September 10, 2026 2:30 PM||
|Tour 2:00 PM||
|Meeting 2:30 PM||
|HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page at: [https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams). To participate in the meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser. [https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/86105775405](https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/86105775405) Webinar ID: 861 0577 5405 Passcode: 028440 Join by phone: (253) 215-8782 HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 12:00
City Council
City Council to discuss City Administrator recruitment status
The Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the current status of recruitment for the City Administrator position. The Council may provide direction to staff regarding this process.
- Status of recruitment for City Administrator
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Bob
Delves, and Alissandra Dramov
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Special Meeting
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
12:00 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/81612190616
Webinar ID: 816 1219 0616
Passcode: 452607
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to
[email protected]. Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the
meeting in or …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Design review for exterior changes at Harrison Memorial Library
The Planning Commission and Historic Resources Board will hold a joint meeting to consider a design review for the Harrison Memorial Library. The project involves exterior changes and site improvements at the northeast corner of Lincoln Street and Ocean Avenue. The Commission will also conduct a tour of inspection of the project site.
- MP 26218 (Harrison Memorial Library): Design review for exterior changes and site improvements
- Public hearing and tour of inspection for the Harrison Memorial Library site
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||CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA JOINT MEETING AGENDA|
|---|---|
|Planning Commissioners Mel Ahlborn, Stefan Karapetkov, Michael LePage, Stephanie Locke, Kevin Ruess Historic Resources Board Members Jordan Chroman, Erik Dyar, Katherine Gualtieri, Thomas Reinstein, and Bobbie Voris|All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers East Side of Monte Verde Street between Ocean and 7th Avenues|
|Special Joint Meeting Of the Planning Commission and the Historic Resources Board Wednesday, September 9, 2026 4:00 PM||
|HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page at: [https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams). To participate in the meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser. [https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/85075274055?pwd=xjGuf1VHPManTYPLVc94aalwt24Tld.1](https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/85075274055?pwd=xjGuf1VHPManTYPLVc94aalwt24Tld.1) To attend Zoom webinar via telephone, dial +1 (669) 444-9171, Webinar ID: 850 7527 4055, Passcode: 001916 HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT The publ …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review several residential design and use permit applications
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding multiple design studies and coastal development permits. The meeting includes a site tour of several project locations and a discussion on the Residential Design Guidelines workplan.
- DS 26040 (Smith & Chi): Additions and a detached ADU at Monte Verde Street 2 northwest of 12th Avenue
- DS 26174 (Novy): 324-square-foot addition at Mission Street 2 northwest of Santa Lucia Avenue
- DS 26085 (Stone): Demolition and new 2,588-square-foot residence at Camino Real and 4th Avenue
- UP 26154 (A.W. Shucks): Use Permit amendment to update food service to a full line restaurant on Ocean Avenue
- DS 24325 (A&C Properties): Carport conversion and site alterations at 2nd Avenue 2 northwest of Lincoln Avenue
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# CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
|Planning Commissioners Mel Ahlborn, Stefan Karapetkov, Michael LePage, Stephanie Locke, Kevin Ruess|All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers East Side of Monte Verde Street between Ocean and 7th Avenues|
|---|---|
|Regular Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026||
|TOUR - 2:30 PM||
|MEETING - 4:00 PM or as soon thereafter following the Special Meeting||
|HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page at: [https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams](https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams). To participate in the meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser. [https://ci-carmel-ca-](https://ci-carmel-ca-) us.zoom.us/j/85075274055?pwd=xjGuf1VHPManTYPLVc94aalwt24Tld.1 To attend Zoom webinar via telephone, dial +1 (669) 444-9171, Webinar ID: 850 7527 4055, Passcode: 001916 HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zo …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 12:00
City Council
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:30
Community Activities Commission
Commission to discuss annual community events volume and policy
The Community Activities Commission is holding a regular hybrid meeting to review past events, discuss upcoming ones, receive committee reports, and hold a workshop. A key item is the annual community events volume and policy discussion, which may shape future event planning. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific contracts or financial decisions listed.
- Approve minutes from July 14, 2026 regular meeting
- Review past events
- Discuss upcoming events
- Receive reports from Ad Hoc Committees
- Annual Community Events Volume and Policy Discussion
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
ACTIVITIES COMMISSION AGENDA
Commissioners Alexa Dieterle, Kati
Enea, Jeff Meacham, Ellen Martin,
and Maria Ruess
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
9:30 AM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to
attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal
even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any
technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also
watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the meeting via
Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/83720340940
Webinar ID: 837 2034 0940
Passcode: 702563
Dial in: (669) 444-9171
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference
module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken
after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected].
Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the meeting in order to be provided to the
legislative bod …
Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 13:00
Other Community Meeting
Community forum to discuss qualities for the next City Administrator
The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea is hosting a community forum to gather input on the selection of its next City Administrator. Residents can share ideas in person at City Hall or via Zoom regarding the experience and priorities desired in the role.
- Community forum regarding City Administrator recruitment
- Online survey available for anonymous feedback
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CITY OF
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CALIFORNIA
COMMUNITY
INPUT REQUESTED
HELP SHAPE THE NEXT
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea is seeking an experienced local government leader to serve as its next City
Administrator — a highly visible role that balances strong organizational performance with preserving Carmel’s
character and exceptional quality of life. We are interested in hearing what the community is looking for!
COMMUNITY FORUM
Share your ideas and help shape the next
City Administrator in person.
DATE:
Friday, September 4, 2026
TIME:
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Pacific Time
LOCATION:
Carmel City Hall – Council Chambers
(90), East side of Monte Verde Street
between Ocean and 7th Avenues,
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
JOIN VIA ZOOM
Watch live and submit your comments
remotely.
JOIN FROM PC, MAC, IPAD OR ANDROID:
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/
j/89208665939?pwd=bgTaeb
RP22FPxtq3miGuNiL2qWRT4B.1
PASSCODE: 757271
WEBINAR ID: 892 0866 5939
INTERNATIONAL NUMBERS:
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/u/kd2VmarIwa
The forum will be recorded and streamed live
via Zoom for remote viewing and comments.
TAKE THE SURVEY
If you aren’t able to be there, or would
rather give your feedback anonymously,
use this survey.
SURVEY LINK
www.surveymonkey.com/r/9MHZJVK
Tell us the qualities, experience and priorities
you would like to see in the City’s next leader.
SCAN FOR DIRECTIONS
SCAN TO JOIN THE WEBINAR
SCAN TO TAKE THE SURVEY
CONTACT:
866-929-9227
[email protected]
www.wbcpinc.com
Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 13:00
Other Community Meeting
East Side of Monte Verde St, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 16:30
City Council
Council to discuss city fees, home hardening, and City Administrator recruitment
The City Council will consider adopting a revised fee schedule and interim home hardening regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on the City Administrator recruitment process and a new downtown streetscape plan.
- Public hearing for Resolution 2026-066: revised FY 2026-2027 Citywide service fee schedule
- Adoption of Urgency Ordinance 2026-004: interim citywide home hardening regulations
- Discussion on City Administrator recruitment and Resolution 2026-067 regarding salary ranges
- Report and direction regarding a Downtown Streetscape Plan
- Resolution 2026-065: FY 2026-2027 At-Will Compensation and Benefits Plan
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Bob Delves, and
Alissandra Dramov
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
4:30 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the
meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are
technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as
possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's
YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser and enter the passcode.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/83138976374
Webinar ID: 831 3897 6374
Passcode: 862068
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module,
provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-
person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected]. Comments must be
received at least 2 hours before the m …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 15:30
City Council
Council to discuss letter from Vinz Koller and give direction
This is a special meeting with a single agenda item: discussion of a letter from Vinz Koller received August 29, 2026, and a request for direction from the City Council. No other business is listed, and the agenda is otherwise procedural.
- Discussion of letter from Vinz Koller received August 29, 2026
- Request for direction from City Council
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Bob Delves, and
Alissandra Dramov
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Special Meeting
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
3:30 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the
meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are
technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly
as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's
YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/86986722919
Webinar ID: 869 8672 2919
Passcode: 392594
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module,
provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-
person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected]. Comments must be
received at least 2 hours before the meeting in order to be …
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
City Council to discuss fire system purchase and residential construction appeal
The City Council will hold a special meeting including an on-site tour of Carmelo Street. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding a residential demolition and reconstruction appeal, a fire station alerting system purchase, and labor negotiations.
- Public hearing on an appeal for a 1,555-square-foot residence at Carmelo Street 2 northeast of Ocean Avenue
- Resolution to purchase a G2 Fire Station Alerting System from U.S. Digital Designs for up to $174,000
- Resolution granting Pacific Repertory Theater a $100,000 building permit fee waiver for the Golden Bough Theater renovation
- Appointment of three members to the Building Code Board of Appeals
- Closed session regarding lease price and terms for the First Murphy House
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Bob Delves, and
Alissandra Dramov
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Special Meeting
Monday, August 31, 2026
Tour at 2:30 PM
Meeting at 3:00 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the
meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are
technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as
possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's
YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/88134597723
Webinar ID: 881 3459 7723
Passcode: 954379
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module,
provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the in-
person comments. The public can also email comments to
[email protected]. Comments must be
received at least 2 hours before …
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 09:00
Harrison Memorial Library Board of Trustees
Library board to tour restoration site, review July finances and reports
The Harrison Memorial Library Board of Trustees will hold a hybrid regular meeting, starting with a tour of the Church of the Wayfarer before convening in chambers. The board will approve July meeting minutes and the check register, and receive reports on the library restoration project, foundation activities, local history services, strategic plan progress, and Saturday hours at the Park Branch Library.
- Tour of Inspection: Church of the Wayfarer, NW corner of Lincoln Street and 7th Avenue
- Approval of minutes for July 22, 2026 Special Meeting
- Approve check register for July 2026
- Progress report on Harrison Memorial Library Restoration Project
- Update on Saturday Library hours at Park Branch Library
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Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
📄 From the agenda
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
HARRISON MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES AGENDA
Trustees Marguerite Blum, Joe DiNucci,
Marie-Clare Gorham, Donna Jett, and Mary Jo
Williams
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
9:00 AM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/85940598603
Webinar ID: 859 4059 8603
Passcode: 938622
Dial in: (669) 444-9171
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to
[email protected]. Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the
meeting in order to be p …
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 13:30
Traffic Safety Committee
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 13:30
Traffic Safety Committee
Council Chambers, Carmel-by-the-Sea
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 13:30
City Council
City Council to consider appointment of City Administrator in closed session
This is a special meeting with a single closed-session item: the appointment of a City Administrator under Government Code Section 54957. No other business is scheduled. Public comment is allowed on this item before the closed session.
- Closed session: Public employee appointment for City Administrator
- Special meeting held in hybrid format (in-person and Zoom)
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✓ Decided: Council rejects canceling closed session on city administrator hire
The City Council held a special meeting and voted 2-2-1-0 against canceling a closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Administrator. The motion to move the item to open session on September 1 failed, with Mayor Pro Tem Delves absent. The council then proceeded into closed session at 1:47 p.m.
- Motion to cancel closed session and address City Administrator appointment in open session failed (2-2-1-0)
- Council proceeded to closed session for public employee appointment discussion
East Side of Monte Verde St, Carmel-by-the-Sea
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CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Bob
Delves, and Alissandra Dramov
All meetings are held in the City Council Chambers
East Side of Monte Verde Street
Between Ocean and 7th Avenues
Special Meeting
Monday, August 24, 2026
1:30 PM
HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome
to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as
normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to
resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from
home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page
at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the
meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser.
https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/81821190784
Webinar ID: 818 2119 0784
Passcode: 469615
Dial in: (253) 215-8782
HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom
teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom
comments will be taken after the in-person comments. The public can also email comments
to
[email protected]. Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the
meeting in order to …
📄 From the minutes
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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
Monday, August 24,2026
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Byme called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
Rol! call: Councilmemberc Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Alissandra Dramov, and Mayor Dale Byme
were present. Absent: Mayor Pro Tem Delves.
CLOSED SESSION
Item 1 - CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957 PUBLIC
EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Title: City Administrator
City Attorney Pierik read the closed session title.
Public comment:
Nancy Twomey
KristiReimers
Marisa Bermudez answered public comments, clariffing that a community meeting on the City
Administrator recruitment is set for Friday, September 4,2026, from 1-3 p.m.. She noted that the
September 1,2026, Regular City Council meeting wil! include an open session update on the
recruitment process to gather public input on the draft brochure.
Councilmember Dramov suggested voting against holding the closed session since the item
would be agendized for September 1st, a position supported by Councilmember Buder.
Councilmember Baron emphasized the city's tight deadline for the recruitment, advocating to
proceed with the closed session to avoid delays.
A motion introduced by Dramov and seconded by Buderto cancelthe closed session and address
the item in open session on September 1st failed on a 2-2-1-0 roll call vote.
Motion by Councilmember Dramov to cancelthe closed session and address the item in
open session o …
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilmember Dramov to cancelthe closed session and address the item in open session on September lst, seconded by Gouncilmember Buder. Motion failed, 2-2-1- 0 by the following roll…
2 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Dramov yea · Buder yea · Baron nay · Byrne nay · Delves absent
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Business establishments9,212 (116,784 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,982/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy40.2% (low numeracy 48% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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The money — in
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Revenue$35.1M
Spending$29.8M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
The money — out
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95 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
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