{ "city": "Sand City", "state": "California", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gr-sandcity/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-06", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "July 21, 2026 regular meeting cancelled", "summary": "The joint regular meeting of the Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency scheduled for July 21, 2026 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The next meeting date is not specified in this notice.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=305", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=305" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council meets in closed session for property talks and litigation", "summary": "This special meeting is almost entirely devoted to closed session discussions. The council will hold conferences on two property negotiations (APN 011-012-005 with Oyster Point Inn, LLC, and a former railroad right-of-way with the City of Seaside), discuss anticipated litigation based on a government claim, and evaluate the City Manager's performance. No substantive public business is scheduled in open session beyond roll call and adjournment.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=332", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=332" }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to decide on development agreement for Monterey Bay Shores Resort", "summary": "The Sand City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes a development agreement with New Dawn Equity Partners for the Monterey Bay Shores Resort. Other notable items include declaring a City Council vacancy, selecting a Vice Mayor, discussing the General Plan Update, and adopting an updated Emergency Operations Plan. A presentation from the County Emergency Management Department is also scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=304", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=304" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Sand City Art Committee", "headline": "Sand City Art Committee to discuss mural on Graniterock Batch Plant and define its role", "summary": "The committee will welcome new member Holly Temple, administer the oath of office, and approve prior meeting minutes. They will consider appointing a chair. Key discussions include an update on the mural at the Graniterock Batch Plant and a conversation about the committee's desired role and responsibilities.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=192", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=192", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=192" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Sand City Art Committee", "headline": "Committee to consider recommending mural on Salvation Army building", "summary": "The Sand City Art Committee will discuss and consider recommending that the City Council approve a mural on the Salvation Army building at 800 Scott Street. They will also receive an update on the Council's direction regarding the 2025 Mural Festival. Approval of prior meeting minutes is also on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=191", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=191", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=191" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "City to consider objecting to tax sale and purchasing property for public purposes", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency will hold a regular meeting with several new business items. They will consider approving a resolution to object to the County Tax Collector's sale of a tax-defaulted property (APN 011-125-040-000) and authorize the City Manager to apply to purchase it for public purposes. They will also consider a cost-sharing agreement for stormwater interceptor maintenance at the Sand Dollar Shopping Center, and an amendment to Conditional Use Permit 419 to modify parking conditions at 1725 Contra Costa Street. The agenda includes a presentation on Monterey One Water and updates on the Prohousing Designation application and funds.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=190", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=190", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=190" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Public hearing on auto repair shop conditional use permit at 351 Olympia Avenue", "summary": "The joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 26-004 for an automotive repair shop at 351 Olympia Avenue. Consent items include approving meeting minutes, recognizing Crime Victims' Rights Week, amending a vehicle purchase resolution, renewing a maintenance service agreement with Hope Rehabilitation Services, and accepting February 2026 financial reports. New business items include a continued first reading of an ordinance banning onshore facilities for offshore oil/gas, a resolution for sea level rise adaptation grant funding, a name change from Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Appreciation Day, and a resolution for the FY 2025-26 Street Maintenance and Rehabilitation Project. The council will also go into closed session for real property negotiations and anticipated litigation.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=189", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=189", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=189" }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council appoints Kim Scudder to fill vacancy", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency meet jointly to consider several items. The council will appoint Kim Scudder to fill the remaining term of former Councilmember Sofer. Other business includes discussing a proposed lease by Abilities Cafe for a portion of the Art Park, continuing a use permit amendment for parking reduction at 1725 Contra Costa Street, and entering closed session to negotiate property terms with Monterey County.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=188", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=188", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=188" }, { "date": "2026-04-10", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Closed session set for railroad right-of-way property talks", "summary": "This is a special joint meeting of the Sand City Council and Successor Agency. The agenda is largely procedural—roll call, public comment, and closed session. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss negotiations with Seaside car dealerships over a former railroad right-of-way (APN 011-301-028-000). Any action taken will be reported afterward.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=187", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=187", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=187" }, { "date": "2026-04-10", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to interview candidates, appoint new member to fill vacancy", "summary": "The Sand City Council will interview candidates and appoint a new councilmember to fill a vacancy. The consent calendar includes a resolution opposing offshore oil and gas drilling and deep seabed mining. A presentation will update the council on Casa de Noche Buena.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=186", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=186", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=186" }, { "date": "2026-04-10", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Sand City Council discusses municipal code amendments and city council vacancy", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency will meet to consider several administrative actions, including building code updates and a city council vacancy. The agenda also includes a proposed budget amendment for a new police officer position.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=185", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=185", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=185" }, { "date": "2026-04-10", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to discuss property negotiations with Seaside for railroad right-of-way", "summary": "This joint special meeting of the Sand City Council and Successor Agency includes closed-session discussions on anticipated litigation (six cases) and real property negotiations with the City of Seaside regarding a former railroad right-of-way (APN 011-301-028-000). The meeting also includes roll call, public comment, and adjournment.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=184", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=184", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=184" }, { "date": "2026-03-05", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to consider first reading of new building and fire codes ordinance", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency will hold a public hearing on first reading of an ordinance adopting updated building, fire, and related international codes. New business includes approving a stormwater management agreement with Monterey One Water, a $10,000 resident food security grant program, and consent to modify the Monterey County Tourism Improvement District. Consent items cover routine minutes, the 2026 meeting calendar, a $38,000 professional services agreement with Hanson Bridgett, and amendments to engineering agreements for stormwater projects on Catalina and Contra Costa Streets.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=183", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=183", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=183" }, { "date": "2026-03-05", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to consider General Plan update and electric street sweeper purchase", "summary": "The Sand City Council will vote on several consent and new business items, including a resolution authorizing a professional services agreement for a comprehensive General Plan update, and a resolution accepting a $200,000 grant plus $501,809.70 for a new electric street sweeper. Other actions involve declaring city-owned property as surplus, purchasing three vehicles, and amending a contract for multi-use trail planning. A presentation on the new city website will also be given.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=182", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=182", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=182" }, { "date": "2026-02-11", "body": "Budget and Personnel Committee", "headline": "Committee to review proposed FY 2025-2026 budget", "summary": "The Budget and Personnel Committee will consider and review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and make a recommendation for approval to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=181", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=181", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=181" }, { "date": "2026-02-11", "body": "Budget and Personnel Committee", "headline": "Committee to review audited FY 2024-25 financial reports", "summary": "The Budget and Personnel Committee will review audited financial reports for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and consider recommending their approval to the City Council. The committee also plans to approve minutes from its June 5, 2025 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=180", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=180", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=180" }, { "date": "2026-01-21", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to vote on $95k event coordination contract for West End Celebration", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency will consider approving a professional services agreement with Nadja De Maeseneer for up to $95,000 to coordinate the West End Celebration event. They will also receive an annual update from Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) and review the annual military equipment use report. Consent items include amendments to a surveying contract ($50,000) and delegation of authority for a bike trail grant. A public hearing on adopting updated building codes is continued to November 4, 2025.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=179", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=179", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=179" }, { "date": "2026-01-21", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Sand City Council holds special meeting regarding personnel and litigation", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency will hold a special meeting on October 21, 2025. The agenda includes a closed session for a public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager and a conference with legal counsel regarding seven cases of anticipated litigation.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=178", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=178", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=178" }, { "date": "2026-01-15", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to adopt housing element ordinances and approve fee schedule", "summary": "The Sand City Council will consider consent calendar items including second readings of ordinances to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element (urban lot splits, zoning amendments) and an ordinance on uses in enclosed buildings. New business includes approving the FY 2025-2026 fee schedule, reviewing the West End Celebration, and discussing joining a tourism improvement district.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=177", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=177", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=177" }, { "date": "2026-01-15", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Sand City Council to evaluate City Manager in closed session", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency are holding a special meeting on September 16, 2025, primarily to adjourn to closed session for a performance evaluation of the City Manager under Government Code Section 54957. The remainder of the agenda is procedural, consisting of roll call, public communications, and adjournment. No other substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=176", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=176", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=176" }, { "date": "2026-01-15", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "First reading of urban lot splits and housing element ordinances", "summary": "The Sand City Council and Successor Agency will hold public hearings on first readings of ordinances to add urban lot splits and implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element. Other key actions include a lease agreement for property at 501 Ortiz Avenue, a resolution for FEMA/OES financial assistance, and adoption of priority water/sewer policies for affordable housing. Consent items include recognizing California's 175th anniversary and honoring a local business.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=175", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=175", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=175" }, { "date": "2026-01-15", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Closed session to discuss litigation threat over coastal trail design", "summary": "This special joint meeting consists of roll call, public communications, and a closed session under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. The potential litigation stems from auto dealerships opposing the proposed design of the Sand City segment of the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, following oral threats made at the June 17, 2025 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=174", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=174", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=174" }, { "date": "2026-01-15", "body": "Joint Sand City Council and Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency", "headline": "Council to authorize Art Park site development and coastal trail partnership", "summary": "The Sand City Council will consider resolutions to begin developing the Art Park site on specified parcels and to pursue an operating agreement with State Parks for the Sand City Coastal Trail. A public hearing on an ordinance to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element has been continued to August 19, 2025. Consent items include approval of minutes, a $55,000 grant services contract with California Consulting, and acceptance of May and June financial reports. The Council will also approve solicitation of RFPs for a multiuse bike trail final design and adopt salary schedules for general employees and police officers.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=173", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=173", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=173" }, { "date": "2026-01-07", "body": "Design Review Committee", "headline": "Design Review Committee to weigh sign permits and mural project", "summary": "The Design Review Committee will meet to consider approval of several design-related items, including a sign and community library for A & R Plumbing, a sign permit for EconoWood Floors, and a Facade Improvement Program application for murals at Hawthorne Glass and Metal. The committee will also vote on meeting minutes from November 14, 2024. Public comments are accepted in person or via Zoom.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=172", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=172", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=172" }, { "date": "2026-01-07", "body": "Design Review Committee", "headline": "Design Review Committee considers exterior improvements and a sign permit", "summary": "The Design Review Committee will meet on April 15, 2025, to review specific property improvements. The agenda includes a review of exterior improvements at 600 Ortiz Avenue and a sign permit application for Caffe by Rosine's.", "agenda_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=171", "minutes_url": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/MinutesViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=171", "source": "https://sandcity.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=171" } ] }