Monterey County public meetings in 2025

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 25, 2025, was cancelled. The meeting was to be held at the Saffon Room in Salinas.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Saffon Room, 1441 Schilling Place, Salinas, CA 93901
• Meeting time: 1:30 PM
• Committee: Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

Workforce Development Board

The December 18, 2025 Executive Committee meeting of the Monterey County Workforce Development Board has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee

The Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of projects to review.

• Meeting cancelled: no projects to review
• Location: County of Monterey 'Rock House' Meeting Room at Cachagua Community Center
• Address: 37320 Nason Rd., Carmel Valley, CA 93924

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The December 17, 2025 meeting of the North County Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time. No decisions or discussions will take place.

South County Land Use Advisory Committee

The South County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025 was cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time. Consequently, no decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The scheduled meeting of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board of Directors for December 15, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• No items — meeting cancelled

Cannabis Committee

The Monterey County Cannabis Committee will review and approve the action minutes from its October 22, 2025 meeting, appoint a chair and vice‑chair, and adopt the calendar for 2026 meetings. The committee will also receive a report on current cannabis enforcement, an auditor‑controller memorandum on commercial cannabis tax collections, and a memo on the program budget and performance measures. Public comment will be taken before adjournment.

• Approve action minutes from the October 22, 2025 Cannabis Committee meeting
• Appoint Chair (Supervisor Chris Lopez) and Vice Chair (Supervisor Kate Daniels) of the Cannabis Committee
• Approve the Calendar Year 2026 Cannabis Committee meeting schedule
• Receive a report on current cannabis enforcement from Deputy Josue Ramirez-Padilla, Sheriff's Office
• Receive an Auditor‑Controller Office memorandum on commercial cannabis business tax collections from Kevin Tweedy

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will hold a public hearing on whether the County of Monterey's Housing Element update (REF250041) is consistent with the 2019 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plans for Monterey Regional Airport and Marina Municipal Airport. The commission will also approve minutes from November 17, 2025, and receive informational updates on local jurisdictions' progress in amending general and specific plans for the adopted ALUCPs, as well as funding for future updates to plans for Salinas Municipal and Mesa Del Rey airports.

• Public hearing on REF250041: County Housing Element consistency with 2019 ALUCPs for Monterey Regional and Marina Municipal airports
• Approval of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Informational update on local jurisdiction progress in amending plans for the adopted ALUCPs
• Informational update on funding and staff resources for future ALUCP updates for Salinas Municipal and Mesa Del Rey airports

Board of Supervisors

The December 12, 2025 meeting of the Monterey County Board of Supervisors has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were discussed or decided.

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will discuss a reservoir storage and release schedule update, a winter weather outlook, and current operations and maintenance activities. They will also consider approving the minutes from the October 30 meeting and receive status reports on recreation, San Luis Obispo County activities, and invasive mussel monitoring.

• Approve minutes of the October 30, 2025 meeting
• Reservoir Storage and Release Schedule Update (Staff: Joseph Klein)
• Winter Outlook (Staff: Peter Kwiek)
• Current Operations and Maintenance Activities at the reservoirs (Staff: Jason Demers)
• Status reports: reservoir recreation, County of San Luis Obispo activities, invasive mussel update

Board of Supervisors

The December 11, 2025 meeting of the Monterey County Board of Supervisors has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on Tuesday, January 6, 2025.

Native American and Archeological Resources Technical Advisory Panel

The Native American and Archeological Resources Technical Advisory Panel meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, has been cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items to discuss

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator will accept minutes from previous meetings, hear public comments, and consider agenda corrections. Six public‑hearing items will be reviewed, each proposing demolition, new construction, or remodels of residential properties in Carmel and Pebble Beach. All projects are recommended as CEQA exempt or categorically exempt. The board will vote on each proposal after staff presentations.

• Commercial vacation rental at 17834 Cachagua Road, Carmel Valley (PLN240301)
• Demolition and new single‑family home at 1002 Wranglers Trail, Pebble Beach (PLN250228)
• Remodel and addition at 5 Yankee Beach Way, Carmel (PLN240159)
• Alterations to a non‑conforming residence at 24495 Pescadero Road, Carmel (PLN250076)
• New 2,206 sf home and tree removal at 24744 Dolores Street, Carmel (PLN250204)

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission will consider appointments to a land use advisory committee and hold public hearings on two housing projects, including a proposed 40-unit development in Carmel Valley and a single-family home addition in Big Sur. The body will also receive a semi-annual report on affordable housing applications.

• Appointment of Stuart Poulter to Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee
• Public hearing for 40 inclusionary units in Rancho Cañada Village subdivision
• Public hearing for demolition and construction of a single-family home in Big Sur
• Receiving semi-annual report on affordable and workforce housing applications
• Approval of November 12, 2025, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the appointment of Stuart Poult er to the Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee. It also approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission approved the Rancho Canada Ventures LLC project to build 40 inclusionary housing units. Finally, it approved the Koastal Star LLC demolition and new construction project after editorial edits.

• Approved appointment of Stuart Poult er to Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Rancho Canada Ventures LLC housing project – 40 inclusionary units on five‑lot parcel (unanimous)
• Approved Koastal Star LLC demolition and new construction project with editorial edits (unanimous)

Measure AA Committee

The Measure AA Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, approve a 2026 meeting schedule, and receive a verbal revenue update. The main items are receiving presentations on prospective projects in Public Works, Parks, and Housing and Community Development, and providing recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. The committee will also review sign options for funded projects.

• Nomination and election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of the 2026 Measure AA Committee meeting schedule
• Verbal update on Measure AA revenues
• Presentations on prospective projects in Public Works, Parks, and Housing & Community Development
• Presentation on signs for Measure AA-funded projects and recommendation to Board of Supervisors

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider adopting a resolution to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Unified Franchise Agreement with USA Waste of California, increasing solid waste collection rates by 5.03% for Monterey Regional Waste Management District customers and 6.05% for Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority customers, effective January 1, 2026. The board will also receive a report on the Hitchcock Road Animal Services strategic plan and consider adoption of a resolution creating a Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) Project Delivery Program for county projects.

• Approve 5.03% rate increase for residential/commercial customers in Monterey Regional Waste Management District and 6.05% increase in Salinas Valley Solid Waste Authority, effective Jan 1, 2026
• Receive report on Hitchcock Road Animal Services (HRAS) 2025-2028 strategic plan approved by the HRAS JPA Board in June 2025
• Adopt resolution creating a Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) Project Delivery Program under California Public Contract Code § 20146
• Approve CMAR Project Delivery Program Policy Guidelines
• Authorize Director of Health Services to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Unified Franchise Agreement with USA Waste of California dba Carmel Marina Corporation

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will decide whether to adopt a position on a request from the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District to the State Water Resources Control Board to modify a 2009 cease-and-desist order. They will also consider adopting a monitoring plan for deep aquifers and authorizing a memorandum of understanding to coordinate implementation. The agenda includes a closed session on potential litigation.

• Item 2: Consider adopting a position on modifying the 2009 Cease-and-Desist Order (WR 2016-0016) from the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District
• Item 3: Consider adopting the Monitoring Plan for the Deep Aquifers in the Salinas Valley Groundwater Basin and authorizing a MOU for interagency coordination
• Closed session under Government Code sections 54956.9(d)(2) and (d)(4) regarding significant exposure to litigation
• Revised board report added as addendum for Item 2

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee will meet to review a project for a single-family dwelling addition and remodel at 31525 Highway 1. The committee is asked to provide feedback on site design and neighborhood character compatibility. The meeting will also include the election of a chairperson and secretary.

• Review of home addition and remodel at 31525 Highway 1 (PLN220053)
• Election of Chairperson and Secretary
• Site visit for project PLN220053 at 9:00 AM
• Public comment on non-agenda items
• Courtesy presentation by applicants regarding potential projects

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The December 9, 2025 meeting of the South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will convene in closed session to discuss multiple pending lawsuits, including Hernandez v. County of Monterey and cases involving vacation rental regulations. They will also evaluate the County Administrative Officer and the CEO of Natividad Medical Center, and provide direction to labor negotiators. The remainder of the agenda's open session items were not included in the provided text.

• Closed session litigation: Hernandez v. County of Monterey (Case No. 5:13CV02354-BLF)
• Closed session litigation: Jane Doe v. County of Monterey (Case No. 25CV005459, 25CV005871)
• Closed session: performance evaluation for County Administrative Officer
• Closed session: performance evaluation for CEO of Natividad Medical Center
• Closed session: direction to labor negotiators for all employee units

Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of Monterey will consider approving a contract for property management services in the East Garrison Historic Arts District. The agreement authorizes up to two one-year extensions with a total potential cost not exceeding $194,400.

• Approve property management contract for East Garrison Historic Arts District
• Authorize up to two amendments extending the agreement by one year each
• Total potential cost not to exceed $194,400
• Contract commencing upon execution through December 31, 2028

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Water Resources Agency Board of Directors will hold a special in-person workshop to review the Strategic Plan Update. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM in the Cayenne Room at 1441 Schilling Place in Salinas.

• Strategic Plan Update workshop
• In-person meeting at 1441 Schilling Place
• Public comments accepted via email before 5:00 PM on Fridays

Legislative Committee

The committee will receive updates on federal and state legislative tracks and governor actions. Members will consider recommendations for the Board of Supervisors regarding the 2026 Legislative Platform and Strategic Grant Services Program.

• Review of the 2026 Legislative Platform and State Budget Request
• Discussion of the 2026 Strategic Grant Services Program
• Updates on the San Lucas Drinking Water Project
• Review of Proposition 4 - Climate Resiliency
• Federal Community Project Funding Requests

Urban County Standing Committee

The Urban County Standing Committee will receive presentations on using CDBG and HOME funds for slum/blight removal and services for the unhoused, as well as on the application and rating/ranking process for FY2026-27 grants. The committee will provide direction to staff on both matters. Approval of the October 29, 2025 minutes is also on the consent agenda.

• Receive presentation on CDBG and HOME funding for slum/blight removal and services for the unhoused and provide direction to staff
• Receive presentation on the Urban County's CDBG and HOME application rating and ranking process for FY2026-27 and provide direction to staff
• Approval of draft minutes from October 29, 2025 special meeting

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The December 8, 2025 meeting of the Toro Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Water Resources Agency Finance Committee will consider recommending approval of a $50,000 increase to a contract with Balance Hydrologics for the Carmel River Flooding Impacts Study, bringing the total to $192,300. The committee will also review financial reports for October 2025, a grants update for FY2025-26, and allocation requests for the current budget. Items 1 through 7 include consent calendar approval of minutes from November 7, 2025, and a presentation on Monterey One Water financials.

• Consider recommending approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Balance Hydrologics contract, increasing it by $50,000 to $192,300 for the Carmel River Flooding Impacts Study
• Receive the October 2025 Financials for All Agency Funds
• Monterey One Water Financial Reports through September 2025
• Update on Grants in FY2025-26
• Review of allocation requests for the FY2025-26 budgets

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for December 5, 2025, was cancelled. The meeting was set to take place at the Saffron Room in Salinas.

• Meeting cancelled
• Scheduled for Saffron Room, 1441 Schilling Place, Salinas

Parks Commission

The Commission will discuss and provide guidance on using decorative lighting on select trees and buildings in county parks. They will also review and approve the 2026 meeting schedule. Department updates include Measure AA projects, bylaws change, fuel reduction, special events, and wildlife.

• Discuss and support use of decorative lighting on select trees and buildings in county parks
• Review and approve the 2026 meeting schedule (first Thursday every other month)
• Approve the October 2, 2025, Parks Commission minutes
• Department updates: Measure AA Parks Projects, Parks Commission Bylaws change, fuel reduction efforts, special events rundown, wildlife update

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The December 4, 2025 meeting of the Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Meeting cancelled; no projects to review

Historic Resources Review Board

The Historic Resources Review Board will meet to review and discuss the draft 2024-2025 Certified Local Government Program annual report. The meeting will be held at the County of Monterey Government Center in Salinas with options for in-person, Zoom, and telephonic participation.

• Review and discuss draft 2024-2025 CLG annual report
• Public comment on non-agenda items
• Agenda additions, deletions, and corrections
• Board comments, requests, and referrals
• Department update

The Historic Resources Review Board voted to accept the draft 2024‑2025 Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Annual Report with the board’s recommended changes. The motion was moved by Belinda Taluban, seconded by Judy MacClelland, and passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved 2024‑2025 Certified Local Government Program Annual Report (unanimous)

Administrative Permit

The Monterey County Housing and Community Development is holding an administrative hearing to consider five permit amendments. These include a fence replacement, a six-year development extension, and the demolition and construction of single-family homes in Big Sur, Carmel Valley, and Pebble Beach.

• PLN110257: Replace wood fence and gate with stone wall at 35986 HWY 1
• PLN160240: Extend Pebble Beach Company development phases until December 3, 2031
• PLN240348: Demolish and rebuild 4,600 sq ft home at 22 La Rancheria Road
• PLN250127: Demolish 2,592 sq ft home and build 2,813 sq ft home at 3332 Ondulado Road
• PLN250267: Add T-Mobile antennas and a 25-foot tower extension at 4040 Sunset Lane

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The December 3, 2025 meeting of the Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Water Resources Agency Planning Committee meeting scheduled for December 3, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. No decisions or proposals were made at this meeting.

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The December 3, 2025 meeting of the North County Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for December 9, 2025

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee will meet to provide feedback on a project proposal for a commercial kennel and dog rescue facility. The committee is asked to consider site design, neighborhood character compatibility, and local considerations.

• Use Permit and General Development Plan amendment for a commercial kennel and dog rescue at 8 El Caminito Rd (PLN250149)

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to consider multiple amendments to contracts with Natividad Medical Center providers, extending service terms into 2027 and authorizing additional amendments with spending caps. The agenda consists of 50+ pages of advance reports for the December 9 meeting.

• Authorize pulmonology contract extension with Marta Zulik, MD Inc. to $440,000
• Authorize surgical contract extension with Delphine Engel, MD Inc. to $790,000
• Authorize urology contract extension with David R. Flemming, MD to $510,000
• Authorize glucose management software renewal with Monarch Medical Technologies to $645,559
• Authorize locum tenens physician services renewal with SUMO Medical Staffing to $22,700,000

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee will receive updates on four key water-related initiatives and may provide direction to staff. Items include recycled water projects, dam safety repairs and financing, the Salinas River Operations Habitat Conservation Plan, and MCWRA subgrant agreements with the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency. The meeting also includes approval of the July 17, 2025 action minutes.

• Update on Recycled Water Projects and possible staff direction
• Update on Dam Safety Repairs and Financing (San Antonio)
• Update on Salinas River Operations Habitat Conservation Plan
• Update on MCWRA activities related to SVBGSA Subgrant Agreements

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 20, 2025, has been cancelled due to extenuating circumstances.

Workforce Development Board

The Monterey County Workforce Development Board Executive Committee will consider approving the 2026 meeting calendar and receive a first-quarter budget update. The board will also discuss the Community Builder Awards ceremony scheduled for December 3, 2025, and get updates on WIOA programs and the October 30 board retreat.

• Consider and approve the 2026 Executive Committee Meeting Calendar
• Update on MCWDB's 2025-2026 1st Quarter budget
• Discussion regarding MCWDB's Community Builder Awards ceremony on December 3, 2025
• Update on Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth programs
• Discussion regarding MCWDB's October 30, 2025 Board Retreat

Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee

The scheduled November 19, 2025 meeting of the Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee was cancelled. There are no projects or agenda items to discuss or decide at this time.

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The North County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of projects
• Location: Monterey County Free Libraries Prunedale Branch
• Date: November 19, 2025

South County Land Use Advisory Committee

The November 19, 2025 meeting of the South County Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee had a meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, but it was cancelled. The cancellation notice states there are no projects to review at this time. Consequently, no decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct business including a closed session for litigation, real property negotiations, and personnel evaluations. The provided text contains procedural instructions and the closed session agenda, but does not list the public agenda items.

• Closed session regarding litigation: Estella Girardey, Kim Mendoza v. Natividad Medical Center, Hernandez v. County of Monterey, and Thomas Lee v. City of Salinas
• Real property negotiations for 323 N. Sanborn Road, Salinas, CA
• Real property negotiations for Laguna Seca Concession
• Performance evaluation for the County Administrative Officer
• Performance evaluation for the County Executive Officer Natividad Medical Center

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will hold a regular meeting to discuss closed-session items, including litigation and potential legal exposure. The public may comment on these items prior to the recess to closed session.

• Closed session: Legal counsel conference regarding litigation
• Closed session: Legal counsel conference regarding potential litigation
• Closed session: Litigation case Ed Borchard & Son's, LLC v. Monterey County Water Resources Agency
• Public comments on closed session items
• Read out from closed session

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will hold a special meeting on November 17, 2025, to discuss agenda items and accept public comments. The meeting will be conducted in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

• Public comments and petitions
• Disability access services
• Document distribution procedures
• Public participation via Zoom and phone
• Reasonable accommodation requests

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and hold a public hearing on the City of Pacific Grove's proposed General Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments to determine their consistency with the Monterey Regional Airport's 2019 Land Use Compatibility Plan.

• Approval of October 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Public hearing: Pacific Grove General Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments
• Review of consistency with 2019 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan

The commission voted 6-0-1 to approve the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted 7-0 to find the City of Pacific Grove’s proposed General Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments consistent with the 2019 Monterey Regional Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nayes, 1 abstain)
• Found Pacific Grove General Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments consistent with 2019 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (7 ayes, 0 nayes)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to approve a $151,500 grant for a permanent wildfire coordinator position and consider a debt refunding that could save approximately $143,288 annually. The meeting includes approval of budget amendments and the review of sales tax updates.

• Authorize $151,500 grant for Wildfire County Coordinator position
• Authorize $42,000 grant subcontract with Public Health Institute
• Amend budget for County Service Area 53 storm drainage repairs ($30,956)
• Refund 2015 Public Facilities Financing Certificates of Participation
• Approve Budget Committee Action Minutes from October 29, 2025

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider approval of the action minutes from its August 7, 2025 meeting. It will receive and review applications for the vacant Labor and Higher Education seats screened by the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee and provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. The committee will also hear presentations from Monterey Regional Airport, Monterey Bay Economic Partnership about California Jobs First Catalyst Grants, and the Sustainability Program on the County’s Community Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

• Approve action minutes from the Economic Development Committee meeting held on August 7, 2025
• Review application submittals for vacant Labor and Higher Education seats and recommend candidates to the Board of Supervisors
• Presentation from Monterey Regional Airport
• Presentation from Monterey Bay Economic Partnership regarding California Jobs First Catalyst Grants
• Presentation from the Sustainability Program on Monterey County’s Community Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CCAAP)

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hear public comments and decide on seven items, including the installation of wireless communication facilities and vacation rental permits. The meeting will be held at the Thyme Conference Room in Salinas.

• Public hearing for wireless facility at 3426 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
• Public hearing for vacation rental at 17834 Cachagua Road, Carmel Valley
• Public hearing for wireless facility at 3150 17 Mile Dr, Pebble Beach
• Public hearing for accessory dwelling unit at 4063 Crest Road, Pebble Beach
• Public hearing for vacation rental at 44737 Sun Valley Drive, King City

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: a zoning change for a 0.3-acre parcel in Carmel and approval of a new single-family home with tree removal. Also on the agenda is approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• PLN220308 - Lincoln Green Inn LLC: LCP amendment to rezone 0.3 acre at 26208 & 26200 Carmelo Street, Carmel from Medium Density Residential to Visitor Serving Commercial.
• PLN250114 - Live by the Sea LLC: construction of 3,819 sq ft single-family home, garage, covered patio, and removal of 24 protected trees at 3387 Ocean Avenue, Carmel.
• Approval of September 24, 2025 and October 29, 2025 meeting minutes.

The commission approved the September 24 and October 29, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It postponed further action on the Lincoln Green Inn LLC zoning amendment to consider a Special Treatment Area. It approved a combined development permit for the Live by the Sea LLC project, finding a CEQA categorical exemption. It approved revised conditions of approval for the Flores project and conducted a public workshop on the Water Allocation Policy.

• Approved September 24 and October 29, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Lincoln Green Inn LLC zoning amendment to a later date (unanimous)
• Approved combined development permit for Live by the Sea LLC project, CEQA categorical exemption (unanimous)
• Approved revised conditions of approval for Flores project (unanimous)
• Held public workshop on Water Allocation Policy and gave direction to staff

Housing Advisory Committee

The Housing Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda included public comment, approval of minutes, and scheduled matters, but no items were decided.

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The November 10, 2025 meeting of the Toro Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will receive updates on federal and state legislation and consider positions, including support for the 2026 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) budget advocacy and direction on the San Lucas Drinking Water Project and Proposition 4 climate resiliency. It will also provide direction on developing the 2026 Legislative Program and Strategic Grant Services Program. The meeting includes reports from state and federal legislative offices and approval of minutes from October 13, 2025.

• Consider approval of October 13, 2025, meeting minutes
• Receive federal update including executive orders and community project funding requests
• Consider recommended support for 2026 VOCA budget advocacy
• Review San Lucas Drinking Water Project and Proposition 4 climate resiliency under grant report
• Provide direction on 2026 Legislative Program and Strategic Grant Services Program

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on legislative activities and federal government shutdown impacts, and discuss personnel matters. The meeting will also set the next date.

• Approve minutes from June 6, 2025
• Update on legislative activities
• Update on Federal Government Shutdown impacts
• Personnel Update
• Set next meeting date

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Finance Committee will approve the September 5, 2025 minutes, review the September 2025 financial statements for all agency funds, and consider two contract amendments extending service agreements with Maggiora Bros. Drilling, Inc. and Pacific Coast Well Drilling, Inc. DBA Precision Hydro to December 31, 2027. The meeting will also include a FY 2024‑25 hydroelectric revenue summary, an August 2025 program financial report, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approve the minutes of the Finance Committee meeting on September 5, 2025
• Consider receiving the September 2025 financials for all agency funds
• Recommend authorizing Amendment No. 4 with Maggiora Bros. Drilling, Inc. to extend the agreement to Dec 31 2027
• Recommend authorizing Amendment No. 4 with Pacific Coast Well Drilling, Inc. DBA Precision Hydro to extend the agreement to Dec 31 2027
• Review FY 2024‑25 hydroelectric revenue summary

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing advance reports for a November 18 meeting. The items focus on extending an equipment rental agreement and establishing new on-call construction management services.

• Amendment to Granite Construction Company agreement to increase maximum by $1,000,000 to a total of $4,100,000
• Proposed $3,000,000 agreement with GFT Infrastructure, Inc. for on-call construction management
• Proposed $3,000,000 agreement with Harris & Associates, Inc. for on-call construction management
• Proposed $3,000,000 agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. for on-call construction management
• Proposed $3,000,000 agreement with TRC Engineers, Inc. for on-call construction management

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee will review two residential projects for feedback on site design and neighborhood compatibility. One project involves demolishing a 2,592 sq ft home and building a 2,813 sq ft two-story dwelling with garage at 3332 Ondulado Rd. The other proposes a 930 sq ft addition to an existing home and removal of three Monterey Pine trees at 3158 Don Ln. No final decisions are made; the committee provides advisory input.

• PLN250127: Demolish existing 2,592 sq ft residence and construct 2,813 sq ft two-story home with attached 595 sq ft garage at 3332 Ondulado Rd, Pebble Beach
• PLN250060: Construction of 930 sq ft addition to existing 5,622 sq ft home and removal of 3 Monterey Pine trees at 3158 Don Ln, Pebble Beach
• Approval of October 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by potential project applicants

Historic Resources Review Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation via teleconference. No specific projects, decisions, or discussion items are listed.

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will discuss creating a Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) project delivery program for county infrastructure projects over $1 million, excluding roads. The committee will also receive a draft 2025 Facilities Master Plan with 20-year space needs and development options for county facilities, and provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

• Support creation of CMAR program for capital projects over $1M using best-value contracting (Item 5)
• Receive draft 2025 Facilities Master Plan and provide recommendations on space development options (Item 6)
• Receive report on key capital improvement projects managed by PWFP for FY 2024-25 Q3 & Q4 (Item 3)
• Receive quarterly report on transfer of Boronda County Sanitation District Zone 2 San Jerardo Water System (Item 4)
• Approve action minutes of October 17, 2025 (Item 1)

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The November 5, 2025 meeting of the North County Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

• Meeting cancelled; no projects to review

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning of Monterey County Housing and Community Development will hold an administrative permit meeting on November 5, 2025, to consider four projects: three new single-family dwellings and one slope restoration to resolve a code enforcement case. All projects are proposed as categorically exempt from CEQA review. Public comments requesting a hearing must be submitted by November 4, 2025.

• 7,367 sq ft single-family dwelling with garage, decks, and excavation on slopes >30% near archaeological resources at 232 Lower Walden Road, Carmel
• 6,230 sq ft two-story single-family dwelling with garage, photovoltaic system, and extensive grading at 7572 Paseo Vista Place, Monterey
• 4,767 sq ft one-story single-family residence with basement and attached garage at 7725 Paseo Venado, Monterey
• Restoration of 0.99 acres of slopes >25% to clear Code Enforcement Case 21CE00499 near Lewis Road and Vega Road, Royal Oaks

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The committee will consider recommending that the Board of Directors and Board of Supervisors adopt a Memorandum of Understanding for implementation of the Deep Aquifers Monitoring Plan. Members will also review proposed amendments to the Agency's bylaws and receive updates on the Salinas River Operations HCP and a strategic planning workshop for December 2025.

• Recommend adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding for the Deep Aquifers Monitoring Plan
• Review and recommend changes to the Agency's bylaws
• Update on Salinas River Operations Habitat Conservation Plan and future financial needs
• Update on Request for Proposals for a Strategic Planning consultant

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will review the quarterly Salinas Valley Water Conditions Report for the fourth quarter of Water Year 2025 and receive an update on the Monitoring Plan for the Deep Aquifers. Other items include approving August 2025 meeting minutes and reviewing the 2025 Salinas River Discharge Measurement Series Report. The meeting is largely informational with no votes on contracts or ordinances.

• Review of Quarterly Salinas Valley Water Conditions Report for 4th Quarter WY 2025
• Review of 2025 Salinas River Discharge Measurement Series Report
• Update on Water Year 2025 Data Collection for Groundwater Extraction Reporting Program
• Update on Monitoring Plan for the Deep Aquifers

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel on existing workers' compensation litigation and a matter of significant exposure to litigation. The board will also discuss the recruitment and appointment for the Treasurer‑Tax Collector position. After the closed session, the board will adopt ceremonial resolutions recognizing Veterans Day on November 11, 2025, and honoring Partners for Peace on its 30th anniversary.

• Closed session: discuss workers' compensation litigation (Sheila Castillo, Star Howard)
• Closed session: discuss matter of significant exposure to litigation
• Closed session: recruitment/appointment for Treasurer‑Tax Collector
• Ceremonial resolution: recognize Veterans Day on November 11, 2025
• Ceremonial resolution: honor Partners for Peace 30th anniversary

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Water Resources Agency Board will hold its regular meeting, beginning with call to order, roll call and agenda corrections. The only substantive agenda item is a closed‑session discussion with legal counsel about a matter that could expose the agency to litigation. No other decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Closed Session – legal counsel to confer on a matter of significant exposure to litigation (Gov’t Code §§54956.9(d)(2), 54956.9(d)(4))

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting and hear public comments. The primary agenda item is a design review for the Rancho Canada Village subdivision, which proposes 40 inclusionary units across four buildings on a parcel between Carmel Valley Road and the Carmel River (APNs 015‑165‑014‑000 & 015‑165‑015‑000). The committee will provide feedback on the site design, neighborhood‑character compatibility, and other local considerations. Additional items include a courtesy presentation by applicants and routine announcements.

• Design review of Rancho Canada Village – 40 inclusionary units on parcel between Carmel Valley Rd and Carmel River (APNs 015‑165‑014‑000 & 015‑165‑015‑000)
• Approval of October 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period on non‑agenda items
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants regarding potential projects
• Announcements

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on a continued commercial vacation rental at 17834 Cachagua Road, a wine processing support facility at 38580 Arroya Seco Rd., and five AT&T wireless telecommunication facility installations in Pebble Beach. Staff recommends categorical exemptions under CEQA for all projects. The minutes from October 9, 2025, are also on the agenda for approval.

• Continued hearing for commercial vacation rental (transient lodging) at 17834 Cachagua Road, Carmel Valley
• Wine processing support facility: 4,645 sq ft office/warehouse, 3,000 sq ft shade structure, fuel island at 38580 Arroya Seco Rd., Soledad
• Five AT&T wireless telecom facility installations: pole replacements/new poles at 4035 Sunset Lane, 1063 Wrangers Trail, 3180 Cortez Road, 3426 17 Mile Drive, and 3399 17 Mile Dr., Pebble Beach

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee meets to discuss updates on reservoir storage and release schedules, drought technical advisory committee activities, and current operations and maintenance at reservoirs. They will also consider approving minutes from the September 25, 2025, meeting and receive status reports on recreation, San Luis Obispo activities, and invasive mussel monitoring.

• Approve minutes of the September 25, 2025, meeting
• Reservoir Storage and Release Schedule Update (Staff Presenting: Joseph Klein)
• Drought Technical Advisory Committee Update (Staff Presenting: Joseph Klein)
• Current Operations and Maintenance Activities at the Reservoirs (Staff Presenting: Jason Demers)
• Status reports on reservoir recreation, County of San Luis Obispo activities, and invasive mussel update

Workforce Development Board

The Monterey County Workforce Development Board will meet to approve minutes from a June meeting and ratify the appointments of two new business representatives. The agenda also includes a discussion of board retreat objectives and an update on the 6th Annual Community Builder Awards ceremony.

• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2025 meeting
• Ratify appointment of Larry Hartman to the board
• Ratify appointment of Omar Perez-Sandoval to the board
• Discussion of Board Retreat objectives
• Update on 6th Annual Community Builder Awards ceremony

Urban County Standing Committee

The Urban County Standing Committee is meeting to consider recommendations regarding the Amended Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Act 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan for FY 2025-26. The agenda includes a proposed budget amendment of $403,480 and approval of $500,000 in HOME Investment Partnership Program funds. The committee will also direct staff to prepare the plan for Board of Supervisors consideration on November 4, 2025.

• Receive report on HOME Investment Partnership Program funds of $500,000
• Authorize budget amendment of $403,480 for Housing and Community Development
• Approve HOME funding recommendations for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
• Approve overall plan for amended CDBG/HOME Consolidated Plan
• Direct staff to prepare plan for Board of Supervisors on November 4, 2025

Budget Committee

The Monterey County Budget Committee will meet to approve meeting schedules, budget amendments, and grant applications for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The committee will also receive financial reports and presentations on capital projects.

• Approve Budget Committee meeting schedule for 2026
• Authorize $806,293 budget reallocation for facility services
• Authorize applications for 2025 and 2026 emergency management grants
• Receive Lake Nacimiento Resort financial report for FY 2024-25
• Receive report on capital improvement projects for FY 2024-25

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a Final Map Amendment for The Ranch Club, Inc. to change lot boundaries and allow a driveway at a redwood grove at 14 Arroyo Sequoia, Carmel; and an amendment to a Combined Development Permit for Knoop Michael & Michelle to remove six Coast live oak trees at 120 Country Club Heights Road, Carmel Valley. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Final Map Amendment for The Ranch Club, Inc. to change lot boundary designations at 14 Arroyo Sequoia, Carmel
• Amendment to Combined Development Permit to remove six Coast live oak trees at 120 Country Club Heights Road, Carmel Valley
• Proposed CEQA categorical exemptions for both projects

The commission approved a Final Map Amendment for The Ranch Club to rezone a lot and add a driveway. It also approved an amendment to the Knoop Michael & Michelle permit that removes six oak trees. Finally, it approved a Combined Development Permit for Omni Resources to build a 12‑pump fueling station and convenience store with a setback variance, despite two commissioners voting no.

• Approved Final Map Amendment for The Ranch Club (PLN220088) – AYES: Getzelman, Mendoza, Gomez, Roberts, Work, Shaw, Monsalve, Diehl; NOES: none
• Approved amendment to Knoop Michael & Michelle permit (PLN200047‑AMD1) – AYES: Getzelman, Mendoza, Gomez, Roberts, Work, Shaw, Monsalve, Diehl; NOES: none
• Approved Combined Development Permit for Omni Resources fueling station (PLN220348) – AYES: Getzelman, Mendoza, Gomez, Roberts, Work, Diehl; NOES: Shaw, Monsalve

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 28, 2025 has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

• Meeting cancelled; no projects to review

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The October 28, 2025 meeting of the South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss liability claims and existing litigation, and to consider the appointment of a Treasurer-Tax Collector. The meeting will also include a ceremonial resolution for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

• Closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding liability claims and existing litigation
• Closed session to confer regarding recruitment/appointment for Treasurer-Tax Collector
• Ceremonial resolution proclaiming October 2025 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Reappointment of Allen Radner to the Santa Cruz - Monterey - Merced - San Benito - Mariposa Managed Medical Care Commission

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will meet to discuss groundwater sustainability subgrant agreements. The session includes a closed-session review of litigation involving the City of Marina and RMC Lonestar.

• Update on MCWRA activities regarding Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Subgrant Agreements
• Closed session regarding City of Marina vs. RMC, et al. (Case No. 20CV001387)
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 23, October 7, and October 21, 2025

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 27, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Airport Land Use Commission

The Monterey County Airport Land Use Commission will meet to approve minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting and consider a consistency review for a proposed office-to-event space conversion at 2555 Garden Road.

• Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of office building conversion to event space at 2555 Garden Road
• Update on Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) progress
• Update on future ALUCP funding and resources

The Airport Land Use Commission approved the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote and one abstention. It also voted to find the MHT Holdings LLC project at 2555 Garden Road consistent with the 2019 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, subject to four conditions, with a 6‑0 vote and one commissioner absent.

• Approved September 22, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nayes, 1 abstain)
• Found REF250035 MHT Holdings project consistent with 2019 ALUCP, subject to four conditions (6 ayes, 0 nayes, 1 absent)

Workforce Development Board

The October 23, 2025 meeting of the Monterey County Workforce Development Board has been cancelled. The agenda contains only a notice of cancellation with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Workforce Development Board

The Monterey County Workforce Development Board Executive Committee will consider approving the appointment of Omar Perez-Sandoval as a business representative for a three-year term, forwarding it to the Board of Supervisors. The committee will also receive updates on the 2025-26 first-quarter budget, the Pajaro Small Business Assistance program, and WIOA program performance. Other agenda items include discussion of a Community Builder Awards ceremony and Proposition 47 funding.

• Appointment of Omar Perez-Sandoval to a three-year term as a business representative
• Update on MCWDB’s 2025-26 1st Quarter budget
• Update on the Pajaro Small Business Assistance program
• Discussion of the Community Builder Awards ceremony scheduled for December 3, 2025
• Update on 1st Quarter WIOA Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth program performance

Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee

The Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 22, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to the absence of projects for the committee to review at this time.

• Meeting cancelled — no projects to review

Cannabis Committee

The Monterey County Cannabis Committee will discuss developing an ordinance to allow cannabis lounges as an allowed land use and may direct staff to conduct public outreach. The committee will also receive updates on commercial cannabis business tax collections and the Cannabis Program budget and performance measures.

• Consider approval of action minutes from July 31, 2025 meeting
• Receive presentation on developing a Cannabis Lounge ordinance and direction to staff for public outreach
• Update on commercial cannabis business tax collections and payment plans
• Update on Cannabis Program budget and performance measures

The Cannabis Committee met on October 22, 2025 and approved the action minutes from the July 31, 2025 meeting by consensus. The committee also received a presentation on a proposed Cannabis Lounge ordinance and staff updates on commercial cannabis tax collections and the program budget. The meeting was adjourned at 2:01 p.m.

• Approved July 31, 2025 Cannabis Committee minutes (consensus)

Housing Advisory Committee

The Monterey County Housing Advisory Committee will receive a report on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance update and provide direction on potential amendments, including affordability requirements and in-lieu fees. They will also review the 2025–2028 Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan, approve 2026 meeting dates, and consider a recommendation on rental income from the Kents Court affordable housing development.

• Receive report on Inclusionary Housing Ordinance update and provide direction on amendments to affordability requirements and in-lieu fees
• Review and approve the 2026 Housing Advisory Committee meeting schedule
• Receive report on the 2025–2028 Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan and provide direction to staff
• Receive report on Kents Court rental income and recommend basing rents on annual tenant certified incomes
• Approve the May 12, 2025 draft action minutes

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency is meeting to conduct a closed session regarding existing litigation in the case Mario Gonzalez, et al. v. State of California, et al. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Closed session under Gov. Code § 54950 to discuss litigation: Mario Gonzalez, et al. v. State of California, et al. (Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 23CV004194, with multiple subordinate cases)

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency met on October 21, 2025. No substantive actions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the closed session produced no reportable action. The meeting was adjourned by Chair Supervisor Chris Lopez.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation, including Gonzalez v. State of California and Monterey County Vacation Rental Alliance v. County of Monterey. The public agenda includes ceremonial resolutions recognizing boxing champion Randy Villalobos, Harmony At Home for National Bullying Prevention Month, and YWCA Monterey County for domestic violence awareness.

• Closed session under Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(1) for existing litigation: Mario Gonzalez et al. v. State of California et al. (lead case 23CV004194) and Monterey County Vacation Rental Alliance v. County of Monterey (24CV004922)
• Adopt resolution recognizing Randy 'Savage' Villalobos, International PAL Boxing Champion, for making history for Greenfield
• Adopt resolution honoring Harmony At Home during National Bullying Prevention Month, October 2025
• Adopt resolution honoring YWCA Monterey County for domestic violence awareness and recognizing October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The Board unanimously adopted seven ceremonial resolutions and a resolution proclaiming Free Speech Week. It also unanimously reappointed five members to district and board positions. The Board approved a $1.7 million increase to the Auditor‑Controller’s FY 2025‑26 budget with a 4‑1 vote and approved Consent Calendar Items 22‑41 after removing Item 29.

• Adopted ceremonial resolutions (Items 2‑7) – ALL AYES
• Adopted resolution proclaiming Free Speech Week (Item 8) – ALL AYES
• Reappointed Clinton J. Miller to Pajaro Sunny Mesa Community Services District (Item 9) – ALL AYES
• Reappointed Don Olsen to Pajaro Sunny Mesa Community Services District (Item 10) – ALL AYES
• Reappointed Russell Jeffries to Assessment Appeals Board (Item 11) – ALL AYES
• Reappointed Sanford Coplin to Pajaro Sunny Mesa Community Services District (Item 11.1) – ALL AYES
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 22‑41 (Item 29 removed) – ALL AYES
• Approved $1.7 million budget appropriation increase (Item 14) – vote 4‑1 (Supervisor Root Askew NAY)

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Water Resources Agency Board will discuss litigation updates, review the Salinas River stream‑maintenance assessment, approve September 15 minutes, receive an update on the Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs and adopt a new steelhead passage flow target, and consider Planning Committee recommendations to amend the agency’s bylaws.

• Closed‑session discussion of potential litigation exposure and existing case Ed Borchard & Sons, LLC v. Monterey County Water Resources Agency
• Presentation on Salinas River Stream Maintenance Program Effectiveness Assessment
• Approval of action minutes from the September 15, 2025 Board meeting
• Update on Interim Operations Plan for San Antonio and Nacimiento Reservoirs and adoption of revised steelhead passage flow target
• Consideration of Planning Committee recommendations to revise the Agency’s bylaws

Health, Housing, Homelessness and Human Services Committee

The Health, Housing, Homelessness and Human Services Committee will review funding for encampment resolution projects, approve $500,000 in HOME Investment Partnership Program funds, and discuss updates to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and Natividad Medical Center's mental health unit.

• Support two encampment resolution funding applications for Salinas
• Approve $500,000 in HOME Investment Partnership Program funds
• Direct staff to prepare Amended Community Development Block Grant plan
• Recommend basing Kents Court affordable rents on 30% of tenant income
• Provide direction on potential amendments to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 20, 2025, has been cancelled. All previously scheduled projects will be continued and renoticed to a date to be determined.

• Meeting cancelled
• Projects to be continued
• Renoticed to a date uncertain

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors will receive 50+ page advance reports for their meeting on October 28, 2025. The reports cover consent items including retroactive contract amendments for plumbing and mechanical services. The documents are being distributed 11 days prior to the meeting due to their volume.

• Approve retroactive Amendment No. 1 to Val's Plumbing & Heating, Inc. contract to increase amount by $150,000
• Approve retroactive Amendment No. 2 to ACCO Engineered Systems contract to increase amount by $100,000
• Authorize execution of Val's Plumbing & Heating contract with potential aggregate not to exceed amount of $315,000
• Authorize execution of ACCO Engineered Systems contract with potential aggregate not to exceed amount of $280,000

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee will provide feedback on a project to demolish a 2,592 sq ft home and construct a 2,813 sq ft two-story single-family dwelling with a two-car garage at 3332 Ondulado Road. The committee will consider site design, neighborhood character compatibility, and local considerations. Other items include approval of October 2 meeting minutes and a preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants.

• Project PLN250127: demolish existing one-story home and build new two-story dwelling at 3332 Ondulado Rd
• Public comment accepted on non-agenda items within committee purview
• Approval of October 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants on potential projects

Workforce Development Board

The Workforce Development Board’s scheduled meeting for October 16, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or decided.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors holds a special meeting to discuss county priorities with California State Association of Counties President Jeff Griffiths. The agenda includes a welcome, public comments, and the discussion item. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Discussion with CSAC President Jeff Griffiths on county priorities
• Board welcome by Supervisor Luis Alejo
• Public comments period

Administrative Permit

The Monterey County Administrative Permit Board will hold an administrative hearing to consider four pending projects. Items include habitat restoration at 531 Paradise Rd, replanting oak trees at 243 Walker Valley Road, a residential addition at 1483 Padre Lane, and a lot line adjustment and merger of three parcels at 70211 Jolon Road. Each item is accompanied by staff reports and draft resolutions for the board's review.

• Restoration of ~12,000 sq ft of environmentally sensitive habitat at 531 Paradise Rd (PLN240367).
• Replanting of five Coast live oak trees at 243 Walker Valley Road (PLN250018).
• Modification of a 2,884 sq ft single‑family home with a 357 sq ft addition and related site work at 1483 Padre Lane (PLN250040).
• Lot line adjustment and merger of three parcels (5 ac, 1 ac, 31.3 ac) into two parcels (6 ac and 31.3 ac) at 70211 Jolon Road (PLN240281).

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The North County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 15, 2025 has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled; no projects to review

South County Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 15, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission meets to discuss civil rights matters and accept public comments. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Public comment deadline: 2:00 p.m. Tuesday prior to meeting
• Meeting held at 168 W. Alisal Street, 2nd Floor - Monterey Room
• Meeting held via Zoom at https://montereycty.zoom.us/j/94508518963
• Public comment deadline for written submissions
• Meeting held in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025 has been cancelled. No projects are slated for review at this time.

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The October 14, 2025 meeting of the South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations, three matters of significant litigation exposure, and a real property negotiation for a portion of a parcel at the corner of W. Gabilan and Church Street in Salinas. The public portion of the agenda includes ceremonial resolutions proclaiming the Employee Giving Campaign, Indigenous Peoples Day, and honoring the Blue Ribbon Task Force on Youth Violence Prevention. The agenda is otherwise largely procedural with consent calendar items not yet detailed.

• Closed session: real property negotiation at corner of W. Gabilan and Church Street, Salinas (APN 002-253-028)
• Closed session: direction to labor negotiators for all employee units
• Closed session: confer with legal counsel on three matters of significant exposure to litigation
• Ceremonial resolution proclaiming Oct. 20 – Nov. 21, 2025 as County Monterey Employee Giving Campaign
• Ceremonial resolution declaring every October 12 as Indigenous Peoples Day in Monterey County

The Board approved a $1.7 million payment to the California Employment Development Department for State Disability Insurance tax under‑withholding, without recouping the amount from employees. It also increased the Health Department budget by $250,000 for Medi‑Cal outreach, approved the Public Defender employment agreement, and restructured the Measure AA committee. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Adopted ceremonial resolutions 2‑7 (All Ayes)
• Appointed Jessica McKillip to Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council (All Ayes)
• Appointed Karen Araujo to Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission (All Ayes)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 21‑36, excluding removed Item 23 (All Ayes)
• Authorized up to $1.7 million SDI tax remittance to State EDD without employee recoupment (All Ayes)
• Increased Health Dept. FY 2025‑26 budget by $250,000 for Medi‑Cal outreach (All Ayes)
• Approved employment agreement with Ray Buenaventura as Public Defender (All Ayes)
• Dissolved Measure AA Ad Hoc Committee and created standing committee with rotating appointments (All Ayes)

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Legislative Committee

The Monterey County Legislative Committee will meet to receive reports from state and federal legislative offices, discuss advocacy positions, and consider recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. Key agenda items include federal bill positions on H.R. 4358 and the INSURE Act, updates on the San Lucas drinking water project grant, and state priority legislation. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 8 meeting.

• Consider recommending support for H.R. 4358 (Anti-Rigging Act of 2025)
• Consider recommending support for H.R. 4504 and S. 2349 (INSURE Act)
• Receive update on San Lucas Drinking Water Project grant
• Receive state legislative update including priority bills and governor's actions
• Approve action minutes from September 8, 2025 meeting

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors will receive advance reports for a meeting on October 21, 2025, covering consent items for Natividad Medical Center and Public Works, including architectural service amendments and software contracts.

• Authorize Natividad Medical Center to amend architectural service agreements to a total of $10,000,000
• Authorize Natividad Medical Center to amend call coverage agreements with Katharina Pellegrin, MD Inc. to $400,000
• Authorize Natividad Medical Center to sign a neurology services agreement with ATP Partners of California, P.C. up to $1,500,000
• Authorize Public Works to execute a Computerized Maintenance Management Software agreement with PSD Citywide (US) Inc. up to $1,000,000
• Authorize a Right of Entry and Indemnification Agreement with Esperanza Carmel, Commercial LLC for Big Sur property restoration

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on four development proposals on October 9, 2025. The most notable item is a request to establish a commercial vacation rental at a residential property on Cachagua Road in Carmel Valley. Other items include a home demolition and rebuild in Pebble Beach, a variance for a storage shed in Carmel Valley, and a coastal home addition with an after-the-fact emergency bridge permit in Carmel. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on commercial vacation rental (PLN240301) at 17834 Cachagua Road, Carmel Valley
• Demolition of 1,887 sq ft home and construction of 3,028 sq ft home with garage at 1267 Cantera Ct, Pebble Beach (PLN240010)
• Variance to reduce front setbacks by 20 feet and build a 192 sq ft storage shed at 71 Poppy Road, Carmel Valley (PLN240026)
• Addition of 1,084 sq ft to home and after-the-fact emergency permit for bridge replacement near coastal bluff at 5 Yankee Beach Way, Carmel (PLN240159)

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The County of Monterey Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 8, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to appoint a member to the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council and receive a presentation on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy year three update.

• Appointment of Elizabeth Yanez to Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council
• Receive presentation on Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy year three update
• Authorize submission of CEDS year 3 annual update to U.S. Department of Commerce
• Closed session regarding worker's compensation appeals
• Referral Matrix and New Referrals

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will consider a consent calendar item to adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for $77,727 in funding. The funds support invasive mussel prevention to preserve boating access at Nacimiento and San Antonio Reservoirs. The item also authorizes the General Manager to execute the agreement and submit required documents.

• Resolution to accept $77,727 from California Department of Fish and Wildlife for Invasive Mussel Prevention project at Nacimiento and San Antonio Reservoirs

The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the Monterey County Water Resources Agency to enter into an agreement with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The agreement provides $77,727 for the Invasive Mussel Prevention project at Nacimiento and San Antonio Reservoirs. The motion passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved $77,727 funding agreement for invasive mussel prevention (3-0)

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee will discuss a variance to reduce front setbacks by 20 feet and design approval for a 192-square-foot storage shed at 71 Poppy Rd. They will also consider approving the August 18, 2025, meeting minutes and receive public comment on non-agenda items.

• Variance to reduce front setbacks by 20 feet at 71 Poppy Rd
• Design approval for a 192 sq ft storage shed at the same property
• Approval of August 18, 2025, meeting minutes
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants on potential projects

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The October 3, 2025 meeting of the Water Resources Agency Finance Committee has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The October 3, 2025 meeting of the Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee will discuss the GRECH AARON project, a combined development permit for a 2,957‑sq‑ft single‑family dwelling that includes tree removal and grading. The committee will provide feedback on site design, neighborhood‑character compatibility, and local considerations. The meeting also includes approval of September 18, 2025 minutes, a public comment period, and a courtesy presentation by applicants.

• Review of GRECH AARON combined development permit (2,957 sq ft home, removal of nine Monterey Pine and one Coast Live Oak trees, 75 cubic yds grading) at 4063 Crest Rd
• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants regarding potential projects
• Announcements

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will discuss and vote on supporting a draft E-bike ordinance that amends County Code Chapter 14.12, and also a proposed change to its own bylaws to add an at-large member. The commission will receive year-end financial reports for FY 2024-25 and budget comparisons for FY 2025-26 for the Parks General Fund, Laguna Seca Recreation Area, Lake Nacimiento Resort and Operations, and the Rifle Range. Previous meeting minutes from June and August 2025 are also up for approval.

• Consider supporting draft E-bike ordinance amending County Code Chapter 14.12
• Proposal to add an at-large member to the Parks Commission bylaws
• Receive Parks General Fund Year-End Financial Report FY 2024-25 and Budget Comparison FY 2025-26
• Receive Laguna Seca Recreation Area Enterprise Fund financial reports for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25, plus budget comparison FY 2025-26
• Receive Lake Nacimiento Resort and Operations and Rifle Range financial reports and budget comparisons

Historic Resources Review Board

The board will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of an administrative design review for a major remodel and 1,122-square-foot addition to the historic Goulding house at 3377 4th Avenue in Carmel. The project includes matching existing exterior materials and colors, such as off-white stucco and weathered synthetic shake roof.

• Public hearing on PLN250160: major remodel and addition to historic Goulding house at 3377 4th Avenue, Carmel (APN 009-153-006)
• Proposed 1,122-square-foot addition to existing two-story single-family dwelling in Carmel Land Use Plan, Coastal Zone
• Materials specified: off-white stucco, Class A Brava synthetic shake roof (weathered), retrofit wood windows, aluminum clad windows (brown), copper gutters & downspouts, wood trim & siding (Tanner's Brown)

The Historic Resources Review Board voted to recommend that the Chief of Planning grant an Administrative Design Approval for a major remodel and a 1,122‑square‑foot addition to the historic Goulding house at 3377 4th Avenue, Carmel. The board also recommended that the project be categorically exempt from CEQA. The resolution was adopted unanimously.

• Approved Administrative Design Approval for 1,122‑sq‑ft addition to historic Goulding house (6‑0 vote)

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning will hold an administrative hearing to consider four permit applications for residential construction, demolition, and accessory structures. Each item includes a staff report and draft resolution. Requests for a public hearing must be submitted in writing by 5:00 pm on September 30, 2025. No decisions are recorded on the agenda.

• PLN250164 – Permit for a 3,676 sq ft single‑family home with 680 sq ft garage at 8390 Monterra Views, Monterey (CEQA categorical exemption).
• PLN240243 – Permit to demolish a 6,940 sq ft dwelling and build a 10,191 sq ft two‑story home with basement and 1,632 sq ft garage at 8320 Vista Monterra, Monterey (CEQA Class 1 categorical exemption).
• PLN250029 – Permit for a 1,463 sq ft detached workshop with 777 sq ft deck at 3150 Don Lane, Pebble Beach (CEQA categorical exemption).
• PLN250015 – Permit to demolish an existing residence, barn, and garage and build a 4,601 sq ft residence with 1,342 sq ft garage and 2,400 sq ft detached barn at 451 Corral De Tierra, Salinas (CEQA categorical exemption).

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Water Resources Agency Planning Committee will convene in Salinas to approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting and discuss updates on agency bylaws and strategic planning.

• Approve minutes from September 3, 2025 meeting
• Update on Agency Bylaws and Board Governance Guidance Policies
• Update on Strategic Planning Workshop for December 2025
• Set next meeting date and discuss future agenda items

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct a closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations. The public agenda includes the adoption of ceremonial resolutions.

• Closed session regarding four matters of significant exposure to litigation
• Closed session regarding potential initiation of litigation
• Closed session regarding existing litigation: Hernandez, Jesse, et al. v. County of Monterey, et al.
• Closed session to provide direction to negotiators for All Units employee organizations
• Resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the Juan Bautista de Anza colonizing expedition

The Board approved a $250,000 budget for community outreach on health and social‑service policy changes. It adopted ten ceremonial resolutions and corrected the term of an advisory commission appointment. The Board also approved the consent calendar, authorized a coffee‑vendor contract for Natividad Medical Center, and directed staff to continue reviewing funding for the Alisal Arch and to develop a spay‑and‑neuter ordinance.

• Adopted ten ceremonial resolutions (all ayes)
• Corrected term for Estella Padilla appointment to Sep 16 2025‑Dec 31 2027 (all ayes)
• Approved consent calendar items 23‑36 (all ayes)
• Allocated $250,000 for community outreach on health and social‑service policy changes (all ayes)
• Authorized Natividad Medical Center coffee‑vendor agreement with The Power Plant LLC (all ayes)
• Received preliminary analysis for Alisal Arch support; directed staff to continue review (all ayes)
• Received preliminary analysis for Spay and Neuter ordinance; directed staff to return with proposed ordinance (all ayes)

Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of Monterey County will hold its regular meeting. After call‑to‑order and public comment, the board will consider a consent calendar item to approve an Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Property, escrow instructions, and an Assignment and Assumption Agreement for the Mixed Use Town Center Development with Phase Three Affordable Rental Housing at East Garrison. The action is proposed to be CEQA‑exempt under Guidelines section 15378(c).

• Approve Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Property, escrow instructions, and Assignment and Assumption Agreement for Mixed Use Town Center Development with Phase Three Affordable Rental Housing at East Garrison (CEQA exemption)

Commission on Disabilities

The Commission on Disabilities will hold a regular meeting to discuss agenda items and public comments. The meeting will be held in person at the County Government Center and via Zoom. The public can submit written comments or participate live.

• Public comment deadline: Wednesday at 2:00 p.m.
• Meeting held at 1441 Schilling Place, Cayenne Room
• Written comments accepted via email to Civil Rights Office
• Meeting held every last Monday of every other month
• Disability access services available upon request

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will meet to review the current storage and release schedule, interim operations plan, and maintenance activities. The meeting will also cover concessionaire recreation, invasive mussel updates, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review of Reservoir Storage and Release Schedule Update
• Review of Current Operations and Maintenance Activities
• Review of Interim Operations Plan Update
• Review of Reservoir Recreation by Concessionaire and Parks Department
• Discussion of Invasive Mussel Update

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on three development projects: a single-family dwelling in Castroville, an office building addition in Salinas, and a large home with an accessory dwelling unit in Pebble Beach. Each project includes staff recommendations for categorical environmental exemptions. The meeting also allows public comment on non-agenda matters.

• PLN240158: 1,674 sq ft single-family dwelling with garage at 11151 & 11151A Wood Street, Castroville
• PLN250009: 1,450 sq ft addition and tenant improvements to an existing 3,028 sq ft office building at 22370 Portola Drive, Salinas
• PLN240349: 4,050 sq ft two-story home with 1,458 sq ft lower level, 769 sq ft ADU, and removal of 3 Coast Live Oaks at 1458 Riata Rd, Pebble Beach
• All three projects are proposed as categorically exempt from CEQA review
• Public comment accepted via email ([email protected]) or by Zoom/phone

Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee

The September 24, 2025 meeting of the Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The cancellation notice states there are no projects to review at this time.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission will meet to discuss a project involving exterior modifications to a single-family dwelling and the creation of an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 3270 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach. The meeting will also include the approval of committee appointments and the minutes from previous sessions.

• Public hearing for exterior modifications to a home at 3270 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
• Appointment of Christina Ziemann to the South County Land Use Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Barbara Varian to the South County Land Use Advisory Committee
• Approval of minutes from June through September 2025 Planning Commission meetings
• Six-month Pilot Program for Interpretation Services announced

The commission unanimously approved exterior modifications for the Bechtel Corporation project in Pebble Beach and a new single‑family dwelling for Timber Ridge Preserve LLC in Carmel. It also appointed Christina Ziemann and Barbara Varian to the South County Land Use Advisory Committee and approved the minutes from six prior meetings.

• Appointed Christina Ziemann to the South County Land Use Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Barbara Varian to the South County Land Use Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for June 25, July 9, July 30, August 13, August 27, and September 10, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Bechtel Corp. exterior modifications project at 3270 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach (unanimous)
• Approved Timber Ridge Preserve LLC construction project at 40 Arroyo Sequoia, Carmel, Santa Lucia Preserve (Phase B) (unanimous)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider several Sheriff's Office budget amendments, including a $313,597 server contract and a $384,675 jail control system upgrade. They will also vote on accepting $350,000 in UASI grant funds and $75,000 for alcohol policing. Other items include adding two emergency road repair projects to the work program and receiving a presentation on committee roles.

• Support amendment to TracNet agreement for server replacement, $313,597 (new not-to-exceed $2,684,436)
• Support jail control system upgrade with Cornerstone Detention Products for $384,675
• Support increase of $231,398 for two Records Specialist II positions funded by MOU with 7 law enforcement agencies
• Support acceptance of $350,000 UASI grant from City and County of San Francisco for Sheriff
• Support adding Fern Canyon Road and Arroyo Seco Road emergency repair projects to FY2025/26 road work program

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The scheduled Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee meeting on September 23, 2025 has been cancelled. There are no projects or agenda items to review at this time.

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The September 23, 2025 meeting of the South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee was cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time. Consequently, no decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will meet to review draft meeting minutes and conduct a closed session. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding a matter of significant exposure to litigation and/or potential initiation of litigation
• Approval of draft action meeting minutes for August 26, 2025, and September 16, 2025

The Board held a closed session with no reportable actions. No public comments were made. The Board unanimously approved Consent Item Number 2, which authorizes the draft action meeting minutes for August 26, 2025 and September 16, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved draft action meeting minutes for Aug 26 2025 and Sep 16 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will honor a local tribal outreach director and hold a closed session to discuss litigation, employee negotiations, and a public defender appointment. The meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2025.

• Ceremonial resolution honoring Esselen Tribe Education and Community Outreach Director Cari Herthel
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation including Blue Cross Blue Shield antitrust case
• Closed session to provide direction to negotiators for Unit L and All Units employee organizations
• Closed session to confer regarding recruitment/appointment to the Public Defender position
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding a matter of significant litigation exposure

The Supervisors removed Consent Item 47 from the agenda and approved Items 2 through 10, which were ceremonial resolutions. They approved Consent Calendar Items 31‑48, excluding the removed Item 47. The board appointed and reappointed several members to the Emergency Medical Care Committee and the Child Care Planning Council. By unanimous vote they supported two federal redistricting bills and, with a 4‑0‑1 vote, supported a third redistricting bill.

• Removed Consent Item 47 at department's request (ALL AYES)
• Approved ceremonial resolutions Items 2‑10 (ALL AYES)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 31‑48, excluding Item 47 (ALL AYES)
• Appointed Jason Sullens to Emergency Medical Care Committee (appointed)
• Reappointed multiple members to Child Care Planning Council (reappointed)
• Supported H.R. 5449 and S.2885 federal redistricting bills (ALL AYES)
• Supported H.R. 4889 federal redistricting bill (4-0-1)

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The September 22, 2025 meeting of the Toro Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review. The agenda contains only a notice of cancellation with no substantive items.

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will hold a meeting to approve minutes and receive public comments on non-agenda items. The meeting will be held at the Monterey Peninsula Airport District Board Meeting Room.

• Approval of minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items
• Commissioner comments on non-agenda items
• Meeting at 200 Fred Kane Drive, Suite 200
• Public comment deadline: 2:00 p.m. prior to meeting

The Airport Land Use Commission approved the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote (2 abstentions). The commission also voted 5‑0 (2 absent) to find the Mandeville Court project consistent with the 2019 Monterey Regional Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan. No updates were provided on other ALUCP items, and the meeting adjourned at 3:20 p.m.

• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstain)
• Found REF250032 Mandeville Court project consistent with 2019 ALUCP (5-0, 2 absent)

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will consider awarding multiple job order contracts for road striping, bridges, emergency response, and facility maintenance. The contracts have a minimum value of $25,000 and a maximum value of $6,210,093.

• Award Traffic Striping and Signing Job Order Contracts (max $2,000,000)
• Award Roads & Bridges Job Order Contracts (max $6,210,093)
• Award Emergency Response Work Job Order Contracts (max $6,210,093)
• Award Facilities Large Capacity Job Order Contracts (max $6,210,093)
• Award Facilities Small Capacity Job Order Contracts (max $3,000,000)

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee will review nine applications for small cell wireless facilities across Pebble Beach. The committee is asked to provide feedback on site design and neighborhood character compatibility for the projects.

• Review of nine small cell wireless facility applications (PLN250237–PLN250245)
• AT&T Mobility projects at 3252 17 Mile Dr, 4035 Sunset Ln, and 1063 Wranglers Trail
• AT&T Mobility projects at 3201 17 Mile Dr, 3195 Cortez Rd, and 3426 17 Mile Dr
• AT&T Mobility projects at 3173 17 Mile Dr, 3399 17 Mile Dr, and 3213 Ballantrae Ln
• Approval of September 4, 2025 meeting minutes

Workforce Development Board

The September 18, 2025 Workforce Development Board meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were scheduled for discussion or decision. The cancellation notice appears on the final agenda document.

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning will hold administrative hearings on four items: a 50-year permit extension for Chemical Lime Company's Natividad Quarry at 407 Old Stage Road, Salinas; a new 5,997 sq ft home, garage, and ADU with removal of 104 Monterey Pines at 1461 Lisbon Ct, Pebble Beach; demolition and new home at 308 Calle De Los Agrinemsors, Carmel Valley; and a lot line adjustment near Arroyo Seco Road, Greenfield. Public hearing can be requested in writing by 5:00 pm September 16.

• 50-year permit extension for Natividad Quarry mining (PLN250135)
• New home, ADU, and removal of 104 Monterey Pines at 1461 Lisbon Ct, Pebble Beach (PLN250150)
• Demolition and new 2,729 sq ft home at 308 Calle De Los Agrinemsors, Carmel Valley (PLN240278)
• Lot line adjustment of two parcels totaling 373.71 acres near Arroyo Seco Road, Greenfield (PLN250193)

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The North County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of projects to review

South County Land Use Advisory Committee

The South County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Monterey County Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission will meet on September 17, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. to conduct business in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. The agenda consists of procedural items, public comment periods, and discussion of civil‑rights matters. No specific policy proposals, contracts, or ordinance votes are listed for this meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to discuss legal counsel performance and litigation, including a case against the county. The regular agenda includes ceremonial resolutions for National Voter Registration Day and Hispanic Heritage Month.

• Closed session to discuss litigation and legal counsel performance
• Ceremonial resolution establishing National Voter Registration Day
• Ceremonial resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month
• Ceremonial resolution honoring Ines Marines for community leadership
• Ceremonial resolution declaring Bracero Workers History Recognition Week

The Board approved an extension for Friends of Laguna Seca to complete its Facility Master Plan and sound study through Q4 2026, and directed County Counsel to review the concession agreement. It also adopted a series of ceremonial resolutions, reappointed and appointed members to advisory commissions, and approved the consent calendar items 31‑57 (excluding item 44).

• Approved extension for Friends of Laguna Seca Facility Master Plan and sound study to Q4 2026 (ALL AYES)
• Adopted resolution establishing the Third Tuesday of September as National Voter Registration Day (Resolution 25‑314)
• Adopted resolution recognizing September 15‑October 15, 2025 as Hispanic Heritage Month (Resolution 25‑331)
• Reappointed Scott Violini to the Agricultural Advisory Committee (term ends 6/30/2028)
• Appointed Estella Padilla to the Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission (term ends 12/31/2025)
• Approved consent calendar items 31‑57 excluding item 44 (ALL AYES)
• Adopted resolution honoring Commander Ray Tongol upon retirement (Resolution 25‑316)
• Adopted resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Watsonville Cannery Strikes (Resolution 25‑332)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board will consider approving a Master Agreement for Professional Services for the Groundwater Monitoring Program with the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SVBGSA) for $802,536, along with a related budget amendment. The closed session includes discussion of existing litigation in California-American Water Company v. Marina Coast Water District. The Board will also receive a presentation on the Department of Water Resources Facilitation Support Services assessment for the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project and an update on recommendations from an expense audit of the Water Recycling Agreement with Monterey One Water.

• Approve $802,536 Master Agreement and Task Order No. 2025-01 with SVBGSA for groundwater monitoring
• Adopt resolution to amend FY26 budget by $400,000 in appropriations and $802,536 in revenue
• Closed session on existing litigation: California-American Water Company v. Marina Coast Water District (Case No. CGC-15-546632)
• Receive presentation on DWR Facilitation Support Services assessment for Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project (CSIP)
• Update on recommendations from July 2024 GPP Analytics expense audit of Water Recycling Agreement with Monterey One Water

The Board unanimously approved a master agreement for professional services for the Groundwater Monitoring Program, valued at $802,536. It also adopted a resolution to raise the FY26 budget appropriations by $400,000 and increase revenue by $199,070. The Board received a presentation on the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project and an update on the Water Recycling Agreement audit recommendations.

• Approved Master Agreement for Professional Services ($802,536) – all ayes
• Adopted budget amendment to increase FY26 appropriations by $400,000 – all ayes
• Adopted budget amendment to increase FY26 revenue by $199,070 – all ayes
• Received presentation on DWR Facilitation Support Services for Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project – consensus
• Received update on recommendations from July 2024 GPP Analytics expense audit of Water Recycling Agreement – consensus

Health, Housing, Homelessness and Human Services Committee

The Health, Housing, Homelessness and Human Services Committee will receive two presentations regarding housing services. The body will also consider the approval of action minutes from four previous meetings held between March and June 2025.

• Presentation on Health Department’s Behavioral Health Bureau Hope Housing Marina Program
• Presentation on services offered by ECHO Fair Housing
• Approval of action minutes from March 27, April 28, May 19, and June 16, 2025

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Water Resources Agency Board will consider approving multiple contract amendments for water infrastructure projects, including the Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project and dam operations, along with a presentation on water recycling.

• Approve Amendment No. 2 to TCB Industrial contract ($275,000 increase)
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to Kennedy Jenks Consultants contract ($94,271 increase)
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to Errol L. Montgomery & Associates contract ($150,000 increase)
• Approve Agreement for Services with GEI Consultants ($226,815)
• Approve annual Joint Funding Agreement with USGS ($256,210)

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold four public hearings: a remodel and expansion of Our Lady of Assumption Church with reduced parking, conversion of uncultivated land to vineyard at 34555 Cachagua Road, establishment of an auto body shop at 11065 Commercial Parkway, and construction of a single-family home at 13780 Vista Dorada Drive. All projects are proposed as categorically exempt from CEQA review.

• PLN220098 - Roman Catholic Bishop of Monterey: remodel and 7,130-sq-ft addition to church/parish hall, new sign, parking reduction from 199 to 110 spaces at 100 Salinas Road
• PLN230294 - Officer Michael B SR & Barbara A TRS: conversion of uncultivated land to vineyard on slopes 15-25% at 34555 Cachagua Road, Carmel Valley
• PLN240276 - T & B Sprague LLC: new auto body shop with collision repair and paintwork at 11065 Commercial Parkway, Castroville
• PLN250035 - Page Brandon and Samantha: new 3,135-sq-ft single-family home with two garages at 13780 Vista Dorada Drive, Salinas

Native American and Archeological Resources Technical Advisory Panel

The Native American and Archeological Resources Technical Advisory Panel will meet to review a revised Statement of Interest and a draft Solicitation Letter for a project in unincorporated Monterey County. The panel will also accept minutes from a previous meeting and review a tracker of ongoing issues.

• Acceptance of October 31, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of revised draft Statement of Interest
• Review of draft Solicitation Letter
• Review of Ongoing Pending Issues Tracker
• Project in unincorporated Monterey County

Housing Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Monterey County Housing Advisory Committee was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural items (call to order, public comment, approval of minutes) and no substantive discussions or decisions were scheduled.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals, evaluating each for categorical exemption under CEQA. One hearing concerns a 4,312‑sq‑ft single‑family home at 2825 Congress Road, Pebble Beach, with removal of 27 protected trees. The other concerns a 5,620‑sq‑ft home, a 4,800‑sq‑ft barn, and a 36,610‑sq‑ft uncovered roping arena at 27650 Via Quintana, Carmel, including 3,500 cubic yards of grading.

• Public hearing on PLN240088 – 4,312 sq ft single‑family dwelling with garage at 2825 Congress Road, Pebble Beach; removal of 27 protected trees.
• Public hearing on PLN240207 – 5,620 sq ft single‑family dwelling, 4,800 sq ft barn, 36,610 sq ft roping arena at 27650 Via Quintana, Carmel; 3,500 cubic yds grading on slopes >25%.
• Six‑month pilot program for interpretation services beginning Dec 2024 to improve meeting accessibility.
• Public comment period for any agenda or non‑agenda matters.
• Agenda corrections, deletions, and proposed additions to be announced by the Commission Clerk.

The Planning Commission held public hearings on two residential projects and voted to find each categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines section 15303. Both motions passed unanimously with all nine commissioners voting aye and no objections. No public comments were received. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved categorical exemption for the 4,312‑sq‑ft Ching Lilly single‑family dwelling (9‑0)
• Approved categorical exemption for the 5,620‑sq‑ft Rey Eric J & Clark Harvey C single‑family dwelling and arena (9‑0)

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 9, 2025 was cancelled. The agenda notes that there are no projects to review at this time. No decisions or discussions will take place.

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 9, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will consider approving the action minutes from its August 14, 2025 meeting. It will receive and discuss reports from federal and state legislative offices, including updates on appropriations, FEMA reimbursements, and the state budget. The committee will also review grant reports on the San Lucas Drinking Water Project and Proposition 4 – Climate Resiliency. A public comment period is scheduled before the committee proceeds to other agenda items.

• Consider approval of the action minutes from the August 14, 2025 Legislative Committee meeting
• Receive and discuss federal reports from Senator Alex Padilla, Senator Adam Schiff, Congressman Jimmy Panetta, Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren, Senator John Laird, Assemblymember Robert Rivas, and Assemblymember Dawn Addis
• Receive and discuss state reports covering the legislature status, state budget, Proposition 50, and Governor’s actions
• Review grant reports on the San Lucas Drinking Water Project and Proposition 4 – Climate Resiliency
• Public Comment Period for members of the public to address the committee on any matter within its jurisdiction

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will discuss adding modular projects for the Juvenile Hall and Youth Center to the FY 25/26 Facilities Capital Work Plan. The committee will also review a request from the Sheriff's Office to add a server replacement project to the FY 2025/26 Capital Improvement Program.

• Recommendation to add Juvenile Hall and Youth Center Modular projects to FY 25/26 Facilities Capital (CIP) Work Plan
• Review of Sheriff's Office request for "Sheriff's Office Server Replacement" project in the FY 2025/26 CIP Work Plan

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending several contract amendments and a joint funding agreement to the Board of Directors. Key items include a $275,000 increase for TCB Industrial to maintain the Nacimiento Dam Hydroelectric Power Plant, a $400,000 consulting agreement with GEI Consultants and Sonoma Water, and a $256,210 annual agreement with the USGS for streamgaging. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from August 1, 2025.

• Approve minutes of the August 1, 2025 Finance Committee meeting
• Recommend extending Castroville Community Services District sub-grant agreement to June 30, 2027
• Recommend $275,000 increase to TCB Industrial for Nacimiento Dam hydro plant maintenance (total $640,000)
• Recommend $400,000 agreement with GEI Consultants and Sonoma Water for consulting services
• Recommend $256,210 annual Joint Funding Agreement with USGS for streamgaging and reservoir elevation monitoring

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for September 5, 2025 was cancelled. As a result, no agenda items were discussed or decided. Residents should note that any pending matters will be addressed at a future meeting.

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

This is a pre-distribution of reports over 50 pages for the September 16 Board of Supervisors meeting. The two consent items from Natividad Medical Center are: a renewal and amendment for single sign-on software services from Forward Advantage, and authorization for contracts with three marketing firms.

• Renewal and Amendment No. 7 with Forward Advantage for Imprivata software, adding $115,606 for a total not-to-exceed $924,242, extending through March 2027.
• Authorize agreements with Waltz Creative, The Buzz PR, and Mag One Media for marketing and graphic design services, each for three years with optional extensions, total not-to-exceed $555,000 initially, up to $925,000 over five years.

Historic Resources Review Board

The Historic Resources Review Board approved the April 3 and June 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a resolution recommending the Chief of Planning exempt the dairy barn roof project from CEQA and grant a design approval for fire‑resistant shingles. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved June 5, 2025 minutes with correction (5‑0)
• Approved design exemption and roof replacement for 6540 Carmel Valley Rd (6‑0)

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss and provide feedback on a Combined Development Permit for a 3,664-square-foot single-family dwelling, attached garage, and 769-square-foot accessory dwelling unit at 1458 Riata Road in Pebble Beach. The proposal also includes a Coastal Administrative Permit for development on man-made slopes over 30 percent and a Coastal Development Permit to remove three Coast Live Oaks. The committee's role is to advise on site design, neighborhood compatibility, and local considerations. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Combined Development Permit for 3,664 sf house, 1,130 sf garage, and 769 sf ADU
• Coastal Administrative Permit for development on man-made slopes exceeding 30%
• Coastal Development Permit to remove 3 Coast Live Oaks
• Project location: 1458 Riata Rd, Pebble Beach (APN 008-332-019-000)
• Committee feedback on site design and neighborhood character compatibility

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee will meet to approve the minutes from its June 23, 2025 meeting and receive verbal updates on military leave policy and veteran hiring preferences.

• Approval of June 23, 2025 Action Minutes
• Verbal update on Military and Leave Policy
• Verbal update on Hiring Preference for Veterans

Administrative Permit

The Monterey County Housing and Community Development Chief of Planning will consider four administrative permits for new single-family homes, accessory dwelling units, and a lot line adjustment extension. Staff recommends finding each project categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act.

• 7,476 sq ft single family dwelling with 1,029 sq ft ADU at 20 Potrero Trail, Carmel
• 6,490 sq ft single family dwelling with 1,095 sq ft ADU at 11 Vasquez Trail, Carmel
• Two-year permit extension for a Lot Line Adjustment at 51173, 51701, and 51983 Freeman Flat Road, King City
• 800 sq ft detached ADU at 3150 Midwood Ln, Pebble Beach

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for September 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Planning Committee will receive updates on the Nonpoint Source Implementation Plan and on activities related to the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency's subgrant agreements. The only decision item is approval of the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approve minutes of the August 6, 2025 Planning Committee meeting
• Update on the Nonpoint Source Implementation Plan (Presenter: Manuel Saavedra)
• Update on activities related to Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency subgrant agreements (Presenter: Shaunna Murray)
• Set next meeting and discuss future agenda items

Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee

The September 2, 2025, meeting of the Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 2, 2025 was cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time. Consequently, no decisions or discussions will take place.

Castroville Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for September 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to conduct performance evaluations for the Civil Rights Officer, Natividad Medical Center CEO, and County Administrative Officer, and to discuss recruitment for the Public Defender position. There will also be a ceremonial resolution recognizing the Spanish Hawaiian Heritage Association.

• Closed session performance evaluations for Civil Rights Officer, Natividad Medical Center CEO, and County Administrative Officer
• Closed session discussion on appointment/recruitment for Public Defender
• Ceremonial resolution recognizing contributions of Hawaiian Spaniards and Spanish Hawaiian Heritage Association

The Board adopted Resolution No. 25-320 recognizing the contributions of Hawaiian Spaniards and the Spanish Hawaiian Heritage Association’s Academic and Cultural Conference. The motion was made by Supervisor Glenn Church, seconded by Supervisor Luis A. Alejo, and passed with all ayes. No other substantive actions were taken; closed‑session items had no reportable action.

• Adopted Resolution No. 25-320 honoring Hawaiian-Spanish heritage conference (all ayes)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee meets to receive several informational reports, including financial updates from Natividad Medical Center, a sales tax update, and an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project status. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and receipt only.

• Natividad Medical Center key capital projects report (July–Dec 2024)
• Natividad Medical Center financial report for Q3 FY2025 (Jan–Mar 2025)
• Natividad Medical Center financial report for Q4 FY2025 (Apr–Jun 2025)
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Replacement Project planning update
• Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) fund balance report

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will meet to review storage schedules, maintenance activities, and recreation updates. The meeting will include approval of prior meeting minutes and a discussion on future agenda items.

• Approval of June 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of reservoir storage and release schedule
• Review of current operations and maintenance activities
• Review of reservoir recreation by concessionaire and parks department
• Discussion on invasive mussel update and next meeting date

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The County of Monterey Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on four development projects. Items include a water tank replacement and upgrade at Oak Meadow Lane in Carmel Valley, a new single-family home at 1012 San Carlos Road in Pebble Beach, an after-the-fact second dwelling at 35 Live Oak Road in Royal Oaks, and a new home with accessory dwelling unit and tree removal at 2901 Bird Rock Road in Pebble Beach. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 10 and August 14, 2025.

• PLN230172: California American Water Company – removal of one 10,000-gallon tank, construction of two tanks (10,000 and 60,000 gallons), modification of existing 50,000-gallon tank, and bypass pipeline at 6, 7, 10, and 15 Oak Meadow Lane, Carmel Valley.
• PLN250071: Castleman – demolition of 1,870 sq ft dwelling and construction of 4,705 sq ft two-story home with garage at 1012 San Carlos Road, Pebble Beach.
• PLN240078: La Fuerza Properties – after-the-fact approval of a 1,046 sq ft legal non-conforming second dwelling with porch at 35 Live Oak Road, Royal Oaks (related to Code Enforcement Case 00085164).
• PLN200316: John D. Wilkins and Bushra – construction of 2,340 sq ft home, 740 sq ft garage, 575 sq ft ADU, removal of 25 Monterey Pine and 4 Coast Live Oak trees, grading near environmentally sensitive habitat at 2901 Bird Rock Road, Pebble Beach.
• Acceptance of minutes from July 10 and August 14, 2025 Zoning Administrator meetings.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to build a 2,265 sq ft single-family home with a detached garage at 28007 Mercurio Rd, Carmel, including development on slopes over 25%. Other business includes reappointing Kamlesh Parikh and appointing Fred Kenyon to Land Use Advisory Committees and reviewing commission referrals.

• Public hearing for PLN240231: 2,265 sq ft home and 740 sq ft garage at 28007 Mercurio Rd, Carmel, with development on slopes exceeding 25%
• Reappoint Kamlesh Parikh to Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee
• Appoint Fred Kenyon to South County Land Use Advisory Committee
• Referrals update including Tiny Homes/Mobile Homes response

The commission reappointed Kamlesh Parikh to the Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee and appointed Fred Kenyon to the South County Land Use Advisory Committee. It also approved a combined development permit for a 2,265‑square‑foot single‑family dwelling with a detached garage at 28007 Mercurio Rd, Carmel, finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA. All votes were unanimous with all present commissioners voting aye; Etna Monsalve was absent.

• Reappointed Kamlesh Parikh to Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee (unanimous aye)
• Appointed Fred Kenyon to South County Land Use Advisory Committee (unanimous aye)
• Approved combined development permit for 2,265‑sq‑ft home at 28007 Mercurio Rd, Carmel (unanimous aye)

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 26, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 26, 2025, at Pacific Valley School has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of projects
• Location: Pacific Valley School (#1), 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to discuss pending opioid litigation (Purdue Pharma, National Prescription Opiate), a water agency lawsuit, labor negotiations with all units and IHSS, and a liability claim. In open session, they will consider a resolution celebrating California statehood's 175th anniversary.

• Closed session: Opioid litigation (Purdue Pharma, National Prescription Opiate) – existing litigation
• Closed session: Labor negotiations – direction to negotiators for all units and IHSS
• Closed session: Liability claim – Estate of Jose Manuel Zamudio
• Open session: Resolution celebrating 175th anniversary of California statehood

The Board adopted a resolution approving the Signal Hill LLC project at 1170 Signal Hill Road, including a design approval, a coastal development permit, a setback variance, and an increased conservation easement. The motion passed with four votes in favor, none against and one abstention. The Board also affirmed Measure AA revenues to fund AXON body‑cameras ($1.45 million) and $50,000 each for Reservoir AgTech and Regenerative California initiatives. Additionally, the Board appointed Jaqueline Cruz Ed.D. to the Natividad Medical Center Board of Trustees.

• Approved Signal Hill LLC design approval, coastal permit, variance, and easement amendment (4‑0‑1)
• Affirmed $1,450,000 Measure AA revenue for AXON body‑cameras (unanimous)
• Affirmed $50,000 Measure AA revenue for Reservoir AgTech initiatives (unanimous)
• Affirmed $50,000 Measure AA revenue for Regenerative California blue‑economy fisheries (unanimous)
• Appointed Jaqueline Cruz Ed.D. to Natividad Medical Center Board of Trustees (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑307 celebrating California’s 175th statehood anniversary (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑308 honoring Legislative Program Manager Annette D’Adamo (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 17‑45 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will hold a closed session to evaluate the General Manager's performance and confer with legal counsel on existing litigation (Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee v. MCWRA). The open session consists solely of approving draft action meeting minutes from 35 prior meetings dating from January 2024 through August 2025. The agenda contains no other substantive decisions or proposals.

• Closed session: performance evaluation for the General Manager
• Closed session: legal conference on Nacimiento Regional Water Management Advisory Committee v. MCWRA (San Luis Obispo County Superior Court Case No. 19CVP-0010)
• Consent calendar: approval of 35 sets of draft action meeting minutes from 2024 and 2025

The Board approved Consent Item 2, which adopts the draft action meeting minutes covering dates from January 2024 through August 2025. The motion was moved by Supervisor Luis A. Alejo, seconded by Supervisor Glenn Church, and passed with all votes in favor. No other actions were taken; the closed session had no reportable action. The meeting was then adjourned by Chair Supervisor Chris Lopez.

• Approved Consent Item 2 – draft action meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned the meeting (no vote required)

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The August 25, 2025 meeting of the Toro Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a design approval for a new single-family home. The committee is asked to provide feedback on site design and neighborhood character compatibility.

• Review design approval for 4,705 sq ft home at 1012 San Carlos Rd
• Project involves demolishing 1,870 sq ft dwelling and constructing new home
• Committee to provide feedback on site design and neighborhood character

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Monterey County Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The North County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of projects to review
• No projects scheduled for the August 20, 2025, agenda

South County Land Use Advisory Committee

The South County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of projects to review.

Administrative Permit

The County of Monterey Housing and Community Development will hold an administrative hearing to consider four construction projects, including new homes and additions, all seeking categorical exemptions under the California Environmental Quality Act.

• PLN240274: 1,566 sq ft manufactured home at 26170 Rinconada Drive, Salinas
• PLN250157: 5,230 sq ft two-story dwelling at 23 Vasquez Trail, Carmel
• PLN240150: 1,210 sq ft addition at 38 Clausen Rd, Royal Oaks
• PLN250155: 3,285 sq ft two-story dwelling at 2220 Silver Stone St, Royal Oaks

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will honor a local track athlete, appoint new members to the Parks Commission, and consider corrections to fire district appointments.

• Resolution honoring Clara Adams and declaring August 19 as 'Clara Adams Day'
• Appoint David Prina to the Parks Commission
• Reappoint Kelly Stracke to the Parks Commission
• Correct term expiration for Larry Santos on South Monterey County Fire Protection District
• Closed session to discuss litigation and public defender recruitment

The Board approved a Mental Health Services Agreement with Altos Health Partners for up to $85,200 and a retroactive agreement with A&A Health Services for up to $625,923. It also adopted a resolution honoring athlete Clara Adams and declared August 19 as Clara Adams Day. Additional actions included appointing and reappointing several commission members and approving an agricultural subdivision plan.

• Adopted Resolution honoring Clara Adams and declaring August 19 Clara Adams Day (unanimous)
• Corrected term expiration for Larry Santos (Fire Protection District) to Dec 1 2028 (corrected)
• Reappointed Kelly Stracke to Parks Commission (term ends Jan 31 2029) (reappointed)
• Appointed David Prina to Parks Commission (term ends Sep 17 2028) (appointed)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 17‑30 excluding item 29 (unanimous)
• Adopted agricultural subdivision resolution with Mitigated Negative Declaration and subdivision map (unanimous)
• Approved Mental Health Services Agreement with Altos Health Partners up to $85,200 (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive Mental Health Services Agreement with A&A Health Services up to $625,923 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board will hold its regular meeting, hear general public comments, and consider a consent‑calendar item. The item authorizes the agency’s General Manager to execute a quit‑claim deed transferring a flow‑ditch easement to the Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Restoration Project in Salinas. The Board may act on the item under California Government Code §54954.2.

• Authorize quit‑claim deed to transfer flow‑ditch easement to Big Sur Land Trust for Carr Lake Restoration Project (Salinas)

The Board approved Consent Calendar Item No. 1, authorizing the Water Resources Agency General Manager to execute a quitclaim deed and related documents. The deed will remove a flow ditch easement on property transferred to the Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Restoration Project in Salinas. The motion passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote; Supervisor Alejo was not present for the vote.

• Approved quitclaim deed to transfer flow ditch easement to Big Sur Land Trust (4-0)

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Monterey County Water Resources Agency Board will decide on a Master Agreement and Task Order for groundwater monitoring with the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency, totaling $802,536 and requiring a budget amendment. Other action items include contract amendments for Nacimiento Dam engineering, heavy equipment rental, and financial management services, plus a resolution to accept $77,727 in state funding for invasive mussel prevention. Consent items include a quitclaim deed for the Carr Lake Restoration Project and meeting minutes.

• Groundwater Monitoring Program Master Agreement with SVBGSA — $802,536, with retroactive start March 1, 2025
• Amendment No. 3 to GEI Consultants contract for Nacimiento Dam penstock wall design — increase of $249,676, total not to exceed $477,296
• Amendment No. 4 to Quinn Company agreement for heavy equipment rental and maintenance — increase of $150,000, total not to exceed $550,000
• Amendment No. 1 to Fieldman, Rolapp contract for financial management services — increase of $75,000, total not to exceed $165,000
• Quitclaim deed to remove a flow ditch easement on property for the Carr Lake Restoration Project in Salinas

Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 18, 2025 was cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time. No agenda items were presented.

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee will discuss and provide feedback on a proposed single-family dwelling and detached garage at 28007 Mercurio Rd. The project involves construction on slopes over 25% and includes an onsite wastewater system. The committee's input will focus on site design, neighborhood character, and local considerations.

• Project PLN240231: 2,265-sf home, 740-sf garage, and wastewater system at 28007 Mercurio Rd, on slopes exceeding 25%

Health, Housing, Homelessness and Human Services Committee

The committee will receive two informational presentations: an overview of the County's Health Department and a presentation on the Behavioral Health Bureau's Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) project. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation on County Health Department overview by Director Elsa Jimenez
• Presentation on Behavioral Health Bureau's MHRC project by Assistant Bureau Chief Fabricio Chombo

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

This is an advance distribution of reports exceeding 50 pages for the Board of Supervisors meeting on August 26, 2025. The board will consider consent agenda items including amendments to professional services agreements at Natividad Medical Center and a contract award for the Salinas Road and Pajaro Project.

• Third Amendment with Adelheid Ebenhoech, M.D. for family medicine services, no change to $600,000 cap
• First Amendment with Monterey Bay GI Consultants for gastroenterology, adding $800,000 for a new total of $1,600,000
• Fourth Amendment with Access TeleCare California for tele-neurology, adding $400,000 for a new total of $1,680,000
• Award contract to Granite Rock Company for Salinas Road and Pajaro Project at $735,253
• Approve professional services agreement with Wallace Group for Chualar Wastewater Consolidation Project, up to $571,942

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will first consider approving the action minutes from its May 12, 2025 meeting. It will receive introductions and reports from federal, state, and grant offices, including updates on federal legislation and the Jolon Road Safety Improvement Project. The committee will discuss recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on federal and state issues such as SB 694 and the San Lucas Drinking Water Project. No other specific actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve action minutes from the May 12, 2025 Legislative Committee meeting
• Federal Report: Defense Community Infrastructure Program for the Jolon Road Safety Improvement Project
• State Report: SB 694 (Archuleta) Veterans Benefits Protection Act of 2025
• Grant Report: San Lucas Drinking Water Project
• Grant Report: Land and Water Conservation Fund

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two items: a ground-mount solar system at the Carmelite Monastery near archaeological resources and sensitive habitat, and a continued amendment to allow conversion of tennis courts to pickleball courts at the Chamisal Tennis and Fitness Club. The solar project is proposed as categorically exempt from CEQA. The pickleball amendment has been continued from previous hearings.

• PLN240240: Solar system at 27601 Highway 1, Carmel, within 750 ft of archaeological resources and 100 ft of Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas
• PLN240107: Minor amendment to Use Permit PC1584 at 185 Robley Rd, Salinas to convert two tennis courts to eight pickleball courts, add three new, and allow future conversion of one tennis court to four pickleball courts
• Pickleball item continued from April 10, May 29, and July 31, 2025
• CEQA exemptions proposed for both projects (15303 and 15301 respectively)

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the construction of two single-family dwellings and a lot line adjustment. The commission will also consider CEQA categorical exemptions for the residential projects.

• PLN240285: Proposed 5,580 sq ft home and 678 sq ft garage at 62 Marguerite, Carmel, including removal of 13 Oak trees
• PLN230131: Proposed 3,477 sq ft home and 606 sq ft garage at 103 A San Benancio Rd, Salinas, including removal of 10 protected Oak trees
• PLN240223: Public hearing for a Lot Line Adjustment between four legal lots

The Planning Commission unanimously approved three projects: a combined development permit for a 5,580‑sq‑ft home in Carmel, a combined development permit for a 3,477‑sq‑ft home in Salinas with removal of 10 protected oak trees, and a coastal development permit for a lot line adjustment among four parcels on Highway 1 in Big Sur. All three projects were found categorically exempt under CEQA. No public comments were received on any item.

• Approved Combined Development Permit for 5,580‑sq‑ft single‑family home at 62 Marguerite, Carmel (unanimous)
• Approved Combined Development Permit for 3,477‑sq‑ft single‑family home at 103 A San Benancio Rd, Salinas, including removal of 10 protected oak trees and slopes >25% (unanimous)
• Approved Coastal Development Permit for lot line adjustment among four Highway 1 parcels in Big Sur (unanimous)

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The August 12, 2025 meeting of the Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review.

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for August 12, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will hold public comment before entering a closed session. In closed session, the Board will confer with legal counsel on ongoing litigation and with real‑property negotiators on the Laguna Seca Concession and Manzanita Park, focusing on price and terms. After reconvening, the Board will adopt a resolution honoring the 2025 graduates.

• Closed session negotiation of Laguna Seca Concession – price and terms
• Closed session negotiation of Manzanita Park – price and terms
• Closed session discussion of litigation: Mario Gonzalez et al. v. State of CA
• Closed session discussion of litigation: Lasher v. County of Monterey
• Ceremonial resolution honoring the 2025 graduates

The Board approved a zoning ordinance to adopt the 2010 General Plan FEIR and amend Chapters 21.08 and 21.50 of the Monterey County Code, with all supervisors voting aye. The Board also approved a resolution honoring 2025 graduates of several community programs, appointed three commissioners, and approved the consent calendar items. Several health‑service contracts and a $1.15 M change order for Natividad Medical Center were authorized.

• Adopt zoning map and classification ordinance (all ayes)
• Approve resolution honoring 2025 graduates of community programs (all ayes)
• Appoint Carolynne Roderick to Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission (appointed)
• Reappoint Ronald Holder to Community Action Commission (reappointed)
• Approve Consent Calendar Items 12‑26 (all ayes)
• Authorize Natividad Medical Center Change Order #1 for $1,153,761 and related budget increases (approved)
• Approve Non‑Standard Professional Services Agreement with Syracuse University up to $1,000,000 (approved)
• Approve Mental Health Services Agreement with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula up to $3,045,124 (approved)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation, including the coordinated case Mario Gonzalez et al. v. State of CA. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session under Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(1) to confer with legal counsel on existing litigation
• Litigation: Mario Gonzalez et al. v. State of CA, et al. (lead case 23CV004194) with multiple subordinate cases

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency convened on August 12, 2025, called to order by Chair Supervisor Chris Lopez. A closed session was held to confer with legal counsel about ongoing litigation, including Mario Gonzalez v. State of CA. No reportable actions or decisions resulted from the closed session. The meeting was then adjourned.

Boronda County Sanitation District

The Boronda County Sanitation District Board will meet on August 12, 2025. The agenda includes a consent calendar item to adopt a resolution certifying compliance with state law on levying general and specific taxes, assessments, and property-related fees. The meeting also provides time for public comments, roll call, and standard procedural matters.

• Adopt resolution certifying compliance with state law for levying taxes, assessments, and property-related fees

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District will meet to consider a resolution certifying that the district has complied with state law regarding the levying of taxes, assessments, and property-related fees.

• Resolution certifying compliance with state law for general and specific taxes, assessments, and property-related fees and charges

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The August 11, 2025 meeting of the Toro Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will review development and financing options for the 1281 Broadway, Seaside Community Benefits Office Replacement Project. The body will also receive several status reports on capital improvement projects and job order contracting.

• Development and financing options for 1281 Broadway, Seaside Community Benefits Office Replacement Project
• Job Order Contract Program status report (October 2024 through March 2025)
• Key Capital Improvement Projects report for July 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024
• Quarterly Job Order Contracting report from Natividad Medical Center for period ending December 2024

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will receive and discuss reports on the General Fund Park budget and staffing allocations for FY2024/25 and FY2025/26, 2025 special events, and management and concession agreements. They will also consider supporting the Royal Oaks Disc Golf Course as a permanent feature and installing a temporary course at Toro Park or Lake San Antonio.

• Receive report on General Fund Park annual budget and staffing for FY2024/25 and FY2025/26
• Receive report on 2025 Parks Special Events held in county parks
• Receive report on Management and Concession Agreements associated with county parks
• Support making Royal Oaks Disc Golf Course a permanent recreation feature
• Support installing a temporary disc golf course at Toro Park and/or Lake San Antonio

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee will consider a subdivision application from CASA ONDULADO LLC for about 5.02 acres at 1451 Ondulado Road, Pebble Beach. The committee is asked to provide feedback on site design, neighborhood‑character compatibility, and local considerations. The meeting also includes public comment on non‑agenda items, a courtesy presentation by the applicants, and routine announcements.

• Review of CASA ONDULADO LLC subdivision of ~5.02 acres at 1451 Ondulado Road into two parcels (~1.11 acres and ~1.01 acres) and a 2.90‑acre remainder
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants regarding potential projects
• Announcements
• Approval of July 24, 2025 meeting minutes

Historic Resources Review Board

The Monterey County Historic Resources Review Board will hold its August 7, 2025 meeting by teleconference using Zoom. The agenda primarily provides public participation instructions, COVID‑19 safety notices, and contact information for comments and accommodations. No specific project decisions or proposals are listed in the provided agenda excerpt.

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider accepting Dan Ripke's resignation as the Higher Education representative and directing staff to open recruitment for that seat, possibly adding it to an existing Ad Hoc Committee. The committee will also receive a staff report on Economic Development accomplishments for FY24-25 and presentations from four Development Set-Aside Agencies (Arts4MC, See Monterey, MCFC, MCBC) on their fiscal year results. Approval of action minutes from March 20 and May 22, 2025, is on the agenda.

• Accept resignation of Dan Ripke as Higher Education representative
• Direct staff to open recruitment for Higher Education representative
• Consider adding recruitment to Ad Hoc Committee reviewing applicant qualifications
• Receive report on Economic Development accomplishments FY24-25
• Receive presentations from Arts4MC, See Monterey, MCFC, and MCBC on FY24-25 results

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The committee will vote to approve the minutes from its May 7, 2025 meeting. It will review the 2024 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report. Members will discuss how hydrogeology influences measured changes in groundwater elevation. The meeting will also set the date for the next session and consider future agenda items.

• Approve minutes of the Basin Management Advisory Committee meeting held on May 7, 2025
• Review the 2024 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report
• Discuss the influence of hydrogeology on measured changes in groundwater elevation
• Set next meeting date and discuss future agenda items

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for August 6, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning for Monterey County Housing and Community Development will hold an administrative hearing to consider three permit matters. The first is a three‑year extension of a Combined Development Permit for 76 multi‑family housing units in the “S” zoning district at 24471‑24531 Citation Court, Monterey. The second is a minor and trivial amendment for additions to a single‑family residence and accessory dwelling unit at 1151 Sombria Ln, Pebble Beach. The third is a permit for an 831‑square‑foot accessory dwelling unit at 1507 Viscaino Rd, Pebble Beach. Staff reports include draft resolutions and CEQA determinations for each item.

• PLN210180-EXT1 – three‑year extension of Combined Development Permit for 76 multi‑family units at 24471‑24531 Citation Court, Monterey (S zoning, slopes >25%, removal of 82 Coast Live Oak trees).
• PLN220114-AMD1 – Minor and trivial amendment allowing a 5,055 sq ft addition to a 10,263 sq ft single‑family home and a 315 sq ft addition to an accessory dwelling unit at 1151 Sombria Ln, Pebble Beach (total 16,102 sq ft).
• PLN240175 – Permit for construction of an 831 sq ft accessory dwelling unit at 1507 Viscaino Rd, Pebble Beach.

Water Resources Agency Planning Committee

The Water Resources Agency Planning Committee will vote to approve the action minutes from its June 4, 2025 meeting. Staff will provide updates on the Salinas River Operations Habitat Conservation Plan, the Salinas River Lagoon Slidegate Project, and the SVBGSA subgrant agreements. The committee will also review the agency’s bylaws and discuss scheduling the next meeting.

• Approve the Action Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting held on June 4, 2025
• Update on the Salinas River Operations Habitat Conservation Plan
• Update on the Salinas River Lagoon Slidegate Project
• Update on activities related to the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency’s subgrant agreements
• Overview of Agency’s Bylaws and recommendations for updating

Board of Supervisors

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a closed session. The Board will discuss legal litigation, liability claims, and personnel evaluations.

• Closed session to provide direction to negotiators for all employee units
• Closed session regarding litigation: John Burdick, Jane Doe v. County of Monterey, and Debra Wilson v. County of Monterey
• Closed session regarding liability claims involving 24 named individuals
• Closed session regarding recruitment and appointment for the Public Defender position
• Closed session for performance evaluations of the County Administrative Officer and Natividad Medical Center CEO

The Board adopted three ceremonial resolutions, approved a consent calendar, and voted 4-0 to add two vacation‑rental license fees of $135 and $357.50. It also approved multiple Natividad Medical Center contract amendments and made several appointments and term corrections.

• Adopted resolution proclaiming Aug 9, 2025 as World Indigenous Peoples Day (Resolution No. 25-242)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Andre Mosqueda (Resolution No. 25-258)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Organización Valles Centrales (Resolution No. 25-257)
• Approved consent calendar items 14‑44, excluding Item 36 (trailed) and Item 43 (removed)
• Approved vacation‑rental fee amendment adding $135 for no‑change renewals and $357.50 for change renewals (motion passed 4‑0)
• Corrected term expiration for Salvador Munoz on the Workforce Development Board to July 8, 2028
• Reappointed Winifred Chambliss to the Community Action Commission (term ends June 30, 2028)
• Appointed Cecil Jones to the Carmel Valley Road Committee (term ends June 30, 2028)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors of the Water Resources Agency will adopt a resolution establishing FY 2025‑26 regulatory fees for the Groundwater Monitoring Program. They will rescind previously adopted flood‑zone assessment resolutions and adopt revised resolutions with a 2.7% cost‑of‑living adjustment for Flood Zones 1, 1A, 8, 9, 12, and 17. The Board will also nominate Deputy General Manager Shaunna Murray to the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency advisory committee. The agenda includes a closed‑session performance evaluation of the agency’s General Manager and time for public comment.

• Adopt FY 2025‑26 Groundwater Monitoring Program fees: $160.16 per well (initial registration), $21.86 (annual renewal), $64.82 (extraction reporting), $117.68 (level monitoring), $73.92 (quality monitoring).
• Rescind Resolutions 25-251, 25-254, 25-255 and adopt revised flood‑zone assessment charges with a 2.7% COLA for Flood Zones 1, 1A, 8, 9, 12, and 17.
• Nominate Deputy General Manager Shaunna Murray to the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Advisory Committee.
• Closed‑session performance evaluation of the Water Resources Agency General Manager.
• General public comments on any matter within the Board’s jurisdiction.

The Board approved the FY 2025‑26 Groundwater Monitoring Program regulatory fees, setting specific charges per well for registration, renewal, extraction reporting, level monitoring, and quality monitoring. It also approved the nomination of Deputy General Manager Shaunna Murray to the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency advisory committee. The Board rescinded three previously adopted flood‑zone assessment charge resolutions due to clerical errors and adopted revised resolutions with a 2.7% cost‑of‑living adjustment for the affected zones. Consent Calendar items 3 and 4 were approved unanimously.

• Approved Consent Calendar Items 3 and 4 (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 Groundwater Monitoring Program regulatory fees: $160.16 per well for initial registration, $21.86 for annual renewal, $64.82 for extraction reporting, $117.68 for level monitoring, $73.92 for quality monitoring (all ayes)
• Adopted resolution nominating Deputy General Manager Shaunna Murray to the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency advisory committee (all ayes)
• Rescinded Resolutions 25‑251, 25‑254, and 25‑255 for flood‑zone assessment charges due to clerical errors (all ayes)
• Adopted revised flood‑zone assessment charge resolutions with a 2.7% COLA increase for zones 1, 1A, 8, 9, 12, and 17 (all ayes)

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee will discuss two development proposals: a 2,265‑square‑foot single‑family dwelling at 28007 Mercurio Rd and a 3,917‑square‑foot single‑family dwelling at 56 Marguerite. For each project the committee will provide feedback on site design, neighborhood‑character compatibility, and local considerations. The meeting also includes a courtesy presentation by the applicants and standard announcements.

• Project MAUSE PATRICK W & ROBIN M RILEY TRS – 2,265 SF home, 740 SF detached garage, onsite wastewater system at 28007 Mercurio Rd.
• Project CRAIG ANGELA – 3,917 SF home, 850 SF attached garage, 161 SF mechanical room, 148 SF sauna, 613 SF guesthouse, pool, removal of 29 protected trees at 56 Marguerite.
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants regarding potential projects.

Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to the absence of projects for the committee to review.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of projects to review
• Scheduled for Carmel Highlands Fire Protection District
• Location: 73 Fern Canyon Rd., Carmel, CA 93923

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The scheduled August 1, 2025 meeting of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The Water Resources Agency Finance Committee will approve the June 6, 2025 minutes and review the FY24‑25 financial statements for all agency funds. It will consider two contract amendments: one to extend and increase the Fieldman, Rolapp and Associates services, and another to raise and extend the GEI Consultants agreement for Nacimiento Dam engineering. The committee will also receive updates on a groundwater service agreement, hydroelectric revenue, and Monterey One Water expenditures before setting the next meeting date.

• Amendment No. 3 to GEI Consultants contract: increase $249,676 to total $477,296 and extend term to Dec 31, 2027 for Nacimiento Dam engineering
• Amendment No. 1 to Fieldman, Rolapp and Associates contract: increase $75,000 to total $165,000 and extend term to Dec 31, 2028 for financial management services
• Consider FY24‑25 Period 12 financials for all agency funds
• Update on service agreement development with Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency
• Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 hydroelectric revenue summary

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The July 31, 2025, meeting of the Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Cannabis Committee

The Cannabis Committee will meet to receive updates on commercial cannabis business tax collections and the Cannabis Program budget. The body will also review performance measures and a local jurisdiction grant from the Department of Cannabis Control.

• Auditor-Controller Office update on commercial cannabis business tax collections and payment plan
• Update on Cannabis Program budget
• Update on Department of Cannabis Control Local Jurisdiction Grant
• Review of Cannabis Program performance measures
• Approval of action minutes from the March 06, 2025 meeting

The Cannabis Committee approved the action minutes from the March 06, 2025 meeting by consensus. The committee also received an auditor‑controller update on commercial cannabis tax collections and a program budget update, both recorded as received. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 06, 2025 Cannabis Committee minutes (consensus)

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Monterey County Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a single-family home project at 3320 17 Mile Drive and a minor amendment to a tennis club to add pickleball courts at 185 Robley Rd. The meeting will also include the acceptance of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for single-family dwelling at 3320 17 Mile Drive
• Public hearing for pickleball courts at 185 Robley Rd
• Acceptance of June and July 2025 Zoning Administrator minutes

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two single-family home construction projects. Both proposals include the removal of protected trees and specific square footage for dwellings and garages.

• PLN240089: Proposed 5,443 sq ft home and 682 sq ft garage at 2821 Congress Road, including removal of 40 protected trees
• PLN230353: Proposed 8,121 sq ft home and 1,252 sq ft garage at 1573 Riata Rd, including removal of 57 protected trees
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 9, April 30, May 14, May 28, and June 11, 2025

The Planning Commission found the Horvitz family project at 1573 Riata Rd categorically exempt under CEQA and approved a combined development permit that includes design, coastal administrative, and coastal development permits, allowing removal of 57 protected trees. The commission also approved a categorical exemption and combined development permit for the Ching Lilly project at 2821 Congress Rd. The consent calendar minutes for April‑June meetings were approved unanimously. No public comments were received.

• Approved consent calendar minutes for April‑June meetings (9‑0)
• Approved categorical exemption and combined development permit for 2821 Congress Rd (9‑0)
• Approved categorical exemption and combined development permit for 1573 Riata Rd (9‑0)

Alternative Energy and Environment Committee

The Alternative Energy and Environment Committee will consider nominating and electing its 2025 Chair and Vice‑Chair. Staff and Ascent Environmental will present the status of the Community Climate Action & Adaptation Plan and the online platform for a 60‑day public comment period. The Committee will then provide direction to staff on the plan.

• Nominate and elect the 2025 Chair and Vice‑Chair for the Alternative Energy and Environment Committee.
• Receive a presentation from staff and Ascent Environmental on the status of the Community Climate Action & Adaptation Plan.
• Discuss the online platform that will be used for the 60‑day public comment period on the plan.
• Provide direction to staff regarding the Community Climate Action & Adaptation Plan.

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The July 28, 2025, meeting of the Toro Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

This agenda provides advance reports for a Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025. The documents detail proposed contract amendments for Natividad Medical Center services.

• Renewal and amendment to The Gordian Group contract for Job Order Contracting administrative services, adding $125,000 for a total not to exceed $725,000
• Amendment No. 2 to the Vigilant Neuromonitoring LLC agreement for intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring services, adding $200,000 for a total not to exceed $400,000

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee will review three development proposals: a minor subdivision of 5.02 acres into two buildable lots and a remainder parcel, a new residence with attached garage and ADU, and a detached ADU. The committee will provide feedback on site design, neighborhood character, and local considerations. Also on the agenda are approval of June 5 meeting minutes and public comment.

• Minor subdivision (PLN250066-DEP) at 1451 Ondulado Road: split 5.02 acres into three parcels (two ~1-acre lots and a 2.90-acre remainder)
• New residence (PLN240034) at 3320 17 Mile Dr: 2,202 sq ft home, 683 sq ft garage, 843 sq ft ADU, removal of 3 Coast Live oaks, grading
• Detached ADU (PLN250151) at 3150 Midwood Ln: 800 sq ft
• Approval of June 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for July 23, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee will discuss the Caltrans project to replace a failed crib wall with a new solder‑pile wall between post mile markers 27.5 and 27.7 on State Highway 1. The committee is asked to provide feedback on the site design, neighborhood character compatibility, and local considerations. The meeting also includes approval of September 20, 2021 minutes, public comment on non‑agenda items, a courtesy presentation by applicants, and announcements.

• Review Caltrans Big Creek Tieback Wall project (replace failed crib wall with solder‑pile wall, PM 27.5‑27.7, SR 1)
• Approve minutes from the September 20, 2021 meeting
• Public comment on non‑agenda items within the committee’s purview
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by applicants regarding potential projects
• Announcements

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for July 22, 2025, has been cancelled. It will be replaced by a Big Sur & South Coast LUAC special joint meeting.

Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time.

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee will provide advisory feedback on three development proposals: an accessory dwelling unit at 15596 Via La Gitana, a large estate with ridgeline development and tree removal at 27650 Via Quintana Rd, and a demolition/replacement project at Carmel Valley Manor. The committee will also consider changing future meeting start times from 6:30 PM to 5:30 PM. All items are for discussion and recommendation, not final decisions.

• Project at 15596 Via La Gitana: 1,200 sq ft ADU, grading on slopes >25% to resolve code enforcement violation.
• Project at 27650 Via Quintana Rd: 5,620 sq ft home, ADU, barn, roping arena, sport court, off-grid utilities, ridgeline development, tree removal.
• Project at 8545 Carmel Valley Rd (Carmel Valley Manor): demolition of residential units, new construction including memory care, slopes >30%, tree removal.
• Agenda item to approve revised start time for future LUAC meetings to 5:30 PM.
• Site visits scheduled for 4:15 PM, 5:15 PM, and 6:00 PM prior to the regular meeting.

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

This meeting of the Water Resources Agency Board of Directors has been cancelled. No business will be conducted on this date.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were considered

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee will receive updates on several infrastructure and land management items. The body will provide direction to staff regarding grazing leases and funding for seawater intrusion well construction.

• Update on Dam Safety and Operations Financial Workshop held July 9, 2025
• Update and direction on Agency Grazing Leases
• Update and direction on Castroville Seawater Intrusion Project (CSIP) Well Construction Funding
• Update on Nacimiento and San Antonio Reservoirs Mussel Prevention Program
• Approval of June 23, 2025 action minutes

Workforce Development Board

The July 17, 2025 meeting of the Monterey County Workforce Development Board has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items to report

Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission

The Monterey County Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights Advisory Commission will meet on July 16, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. in the Cayenne Conference Room, 1441 Schilling Place, Salinas. The agenda consists of procedural information, public comment guidelines, and accessibility services. No specific policy items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The North County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of projects to review.

• Meeting cancelled as there are no projects to review at this time

South County Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

Administrative Permit

The County of Monterey Housing and Community Development will consider three administrative permits: a three-year extension for the Post Ranch Inn project in Big Sur, a public hearing for a lot line adjustment near Lockwood, and a subdivision of a Carmel property. The meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2025, at the Government Center in Salinas.

• Post Ranch Inn LLC permit extension in Big Sur
• Wolsen Neillorenz & Fern Jantzef Trs lot line adjustment near Lockwood
• Bates Charles Carroll et al subdivision of 23.67-acre Carmel parcel
• Administrative hearing to consider a 358 sq ft covered countertop structure
• Public hearing to adjust three legal lots into three adjusted parcels

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time. The agenda is purely procedural with no discussion or decisions scheduled.

Legislative Committee

This meeting of the Monterey County Legislative Committee has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is holding a public hearing regarding a proposed single-family home and garage in Carmel Valley. Staff recommends continuing the hearing to a later date to allow for an updated biological report.

• PLN240046: Proposed 2,734 sq ft home and 767 sq ft garage at 26141 Rinconada Drive
• Proposed removal of three Oak trees
• Development on slopes exceeding 25% and within 100 feet of environmentally sensitive habitat

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The July 10, 2025, Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee meeting was not called to order because noticing requirements were not met. No decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda had included a minor subdivision at 1451 Ondulado Road and a new residence with ADU at 3320 17 Mile Drive, but these items were not addressed.

• Minor subdivision of 5.02 acres into three parcels at 1451 Ondulado Road (PLN250066-DEP)
• New 2,202 sq ft residence with 843 sq ft ADU and tree removal at 3320 17 Mile Drive (PLN240034)

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The Basin Management Advisory Committee will review the 2024 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report and discuss the influence of hydrogeology on groundwater elevation changes. They will also consider approving minutes from May 7, 2025, and set future meeting dates. No public hearings or financial items are on the agenda.

• Review 2024 Groundwater Extraction Summary Report
• Discussion of hydrogeology influence on measured groundwater elevation changes
• Approve minutes of May 7, 2025 BMAC meeting
• Set next meeting date and future agenda items

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two residential and commercial projects in the Carmel Valley area. The body will also address Land Use Advisory Committee membership changes.

• PLN240285: Proposed 5,580 square foot single family dwelling and 678 square foot garage at 62 Marguerite, Carmel
• PLN220169: Proposed modifications to Carmel Valley Ranch Lodge at 1 Old Ranch Road, including replacing seven one-story buildings with seven two-story buildings
• PLN220169: Proposed net gain of 27 visitor serving units (208 total) and a parking structure with 34 additional spaces
• Land Use Advisory Committee (LUAC) reappointments and resignations

The commission approved the consent calendar. It voted to continue the Perkins TRS hearing to an unspecified date. It found the Carmel Valley Ranch project exempt from CEQA and approved the combined development permit, including demolition, new construction, parking, and tree removal. The commission also received a status update on the Moss Landing Community Plan and a referral update.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Continued Perkins TRS hearing (8-0)
• Approved CEQA exemption and combined development permit for Carmel Valley Ranch (8-0)
• Received Moss Landing Community Plan status update
• Received planning commission referral update

Water Resources Agency Board of Directors

The Water Resources Agency Board of Directors is holding a special workshop to discuss the Agency's Dam Safety and Operations Financial Strategy. Topics include future dam safety projects, the status of state-funded projects, the 2025-26 fiscal-year budget, existing debt obligations, and long-range funding alternatives.

• Review update of future Dam Safety Projects
• Review status of current California Grant Funded Dam Safety Projects
• Review 2025-26 Fiscal-Year Dam Safety & Operations Budget (Fund 116)
• Review of the Agency's Existing Debt Obligations and updated Long-Range Financial Plan Model
• Review future Dam Safety & Operations funding strategy alternatives

The Board of Directors held a procedural session that included a roll call, public workshop agenda on dam safety and operations, staff and public comments, and an adjournment at 12:31 p.m. No motions, votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was informational only.

Housing Advisory Committee

The July 9, 2025 Housing Advisory Committee meeting was cancelled and will be held by teleconference only. The agenda listed standard items such as call to order, public comment, agenda corrections, approval of minutes, scheduled matters, other matters, committee comments, department update, and adjournment, but no specific decisions or proposals were included.

• Call to Order and Roll Call
• Public Comment on non‑agenda items
• Agenda Additions, Deletions and Corrections
• Approval of Minutes
• Scheduled Matters, Other Matters, Committee Comments, Department Update

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The July 8, 2025 meeting of the Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No projects were submitted for review.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of projects to review

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel on several existing lawsuits (including Sage v. County of Monterey and County of Monterey v. Life Foundation Monterey LLC), provide direction to negotiators for employee organizations (all units and IHSS), and conduct a performance evaluation for the County Administrative Officer. The public agenda includes only a ceremonial resolution and procedural items; no other substantive decisions or public hearings are listed in the provided excerpt.

• Closed session: litigation in Sage v. County of Monterey and County of Monterey v. Life Foundation Monterey LLC
• Closed session: labor negotiations direction for all units and IHSS
• Closed session: performance evaluation of County Administrative Officer
• Ceremonial resolution: Recognize Aztec Legacy C (item incomplete in agenda)

The Board unanimously approved the Director of Health Services to execute a long‑term ambulance services agreement with American Medical Response West covering advanced and basic life support, interfacility transport, standby and communications through Jan. 31, 2032. It also adopted five ceremonial resolutions honoring community groups and individuals, reappointed several board members, and approved the consent calendar items.

• Approved and authorized the ambulance services agreement with American Medical Response West (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑228 recognizing Aztec Legacy Car Club (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑232 honoring Alejandra Bologna Zubikarai (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑201 proclaiming Probation Services Week (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑202 honoring Adela Alvarez (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑231 recognizing Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (unanimous AYE)
• Reappointed Paula Calvetti to the Workforce Development Board (unanimous AYE)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 31‑53 (unanimous AYE)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board will consider approving Amendment No. 4 to the 2015 Amended and Restated Water Recycling Agreement with Monterey One Water, revising financial provisions and reporting requirements retroactive to July 1, 2025. It will also adopt FY 2025‑26 groundwater monitoring program fees and adjust the MCWRA FY 2026 budget by increasing appropriations $280,000 and revenue $800,000. A presentation on the draft Interlake Tunnel and San Antonio Spillway Modification Assessment will be received.

• Approve Amendment No. 4 to the 2015 Water Recycling Agreement with Monterey One Water
• Adopt FY 2025‑26 groundwater monitoring program fees ranging from $21.86 to $160.16 per well
• Increase MCWRA Fund 111 appropriations by $280,000 and revenue by $800,000
• Authorize the Auditor‑Controller to incorporate the budget changes into the FY 2026 budget
• Receive presentation on draft Interlake Tunnel and San Antonio Spillway Modification Assessment

The Board unanimously approved Amendment No. 4 to the 2015 Amended and Restated Water Recycling Agreement with Monterey One Water and authorized Chair Supervisor Chris Lopez to execute it. The Board also voted unanimously to continue the FY 2025‑26 Groundwater Monitoring Program regulatory fee and budget resolution to August 2025 as a consent item. No public comments were made on the amendment; one resident commented on the groundwater fee proposal.

• Approved Amendment No. 4 to water recycling agreement and authorized Chair to execute (5‑0)
• Approved to defer FY26 Groundwater Monitoring Program fee and budget resolution to August 2025 as a consent item (5‑0)

Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee meeting on July 7, 2025 was cancelled. The agenda notes there are no projects to review at this time. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 7, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

Greater Monterey Peninsula Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for July 7, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to conduct performance evaluations for four specific executive roles during a closed session. The agenda contains no other decided or proposed public business items.

• Performance evaluation for the Civil Rights Officer
• Performance evaluation for the County Counsel
• Performance evaluation for the County Administrative Officer
• Performance evaluation for the Natividad Medical Center Chief Executive Officer

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will meet to conduct a performance evaluation for the agency's General Manager. This item is scheduled for a closed session.

• Performance evaluation for the General Manager of the Water Resources Agency

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

The Board of Supervisors Executive Performance Evaluations meeting scheduled for July 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for July 8, 2025.

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency Executive Performance Evaluations meeting scheduled for July 7, 2025, has been cancelled. The date for the next regularly scheduled meeting is to be determined.

Water Resources Agency Finance Committee

The meeting scheduled for July 4, 2025, has been cancelled.

Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee

The Water Resources Agency Personnel and Administration Committee meeting scheduled for July 4, 2025, has been cancelled.

Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee

The July 2, 2025 meeting of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency Basin Management Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No business was conducted or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The North County Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 2, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of projects

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning will hold an administrative hearing to consider three permit applications for new single‑family residences and a minor amendment to an existing permit. The projects are located at 7586 Paseo Vista in Monterey, 24 Tehama in Carmel Valley, and 3406 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach. Each applicant requests a categorical exemption under CEQA. Staff reports and draft resolutions are attached to the agenda.

• PLN250021 – 3,922 sq ft single‑family residence with garage and patios at 7586 Paseo Vista, Monterey; CEQA categorical exemption request.
• PLN250058 – 3,674 sq ft single‑family dwelling with three‑car garage, terrace, retaining walls and accessory shed at 24 Tehama, Carmel Valley; CEQA categorical exemption request.
• PLN230140‑AMD1 – Minor amendment to reduce main residence to 6,555 sq ft, add 238 sq ft pool and detached garage at 3406 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach; CEQA Class 1 categorical exemption request.

Castroville Land Use Advisory Committee

The July 1, 2025 meeting of the Castroville Land Use Advisory Committee was cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a closed session to provide direction to labor negotiators for all employee units and confer with legal counsel on a liability claim by Gaspar Tavira-Estevez and two matters of significant litigation exposure. The public agenda includes only ceremonial resolutions recognizing Young Adults with Epilepsy, National Financial Freedom Day, Parks and Recreation Month, and Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. No major policy or financial decisions are scheduled for public vote.

• Closed session: direction to negotiators (Andreas Pyper, Kim Moore, Ariana Hurtado) for all employee units
• Closed session: confer with legal counsel on liability claim (Gaspar Tavira-Estevez)
• Closed session: confer with legal counsel on two matters of significant exposure to litigation
• Ceremonial resolution proclaiming September 7–13, 2025 as Young Adult Epilepsy Awareness Week
• Ceremonial resolutions recognizing National Financial Freedom Day (July 1), Parks and Recreation Month (July 18 as Professionals Day), and Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month (July) honoring Village Project Inc.

The Board approved a $1.425 million amendment to the FY 2024‑25 budget for the County Administrative Office. It also adopted six ceremonial resolutions, appointed four members to advisory commissions, approved the consent calendar (items 22‑43) and a separate vote on item 40.1, and ordered a response to the 2024‑2025 Civil Grand Jury road‑safety report. Additionally, the planning appeal for a Carmel development was withdrawn at the department’s request.

• Approved $1.425M budget amendment for County Administrative Office (ALL AYES)
• Adopted Ceremonial Resolutions Nos. 2‑7 (ALL AYES)
• Appointed William “Bill” Sherrod to Military and Veterans Affairs Advisory Commission (ALL AYES)
• Appointed Richard Stevens to Military and Veterans Affairs Advisory Commission (ALL AYES)
• Reappointed Ana Vargas to Community Action Commission (ALL AYES)
• Appointed Elizabeth Hall to Fish & Game Advisory Commission (ALL AYES)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 22‑43 (ALL AYES) and separate approval of Item 40.1 (3‑2 vote)
• Ordered Board’s response to 2024‑2025 Civil Grand Jury road‑safety report (ALL AYES)

Urban County Standing Committee

The Urban County Standing Committee will conduct a workshop on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and provide direction to staff. The committee will also receive and discuss staff recommendations for the 2025/2026 Annual Action Plan funding allocations. Approval of the March 10, 2025 draft minutes is on the consent agenda.

• Workshop on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and staff direction
• Receive and support staff recommendation for 2025/2026 Annual Action Plan funding allocations
• Approval of March 10, 2025 Urban County Standing Committee draft minutes
• Home Program department update

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

This meeting agenda is a notice of cancellation for the June 27, 2025 Board of Supervisors meeting. The meeting was cancelled due to executive performance evaluations. A special meeting for those evaluations is scheduled for July 7, 2025, and the next regular meeting is on July 1, 2025. No substantive business was scheduled.

• Cancellation of the June 27, 2025 regular Board of Supervisors meeting
• Special meeting set for July 7, 2025 for Executive Performance Evaluations
• Next regular meeting to be held on July 1, 2025

Advance Reports Over 50 Pages

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the 2025 Construction Task Catalogs and Job Order Contract (JOC) specifications covering roads, bridges, emergency response, traffic striping, and facilities projects, and authorize the Director of Public Works to advertise for bids. It will also vote on a $61,398 amendment to a construction management contract for the Robinson Canyon Road Bridge Scour Repair Project, increasing the total to $478,398.

• Adopt JOC 2025 specifications for Roads & Bridges (6 bid packages) and authorize bidding
• Adopt JOC 2025 specifications for Emergency Response Work (3 bid packages)
• Adopt JOC 2025 specifications for Traffic Striping and Signage (2 bid packages)
• Adopt JOC 2025 specifications for Facilities Large and Small Capacity (8 bid packages)
• Approve $61,398 increase (to $478,398) for C M Pros construction management on Robinson Canyon Road Bridge Scour Repair Project

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

The Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for June 26, 2025 has been cancelled due to Executive Performance Evaluations. A special meeting for those evaluations is set for July 7, 2025. The next regular meeting will be held on July 1, 2025. No other business is on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled for June 26, 2025 for Executive Performance Evaluations

Workforce Development Board

The Board is deciding on the preliminary 2025-26 budget and several contract extensions for workforce services. Members will also consider new WIOA policies and the appointment of several board members.

• Proposed preliminary 2025-26 MCWDB Budget
• Request to transfer $963,000 from WIOA Dislocated Worker to WIOA Adult program
• $1,998,840 grant for the Green Cadre Youth program to serve 90 young adults
• Contract extensions for Equus Workforce Solutions totaling $2,284,532
• Contract extension for Turning Point of Central California for $700,000

Water Resources Agency Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee will vote to approve the minutes from the May 29, 2025 meeting. Staff will present updates on reservoir storage and release schedules, the San Antonio Spillway Project, and the Low Level Outlet Works penstock recoating. Additional reports will cover dam safety and future funding, recreation operations, and invasive mussel issues, followed by setting the next meeting date.

• Approve action minutes from the May 29, 2025 Reservoir Advisory Committee meeting
• Reservoir storage and release schedule update (presented by Joseph Klein)
• Update on San Antonio Spillway Project (presented by Elise Harden)
• Update on San Antonio Low Level Outlet Works penstock recoating (presented by Elise Harden)
• Update on dam safety and operations future funding strategy (presented by Ara Azhderian & Amy Woodrow)

The Reservoir Operations Advisory Committee approved its consent calendar with all members voting yes and no objections. No public comments were received. The meeting was adjourned at 2:48 p.m.

• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous vote)

County of Monterey Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on three development proposals: a farm worker housing and manufactured home project on Old Stage Road in Salinas, a home addition and ADU with setback variances on Torres Street in Carmel, and a water tank replacement near archaeological resources on Highway 1 in Big Sur. The agenda also includes acceptance of meeting minutes from May 8 and May 29, 2025. All items are proposed as categorically exempt from CEQA review.

• Item 1: Construction of 1,760 sq ft manufactured home, 2,600 sq ft farm worker employee housing, and other structures at 774 Old Stage Road, Salinas
• Item 2: Addition and conversion to ADU at 240820 Torres St, Carmel, with variances to reduce front and side setbacks
• Item 3: Replacement of water tank and 96 sq ft retaining wall at 48700 Highway 1, Big Sur, within 750 ft of known archaeological resources
• Removal of two Monterey pine trees as part of Item 2 project
• Proposed CEQA categorical exemptions for all three projects

Del Monte Forest Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for June 26, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee

The Cachagua Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 25, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

County of Monterey Planning Commission

The Monterey County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals. Item 1 (PLN240178) proposes removal of 53 oak trees at 8730 Eagles Roost Rd, Salinas, and staff recommends a categorical exemption under CEQA sections 15303 and 15304. Item 2 (PLN240187) seeks a Coastal Development Permit for a lot‑line adjustment of three parcels (approximately 18.17, 286.05, and 4.58 acres) near 827 and 695 Elkhorn Road in Royal Oaks, with a Mitigated Negative Declaration recommended. The commission may also address agenda corrections, public comments, and commissioner referrals.

• PLN240178 – removal of 53 oak trees at 8730 Eagles Roost Rd, Salinas; CEQA categorical exemption recommended.
• PLN240187 – Coastal Development Permit for lot‑line adjustment of three parcels (APN 181-151-009-000, 181-011-022-000, 181-151-008-000) near 827 and 695 Elkhorn Road, Royal Oaks; Mitigated Negative Declaration recommended.

The Planning Commission adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approved a combined development permit for the Boccone Norman B and Victoria E Igel Co‑Trust project. It also approved a lot line adjustment for three parcels on Elkhorn Road and a use permit to remove 53 oak trees, finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA. Additionally, a subcommittee was appointed to study roadside vehicle activity and draft a letter to the Board of Supervisors.

• Approved Combined Development Permit and Mitigated Negative Declaration for Boccone Norman B & Victoria E Igel Co‑Trust (8 yes, 0 no, 2 absent)
• Approved Lot Line Adjustment for three parcels at Elkhorn Road (8 yes, 0 no, 2 absent)
• Approved Use Permit to remove 53 oak trees, finding categorical exemption (8 yes, 0 no, 2 absent)
• Appointed subcommittee (Commissioners Shaw, Mendoza, Gonzales) to evaluate roadside vehicle issue and prepare a letter to the Board of Supervisors

Big Sur Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for June 24, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time.

South Coast Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for June 24, 2025, has been cancelled. The notice states there are no projects to review at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will meet in open session for ceremonial resolutions and one appointment. Closed session will address labor negotiations with all employee units and several litigation matters. No major policy decisions are on the open agenda.

• Adopt resolution recognizing Monterey Peninsula PRIDE and its annual PRIDE Parade
• Adopt resolution honoring Jesse Martinez for 33 years 9 months service
• Appoint Maria Ceja to East Garrison Community Services District Advisory
• Closed session: labor negotiations (all units), litigation (Fenton, Serrato, Thomas, Hopkins), liability claim (Hernandez)

The Board adopted two ceremonial resolutions honoring the Monterey Peninsula PRIDE parade and retiring employee Jesse Martinez. It confirmed several appointments to community commissions and the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency. The Board approved most items on the consent calendar, continued one item for additional review, and accepted the 2024 EMS Agency Annual Report. Finally, it adopted a Class 5 categorical exemption and lot‑line adjustment for a CA Ranches, LLC property.

• Adopted Ceremonial Resolution honoring Monterey Peninsula PRIDE (unanimous)
• Adopted Ceremonial Resolution honoring Jesse Martinez (unanimous)
• Appointed/reappointed four individuals to community commissions (unanimous)
• Confirmed SVBGSA Primary and Alternate appointments (4‑1)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 20‑65, excluding Items 46 & 63 (unanimous)
• Continued Consent Calendar Item 46 for one week (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar Item 63 (unanimous)
• Adopted Class 5 lot‑line adjustment resolution for CA Ranches, LLC (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will meet to conduct a closed session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to evaluate the performance of the agency's General Manager.

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

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency met on June 24, 2025, with all five supervisors present. A closed session was held under Government Code section 54950 to consider a performance evaluation for the agency’s General Manager. No reportable actions or decisions were recorded from the closed session. The meeting was adjourned by Chair Supervisor Chris Lopez.

Toro Land Use Advisory Committee

The Toro Land Use Advisory Committee will hold site visits and then a regular meeting to review three land use applications. They will consider a design approval for a 1,450 sq ft addition and tenant improvement to an existing office building at 22730 Portola Dr, plus construction of a new garage. Two residential projects are also on the agenda: a single-family dwelling with an accessory dwelling unit and tree removal, and another single-family dwelling. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Project NOORANI JONATHAN (PLN240046): 2,734 sf single-family dwelling, 767 sf garage, 400 sf ADU, removal of three Oak trees at 26141 Rinconada Dr, Carmel Valley
• Project PAGE BRANDON & SAMANTHA (PLN250035): One-story single-family dwelling with two-car and one-car garage at 13780 Vista Dorada Dr, Salinas
• Project RC PROPERTIES LEASING LLC (PLN250009): Design approval for 1,450 sq ft addition and tenant improvement to existing 3,028 sf office building, plus new 1,495 sf garage at 22730 Portola Dr, Salinas
• Site visits scheduled at 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 3:30 PM before the regular meeting
• Approval of May 12, 2025 meeting minutes

Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee

The committee will receive updates on water resource management, funding strategies, and regulatory fees. Members will provide direction to staff on these specific programs.

• Groundwater Monitoring Program Regulatory Fee update
• Dam Safety and Operations Future Funding Strategy update
• Golden Mussel Prevention Program update
• Monterey One Water Reconciliation Process update
• Approval of March 20, 2025 action minutes

The Joint Water Resources/Board of Supervisors Leadership Committee met on June 23, 2025. The committee approved the Action Minutes from March 20, 2025 with three ayes (Supervisors Glenn Church, Chris Lopez and Director Matt Simis) and no noes; Director Mike LeBarre was absent. The committee received updates on groundwater monitoring, dam safety funding, golden mussel prevention, and the Monterey One Water reconciliation process, but no further actions were voted on. The meeting adjourned at 2:15 p.m.

• Approved Action Minutes of March 20, 2025 (3 ayes, 0 noes, Director Mike LeBarre absent)

Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee

The Board of Supervisors Human Resources Committee will meet to appoint its Chair and Vice Chair and approve the 2025 meeting schedule. The committee will also receive updates on the Educational Assistance Program, the Employee Engagement Survey, and the Intern Onboarding Policy.

• Appointment of the Chair and Vice Chair of the Human Resources Committee
• Adoption of the Calendar Year (CY) 2025 meeting schedule
• Verbal update on the Educational Assistance Program
• Presentation on the Employee Engagement Survey
• Verbal update on the Intern Onboarding Policy

North County Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no projects to review at this time.

South County Land Use Advisory Committee

The South County Land Use Advisory Committee will meet on June 18, 2025 to discuss a lot line adjustment involving two parcels totaling about 860 acres off Lonoak Road in King City. The committee will provide feedback on the site design, neighborhood character compatibility, and local considerations for the project. The agenda also includes elections for Chairperson and Secretary, a courtesy presentation by the applicants, and a public comment period for non‑agenda items.

• Lot line adjustment for parcels 419-151-014-000 (471.77 acres) and 419-151-015-000 (388 acres) creating new parcels of 254.65 and 605.12 acres
• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Secretary
• Preliminary courtesy presentation by the applicants
• Public comment on non‑agenda items

Administrative Permit

The Chief of Planning is considering an administrative permit for a new single-family dwelling at 4185 Marguerita Way, Carmel. The project includes a 4,445-square-foot house with a garage, an onsite wastewater system, and grading. Staff recommends finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA review.

• Permit for 4,445-sq-ft single-family dwelling at 4185 Marguerita Way, Carmel
• Includes 1,160-sq-ft lower level and 945-sq-ft attached garage
• Grading of 2,017 cubic yards cut and 60 cubic yards fill
• Installation of onsite wastewater treatment system
• Proposed CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15303

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will decide on adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget for the county. They will also hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with all employee units and two matters of significant litigation exposure. A presentation on the Local Aging and Disabilities Action Plan is scheduled. Ceremonial resolutions include recognizing the Salinas Titans Flag Football Team and proclaiming Elder Justice Month.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget (Item 8)
• Closed session: labor negotiations with all employee units (Item 1a)
• Closed session: legal counsel on two litigation exposure matters (Item 1b)
• Presentation of Local Aging and Disabilities Action Plan (Item 6)
• Ceremonial resolutions: Salinas Titans Flag Football, Elder Justice Month, Santa Lucia Conservancy (Items 2-4)

The Supervisors approved the FY 2025-26 County budget and amended salary ranges for multiple classifications, passing the motion 4‑1. They also adopted the County Capital Improvement Program five‑year plan (FY 2025‑26 through 2029‑30) by a 4‑1 vote. An EMS System Special Tax of $12 per service unit was adopted unanimously, and the Harper Canyon/Encina Hills project approvals were adopted unanimously.

• Adopt FY 2025-26 budget and amend personnel salary ranges – passed 4 to 1
• Adopt Capital Improvement Program Five‑Year Plan (FY 2025‑26‑2029‑30) – passed 4 to 1
• Adopt EMS System Special Tax $12 per service unit – ALL AYES
• Certify Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for Harper Canyon/Encina Hills – ALL AYES
• Reinstate Resolution No. 15-084 (amended for wildlife corridors) – ALL AYES
• Adopt resolution modifying reinstated Resolution No. 15-084 on wildlife corridors – ALL AYES
• Adopt revised Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan – ALL AYES
• Direct Office of County Counsel to file further return to Writ of Mandate – ALL AYES

Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency

The Board of Supervisors of the Monterey County Water Resources Agency will consider adopting a resolution approving the agency's Fiscal Year 2025-26 Revised Recommended Budget. The meeting also includes a consent calendar for this item and routine procedural matters such as public comments and agenda corrections.

• Adopt resolution approving Water Resources Agency FY 2025-26 Revised Recommended Budget

The Board of Supervisors voted to adopt a resolution approving the Monterey County Water Resources Agency’s Fiscal Year 2025‑26 Revised Recommended Budget. The motion was made by Supervisor Glenn Church, seconded by Supervisor Luis A. Alejo, and passed with all five supervisors voting aye. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted FY 2025‑26 revised recommended budget (5‑0 unanimous)

Boronda County Sanitation District

The Boronda County Sanitation District will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The meeting includes a period for general public comments.

• Resolution to approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget for the Boronda County Sanitation District

East Garrison Community Services District

The East Garrison Community Services District will vote on adopting its Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget. The only substantive item on the agenda is a consent calendar resolution approving the budget. No budget figures are provided in the agenda.

• Adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget for the East Garrison Community Services District

East Garrison Public Financing Authority

The East Garrison Public Financing Authority will consider adopting a resolution approving its Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget. This item is on the consent calendar and is expected to be approved without discussion unless pulled. The meeting also includes public comment periods.

• Adopt a Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget for the East Garrison Public Financing Authority.

Pajaro County Sanitation District

The Pajaro County Sanitation District will consider adopting a resolution approving its Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the remainder of the meeting is procedural including public comment and adjournment.

• Adopt a Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget for the Pajaro County Sanitation District.

Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the County of Monterey

The Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of Monterey will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget. The meeting is held at the County Government Center in Salinas.

• Adopt Resolution approving FY 2025-26 Budget
• Public comments on agenda items
• General public comments on non-agenda matters

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

The Successor Housing Agency board will consider a resolution to adopt its Fiscal Year 2025‑26 budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment.

• Adopt a Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2025‑26 Budget for the Successor Housing Agency of the County of Monterey

Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee

The Carmel Unincorporated/Highlands Land Use Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 16, 2025, has been cancelled. No projects were available for review at this time.

Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee

The June 16, 2025 meeting of the Carmel Valley Land Use Advisory Committee has been cancelled because there are no projects to review at this time.

• No items; meeting cancelled due to lack of projects.

Greater Monterey Peninsula Land Use Advisory Committee

The meeting scheduled for June 16, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Cancelled meeting: Greater Monterey Peninsula Land Use Advisory Committee