Salinas, CA
SalinasCA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$610,900 Typical home value $753,868 +0.9% yr/yr · +17.3% 5-yr
Próximas reuniones
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Airport Commission
Salinas Airport Commission meeting canceled for lack of business
The Salinas Airport Commission meeting scheduled for August 27, 2026, was canceled due to lack of business. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.
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Thursday, August 27, 2026
6:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Airport Commission
Commission Members:
Diane Ausonio, Mayor's Appointee
David Bigham, District 1 - Robert McGregor, District 2
James Shumaker, District 3 - Jose Mancera, District 4
VACANT, District 5 - Brian Contreras, Jr., District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Matthew Nelson, Airport Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF BUSINESS
August 27, 2026
Airport Commission
Meeting Agenda - Final
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
This agenda was posted on August 19, 2026 in the Salinas Rotunda and City's website.
Meetings are streamed live at https://salinas.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx and televised
live on Channel 25 on the date of the regularly scheduled meeting and will be broadcast
throughout week following the meeting. or the most up-to-date Broadcast Schedule for
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Susan Rosales Nava / Administrative Secretary
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Reuniones recientes
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review two Northridge Mall projects: car wash and Burlington sign
The Salinas Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed projects at the Northridge Mall Shopping Center. The first is a Planned Unit Development Permit for a 3,337 square-foot vehicle washing building with outdoor vacuums on a 1.58-acre pad site at 1340 Northridge Mall. The second is a permit to increase the maximum allowed wall sign area from 131.78 to 287 square feet for a proposed Burlington tenant in the former Sears store at 1100 Northridge Mall. The commission will also elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and consider the minutes from the July 15, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing: Planned Unit Development Permit 2025-002 for a 3,337 sq ft vehicle washing building at 1340 Northridge Mall
- Public hearing: Planned Unit Development Permit 2026-001 to increase wall sign area to 287 sq ft for Burlington at 1100 Northridge Mall
- Both projects recommended for CEQA categorical exemption (Sections 15332 and 15311(a))
- Election of Planning Commission Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for one-year terms
- Approval of minutes from July 15, 2026 meeting
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
4:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Planning Commission
Commissioners:
Juan Gutierrez, Mayor's Appointee
Eric Mora, District 1 - Juan Flores, District 2
Lorisa McKelvey Daye, District 3 - Maureen Wruck, District 4
Carissa Purnell, District 5 - Marcelino Rocamora Jr, District 6
Lisa Brinton, Community Development Director
Courtney Grossman, Planning Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
Community Development Department Office: (831) 758-7206
Meeting Agenda - Final
August 19, 2026
Planning Commission
Meeting Agenda - Final
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 4:00 PM
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SALINAS ROTUNDA
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Public Art Commission
Salinas Public Art Commission to elect chair, hear Mexican folk art presentation
The Salinas Public Art Commission is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair, approve minutes from June 15, 2026, and receive a presentation on Alebrijes and Nahuales Fantastic Animals from Mexico by the Chamber of Commerce. The agenda also includes general public comments, commissioner reports, and a director's report. No major policy decisions or funding actions are scheduled.
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair (ID#26-400)
- Approval of minutes from June 15, 2026 (ID#26-401)
- Presentation on Alebrijes and Nahuales Fantastic Animals from Mexico (ID#26-402)
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Monday, August 17, 2026
6:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
Public Art Commission
Commission Members:
Juan Carlos Gonzales, Mayor's Appointee
Jose Julio Garcia, District 1 - Jesus Morales, District 2
Jesse Banda, District 3 - Carlos Cortez, District 4
Lee Abellana, District 5 - VACANT, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Kristan Lundquist, Library and Community Services Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
August 17, 2026
Public Art Commission
Meeting Agenda - Final
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Traffic and Transportation Commission
Salinas Traffic Commission meeting canceled for August 13
The August 13, 2026 meeting of the Salinas Traffic and Transportation Commission has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.
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Thursday, August 13, 2026
6:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
Traffic and Transportation Commission
Commissioners:
Gemma Dailey, Mayor's Appointee
Paula Matelli, District 1 - Orlando Osornio, District 2
Gregor Hamer, District 3 - Jose Guerra, District 4
Eric Petersen, District 5 - Paul Hernandez, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
David Jacobs, Public Works Director
Public Works Office: (831) 758-7241
Meeting Agenda
CANCELED
August 13, 2026Traffic and Transportation
Commission
Meeting Agenda
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Crissy English, Administrative Secretary
Recording Secretary
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
This agenda was posted on August 3, 2026 in the Salinas Rotunda and City's website.
Meetings are streamed live at https://salinas.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx and televised
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Library and Community Services Commission
Library commission to elect chair, hear project updates
The Library and Community Services Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive a status update on major projects. No action is required on the project update, and the rest of the agenda is routine administrative business.
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of June 10, 2026 minutes
- Status update on major projects (no action required)
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6:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Library and Community Services Commission
Commission Members:
Albert Fong, Mayor's Appointee
Berenize Larios Fabian, District 1 - Victor Tafoya, District 2
Joey Martinez, District 3 - Yolanda Cervantes, District 4
Nancy Gutierrez, District 5 - Linda Castillo, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Kristan Lundquist, Library and Community Services Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
August 12, 2026
Library and Community Services
Commission
Meeting Agenda - Final
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Housing and Land Use Committee
Housing committee to review planning updates and homebuyer assistance program
The Salinas Housing and Land Use Committee will receive updates on planning and permitting activities and the First Time Homebuyer Mortgage Down Payment Assistance Program. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and general public comments. No votes on new ordinances or contracts are listed.
- Planning and Permitting Update (ID#26-385)
- First Time Homebuyer Mortgage Down Payment Assistance Program Update (ID#26-388)
- Approval of minutes from January 20, 2026, and March 10, 2026, meetings
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3:30 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Council Chamber
Housing and Land Use Committee
Committee Members:
Councilmember Jose Luis Barajas
Councilmember Aurelio Salazar, Jr.
Councilmember Andrew Sandoval
Lisa Brinton, Community Development Director
Housing Division Office: (831) 758-7206
Meeting Agenda - Final
August 11, 2026
Housing and Land Use Committee
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Finance Committee
Finance Committee to receive FY 2026-27 budget update
The Salinas Finance Committee will receive an update on the FY 2026-27 budget, with no action required. The agenda also includes approval of the May 12, 2026 minutes and general public comment periods.
- FY 2026-27 Budget Update (no action required)
- Approve minutes of May 12, 2026
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City of Salinas
Meeting Agenda - Final
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
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Committee Members:
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Councilmember D'Arrigo
Councilmember De La Rosa
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Selina Andrews, Finance Director
Finance Department Office: (831) 758-7211
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider vehicle wash at Northridge Mall
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a permit for a new vehicle washing facility. The body is asked to recommend that the City Council approve the project and find it exempt from certain environmental quality requirements.
- Planned Unit Development Permit 2025-002 for a 3,337 square-foot vehicle washing building and outdoor vacuums at 1340 Northridge Mall
- Establishment of a 1.58-acre building pad site at the Northridge Mall Shopping Center
- Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
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4:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Planning Commission
Commissioners:
Juan Gutierrez, Mayor's Appointee
Eric Mora, District 1 - Juan Flores, District 2
Lorisa McKelvey Daye, District 3 - Maureen Wruck, District 4
Carissa Purnell, District 5 - Marcelino Rocamora Jr, District 6
Lisa Brinton, Community Development Director
Courtney Grossman, Planning Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
Community Development Department Office: (831) 758-7206
Meeting Agenda - Final
August 5, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda - Final
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 3:00 PM
City Council
City Council to consider tobacco license ban extension and cannabis permit appeal
The City Council will decide on extending a citywide ban on new tobacco retailers' licenses and hear an appeal regarding a commercial cannabis permit relocation. The body is also reviewing several high-cost equipment purchases and software renewals.
- Extension of Urgency Interim Ordinance No. 2697(NCS) prohibiting tobacco retailers' licenses
- Appeal to relocate Commercial Cannabis Permit 2024-009 from 1610 Moffett Street to 2033 North Main Street
- Microsoft Office 365 Government G3 software purchase not to exceed $1,440,259.19
- Purchase of speed cushions for traffic calming not to exceed $1,000,000
- Purchase of 2026 Vac-Con Truck for $849,903.30 and 2026 Ford Transit CCTV van for $497,486.56
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✓ Decidido: Council extends tobacco license moratorium, denies cannabis relocation
The Salinas City Council adopted an ordinance extending the moratorium on new tobacco retailer licenses for 10 months and 15 days, until June 29, 2027. It also approved a resolution affirming the denial of a cannabis dispensary's request to relocate from 1610 Moffett Street to 2033 North Main Street. The consent agenda was continued to August 18, 2026.
- Adopted ordinance extending tobacco retailer license moratorium to June 29, 2027 (7-0)
- Approved resolution affirming denial of cannabis permit relocation to 2033 North Main Street (7-0)
- Continued consent agenda to August 18, 2026
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3:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
SALINAS ROTUNDA
City Council
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Councilmembers:
Jose Luis Barajas, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Margaret D'Arrigo, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Andrew Sandoval, District 5 - Aurelio Salazar, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
August 4, 2026City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
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NEW EMPLOYEE WELCOME AND PROMOTIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES
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City of Salinas
Meeting Minutes - Unofficial
City Council
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Councilmembers:
Jose Luis Barajas, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Margaret D'Arrigo, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Andrew Sandoval, District 5 - Aurelio Salazar, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
3:00 PM
SALINAS ROTUNDA
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Councilmember De La Rosa arrived after Roll Call at 3:24 p.m.
Councilmember Jose Barajas
Councilmember Tony Barrera
Councilmember Margaret D'Arrigo
Councilmember Gloria De La Rosa
Councilmember Aurelio Salazar
Councilmember Jose Andrew Sandoval
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Present:
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NEW EMPLOYEE WELCOME AND PROMOTIONS
Department Directors welcomed and announce promotions for the month of July.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Received public comment from members of the public in attendance.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Donohue provide an announcement on behalf of the City of Salinas related to the
bull riding incident at the Salinas Sports Complex.
PRESENTATION
ID#26-365
2026 Turner Scholars Internship Program
No action. Received an administrative report on the 2026 Turner Scholar Intern
Program.
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 - LEVINE ACT
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Meeting Minutes - Unofficial
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Historic Resources Board
Historic Resources Board to review preservation standards and city-wide survey
The Historic Resources Board will receive several informational presentations regarding historic preservation and a city-wide resources survey. No formal actions are required for the presentation items.
- Approval of July 6, 2026 meeting minutes
- Study session on Secretary of the Interior’s Standard 6: Repair Rather than Replace
- Information on Practical Preservation of Historic Properties
- Staff update on the Page and Turnbull city wide Historic Resources Survey
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12:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas CA
Historic Resources Board
Board Members:
Gary Wrightman, Mayor's Appointee
Salvador Muñoz, District 1 - Michael Mazgai, District 2
Dean Callender, District 3 - Larry Hirahara, District 4
Eloise Shim, District 5 - Karen Lesney, District 6
Lisa Brinton, Community Development Director
Grant Leonard, Planning Manager
Community Development Department Office: (831) 758-7206
Meeting Agenda - Final
August 3, 2026Historic Resources Board Meeting Agenda - Final
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Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Measure G Oversight Committee
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Fri Jul 24, 2026 · 10:30 AM
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Measure E Oversight Committee
Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for a one‑year term
The Salinas Measure E Oversight Committee will vote to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair to serve for one year. It will also receive the June 30, 2026 financial report for Measure E, for which no action is required. Public comments are limited to two minutes per speaker.
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair (ID#26-357)
- Receipt of Measure E June 30, 2026 Financial Report (ID#26-345) – no action required
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4:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
Measure E Oversight Committee
Committee Members:
Yadira Hobby, Mayor
Anne Blunteschli, District 1 - Jesus Valenzuela, District 2
Steve Ish, District 3 - Felicia Kausin, District 4
Luis Morales, District 5 - Ignacio Fregoso, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Selina Andrews, Finance Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
July 23, 2026Measure E Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda - Final
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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Airport Commission
Commission considers permit and fee waivers for 2026 California International Airshow
The Airport Commission is meeting to discuss the 2026 California International Airshow at the Salinas Municipal Airport. The body will consider recommending that the City Council authorize an Airport Use Permit and waive associated fees and staff costs.
- Proposed Airport Use Permit for the 2026 California International Airshow by the Monterey County Airshow Association, Inc.
- Proposed waiver of Airport Use Permit fees for the 2026 California International Airshow
- Proposed waiver of City Airport staff time costs for the 2026 California International Airshow
- Election of Airport Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of May and June 2026 Operations and Fuel Flowage Reports
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6:00 PM
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www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Airport Commission
Commission Members:
Diane Ausonio, Mayor's Appointee
David Bigham, District 1 - Robert McGregor, District 2
James Shumaker, District 3 - Jose Mancera, District 4
VACANT, District 5 - Brian Contreras, Jr., District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Matthew Nelson, Airport Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Police Community Advisory Committee
Police committee to elect chair and vice chair
The Police Community Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and vote to elect a chair and vice chair for a one-year term. The committee will also receive a presentation on the Salinas Police Department Crime Lab.
- Approve minutes of June 24, 2026
- Elect Committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Receive presentation on Salinas Police Department Crime Lab
- Public comment time limited to two minutes per speaker
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5:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
Police Community Advisory Committee
Committee Members:
Mayor's Appointees: Leo De La Rosa
Shanice Virrueta, District 1 - Lizbeth Camacho, District 2
Lea Miller, District 3 - Patsy Gasca, District 4
Joseph Alvarado, District 5 - Yolanda Hayes, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Carlos Acosta, Chief of Police
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
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July 22, 2026Police Community Advisory
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Meeting Agenda - Final
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Planning Commission
La Comisión de Planificación considerará enmiendas al código de zonificación y un nuevo proyecto de lavado de autos
La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre una enmienda al código de zonificación para alinearse con las leyes estatales y federales, y sobre un permiso para una nueva instalación de lavado de vehículos. El organismo también elegirá a su Presidente y Vicepresidente para mandatos de un año.
- Enmienda al Código de Zonificación 2026-001: Cambios en vivienda, operaciones de alimentos caseros, usos religiosos, anchos de entradas de vehículos y espacio de oficinas industriales
- Permiso de Desarrollo de Unidad Planificada 2025-002: Edificio de lavado de vehículos de 3,337 pies cuadrados y 24 aspiradoras en 1340 Northridge Mall
- Elección anual del Presidente y Vicepresidente de la Comisión de Planificación
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 17 de junio de 2026
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4:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Planning Commission
Commissioners:
Juan Gutierrez, Mayor's Appointee
Eric Mora, District 1 - Juan Flores, District 2
Lorisa McKelvey Daye, District 3 - Maureen Wruck, District 4
Carissa Purnell, District 5 - Marcelino Rocamora Jr, District 6
Lisa Brinton, Community Development Director
Courtney Grossman, Planning Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
Community Development Department Office: (831) 758-7206
Meeting Agenda - Final
July 15, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda - Final
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Traffic and Transportation Commission
La Comisión revisará el proyecto del corredor de seguridad de Williams Road
La Comisión de Tráfico y Transporte considerará la elección anual de un presidente y un vicepresidente, aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá un informe informativo sobre el Williams Road Safe Street Corridor Project. No se requiere ninguna acción sobre el punto de Williams Road; solo se solicita la opinión de los comisionados. Se aceptarán comentarios del público sobre temas que no estén en la agenda y durante puntos específicos de la misma.
- Aprobación de las actas del 11 de junio de 2026
- Elección anual del presidente y vicepresidente de la comisión para mandatos de un año
- Informe informativo sobre el Williams Road Safe Street Corridor Project (se solicita opinión, sin acción)
- Comentarios generales del público sobre temas que no estén en la agenda
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6:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
Traffic and Transportation Commission
Commissioners:
Gemma Dailey, Mayor's Appointee
Paula Matelli, District 1 - Orlando Osornio, District 2
Gregor Hamer, District 3 - Jose Guerra, District 4
Eric Petersen, District 5 - Paul Hernandez, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
David Jacobs, Public Works Director
Public Works Office: (831) 758-7241
Meeting Agenda
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Library and Community Services Commission
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Historic Resources Board
La Junta elige presidente y vicepresidente para el año fiscal 2026-2027
La Junta de Recursos Históricos elegirá a su presidente y vicepresidente para el próximo año fiscal. El personal presentará actualizaciones sobre el Intermodal Transportation Center, un estudio de reubicación de Monterey Salinas Transit y el periodo de solicitud de preservación histórica de la Ley Mills de 2026. La reunión es principalmente administrativa y procesal, sin audiencias públicas ni votos vinculantes programados.
- Elección del Presidente y Vicepresidente de la Junta de Recursos Históricos para el año fiscal 2026-2027
- Revisión del memorando de condiciones del Intermodal Transportation Center
- Presentación sobre el estudio de reubicación de Monterey Salinas Transit Rapid Bus
- Actualización sobre el periodo de solicitud de preservación histórica de la Ley Mills de 2026
- Aprobación de las actas de la junta del 1 de junio de 2026
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12:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas CA
Historic Resources Board
Board Members:
Gary Wrightman, Mayor's Appointee
Salvador Muñoz, District 1 - Michael Mazgai, District 2
Dean Callender, District 3 - Larry Hirahara, District 4
Eloise Shim, District 5 - Karen Lesney, District 6
Lisa Brinton, Community Development Director
Grant Leonard, Planning Manager
Community Development Department Office: (831) 758-7206
Meeting Agenda - Final
July 6, 2026Historic Resources Board Meeting Agenda - Final
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Planning Commission
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Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
El Concejo Municipal de Salinas considera una moratoria de licencias de tabaco y grandes proyectos de infraestructura
El Concejo discutirá una ordenanza de emergencia para detener nuevas licencias de minoristas de tabaco y considerará varios contratos de obras públicas a gran escala. Las acciones clave incluyen aprobar un proyecto de alcantarillado y pavimentación de $13.7 millones en Abbott Street y adoptar la Hoja de Ruta Salinas One Water.
- Ordenanza interina de urgencia que prohíbe nuevas licencias de minoristas de tabaco
- Contrato de $13,716,050 para mejoras de alcantarillado sanitario y pavimentación en Abbott St.
- Adopción de la Salinas One Water Roadmap
- $4,159,125 para equipo y servicios de Axon para la Policía y Desarrollo Comunitario
- Extensión de tiempo de 36 meses para un mapa tentativo cerca de John Street y Abbott Street
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✓ Decidido: Council approves 36-month extension for UniKool mixed-use tentative map
The City Council approved a 36-month time extension for Tentative Map 2022-001, allowing the UniKool Partners mixed-use development at John and Abbott Streets to proceed with infrastructure and hotel construction. The council also adopted an urgency ordinance temporarily prohibiting new tobacco retailer licenses, approved the Salinas One Water Roadmap, and passed a technology disruption policy. Numerous consent agenda items were approved, including a major sewer and pavement contract.
- Approved 36-month time extension for Tentative Map 2022-001 (6-0, D'Arrigo recused)
- Adopted urgency ordinance prohibiting new tobacco retailer licenses (7-0)
- Adopted Salinas One Water Roadmap (6-1, Sandoval no)
- Adopted Technology Disruption Policy per SB 707 (7-0)
- Approved $11,927,000 Abbott St sewer/pavement contract to Don Chapin Co. (7-0)
- Approved $4,159,124 Axon equipment for Police Dept (7-0)
- Accepted $390,484 CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant (7-0)
- Approved $700,000 Skyway Blvd roundabout monument design (7-0)
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200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
SALINAS ROTUNDA
City Council
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Councilmembers:
Jose Luis Barajas, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Margaret D'Arrigo, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Andrew Sandoval, District 5 - Aurelio Salazar, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
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June 30, 2026
City Council
Meeting Agenda - Final
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NEW EMPLOYEE WELCOME AND PROMOTIONS
PROCLAMATIONS
Park and Recreation Month
California Rodeo Salinas, 116th Anniversary
CITY OF CHAMPIONS
Alisal High School Girls Softball Team
Palma High School Boys Baseball Team
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City of Salinas
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City Council
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Councilmembers:
Jose Luis Barajas, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Margaret D'Arrigo, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Andrew Sandoval, District 5 - Aurelio Salazar, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
4:00 PM
SALINAS ROTUNDA
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Sandoval joined the meeting via Zoom in accordance with California
Government Code section 54953.
Councilmember Jose Barajas
Councilmember Tony Barrera
Councilmember Margaret D'Arrigo
Councilmember Gloria De La Rosa
Councilmember Aurelio Salazar
Councilmember Jose Andrew Sandoval
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Present:
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NEW EMPLOYEE WELCOME AND PROMOTIONS
Department Directors welcomed and introduced new staff and promotions for the month
of June.
PROCLAMATIONS
The City Council proclaimed:
Park and Recreation Month, July 2026
California Rodeo Salinas, 116th Anniversary
CITY OF CHAMPIONS
Continued to August 4, 2026
Alisal High School Girls Softball Team
Palma High School Boys Baseball Team
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Received public comment from members of the public in attendance and on Zoom.
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Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Airport Commission
La reunión de la Comisión del Aeropuerto del 25 de junio ha sido cancelada
Esta reunión fue cancelada debido a la falta de temas de discusión.
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City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Airport Commission
Commission Members:
Diane Ausonio, Mayor's Appointee
David Bigham, District 1 - Robert McGregor, District 2
James Shumaker, District 3 - Jose Mancera, District 4
Chandler Bennett, District 5 - Brian Contreras, Jr., District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Matthew Nelson, Airport Manager
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF BUSINESS
June 25, 2026Airport Commission Meeting Agenda - Final
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Police Community Advisory Committee
Police Community Advisory Committee discute el robo organizado en comercios
El comité revisará el informe del Jefe y recibirá una presentación sobre el Organized Retail Theft Team. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.
- Presentación: Organized Retail Theft Team
- Aprobación de las actas del 27 de mayo de 2026
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City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
Salinas Rotunda
Police Community Advisory Committee
Committee Members:
Mayor's Appointees: Leo De La Rosa
Shanice Virrueta, District 1 - Lizbeth Camacho, District 2
Lea Miller, District 3 - Patsy Gasca, District 4
Joseph Alvarado, District 5 - Yolanda Hayes, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Carlos Acosta, Chief of Police
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
June 24, 2026Police Community Advisory
Committee
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Housing and Land Use Committee
Council Chamber
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Planning Commission
Sesión de estudio sobre la planificación del Salinas Intermodal Transportation Center
La Planning Commission llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio para recibir una presentación sobre los esfuerzos de planificación del Salinas Intermodal Transportation Center (ITC). No se requiere ninguna acción. La comisión también considerará aprobar las actas de la reunión del 3 de junio de 2026.
- Sesión de estudio: esfuerzos de planificación del Salinas Intermodal Transportation Center (ITC)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 3 de junio de 2026
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200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
City Council Rotunda
Planning Commission
Commissioners:
Juan Gutierrez, Mayor's Appointee
Eric Mora, District 1 - Juan Flores, District 2
Lorisa McKelvey Daye, District 3 - Maureen Wruck, District 4
Carissa Purnell, District 5 - Marcelino Rocamora Jr, District 6
Lisa Brinton, Community Development Director
Courtney Grossman, Planning Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
Community Development Department Office: (831) 758-7206
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June 17, 2026Planning Commission Meeting Agenda - Final
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Rodeo Oversight Committee
Comité revisará estudio de impacto económico y plan de instalaciones del rodeo
El Comité de Supervisión del Rodeo escuchará actualizaciones sobre las operaciones del rodeo, un análisis de impacto económico recién completado del California Rodeo Salinas, y la planificación estratégica en curso para mejoras de instalaciones. No hay votaciones programadas; los miembros solo proporcionarán comentarios.
- Recibir actualización sobre las actividades del Comité de Supervisión del Rodeo (ID#26-293)
- Revisar el informe de impacto económico del California Rodeo Salinas (ID#26-294)
- Recibir informe de planificación estratégica sobre el Plan Maestro de Instalaciones (ID#26-297)
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6:00 PM
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SALINAS ROTUNDA
Rodeo Oversight Committee
Committee Members:
Councilmember Jose Luis Barajas
Councilmember Tony Barrera
Councilmember Gloria De La Rosa
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Kristan Lundquist, Library and Community Services Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 4:00 PM
City Council
El Concejo Municipal adoptará un presupuesto operativo bienal de $362M
El Concejo Municipal votará sobre el propuesto Presupuesto Operativo Bienal (AF2026/27-2027/28) con un límite de asignaciones de $362,368,159 para AF2026/27, y el Presupuesto de Capital y Programa de Mejora de Capital a 5 Años. También llevarán a cabo una audiencia pública sobre un Desarrollo Planificado de Unidades para 88 unidades de vivienda asequible y un centro de cuidado infantil en 200 Casentini Street. La agenda de consentimiento incluye varios contratos y subvenciones, como un contrato de diseño y construcción de $918,241 para Lake Street Lift Station y un contrato de $4,285,958 para el diseño de Boronda Road Congestion Relief.
- Audiencia pública sobre proyecto de vivienda asequible de 88 unidades con guardería en 200 Casentini Street
- Adopción del presupuesto operativo bienal de $362M
- Contrato de diseño y construcción hasta $918,241 para Lake Street Lift Station
- Adjudicación del contrato de diseño de $4,285,958 para la Fase 2 de Boronda Road Congestion Relief
- Acuerdo con County of Monterey para servicios de crisis móviles hasta $818,296
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✓ Decidido: Council approves $362M biennial budget, adds outreach and park positions
The City Council adopted the proposed biennial operating budget for FY2026/27-2027/28, totaling $362,368,159 in appropriations, with amendments adding a Community Outreach Assistant position, a Park Maintenance Worker, increased Ciclovia funding to $60,000, and additional $100,000 for rental assistance. The Council also approved an 88-unit affordable housing project with a daycare center at 200 Casentini Street, and adopted the biennial capital budget with an extra $1.5 million for road rehabilitation.
- Adopted $362M biennial operating budget with added positions and funding (6-0)
- Approved 88-unit affordable housing development with daycare center (6-0)
- Adopted $1.5M additional SB1 funding for road rehabilitation in capital budget (6-0)
- Approved design-build contract for Lake Street Lift Station Replacement, $918,241 (6-0)
- Adopted ordinance increasing gambling tables at licensed card rooms (6-0)
- Authorized MOU with Monterey County for mobile crisis services, $818,296 (6-0)
- Approved master agreements for street sweeping signage outreach, up to $1M (6-0)
- Approved transmittal of FY2026-27 assessment district levies to county tax collector (6-0)
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4:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.salinas.gov
SALINAS ROTUNDA
City Council
Mayor Dennis Donohue
Councilmembers:
Jose Luis Barajas, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2
Margaret D'Arrigo, District 3 - Gloria De La Rosa, District 4
Andrew Sandoval, District 5 - Aurelio Salazar, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
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June 16, 2026
City Council
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Labor Negotiations - California Government Code Section §54957.6 with
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Public Art Commission
Presentación sobre el proyecto de arte público de la subvención Clean California para Alisal Greening
La Public Art Commission recibirá una presentación sobre el proyecto de mejoras de embellecimiento y reverdecimiento de Alisal del Programa de Subvenciones de Embellecimiento Local Clean California, centrándose en los componentes de arte público. No se requiere ninguna acción. La comisión también aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior y escuchará comentarios generales del público.
- Recibir presentación sobre los proyectos de arte público de Alisal Greening financiados por la subvención Clean California
- Aprobar las actas del 23 de febrero de 2026
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6:00 PM
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200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
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Public Art Commission
Commission Members:
Juan Carlos Gonzales, Mayor's Appointee
Jose Julio Garcia, District 1 - Jesus Morales, District 2
Jesse Banda, District 3 - Carlos Cortez, District 4
Lee Abellana, District 5 - VACANT, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Kristan Lundquist, Library and Community Services Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
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Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Traffic and Transportation Commission
Planificación del Centro de Transporte Intermodal discutida
La Comisión recibe presentaciones sobre los esfuerzos de planificación del Centro de Transporte Intermodal, la selección de artistas para el monumento de la Rotonda Skyway del proyecto de embellecimiento Clean California, y el estudio de reubicación del centro de tránsito y autobús rápido de Monterey Salinas Transit. No se requiere ninguna acción sobre ningún punto de la agenda.
- Sesión de estudio de planificación del Centro de Transporte Intermodal (ITC)
- Selección de artista para el monumento de la Rotonda Skyway bajo el embellecimiento Clean California
- Estudio de reubicación del centro de tránsito y autobús rápido de Monterey Salinas Transit
- Aprobación de las actas del 14 de mayo de 2026
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Traffic and Transportation Commission
Commissioners:
Gemma Dailey, Mayor's Appointee
Paula Matelli, District 1 - Orlando Osornio, District 2
Gregor Hamer, District 3 - Jose Guerra, District 4
Eric Petersen, District 5 - Paul Hernandez, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
David Jacobs, Public Works Director
Public Works Office: (831) 758-7241
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Library and Community Services Commission
Comisión considerará renombrar Cesar Chavez Library and Park
La Library and Community Services Commission recibirá un informe sobre el proceso comunitario para potencialmente renombrar la Cesar Chavez Library y el Cesar Chavez Park. Discutirán si proceder con el renombramiento y determinarán los próximos pasos. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior y los informes de los comisionados.
- Consideración del renombramiento de Cesar Chavez Library y Cesar Chavez Park
- Recibir informe sobre el proceso comunitario para el renombramiento
- Discusión de los próximos pasos para el posible renombramiento
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Library and Community Services Commission
Commission Members:
Albert Fong, Mayor's Appointee
Berenize Larios Fabian, District 1 - Victor Tafoya, District 2
Joey Martinez, District 3 - Yolanda Cervantes, District 4
Nancy Gutierrez, District 5 - Linda Castillo, District 6
Rene Mendez, City Manager
Kristan Lundquist, Library and Community Services Director
City Clerk's Office: (831) 758-7381
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June 10, 2026Library and Community Services
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