CHS Update
Presented by: Drew Galy,
ASB President
Week of 01/12
● Senior Minute Party
○ Getting ever closer to Graduation and
reiterating the importance of a sober grad
night
● Elective Fair
○ Grades 9 -11 had the opportunity to learn about
the electives offered at CHS in preparation for
choosing next year’s classes!
○ Seniors got an informational meeting on what
to expect in their last semester of high school
Week of 1/19
● Winter Rally!
○ Leadership put on another banger of a rally,
showing off the student -nominated winter
club court and getting out information about
Winter Formal
○ Recognized our many CCS & Honors Singers
and Musicians
Week of 1/26
● Visual and Performing Arts Show & Assembly
○ All of our VAPA classes came together to
put on a show with the theme “Analog”
○ Many pieces featured a blend of classes,
such as dance and video production
○ Thank you to those who came out and
supported the arts!
● Winter Formal
Coming up
● Winter Sports Senior Nights
○ Boys’ & Girls’ Soccer, Boys’ & Girls’
Basketball, Wrestling
● Spring Sports Coming up
○ Check the Carmel High Website if you
would like to come out and support!
● Another Senior Minute Party (we are spoiled)
● Jazz Cafe
● Lots and lots of Mock Trial Competitions
● Kindness Week
● February Break
Thank you!!
Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
Discussion & Direction
City Council Meeting
February 3, 2026
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Introduction
Purpose:
• Seek Council’s direction on whether to pursue an increase to the City’s TOT • The amount of the increase
• Council’s preferred election timing
Why is this item before Council:
• Council has identified revenue shortfalls and long-term fiscal sustainability as a priority
• Expenses continue to outpace revenues due to raisings costs in employee compensation, general inflation, deferred maintenance, and unfunded pension obligations
• Pursuing an increase in TOT was identified as a potential additional source of revenue
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Background
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What is Transient Occupancy Tax?
• Tax paid by visitors on short-term lodging
• Authorized under California Revenue & Taxation Code §7280 • Collected by hotels and remitted to the City
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TOT History in Carmel
TOT history for Carmel-by-the-Sea
• 1975 – TOT established at 6%
• 1978 - TOT increased to 8%
• 1998 - TOT increased to 10%
The current TOT rate of 10% remained unchanged since 1998 • One of the City’s top 3 revenue sources
• FY 2025-2026 projected decrease to: $9.11 million
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TOT Comparisons
Carmel-by-the-Sea’s current TOT rate is below all averages • Increase from 10% to 12%: $1.8 million (approximate additional revenue) • Increase from 10% to 14%: $3.6 million (approximate additional revenue) Actual revenue subject to economic and tourism conditions
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Potential Annual Revenue Impacts
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Other Lodging-Related Assessments
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Summary – Part 1
The City’s TOT rate has not changed in nearly 30 years.
It is lower than most Monterey Peninsula Jurisdictions.
It is lower than Comparable Coastal Communities.
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Legal Framework & Election Process
Part 2:
Legal Framework for a TOT Increase and Election Timeline
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Taxes and Voter Approval
• Under State Law, any new TOT increase must be submitted to the voters for approval.
• California Elections Code Section 9222 allows Council to submit a proposition to voters without a petition.
• The City’s current 10% TOT revenue contributes to the City’s General Fund and is a General Tax.
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Taxes and Voter Approval
• General law cities, such as Carmel-by-the-Sea, derive taxing authority from the State and must comply with voter-approval requirements established by Propositions 13 and 218.
• The passage of Proposition 13 in 1978 created the distinction between “general” and “special” taxes, and was further defined by Proposition 62 passed in 1986.
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General Tax
General Tax:
• May be used for general government purposes.
• Revenue is deposited into the General Fund.
• Two-thirds of all members of Council must authorize a measure to be placed on the ballot (4 members of Council)
• Requires majority voter approval (50% + 1 vote) to pass • Must be on a regular municipal election ballot, which is in November of even-numbered years
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Special Tax
Special Tax:
• Must be dedicated for a specific purpose.
• A majority of the members of Council must authorize a measure to be placed on the ballot (3 Council members)
• Requires a two-thirds voter approval to pass (66.6% of the vote). • May be placed on any election ballot, including odd-numbered years.
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Option 1- November 2026
Option 1 – November 2026 ballot
• Adding a ballot measure this year is possible.
• The election deadlines are set by the California Election Code.
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Election Timeline
Date Action
March – May, 2026 Develop and review draft ballot measure language, additional time to receive public input
June 2, 2026 Adopt a Resolution calling for an Election and requesting consolidation with the County
July 7, 2026 Final date to adopt a Resolution placing a ballot measure before the voters July – October, 2026
Public outreach – the City is limited to providing educational information that is factual, impartial, and balanced
August 11-16, 2026 Filing period for primary ballot arguments August 16-23, 2026 City Attorney files impartial analysis, rebuttal arguments due November 3, 2026 Election Day
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Option 1 – Pros & Cons
Pros
• Higher voter turnout in a general election year.
• Lower cost due to consolidating with a scheduled election. - Cost is $6,000 to $10,000 to add a ballot measure to a regular election. • Can be structured as General or Special Tax.
Cons
• Limited timeline for public outreach
• Limited time to retain a consultant for a feasibility study or voter education.
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Option 2 – November 2027
Option 2 – November 2027 ballot
Pros
• Additional time for public outreach and public input. • More time for stakeholder engagement.
• More time to explore consultant support.
Cons
• Must be structured as a special tax.
• Requires 66.6% voter approval to pass.
• Typically lower voter turnout.
• Higher cost for a standalone election. - $15,000 – $20,500 for ballot measure only special election in odd numbered year.
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Option 3 – November 2028
Option 3 – November 2028 ballot
Pros
• Additional time for public outreach, input, stakeholder engagement. • More time to explore consultant support.
• Lower election cost/higher voter turnout.
- Cost is $6,000 to $10,000 to add a ballot measure.
Cons
• Two years away.
• Delays potential revenue.
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Conclusion
Requesting Council’s Direction:
1. Pursue a TOT increase ballot measure?
2. What would be the proposed increase?
3. General Tax or Special Tax?
4. Preferred election timing?
Thank you
Half Moon Bay did fine with a 3% TOT increase
Half Moon Bay
Fiscal Year 19-20 20-21 21-22 22-23 23-24 24-25
TOT Rate 12% 12% 14% 15% 15% 15%
Revenue (Actual) 5,291,241 4,817,532 9,155,843 8,852,640 8,167,937 9,613,234 Revenue (White Paper) 4,817,532 9,442,518 8,852,640 6,167,938 TOT Growth: 20-21 --> 24-25 99.5%
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Fiscal Year 19-20 20-21 21-22 22-23 23-24 24-25
TOT Rate (+CHID) 10% + 1% 10% + 1% 10% +2% 10% +2% 10% +2% 10% +2% Revenue 5,106,437 8,267,749 7,454,145 8,347,682 9,339,961 TOT Growth: 20-21 --> 24-25 82.9%
Half Moon Bay did fine with a 3% TOT increase
Half Moon Bay
Fiscal Year 19-20 20-21 21-22 22-23 23-24 24-25
TOT Rate 12% 12% 14% 15% 15% 15%
Revenue (Actual) 5,291,241 4,817,532 9,155,843 8,852,640 8,167,937 9,613,234 Revenue (White Paper) 4,817,532 9,442,518 8,852,640 6,167,938 TOT Growth: 20-21 --> 24-25 99.5%
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Fiscal Year 19-20 20-21 21-22 22-23 23-24 24-25
TOT Rate (+CHID) 10% + 1% 10% + 1% 10% +2% 10% +2% 10% +2% 10% +2% Revenue 5,106,437 8,267,749 7,454,145 8,347,682 9,339,961 TOT Growth: 20-21 --> 24-25 82.9%
Comparison of Room Rate vs Occupancy
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Carmel-by-the-Sea Average Room Rate Carmel-by-the-Sea Room Nights City Council Strategic Priorities Responsible
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Item is complete, and will be removed from the list
Item was added by Council at Strategic Priorities Meeting Item name has been changed based on Council feedback (changes struck and underlined) Item is not complete, and was removed by Council from the list S-1 Exercise Financial Sustainability, Accountability and Transparency P-1.1 Budget Clarity
G-1.1.1 Review and Reformulate Approach to Reserves Admin/Finance Y DONE G-1.1.2 Update and Refine Financial Policies Admin/Finance Y DONE G-1.1.1 Increase usability and clarity of financial reports given to Council Admin/Finance 3 Y July 2026 G-1.1.2 Create an online public facing CIP tracking dashboard Admin/IT 1 Y Mar 2026 P-1.2 Financial Health
G-1.2.1 Receive Council approval on revised investment portfolio approach Admin/Finance Y TBD G-1.2.2 Complete internal review (checklist) of City readiness to take on bonds or other financing Admin/Finance Y TBD G-1.2.3 Implement a new HR, Finance and Payroll management system (ERP) Admin/Finance Y Jan 2027 G-1.2.4 Develop menu of potential revenue enhancements sources to close City's funding shortfalls and receive Council direction 1 Y May 2026 G-1.2.5 Provide Council a presentation on placing a TOT increase on the Nov 2026 ballot and receive direction Admin/Clerk 1 Y Feb 2026 G-1.2.6 Provide Council with a presentation on options for paid parking Admin/PD 2 Y June 2026 S-2 Steward the Natural Environment
P-2.1 Beach Infrastructure Repairs and Maintenance
G-2.1.1 Rebuild 8th Ave. sand ramp PW N Mar 2027
G-2.1.2 Complete 4th Ave. outfall repair/replacement PW N Sep 2027 G-2.1.3 Rebuild 10th Ave. stairs PW N June 2026
G-2.1.4 Rebuild 12th Ave. stairs PW N June 2026
G-2.1.5 Complete maintenance/repair of bluff revetments PW N Ongoing G-2.1.6 Implementation of coastline related items from Climate Action and Adaptation Plan PW 2 N Ongoing P-2.2 Wildfire Mitigation and Prevention
G-2.2.1 Adopt updated Carmel Forest Management Plan (City Council) PW Y Sept 2026 G-2.2.2 Certify LCP amendment for updated Carmel Forest Management Plan (Coastal Commission) PW N Jan 2027 G-2.2.3 Adopt Local Fire Hazard Maps CPB N DONE
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G-2.2.3 Adopt additional citywide wildfire and prevention measures (e,g,: allowed materials, building code, etc.) CPB/PW N Ongoing G-2.2.4 Complete all tasks on the list of prioritized fuel mitigation projects CPB/PW 1 N Ongoing G-2.2.5 Create and distribute home hardening rules to the community CPB/PW 2 Y Aug 2026 G-2.2.6 Execute a citywide evacuation drill PD 1 N May 2026 S-3 Maintain Public Safety and Infrastructure
P-3.1 Public Safety
G-3.1.1 Complete transition of ambulance services to Monterey Fire Admin N DONE G-3.1.1 Implement a Street Address Program Admin N May 2026 G-3.1.2 Create a plan to improve the resiliency of the City's power grid and present to City Council Admin/PW N TBD G-3.1.3 Complete the City's Rule 20-A project at Del Mar Parking Lot PW N TBD P-3.2 City Buildings and Property (Non-Police/PW)
G-3.2.1 Conduct condition assessment of all City buildings, determine values and develop maintenance plan PW Y Sept 2026 G-3.2.2 Make Police/PW Building safe before remodel PW Y DONE G-3.2.2 Provide presentation to Council on the process required to sell the Scout House and receive direction Admin/PW 2 Y April 2026 G-3.2.3 Provide Council with a draft agreement between the City and the Friends of MTNP for a Rio Park project Admin/PW 3 N TBD P-3.3 City Building (Police/PW)
G-3.3.1 City Council decision on rebuild vs. renovate PW/PD Y DONE G-3.3.2 Select architect PW/PD Y March 2026
G-3.3.3 Construction Plans and financing approved by City Council PW/Admin N July 2027 G-3.3.4 Construction begins PW Y TBD
G-3.3.5 Employees fully move back into building PW/PD Y TBD P-3.4 Digital Infrastructure
G-3.4.1 Complete an IT audit, including cyber-security Admin/IT Y May 2026 G-3.4.2 Develop and adopt an IT Strategic Plan Admin/IT Y July 2026 P-3.5 Streets and Sidewalks
G-3.5.1 Assess condition of all sidewalks and tree wells and create maintenance plan to get current on repairs PW Y DONE G-3.5.1 Complete repairs to get current on all sidewalk and ADA improvements PW Y Ongoing G-3.5.2 Complete modeling work of street condition to optimize use of CIP funds for maintenance and replacement PW Y April 2026 G-3.5.3 Significantly increase parking enforcement capabilities PD Y June 2026 S-4 Preserve the Village Character
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P-4.1 Design Review
G-4.1.1 Adopt updated Design guidelines and Zoning Code - Design Traditions 1.5 Project (City Council) CPB Y Dec 2026 G-4.1.2 Certify LCP amendment for updated Design Guidelines and Zoning Code (Coastal Commission) CPB N Mar 2027 G-4.1.3 Reinstate the Design Review Board (DRB) CPB Y TBD G-4.1.4 Complete Objective Design and Development Standards for affordable units (ODDS) CPB Y April 2027 P-4.2 Housing Policy and Community Sustainability Attract New Full Time Residents G-4.2.1 Adopt ADU ordinance (City Council) CPB Y Dec 2026 G-4.2.2 Certify LCP amendment for ADU Ordinance (Coastal Commission) CPB N Mar 2027 G-4.2.3 Adopt Housing Element amendment to move units from City lots (City Council) CPB N April 2026 G-4.2.4 Certification of Housing Element amendment to move units from City lots (CA State HCD) CPB N June 2026 G-4.2.5 Research policy options in response to accelerating population loss / loss of families with children Admin/CPB 2 Y TBD G-4.2.6 Implement the City's 6th Cycle Housing Element Admin/CPB 1 Y Ongoing S-5 Provide Effective, Reliable, Responsive and Friendly Government Services P-5.1 Process Improvements
G-5.1.1 Implement new permitting software, with focus on integrating Artificial Intelligence CPB/IT Y Dec 2026 G-5.1.2 Implement technologies to support routine staff tasks and free up time for enhanced customer service CPB/IT Y Ongoing G-5.1.3 Implement a citywide customer service program CPB/IT 1 Y Dec 2026 P-5.2 Public Access to Records
G-5.2.1 Scan and digitize all physical city records to make available online (resolutions, ordinances, etc.) Admin/IT Y Ongoing P-5.3 "Smart Village" Plan DELETED
G-5.3.1 Expand free public Wi-Fi network to cover all parks and key public areas Admin/IT Y DELETED S-6 Implement the City's Adopted Plans
P-6.1 Climate Action (C) and Adaptation (D) Plan
Program # Program Name
G-C-1.1.1 Energy Efficiency Outreach PW Y TBD
G-C-1.1.2 Energy Efficiency and Electrification Incentives PW N TBD G-C-1.1.3 Energy Efficiency Audits PW N TBD
G-C-1.2.1 Feasibility Study for Existing Building Electrification and Back-up Power. PW Y TBD G-C-1.2.2 Residential Home Energy Renovations. PW Y TBD G-C-1.2.3 Residential Home Energy Renovation Incentives. PW N TBD S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities 01.22.2026 Page 3 of 10 ATTACHMENT 1
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G-C-1.2.4 Commercial Energy Renovations. PW Y TBD
G-C-1.2.5 Residential Commercial Energy Renovation Incentives. PW N TBD G-C-1.3.1 Energy Efficiency in New Residential Construction PW Y TBD G-C-1.3.2 Energy Efficiency in New Commercial Construction PW Y TBD G-C-2.1.1 Reduce Reliance on Automobiles. PW N TBD
G-C-2.1.2 Develop Bicycle Master Plan to Create Safe Bike Routes around the City PW Y TBD G-C-2.1.3 Ride-Sharing and Bike to Work Programs within City Operations and Businesses PW N TBD G-C-2.2.1 Prioritize Electric Vehicles (EVs) PW Y TBD
G-C-2.3.1 Develop Origin/Destination Transportation Model. PW N TBD G-C-3.1.1 Incentivize Clean Energy Installations PW Y TBD G-C-3.1.2 Increase uptake of 3CE Renewable Generation portfolio PW N TBD G-C-4.1.1 Continued Implementation and Promotion of City and Model Water Efficient Ordinance Standards PW Y TBD G-C-4.1.2 Exceed Water Efficiency Standards PW Y TBD
G-C-5.1.1 Increase the City’s solid waste diversion to reduce landfill methane emissions PW N TBD G-C-6.1.1 Urban Forest Maintenance and Improvement PW Y TBD G-C-6.2.1 Allow Cool Roof Options PW Y TBD
G-D-1.1.1 Maintain and Update Evacuation Plan Every 8 Years. PW N TBD G-D-1.1.2 Update Emergency Preparedness. PW Y TBD
G-D-1.1.3 Collaborate with Monterey Fire. PW N TBD
G-D-1.1.4 Publicize Local Evacuation Routes. PW N TBD
G-D-1.1.5 Evaluate Evacuation Route Capacity. PW Y TBD
G-D-1.2.1 Establish a Resilience Hub. PW N TBD
G-D-1.2.2 Limit the Impacts of Climate Change on the Most Vulnerable Populations. PW N TBD G-D-1.2.3 Engage the Community. PW Y TBD
G-D-1.2.4 Social Support Network. PW N TBD
G-D-1.2.5 Back-up Power for Vulnerable Populations. PW Y TBD G-D-1.3.1 Partner with Monterey County Health Department. PW N TBD G-D-1.3.2 Initiate a Heat Pump Retrofit Program. PW Y TBD G-D-1.3.3 Invest in Improving Resilience in Critical Facilities. PW Y TBD G-D-1.3.4 Conduct a Feasibility Study for Existing Building Electrification and Back-up Power. PW Y TBD G-D-1.3.5 Improve Resilience in Existing Building Stock. PW Y TBD G-D-1.3.6 Promote Funding Opportunities. PW N TBD
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G-D-1.4.1 Develop Partnerships to Provide Support to Displaced Workers. PW N TBD G-D-1.4.2 Establish Partnerships to Develop a Resilient Economy. PW N TBD G-D-1.4.3 Business Resilience Outreach Program. Collaborate PW N TBD G-D-1.4.4 Hire a Grant Writer/Climate Coordinator. PW Y TBD G-D-2.1.1 Increase Funding for Climate Adaptation. PW Y TBD G-D-2.1.2 Increase Urban Forest Resilience. PW Y TBD
G-D-2.1.3 Increase Resilience of the Mission Trail Nature Preserve and Pescadero Canyon. PW N TBD G-D-2.1.4 Increase Resilience of the North Dunes. PW N TBD G-D-2.1.5 Increase Resilience to Stronger Storms. PW N TBD G-D-2.1.6 Beach Sand Monitoring Program. PW Y TBD
G-D-2.1.7 Carmel Cove Sand Supply. PW N TBD
G-D-3.1.1 Underground Utilities in Fire Hazard Zones (Develop Plan). PW N TBD G-D-3.1.2 Increase Green Infrastructure. PW N TBD
G-D-3.1.3 Public Building Electrification. PW Y TBD
G-D-3.1.4 Reduce Stormwater Runoff. PW N TBD
G-D-3.1.5 Storm Drain Repair Funding and Improvements. PW Y TBD G-D-3.1.6 Retrofit Existing Critical Buildings and Related Infrastructure. PW Y TBD G-D-3.1.7 Water Conservation. PW N TBD
G-D-3.1.8 Bluff Structural Monitoring Program. PW Y TBD G-D-3.1.9 Sea Level Rise Coastal Vulnerability Study. PW Y TBD G-D-3.1.10 Wastewater Treatment. PW N TBD
G-D-3.2.1 Development Standards. PW Y TBD
G-D-3.2.2 Update City Planning Guidelines. PW Y TBD
G-D-3.2.3 Incorporate Climate Change Adaptation into Local Plans. PW Y TBD G-D-3.2.4 Update Shoreline Management Plan. PW N TBD
G-D-3.2.5 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. PW N TBD P-6.2 Housing Element - Cycle 6
Program # Program Name
1.1.A Adequate Sites CPB Y Dec-31
1.1.B Development on Small Sites CPB Y Jun-28
1.1.C Live/Work Housing CPB Y Jun-26
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1.1.D Mixed-Income Incentive Program CPB Y Jun-28
1.1.E Affordable Housing on Religious Facility Properties CPB Y Multiple
1.1.F Hotel-to-Residential Conversion CPB Y Jun-27
1.1.G Hotel Employee Housing Program CPB Y Jun-27
1.1.H Accessory Dwelling Units CPB Y Multiple
1.2.A Water Distribution Prioritization for Affordable Housing CPB N DONE
1.2.B Address Infrastructure Constraints CPB Y Dec-31
1.3.A Condominium Conversions CPB Y Dec-31
1.3.B Employee Housing (Farmworker) CPB Y Jun-26
1.3.C Manufactured Homes on a Foundation System CPB Y Jun-26
1.3.D Senate Bill 35 and Senate Bill 423 Processing Procedure CPB N Dec-26
1.3.E Emergency Shelters CPB Y Jun-26
1.3.F Forest and Beach Commission Required Findings CPB Y Jun-26
1.4.A Modify or Eliminate Onerous Use Permits CPB Y Jun-28
1.4.B Objective Design and Development Standards CPB Y Jun-27
1.4.C By-Right Approval CPB Y Dec-31
2.1.A Incentives for Mixed-Use Development CPB Y Jun-28
2.1.B Permanent Housing CPB Y Dec-31
2.1.C Monitor Affordable Housing Stock CPB Y Jun-26
2.1.D Establish Affordable Housing Trust Fund CPB Y Dec-26
2.2.A Historic Preservation Educational Programs CPB Y Dec-31
2.3.A Preserve and Increase Upper Floor Residential Uses CPB Y Dec-31
2.4.A Housing Rehabilitation and Maintenance Information CPB Y Dec-31
3.1.A Mixed-Use Affordable Housing CPB Y Jun-28
3.1.B Housing for Extremely Low-Income Households CPB Y Dec-31
3.1.C Density Bonus CPB Y Dec-31
3.1.D Reduced Entitlement and Development Fees CPB Y Jul-26
3.1.E Reduced Parking Requirements CPB Y Jun-26
3.1.F Expedited Processing Procedures CPB Y Dec-26
3.1.G Establish Minimum Densities CPB Y Jun-28
3.2.A Reasonable Accommodation Procedures CPB Y DONE
3.2.B Housing Mobility CPB Y Multiple
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3.2.C Family Friendly Housing CPB Y Jun-28
3.2.D Local Universal Design Standards CPB Y Jun-28
3.3.A Zoning for Transitional and Supportive Housing CPB Y Jun-26
3.3.B Low-Barrier Navigation Centers CPB Y Jun-26
3.3.C Unlicensed Residential Care Facilities CPB Y Jun-26
3.3.D Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Units CPB Y Jun-26
4.1.A Water Conservation CPB N Dec-31
4.1.B Energy Conservation and Green Building CPB N Dec-31
5.1.A Fair Housing Services CPB Y Dec-31
5.1.B Housing Choice Voucher Program CPB N Dec-31
5.1.C Shared Housing Information CPB Y Dec-31
5.1.D Farmworker Housing CPB Y Dec-31
5.2.A Support Community Organizations CPB Y Dec-31
P-6.3 Carmel Forest Management Plan
Program # Program Name
G-6.3.1 IN PROCESS PW Y TBD
P-6.4 Community Wildfire Prevention Program (CWPP)
Program # Program Name
G-1.1 Conduct biannual educational seminars to educate residents on wildfire preparedness and mitigation PW/CPB Y TBD G-1.2 Create educational materials depicting proper defensible space guidelines PW/CPB Y TBD G-1.3 Maintain the project StoryMap as a hub for information sharing amongst community members and interested parties PW/CPB Y TBD G-1.4 Provide resources to for groups to pursue National Fire Protection Association Firewise USA Program PW/CPB Y TBD G-1.5 Conduct outreach specific to vulnerable communities PW/CPB Y TBD G-1.6 Collaborate with Monterey County Fire Safe Council to disseminate educational information PW/CPB N TBD G-1.7 Leverage local groups, such as Carmel CERT, to disseminate information on wildfire risk PW/CPB N TBD G-1.8 Host practice evacuation events throughout the Plan Area on an annual basis PW/CPB Y TBD G-1.9 Conduct public outreach/education where vegetation management projects are proposed prior to work PW/CPB Y TBD G-2.1 Support collaborative vegetation management projects across ownership boundaries PW/CPB Y TBD G-2.2 Collaborate with Pebble Beach Community Services District and CAL FIRE on wildfire mitigation strategies PW/CPB N TBD G-2.3 Consult with local tribes during wildfire mitigation planning PW/CPB N TBD S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities 01.22.2026 Page 7 of 10 ATTACHMENT 1
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G-2.4 Collaborate with the Monterey County Fire Safe Council to prioritize community wildfire mitigation projects PW/CPB N TBD G-2.5 Work with rec. facilities, campgrounds, and other guest-oriented businesses to develop evacuation preplans PW/CPB Y TBD G-2.6 Coordinate with interested parties (U.S. Forest Service, CAL FIRE, etc.) on information and resource sharing PW/CPB N TBD G-2.7 Update the General Plan Safety Element to address wildfire risk PW/CPB Y TBD G-2.8 Partner with universities and research institutions to support or conduct wildfire-related projects or research PW/CPB N TBD G-2.9 Develop an evacuation plan with the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula PW/CPB N TBD G-3.1 Identify critical infrastructure and facilities in need of structural hardening PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.2 Conduct roadside fuels reduction along major roadways and roads identified as evacuation routes PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.3 Identify and remove hazardous trees along major evacuation corridors PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.4 Revaluate City Tree Ordinances to expedite maintenance or the removal of trees that pose wildfire hazards PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.5 Develop a coordinated evacuation plan for the Plan Area PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.6 Evaluate opportunities for engaging residents and landowners in structural retrofit programs PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.7 Encourage structural retrofits through assessments, community education, and grant funding opportunities PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.8 Install evacuation signage/lighting along designated evacuation routes PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.9 Facilitate emergency vehicle access and evaluate need for road maintenance on private and public roads PW/CPB Y TBD G-3.10 Coordinate with jurisdictions controlling outside roads (CalTrans, etc.) on maintenance agreements PW/CPB N TBD G-3.11 Establish staging areas and shelter-in-place sites PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.1 Implement vegetation treatment activities identified in Appendix C PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.2 Ensure appropriate environmental review is conducted prior to implementing fuels reduction projects PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.3 Consult with a qualified biologist and/or Professional Forester when designing fuels treatment prescriptions PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.4 Promote Monterey pine regeneration through fuels reduction projects PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.5 Develop a French broom removal program and reduce hazardous ladder fuels PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.6 Remove dead and down woody debris annually following winter storms and prior to June 1 of each year PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.7 Conduct annual monitoring of vegetation management project areas and maintain as needed PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.8 Consider the use of cultural burning PW/CPB Y TBD G-4.9 Develop post-fire rehabilitation guidelines in cooperation with appropriate federal, state, and local agencies PW/CPB Y TBD G-5.1 Hold annual meetings with mutual aid partners to discuss emergency response goals and review targets PW/CPB N TBD G-5.2 Prepare annual reports of incidents and responding mutual aid partners PW/CPB Y TBD G-5.3 Identify additional resources needed to adequately respond to wildfires and achieve response target goals PW/CPB Y TBD G-6.1 Evaluate staffing capacity annually and identify needs to ensure capacity for wildfire projects PW/CPB Y TBD G-6.2 Identify and pursue grant funding opportunities for wildfire projects PW/CPB Y TBD G-6.3 Pursue efforts to get on California’s Fire Risk Reduction Communities List to be prioritized for Grant Funding PW/CPB Y TBD S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities 01.22.2026 Page 8 of 10 ATTACHMENT 1
City Council Strategic Priorities Responsible
Department
Priority
Level
Fully City
Controlled
Target Goal
Completion
G-6.4 Pursue the development of a Home Hardening Grant Program PW/CPB Y TBD G-6.5 Collaborate with the Monterey County Fire Safe Council to obtain grants for wildfire mitigation projects PW/CPB N TBD G-6.6 Increase the number of properties inspected in the Plan Area annually PW/CPB Y TBD G-6.7 Empower community groups, etc. to pursue grant funding for community-scale retrofits PW/CPB Y TBD G-6.8 Evaluate subsidies or incentives for property owners to complete and maintain vegetation management PW/CPB Y TBD P-6.5 IT Strategic Plan
Program # Program Name
G-x.x.x IN PROCESS Admin/IT N TBD
P-6.6 Library Master Plan
Program # Program Name
G-1.1.1 Establish regular weekly hours for tech help Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.1.2 Collaborate with Carmel, Carmel Valley, Big Sur and Pebble Beach schools on programs on a regular basis Admin/Library N TBD G-1.1.3 Continue to learn from and build on established programs and explore new program ideas as they arise Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.2.1 Conduct Community Conversations and produce an updated Public Knowledge Report Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.2.2 Provide a variety of ways for community members to provide feedback Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.3.1 Better serve patrons with dementia and Alzheimer's and their caregivers Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.3.2 Start a conversation with the community workforce to understand their needs and wants Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.3.3 Explore option for books delivery to homebound patrons, including a partnership with Carmel Foundation Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.3.4 Develop an accommodation policy Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.4.1 Re-brand the library so that it is clear who we are, where we are, and what we do Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.4.2 Develop a plan and strategy for marketing and communication of library services Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.4.3 Conduct outreach to community leaders to ensure understanding of the value of the Library Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.4.4 Work with local realtors to distribute a welcome packet for new community members Admin/Library Y TBD G-1.4.5 Encourage community advocacy for the library Admin/Library N TBD G-2.1.1 Look for opportunities to renovate both library buildings Admin/Library Y TBD G-2.1.2 Ensure continuity of operations during any renovation projects Admin/Library Y TBD G-2.2.1 Introduce patrons and visitors to the library in the Harrison Library garden with improved signage Admin/Library Y TBD G-2.2.2 Conduct nature-centric programs utilizing the HML garden and other greenspaces in the City Admin/Library Y TBD G-2.3.1 Restore Saturday hours Admin/Library Y TBD
G-2.4.1 Continue to invest in Wonderbook, large print, audio collections, and explore a braille collection Admin/Library Y TBD S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities 01.22.2026 Page 9 of 10 ATTACHMENT 1
City Council Strategic Priorities Responsible
Department
Priority
Level
Fully City
Controlled
Target Goal
Completion
G-3.1.1 Review, reaffirm, and amend library policies and procedures to ensure transparency and efficiency Admin/Library Y TBD G-3.1.2 Work with Pacific Grove and Monterey libraries to implement book/DVD sharing Admin/Library N TBD G-3.1.3 Work with community organizations to identify projects that could provide opportunities for special funding Admin/Library N TBD G-3.1.4 Better promote purchase suggestions to further engage the community in collection development Admin/Library Y TBD G-3.2.1 Develop staff training plan (1 all-staff training per month) including emergency preparedness Admin/Library Y TBD G-3.2.2 Map the library’s volunteer needs and map the needs of volunteers Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.1.1 Investigate ways to reduce waste in library operations (paper, single-use plastics, etc.) Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.1.2 Look for opportunities to switch to local/sustainable/Certified/etc. companies and vendors when possible Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.1.3 Work with Public Works to identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption in library buildings Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.2.1 Develop Continuity of Operations Plan for the Library Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.2.2 Create a special collections evacuation plan in case of an emergency Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.2.3 Prioritize staff training on disaster recovery topics, such as salvaging water-damaged materials Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.3.1 Regularly host sustainability and resilience related programs that are relevant to Carmel Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.3.2 Provide opportunities for organizations such as CERT, CalFire, Carmel Prepares to share info Admin/Library Y TBD G-4.4.1 Continue to act as a charging/warming center during storms and power outages Admin/Library Y TBD G-x.x.x Explore additional ways we can support our community during emergencies and extreme weather events Admin/Library Y TBD P-6.7 Mission Trails Nature Preserve Master Plan
Program # Program Name
G-x.x.x IN PROCESS PW N TBD
Future Projects - These are projects that are important, but are not actively being worked on by City Staff until directed by Council.
F-1 (MOVED UP TO PRIORITY G-1.2.5) Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Increase Admin Y TBD F-2 Explore Opportunities for Flanders Mansion Admin Y TBD F-3 Explore Opportunities for Permanent Outdoor Dining/Downtown Master Plan CPB Y DELETED F-4 Outdoor Wine Tasting Ordinance CPB Y DELETED
F-5 (MOVED UP TO PRIORITY G-3.3.2) Explore Opportunities for Scout House Admin Y TBD F-6 (MOVED UP TO PRIORITY G-3.3.2) Carmel Area Wastewater District (CAWD) Bridge to Everywhere Project CPB Y TBD F-7 Undergrounding Power Lines separate from Rule 20A PW Y TBD F-8 Build city-owned conduit system for data (currently Comcast owned) Admin/IT Y TBD F-9 Implement a parking and traffic management program Admin/CPB Y TBD S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities 01.22.2026 Page 10 of 10 ATTACHMENT 1