Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council
October 5, 2026

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Contact: 831.620.2000 www.ci.carmel.ca.us
Mayor Dale Byrne
Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder,
Bob Delves, and Alissandra Dramov
City Council Chambers
662 Monte Verde Street
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Special Meeting
Monday, October 5, 2026
3:00 PM

HYBRID MEETING ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
This meeting will be held in person and via teleconference ("hybrid"). The public is welcome to attend the meeting in person or remotely via Zoom, however, the meeting will proceed as normal even if there are technical difficulties accessing Zoom. The City will do its best to resolve any technical issues as quickly as possible. To view or listen to the meeting from home, you may also watch the live stream on the City's YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofCarmelbytheSea/streams. To participate in the meeting via Zoom, copy and paste the link below into your browser. https://ci-carmel-ca-us.zoom.us/j/88134597723
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HOW TO OFFER PUBLIC COMMENT
The public may give public comment at this meeting in person, or use the Zoom teleconference module, provided that there is access to Zoom during the meeting. Zoom comments will be taken after the inperson comments. The public can also email comments to [email protected]. Comments must be received at least 2 hours before the meeting in order to be provided to the legislative body. Comments received after that time and up to the beginning of the meeting will be made part of the record.

PUBLIC COMMENT GUIDELINES FOR SPECIAL MEETINGS
During Special City Council Meetings, public comments are permitted on items listed on the agenda. After each item on the agenda is introduced, the Mayor will invite public comment on that item. Each speaker has 3 minutes to speak unless otherwise adjusted by the Mayor. While stating your name is optional, it helps to identify speakers in the meeting minutes. Remote or in-person participants who do not comply with the requirements of the Brown Act will be muted.

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the consent agenda are routine in nature and do not require discussion or independent action.

Members of the Council or the public may ask that any items be considered individually for Council discussion and/or for public comment. Unless that is done, one motion may be used to adopt all recommended actions.

1) Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes for the August 31 and September 9, 2026 Special Meetings, and the September 1, 2026 Regular and Special Meetings 2) August 2026 Monthly Reports
3) August 2026 Check Register Summary
4) Resolution 2026-068 establishing the meeting dates of the City Council for calendar year 2027
5) Resolution 2026-070 approving a request from Girls on the Run Central Coast to hold a "Girls On The Run Family 5K" in Carmel-by-the-Sea on Saturday, January 9, 2027, and granting an exemption to Chapter 8.56 of the Municipal Code prohibiting sound amplification and the closure of certain streets and the Del Mar parking lot. 6) Resolution 2026-071 authorizing the purchase of a 2027 Ford F-550 truck with dump bed and lift gate from National Auto Fleet Group under Sourcewell Contract #081325-NAF for $98,576.14
7) Resolution 2026-072 Partially Granting the Appeal of Bruce and Linda Taylor (APP 26270, McWhorter) by Denying the Rooftop Deck and Otherwise Upholding the Planning Commission’s Approval of the Coastal Development Permit and Final Design Study for the Property Located at Carmelo Street 2 NE of Ocean Avenue.

Proposed CEQA Action: Find the project categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) and Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and that none of the exceptions to the exemptions contained in Section 15300.2 can be made in this case.
8) Resolution 2026-073 authorizing the City Administrator to execute a Funding Agreement between the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) and the City for the use of Regional Surface Transportation Program funds 9) Resolution 2026-074 Authorizing a refund of Design Study application fees of $1,917.00 to Jill Layman

ORDERS OF BUSINESS
Orders of Business are agenda items that require City Council discussion, debate, direction to staff, and/or action.
10) Receive a presentation on the status of the Harrison Memorial Library Restoration Project
11) Review and Discussion of a Draft Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) or "Drone" Policy for the Carmel Police Department and Direction Regarding Development of a UAS Program
12) City Administrator Recruitment Process Discussion

13) Receive a report and provide Direction Regarding the Development of a Streetscape Plan for Downtown (Continued from September 1, 2026) 14) Resolution 2026-069 designating the 2026 Holiday Closure from December 24, 2026, through January 1, 2027
RECESS
The City Council will take a 30-minute break around 6:30 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6;
Agency Designated Representatives: Acting Assistant City Administrator Marisa Bermudez, Police Chief Todd Trayer, and Zachery Lopes, Burke Williams & Sorensen; Employee Organization: General Employees Unit, an Affiliated Unit of LiUNA, and Management Employees Unit, an Affiliated Unit of LiUNA
B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8:

Property: Sunset Center, 908 San Carlos Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea (APN: 010-143-001-000)
Agency negotiators: Acting City Administrator, City Attorney Negotiating parties: Sunset Cultural Center, Inc.

Under negotiation: Price and terms of lease

ADJOURNMENT
This agenda was posted at City Hall, 662 Monte Verde Street, Harrison Memorial Library, 345 Ocean Avenue, the Carmel-by-the-Sea Post Office, 56B 5th Street, and the City's webpage (http://www.ci.carmel.ca.us) in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED AFTER THE POSTING OF THE AGENDA Any correspondence or supplemental materials related to items on this agenda that are received after the agenda has been posted will be distributed to the City Council and made available for public review at City Hall, 662 Monte Verde Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea, during regular business hours. Written comments emailed to the City Clerk will not be read aloud, but will be posted online with the related agenda at: https://carmelbytheseaca.portal.civicclerk.com/.

SPECIAL NOTICES TO PUBLIC
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office at 831-620-2000 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting (28CFR

35.102-35.104 ADA Title II).

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
City Council
Staff Report
October 5, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Nova Romero, City Clerk
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Acting City Administrator SUBJECT: Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes for the August 31 and September 9, 2026 Special Meetings, and the September 1, 2026 Regular and Special Meetings
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Draft Minutes.

BACKGROUND / SUMMARY:

The City Council routinely approves minutes of its meetings.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

PRIOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION:

None.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. 8-31-2026 CC Special Meeting Minutes

2. 9-1-2026 CC Special Meeting Minutes

3. 9-9-2026 CC Special Meeting Minutes

4. 9-1-2026 CC Regular Meeting Minutes

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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
Monday, August 31, 2026

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Tour Roll call: Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Alissandra Dramov, and Mayor Dale Byrne were present. Recused: Mayor Pro Tem Delves.

TOUR OF INSPECTION - 2:30 PM
City Council conducted an on-site tour of inspection of the property listed below:

A. Carmelo Street 2 northeast of Ocean Avenue, Carmel (APP 26270 - McWhorter)

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL - CHAMBERS
Mayor Byrne called the meeting to order in Chambers at 3:03 p.m.

Roll call: Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Robert Delves, Alissandra Dramov, and Mayor Dale Byrne were present.

CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Buder pulled Item #2, and Councilmember Baron pulled item #4.

Public comment: None
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Delves to approve consent agenda items #1 and #3, seconded by Councilmember Buder, and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Item 1 - Approval of City Council Special Meeting Minutes of July 30, August 3, August 4, and August 14, and August 24, 2026, and City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of August 4, 2026 - Approved 5-0-0-0
Item 3 - July 2026 Check Register Summary - Approved 5-0-0-0

ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
Item 2 - July 2026 Monthly Reports
ATTACHMENT 1

City Council Meeting Minutes – August 31, 2026, Special Meeting

Councilmember Buder requested an update on the street address program, since the City Council Strategic Priorities list is included in the monthly reports. Acting Assistant City Administrator Marisa Bermudez reported that the County approved the city's street address map and that emergency services have been working on updating their systems. She announced that official address letters will be mailed out to residents in the coming weeks.

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Delves to approve consent agenda item #2, seconded by Councilmember Baron, and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Item 4 - Resolution 2026-061 Granting Pacific Repertory Theater a Partial Waiver of $100,000 in Building Permit Fees Associated with the Golden Bough Theater Renovation Project Councilmember Baron pulled this item from consent. He said that for the reasons he stated at the August 3rd meeting, he does not support giving a $100,000 fee waiver, and for that reason he will be voting no on this item.

Public comment: None
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Delves to adopt Resolution 2026-061 Granting Pacific Repertory Theater a Partial Waiver of $100,000 in Building Permit Fees Associated with the Golden Bough Theater Renovation Project, seconded by Councilmember Buder, and approved 4- 1-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: Councilmember Baron
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None

PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item 5 - Resolution 2026-063 - Consideration of an Appeal, APP 26270 (McWhorter) by Bruce and Linda Taylor, of the Planning Commission’s approval of a Final Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter), and Coastal Development Permit for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,555-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage, located at Carmelo Street 2 northeast of Ocean Ave in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. APN: 010-252-013-000. Proposed CEQA Action: Find the project categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) and Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and that none of the exceptions to the exemptions contained in Section 15300.2 can be made in this case.

ATTACHMENT 1

City Council Meeting Minutes – August 31, 2026, Special Meeting

Mayor Pro Tem Delves recused himself from this item due to the proximity of his home to the location of the property in the appeal and left the dais at 3:10 p.m.

Associate Planner Jacob Olander presented an overview of the project and appeal. He summarized the appellants’ concerns regarding the McWhorter project regarding the CEQA exemption, compliance with the Carmel Municipal Code, and the rooftop deck’s inconsistency with the Residential Design Guidelines. He also presented staff’s response to the appeal contentions.

Council asked questions of staff.

Public Comment:

Krista Ostoich, attorney for the appellant, addressed the Council Mr. Taylor
Eric Miller
Julie Culver
Linda Yellich
David Armenesco
Kristi Reimers
Chuck Najarian
Cindy Lloyd
Ian Martin
Nancy Twomey
Ken White
Victoria Beach
Krista Ostoich, rebuttal
RECESS
Council recessed at 4:30 p.m. and reconvened at 4:40 p.m.

Acting City Administrator Brandon Swanson introduced Stephen Velyvis of Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP, who addressed CEQA-related issues raised during public comment and responded to questions from Council.

Council discussed the appeal, including the applicability of CEQA. Council discussed the appeal and generally agreed that the rooftop deck raised concerns regarding privacy, views, and consistency with the Residential Design Guidelines.

Councilmembers Baron, Dramov, Buder, and Mayor Byrne supported granting the appeal as it relates to removing the rooftop deck from the project approval. Councilmember Baron also noted his agreement with the Planning Commission’s findings regarding CEQA and view impacts.

Councilmember Buder noted that the project was already in process when Council recently discussed changes to the City’s approach to ADU review, and Mayor Byrne clarified that the ATTACHMENT 1

City Council Meeting Minutes – August 31, 2026, Special Meeting

broader policy discussion regarding rooftop decks and ADUs would occur separately at a future meeting.

Motion by Councilmember Baron, to not adopt Reso 2026-063, to partially grant the appeal by denying the rooftop deck, and direct staff to return with a new Resolution that reflects the council’s decision, seconded by Councilmember Dramov, and approved 4-0-0-1 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Mayor Pro Tem Delves (recused)
Mayor Pro Tem Delves returned to the dais at 5:22 pm.

ORDERS OF BUSINESS
Item 6 - Resolution 2026-064 authorizing the City Administrator to purchase a G2 Fire Station Alerting System from U.S. Digital Designs for a cost not to exceed $174,000.

Acting Assistant City Administrator Marisa Bermudez gave a brief presentation on the G2 Fire Station Alerting System. Fire Chief Patrick Moore answered questions about the sole source justification.

Public Comment:

None
Motion by Councilmember Baron to adopt Resolution 2026-064 authorizing the City Administrator to purchase a G2 Fire Station Alerting System from U.S. Digital Designs for a cost not to exceed $174,000, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Delves, and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Item 7 - Resolution 2026-062 Appointing Three Members to the Building Code Board of Appeals for terms starting September 1, 2026
City Clerk Romero summarized that the Building Code Board of Appeals is a 7-member board consisting of 5 core member seats and 2 disabled access member seats. She said that the staff report recommendation today is to appoint Gerry Paratore as a disabled access member, to change Gail Lehman from a disabled access member to a core member, to fill the layperson seat, and to appoint Ethan Hare as a core member to fill the general contractor seat.

ATTACHMENT 1

City Council Meeting Minutes – August 31, 2026, Special Meeting

Public comment:

None
Mayor Pro Tem Delves and Mayor Byrne said the applicants they interviewed were all highly qualified and thanked everyone who applied.

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Delves to adopt Resolution 2026-062 Appointing Three Members to the Building Code Board of Appeals for terms starting September 1, 2026, seconded by Mayor Byrne, and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None

CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Brian Pierik read the closed session titles.

Public comment: None
A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6;
Agency Designated Representatives: Acting Assistant City Administrator Marisa Bermudez, Police Chief Todd Trayer, and Zachery Lopes, Burke Williams & Sorensen; Employee Organization: General Employees Unit, an Affiliated Unit of LiUNA, and Management Employees Unit, an Affiliated Unit of LiUNA
B. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: First Murphy House, 6th Avenue and Lincoln Street, Carmel, CA 93921 (APN 010-212-019-000, Block 54, Lot 15 & 17)
Agency negotiator: Acting City Administrator Brandon Swanson Negotiating parties: Carmel Heritage Society and Carmel Chamber of Commerce Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment for lease

ADJOURNMENT
Council moved to closed session at 5:37 p.m.

APPROVED: ATTEST:
________________________________ ______________________________ Dale Byrne, Mayor Nova Romero, MMC, City Clerk
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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 1, 2026

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Byrne called the meeting to order in Chambers at 3:32 p.m.

Roll call: Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Robert Delves, Alissandra Dramov, and Mayor Dale Byrne were present.

ORDERS OF BUSINESS
Item 1 – Discussion of letter from Vinz Koller received August 29, 2026 and request for direction from City Council
City Attorney Brian Pierik provided a summary regarding the closed session held on August 24, 2026, under Government Code Section 54957 concerning the Public Employee Appointment for the City Administrator position. He highlighted that before entering closed session at that meeting, Acting Assistant City Administrator Marisa Bermudez confirmed that public input on the recruitment process would take place during the September 1, 2026 Regular City Council meeting, following the release of the agenda packet on August 26, 2026, which contained a staff report and four attachments.

He further explained that on August 29, the City received correspondence from Vinz Koller alleging that discussing the recruitment brochure in closed session constituted a violation of the Brown Act. Mr. Pierik presented legal authority supporting the closed session under Government Code Section 54957 and emphasized that no formal action was taken by Council at that meeting.

He recommended that the City Council approve a motion confirming that the draft brochure and timeline remain open to revisions following public input on September 1, 2026, and grant authorization to the City Attorney to respond to Mr. Koller's letter, to cure the perceived Brown Act violation.

Public Comment:

Vinz Koller
Ian Martin
Councilmember Buder proposed holding the closed session discussion publicly so all attendees could hear it, which is what is planned during the item that is on the regular meeting agenda.

Councilmember Baron expressed concern that delaying the process would needlessly push back the timeline beyond the term of outgoing Councilmembers before the December election. He noted that the City Attorney confirmed no illegal action occurred that required curing.

ATTACHMENT 2

City Council Meeting Minutes – September 1, 2026, Special Meeting

Motion by Councilmember Buder, seconded by Councilmember Dramov, to set aside the recruiting brochure which was the product of two disputed closed sessions, and have the discussions that culminated in that brochure occur in public tonight in the regular Council meeting, including the recruitment timeline, the candidate profile, the projects to highlight and areas of focus for a new city administrator, and then have Wendi Brown create a brochure based on that public discussion and any individual conversations Wendi Brown had with the Mayor and Councilmembers. Motion was approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None

ADJOURNMENT
Council adjourned the meeting at 4:12 p.m.

APPROVED: ATTEST:
_______________________________ ______________________________ Dale Byrne, Mayor Nova Romero, MMC, City Clerk
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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, September 9, 2026

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Byrne called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.

Roll call: Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Robert Delves, Alissandra Dramov, and Mayor Dale Byrne were present.

ORDERS OF BUSINESS
Item 1 - Status of Recruitment for City Administrator and request for Council Direction Wendi Brown (WBCP) reported on the community input from the September 4th Community Forum regarding essential skills and traits for the new Carmel City Administrator, reviewed the draft recruitment brochure and outreach timeline, and requested Council direction on next steps.

Public comment:

Cindy Lloyd
Council thanked Ms. Brown and her team for leading an outstanding community workshop and for integrating the public’s input into the updated brochure and expressed appreciation to the community for participating. Councilmember Buder recommended highlighting the area's highly rated schools to assist in attracting top candidates and agreed with public comment regarding mentioning the great healthcare in the area.

Motion by Councilmember Dramov to approve the brochure with the minor changes referenced in their discussion, seconded by Councilmember Baron and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Dramov, Delves, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Council reviewed and discussed the recruitment schedule options, including opening and closing dates, shortlist closed session, round 1 and 2 interviews, background checks, and candidate negotiations.

ATTACHMENT 3

City Council Meeting Minutes – September 9, 2026 Special Meeting

Council provided consensus direction on the final recruitment schedule. Council agreed to provide the public with general updates on the recruitment timeline during the October and November Council meetings, ensuring candidate confidentiality is fully maintained.

ADJOURNMENT
Council adjourned the meeting at 12:52 p.m.

APPROVED: ATTEST:
_____________________________ ________________________________ Dale Byrne, Mayor Nova Romero, MMC, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT 3

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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, September 1, 2026

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Byrne called the meeting to order in Chambers at 4:32 p.m.

Roll call: Councilmembers Jeff Baron, Hans Buder, Robert Delves, Alissandra Dramov, and Mayor Dale Byrne were present.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Dramov led the pledge of allegiance.

EXTRAORDINARY BUSINESS
● Carmel High School Report Out: No report.
● Non-Profit Spotlight: Monterey Peninsula College presentation. ● Proclamation: Councilmember Dramov read and presented the Childhood Cancer Awareness Month proclamation to Allysa Gil-Ojeda, Outreach Specialist at Jacob’s Heart.

PUBLIC APPEARANCES
Cindy Lloyd
Tasha Witt
No name
Linda Califiore
Victoria Beach

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Acting City Administrator Brandon Swanson updated Council on 11th Avenue erosion repairs and 8th Avenue sand ramp/revetment work in preparation for Super El Niño. He introduced new Public Works Director Yanni Demitri, noted a conditional offer for the Community Planning and Building Director, and recognized Shari Carlet’s service as Acting Public Works Director and promotion to CIP Project Manager.

City Attorney - No announcements from last night’s closed session.

Councilmember Dramov added her thanks and appreciation to Shari and welcomed Yanni. She also thanked Public Works, Public Safety, and volunteers for their great work during Car Week.

She announced a Car Week listening session on Sat. 9/26 at Carpenter Hall and the 96th annual sandcastle contest on 9/19.

ATTACHMENT 4

City Council Meeting Minutes – September 1, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting

Mayor Byrne announced that at the Special meeting yesterday, appointments were made to fill the remaining open seats on the Building Code Board of Appeals, and we now have all of our boards and commission seats completely filled.

PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item 1 – Resolution 2026-066 adopting the revised Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027 Fee Schedule for Citywide services
Finance Manager Jayme Fields presented the proposed updates to the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Master Fee Schedule, which was previously reviewed during the public hearing on August 4, 2026. She outlined key modifications resulting from Council direction, including: implementation of a new pressure washing encroachment permit fee, clarification of library printing fee language, and adjustment of the overtime parking citation structure to $48 for the first violation, $60 for the second, and $80 for the third within a six-month period. She summarized that adoption of Resolution 2026-066 formally approves the revised fee schedule for citywide services, and the new schedule will go into effect 60 days after it is adopted.

Public comment:

Nancy Twomey
Councilmember Buder agreed with public comments favoring regular city sidewalk power washing and suggested a future discussion on providing this service.

Motion by Councilmember Baron to adopt Resolution 2026-066 adopting the revised Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027 Fee Schedule for Citywide services as presented, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Delves, and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Item 2 – Adoption of Urgency Ordinance 2026-004 Establishing Interim Home Hardening Regulations Citywide
Acting City Administrator Brandon Swanson outlined the purpose of the Urgency Ordinance, explaining that it provides interim home hardening measures designed to enhance wildfire resilience while long-term regulations are being established, in line with Council's direction from last month’s meeting.

Public comment:

Nancy Twomey
Tasha Witt
ATTACHMENT 4

City Council Meeting Minutes – September 1, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Delves to adopt Urgency Ordinance 2026-004 Establishing Interim Home Hardening Regulations Citywide, seconded by Councilmember Dramov, and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
RECESS
Council recessed at 5:25 p.m. and reconvened at 5:35 p.m.

ORDERS OF BUSINESS
Item 3 – Receive an update regarding the status of the City Administrator recruitment; provide direction to staff regarding the recruitment process, schedule, and next steps; and consider adoption of Resolution 2026-067 establishing a revised salary range for the City Administrator position.

City Attorney Pierik summarized Council’s direction from the Special Meeting to set aside the previous recruitment brochure draft and hold public discussions on the timeline, candidate profile, key focus areas, and salary range before revising the brochure with consultant Wendi Brown.

Wendi Brown (WBCP) presented recruitment options, covering timelines, scheduling, salary benchmarks, and brochure content. Councilmember Buder presented a revised timeline, providing slide copies to Council and the public. Council discussed the timeline options, and City Attorney Pierik noted that salaries can only be discussed during Regular Council meetings.

Public comment:

Ian Martin
Mayor Pro Tem Delves favored Option 1 ("extended recruitment") with initial Zoom interviews so the current Council could select the City Administrator before elections.

Councilmember Baron suggested shortening the application period for a Nov. 3 salary check-in, though Councilmembers Buder and Dramov cautioned against limiting the candidate pool.

Recruitment consultant Wendi Brown noted a shortened window remained feasible without significantly impacting applicant numbers. Council concluded that an established salary range made a Nov. 3 open session salary check-in unnecessary, and forming an ad hoc will help move the process forward without the need for additional meetings.

By consensus, Council:
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Delves and Councilmember Buder to an ad hoc recruitment committee.

ATTACHMENT 4

City Council Meeting Minutes – September 1, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting

• Selected Option 1 with modifications for the recruitment schedule. • Scheduled a Special Meeting for Wednesday, Sept. 9, to approve the final recruitment brochure.

RECESS
Council recessed at 7:32 p.m. and reconvened at 7:53 p.m.

Ms. Brown resumed the presentation on market compensation, recommending raising the maximum salary to median market levels to attract qualified candidates.

Public comment:

Nancy Twomey
Victoria Beach
Carolyn Hardy
Kelly Brezoczky
Mayor Pro Tem Delves and Councilmembers Dramov and Buder supported raising the salary ceiling to remain competitive, noting new hires do not automatically start at maximum pay.

Councilmember Baron opposed a $330,000 maximum, citing budget constraints and preferring an emerging administrator over executive-level candidates. Mayor Byrne stressed that high city manager turnover nationwide requires competitive compensation to secure top talent.

Motion by Councilmember Buder to adopt Resolution 2026-067 establishing a revised salary range of $280,000 to $330,000 annually for the City Administrator position, seconded by Mayor Byrne, and approved 4-1-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: Councilmember Baron
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Ms. Brown summarized candidate profile qualities developed from Council feedback.

Public comment:

Cindy Lloyd
Nancy Twomey
Ian Martin
Victoria Beach
Carolyn Hardy
Councilmember Baron requested that brochure photos include varied local architecture and residential neighborhoods rather than solely commercial and beach areas. Mayor Pro Tem Delves emphasized proven leadership and experience over specific technical degrees or geography.

ATTACHMENT 4

City Council Meeting Minutes – September 1, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting

Councilmember Buder emphasized candidate track record, relationship-building skills, and commitment to preserving Carmel's historic character. Councilmember Dramov concurred. Mayor Byrne supported strong communication and execution skills, agreeing with Baron on brochure imagery.

Ms. Brown received feedback from Council regarding the brochure.

Item 4 – Receive a report and provide Direction Regarding the Development of a Streetscape Plan for Downtown
Council gave consensus direction to continue this item to next month due to the lateness of the evening.

Item 5 – Resolution 2026-065 approving the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 At-Will (Unrepresented) Compensation and Benefits Plan, including a 0% cost-of-living adjustment, a reduction in employee CalPERS retirement contributions, and special market equity adjustments for certain classifications.

Acting Assistant City Administrator Bermudez presented the At-Will (Unrepresented) Compensation and Benefits Plan amendment for FY 26-27, noting a 0% COLA, a 3% CalPERS contribution reduction matching the Police Officers Association agreement, and salary range updates for specific below-market positions.

Public comment: None
Councilmember Baron supported range increases provided pay advancement remains performance-based. Mayor Pro Tem Delves supported market-median adjustments and noted the CalPERS reduction provides net compensation gains without affecting retirement benefits.

Councilmembers Buder and Dramov suggested establishing distinct salary bands for each position rather than tying administrative roles to public safety classifications.

Motion by Councilmember Baron to adopt Resolution 2026-065 approving the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 At-Will (Unrepresented) Compensation and Benefits Plan, including a including a 0% cost-of-living adjustment, 3% reduction in employee CalPERS retirement contributions, and special market equity adjustments for certain classifications, with the caveat that the salary range isn’t an automatic pay raise unless the employee at the bottom of their salary range, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Delves, and approved 5-0-0-0 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers Baron, Buder, Delves, Dramov, and Mayor Byrne NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTACHMENT 4

City Council Meeting Minutes – September 1, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None

ADJOURNMENT
Council adjourned the meeting at 9:44 p.m.

APPROVED: ATTEST:
___________________________________ _____________________________ Dale Byrne, Mayor Nova Romero, MMC, City Clerk
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City Council
Staff Report
October 5, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Nova Romero, City Clerk
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Acting City Administrator SUBJECT: August 2026 Monthly Reports
RECOMMENDATION:

Review and receive monthly reports.

The City Council Priorities list (updated on August 17, 2026) is now included in the monthly reports as Attachment 6.

BACKGROUND / SUMMARY:

This is a monthly series of reports:
• City Administrator Contract Log
• Community Planning and Building Department Reports
• Police, Fire, and Ambulance Reports
• Public Records Act Requests
• Public Works Department Reports
• City Council Priorities List - updated August 17, 2026 FISCAL IMPACT:

None for this action.

PRIOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION:

None for this action.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. City Administrator Contract Log - August 2026

2. Community Planning and Building Department Reports - August 2026

3. Fire and Ambulance Report - August 2026

4. Public Records Act Requests - August 2026

5. Public Works Department Reports - August 2026

6. Council Strategic Priorities Tracker (Updated 9-29-26)

City Administrator Contract Log FY 2026-2027
(Contracts under $60,000)
August 2026
Date entered
Into Contractor Contract Amount Purpose
8/4/2026 WBCP Inc. $31,000 City Administrator Executive Recruitment Services
ATTACHMENT 1

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Monthly Report
Community Planning and Building Department
AUGUST 2026 – DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT
I. PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

In August 2026, 40 planning permit applications were received.

II. BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS:

In August 2026, 6 business license applications were received.

III. BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

In August 2026, 52 building permit applications were received.

IV. CODE COMPLIANCE CASES:

In August 2026, 29 new code compliance cases were created.

V. TRANSIENT RENTAL COMPLIANCE CASES:

In August 2026, 2 new transient rental compliance cases were created.

VI. ENCROACHMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

In August 2026, 27 encroachment permit applications were received.

VII. TREE PERMIT APPLICATIONS:

In August 2026, 28 tree permit applications were received.

TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Shelby Gorman, Administrative Coordinator SUBMITTED ON: September 1, 2026
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Interim City Administrator ATTACHMENT 2

VIII. YEAR-TO-DATE TRENDS
Table 1 includes the following August 2026 totals:
• Planning Permit Applications
• Business License Applications
• Building Permit Applications
• Code Compliance Cases
• Transient Rental Cases
• Encroachment Permit Applications
• Tree Permit Applications
August 2026 totals are provided alongside August 2025 totalsfor comparison. Compared to the same time period in the year 2025, Table 1 denotes percentage changes in the year 2026.

Table 1
Permit Application Totals and YTD Percentage Changes

PLANNING BUSINESS

LICENSES BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE

TRANSIENT
RENTAL

COMPLIANCE
ENCROACHMENTS
TREE

REMOVAL &

PRUNING
2025 YTD
Totals 260 31 396 151 14 162 240
2026 YTD
Totals 324 45 416 241 7 213 203
YTD %
Difference +24.62% +45.16% +5.05% +59.60% -50.00% +31.48% -15.42% ATTACHMENT 2

Permit # Permit Type Permit Identifier Track Project Description Address/Location Date Received
Date
Approved
Status
26324 Design Study DS 26324 (Guidi) Two PSA 26142

1. Add new 462 sf 2nd floor addition w/ a 347 sf
new deck. 2. remodel main floor with new stairs to
new 2nd floor.

NE corner of Ocean Ave. &
Carpenter St.

In Review
26323 Design Study DS 26323 (Fortune) Two PSA 26144

1. Add 195 SF to main Floor & remodel kitchen /
baths. 2. Add new 404 SF 2nd floor w/ 77 sf new
deck.

Ocean 2 NE of Carpenter 8/31/2026 In Review
26322 Design Study DS 26322 (Coria) Streamlined Extension of deck steps to accomodate A/C units & reduction of tire track driveway.

Mission 3 NE of 10th 8/31/2026 In Review
26321 Design Study DS 26321 (Cioffi) Two PSA 25013

1. CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SINGLE FAMILY

DWELLING, N A VACANT LOT, TWO-STORY WITH A
BASEMENT AND AN ATTACHED ONE-CAR GARAGE.

2. TREE REMOVAL PER PLANS

3. GRADING PER CIVIL PLANS
SW Corner of Vizcaino &
Mountain View / 780
Mountain View Ave
Pending
Assignment
26320 Historic Evaluation HE 26320 (McWalters) HISTORIC EVALUATION - Initial Scenic 2 NE of 11th 8/27/2026 In Review 26319 Design Study DS 26319 (Garcia) One ASSOCIATED APPLICATION: HE 26318. Reroof:

Remove composition shingle and replace with Davinci
faux slate material (Inspire).

Santa Rita 2 SW of 2nd In Review
26318 Historic Evaluation HE 26318 (Garcia) HISTORIC EVALUATION - Initial.

Proposed Project: Reroof. Remove composition
shingle and replace with Davinci faux slate material
(Inspire).

Santa Rita 2 SW of 2nd 8/24/2026 In Review
26317 Design Review DR 26317 (Pine Inn) One Repave existing sidewalks. Some planter walls to be replaced with new antique brick paving. Steps to
main entrance to be rebuilt in-kind. Relocate planter
beds. New plantings. Some trees to be removed.

Repair some landscape walls. Repair steel
handrailing, entire length of Monte Verde sidewalk.

Repave all four corners of sidewalks at street
intersections. Repave interior courtyard and
breezeways. SEE PROJECT DESCRIPTION for more
details.

NE Corner of Monte Verde
and Ocean Ave
8/21/2026 In Review
26316 Historic Evaluation HE 26316 (Bayer) HISTORIC EVALUATION - Initial.

Proposed Project: Tear off existing shake roof. Install new underlayment. Install 2,000 SQ FT of
CertainTeed Landmark TL shingles in the color
"Shenandoah."
Camino Real 2 SW 10th 8/20/2026 Closed
Planning Permit Report
08/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

26315 Use Permit UP 26315 (Small
Batch Jam Co.)
ASSOCIATED PERMIT: BL 26037.

Proposed operation of a specialty food retail store
offering prepackaged, shelf-stable artisan jams,
preserves, marmalades, jellies, fruit syrups and
related gift items. Products will be manufactured and
packaged off-site and delivered to the store for retail sale. No on-site food preparation, cooking, or
manufacturing is proposed.

SW Corner of 7th Avenue &
San Carlos, Hampton Court,
Suite 3
8/18/2026 In Review
26314 Design Study DS 26314
(Sakopoulos) VOID
Two ASSOCIATED APPLICATIONS: DS 23-293 & PSA 23-
061.

This is a resubmittal of changes to a previous Track
Two Design submittal.

The project is the addition of a 250 SF
Garage/Bicycle Storage building to be added to the
7098 SF property. The property includes an existing
1,206 S.F. Main House and a 359 S.F. Guest House.

The only change to the Main House is a new 3'-0" x
61-8'' 'Dutch' front door. The project includes
conversion of the 369 SF Guest House to an
Accessory Dwelling Unit.

Lobos St. 2 NE of 4th Ave. Closed
26313 Historic Evaluation HE 26313 (Benefacio,
LLC)
HISTORIC EVALUATION - INITIAL.

PROPOSED PROJECT - REROOF: 1. Tear off existing
wood shake roofing down to bare wood sheeting and
remove all debris the premises. 2. Replace
damaged/rotted wood sheathing. 3. Install CeDUR
Synthetic shake at 9” or 10” exposure straight course
layup method to the weather manufacturer
specifications. CeDUR shake to be fastened in place
with stainless steel ring shank nails. 4. Install one
layer of CertainTeed winterguard HT or Titanium selfadhered water proofing membrane at entire roof. 5.

Install one layer of Echo Chief solar hide
underlayment under shake roofing per manufacture
specifications. 6. Install new copper pipes, copper
vent and copper roof edging metal and copper
valleys at roof. Install new rubber compression
collars at plumbing pipes 7. Supply and install new oHagin eyebrow vents to properly ventilate attic space at sheetrock dropped ceiling sections.
8th 2 SW of San Antonio 8/14/2026 In Review
26312 Design Study DS 26312
(Teodorovic)
Two PSA 26079
Remodel and addition to (e) single-family residence.

New 1-car detached garage. Outdoor improvements
with built-in BBQ, fountain, gas fire pit, and hot tub. 8th 2 SE of Forest 8/3/2026 In Review
26311 Landscape Plan
Check/Inspection
LD 26311 (Metcalf) Decrease in landscaping plan Torres St 4 SE of 4th In Review Page: 2 of 6
ATTACHMENT 2

26310 Temporary Use
Permit
TUP 26310 (Grasing's) DATE & TIME: Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 7:15 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

DESCRIPTION: Temporary event including
background music provided by solo guitarist with
small speaker to play easy-listening music for 17
guests.

OTHER: This is planned by a third party, Releve
Unlimited for Storck.

NW corner of 6th & Mission 8/24/2026 8/26/2026 Approved 26309 Design Study DS 26309 (Alexander) 135 SQ FT fungus damage repair to existing single family residence to include removal of the east
exterior wall of the living room to be rebuilt to match existing. Replace the 2 wood windows with new
wood windows. Color and materials to match existing.
2nd Avenue 2 SE of Junipero 7/29/2026 Closed
26308 Historic Evaluation HE 26308 (Tally Ho
Inn)
HISTORIC EVALUATION - Initial. Original structure
fronting Monte Verde was built in 1949. Proposed
Project: two decks in the inner courtyard need
repairs to the walking surfaces, deck joists and guard
railing caused from termites and dry rot. The
finished product will match the existing conditions.

Monte Verde 2 NW of Ocean In Review
26307 Design Study DS 26307 (Delimon) One Adjustment to site coverage plan for approved plan DS 24322 (Delimon).

San Carlos 5 NW of 3rd In Review
26306 Design Study DS 26306 (Lewis) One Add new 10' x 10' wooden deck; add new 5' x 6'8" double doors; add two (2) 2' x 5' side windows
Monte Verde 4 NE of 4th 9/1/2026 In Review
26305 Authorized Work AW 26305 (Smith) Replacement of all exterior windows and doors in likefor-like sizing in Marvin Ultimate Casement narrow frame exterior color "Suede".

Scenic 2 SE 10th 8/17/2026 8/17/2026 Approved
26304 Design Study DS 26304 (Player) One (1) Replace original failed fence on First Ave. side of property with1x6 Redwood common rough dog-eared
with daylight between boards. Gates at garage door
and kitchen door to match fence, and arbor gate at
front entrance. All gates to be 3 ft. wide. (2) Replace original failed fence on Santa Fe Street side of
property with privet hedging. (3) Succulents, ferns
and lavender planting next to fence and hedge in
right-of-way. (4) Crushed decomposed granite
pathway at front arbor gate entrance to front stairs.
(5) Gravel driveway from in front of detached garage
to First Ave. No site coverage is being added.

NE Corner of Santa Fe & 1st In Review
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ATTACHMENT 2

26303 Design Study DS 26303 (Equity
Trust Co.)
Two SUBSTANTIAL REMODEL AND ADDITION TO AN

EXISTING TWO-BEDROOM, ONE-BATHROOM
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE. THE PROPOSED WORK
INCLUDES TWO (2) ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS,
THREE (3) ADDITIONAL BATHROOMS, AND

ASSOCIATED SITE, LANDSCAPE, GRADING, AND
DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS. THE COMPLETED
RESIDENCE WILL INCLUDE FOUR (4) BEDROOMS
AND FOUR (4) BATHROOMS
SE Corner of Flanders and
Vizcaino / 760 Flanders way
In Review
26302 Notice of Exempt
Work
EW 26302 (Veronis) Exterior repaint of body, trim, and fence. Colors will be same as existing. Sherwin Williams Chestnut,
color matched from existing piece. Trim is Swiss
Coffee same as existing.

Monte Verde 3 SE of 7th 8/13/2026 8/13/2026 Approved
26301 Design Study DS 26301 (Wagner &
Balch Trust)
One Tear down existing garage and attached shed and
build new garage and shed in existing location.

Upgrade existing 100 AMP panel located on home to
a 200 AMP panel and relocate to side of garage.

SW Corner of 10th and Monte
Verde, Carmel, CA
8/20/2026 In Review
26300 Design Study DS 26300 (Massoudi) One Proposed bathroom addition to the existing singlefamily residence, with minor associated exterior modifications as shown on the plans. No change in
residential use.

Santa Fe 2 NE of 4th Avenue,
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Incomplete
Submission
26299 Design Study DS 26299 (Robison) One Installation of new cedar grape stake fences and accompanying gates. Main entry gate to be
fabricated from redwood with a painted/stained
finish, side entry gate to be fabricated from cedar
grape stakes. Install dry stack stone wall to retain
grade off of front brick patio to increase usability of the space.

Scenic 3 SE of 8th In Review
26298 Design Study DS 26298 (Holmes) One Scope is limited to exterior finishes alterations; no expansion of the existing building footprint is
proposed. Work includes:Installation of stone veneer
on the east facade, wrapping the corner to the west
side of the fireplace, and along the north facade to
just beyond the first window. Replacement of the
remaining existing board-and-batten siding with
stucco on the side and rear facades. Replacement of
exterior light fixtures. Existing wood windows and
trim to remain and be repainted. Existing wood entry
and garage doors to remain.

SANTA FE 4 SW OF 8TH 8/18/2026 In Review
26297 Design Study DS 26297 (Libreri) One Reroof of historic property. Replace existing wood shakes with Brava synthetic Cedar shakes.

SAN ANTONIO 1 NW of 9TH
AVE
In Review
26296 Design Study DS 26296 (Dutto) One Remove section of stone driveway. Add 6-foot good neighbor fence, which is 8" inside the property line
and within the 15-foot front setback from front
property line. Plant lower-canopy trees and flower
garden.

Camino Real 4 NW of 11th 8/4/2026 In Review
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ATTACHMENT 2

26295 Preliminary Site
Assessment
PSA 26295 (Laney) Remodel (E) 712-SQ-FT house & add 886-SQ-FT ADU. ADU and main residence, one building. Total
proposed square footage: 1,800, including garage.

Santa Rita 2 SW of 4th In Review
26294 Design Study DS 26294 (Equity
Trust Co.)
Two TRACK 2 DESIGN STUDY FOR A SUBSTANTIAL
REMODEL AND ADDITION TO AN EXISTING SINGLEFAMILY RESIDENCE, INCLUDING A NEW UPPER

LEVEL, ATTACHED BASEMENT GARAGE, TWO

ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS, THREE ADDITIONAL

BATHROOMS, ONE OFFICE, AND ASSOCIATED SITE
AND LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS.

Flanders 2 SE of Vizcaino /
1019 Acacia Way
In Review
26293 Design Study DS 26293 (Maurutto) Two Associated Permit: PSA 26113 (Maurutto).

Construction of a new 247 SF detached garage to
replace an existing parking pad in the side yard
setback.

NE corner of Mountain View
Avenue and Guadalupe
In Review
26292 Design Study DS 26292 (Guyer) Two Track 2 Design Study for the expansion of an existing single family residence. New 2nd story addition and
basement addition. New roof, exterior materials,
doors and windows. Extend existing detached garage.

Ocean Avenue 2 NE of Santa
Rita Street
Corrections
Required
26291 Design Study DS 26291 (Bonner) One Converting ex. carport to garage, new fencing at front yard, landscaping at front yard and ROW,
repaint house in new colors
25905 Junipero Street 8/7/2026 In Review
26290 Design Study DS 26290 (Falworth) One Addition of stone veneer accents on home Lopez 8 SE of 2nd In Review 26289 Planning Permit
Revision
DS 26289 (Comeau &
Meyrose)
One Landscape Site Coverage Revision Santa Fe 3 NE of 5th 8/4/2026 In Review 26288 Landscape Plan
Check/Inspection
LD 26288 (Weinberg) Streamlined Landscaping in right of way: 1 x 15 gal iceberg rose, 5 x 5 gal Carmel creeper, 8 x 5 gal lavender, 6 x 5
gal rosemary, 3 x 5 gal trumpet vine, 5 x 5 gal sage.

Santa Fe 5 NE of 4th 8/6/2026 8/19/2026 Approved
26287 Design Study DS 26287 (Hoefer) One project to replace exterior windows with aluminum clad windows (in "the perfect white"), front door and
garage door (in an opaque cedar color) by Sierra
Pacific, refacing of existing stone elements with a
natural stone veneer, installation of a wood trellis
over garage and entry painted "dark bronze",
replacement of existing skylights and installation of
automatic darkening shades, installation of exterior
downlights near doorways and walkways, with
exterior paint remaining the existing color
Dolores 3 NE of 10th Ave. 8/11/2026 9/3/2026 Approved
26286 Historic Evaluation HE 26286 (Carmel
Residence LLC)
Historic evaluation of lots 10 & 8 (017 & 012) Dolores 4 SE of 12th Avenue In Review 26285 Historic Evaluation HE 26285 (Carmel
Residence LLC)
Historic Evaluation for lots 8 & 10 (012 & 017) Dolores 5 SE of 12th Avenue 8/5/2026 In Review Page: 5 of 6
ATTACHMENT 2

Total Records: 40 9/14/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

Entity # Application
Type
Business Description Location Date
Received
Date
Approved
Status
26045 Ownership
Change
Short-term Rental, one (1) unit, BL 21-
020
San Carlos 3 SE of 7th, Upper
Unit
In Review
26044 New Business Retail sales: stationery, paper goods, cards, notebooks, pens, etc.

San Carlos 2 SE of 7th, Suite 1 8/16/2026 Corrections
Required
26043 New Business Real estate broker San Carlos 2 NW of 8th 7/27/2026 In Review 26042 New Business Art gallery, art special events, art sales Lincoln 4 NE of 7th 8/12/2026 Corrections Required
26041 New Business Property Management Dolores & 7th 8/7/2026 Final Inspection
Pending
26040 New Business Administrative and home health services Dolores 2 NE of 1st Incomplete Application
Total Records: 6 9/14/2026
Business License Report
Fairy Post Paper Goods, LLC
Christie's Int'l Real Estate
Sereno
1UV Gallery Studio
Carmel Exclusives
Coastal Wound Care and
Physical Therapy
08/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
Business Name
Inga Zukin
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ATTACHMENT 2

Permit # Date
Submitted
Date
Approved
Project Description Valuation Permit Type Property Location 260416 8/31/2026 Interior remodel of kitchen and two bathrooms. Vault interior ceilings to add new skylights, relocate laundry to new hall closet. 75,000 Building Santa Rita 2 SW of 3rd
260415 8/31/2026 8/31/2026 Tear off existing wood shakes, install new underlayment and install new DaVinci synthetic shake roofing. Roof to be class "A" fire rated and in color "Chesapeake".
85,000 Roofing San Antonio 2 SW of 7th
260414 8/31/2026 Emergency work permit for water/sewage damage repair in bathroom area only. Remove drywall, carpet, flooring, and tub to accomplish work.
20,000 Building SE Corner of Forest & 8th
260413 8/31/2026 8/31/2026 Replacement of main electrical panel and interior sub panel in-kind. 5,000 Electrical NW Corner of Dolores & 11th 260412 8/28/2026 Convert (E) 219 s.f. detached garage into (N) ADU 65,000 Building NW Corner of 11th & Camino Real 260411 8/28/2026 8/28/2026 Remove existing roof and install new UHDZ composition roofing in color "Pewter Gray".
20,000 Roofing San Carlos 4 NW of 11th
260410 8/26/2026 8/26/2026 Install new tankless water heater and service. Change approx 80' of water line under home.
8,000 Plumbing Camino Real 4 SW of 2nd
260409 8/26/2026 Electrical Panel Upgrade and EV Charging Station 260,000 Electrical SW Corner of Torres & 3rd 260408 8/25/2026 8/25/2026 Replace water heater - Install 40 gallon Bradford White water heater - in pan with drain and T & P to daylight.
2,500 Plumbing SW Corner of Monte Verde & 10th
260407 8/26/2026 8/26/2026 Gas meter relocation. 6,500 Plumbing Rio 2 NW of Santa Lucia 260406 8/25/2026 Repair to driveway and fence, gas meter relocation, and installation of new stained glass window in existing window.
50,000 Building Rio 2 NW of Santa Lucia
260405 8/24/2026 8/24/2026 Remove electric fireplace and wood surround. Terminate electrical line feed at interior wall with junction box and receptacle. 1,000 Building Santa Fe 3 SW of Mountain View
260404 8/24/2026 Removal of existing 531sf tiled roof deck, flat roof structure, and cable railing system. Install new 531sf deck consisting of new porcelain pavers on raised perastals over new sloped roof structure and new cable railing system.
55,500 Building Monte Verde 3 SW of 5th
260403 8/21/2026 9/2/2026 Waterproofing replacement and structural repairs to wood elevated elements.
500,000 Building Carmel Plaza - SEC of Ocean Ave &
Mission St
260402 8/21/2026 Repair rotted posts and framing members of approximately 34' of fence. Fence height varies between 7' and 8' in height. No change to height or design are proposed.
0 Exempt Work 4920 Monterey St
260401 8/21/2026 Replace existing skylight, install new skylight 2,000 Building Mountain View 2 SE of Guadalupe 260400 8/21/2026 Repipe sewer lines under the house. 18,429 Plumbing Lincoln 3 NE of Santa Lucia 260399 8/20/2026 8/21/2026 Reroofing of entire roof from existing wood shingles to Sheffield Metals 15" wide snap-lock metal roof panels in the color "Medium Bronze" over new 1/2 OSR plywood.
137,000 Roofing Carmelo 2 SW of 4th
Building Permit Report
08/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

260398 8/18/2026 Excavation and extension of existing walkout basement to create new 788sf ADU.
500,000 Building Casanova 9 NE of Ocean
260397 8/20/2026 Construction of an 800sf ADU with a rooftop garden over proposed ADU.
500,000 Building Scenic 5 NW of 8th
260396 8/20/2026 8/20/2026 Install new roofing underlayment and keep existing tile and preplace broken tile where necessary
15,000 Roofing Junipero 2 SW of Vista
260395 8/19/2026 8/20/2026 Tear off existing wood shake roof. Install new underlayment, and new Cedur Synthetic Shake roof in color "Walden".
128,804 Roofing Lincoln 4 SE of 13th
260394 8/19/2026 8/25/2026 Remove existing brown comp and gray cap sheet roof and replace with new CertainTeed Presidential TL roof in color "Country Gray" and IB 60 Mil PVC in color "Gray" with silicone adhesive and gravel surfacing.
24,000 Building Palou 3 NW of Casanova
260393 8/19/2026 8/19/2026 Minor interior TI to include: refinishing and staining existing hardwood floors, replace fitting room doors, interior paint, replace clothing displays and racks, and replacement of carpet in fitting rooms.
0 Exempt Work SE Corner of Dolores & Ocean
260392 8/19/2026 9/9/2026 Installation of one Tesla Powerwall 3 and two Tesla Powerwall 3 expansion packs.
44,700 Electrical NW Corner of Carmelo & 8th
260391 8/18/2026 8/19/2026 Upgrade existing 100amp electrical main panel to 200 amps. 2,500 Electrical Pine Ridge 2 SE of Forest 260390 8/18/2026 Remove approximately 10'x10' section of roof to frame two new 25 1/2" x 49 1/2" Velux Solar Skylights.
14,375 Building Santa Fe 4 NW of 2nd
260389 8/18/2026 8/18/2026 Remove existing brown cedar shake roof and replace with new class "A" Brava Shakes in color "Natural Cedar".
115,000 Roofing NE Corner of San Carlos & 12th
260388 8/18/2026 8/20/2026 Remove and replace an existing grease and install one new grease trap.
2,500 Plumbing NW Corner of Junipero & 5th
260387 8/18/2026 8/21/2026 Repipe of two bathrooms and kitchen. Installation of new water heater with whole house water filtration system.
18,627 Plumbing San Carlos 4 SE of 1st
260386 8/18/2026 Installation of new gas firepit and seating in rear yard. 8,000 Building Casanova 4 SW of 4th 260385 8/18/2026 Horizontal addition to relocate 1st floor stairs and bathroom.

Horizontal addition to provide attached side garage. New trellises and deck. Interior alterations along with new roof dormer. 1,500,000 Building Casanova 9 NE of Ocean
260384 8/14/2026 8/14/2026 Emergency water service replacement 6,746 Plumbing Monterey 2 NE of 2nd 260383 8/12/2026 8/13/2026 R&R 80K BTU FURNACE 7,364 Mechanical SE CORNER OF SANTA RITA AND 6TH 260382 8/12/2026 8/12/2026 This approval authorizes a project to replace all the existing wood windows with Fibrex windows in the existing openings located at Monte Verde 2 SE of 7th in the R-1 District and, APN:
010192014000 as depicted in the plans stamped approved by Community Planning and Building Department on 08/06/2026 unless modifiedby the conditions of approval contained herein. 0 Exempt Work
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ATTACHMENT 2

260381 8/12/2026 8/28/2026 Tear off existing shake roof. Install new underlayment. Install 2,000 sq ft of CertainTeed Landmark TL shingles in the color Shenandoah. 44,733 Roofing Camino Real 2 SW 10th
260380 8/11/2026 Remodeling Interior of Existing 46 Seat Restaurant. Removal of Existing Wall Mounted Electrical Outlets in Dining Room; Installation of New 38” High Bar Counter; (1) 3-Compartment Bar Sink; New 110V and 230V Electrical Outlets; (3) Ceiling Fans and New Track Lighting. Existing Kitchen and Back of House Service Area to Remain the Same. Installation of New 8” Thick Fiberglass Batt Insulation on Interior of Existing Sloped Ceiling and Finish with New 1x6 Tongue and Groove Cedarwood Planking on Underside of Existing Roof Rafters.
85,000 Building SW Corner of San Carlos & 6th
260379 8/18/2026 Interior tenant improvement of existing lease space in multi-tenant building - ice cream shop.
75,000 Building SW Corner of Ocean & San Carlos
260378 8/10/2026 9/2/2026 Replacement of a 36" high wood balcony guard railing with a new 42" guardrail. Replacement of existing wood entry gate and metal handrails at front walkway.
10,000 Building Lincoln 3 NE of 13th
260377 8/10/2026 9/2/2026 Kitchen and bathroom remodel to include new electrical outlets, new lights, new water fixtures, and appliances.
25,000 Building SW Corner of San Carlos & 10th
260376 8/10/2026 9/8/2026 Residential rooftop solar PV installation w/ paired battery storage 7,730 Electrical Carmelo 2 SE of 4th 260375 8/7/2026 8/10/2026 Remove and replace customer supplied 40 gallon water heater gas 1,500 Plumbing 10th 2 NW of Dolores 260374 8/6/2026 8/6/2026 add surge breaker in (2) panels, add arch fault protection in (3) panels at existing locations where possible
10,000 Electrical Dolores 3 NW of 4th
260373 8/6/2026 8/6/2026 125 amp main panel replacement like for like 4,000 Electrical Monte Verde 2 NE 13th 260372 3/25/2025 3/25/2025 Exploratory demolition of deck over living space to locate water intrusion.

CONDITION: WORK TO BE EXPLORATORY ONLY, LIMITED TO
100SF OR LESS OF REMOVAL. NO CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR

AUTHORIZED UNTIL BUILDING DEPARTMENT HAS BEEN
CONTACTED.
1,500 Demolition SE Corner of Carmelo & 7th
260371 8/5/2026 8/6/2026 Tear off the existing wood shake roof and install all new Davinci Multiwidth synthetic shake in color "Tahoe".
63,000 Roofing SW Corner of Torres & 1st
260370 8/5/2026 MAIN FLOOR ADDITION (644 SF), NEW EXTERIOR DOORS & WINDOWS, REMODEL (1,856 SF), NEW ROOF, NEW PAVER
DRIVEWAY, WALKS AND PATIO (445 SF), REMOVE (3) TREES.
680,000 Building 25988 RIDGEWOOD ROAD
260369 8/4/2026 9/9/2026 Phase 1 fire sprinkler upgrade project. Provide screening for new fire sprinkler equipment including new fire riser cabinets and access doors.
75,000 Building NE Corner of Ocean & Monte Verde
260368 8/4/2026 Repair front porch framing. Existing posts and portion of the roof frame are rotted and require repair.
6,000 Building 3050 Rio Road
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ATTACHMENT 2

260367 8/4/2026 8/4/2026 Remove and replace a 40 gallon water heater in-kind. 4,500 Plumbing NW Corner of Camino Real & 11th 260366 8/3/2026 8/18/2026 Painting of interior walls in color "Navajo White" and buffing/cleaning of existing floor finish.
0 Exempt Work Dolores 2 NE of 7th
260365 8/3/2026 8/3/2026 Replacement of main electrical panel in-kind. 100amp to 100amp. 2,500 Electrical Flanders 2 SE of Vizcaino Total Records: 52 9/14/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

Case # Case Date Status Location Problem Description Date Received
Date Closed
26241 8/29/2026 Open Carmelo 4 NE of Ocean Overgrown vegetation creating potential fire hazard and rodent harborage
8/28/2026
26240 8/29/2026 Open 6th 2 SW of Carpenter Fence has potentially been built above height limit approved on plans
8/26/2026
26239 8/29/2026 Open 7th between Monte Verde and Lincoln Grey Toyota Tundra blocking public right-of-way 8/28/2026 26238 8/29/2026 Open Lincoln 5 NE of 6th Trash in public right-of-way 26237 8/29/2026 Open NW corner of Ocean and Dolores Unpermitted exterior signage 8/25/2026 26236 8/29/2026 Open NW corner of Ocean and Dolores Unpermitted exterior signage 8/25/2026 26235 8/29/2026 Open Dolores 3 SE of Ocean Tripping hazard at sidewalk area adjacent to Mulligan's 8/18/2026 26234 8/29/2026 Open Dolores 4 SE of Ocean Unpermitted interior signage 8/14/2026 26233 8/22/2026 Open Along 2nd Avenue between Camino Real and Carmelo, north side of 2nd along the
fence line.

Illegally dumped garage door opener mechanism 7/22/2026 26232 8/22/2026 Open Dolores between 5th and 6th, the brick walkway between Vin and Jennifer
Perlmutter Gallery
Smell, attraction of bugs due to trash/waste spillage 7/15/2026 26231 8/22/2026 Open Ocean 2 SE of Lincoln Administrative Citation for plastic spoons. 7/1/2026 26230 8/22/2026 Open SW Corner of Ocean & Mission Organics in the trash and no organics collection happening in the kitchen.

They were given a NOV citation.
7/1/2026
26229 8/22/2026 Open SW Corner of Ocean & Mission Overflowing trash bins and trash in recycling bin. 7/1/2026 26228 8/20/2026 Open SE Corner of Santa Fe & 8th Large orange cones in the public right-of-way 8/19/2026 26227 8/19/2026 Open Torres 4 NE of 3rd Large rocks, boulders, and "no parking" signs installed in public right-of-way.
8/17/2026
26226 8/19/2026 Closed Santa Fe 3 SW of 4th Construction work occurring before allowable working hours.
8/19/2026 8/19/2026
26225 8/19/2026 Closed 5th 2 SW of Mission Delivery trucks running for an extended period of time. 8/19/2026 8/19/2026 26224 8/13/2026 Open Monte Verde 3 NE of 8th Possible illegal short-term rental 8/12/2026 26223 8/13/2026 Closed Monte Verde 3 NE of 8th Black Toyota Tacoma partially blocking the sidewalk 8/12/2026 8/13/2026 26222 8/12/2026 Open Lincoln 2 NW of 10th Repairing a section of driveway pavers without an exempt work permit.
8/12/2026
26221 8/12/2026 Closed Monte Verde 3 SE of 7th Painting exterior of residence without design review or historic evaluation
8/12/2026 8/13/2026
Code Compliance Report
08/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

26220 8/12/2026 Closed NE Corner San Carlos & 5th "No Parking" delineators placed outside the property lines of the Stilwell Hotel.
8/12/2026 8/13/2026
26219 8/12/2026 Open NE Corner San Carlos & 5th Construction after hours, including on Sunday.; blocking pedestrian traffic without an encroachment
permit.
8/11/2026
26218 8/8/2026 Open Santa Fe 6 SW of Ocean Unpermitted site coverage changes 8/8/2026 26217 8/7/2026 2nd NOV sent Treehouse Cafe 2nd NOV 17.42.020 Neighbor called, smelly, greasy water in street. Same water and smell in drains near
restaurant. $1000 fine. Landlord notified via email,
NOV dropped at restaurant (by Val G) City resources
used: street sweeper and water tender. CAWD called
for inspection. Owner must call plumber and
investigate problem. Must call disaster services to
clean street properly.
8/7/2026
26216 8/7/2026 Open Lincoln Street 3 NW of 11th Avenue Possible illegal short-term rental 8/7/2026 26215 8/7/2026 Open San Carlos 2 SE of 7th Potential gas leak that is causing nearby residents and business employees to become nauseous, dizzy, and
fatigued.
8/6/2026
26214 8/1/2026 Closed SE Corner of Carpenter and First / 1st Ave 2 NE of Carpenter
Real estate "Open House" sign in the public right-ofway8/1/2026 8/1/2026 26213 8/1/2026 Closed SW Corner of Santa Lucia & Scenic Real estate "Open House" sign in the public right-ofway 8/1/2026 8/1/2026
Total Records: 29 9/14/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

Case # Street Status Date Received Last Status Date Date Closed 26224 Monte Verde Open 8/12/2026 8/13/2026
26216 Lincoln Street Open 8/7/2026 8/12/2026
26165 Junipero Open 6/18/2026 6/20/2026
26076 Santa Rita Closed 4/15/2026 4/15/2026 4/25/2026
26068 Torres Open 4/8/2026 5/12/2026
26063 Junipero Open 3/24/2026 3/24/2026
26013 Mission Closed 1/13/2026 1/27/2026 4/11/2026
Total Records: 7
Transient Rental Report
1/1/2026 - 08/31/2026
9/14/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

Permit # Permit Type Date
Submitted
Project Description Property Location Date Issued Status 260213 Temp Ench 8/31/2026 PG&E to trench & backfill (4'x4' bell hole). PG&E to abandon gas service. PM# 35790547
Mission 2 SW of Vista 9/1/2026 Issued
260212 Temp Ench 8/31/2026 Replace sewer lateral from clean out to the main in street.

Ocean 2 NW of Mission 9/1/2026 Issued
260211 Temp Ench 8/28/2026 Mobile crane lift Monte Verde 4 NW of 4th 8/31/2026 Issued 260210 Temp Ench 8/28/2026 Excavate a 4'x5' pit in the asphalt and a 3'x3' pit in the concrete to renew a water service line.
7th 60' West of Dolores 8/31/2026 Issued
260209 Temp Ench 8/26/2026 Replace old sewer lateral from clean out to main. NE Corner of Sterling & Perry Newberry
9/11/2026 Issued
260208 Temp Ench 8/24/2026 REPLACE 20' OF SEWER LINE 4' DEEP IN THE STREET.
7th 2 SE of San Carlos 8/25/2026 Issued
260207 Temp Ench 8/24/2026 Open bellhole to replace full sewer lateral from city main to property.

Torres 8 NE of 5th 9/4/2026 Issued
260206 Driveway Resurface existing 300-square-foot driveway with new concrete pavers.
3053 Rio Road In Review
260205 Temp Ench 8/20/2026 Replace sewer lateral with a 4'x4' bellhole at street to run 25' from property to city main.

NW Corner of Lobos & 2nd 8/21/2026 Issued
260204 Temp Ench 8/20/2026 Replace sewer lateral using pipe bursting. Carmelo 4 SE of Ocean 8/21/2026 Issued 260203 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Reservation of three street parking for a 12'x7' enclosed trailer plus work trucks.

Dolores 4 NE of 8th 8/21/2026 Issued
260202 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 PG&E to replace pole in backyard, lane closure needed, tree trimming near pole and wires. PM#
35678569
SE Corner of Scenic & 13th 8/21/2026 Issued
260201 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Installation of scaffolding in the public right for stucco repair.

Ocean 2 NW of Mission 8/25/2026 Issued
260200 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Installation of new fire service, connection to CalAm main. Includes street trenching and patch paving.

NW Corner of San Carlos & 4th 8/31/2026 Issued
260199 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Excavate a 3'x5' pit and a 4'x5' in the asphalt to repair water service damage.

Santa Fe 3 SW of 2nd 8/19/2026 Issued
260198 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Excavate a 4'x3' pit and a 5'x2' in the asphalt to repair water service damage.

Torres 6 SW of 10th 8/19/2026 Issued
Encroachment Permit Report
08/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

260197 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Excavate a 4'x5' pit in the asphalt to repair water service damage.

San Antonio 62' North of 12th 8/19/2026 Issued
260196 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Excavate a 4'x5' pit in the asphalt and a 3'x3' put in the dirt to renew water service.

Casanova 191' South of 9th 8/19/2026 Issued
260195 Temp Ench 8/18/2026 Restore asphalt patch for CalAm after water service replacement
Torres 150' NE of 8th 8/19/2026 Issued
260194 Temp Ench 8/3/2026 Landscape dirt area right of driveway with softscape only with no walls, fencing, or other permanent
structures.

Santa Fe 5 NE of 4th Closed
260193 Perm Ench 8/7/2026 Installation of a permanent subsurface electrical transformer, associated underground electrical
conduits, utility structures, and related electrical
infrastructure within the public right-of-way to
provide permanent electrical service to the adjacent
mixed-use development.

SW Corner of Dolores & 5th In Review
260192 Perm Ench 8/7/2026 Construction of six and eight inch storm drain pipe, a storm drain junction box, and a Contech Jellyfish JF4
Treatment manhole within the sidewalk within the
Dolores Street public right-of-way. Reference plan
sheets C0.2, C0.3, and C1.1
Corner of Dolores & 5th In Review
260191 Temp Ench 8/19/2026 Applicant to trench, backfill & install electric substructures. PG&E to install underground electric
services, replace overhead service, replace pole,
replace overhead transformer. ROAD CLOSURE AND
TREE TRIMMING REQUIRED. Previous permit #
250244 expired. PM# 35606255
CONDITION: Any trenching or street cuts in the
pavement will require a seal coat extending 10' on
either side of the trench due to recent microsealing.

Vizcaino 7 SW of Mountain View In Review
260190 Driveway 8/6/2026 Remove and replace 532sf of asphalt driveway. NE Corner of Torres & 1st In Review 260189 Temp Ench 8/6/2026 Closure of five parking stalls on Junipero for the placement of dump/office trailer and POD storage as
well as oversized vehicles.

SW Corner of Junipero & 5th 8/18/2026 Issued
260188 Temp Ench 8/4/2026 Replace sewer line from house to street by curb.

Bellhole 5'x5'x5' in street to replace line.

Monte Verde 2 SE of 8th 8/18/2026 Issued
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ATTACHMENT 2

260187 Temp Ench 8/4/2026 Applicant to trench, backfill, & install electric substructures. PG&E to replace pole, install overhead
transformer, and install underground service. ROAD
CLOSURE REQUIRED. PM# 35659855
NW Corner of Carpenter & 4th 8/18/2026 Issued
Total Records: 27 9/14/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

Permit # Permit Date Permit Type Location of Property Description Status Approved Date
26176 8/3/2026 1. Tree Evaluation Santa Fe 5 NW of 4th 3 Oak trees (2 in the front yard; 1 in Backyard) Approved 8/5/2026 26177 8/3/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning San Carlos 2 SE of 1st Pine tree in backyard. The only pine tree in my backyard; it's a tall pine tree
Approved 8/3/2026
26178 8/4/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning San Carlos 4 SW of 13th EVALUATION: 1 pine tree in front of house PRUNING: 4 dead limbs
Approved 8/21/2026
26179 8/5/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Junipero 4 SE of 2nd - Southeast corner of lot,
behind a gated fence
Dead Pine Tree, 22" diameter at chest height Approved 8/7/2026 26180 8/5/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning 25988 Ridgewood Rd Carmel, CA 93921
One tree to be removed in the back yard of the
property (has been previously deemed insignificant
by forester).

Approved 8/7/2026
26181 8/6/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning 3ne of Carmelo and 10th Trim trees away from home for fire department requisites
Approved 8/27/2026
26182 8/6/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Lincoln 5 NE of 13th Please see attachment Approved 8/7/2026 26183 8/7/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Santa Fe 5 NW of 4th 3 Oak trees (2 in the front yard; 1 in Backyard) Approved 8/5/2026 26184 8/7/2026 1. Tree Evaluation Carpenter 3 SW of 3rd EVALUATION: 1 pine 37" & 1 pine 36" on property line
Approved 9/8/2026
26185 8/7/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning 25940 Junipero EVALUATION: holly tree by garage window REMOVAL: Oak tree that is dead in the front
Approved 8/7/2026
26186 8/10/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Mountain View 3 SE of Santa Fe- North corner of front yard
Removal of large double stem pine tree and low cut
stump.

In Review
26187 8/10/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Monterey St. 3 NW of 2nd Remove (1) 18" Western Cedar tree Denied 9/7/2026 26188 8/10/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Western side of property, other 10ft to the east of the
1st tree
remove 1 pine tree. Prune 1 pine In Review 9/3/2026
26189 8/10/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Palou Avenue 9 NW of Casanova Street
removal of one 20" coast live oak infested with bark
beetles
Approved 8/27/2026
26190 8/11/2026 1. Tree Evaluation NW corner of 8th and Camino real, across the street from
the La Playa Hotel. 3 tree on
the property, 1 on the
sidewalk side of fence on 8th
tree evaluation of 3 oak trees on property and one
on pottery line for disease/ oak moth infestation
Approved 8/21/2026
26191 8/13/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning 25981 Ridgewood Tree removal Approved 8/27/2026 26192 8/17/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Monte Verde 5 SW of 12th 1 36 inch Monterey pine In Review Tree Permit Report
08/01/2026 - 08/31/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

26193 8/17/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Palou 4 NE of Casanova PRUNING: Oak trees, front yard, oak tree backyard <6-9 inches REMOVAL: Cypress (1) front yard,
against house (only one >4 inches
In Review
26194 8/19/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning 26005 Junipero Dead Oak Approved 9/2/2026 26195 8/19/2026 1. Tree Evaluation Camino Real 3 NW of 9th 1 redwood tree, estimated 4" trunk diameter In Review 26196 8/24/2026 1. Tree Evaluation NW Corner of Santa Fe & 3rd 1- Cypress In Review 26197 8/26/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning SE Corner of Dolores & 9th Trimming two trees, one pine and one oak. Another pine is not close to the chimney, but the branches
touch the roof, so it may be wise to prune those as
well.

Approved 9/2/2026
26198 8/26/2026 1. Tree Evaluation Torres 3 NW of 2nd Avenue, "Woodpine"
EVALUATION: Local pines, 2 trees approximately 9'
to 100' tall REMOVAL: Local pines, 2 trees
approximately 9' to 100' tall SEE ATTACHED LETTER
Approved 9/1/2026
26199 8/26/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Carmelo 4 SE of 11th Huge-Cypress-covers our patio. Neighbor had to dig up street 3x for plumbing repairs due to humongous
roots. Canopy over street.

In Review
26200 8/28/2026 1. Tree Evaluation Monte Verde 2 SW of 9th EVALUATION: 1 Oak tree in the front yard- visible from the street
In Review
26201 8/28/2026 1. Tree Evaluation Dolores 2 NE of 13th 4, all oak trees, large, front of home In Review 26202 8/28/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning 4th Ave 2 SW of Randall Way 49" Oak Approved 9/8/2026 26203 8/31/2026 2. Tree Removal/Pruning Junipero St 4 NE 3rd Ave Tree removal In Review Total Records: 28 9/14/2026
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ATTACHMENT 2

*The performance goal for Code-3 (life threatening emergency-lights & siren) ambulance calls with a response time of 5 minutes or less from dispatch to arrival is 95%.

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Monthly Report
Public Safety
August 2026

FIRE/AMBULANCE REPORT
Summary of Carmel Fire & Ambulance’s August Calls for Service.

FIRE/AMBULANCE PERFORMANCE MEASURE
The performance goal for Code-3 (life threatening emergency-lights & siren) fire/ambulance calls with a response time of 5 minutes or less from dispatch to arrival is 95%. For the month of August 2026, the fire/ambulance were able to meet those performance measures. For the month of August 2026, Fire/Ambulance met the performance measure, with 98% of Code-3 calls having a response time of five minutes or less. One (1) Code-3 call exceeded five minutes (by one second on that call).

Total number of combined incidents for Fire/Ambulance: 116 [80 Carmel incidents) + (36 outside responses)] = 116 total with an average response time: 3:35 min. for Carmel Incidents and 8:26 min. for outside Carmel incidents.

Fire/Ambulance Calls Outside of Carmel
There were 36 calls for Fire/Ambulance response outside of Carmel-by-the-Sea with the highest total responses being in Monterey (13).

Code 3 Events Over 5 minutes = 1 out of 55 total calls: (All in Carmel-by-the-Sea)

SERVICE CALLS
260813-MNT06399 E15 was delayed due to traffic barriers. Fall Call at 9th and Carmelo (5 minutes and 1 second)
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Todd Trayer, Chief of Police
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, City Administrator
ATTACHMENT 3

*The performance goal for Code-3 (life threatening emergency-lights & siren) ambulance calls with a response time of 5 minutes or less from dispatch to arrival is 95%.

Attachments:

1. RESPONSE SUMMARY REPORT BY INCIDENT TYPE 27060 CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA Alarm Date From: 08/01/2026 To: 08/31/2026 (Data Listing)
This shows all calls for service for Fire/Ambulance within Carmel-by-the-Sea

2. CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA August 2026 Response Summary Report by Incident Type From: 08/01/2026 To: 08/31/2026 (Graph)
a. This shows a graph of the calls within Carmel-by-the-Sea, the average response time, and % under 5 minutes.

3. RESPONSE SUMMARY REPORT BY DISTRICT 27015 CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA FIRE AMBULANCE From: 08/01/2026 To: 08/31/2026 (Data Listing)
a. This shows all the calls for service outside of Carmel-by-the-Sea that our Fire/Ambulance responded to.

4. CITY OF CARMEL - FIRE AMBULANCE DEPARTMENT August 2026 Response Summary Report by District Type
From: 08/01/2026 To: 08/31/2026 (Graph)
This shows a graph of the outside districts, the average response time and % under 5 minutes

5. Countywide Map
a. This map was provided to show the current boundaries of districts for Fire/Ambulance response (shows the map for items 3 and 4 above).

ATTACHMENT 3

Incident Type Category Incident Type Alarm Date Incident Number Response Time Combined Address Cross Street Priority

CARMEL HIGHLANDS
Medical Fall 8/19/2026 9:34 PM 260819-MNT06564 0:03:58 169 VAN ESS WAY 3 Medical No appropriate choice (medical response) 8/15/2026 2:29 PM 260815-MNT06456 0:00:53 2724 PRADERA ROAD 3 Medical Sick case 8/20/2026 11:26 AM 260820-MNT06577 0:07:57 20909 POINT LOBOS STATE RESERVE 3 3 0:04:16

CYPRESS
Medical Fall 8/21/2026 5:37 PM 260821-MNT06614 0:04:49 24651 PESCADERO ROAD 3 Medical Fall 8/13/2026 12:34 PM 260813-MNT06377 0:04:24 3600 OCEAN AVENUE 3 Medical Unconscious victim 8/27/2026 3:23 PM 260827-MNT06778 0:05:33 CARPENTER STREET SERRA AVENUE 3 Noemerg No incident found upon arrival / location error 8/15/2026 1:55 PM 260815-MNT06454 0:01:44 26330 SCENIC ROAD 3 4 0:04:07

MONTEREY COUNTY
Medical Fall 8/5/2026 7:14 PM 260805-MNT06125 0:08:53 1300 SYLVAN ROAD 3 1 0:08:53

MONTEREY
Medical Abdominal pain / problems 8/13/2026 3:18 PM 260813-MNT06382 0:08:02 77 PORTA VISTA DRIVE 3 Medical Chest pain (non-trauma) 8/4/2026 6:55 AM 260804-MNT06070 0:08:43 PEARL STREET TYLER STREET 3 Medical Chest pain (non-trauma) 8/28/2026 3:11 PM 260828-MNT06813 0:08:58 798 PARK AVENUE 3 Medical Chest pain (non-trauma) 8/30/2026 5:10 PM 260830-MNT06877 0:11:25 23795 HOLMAN HIGHWAY 3 Medical Fall 8/13/2026 6:43 AM 260813-MNT06367 0:10:43 123 HERRMANN DRIVE 3 Medical Nausea / Vomiting 8/27/2026 10:51 AM 260827-MNT06768 0:09:33 100 GLENWOOD CIRCLE 3 Medical Nausea / Vomiting 8/22/2026 10:15 AM 260822-MNT06630 0:03:42 642 TAYLOR STREET 3 Medical No appropriate choice (medical response) 8/30/2026 4:19 AM 260830-MNT06860 0:13:04 200 GLENWOOD CIRCLE 3 Medical Sick case 8/24/2026 8:30 PM 260824-MNT06704 0:10:30 1575 SKYLINE DRIVE 2 Medical Sick case 8/27/2026 5:51 PM 260827-MNT06786 0:13:01 1501 SKYLINE DRIVE 2 Medical Unconscious victim 8/6/2026 7:06 PM 260806-MNT06158 0:10:03 301 EUCLID AVENUE 3 Medical Well person check 8/28/2026 2:45 PM 260828-MNT06811 0:01:32 570 MUNRAS AVENUE 3 Noemerg Cancelled 8/5/2026 7:21 PM 260805-MNT06126 0:01:00 949 PLAYA AVENUE 3 13 0:08:29

PACIFIC GROVE
Medical Breathing problems 8/2/2026 7:08 PM 260802-MNT06021 0:11:29 630 OCEAN VIEW BOULEVARDEARDLEY AVENUE 3 Medical Breathing problems 8/26/2026 7:44 PM 260826-MNT06754 0:10:21 1124 AUSTIN AVENUE 3 Medical Chest pain (non-trauma) 8/29/2026 6:59 PM 260829-MNT06852 0:00:33 210 GROVE ACRE AVENUE 3 Medical Fall 8/6/2026 11:29 AM 260806-MNT06141 0:16:36 200 LIGHTHOUSE AVENUE 2 Medical No appropriate choice (medical response) 8/29/2026 7:02 AM 260829-MNT06832 0:01:14 OCEAN VIEW BOULEVARD SIREN STREET 3 Medical Sick case 8/8/2026 5:31 AM 260808-MNT06202 0:13:20 915 SUNSET DRIVE 3 Medical Sick case 8/20/2026 1:09 PM 260820-MNT06583 0:11:01 1229 DAVID AVENUE 3 Pubserv Lift assist 8/21/2026 10:37 AM 260821-MNT06599 0:08:42 2849 FOREST HILL BOULEVARD 2 8 0:09:09

PEBBLE BEACH
Medical Unconscious victim 8/28/2026 12:14 PM 260828-MNT06804 0:11:20 3240 SEVENTEEN MILE DRIVE 3

RESPONSE SUMMARY REPORT BY DISTRICT
27015 CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA FIRE AMBULANCE
Alarm Date From: 08/01/2026 To: 08/31/2026
26 08 CFA Activity Report.xlsx 1
ATTACHMENT 3

Incident Type Category Incident Type Alarm Date Incident Number Response Time Combined Address Cross Street Priority
PEBBLE BEACH cont.

Noemerg Cancelled 8/29/2026 6:25 PM 260829-MNT06851 0:09:50 2860 COYOTE ROAD 2 2 0:10:35

SEASIDE
Medical Chest pain (non-trauma) 8/19/2026 6:12 AM 260819-MNT06546 0:13:16 1664 HILTON STREET 3 Medical Convulsions / seizures 8/18/2026 5:52 PM 260818-MNT06532 0:14:41 4113 2ND AVENUE 3 Medical Sick case 8/7/2026 9:14 PM 260807-MNT06197 0:10:56 1553 FREMONT BOULEVARD 3 Medical Sick case 8/19/2026 9:05 AM 260819-MNT06549 0:11:19 1274 SAN LUCAS STREET 3 Medical Unknown problem (medical) 8/2/2026 6:32 PM 260802-MNT06018 0:18:01 SONOMA AVENUE FREMONT BOULEVARD 3 5 0:13:39
Code 2 Calls 5
Code 3 Calls 31
36 Total Average Response Time 0:08:27
Total # of Incidents
26 08 CFA Activity Report.xlsx 2
ATTACHMENT 3

District Response Number Average Response Time
Carmel Highlands 3 4:14
Carmel Valley 0 0:00
Cypress 4 4:07
Marina 0 0:00
Monterey County 1 8:53
Monterey 13 8:29
Pacific Grove 8 9:09
Pebble Beach 2 10:35
Seaside 5 13:39
Total Responses 36 8:26
Total Code 3 Calls: 31
AMB 15 Response Times for Code 3
Calls ≤ 5 minutes: 98%

CITY OF CARMEL - FIRE AMBULANCE DEPARTMENT
AUGUST 2026
Response Summary Report by District Type
Carmel Highlands
8%
Carmel Valley
0%
Cypress
11% Marina
0%
Monterey County
3%
Monterey
36%
Pacific Grove
22%
Pebble Beach
6%
Seaside
14%
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Valley
Cypress
Marina
Monterey County
Monterey
Pacific Grove
Pebble Beach
Seaside
S:\600-Public-Safety\601-Fire-Safety-Admin\601-05-Fire-Services-OtherAgencies\Carmel\CFA Reports\26 08 CFA Response Summary.xlsx 9/2/2026 ATTACHMENT 3

Incident Alarm Date Incident Number Response
Time Combined Address Cross Street Priority
Structural involvement 8/27/2026 9:39 PM 260827-MNT06789 0:04:12 8TH AVENUE SCENIC ROAD 3 1 0:04:12
Altered mental status 8/18/2026 7:09 PM 260818-MNT06534 0:00:21 6TH AVENUE MISSION STREET 2 Altered mental status 8/29/2026 12:00 PM 260829-MNT06841 0:03:48 620 8TH AVENUE 2 Back pain (non-trauma) 8/3/2026 9:59 AM 260803-MNT06038 0:03:12 CARPENTER STREET 5TH AVENUE 3 Breathing problems 8/5/2026 8:49 PM 260805-MNT06127 0:02:37 SANTA FE STREET 3 Breathing problems 8/22/2026 8:45 PM 260822-MNT06643 0:02:25 OCEAN AVENUE DEL MAR AVENUE 3 Chest pain (non-trauma) 8/4/2026 11:14 PM 260804-MNT06091 0:02:52 2 NE 7TH AVENUE 7TH AVENUE 3 Convulsions / seizures 8/16/2026 5:05 PM 260816-MNT06489 0:04:06 SCENIC ROAD SANTA LUCIA AVENUE 3 Convulsions / seizures 8/22/2026 2:49 PM 260822-MNT06633 0:03:21 9TH AVE SCENIC ROAD 3 Diabetic problems 8/4/2026 12:12 PM 260804-MNT06078 0:02:08 7TH AVENUE LINCOLN STREET 3 Fall 8/1/2026 2:15 PM 260801-MNT05981 0:01:21 SAN CARLOS STREET 3 Fall 8/4/2026 7:07 AM 260804-MNT06071 0:04:07 SCENIC ROAD 10TH AVENUE 3 Fall 8/5/2026 1:09 PM 260805-MNT06109 0:02:38 LINCOLN STREET 5TH AVENUE 3 Fall 8/7/2026 12:10 PM 260807-MNT06181 0:03:15 923 TORRES STREET 3 Fall 8/7/2026 12:46 PM 260807-MNT06182 0:00:29 OCEAN AVENUE SAN CARLOS STREET 3 Fall 8/12/2026 9:04 AM 260812-MNT06326 0:02:27 MONTE VERDE STREET 3 Fall 8/13/2026 9:44 PM 260813-MNT06399 0:05:01 9TH AVENUE CARMELO STREET 3 Fall 8/21/2026 12:01 PM 260821-MNT06604 0:02:11 CASANOVA STREET 8TH AVENUE 3 Fall 8/21/2026 10:08 PM 260821-MNT06620 0:02:21 JUNIPERO AVENUE 4TH AVENUE 3 Fall 8/25/2026 12:56 PM 260825-MNT06718 0:01:59 MONTE VERDE STREET 3 Fall 8/25/2026 6:13 PM 260825-MNT06732 0:02:57 TORRES STREET 4TH AVENUE 3 Fall 8/26/2026 2:52 PM 260826-MNT06748 0:00:05 DOLORES STREET OCEAN AVENUE 3 Fall 8/30/2026 6:26 PM 260830-MNT06879 0:02:44 7TH AVENUE LINCOLN STREET 3 Industrial accident / inaccessible incident / other entrapment (non-vehicle) 8/29/2026 1:08 PM 260829-MNT06846 0:00:00 6TH AVENUE MISSION STREET 2 No appropriate choice (medical response) 8/23/2026 11:33 AM 260823-MNT06663 0:03:21 OCEAN AVENUE SAN CARLOS STREET 3 Other traumatic injury 8/15/2026 2:39 PM 260815-MNT06457 0:03:24 OCEAN AVENUE SCENIC ROAD 3 Poisoning 8/5/2026 3:08 AM 260805-MNT06095 0:06:28 4TH AVENUE SW OF SANTA FE 2 Sick case 8/2/2026 12:17 PM 260802-MNT06005 0:02:00 DEL MAR AVENUE 3 Sick case 8/2/2026 1:17 PM 260802-MNT06008 0:03:29 7TH AVENUE SAN ANTONIO AVENUE 3

RESPONSE SUMMARY REPORT BY INCIDENT TYPE
27060 CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Alarm Date From: 08/01/2026 To: 08/31/2026
FIRES

MEDICALS
26 08 Carmel Fire Activity Report.xlsx 1
ATTACHMENT 3

Incident Alarm Date Incident Number Response
Time Combined Address Cross Street Priority
FIRES MEDICALS cont.

Sick case 8/4/2026 4:37 PM 260804-MNT06084 0:01:55 OCEAN AVENUE FOREST ROAD 3 Sick case 8/7/2026 7:55 AM 260807-MNT06169 0:02:04 DOLORES STREET 7TH AVENUE 3 Sick case 8/7/2026 1:03 PM 260807-MNT06183 0:00:00 OCEAN AVENUE SAN CARLOS STREET 3 Sick case 8/9/2026 8:28 PM 260809-MNT06257 0:03:25 2946 FRANCISCAN WAY 3 Sick case 8/14/2026 9:04 PM 260814-MNT06433 0:04:12 2ND AVENUE N CASANOVA STREET 3 Sick case 8/19/2026 1:54 PM 260819-MNT06554 0:03:29 SANTA RITA STREET 3 Sick case 8/20/2026 1:52 PM 260820-MNT06584 0:03:48 1ST AVENUE JUNIPERO STREET 3 Sick case 8/24/2026 1:32 PM 260824-MNT06692 0:02:43 7TH AVENUE LINCOLN STREET 3 Stab / penetrating trauma 8/22/2026 4:31 PM 260822-MNT06635 0:03:23 SCENIC ROAD 10TH AVENUE 3 Stroke / CVA 8/15/2026 12:56 PM 260815-MNT06451 0:02:44 JUNIPERO AVENUE 1ST AVENUE 3 Unconscious victim 8/10/2026 6:54 PM 260810-MNT06288 0:01:26 OCEAN AVENUE MONTE VERDE STREET 3 39 0:02:40
Gas leak / gas odor 8/19/2026 11:10 AM 260819-MNT06552 0:05:41 SANTA FE STREET 2 Gas leak / gas odor 8/24/2026 6:15 AM 260824-MNT06679 0:05:16 7TH AVENUE MISSION STREET 2 Gas leak / gas odor 8/31/2026 7:52 AM 260831-MNT06897 0:01:10 OCEAN AVENUE SAN CARLOS STREET 3 Motor vehicle collision 8/14/2026 11:19 PM 260814-MNT06436 0:03:56 JUNIPERO AVENUE 3 Odor investigation 8/5/2026 10:06 PM 260805-MNT06128 0:03:00 7TH AVENUE SAN CARLOS STREET 2 Odor investigation 8/6/2026 5:15 PM 260806-MNT06152 0:03:22 SAN CARLOS STREET 2 Odor investigation 8/7/2026 1:59 AM 260807-MNT06166 0:04:45 SAN CARLOS STREET 3 7 0:03:53
Citizen assist / service call 8/5/2026 10:28 PM 260805-MNT06129 0:05:58 13TH AVENUE DOLORES STREET 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/13/2026 1:29 PM 260813-MNT06379 0:00:04 OCEAN AVENUE LINCOLN STREET 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/15/2026 5:19 PM 260815-MNT06460 0:03:58 DOLORES STREET 7TH AVENUE 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/17/2026 12:38 PM 260817-MNT06506 0:06:11 8TH AVENUE DOLORES STREET 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/20/2026 5:02 PM 260820-MNT06587 0:04:45 N CAMINO REAL 2ND AVENUE 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/24/2026 5:26 PM 260824-MNT06696 0:01:05 6TH AVENUE DOLORES STREET 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/25/2026 6:28 PM 260825-MNT06733 0:00:46 SANTA FE STREET 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/30/2026 5:03 PM 260830-MNT06876 0:05:34 CASANOVA STREET 8TH AVENUE 2 Citizen assist / service call 8/30/2026 7:21 PM 260830-MNT06881 0:03:43 SAN CARLOS STREET 2 CO alarm 8/29/2026 1:51 AM 260829-MNT06827 0:08:16 SAN CARLOS STREET 2 Fire / smoke alarm 8/3/2026 6:31 PM 260803-MNT06053 0:02:00 CAMINO REAL 3 Lift assist 8/24/2026 1:44 AM 260824-MNT06677 0:07:59 CAMINO REAL 2 Lift assist 8/24/2026 6:05 PM 260824-MNT06698 0:02:34 DOLORES STREET 5TH AVENUE 2 13 0:04:04

HAZARDOUS

PUBLIC SERVICE
26 08 Carmel Fire Activity Report.xlsx 2
ATTACHMENT 3

Incident Alarm Date Incident Number Response
Time Combined Address Cross Street Priority
FIRES
Accidental alarm 8/3/2026 11:40 AM 260803-MNT06041 0:04:07 VIZCAINO FLANDERS WAY 3 Accidental alarm 8/25/2026 4:33 AM 260825-MNT06710 0:03:40 MISSION STREET 5TH AVENUE 3 Accidental alarm 8/29/2026 9:58 AM 260829-MNT06836 0:04:37 JUNIPERO AVENUE 8TH AVENUE 2 Cancelled 8/8/2026 9:57 PM 260808-MNT06226 0:03:47 OCEAN AVENUE SANTA FE STREET 3 Cancelled 8/25/2026 8:36 AM 260825-MNT06713 0:00:00 6TH AVENUE MISSION STREET 2 Investigate hazardous release (Nothing found) 8/3/2026 8:59 AM 260803-MNT06035 0:05:55 3005 LASUEN DRIVE 2 Malfunctioning alarm 8/3/2026 1:53 AM 260803-MNT06026 0:04:59 VIZCAINO FLANDERS WAY 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/3/2026 10:48 AM 260803-MNT06040 0:03:05 5TH AVENUE JUNIPERO STREET 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/4/2026 10:50 PM 260804-MNT06090 0:01:15 CASANOVA STREET 10TH AVENUE 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/9/2026 12:24 AM 260809-MNT06230 0:04:02 VIZCAINO FLANDERS WAY 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/16/2026 12:13 PM 260816-MNT06483 0:02:23 OCEAN AVENUE MISSION STREET 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/16/2026 5:31 PM 260816-MNT06491 0:01:24 OCEAN AVENUE MISSION STREET 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/17/2026 6:40 AM 260817-MNT06502 0:04:03 CARMELO STREET 7TH AVENUE 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/20/2026 9:20 AM 260820-MNT06571 0:00:22 OCEAN AVENUE MISSION STREET 2 Malfunctioning alarm 8/21/2026 10:43 AM 260821-MNT06600 0:03:32 SCENIC ROAD OCEAN AVENUE 3 Malfunctioning alarm 8/29/2026 1:48 PM 260829-MNT06844 0:03:47 TORRES STREET 2ND AVENUE 3 No incident found upon arrival / location error 8/1/2026 8:13 PM 260801-MNT05997 0:03:04 MISSION STREET 7TH AVENUE 2 No incident found upon arrival / location error 8/13/2026 2:51 PM 260813-MNT06381 0:01:52 SAN CARLOS STREET 3 No incident found upon arrival / location error 8/15/2026 11:03 PM 260815-MNT06470 0:04:11 LINCOLN STREET 8TH AVENUE 3 No incident found upon arrival / location error 8/21/2026 11:13 PM 260821-MNT06621 0:02:33 SAN CARLOS STREET 3 20 0:03:08
Code 2 Calls 25
Code 3 Calls 55
80 98%
Over 5 Minute Response Times Cause of Delay: Code 3 Responses Total # of Incidents
% Under 5 Minute Response Time
260813-MNT06399 E15 was delayed due to traffic barriers

NO EMERGENCY
26 08 Carmel Fire Activity Report.xlsx 3
ATTACHMENT 3

Type of Call Number Average Response Time
Fires 1 4:12
Medicals 39 2:40
Hazardous 7 3:53
Rescues 0 0:00
Public Services 13 4:04
No Emergency 20 3:08
Assisting Law Enforcement 0 0:00
Total Responses 80 3:35
Total Code 3 Calls: 55 79
Response Times for Code 3 43
Calls ≤ 5 minutes: 98% 36
AMB 15 In City Responses:

AMB 15 Out of City Responses:

CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
AUGUST 2026
Response Summary Report by Incident Type
AMB 15 Total Responses:

Fires
1%
Medicals
49%
Hazardous
9%
Rescues
0%
Public Services
16%
No Emergency
25%
Assisting Law
Enforcement
0%
Fires
Medicals
Hazardous
Rescues
Public Services
No Emergency
S:\600-Public-Safety\601-Fire-Safety-Admin\601-05-Fire-Services-OtherAgencies\Carmel\Carmel Monthly Response Report\26 08 Carmel Fire Response Summary.xlsx 9/2/2026 ATTACHMENT 3

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Fire Protection Responsibility Areas
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ATTACHMENT 3

City Clerk Public Records Act (PRA) Report - August 2026 The City Clerk’s Office received 42 Public Records Act requests during August 2026, covering request numbers 26-158 through 26-199.

Key Metrics
42 40 7.9 Days 5 Days
Requests
Received Completed/Closed Average Completion Time
Median Completion
Time
August 2026 95% of requests Calendar days Calendar days Request Types
For reporting purposes, requests were grouped by their primary subject matter.

Request Type Requests % of
Total
Avg. Completion
Time*
Planning, Building, Land Use & Property 17 40% 9.3 days Finance, Contracts & Procurement 14 33% 8.6 days
Police, Fire & Public Safety 7 17% 0.8 days
Public Works, Infrastructure & Code
Enforcement 4 10% 10.5 days
Total 42 100%
*Average completion time is calculated from the request date to the completed date shown in the PRA log and excludes requests that remain ongoing.

Workload Summary
August included a significant number of detailed and document-intensive requests.

Approximately 74% of all requests involved either planning/building/property records or financial, contracting and procurement records. Planning-related requests included permit histories, Design Review files, historic resource records, zoning information, geotechnical reports and land-use correspondence.

Several requests required searches across multiple record types, departments or historical files.

The log also reflects requests involving extensive correspondence searches and large volumes of separate and distinct records, for which additional processing time was required. Despite the complexity of some requests, half of all completed requests were closed within five calendar days, and 40 of the 42 August requests have been completed as reflected in the log.

Note: Two requests remained ongoing at the time reflected in the log and are excluded from completion-time calculations. Response-time figures measure the period from receipt of the request to final completion and should not be interpreted as the statutory PRA determination deadline.

ATTACHMENT 4

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-158 8/4/2026 8/14/2026 Mary Schley 8/4/2026 records sent 26-159 8/4/2026 8/17/2026
Payment records for all vendor entities (including
companies, organizations, contractors, and other
non‑person payees) made by City of Carmel-by-the-Sea
from January 1, 2026 to current date including at minimum:
purchase date, vendor name, line‑item description, line‑item amount.

Justin Wenig 8/10/2026 records sent
26-160 8/6/2026 8/17/2026
We request all records, including executed contracts,
purchase orders, invoices, and solicitation/RFP documents for products or services purchased from Darkwing Tech,
Eflare Corporation, Night Searcher, Orion Safety Products, and PowerFlare Corporation, covering the past three years to present.

Spreadsheet exports preferred; PDF, Word, or standard
ERP/finance reports also work. This is a commercial
research request.

Woo Park, The Data
Branch 8/10/2026 no responsive records exist
26-161 8/7/2026 8/17/2026 8/31/2026
All public records, including but not limited to, any emails, letters, notes or other written documents, filed with Director of Community Planning and Building or any Department at the City, relating to the property owner or tenant's request to temporarily cease operations of the land use located at Lincoln 3 SW of Ocean, which is the former Sade's location.

Jason Retterer, JRG
Attorneys 8/21/2026 no responsive records exist
26-162 8/7/2026 8/17/2026
All records relating to the original 1987 approval of APN 010072002000_ including but not limited to:

Planning Commission staff reports
Agenda packets
Minutes
Resolutions
Conditions of Approval
Approved plans
Building permit records
Inspection records
Public Works comments
Engineering comments
Correspondence
Any subsequent file memoranda regarding driveway
construction or final inspection.

Vince Alfait 8/11/2026 records sent
26030 Ownership Change Carmel Honey Company Selling
honey and honey-related products Mission & Ocean
6/3/2026 In Review

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-163 8/8/2026 8/20/2026
records concerning the area located on the south side of Ocean Avenue, approximately 38 feet west of Casanova
Street, immediately outside the Normandy Inn cottages.

The subject area is adjacent to the wooden pedestrian gate near Room 201 and the white picket fence, at the transition between the concrete sidewalk and the landscaped
dirt/planter strip along the fence line.

We are requesting available records concerning ownership and right-of-way/property boundaries, inspections and
maintenance, complaints or service requests, work orders, prior incidents, photographs, and repair history for this specific area, including records before or after April 8, 2026.

Yesenia Mosqueda,
Frontier Adjusters 8/11/2026 no responsive records exist 26-164 8/9/2026 8/20/2026
For Building Permit 240503 — Santa Fe Street 3 NE of 5th Avenue, APN 010-037-009-000, would you please provide
the complete approved construction drawings, with
particular emphasis on civil/grading/drainage plans,
stormwater calculations, landscape plans, and all
drawings/details relating to rainwater harvesting tanks, roof drainage, tank overflow and irrigation connections.

Rheyna Laney 8/10/2026 records sent
26-165 8/9/2026 8/20/2026
We request all records, including executed contracts,
purchase orders, invoices, and solicitation/RFP
documents—for products or services purchased from:

Action Training Systems, Air Methods Ascend, Axene
Continuing Education, Fire Engineering Training, and
TeleStaff. covering the past three years to present.

Harold Cherry 8/10/2026 no responsive records exist

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-166 8/7/2026 8/17/2026
public records maintained by your agency relating to
outstanding, uncashed, stale-dated, voided, canceled, or otherwise unclaimed payments, to the extent available:
• Payee Name
• Business Name, if applicable
• Check Number
• Check Amount
• Check Issue Date
• Last Known Address
• Department Issuing Payment
• Current Status
• Claim or Reference Number
This request includes records of outstanding checks,
stale-dated checks, canceled or voided checks for which an underlying payment obligation remains, unclaimed refunds, property tax refunds and property tax overpayments,
unclaimed deposits, unapplied credits, and any other funds currently owed to individuals or businesses. Please include only payments, refunds, credits, checks, deposits,
overpayments, or other obligations that remain currently payable, claimable, recoverable, or eligible for reissuance to the named payee, property owner, business, lawful
successor, or authorized claimant.

Nathan Garcia,
Liberty Reclaim 8/10/2026 no responsive records exist
26-167 8/11/2026 8/21/2026
We request all records, including executed contracts,
purchase orders, invoices, and solicitation/RFP documents for products or services purchased from Brycer the
Compliance Engine, ESO Records Management System,
ImageTrend, IROL, and Vector Solutions, covering the past three years to present.

Spreadsheet exports preferred; PDF, Word, or standard
ERP/finance reports also work. This is a commercial
research request.

Woo Park, The Data
Branch 8/11/2026 no responsive records exist

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-168 8/11/2026 8/21/2026
We request all records, including executed contracts,
purchase orders, invoices, and solicitation/RFP documents for products or services purchased from Audio
Enhancement, Boxlight, and Vivi, covering the past three years to present.

Spreadsheet exports preferred; PDF, Word, or standard
ERP/finance reports also work. This is a commercial
research request
Woo Park, The Data
Branch 8/11/2026 no responsive records exist
26-169 8/11/2026 8/21/2026
all records regarding any permits, plans, use permits,
communications, regarding the Stillwell Hotel's event stage for their Range Rover event on Aug. 11, which resulted in construction on Sunday, Aug. 9th. Request for
records/communications is for July 10, 2026 to August 11, 2026.

Joe Clees 8/18/2026 records sent
26-170 8/11/2026 8/21/2026
Records related to 1007 Torres 1960 to present, including:

Conditions of Approval
Building permit records
Inspection records
Public Works comments
Engineering comments
Correspondence
Any subsequent file memoranda regarding driveway
construction or final inspection.

Vince Alfait 8/13/2026 records sent
26-171 8/11/2026 8/21/2026
Records from 2019 to present regarding Torres Ste 2 SW of 10th Ave, such as:

Conditions of Approval
Inspection records
Public Works comments
Engineering comments
Correspondence
Any subsequent file memoranda regarding driveway
construction or final inspection.

Vince Alfait 8/13/2026 records sent
26-172 8/13/2026 8/24/2026
We request all records, including executed contracts,
purchase orders, invoices, and solicitation/RFP documents for products or services purchased from hamilton
construction, kiewit, MCM Construction, sundt, and Walsh, covering the past three years to present.

Spreadsheet exports preferred; PDF, Word, or standard
ERP/finance reports also work. This is a commercial
research request
Woo Park, The Data
Branch 8/31/2026 no responsive records exist

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-173 8/14/2026 8/24/2026 9/9/2026 any inspection/daily reports for the San Antonio Pathway Reconstruction project.

David Wong, State
Labor
Commissioner's
Office
9/9/2026 records sent
26-174 8/15/2026 8/27/2026 9/10/2026
copies of records relating to the police-controlled restriction of public access at Scenic Road and Santa Lucia Avenue
on August 15, 2026, from approximately 6:30–8:00 a.m.,
involving a supercar/automobile photo shoot.

Please provide:

Any permit, authorization, agreement, traffic-control plan, special-event approval, filming/photography approval, or conditions governing this activity.

Records stating when and for how long Scenic Road could be restricted, including any requirement for “intermittent” public access.

Any instructions provided to Carmel Police personnel
regarding pedestrian or vehicle access at this location.

CAD/dispatch records and relevant radio communications
concerning the assignment or access restriction.

Body-worn camera footage from the officer controlling
access at approximately 7:00 a.m., including my interaction with that officer.

The recording and associated dispatch records from my
subsequent call to the Carmel Police non-emergency line concerning this incident.

Communications between the City/Police Department and
the organizer, photographer, production company, vehicle group, or other entity concerning this activity.

Records showing any payment, reimbursement, fee, or
agreement for police services connected with the activity.

Any public notice or signage plan concerning the restriction.

Eshan
Extended deadline to 9/30/2026
due volume of separate and
distinct records under GC
7922.535(c)(2).
26-175 8/16/2026 8/27/2026
electronic summary of purchase orders (not the individual purchase orders themselves) issued by City of
Carmel-by-the-Sea from March 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026.

If available, please include:
-Vendor name
-Description of purchase or payment
-Total price or amount paid
Oshea Smith,
Sunlight Access 9-9-2026 records sent

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-176 8/17/2026 8/27/2026
This message is from Brandon Wunder regarding code
enforcement data in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Specifically, I need code violations related to tall grass/weeds and trash/debris over the past 30 days, for residential properties and vacant lots/land only (not commercial). Please include all matching violations whether open or closed.

Brandon Wunder 8/20/2026 records sent with redactions
26-177 8/17/2026 8/27/2026 9/11/2026
Central Coast Watch requests electronic copies of public records regarding contracted commercial janitorial,
custodial, window, and facility maintenance services across all City of Carmel-by-the-Sea owned and operated facilities, administrative buildings, public works yards, libraries, forestry facilities, and community centers.

SPECIFIC RECORDS REQUESTED:

1. Executed Contracts & Agreements: Copies of all current, active contracts, Master Service Agreements (MSAs),
amendments, task orders, and Purchase Orders between
the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea and third-party vendors for janitorial, custodial, window, and carpet/floor maintenance services.

2. Award Documentation: Bid tabulation summaries,
Notices of Award, or City Council Resolutions approving current custodial service contracts or RFPs.

3. Billing Records & Invoices: Monthly vendor billing
invoices, payment ledgers, or scope-of-work assignments submitted by contracted janitorial vendors for services performed during the preceding six (6) months.

4. Subcontractor Disclosures: Any vendor-submitted lists of authorized subcontractors or staffing agencies utilized for facility maintenance across city sites.

Central Coast
Watch 9/8/2026
Extended deadline to 9/11/2026
due volume of separate and
distinct records under GC
7922.535(c)(2). Records sent
on 9/8/2026.
26-178 8/18/2026 8/28/2026 Full permit history for Junipero 4 SE 10th APN 010-072-015-000 Elizabeth Roszman 8/20/2026 records sent

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-179 8/18/2026 8/28/2026 9/30/2026
information and correspondence related to the city's
Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance, including emails and internal communications between the planning department, administration, and city attorney related to progress on the draft ADU ordinance, current city policy, and proposed
policy changes related to ADU state law, the Coastal
Commission, and the California Department of Housing and Community Development. Specifically, documents that
include reference to the city's floor area ratio (FAR) limits, local coastal plan, exempt ADUs, and the coastal savings clause. From November 1, 2025 to August 18, 2026.

Adam Jeselick ongoing
all records except
communications were sent on
9-9-2026. Extended deadline to
9/30/2026 for communications
due volume of separate and
distinct records under GC
7922.535(c)(2).

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-180 8/18/2026 8/28/2026 9/11/2026
Public Records Act Request - APN 010-253-016
Please provide electronic copies of all non-exempt records in the City’s possession concerning APN 010-253-016,
Block HH, Lot 22, commonly known as 3 SE of 4th on San
Antonio, Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Please include:

All historic-property, planning, building, and permit-file materials for this parcel.

All records concerning the property’s inclusion in, removal from, or re-inclusion in the Carmel Inventory of Historic Resources and/or Carmel Register of Historic Resources, including:

DPR 523 forms, surveys, consultant reports, and
attachments;
administrative determinations, resolutions, notices,
recordation documents, and correspondence;
Historic Resources Board and City Council agenda packets, staff reports, minutes, recordings, findings, and actions; the 2006-2007 removal proceeding, including HA 05-9;
the July 2020 eligibility evaluation and all records
supporting the property’s later inclusion in the Inventory; Design Study DS 20-285, including the historic consultant’s evaluation, City correspondence, HRB materials, and final action.

Complete permit files for Permit #1766 (1949), Permit
#94-181 (1994), and Permit #97-103 (1997), including
applications, plans, staff comments, approvals, inspection records, final inspections, and correspondence.

Any record identifying the property’s present status in the Carmel Register, if separately listed.

Mike Saparov 9/16/2026
Records released on 8/20/2026,
except for communications.

Deadline extended to 9/25/2026
to search for and review
correspondence.

Correspondence released with
redactions 9/16/2026.
26-181 8/19/2026 8/31/2026 Carmel, Indiana police records John Ostrander 8/19/2026 wrong jurisdiction - no
responsive records. PRA
request was meant for Carmel,
Indiana PD.

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-182 8/19/2026 8/31/2026
all records, including executed contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and solicitation/RFP documents for products or services purchased from Catalis, HdL Companies
(Hinderliter, de Llamas & Associates), Tyler Technologies, and Inc, covering the past three years to present.

Spreadsheet exports preferred; PDF, Word, or standard
ERP/finance reports also work. This is a commercial
research request
Woo Park, The Data
Branch 8/27/2026 no responsive records exist
26-183 8/19/2026 8/31/2026 9/14/2026 Amount of TOT received by the City, per year, since the tax began (1975 - present) Mary Schley 9/3/2026 Records sent on 8/27/2026 and9/3/2026. 26-184 8/20/2026 8/31/2026 scoring matrix and copy of the successful proposal for the City Administrator recruitment RFP
Danielle Oliveira,
Muchmore Than
Consulting
8/31/2026 records sent.
26-185 8/21/2026 8/31/2026
police records request for Carmel-by-the-Sea Police
Department’s SWAT/bomb threat response on August 6,
2026, at approximately 5:50 p.m., at San Carlos Street and 5th Avenue.

Requested records include:

All body-worn camera footage from officers involved or
present.

All dashboard, in-car, or other department-owned
audio/video recordings.

All 911 calls, dispatch audio, and radio communications related to the incident.

CAD/dispatch logs and incident/event records, including responding officers, units, and agencies.

Any incident reports, supplemental reports, photographs, or other related audio/video recordings.

For audio/video recordings, please provide footage
beginning 30 minutes before the incident (approximately 5:20 p.m.) and continuing through 30 minutes after the
incident, including any recordings extending beyond that period when they are part of the incident response.

David Boland 8/21/2026
Notified the requester that
police reports must be
requested and obtained from
the Carmel Police Department.

These records are released
according to state law.

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-186 8/24/2026 9/3/2026 9/17/2026
copies of the following records:
(1) All city-owned parcels as of the date of this request (2) All current lease agreements on city-owned properties (3) All surplus land declarations made by the city from 2020 to present
(4) All Notices of Availability issued pursuant to Government Code § 54222
(5) All communications with HCD regarding the city's
Housing Element compliance from 2022 to present
No name 9/21/2026
Extended deadline to 9/17/2026
due to volume of separate and
distinct records under GC
7922.535(c)(2). Records for
part 1, 2, and 5 released
9-21-2026 (no records exist for
part 3 and 4).
26-187 8/24/2026 9/3/2026 police records No name 8/25/2026 Notified the requester that
police reports must be
requested and obtained from
the Carmel Police Department.

These records are released
according to state law.
26-188 8/24/2026 9/3/2026
copies of all public records relating to the pending Design Review application for the JB Pastor Building project, which proposes construction of a two-story mixed-use
development on Dolores Street 2 southeast of 7th Avenue (Lots 6, 8, and 10 of Block 91), except this request does not seek project plans and rendering that are available for download on the City’s web page under “Current Planning Applications.”
This request seeks all records relating to current Design Review application number DR 23-140 and all records
relating to past Design Review applications for the project numbered DR 19-156, DR 19-427, DR 20-395, DR 22-157,
and DR 23-140.

This request also seeks all records relating to the project’s applications for Use Permits, and Lot Mergers that are
associated with the Design Review applications listed
above.

Tom Lippe, Law
Offices of Tom Lippe 9/3/2026 records sent.

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-189 8/24/2026 9/3/2026
Any encroachment permits issued to PG&E to replace
power poles on Casanova, between 12th Street and 13th
Street. Date range: June 1, 2026 to current.

Any encroachment permit issued to PG&E to trim, remove, cutdown trees on Casanova between 12th street and 13th
Street, including any forestry reports, correspondence
(including emails) related thereto. Date range: June 1, 2026 to current
Susan Purcell 9/3/2026 records sent.
26-190 8/27/2026 9/8/2026
Please provide all contracts, MOUs, invoices and Master Service Agreements with Flock Safety between January 1, 2023 and August 18, 2026.

Syd Jones, 9/3/2026 records sent
26-191 8/28/2026 9/8/2026
all geotechnical, soils, groundwater, infiltration and/or percolation reports, including boring logs and laboratory/test results, submitted in connection with the Brown/Tatum
residence at the SW corner of Guadalupe Street and 4th
Avenue, APN 010-036-001-000, Planning application DS
23-092.

In particular, I am seeking any reports prepared by Grice Engineering Inc., including documents associated with
Grice File 7639-22.11.

Rheyna Laney 9/8/2026 records sent
26-192 8/28/2026 9/8/2026
copies of all geotechnical, soils, geology, groundwater, infiltration, permeability and/or percolation reports, including all boring logs, test-pit logs, groundwater observations, laboratory results, infiltration testing and associated addenda or supplemental letters, submitted to the City in connection with the Comeau-Meyrose Residence, located
at Santa Fe Street, 3 NE of 5th Avenue,
Carmel-by-the-Sea, APN 010-037-009.

The project is associated with DS 24096 and subsequent
building/construction permits.

I am particularly seeking the report prepared by Grice
Engineering and Geology, Inc., dated August 26, 2024, File No. 7909-24-08, which is referenced in the approved
construction plans, as well as any subsequent revisions, addenda, field reports or supplemental geotechnical
correspondence associated with that report.

Rheyna Laney 9/8/2026 records sent
MuckRock.com

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-193 8/28/2026 9/8/2026
copies of all geotechnical, geologic, soils, groundwater, infiltration, permeability and/or percolation reports submitted to the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea in connection with the property identified as:

Owners: Paul William Bellingham and Tafei Lee Bellingham Property: Santa Rita Street, 1 NE of 4th Avenue,
Carmel-by-the-Sea
APN: 010-024-007-000
Design Study: DS 25082 (Bellingham)
Associated Building Permit: BP 240401
Please include the original geotechnical/soils investigation and all subsequent boring logs, test-pit logs, laboratory test results, groundwater observations, infiltration or percolation testing, engineering geology reports, addenda,
supplemental reports, field observation reports, and
correspondence from the geotechnical/soils engineer
submitted in connection with this project.

Rheyna Laney 9/8/2026 records sent
26-194 8/28/2026 9/8/2026
Copies of all public records relating to the pending Design Review application for the JB Pastor Building project, which proposes construction of a two-story mixed-use
development on Dolores Street 2 southeast of 7th Avenue (Lots 6, 8, and 10 of Block 91), except this request does not seek project plans and rendering that are available for download on the City's web page under "Current Planning Applications."
Carmel
Conservancy, c/o
Tom Lippe
9/3/2026 records sent
26-195 8/29/2026 9/10/2026
copy of the NFIRS (National Fire Incident Reporting
System) report and any associated fire/EMS response
records for a motor vehicle accident that occurred on
10/25/2025 at approximately 10:55pm (2355) on Highway 1 SR 1 Northbound 0.1 miles South of Ocean Avenue in
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA.

Maria Mishkind 8/31/2026 records sent with redactions
26-196 8/29/2026 9/10/2026
Copy of the contract between the City of Carmel by the Sea and MOGO, which specifically relates to the delivery of mail to disabled persons who live within the City of Carmel by the Sea.

Linda Wilde 8/31/2026 records sent

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

#
Request
Date
10-day
response
14-day
extension Records Requested Requester Name Completed Notes 26-197 8/29/2026 9/10/2026
zoning code adopted by the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea
closest to 1980 — i.e., a single document capturing the city's full zoning code as it stood around that date, along with any accompanying zoning map. If complete recodified codes from other intermediate years are also readily
available, those would be welcome as well, but the code closest to 1980 is the primary focus.

Desmond
O'Shaughnessy,
The Zoning Project
9/9/2026
9/9/2026 Notified requester the
responsive records (over 1,000
pages) are not maintained in
electronic format. Under the
rules of Government Code
Section 7922.530 responsive
documents are available for you
to inspect and copy by
appointment.
26-198 8/30/2026 9/10/2026 police records Md Nur Alam Nahid 8/31/2026 Notified the requester that
police reports must be
requested and obtained from
the Carmel Police Department.

These records are released
according to state law.
26-199 8/30/2026 9/10/2026 duplicate of above request Md Nur Alam Nahid 8/31/2026 Notified the requester that
police reports must be
requested and obtained from
the Carmel Police Department.

These records are released
according to state law.

CITY CLERK PRA LOG
AUGUST 2026

# Request Date 10-Day Due
Date Info Requested Requestor Date Completed Notes
2025-001 8/3/26 MS 08/13/2026 CA2600406/ photos fee paid David Hutchings 8/6/2026 mw Picked up 2025-002 08/04/2026 mw 8/14/2026 CG2600156 - Denial letter Jennifer Morris 8/11/26 mw emailed Denial letter 2025-003 8/5/2026 TW 8/15/2026 CG0700749 Lakin & Wille
immigation lawyer 8/19/26 mw mailed
2025-004 8/5/2026 tw 8/15/2026 CQ2600108 Body Cam Duces Tecum (DMV) 8/6/2026 TW Subpoena Fulfilled 2025-005 08/11/26 mw 8/21/2026 CG2600214, Supp #1 Judith Pryor 8/11/26 mw Mailed 2025-006 08/11/2026 SS 8/21/2026 Cite C2521 Chris Cain for Sabir Ahmad Stanekzai 8/25/26 mw recd ck 08/24/26,emailed Chris Cain 2025-007 8/12/2026 mw 8/22/2026 CG2600429 Law Brothers Pamela Waters 8/19/26 mw Emailed to attorney
2025-008 08/12/2026 tw 8/22/2026 CA2500852 Chris Wagner 08/12/2026 TW Picked up 2025-009 08/13/2026 mw 8/23/2026 CG1000774 Ollie Adams Sonoma DDA office
8/17/26 mw emailed
2025-010 08/17/26 mw 8/27/2026 OIS body cam, etc CG24-522 kate frame journalism extension given see September log 2025-011 8/13/2026 8/23/2026 CG2600214, Supp #1, photos Frontier adjusters 8/25/26 mw mailed response 2025-013 08/17/2026 tw 8/27/2026 Call from
02/01/2026-02/02/2026 Erendira Saenz 8/20/26 tw Picked up 2025-014 08/19/2026 tw 8/29/2026 Body cam CG2600356 Jonas Rowe 8/20/26 mw Denial letter mailed 2025-015 08/19/2026 tw 8/29/2026 CA2600412 Monica Hutchinson 08/20/2026 tw Mailed 2025-016 08/19/2026 tw 8/29/2026 CA2500136 Jose Tello 8/19/26 tw Picked up 2025-017 8/20/2026 8/30/2026 Any calls from her cell # Erendira Saenz 08/26/2026 SS Picked up 2025-018 08/21/26 mw 8/31/2026 Bomb Threat CG2600430 David Boland extension given extension give see Sept report
2025-019 08/23/26 MS 9/3/2026 CA2600470 Chris Carthy 8/24/26 MS Picked up 2025-020 8/24/2026 MS 9/3/2026 CFS08112026-0065 LexisNexis returned 8/25/26 MS
info exchange no
report
2025-021 08/24/26 MS 9/3/2026 Accident on 11/18/25 LexisNexis returned 8/25/26 MS no record w/ subj
2025-024 08/30/26 MS 9/9/2026 CC2000050 Bernard Accristo 08/30/26 MS picked up/ approved by MB

POLICE RECORDS REQUEST LOG
AUGUST 2026
ATTACHMENT 4

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Monthly Report
City Forester’s Report
Forestry, Parks, and Beach Highlights:

Carmel Forest Master Plan (CFMP):
• City consultant Dudek gave an update at the August 20, 2026, Forest and Beach Commission meeting and the plan will come back to the Commission within the next two months.

Contractors:
• City Tree Contractors Community Tree Service and Tope’s Tree Service started working on winter preparedness task orders including 22 removals of dead, dying, or dangerous trees and 22 pruning jobs. • City Tree Contractor West Coast Arborists was issued a task order for stump grinding and replanting across 64 sites with a total of 59 trees planned to be planted. • Landscape contractor Town and Country continued maintenance throughout town.

City Staff and Crews:
• City Forestry Crew removed 4 dead, dying, or invasive trees, and pruned 12 trees providing clearance for roads and stop signs, as well as maintaining tree health. • With PG&E’s work ramping up on their annual permit, City Crews worked to pick up logs left by utility clearance removals.
• City Forestry Crew beautified several islands and worked closely with the Streets Division and the Superintendent to prepare for and help facilitate Car Week events. • Landscape: City Technician continued work around city parks and medians watering planted trees throughout the village and clearing parking spots and roadways along Junipero Ave.

TO: Forest and Beach Commissioners
FROM: Justin Ono, City Forester
SUBJECT: August 2026 Forester’s Report
ATTACHMENT 5

2026 Permitted removals, pruning, and required planting Tree
permits
received
Tree
permits
Issued
Site
Inspections
Performed
Trees
approved
for
pruning
Removal of
Upper
Canopy
Removal
of Lower
Canopy
Required
to Plant
Upper
Required
to Plant
Lower
No room
for new
tree
Meets
Density
Rec.

Total
Number
of Trees
Required
January 29 22 5 14 8 13 9 14 1 1 23
February 15 6 1 6 3 4 0 2 1 1 2
March 31 20 7 12 7 13 13 16 0 2 29
April 24 17 6 12 5 12 6 12 0 1 18
May 23 13 5 15 4 11 7 7 0 1 14
June 21 13 3 5 1 16 1 12 0 0 13
July 28 14 3 2 4 12 6 11 0 0 17
August 28 14 2 24 2 10 1 8 0 2 9
September
October
November
December
2026 Totals 199 119 32 90 34 91 43 82 2 8 125
Historic permitted removals and required planting
Year
Permitted
removals
Removal
of upper
Removal
of lower
Replanting
Required
Replanting
of upper
Replanting
of lower
Replanting
%
Applications
processed
2021 204 81 123 135 81 54 66.18% 213
2022 149 82 67 85 48 37 57.05% 155
2023 324 211 113 223 164 72 68.83% 336
2024 231 110 121 231 118 113 100.00% 391
2025 222 102 120 160 72 88 72.07% 315
2026 125 34 91 125 43 82 100.00% 199
. Permit Information
ATTACHMENT 5

*Calendar year to date, stumps include contractors and will be updated upon completion of task orders.
*Numbers only represent correspondences received via the City’s website and do not incude live calls, voicemails, drop-in visitors, and emails sent directly to employees from residents, nor return calls and emails from staff.

City Forestry, Parks, and Beach Activities
ATTACHMENT 5

City Council Strategic Priorities Responsible
Department Priority Level Target Goal Completion
Last Updated: 9/29/2026 (Changes in RED font)
S-1 Exercise Financial Sustainability, Accountability and Transparency P-1.1 Budget Clarity
G-1.1.1 Increase usability and clarity of reports given to Council Admin/Finance 3 TBD G-1.1.2 Create an online public facing CIP tracking dashboard Admin/IT 2 Dec 2026 P-1.2 Financial Health
G-1.2.2 Implement a new HR, Finance and Payroll management system (ERP) Admin/Finance 1 Mar 2027 G-1.2.3 Develop menu of potential funding sources to close City's funding shortfalls Finance 1 DONE G-1.2.4 Provide Council a presentation on placing a TOT increase on the Nov 2026 ballot and receive direction Admin/Clerk 1 DONE G-1.2.5 Provide Council with a presentation on options for paid parking as a management tool Admin/PD 2 Nov 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 1 Mar 2027
G-2.1.2 Complete 4th Ave. outfall repair/replacement PW 2 Sep 2027 G-2.1.3 Rebuild 10th Ave. stairs PW 1 Spring 2027
G-2.1.4 Rebuild 12th Ave. stairs PW 1 Spring 2027
G-2.1.5 Complete maintenance/repair of bluff revetments PW 1 Ongoing G-2.1.6 Implementation of coastline related items from Climate Action and Adaptation Plan PW 1 Ongoing P-2.2 Wildfire Mitigation and Prevention
G-2.2.1 Adopt updated Carmel Forest Management Plan (City Council), and Certify LCP amendment for updated Carmel Fore PW 2 Jan 2027 G-2.2.2 Adopt additional citywide wildfire and prevention measures (e,g,: allowed materials, building code, etc.), and Create CPB/PW 2 Ongoing G-2.2.3 Complete all tasks on the arpproved list of prioritized fuel mitigation projects CPB/PW 1 Ongoing G-2.2.4 Execute a citywide evacuation drill PD 1 DONE
S-3 Maintain Public Safety and Infrastructure
P-3.1 Public Safety
G-3.1.1 Ambulance mutual aid contract Admin 1 DONE
G-3.1.2 Implement a Street Address Program Admin 1 Oct 2026 G-3.1.3 Create a plan to improve the resiliency of the City's power grid and present to City Council Admin/PW 2 TBD G-3.1.4 Complete the City's Rule 20-A project at Del Mar Parking Lot PW 3 TBD P-3.2 City Buildings and Property (Non-Police/PW)
G-3.2.1 Conduct condition assessment of all City buildings and develop maintenance plan PW 2 Dec 2027 S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities Page 1 of 3 ATTACHMENT 6

City Council Strategic Priorities Responsible
Department Priority Level Target Goal Completion
Last Updated: 9/29/2026 (Changes in RED font)
G-3.2.2 Have Council receive a presentation from the Friends of MTNP for a Rio Park project Admin/PW 2 TBD P-3.3 City Building (Police/PW)
G-3.3.1 Select architect PW/PD 1 Nov 2026
G-3.3.2 Construction Plans and financing approved by City Council PW/Admin 1 July 2027 P-3.4 Digital Infrastructure
G-3.4.1 Complete an IT audit, including cyber-security Admin/IT 1 Nov 2026 G-3.4.2 Develop and adopt an IT Strategic Plan Admin/IT 1 Jan 2027 P-3.5 Streets and Sidewalks
G-3.5.1 Complete repairs to get current on all sidewalk and ADA improvements PW 2 Ongoing G-3.5.2 Significantly increase parking enforcement capabilities PD 1 DONE S-4 Preserve the Village Character - Start here on 3-24-2026 P-4.1 Design Review
G-4.1.1 Adopt updated Design guidelines and Zoning Code - Design Traditions 1.5 Project (City Council) CPB 1 Dec 2026 G-4.1.2 Certify LCP amendment for updated Design Guidelines and Zoning Code (Coastal Commission) CPB 1 Mar 2027 G-4.1.3 Reinstate the Design Review Board (DRB) CPB 3 TBD G-4.1.4 Complete Objective Design and Development Standards for affordable units (ODDS) CPB 1 April 2027 P-4.2 Housing Policy and Community Sustainability
G-4.2.1 Adopt ADU ordinance (City Council) CPB 1 Dec 2026 G-4.2.2 Certify LCP amendment for ADU Ordinance (Coastal Commission) CPB 1 Mar 2027 G-4.2.3 Adopt Housing Element amendment to move units from City lots (City Council) CPB 1 DONE G-4.2.4 Certification of Housing Element amendment to move units from City lots (CA State HCD) CPB 1 DONE G-4.2.5 Research policy options in response to accelerating population loss / loss of families with children Admin/CPB 2 TBD G-4.2.6 Implement the City's 6th Cycle Housing Element Admin/CPB 1 Ongoing P-4.3 Downtown Beautification
G-4.3.1 Develop Streetscape Plan for downtown (added July 2026) PW 1 TBD 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 1 Mar 2027 G-5.1.2 Implement technologies to support routine staff tasks and free up time for enhanced customer service CPB/IT 1 Ongoing G-5.1.3 Implement a citywide customer service program CPB/IT 1 Dec 2026 S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities Page 2 of 3 ATTACHMENT 6

City Council Strategic Priorities Responsible
Department Priority Level Target Goal Completion
Last Updated: 9/29/2026 (Changes in RED font)
G-5.1.4 Develop performance metrics, KPI's, public dashboard (Added July 2026) Admin/IT 2 Mar 2027 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 1 Ongoing S-6 Implement the City's Adopted Plans
P-6.1 Climate Action (C) and Adaptation (D) Plan
P-6.2 Housing Element - Cycle 6
P-6.3 Carmel Forest Management Plan
P-6.4 Community Wildfire Prevention Program (CWPP)
P-6.5 IT Strategic Plan
P-6.6 Library Master Plan
P-6.7 Mission Trails Nature Preserve Master Plan
Future Projects - These are projects that are important, but are not actively being worked on by City Staff until directed by Council.

F-1 Explore Opportunities for Flanders Mansion Admin TBD F-2 Provide presentation to Council on the process required to sell the Scout House and receive direction Admin/PW TBD F-3 Carmel Area Wastewater District (CAWD) Bridge to Everywhere Project CPB TBD F-4 Undergrounding Power Lines separate from Rule 20A PW TBD F-5 Build city-owned conduit system for data (currently Comcast owned) Admin/IT TBD F-6 Implement a parking and traffic management program Admin/CPB TBD F-7 Receive Council approval on revised investment portfolio approach Admin/Finance S = Strategy; P = Priority; G = Goal Council Strategic Priorities Page 3 of 3 ATTACHMENT 6

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
City Council
Staff Report
October 5, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Jane Hogan, Accountant
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Acting City Administrator SUBJECT: August 2026 Check Register Summary
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the check register for August 2026.

BACKGROUND / SUMMARY:

The check register is a financial report generated from the City's financial system (Attachment 1). It categorizes checks by the responsible department or function, providing essential information such as the check number, vendor name, purchase description, check issue date, and the check amount.

Per the California Supreme Court's decision in the case of Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors v. Superior Court (Dec. 29, 2016) (2016 WL 7473802), the check register excludes the specific invoice payments for legal services incurred for pending and active investigations, pending and active litigation, as well as recently concluded matters. The Supreme Court has ruled that these specific invoices are protected under attorney-client privilege and therefore are not subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.

The check register provides valuable insights into the City's financial transactions, ensuring transparency and accountability in our financial operations. The exclusion of certain legal services payments adheres to the California Supreme Court's guidelines, safeguarding attorney-client privilege. The contract balance information further enhances our financial transparency.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The check register summary for August 2026 totals $1,766,795.35.

PRIOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION:

Council ratified the July 2026 check register at the August 31, 2026 special council meeting.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. August 2026 Check Register

ATTACHMENT 1
August 2026 Check Register
Check No. Vendor/Employee Transaction Description Date Amount Department: 000 ___
58233 Cty of Monterey Auditor-Controller Jul 2026 Citation revenue 08/06/2026 11,162.50 58336 Visit Carmel CRID remittance Apr-Jun 2026 08/14/2026 89,384.57 58374 See Monterey May-Jun 2026 TID remittance 08/21/2026 137,528.94 58380 Visit Carmel May-Jun 2026 CHID 08/21/2026 403,721.76 Total for Department: 000 ___ 641,797.77
Department: 110 City Council
58245 Mayon Capital, Inc Mail Delivery Service 08/06/2026 5,500.00 58249 Office Depot, Inc. Office Supplies City Council 08/06/2026 68.04 58261 US Bank League of Cities Annual Conf. 2026 Registration Fee - Buder 08/06/2026 675.00 58261 US Bank League of Cities Annual Conf. 2026 Registration Fee - Byrne 08/06/2026 675.00 58273 AIM Youth Mental Health Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58275 American Legion Post 512 Carmel Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58284 Carmel Bach Festival, Inc Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58286 Carmel Little League Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58288 Carmel Padre Parents 2026-27 Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58290 Carmel Residents Association Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58291 Carmel Woman's Club Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58292 Carmel Youth Center Inc Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58293 CHS-ASB Mock Trial Current year Grant 08/14/2026 3,000.00 58298 Community Human Services Current year allocation 08/14/2026 20,875.00 58313 Loaves, Fishes and Computers Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58316 Monterey County Film Commission Grant:Marketing 08/14/2026 4,000.00 58317 Monterey Peninsula Ballet Theatre Current year Grant 08/14/2026 1,000.00 58349 Carmel Dance Festival Current year Grant 08/21/2026 1,000.00 58355 Community Human Services Grant FY 26-27 08/21/2026 1,000.00 58360 I Cantori Di Carmel Current year Grant 08/21/2026 1,000.00 58367 Monterey County Rape Crisis Center Current year Grant 08/21/2026 1,000.00 58398 US Bank IL FORNAIO CARMEL July 6, 2026, City Council meeting Dinner 08/28/2026 166.32 58398 US Bank CALIFORNIAPIZZAKITCHEN City Council Dinner July 7, 2026 08/28/2026 181.90 58398 US Bank AMAZON.COM*564933C71 City Council meeting dinner 8-3-2026 08/28/2026 156.97 58398 US Bank CALIFORNIAPIZZAKITCHEN August 4, 2026, City Council Meeting Dinner 08/28/2026 105.84 Total for Department: 110 City Council 49,404.07
Department: 111 City Administration
58224 AT&T Citywide telephone service 08/06/2026 1,257.53 58225 AT&T Telephone service Citywide 08/06/2026 1,032.14 58229 Cintas Corp 2 (First Aid) First Aid supplies Admin 08/06/2026 17.47 58231 CivicPlus LLC Agenda Management System annual cost 08/06/2026 10,634.94 58240 Iron Mountain Records management 08/06/2026 990.13 58247 Municipal Resource Group, LLC Coaching services June 2026 08/06/2026 1,560.00 58248 Netfile, Inc Annual Subscription (Form 700, Campaign, and Ethics) 08/06/2026 4,950.00 58249 Office Depot, Inc. Office supplies: Admin 08/06/2026 215.88 58251 City Mgmt Advisors LLC Professional services:PBD director search 08/06/2026 9,000.00 58253 Robert Harary Reimburse travel expenses for interview panel 7/15/2026 08/06/2026 758.83 58256 SRS Private Investigations Pre-employment report services 08/06/2026 205.00 58258 T-Mobile Citywide phone sales and service 08/06/2026 339.96 58260 Universal Staffing Inc Temporary staffing services:City Hall V Gorn 08/06/2026 7,519.80 58261 US Bank IN *PRESENT A PLAQUE LLC Certificate frames for City proclamations 08/06/2026 160.89 58261 US Bank COMFOR TEK SEATING INC Chair Purchase 08/06/2026 246.08 58261 US Bank OPENAI *CHATGPT SUBSCR Chat GPT Subscription 08/06/2026 20.00 58261 US Bank LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CIT League of Cities Conference 08/06/2026 675.00 58261 US Bank TST*RISE AND ROAM PIZZER PW Meeting 08/06/2026 74.46 58261 US Bank TST* CYPRESS INN CARMEL B Brad, Marisa Meeting 08/06/2026 92.65 58261 US Bank JEJU KITCHEN Meeting with Beth Bowman to discuss City Business and Leases 08/06/2026 82.89 58261 US Bank TST*ALVARADO STREET BREW Shari and Brandon Meeting on CIP/Beach 08/06/2026 61.15 58261 US Bank CCI*CONSTANT-CONTACT constant contact monthly subscription 08/06/2026 152.00 58261 US Bank STICKER MULE City of Carmel stickers 08/06/2026 210.85 58261 US Bank GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFF Training 08/06/2026 105.00 58261 US Bank TST*ALVARADO STREET BREW Trayer + Marisa CSO Interviews 08/06/2026 47.30 58261 US Bank STARBUCKS 06707 PM Panel Interview 08/06/2026 26.70 58261 US Bank IL FORNAIO CARMEL PM Interview Panel 08/06/2026 49.73 58261 US Bank CCSI METROFAX HR Fax 08/06/2026 11.95
58261 US Bank ALTA LANGUAGE SERVICES 08/06/2026 113.00
58261 US Bank LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CIT League of CA Cities Conference 08/06/2026 675.00 58261 US Bank SQ *HAIFA COFFEEHOUSE Meeting June 17th - City Staff 08/06/2026 17.30

ATTACHMENT 1
58261 US Bank EL BISTRO BY THE SEA Lunch Meal Meeting w/ Employee/Residents 08/06/2026 142.14 58261 US Bank TST*ALVARADO STREET BREW HR Meeting w/ City of Monterey 08/06/2026 62.56 58261 US Bank CUSTOMINK LLC Emp Appreciation 08/06/2026 3,170.00 58261 US Bank MICROSOFT-G164026107 Cloud Software 08/06/2026 808.45 58261 US Bank BITWARDEN Cloud Software 08/06/2026 115.00 58261 US Bank FRESHWORKS INC Cloud software 08/06/2026 820.00 58261 US Bank ZOOM.COM 888-799-9666 Cloud Software 08/06/2026 645.85 58261 US Bank BACKBLAZE INC Cloud Software 08/06/2026 104.43 58261 US Bank ADOBE INC Cloud Software 08/06/2026 971.56 58261 US Bank FRESHWORKS INC Cloud Software 08/06/2026 509.00 58261 US Bank JUNCTION NETWORKS, INC Phone System 08/06/2026 855.35 58261 US Bank JUNCTION NETWORKS, INC Phone Usage 08/06/2026 398.20 58261 US Bank JUNCTION NETWORKS, INC Phone System usage 08/06/2026 397.29 58261 US Bank GOOGLE*CLOUD D9TGNM Cloud Software 08/06/2026 9.71 58264 XEROX Business Solutions Waste toner-Ctiy Hall 08/06/2026 579.96 58287 Carmel Mission Basilica Larson Field Parking Lot facility rental 8/11--8/13/26 Car Week 08/14/2026 3,300.00 58289 Carmel Pine Cone Legal Notice Carmel Pine Cone (City Clerk only) 08/14/2026 425.00 58300 Copies By-The-Sea Agenda packet printing, Election packet printing 08/14/2026 854.77 58312 IAMP Pro Audio/Anthony J. Nocita A/V support: Set-up, live production, assoc suport of city meeti 08/14/2026 2,953.75 58326 Same Day Shred Shredding services-Admin 08/14/2026 55.00 58328 SRS Private Investigations Pre-employment report services 08/14/2026 160.00 58330 Traffic Patterns Recuritment services, NEOGOV implementation and on-call Human Re 08/14/2026 2,175.00 58333 Universal Staffing Inc Temporary staffing services:City Hall V Gorn 08/14/2026 1,992.00 58347 Amazon Web Services Inc AWS Cloud Services 08/21/2026 1,790.40 58348 AT&T Citywide telephone service 08/21/2026 2,089.45 58353 Comcast Cable services 08/21/2026 53.29
58354 Comcast Business CALNET - NONCGEN Recurring charges 08/21/2026 644.40 58365 Minuteman Press Budget Books 08/21/2026 1,182.30
58382 XEROX Business Solutions Copiers usage 08/21/2026 639.76 58383 Xerox Financial Services MRC copier Leases 08/21/2026 2,905.06 58393 Municipal Resource Group, LLC Investigations: CDD director 08/28/2026 3,120.00 58395 Office Depot, Inc. Office supplies Admin 08/28/2026 265.22 58396 Pak Mail Carmel Large Format Map Carmel Addresses 08/28/2026 198.00 58397 SRS Private Investigations Pre-employment report services 08/28/2026 330.00 58398 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*CA5EA58J3 Office Supply 08/28/2026 44.72 58398 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*6A7WX6IE3 Office Supply 08/28/2026 8.18 58398 US Bank AMAZON RETA* 5N5Z758Y1 Office Supply purchase 08/28/2026 11.67 58398 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*5N4CV7XR0 Office supply purchase 08/28/2026 81.78 58398 US Bank OPENAI *CHATGPT SUBSCR Chat GPT Subscription 08/28/2026 20.00 58398 US Bank TST*ALVARADO STREET BREW Meeting with Megan to Discuss PG&E 08/28/2026 62.46 58398 US Bank CCI*CONSTANT-CONTACT monthly subscription - July 2026 08/28/2026 152.00 58398 US Bank IIMC International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) Annual Dues 08/28/2026 195.00 58398 US Bank CARMEL* VL3682 parting gift for temp 08/28/2026 10.35 58398 US Bank TARGET.COM * PW Director Panel Purchases 08/28/2026 47.81 58398 US Bank CARMEL COFFEE HOUSE & ROA PW Director Panel Morning 08/28/2026 47.08 58398 US Bank TST*ALVARADO STREET BREW PW Director Panel Lunch 08/28/2026 142.02 58398 US Bank CCSI METROFAX HR Fax line 08/28/2026 11.95 58398 US Bank CALPELRA CALPELRA MEMBERSHIP 08/28/2026 390.00 58398 US Bank TST* PORTOLA HOTEL - PETE Employee Appreciation 08/28/2026 76.26 58398 US Bank REPLIT, INC. Cloud Software 08/28/2026 100.00 58398 US Bank MICROSOFT#G170437857 Cloud Software 08/28/2026 785.25 58398 US Bank BITWARDEN Cloud Software 08/28/2026 123.81 58398 US Bank FRESHWORKS INC Cloud Software 08/28/2026 820.00 58398 US Bank ZOOM.COM 888-799-9666 Cloud Software 08/28/2026 645.85 58398 US Bank ADOBE INC Cloud Software 08/28/2026 971.56 58398 US Bank BACKBLAZE INC Cloud Software 08/28/2026 101.06 58398 US Bank FRESHWORKS INC Cloud Software 08/28/2026 509.00 58398 US Bank GOOGLE*CLOUD D9TGNM Cloud Software 08/28/2026 10.40 58398 US Bank OPENAI *CHATGPT SUBSCR Cloud Software 08/28/2026 418.85 58398 US Bank FS COM INC Networking equipment for Church of the Wayfarer 08/28/2026 84.95 58398 US Bank MISAC Annual MISAC conference 08/28/2026 725.00 58398 US Bank MISAC Annual Misac conference 08/28/2026 725.00 58398 US Bank JUNCTION NETWORKS, INC Phone System 08/28/2026 853.22 58398 US Bank JUNCTION NETWORKS, INC Phone System usage 08/28/2026 397.00 58398 US Bank JUNCTION NETWORKS, INC Phone System usage 08/28/2026 397.10 Total for Department: 111 City Administration 84,995.86 Department: 112 City Attorney
58228 Burke,Williams & Sorensen, LLP Legal Services: General City Business 08/06/2026 58,652.75 58280 Best Best & Krieger, Attorney At Law Legal fees:Telecommunications issue, Verizon litigation 08/14/2026 4,465.00 Total for Department: 112 City Attorney 63,117.75

ATTACHMENT 1
Department: 115 Community Planning & Building
58237 FedEx Volume Study DS 26117 (Louth) 08/06/2026 16.24 58241 IWORQ Software Management and Support Sept 2026 - Aug 2027 08/06/2026 500.00 58244 Margaret Clovis HE 26227 (Bonner) 08/06/2026 474.00 58249 Office Depot, Inc. CP&B Supplies - Planning-credit memo taken 3 x 08/06/2026 411.47 58261 US Bank SWENSON & SILACCI FLOWERS Swenson & Silacci: Flowers for Commission Allen 08/06/2026 90.65 58261 US Bank AIRTABLE.COM/BILL Airtable: Affordable Housing Project (no receipt) 08/06/2026 48.00 58261 US Bank COURSERA.ORG Coursera: Training for Shelby Gorman 08/06/2026 49.00 58261 US Bank LAKEHOUSE HOTEL & RESORT CMCA CMC Institute Training - Shelby Gorman 08/06/2026 640.07 58261 US Bank ALASKA AIR 0272148552229 CMCA CMC Institute Training - Shelby Gorman 08/06/2026 286.80 58261 US Bank ALLEGRO PIZZERIA Allegro Pizzeria: June 2026 Planning Commission 08/06/2026 153.00 58261 US Bank SAFEWAY.COM #2669 Safeway: May 2026 Planning Commission - REFUND 08/06/2026 -59.99 58261 US Bank INT'L CODE COUNCIL INC ICC: Code Books 08/06/2026 196.10 58261 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*RR2AS6T63 Amazon: Bike Parts 08/06/2026 76.76 58261 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*4Q99819W3 Amazon: Bike Parts 08/06/2026 14.96 58261 US Bank PY *CALIFORNIA BUILDING O CALBO: Virtual Education Week - SCL 08/06/2026 450.00 58261 US Bank WEST COAST CODE CONSULTAN WC3 Academy: Commercial Plan Examiner - SCL 08/06/2026 247.00 58261 US Bank HOMEDEPOT.COM Home Depot: Code Compliance Supplies 08/06/2026 36.84 58261 US Bank Statement 07062026 08/06/2026 2,229.19
58289 Carmel Pine Cone 8/19/26 Planning Commission 1/2 08/14/2026 380.25 58296 City Of Monterey CPB CPR/AED Training 08/14/2026 150.00 58314 Margaret Clovis HE 26269 (Halleen) 08/14/2026 474.00 58335 Veronica Tam and Associates Sites Inventory and Programs - Jul 2026 08/14/2026 1,827.50 58364 Margaret Clovis HE 26283 (Hoang) 08/21/2026 1,422.00 58365 Minuteman Press 500 Business Cards - Erin Lewis 08/21/2026 171.57 58386 Carmel Pine Cone 8/19/26 Planning Commission 2/2 08/28/2026 1,560.00 58387 Engineered Fire Systems Plan Review - July 2026 08/28/2026 540.00 58398 US Bank AIRTABLE.COM/BILL Airtable: Affordable Housing Project (no receipt) 08/28/2026 48.00 58398 US Bank COURSERA.ORG FY 2025-2026 Coursera: Training for Shelby Gorman 08/28/2026 49.00 58398 US Bank LAKEHOUSE HOTEL & RESORT FY 2025-2026 Lakehouse Hotel & Resort: CMC Institute Training - SG 08/28/2026 129.60 58398 US Bank AMERICAN HEART SHOPCPR ShopCPR: Student Workbooks 08/28/2026 63.54 58398 US Bank PY *CALIFORNIA PRESERVATI FY 27 CA Preservation Training 08/28/2026 360.00 58398 US Bank CARMEL PRINT & COPY Carmel Print & Copy: Reimbursable copy of plans 08/28/2026 223.30 Total for Department: 115 Community Planning & Bu 13,258.85 Department: 116 Police
58224 AT&T Telephone services 08/06/2026 373.75
58234 County of Santa Clara-Sheriff Office COPLINK South Bay Information Sharing System Annual Billing 08/06/2026 868.53 58238 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and oil - PD 08/06/2026 960.11 58239 Image Sales Employee badges 08/06/2026 34.18
58252 Raya Automotive PD Vehicle repairs 08/06/2026 921.77 58254 Rydin Decal Parking Permit Stickers 08/06/2026 918.92 58255 Seaside Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep PD Vehicle repairs 08/06/2026 3,481.87 58259 Transunion Risk & Alterna Monthly fee for Information Services 08/06/2026 100.00 58261 US Bank BAS*CUSTOMPRINTS Refund for a late delivery regarding the evac drill. 08/06/2026 -141.33 58261 US Bank POSITIVE PROMOTIONS National Night Out products 08/06/2026 441.95 58261 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*FE92U98V3 VIPS Expense please: Whistles. 08/06/2026 28.77 58261 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*AY4Y61RC3 Splitter and bracket for TV: Training and EOC related 08/06/2026 160.25 58261 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*QY49738O3 Training Room TV for Emergency Ops and training 08/06/2026 606.86 58261 US Bank SAFE LIFE DEFENSE Name tags for employees 08/06/2026 100.95 58261 US Bank J HIGGINS LTD Two Class A hats: Chief and Commander 08/06/2026 244.00 58261 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*8H6M93U33 acoustic panels for interview room at PD 08/06/2026 304.59 58261 US Bank FASTRAK VIOLATION CENT 08/06/2026 12.29
58261 US Bank ALAMEDASHFRTCSERVICE FEE Credit card fee 08/06/2026 8.07 58261 US Bank ALAMEDACNTYSHERIFFRTCPAY EVOC Training for Clifford 08/06/2026 324.00 58262 Veritone, Inc Annual subscription-State mandated Police Contact Statistics 08/06/2026 1,500.00 58263 Verizon Wireless Sales and services 08/06/2026 4,386.02 58351 Carmel Towing & Garage Towing services 08/21/2026 855.00 58352 Cintas Corp 2 (First Aid) First aid kit maintenance 08/21/2026 160.41 58359 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and oil - PD 08/21/2026 2,411.49 58362 JRW Investments PD Uniform and service clothes 08/21/2026 1,375.21 58363 LC Action Police Supply, LTD Weapons purchases 08/21/2026 8,538.58 58366 Monterey County Animal Services Animal control services Q4 FY 2025-26 08/21/2026 297.00 58368 Motorola Solutions Inc Radios and batteries PD 08/21/2026 16,954.88 58369 Office Depot, Inc. Office supplies - PD 08/21/2026 624.18 58370 Point Emblems Police Dept-Badges and insignia 08/21/2026 928.08 58372 Same Day Shred PD-Document shredding services 08/21/2026 75.00 58376 T2 Systems Canada Inc. PD:Digital iris services 08/21/2026 575.00 58377 T2 Systems, Inc Misc invoices 08/21/2026 15,409.57 58379 Uretsky Security Security service 08/21/2026 1,600.00 58381 Wilana, LLC dba Swift Car Wash Car washes-PD 08/21/2026 160.00 58388 GovWorx Inc CommsCoach Train Simms Bundle Annual Subscription 08/28/2026 3,000.00

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58398 US Bank EVIDENT Equipment like gloves 08/28/2026 182.84 58398 US Bank EVIDENT gloves and supplies 08/28/2026 814.00 58398 US Bank GRAINGER Decibel readers for car week (4) 08/28/2026 1,435.37 58398 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*W664L6KJ3 jump kits for all patrol cars 08/28/2026 275.62 58398 US Bank AMAZON.COM*CU4MG8N03 Batteries for sound meters: Car Week per Chief Trayer 08/28/2026 68.76 58398 US Bank SP AMERICAN LOCK KEY Spare keys for new vehicles 08/28/2026 59.00 58398 US Bank SP N-EAR item not found - refunded 08/28/2026 322.97 58398 US Bank BRILLIANT SWAG swag for car week etc 08/28/2026 237.06 Total for Department: 116 Police 71,995.57
Department: 117 Fire
58230 City Of Monterey Fire Services Jul 2025- Jun 2026 08/06/2026 477,723.00 58238 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and Oil - Fire 08/06/2026 423.71 58246 Mission Linen Service Uniform laundry service 08/06/2026 780.30 58277 American Supply Company Fire Dept Janitorial supplies 08/14/2026 413.89 58309 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and Oil - Ambulance 08/14/2026 567.10 58315 Mission Linen Service Uniform laundry service 08/14/2026 322.12 58389 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and Oil - Fire 08/28/2026 222.03 58392 Mission Linen Service Uniform laundry service 08/28/2026 323.23 Total for Department: 117 Fire 480,775.38
Department: 118 Ambulance
58226 Bauer Compressors Service call Bauer compressor 08/06/2026 895.37 58227 Bound Tree Medical LLC Medical supplies 08/06/2026 934.26 58235 Dr. James Stubblefield, MD, Inc Medical director services: 8/10/2026-2/10/2027 08/06/2026 8,500.00 58238 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and Oil - Ambulance 08/06/2026 406.57 58242 JD Repairs, Inc Amubulance repairs:F-450 08/06/2026 13,428.88 58257 Teleflex LLC c/o Teleflex Funding LLC Medical supplies AMB 08/06/2026 1,857.25 58281 Bound Tree Medical LLC Medical supplies 08/14/2026 1,101.66 58309 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and Oil - Ambulance 08/14/2026 411.49 58322 Peninsula Welding & Medical Supply, inc.Amb Dept:Oxygen/hazardous materials transport service 08/14/2026 103.20 58338 Wittman Enterprises, LLC 6% net of ambulance revenue 08/14/2026 6,021.28 58356 Davis & Goldmark Inc Trust invoice Amb. 08/21/2026 43.45 58361 JD Repairs, Inc Fire Dept vehicle repairs 08/21/2026 405.00 58385 Bound Tree Medical LLC Medical supplies 08/28/2026 619.94 58389 HASCO Stations, LLC Gas and Oil - Ambulance 08/28/2026 285.46 58390 JD Repairs, Inc Fire Dept vehicle repairs 08/28/2026 7,001.85 Total for Department: 118 Ambulance 42,015.66
Department: 119 Public Works
58261 US Bank Statement 07062026 08/06/2026 5,967.61
58261 US Bank SQ *FEDERICO EMBROIDERY FY 25/26 Safety Vest 08/06/2026 22.50 58261 US Bank 360TRAINING.COM Kyle Hazmat training FY 25/26 08/06/2026 49.00 58261 US Bank TST*CARMEL BAKERY 08/06/2026 20.91
58261 US Bank SIGNWORKS PD Light balls 08/06/2026 156.94 58261 US Bank FUSE HVAC APPLIANCE R Dishwasher troubleshooting and diagnosis, Carmel fire station 08/06/2026 99.00 58261 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT #6967 Dishwasher replacement for Carmel fire station with haul away and installation 08/06/2026 1,817.11 58261 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT #6967 Shower rod and curtain for police department, female restroom 08/06/2026 101.56 58261 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT #6967 Fm supplies 08/06/2026 464.30 58261 US Bank PETCO 1308 Fish pond supplies 08/06/2026 102.12 58261 US Bank SP CHOICE BUILDER SOL Six ADA compliant mirrors for all public restrooms 08/06/2026 1,574.32 58261 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT 6967 Fm various supplies 08/06/2026 666.42 58261 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT 6967 08/06/2026 232.31
58261 US Bank HILTON LA UNIVRSAL CTY - Forestry Training 08/06/2026 349.81 58261 US Bank HILTON LA UNIVRSAL CTY - Forestry Training 08/06/2026 311.31 58272 Ailing House Pest Control City wide pest control 08/14/2026 392.00 58274 Always Under Pressure PM on all units service call 08/14/2026 355.00 58276 American Lock & Key Key work at City locations 08/14/2026 1,256.44 58278 Angeles Premium Construction, Inc demo and install 4 new wood doors 08/14/2026 10,490.00 58283 California Fire Protection, Inc. Fire extinguisher maint. at city faciliteis 08/14/2026 1,375.00 58294 Cintas Corp 2 (First Aid) PW firt aid re-stock 08/14/2026 149.83 58295 Cintas Corporation Uniforms for PW 08/14/2026 1,262.45 58297 Coastal Fabrication Company Inc CH light pole make up 08/14/2026 434.15 58299 Community Tree Service Tree work as directed by City Forester 08/14/2026 52,700.00 58302 Edges Electrical Group Electrical supplies for facilites 08/14/2026 2,111.56 58304 Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Electrical supplies for facilites 08/14/2026 745.94 58305 Forestry Suppliers, Inc Forestry Materials and supplies 08/14/2026 616.81 58306 Golden State Portables Porta pottys for City events 08/14/2026 4,378.21 58307 Granite Construction Company Supplies for asphaltfor streets division 08/14/2026 1,197.78 58308 Granite Rock Company Streets Supplies 08/14/2026 181.57 58309 HASCO Stations, LLC Fuel for PUBLIC WORKS Vehicles 08/14/2026 3,146.07

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58310 Hayward Lumber Supplies for Streets Division 08/14/2026 524.07 58318 Monty Everett Boot reinbursement 08/14/2026 322.30 58319 Municipal Maintenance Equipment Sweeper gutter brooms and repair 08/14/2026 3,779.49 58320 Office Depot, Inc. PW Division supplies 08/14/2026 54.61 58324 Poes Plumbing & Backflow Plumbing for City facilites 08/14/2026 2,059.19 58325 Rental Depot - Monterey Bump signs 08/14/2026 322.71 58327 Scarborough Lumber & Building PW Streets Division Supplies 08/14/2026 411.83 58331 Uline Inc. Folding table for CH 08/14/2026 1,657.18 58332 Underground Service Alert Nor Cal USA state fees 08/14/2026 1,460.31 58334 Val Gaino Travel reinbursement- conference 08/14/2026 570.11 58357 Denise Duffy & Associates Consulting services 08/21/2026 10,313.08 58358 Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Supplis for City wide projects 08/21/2026 1,278.45 58371 Robert Half Temporary tree permit tech 08/21/2026 5,464.83 58373 Scarborough Lumber & Building PW Streets Diviosion Supplies 08/21/2026 34.02 58378 Town and Country Gardening Professional landscaping and garden services 08/21/2026 18,077.67 58384 Zero Waste USA Pink Mutt Mitts 08/21/2026 6,642.40 58398 US Bank PANERA BREAD #601799 O PW Staff Meeting and Team Development 08/28/2026 37.98 58398 US Bank SQ *LITTLE SWISS CAFE Management Lunch Meeting 08/28/2026 58.80 58398 US Bank SPO*CARMELBELLE Team Meeting/Development_ Coffee 08/28/2026 14.05 58398 US Bank PANERA BREAD #601799 O PW Staff Meeting and Team Development 08/28/2026 87.56 58398 US Bank AMAZON.COM*075KU93D3 Car week speed bumps 08/28/2026 607.62 58398 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT 6967 Asphalt sealer 08/28/2026 82.96 58398 US Bank SP NAC SUPPLY AC tack oil sprayer 08/28/2026 1,929.00 58398 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*Q86LF3PE3 New bucket truck side step 08/28/2026 185.71 58398 US Bank AMAZON MKTPL*BL35D9B83 New bucket truck floor mats 08/28/2026 98.31 58398 US Bank WWW.APWA.NET APWA membership 08/28/2026 252.00 58398 US Bank WWW.APWA.NET APWA application fee 08/28/2026 95.00 58398 US Bank WWW.APWA.NET APWA membership 08/28/2026 252.00 58398 US Bank VANDAL STOP Replacement mirrors for public restrooms 08/28/2026 130.68 58398 US Bank GRAINGER Replacement filters for public restroom, hand dryers 08/28/2026 141.56 58398 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT #6967 Tool 08/28/2026 422.83 58398 US Bank STARBUCKS STORE 16626 Forestry 08/28/2026 12.20 58398 US Bank STARBUCKS STORE 16626 Forestry 08/28/2026 18.95 Total for Department: 119 Public Works 150,127.49
Department: 120 Library
58250 Pacific Grove Self Storage Storage Unit - Document storage - Aug 2026 08/06/2026 812.00 Total for Department: 120 Library 812.00
Department: 121 Community Activities
58261 US Bank THE HOME DEPOT #6967 Credit for Home Depot - Wrap-it storage straps 08/06/2026 98.66 58394 National Parking & Valet Shuttle and Valet services 08/28/2026 25,497.00 Total for Department: 121 Community Activities 25,595.66 Department: 122 Economic Revitalization
58285 Carmel Chamber of Commerce Vistor Center Operating Grant 08/14/2026 30,000.00 Total for Department: 122 Economic Revitalization 30,000.00 Department: 130 Non-Departmental
58223 Alliant Insurance Services Commercial Crime Police 01-801-75-06 Eff 7/1/2026 08/06/2026 1,544.00 58323 Pitney Bowes Global Fin S Postage meter lease 08/14/2026 836.55 Total for Department: 130 Non-Departmental 2,380.55
Department: 311 Capital Projects
58303 Edwin Alonso/New Image Painting Replaced 14 exterior french windows, prep and paint 08/14/2026 27,000.00 58321 Opticos Design, Inc ODDS - July 2026 08/14/2026 1,329.00 Total for Department: 311 Capital Projects 28,329.00
Department: 513 Vehicles & Equipment
58232 ComSonics Police Scooters Computers 08/06/2026 82,189.74 Total for Department: 513 Vehicles & Equipment 82,189.74 Grand Total 1,766,795.35

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
City Council
Staff Report
October 5, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Nova Romero, City Clerk
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Acting City Administrator SUBJECT: Resolution 2026-068 establishing the meeting dates of the City Council for calendar year 2027
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution 2026-068 establishing the meeting dates of the City Council for calendar year 2027.

BACKGROUND / SUMMARY:

The Municipal Code requires the City Council to adopt an annual meeting calendar by December for the following year. To prepare this calendar, the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem reviewed the proposed 2027 meeting schedule. The attached Resolution (Attachment 1) lists the proposed Regular and Special City Council meeting dates for 2027.

Under the Municipal Code, Regular Meetings are generally held on the first Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. A Special Meeting is typically scheduled for the Monday prior to the Regular Meeting, unless otherwise established from time to time. When a Tour of Inspection is scheduled on the same day as a Regular or Special Meeting, the time and location of the tour will be included in that meeting’s agenda.

The proposed 2027 calendar (shown below, and included in Attachment 1) also adjusts for holidays that fall in the first week of the month to avoid conflicts:

*Due to a holiday at the beginning of the month
Adoption of the attached Resolution will set a consistent meeting schedule for the 2027 calendar year, while allowing enough time for staff to prepare and for the Council to review upcoming agendas.

Special Council Meeting
(Monday)
3:00 p.m.

City Council Regular Meeting
(Tuesday)
4:30 p.m.

January 11* January 12*
February 1 February 2
March 1 March 2
April 5 April 6
May 3 May 4
June 7 June 8
July 12* July 13
August 2 August 3
September 13* September 14*
October 4 October 5
November 1 November 2
December 6 December 7
FISCAL IMPACT:

None for this action.

PRIOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION:

Council routinely adopts the annual meeting schedule by Resolution for the following year at the end of the previous year.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution 2026-068

ATTACHMENT 1

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-068

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

ESTABLISHING THE MEETING DATES OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2027
WHEREAS, Section 2.04.010 of the City’s Municipal Code stipulates that the Council regular meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month beginning at 4:30 p.m. and the Tour of Inspection (Special Meeting) are held on the Monday prior to the regular meeting of the month, unless otherwise established from time to time by Resolution; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem have reviewed the proposed the 2027 Council Meeting Calendar to establish a balanced calendar, taking into consideration City Holidays, to allow sufficient time for agenda packet preparation and review; and WHEREAS, the proposed 2027 City Council Meeting dates are attached as Exhibit A.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMELBY-THE-SEA DOES HEREBY:

Approve the calendar of the City Council Meetings for calendar year 2027 as attached hereto as Exhibit A.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA this 5th day of October, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED: ATTEST:

Dale Byrne Nova Romero, MMC
Mayor City Clerk

ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution No. 2026-068

EXHIBIT A
2027 City Council Meeting Dates
Special Council Meeting
(Monday)
3:00 p.m.

City Council Regular Meeting
(Tuesday)
4:30 p.m.

January 11* January 12*
February 1 February 2
March 1 March 2
April 5 April 6
May 3 May 4
June 7 June 8
July 12* July 13
August 2 August 3
September 13* September 14*
October 4 October 5
November 1 November 2
December 6 December 7
*Due to holiday at the beginning of the month

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
City Council
Staff Report
October 5, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Leslie Fenton, Admin. Analyst
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Acting City Administrator SUBJECT: Resolution 2026-070 approving a request from Girls on the Run Central Coast to hold a "Girls On The Run Family 5K" in Carmelby-the-Sea on Saturday, January 9, 2027, and granting an exemption to Chapter 8.56 of the Municipal Code prohibiting sound amplification and the closure of certain streets and the Del Mar parking lot.

RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution 2026-070 (Attachment 1) approving a request from Girls on the Run Central Coast to hold a "Girls On The Run Family 5K" in Carmel-by-the-Sea on Saturday, January 9, 2027, and granting an exemption to Chapter 8.56 of the Municipal Code prohibiting sound amplification and the closure of certain streets and the Del Mar parking lot.

BACKGROUND / SUMMARY:

The 1st annual "Girls on the Run Family 5K" was held on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

As this was Girls on the Run Central Coast's inaugural run in Carmel-by-the-Sea, registration was capped at 650 participants. The event quickly sold out, leaving many interested runners and walkers disappointed to miss out. Organizers are already receiving inquiries regarding when registration for the 2027 event will open.

Girls on the Run Central Coast submitted an application on September 4, 2026, to the Community Activities Department to hold the 2nd annual "Girls On The Run Family 5K" in Carmel-by-the-Sea on Saturday, January 9, 2027. The application is included as Attachment 2. Girls On The Run Central Coast is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

designed to enhance participants' social, emotional, and physical skills to successfully navigate life experiences.

The 5K run will follow the same course as last year's course, beginning at Sunset Center at 8:30 a.m. and finishing at the Del Mar parking lot. Part of the course runs through the County of Monterey, and the organizers are coordinating with County representatives. San Carlos Street, between Eighth Avenue and Tenth Avenue, and Ninth Avenue between San Carlos Street and Dolores Street will be closed to through traffic from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for start line set-up and the race start. The Del Mar parking lot will be closed to public use from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for finish line activities. Pedestrian access to the beach will not be blocked. The organizers will provide portable restrooms at both the start and finish areas, and coordinate with GreenWaste Recovery for the delivery/pickup of extra trash receptacles. The organizers expect 1000 participants.

Girls on the Run Central Coast has once again received support and grants from the Big Sur International Marathon for the 2027 event.

Event timeline:
• Set up at San Carlos Street between Eighth Avenue and Tenth Avenue - From 5:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
• Set up at Del Mar parking lot - From 5:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. • Take down at San Carlos Street - Immediately after the last runner crosses the START line (Approximately 9:00 a.m.)
• Take down at Del Mar parking lot - From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. • Race start - 8:30 a.m. Approximate race finish - 10:30 a.m. • Volunteers will be stationed at course intersections to stop traffic as runners pass by, and signs will be posted along the course notifying drivers of the presence of runners.
• The organizers will notify the residents in the affected areas and place an ad in the Carmel Pine Cone announcing the race. Signs will be placed along the Scenic Road pathway notifying drivers and walkers that Scenic Road will have limited in and out access between 8:30 a.m. and noon.
• The VIPS will be asked to assist with traffic control. • Medical personnel will be roving the course on bicycles.

Staff discussed the parking issue for such a large event. The organizers will encourage carpooling.

The organizers are also requesting an exemption from Chapter 8.56 of the Municipal Code for the purposes of this special event, beginning at 7:30 a.m. on the day of the race, to allow for public announcements.

The 5K qualifies as a temporary event, exempt from a Coastal Development Permit.

Staff's recommendation is for Council to approve the attached Resolution (Attachment 1) approving the street closure request from Girls on the Run Central Coast to hold a "Girls On The Run Family 5K" in Carmel-by-the-Sea on Saturday, January 9, 2027.

FISCAL IMPACT:

NA
PRIOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION:

November 23, 2025, City Council Special Meeting
ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution 2026-070

2. 1.9.27 Girl on the Run Central Coast - Family 5K Special Event Application

Dale Byrne, Mayor Nova Romero, MMC, City Clerk
ATTACHMENT 1

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-070

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA APPROVING A REQUEST FROM GIRLS ON THE RUN CENTRAL COAST TO HOLD THE 2ND ANNUAL “GIRLS ON THE RUN FAMILY 5K’ ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, 2027, AND GRANTING AN EXEMPTION TO CHAPTER 8.56 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE PROHIBITING SOUND AMPLIFICATION WHEREAS, the 1st “Girls on the Run Family 5K” was held on Saturday, January 10, 2026; and was a very successful event with a capped registration of 650 participants; and WHEREAS, Girls on the Run Central Coast submitted an application to the Community Activities Department on September 4, 2024, to hold the 2nd Annual “Girls on the Run Family 5K” along the same course and with a capped registration of 1000; and
WHEREAS, the event requires the closure of certain City streets and the Del Mar parking lot in conjunction with the event; and
WHEREAS, the event also requires an exemption from Chapter 8.56 of the Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code governing noise regulations throughout the City to allow the organizers to make public announcements.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THESEA, DOES HEREBY:

1. Approve the request from Girls on the Run Central Coast to hold a “Girls on the Run Family 5K” on Saturday, January 9, 2027.

2. Approve the closure of streets and the Del Mar parking lot in conjunction with the event.

3. Approve granting an exception from Chapter 8.56 of the Municipal Code for the purposes of this special event, beginning at 7:30 a.m. on the day of the race, to allow for public announcements.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA this 5th day of October 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED: ATTEST:

Applicant Information
Event Title: Girls on the Run Central Coast - Family 5K Event Date: 01/09/2027 Applicant Name: Kelsey Pearson
Organization: Girls on the Run Central Coast
Phone: 6507705364
Email Address:[email protected]
Mailing Address: PO Box 22272, Carmel, CA 93922
Day-of-Event Contact: Kelsey Pearson Day-of-Event Phone: 6507705364 Event Information
Provide a detailed description of your event, the sequence and types of activities the event will include, event attendees, etc.

The 2nd annual Carmel-by-the-Sea 5K presented by Girls on the Run Central Coast is composed of a 5K fun run/walk. The fun run/walk will begin on San Carlos & 9th and end on Scenic Road at Ocean Avenue. Dogs will be permitted on the Walk. Upon approval, the Event will be held on January 09, 2027. The 5K, with an expected number of 1,000 participants, will begin at 8:30 AM. The finish celebration (awards, free activities, and refreshments) will be located in the Del Mar Parking Lot. Set-up of the announcer platform, tables, port-potties, fencing, and tents begins at approximately 5:00 AM.

We are looking at the timing system and equipment to arrive for set-up at Sunset Center and at the entrance of Del Mar Parking Lot, on Scenic, at 6:45 AM to be set-up. If approved this year, at 10:50 AM the race organizers and volunteers will begin to dismantle the equipment, remove all items, and ensure that the parking lot is left in a pristine condition. The parking lot will be scheduled to reopen to the public at 11:30 AM. (Maps of equipment used follow.) The proceeds will benefit Girls on The Run Central Coast Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization designed to enhance participants' social, emotional and physical skills to successfully navigate life experiences.

Type of Event
Race, Fun Run or Walk, Bike Event
What is the anticipated event attendance, including attendees, volunteers, vendors, etc.? 1,200
Will the event be open to the public?
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98 Yes
Where will your event be held?
On the streets of Carnel-by-the-Sea (Map Attached)
Event Timeline
Actual Event Date : 01/09/2027
When do you plan to start setting up for your event?
January 09, 2027 at 5:00 am
When will you be finished breaking down your event?
January 09, 2027 at 11:30 am
Street Closures
Will this event require any City streets to be closed?
Yes
If yes, how do you plan to manage the traffic control?
I am requesting the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea to perform the traffic control (fees will apply) What street(s) are you requesting to be closed? (Be specific on exactly where the closures will occur) San Carlos between 10th Avenue and Santa Lucia Ave.

Santa Lucia Ave. between San Carlos and Rio Rd.

Rio Rd. Between Santa Lucia Ave. and Lasuen Rd.

Lasuen Rd between Rio Rd. and Dolores St.
15th Avenue between Dolores and Carmelo St.

Carmelo St. between 15th Street and Scenic Rd.

Scenic Rd. Between Carmelo St. and Ocean Ave.
*Only San Carlos bt 8th and 10th, 9th bt San Carlos & Dolores, and the Del Mar parking lot will be closed to traffic.The other intersections on the course will be monitored by volunteers.

Why do you need the requested street(s) closed and what will you be doing on them? For safety; so participants can walk/jog/run freely during the event.

Provide the date and time the street(s) will be closed. 2027-01-09 08:15
Provide the date and time the street(s) will be reopened. 01/09/2027
Parking
Does your event require reservation of parking stalls for loading/unloading, equipment, valet parking, etc.? ATTACHMENT 2

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98 Yes
List the location(s) of and how many parking stall(s) you wish to reserve.

All the stalls in the Del Mar Parking Lot from 5:00 am to the completion of the event at 11:30 am, at which time the parking lot reopens for public use.

Will you be erecting any structures (stanchions, etc.) or placing any objects such as carpeting in the parking stall?
Yes
If yes, per Carmel Municipal Code 12.08.030, a temporary encroachment permit, which will be issued in conjunction with your special event permit is required. Describe in detail all structures/objects and their placement in the road.

Please see Carmel 5K Start/Finish Line Layout Attached
Safety and Security
Do you have a security plan for your event?
Yes
Please describe your security plan including crowd control, internal security and venue safety, or attach the plan to this application.

The directors collaborated with Carmel Police Department, the City of Carmel, the County of Monterey and the California Highway Patrol in planning the event.

Two EMTs will be present at the event, one at the finish area and the other roving the course on a bicycle. Both will be equipped with cell phones and/or 2- way radios for communications as well as a map of the 5k course. Both will have emergency contact information with instructions to contact 911 first for medical emergencies and then to contact Kelsey Pearson.

Intersection volunteers will be given written cards with contact information and emergency instructions to (1) call 911 in the event of an emergency, (2) block or redirect traffic as needed to protect any injured participant in the roadway, (3) call the roving EMT for assistance and (4) not move any injured participant.

The chain of command for emergencies is as follows:

First, Executive Director Kelsey Pearson
Second, Program Coordinator Adrienne Keller
Third, to be assigned. Selected from our 2027 race committee If the Executive Director is unavailable, the Program Coordinator should be consulted. If she is unavailable, then the assigned race committee member should be contacted.

Do you have a medical plan for your event?
Yes
Describe your medical plan. Include the communications plan, the number and certification levels (MD, RD, Paramedic, EMT), and types of resources that will be at your event and the manner in which they will be ATTACHMENT 2

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98 managed and deployed.

Two EMTs will be present at the event, one at the finish area and the other roving the course on a bicycle. Both will be equipped with cell phones and/or 2- way radios for communications as well as a map of the 5k course. Both will have emergency contact information with instructions to contact 911 first for medical emergencies and then to contact Kelsey Pearson.

Accessibility Plan
These questions are intended to serve as a planning guideline and may not be inclusive of all City, County, State and Federal access requirements. You may attach more detailed information if necessary.

Have you developed a disabled parking and/or transportation plan for your event? Yes
If yes, please describe.

Disabled parking is already available at the start and finish of the event.

If an information center is provided at your event will customer services representatives be available to assist disabled individuals?
Yes
If all areas of your event venue cannot be made accessible, will maps, programs, or information be made available to show the location of accessible restrooms, parking, and first aid stations? Yes
Sanitation and Recycling
All events must work with the City's waste management provider (Green Waste) to address recycling and waste diversion. The plan must indicate sufficient staff to handle event cleanup and sufficient equipment placed in effective locations. In the case of a street event, streets will remain closed to allow for adequate cleanup. Post-event cleanup must commence immediately after the end of the event. Litter and trash control shall include the event site and a one-block radius around the event site.

Per Municipal Code Section 8.74, the use of single-use carryout plastic bags is prohibited at any special event. Cups, plates or any type of food or liquid containers made of Styrofoam are not permitted. Only compostable service ware may be used.

Describe your plan for cleanup and removal of recyclable goods, waste and garbage during and after your event, including the number of dumpsters, trash cans, recycling containers, and a plan for waste stream diversion.

Race management will coordinate with Green Waste to have the correct number of trash and recycling bins at the event appropriate to the number of participants, as well as the collection time for these bins to be removed.

Portable Toilets
Per City Policy, all event organizers shall be responsible for providing portable toilets at their events. The number of portable toilets will be based on a formula of at least one for every 250 people, or in the case of large-scale events, as determined by a City Staff Committee. City facilities will not be substituted for the requirement and shall not be included in the formula. Ten percent of the total number of toilets shall be ADA/handicapped accessible. All toilets must have secondary containment. The goal is to have at least one wheelchair accessible toilet in each grouping of portable restrooms.

ATTACHMENT 2

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98 Per City policy, will your event require portable toilets? Yes
If yes, how many portable toilets will you be providing? 10 Provide the date and time that the portable toilets will be delivered. 01/09/2027
Provide the date and time that the portable toilets will be removed. 01/09/2027
Will a minimum of 10% of portable restrooms at your event be accessible? Yes
If no, please describe why.

N/A
Amplified Sound and/or Entertainment
Will your event require amplified sound?
Yes
If yes, please describe type and locations of amplified sound equipment, as well as performers, locations of stages, etc.

San Carlos, between 9th & 10th, starting line. Music & Announcement.

Del Mar Parking Lot, finish line. Music & Announcements.

How will the amplified sound be powered? Please describe.

San Carlos, power outlet requested from Sunset Center
Del Mar Parking Lot, generator (no gas)
Food and Alcohol
If you plan to serve food at your event you will need to obtain a Temporary Food Facility (TFF) permit from the Monterey County Department of Health. More information and the online application can be found on their website https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/health/environmental-health/consumer-health-protectio n/special-events. Please submit a copy of your health department permit along with your application materials.

If you plan to serve alcohol at your event your alcohol provider/pourer will need to provide a copy of their Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license as an attachment to the permit application. For more information on ABC licensing please visit https://www.abc.ca.gov/licensing/
Will you provide food at your event (e.g. catered, food concessions, etc.)? If yes, please describe.

Pre-packaged finish line snacks such as granola bars.

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98 If yes, please describe.

Disabled parking is already available at the start and finish of the event.

Will alcoholic beverages be served at your event?
No
If yes, please describe your security plan to ensure the safe sales or distribution of alcohol at your event.

N/A
Event Notification
An event can change the normal flow of residential and business activity, potentially causing a negative impact to the community. In such cases the Staff Committee may determine that public notice to the surrounding neighborhood is required prior to reaching a decision. The applicant shall be responsible for distributing such notice.

If an event involves a street closure, amplified sound (more than announcements), the sale of alcohol, or more than 200 anticipated attendees, the applicant will be required to notify, in writing, all residents and businesses within 300 feet of the event venue and/or route at least two weeks prior to the Community Activities Commission or City Council meeting at which the event will be considered. The notification must include the following information:
- Name of event.
- Description of the event, including anticipated number of attendees. - Name of person(s) or organization(s) sponsoring the event, with contact information including phone and e- mail.
- Proposed date, time and duration of the event, including setup and tear down. - Proposed street closure(s) and alternative route(s), if applicable. - Use of amplified sound, if applicable.
- Sale or serving of alcohol, if applicable.
- City staff contact information.
- Date, time and location of the public meeting(s) at which the event request will be considered.

The notification may be distributed door-to-door or mailed to the impacted area. A distribution list may be obtained from the Community Planning and Building Department. The applicant must also notice the proposed event in the local newspaper, and is encouraged to use other appropriate means of distribution such as e-mail blasts, and posting the notification on community or shared boards and at the Carmel Chamber of Commerce.

Insurance
The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea requires liability coverage of a minimum of One Million Dollars (or minimum $2,000,000 for large-scale events) for all special events.

ALL property and locations that are to be utilized/insured must be listed and reflect the City's interest in the insured property.

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98 The policy must read as follows: The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea , its public officials, officers, agents, and employees are names as additionally insured in respect to <EVENT> on <DATE>.This information is typed in the "Description of Operations/Locations /Vehicles/Exclusions Added by Endorsement/Special Provisions. • A separate "Additionally Insured" endorsement page, with the same wording as above, is also required. • If applicable, Proof of Workers Compensation is also required. • If applicable, Alcohol Liability Insurance is required.

The policy must specify commencement and expiration dates for coverage of the event. NAME/ADDRESS OF INSURED must read: City of Carmel-by-the-Sea, PO Box CC, Carmel, CA 93921. The name of the insurance company writing the policy, policy number, address phone and fax must be included.

The Insurance Company must be a company doing business in California and must be rated A+ or better. The rating of the company must be attached to the Certificate of Liability/additionally insured Endorsement.

Attachments
If applicable please provide the following attachments via email to [email protected]. Make sure to include the name of your event in the file name.
- Comprehensive event site plan, including but not limited to requested parking stalls, traffic safety barricades, amplified sound/stages, generator locations, food/drink concessions, first aid stations, information booths, trash/recycling, portable toilets, tents, etc.
- A list of all service providers (caterers, fencing, rentals, security, etc.) including business name, address, phone, email, and City of Carmel-by-the-Sea business license number. - Sanitation and Recycling Plan with Green Waste Recovery. - Sample of your notice for distributions to businesses, residents, and other entities that may be impacted by your event.
- Parking and or valet and/or shuttle plan.
- Temporary Food Facility permit from the Monterey County Department of Health - ABC license
- Insurance certificate
Affidavit of Applicant
I certify that the information contained in the foregoing application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that I have read, understand and agree to abide by the rules and regulations governing the proposed Special Event under the Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code.

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98 I understand that this application is made subject to the rules and regulations established by the City Council and/or the City Administrator or the City Administrator's designee.

I agree to comply with any other requirements of the City, County, State, Federal Government, and any other applicable entity which may pertain to the conduct of the Event.

I agree to abide by these rules, and further certify that I, on behalf of the Host Organization, am also authorized to commit that organization, and therefore agree to be financially responsible for any costs and fees that may be incurred by or on behalf of the Event to the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

I understand the insurance documents must be submitted 45 days prior to the event.

I understand that submitting this application acts as a request not a guarantee.

Applicant Name
Kelsey Pearson
Organization
Girls on the Run Central Coast
Date
09/04/2026
ATTACHMENT 2

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
City Council
Staff Report
October 5, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Rob Culver, Public Works Superintendent
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Acting City Administrator SUBJECT: Resolution 2026-071 authorizing the purchase of a 2027 Ford F550 truck with dump bed and lift gate from National Auto Fleet Group under Sourcewell Contract #081325-NAF for $98,576.14 RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution 2026-071 Authorizing the purchase of a 2027 Ford F-550 with Dump Bed and Lift Gate from National Auto Fleet Group under Sourcewell Contract 081325- NAF in the amount of $98,576.14.

BACKGROUND / SUMMARY:

The Public Works Street Divisions 1998 Ford F-400 asphalt maintenance truck is one of the oldest trucks in the Public Works fleet. The 28-year-old truck has reached the end of its service life and is no longer reliable for maintenance operation. This is the primary truck used by staff for maintenance tasks and operations year-round.

A new 2027 Ford F-550 truck with dump bed will be used daily for all aspects of Public Works repairs, storm response, and special events. The truck will be equipped with an electric lift gate to help safely load and unload heavy maintenance equipment.

Quotes were obtained by the National Auto Fleet Group and Sourcewell, a local government procurement agency under contract #081325-NAF (Attachment 2). Staff recommends adoption of a Resolution (Attachment 1) authorizing the purchase of a 2027 Ford F-550 with Dump Bed and Lift Gate from National Auto Fleet Group under Sourcewell Contract 081325-NAF in the amount of $98,576.14.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Funding of $125,000 was included in the Council-approved budget for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 from the Vehicle and Equipment fund Account Number 503-513-00-43005.

PRIOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION:

At the June 2nd, 2026 meeting, Council adopted Resolution 2026-035 approving the FY 2026/2027 Annual Operating and Capital Budget whichIncluded a budget of $125,000 for a new Public Works Patch Truck funded by the Vehicle and Equipment Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution 2026-071

2. 2027 Ford F-550 with Dump Bed and Lift Gate Price Quote

ATTACHMENT 1

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-071

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A 2027 FORD F-550 FROM THE NATIONAL AUTO FLEET GROUP UNDER SOURCEWELL CONTRACT 081325-NAF IN THE AMOUNT OF $98,576.14 WHEREAS, the Public Works Street Division currently operates a 1998 Ford F-400 asphalt maintenance truck as a primary vehicle for year-round maintenance tasks and operations; and WHEREAS, the existing 28-year-old vehicle has reached the end of its useful service life and is no longer reliable for daily maintenance operations; and WHEREAS, A new 2027 Ford F-550 truck with a dump bed will be used daily for all aspects of Public Works repairs, storm response, and special events. The truck will be equipped with an electric lift gate to help safely load and unload heavy maintenance equipment; and WHEREAS, quotes were obtained for a new Public Works patch truck through the National Auto Fleet Group via Sourcewell, a qualified local government cooperative procurement agency, under Contract #081325-NAF; and
WHEREAS, at the June 2nd, 2026, meeting, Council adopted Resolution 2026-035 approving the FY 2026/2027 Annual Operating and Capital Budget, which included a budget of $125,000 for a new Public Works Patch Truck funded by the Vehicle and Equipment Fund.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL BY-THE-SEA:

Authorize the purchase of a 2027 Ford F-550 with Dump Bed and Lift Gate from National Auto Fleet Group under Sourcewell Contract 081325-NAF in the amount of $98,576.14

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA on this 5th day of October 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED: ATTEST:
_________________________ ______________________________ Dale Byrne, Mayor Nova Romero, MMC, City Clerk

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ATTACHMENT 2

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
City Council
Staff Report
October 5, 2026

CONSENT AGENDA
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Jacob Olander, Associate Planner
APPROVED BY: Brandon Swanson, Acting City Administrator SUBJECT: Resolution 2026-072 Partially Granting the Appeal of Bruce and Linda Taylor (APP 26270, McWhorter) by Denying the Rooftop Deck and Otherwise Upholding the Planning Commission’s
Approval of the Coastal Development Permit and Final Design Study for the Property Located at Carmelo Street 2 NE of Ocean Avenue.

Proposed CEQA Action: Find the project categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) and Section 15303 (New Construction or
Conversion of Small Structures) and that none of the exceptions to the exemptions contained in Section 15300.2 can be made in this case.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council adopt a resolution (Attachment 1):

1. Finding the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), State CEQA guidelines and local environmental regulations, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15302 (Class 2) – Replacement or Reconstruction and section 15303 (Class 3) – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures and that no exceptions to the exemption contained in CEQA Guidelines section 15300.2 apply; and

2. Granting Appeal of the rooftop deck By Bruce And Linda Taylor (App 26270 (McWhorter), thereby denying the creation of the rooftop deck above the ADU; and

3. Denying Appeal by Bruce and Linda Taylor (APP 26270, McWhorter) thereby upholding the Planning Commission’s decision:
a. Approving a Coastal Development permit for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a new 1,628-square-foot single-story residence, inclusive of a 425 square foot attached garage and mechanical room; and
b. Approving the Final Design Study Design Study DS 25019 (McWhorter), for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a new 1,628-square-foot single-story residence, inclusive of a 425 square foot attached garage and mechanical room, and associated site improvements located at Carmelo 2 NE of Ocean in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. APN: 010-252-013-000.

BACKGROUND / SUMMARY:

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On July 8, 2026, the Planning Commission adopted a resolution (Reso. 2026-39-PC) approving the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,628-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage and associated site improvements.

The eastern neighbors has appealed the Planning Commission’s decision to approve the project, raising concerns both at the Planning Commission hearing and via their written appeal pertaining to the CEQA exemption, Carmel Municipal Code (CMC) zoning standards, and the Residential Design Guidelines.

BACKGROUND/ PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The subject property is a 3,900-square-foot residentially zoned lot, moderate in slope with a 14-foot elevation rise from west to east (front and rear, respectively). The forest character is sparse as existing development, structures and flatwork, cover more than 70% of the lot. Six trees were identified on or adjacent to the lot, 2 of which are native species. The 1,881-square-foot single-story home was constructed in 1941 and has undergone multiple additions over the years, with extensive remodels taking place in 1988 and 1994. The existing home has horizontal wood siding and a low-pitched shake, hipped roof with a gable at the rear of the property. Per CMC Section

17.32.060.B, the property was reviewed by a qualified professional for historical significance in 2025 and found ineligible for the Carmel Historical Inventory. This determination remains in effect for 5 years and will expire in 2030 per CMC Section

17.32.060.D.4.

The applicant proposes to demolish the existing home and attached garage and to construct a new single-family residence with an attached ADU on the east side of the parcel. The ADU will be reviewed as part of a separate ministerial permit. The data table on the title page of the project plans states that the property will have a floor area

of 1,628 square feet and 521 square feet of site coverage.

Staff has had continued conversations with the east neighbors regarding view and privacy concerns. In addition to the privacy and view concerns, the neighbors presented concerns about the volume of the deck and the use of the ADU. The neighbor’s attorney met with city staff and stated that the neighbor’s preference would be for the rooftop deck to move further west towards the front of the property.

Two other residents have reached out to city staff to express their concerns about the project and support the neighbor to the east’s comments. Resident Pam Bengard stated that they believe the rooftop deck will have a negative effect on neighborhood character, views from the Taylors, and have privacy impacts for the Taylors.

Additionally, Pam Bengard raised concerns about the proposed use of the ADU.

Residents Tom and Julie Bryan stated that they believe the rooftop deck does not fit with Carmel-by-the-Sea character. They are concerned about the effect of the development on the Taylors property. They also presented concerns about the proposed use of the ADU and the precedent that would be set by approving a rooftop deck.

The Planning Commission considered the project at their July 8, 2026, meeting. The Planning Commission unanimously approved the roof deck over the proposed ADU.

The Planning Commission determined that the proposed landscaping and screening would be sufficient to address privacy concerns. Additionally, the Planning Commission determined that the view impacts were minimal.

The entirety of the Planning Commission staff report has been included as Attachment 2, and has also been provided in the links below:

July 8, 2026, Planning Commission Hearing

1. Click Here for Staff Report

2. Click Here for Video of Hearing
On July 21, 2026, Bruce and Linda Taylor (“appellant”/”appellants”, collectively), submitted a timely appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision to approve the project (refer to Attachment 3). The grounds for appeal, as provided in the July 21 appeal, are as follows:
“1. Project is not categorically exempt from CEQA

2. Project exceeds Carmel by the Sea’s (“City”) Floor Area Ratio regulation.

3. Project exceeds City’s maximum site coverage

4. Project exceeds the City’s maximum allowable exterior volume

5. Project violates the City’s Residential Design Guidelines with respect to views, air, light, privacy and flat roofs.”
On August 31, 2026, the City Council continued the project to a date certain with direction to staff to return with a resolution, granting the appeal of the rooftop deck and denying the appeal of the associated development. The entirety of the City Council staff report and hearing video has been provided in the links below:

August 31, 2026, City Council Hearing

1. Click Here for Staff Report

2. Click Here for Video of Hearing

STAFF ANALYSIS
At the August 31, 2026, City Council hearing, the City Council directed staff to return with a resolution to grant the appeal of the rooftop deck and deny the appeal of the rest of the associated development, including but not limited to the demolition and reconstruction of the single-family home, landscaping, and associated site improvements.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The appellant was charged the appeal to City Council fee of $2,712 and paid the fee in a timely manner.

PRIOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION:

At the August 31, 2026, City Council hearing, the City Council directed staff to return with a resolution to grant the appeal of the rooftop deck and deny the appeal of the rest of the associated development, including but not limited to the demolition and reconstruction of the single-family home, landscaping, and associated site improvements.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution 2026-072

2. Planning Commission Staff Report - 7-8-2026

3. Appeal Form filed by the Taylors

4. Planning Commission Resolution 2026-39-PC

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-072

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA FINDING

THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL

QUALITY ACT (CEQA), STATE CEQA GUIDELINES AND LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS, PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15302 (CLASS 2) – REPLACEMENT AND RECONSTRUCTION AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15303 (CLASS 3) – NEW CONSTRUCTION OR CONVERSION OF SMALL STRUCTURES AND

THAT NO EXCEPTIONS TO THE EXEMPTIONS CONTAINED IN CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15300.2 APPLY; AND GRANTING THE APPEAL OF THE ROOFTOP DECK BY BRUCE AND LINDA TAYLOR (APP 26270 (MCWHORTER), THEREBY DENYING THE

CREATION OF THE ROOFTOP DECK ABOVE THE ADU AND DENYING THE APPEAL FILED BY BRUCE AND LINDA TAYLOR (APP 26270 (MCWHORTER) FOR THE REST OF THE ASSOCIATED DEVELOPMENT, UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S DECISION TO: APPROVE A FINAL DESIGN STUDY AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR THE

DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 1,628-SQUARE-FOOT TWO-STORY RESIDENCE, INCLUSIVE OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE, AND ASSOCIATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED AT CARMELO STREET 2 NORTHEAST OF OCEAN AVE IN THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-1) DISTRICT. APN:
010-252-013-000 AS FOUND IN RESOLUTION 2026-039-PC, ADOPTED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON JULY 8, 2026.

WHEREAS, on February 6, 2025, Eric Miller Architects (“Applicant”) submitted an application on behalf of Scott McWhorter (“Owners”) requesting approval of Track 2 Design Study application DS 25019 (McWhorter) described herein as (“Application”); and WHEREAS, the Application has been submitted for a 3,900-square-foot site at Carmelo 2 NE of Ocean in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) Zoning District; and WHEREAS, the Applicant is requesting approval of the Final Design Study and Coastal Development Permit for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a new 1,628-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage and associated site improvements; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Carmel Municipal Code (CMC) section 17.58.040 (Residential Design Review), construction of new dwellings is subject to a Track Two Design Review and may be approved by the Planning Commission if the project complies with the Zoning Ordinance and all applicable residential design guidelines; and WHEREAS, in accordance with CMC section 17.58.040.B (Residential Track Two Design Study), the construction of new dwellings, rebuilds, and substantial alterations requires approval of a Residential Track Two Design Study by the Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, CMC section 17.58.040.B, Step Two: Design Concept Review, requires the Planning Commission to review the design concept plans at a public hearing prior to consideration of the final details review for project approval; and WHEREAS, on September 10, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Application, including, without limitation, the ATTACHMENT 1

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information provided to the Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and
WHEREAS, on September 10, 2025, the Planning Commission continued the project to a date uncertain due to a request to continue the project from the applicant and concerns raised by a neighbor regarding privacy; and
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Application, including, without limitation, the information provided to the Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission accepted Concept Design subject to Conditions of Acceptance, as provided in Resolution 2025-59-PC; and
WHEREAS, CMC Section 17.58.040.B, Step Three: Final Details Review, requires the Planning Commission to take final action on the application after the applicant submits the final design plans for review consistent with the City's "Residential Design Guidelines: Final Details Review" and the findings required in CMC Section 17.64.080, Design Study Approval; and WHEREAS, on March 13, 2026, the Application was deemed complete pursuant to California Government Code § 65943(a) and CMC §§ 17.52.020 and 17.58.040.B.2, following completion of the exterior-volume study for the project; and WHEREAS, on April 8, 2026, after the Application was deemed complete, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2026-12-PC (Diamond, DS 25206), later affirmed by the City Council, establishing the Planning Division's interpretation that rooftop decks above accessory dwelling units are counted toward exterior volume; and
WHEREAS, on April 8, 2026, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Application, including without limitation, information provided to the Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and WHEREAS, on April 8, 2026, the Planning Commission continued the project to a date uncertain with direction to the applicant to work with the neighbor to the east to address concerns raised regarding privacy; and
WHEREAS, on June 26, 2026, a notice of public hearing was published in the Carmel Pine Cone for the July 8, 2026, Planning Commission meeting in compliance with State law (California Government Code § 65091) and mailed to owners of real property within a 500-foot radius of the project indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before June 28, 2026, the Applicant posted the public notice on the project site and hand-delivered a copy of the public notice to each property within a 100-foot radius of the project site indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before July 3, 2026, the meeting agenda was posted in three locations in compliance with State law, indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on July 8, 2026, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Application, including without limitation, information provided to the ATTACHMENT 1

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Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,628-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage and associated site improvements subject to Conditions of Approval, as provided in Resolution 2026-39-PC; and
WHEREAS, July 21, 2026, Bruce and Linda Taylor (“appellant”/”appellants”, collectively), submitted a timely appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision to approve the project (“Appeal”); and
WHEREAS, the appeal hearing was scheduled for the City Council’s August 31, 2026, meeting; and
WHEREAS, on August 21, 2026, a notice of the public hearing scheduled for August 31, 2026, was published in the Carmel Pine Cone in compliance with State law (California Government Code § 65091) and mailed to owners of real property within a 300-foot radius of the project indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before August 21, 2026, city staff posted the public notice on the project site and hand-delivered a copy of the public notice to each property within a 100-foot radius of the project site indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before August 28, 2026, the meeting agenda was posted in three locations in compliance with State law indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on August 31, 2026, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Appeal, including, without limitation, the information provided to the City Council by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and WHEREAS, on August 31, 2026, the City Council continued the appeal to a date certain, October 6, 2026, with direction to staff to bring back a resolution to grant the appeal of the rooftop deck and deny the appeal of the rest of the associated development; and WHEREAS, the appeal hearing was scheduled for the City Council’s October 6, 2026, meeting; and
WHEREAS, on September 25, 2026, a notice of the public hearing scheduled for October 6, 2026, was published in the Carmel Pine Cone in compliance with State law (California Government Code § 65091) and mailed to owners of real property within a 300-foot radius of the project indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before September 27, 2026, city staff posted the public notice on the project site and hand-delivered a copy of the public notice to each property within a 100-foot radius of the project site indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before October 2, 2026, the meeting agenda was posted in three locations in compliance with State law indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on October 6, 2026, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Appeal, including, without limitation, the information provided to the City Council by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and ATTACHMENT 1

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WHEREAS, this Resolution and its findings are made based upon the evidence presented to the Council at the hearing date, including, without limitation, the staff report and attachments submitted by the Community Planning and Building Department; and WHEREAS, the City Council did hear and consider all said reports, attachments, recommendations, and testimony herein above set forth and used their independent judgment to evaluate the project; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Carmel-by-theSea does hereby make the following findings and determinations:
1) The facts (“Facts”) set forth in the recitals above are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference as findings.
2) The consideration of the Project before the City Council has been processed in accordance with CMC Chapter 17.54, Appeals.
3) The City Council of the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea has reviewed and does partially agree with and thus hereby partially incorporates Planning Commission Resolution, Resolution 2026-39-PC, findings and conditions (Exhibit A), and associated Staff Report and attachments thereto, dated July 8, 2026, herein by reference.
4) The City Council has considered the application, including the project plans at a public hearing. Based on the facts of this particular application, the City Council determines that the required findings for approval, as described in finding #3, above, can be made in this case.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of Carmel-by-the-Sea does hereby FIND the project qualifies for and is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to the Class 2 and Class 3 Categorical Exemptions in CEQA Guidelines sections 15302 and 15303, respectively, and further finds that none of the exceptions to the exemptions contained in Section 15300.2 apply.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of Carmel-by-the-Sea does hereby GRANT the appeal of the Rooftop deck and DENY the appeal for the rest of the associated development by Bruce and Linda Taylor (APP 26270, McWhorter) thereby partially upholding the Planning Commission’s decision.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea does hereby DENY the construction of a rooftop deck and APPROVE a Final Design Study and Coastal Development Permit for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a new 1,628-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage and associated site improvements located at Carmelo Street 2 northeast of Ocean Ave in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. APN: 010-252-013-000, as found in Planning Commission Resolution, Resolution 2026-39-PC.

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PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA this 6th day of October 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED: ATTEST:
______________________________ ____________________________ Dale Byrne, Mayor Nova Romero, MMC, City Clerk
Attachment:

Exhibit A - Conditions of Approval
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
No. Standard Conditions

1. Authorization. The approval of Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter), and coastal development permit for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,628-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of a 425 square foot attached garage and mechanical room, and associated site improvements for the property located at Carmelo Street 2 northeast of Ocean Ave in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. APN: 010-252-013-000. As depicted in the plans prepared by Eric Miller Architects as approved by City of Carmel-by-the-Sea Planning Commission on July 8, 2026, unless modified by the conditions of approval contained herein.

2. Codes and Ordinances. The project shall be constructed in conformance with all requirements of the R-1 zoning district. All adopted building and fire codes shall be adhered to in preparing the working drawings. If any codes or ordinances require design elements to be changed, or if any other changes are requested when such plans are submitted, such changes may require additional environmental review and subsequent approval by the Planning Commission.

3. Permit Validity. In accordance with CMC Section 17.52.170 (Time Limits on Approvals and Denials), a residential design study approval remains valid for a period of 12 months from the date of action. During this time, the project must be implemented, or the approval becomes void. Implementation is effected by erecting, installing, or beginning the installation of the improvement authorized by the permit, as determined by the Director. Extensions to this approval may be granted consistent with CMC Section

17.52.170.C.

4. Water Use. Approval of this application does not permit an increase in water use on the project site without adequate supply. Should the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District determine that adequate water is unavailable for this site, this permit will be scheduled for reconsideration, and appropriate findings will be prepared for review and adoption by the Planning Commission.

5. Setback and Height Certifications. A State licensed surveyor shall survey and certify the following in writing:
• The footing locations are in conformance with the approved plans prior to footing/foundation inspection;
• The roof heights and plate heights of each building are in conformance with the approved plans prior to the roof sheathing inspection. Roofs and plates shall not exceed the elevation points as identified in the approved project plans, and the roofs include an appropriate allowance for roofing material thickness.

Written certifications prepared, sealed, and signed by the surveyor shall be provided prior to footing/foundation inspection and roof sheathing inspection. In the event that multiple footing/foundation pours are required, a survey letter shall be submitted for each separate section.

6. Service Laterals. Prior to final inspection, all electricalservice lateralsto any new building or structure, or to any building or structure being remodeled when such remodeling requires the relocation or replacement of the main service equipment, shall be placed underground on the premises upon which the building or structure is located.

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Undergrounding will not be required when the project valuation is less than $200,000, or the City Forester determines that undergrounding will damage or destroy significant trees(s) (CMC Section 15.36.020).

7. Utility Meter Locations. The placement of all utility meters shall consistent with the locations identified in the approved plans. Changes to the location of any utility meter location shall require written approval of the Community Planning and Building Department prior to the change of the location.

8. Fire Sprinklers - Residential. Additions, alterations, or repairs to existing structures that involve the addition, removal, or replacement of 50 percent or more of the linear length of the walls (interior and exterior) within a 5-year period shall require the installation of an automatic residential fire sprinkler system in accordance with the California Building and Fire Codes (CMC Section 15.08.135).

9. Modifications. The Applicant shall submit in writing, with revised plans, to the Community Planning and Building staff any proposed changes to the approved project plans prior to incorporating those changes. If the Applicant changes the project without first obtaining City approval, the Applicant will be required to submit the change in writing, with revised plans, within two weeks of the City being notified. A cease work order may be issued at any time at the discretion of the Director of Community Planning and Building until a) either the Planning Commission or Staff has approved the change, or b) the property owner has eliminated the change and submitted the proposed change in writing, with revised plans, for review. The project will be reviewed for its compliance with the approved plans prior to the final inspection.

10. Exterior Revisionsto Planning Approval Form. All proposed modificationsthat affect the exterior appearance of the building orsite elementsshall be submitted on the “Revisions to Planning Approval” form on file in the Community Planning and Building Department.

Any modification incorporated into the construction drawings not listed on this form shall not be deemed approved upon issuance of a building permit.

11. Conflicts Between Planning Approvals and Construction Plans. It shall be the responsibility of the Owner, Applicant, and Contractor(s) to ensure consistency between the project plans approved by the Planning Staff, the Planning Commission, or the City Council on appeal and the construction plans submitted to the Building Division as part of the Building Permit review. Where inconsistencies between the Planning approval and the construction plans exist, the Planning approval shall govern unless otherwise approved in writing by the Community Planning & Building Director or their designee.

When changes or modifications to the project are proposed, the Applicant shall clearly list and highlight each proposed change and bring each change to the City’s attention.

Changesto the project incorporated into the construction drawingsthat were not clearly listed or identified as a proposed change shall not be considered an approved change.

Should conflicts exist between the originally approved project plans and the issued construction drawingsthat were not explicitly identified as a proposed change, the plans approved as part of the Planning Department Review, including any Conditions of Approval, shall prevail.

12. Exterior Lighting. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicantshall include in ATTACHMENT 1

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the construction drawings the manufacturer’s specifications, including illumination information, for all exterior light fixtures. All fixtures shall be shielded and down-facing.

Exterior wall-mounted lighting shall be limited to 25 watts or less (incandescent equivalent or 375 lumens) per fixture and shall be installed no higher than 10 feet above the ground or walking surface.

Landscape lighting shall not exceed 18 inches above the ground nor more than 15 watts (incandescent equivalent or 225 lumens) per fixture and shall be spaced no closer than 10 feet apart. Landscape lighting shall not be used as accent lighting, nor shall it be used to illuminate trees, walls, or fences. The purpose of landscape lighting is to safely illuminate walkways and entrances to the subject property and outdoor living spaces.

13. Skylights & Skylight Shades. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall include in the construction drawings the manufacturer’s specifications for all skylights (new and/or replaced) and skylight shades. Skylights shall be low-profile and use nonreflective glass to minimize light and glare visible from adjoining properties. Skylight flashing shall match the roof color. Manual or automatic shadesshall be installed in each skylight to reduce visible light transmission during the hours of darkness.

14. Stone Facades (including chimneys). Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall clearly identify in the construction drawings the masonry pattern for all stonework. Stone facades shall be installed in a broken course/random or similar masonry pattern. Setting the stones vertically on their face in a cobweb pattern shall not be permitted. All stonework shall be wrapped around building corners and terminated at an inside corner or a logical stopping point that provides a finished appearance.

Termination of stonework shall be subject to review and approval by the Community Planning & Building Director or their designee. Brickwork shall be finished the same manner as stonework described above.

15. Windows and Doors. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall include the manufacturer’s specifications for the approved windows and doors.

16. Indemnification. The Applicant agrees, at his or her sole expense, to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its public officials, officers, employees, and assigns from any liability; and shall reimburse the City for any expense incurred, resulting from, or in connection with any project approvals. Thisincludes any appeal, claim,suit, or otherlegal proceedings to attack, set aside, void, or annul any project approval. The City shall promptly notify the Applicant of any legal proceeding and cooperate fully in the defense.

The City may, at its sole discretion, participate in any such legal action, but participation shall not relieve the Applicant of any obligation under this condition. Should any party bring any legal action in connection with this project, the Superior Court of the County of Monterey, California, shall be the situs and have jurisdiction for resolving all such actions by the parties hereto.

17. Driveway. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall clearly identify on the construction drawingsthe driveway material and asphalt connection to the paved street edge. The driveway material shall be extended beyond the property line into the public right-of-way to connect to the paved street edge. A minimal asphalt connection at ATTACHMENT 1

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the street edge may be required by the Superintendent of Streets or the Building Official, depending on site conditions, to accommodate the drainage flow line of the street. If the driveway material is proposed to be sand set, a dimensioned construction detailshowing the base material shall be included in the construction drawings.

18. Hazardous Materials Waste Survey. Prior to the issuance of a demolition permit, the Applicant shall submit a hazardous materials waste survey to the Building Division in conformance with the Monterey Bay Unified Air Pollution Control District.

19. Cultural Resources. Throughout construction, all activities involving excavation shall immediately cease if cultural resources are discovered on the site, and the Applicantshall notify the Community Planning & Building Department within 24 hours. Work shall not be permitted to recommence until such resources are properly evaluated for significance by a qualified archaeologist. If the resources are determined to be significant, prior to the resumption of work, a mitigation and monitoring plan shall be prepared by a qualified archaeologist and reviewed and approved by the Community Planning and Building Director. In addition, if human remains are unearthed during the excavation, no further disturbance shall occur until the County Coroner has made the necessary findings regarding origin and distribution pursuant to California Public Resources Code (PRC) Section 5097.98.

20. Truck Haul Route. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit for review and approval by the Community Planning & Building Director, in consultation with the Public Works and Public Safety Departments, a truck-haul route and any necessary traffic control measures for the grading activities. The Applicant shall be responsible for ensuring adherence to the truck-haul route and implementation of any required traffic control measures.

21. USA North 811. Prior to any excavation or digging, the Applicant shall contact the appropriate regional notification center (USA North 811) at least two working days, but not more than 14 calendar days, prior to commencing that excavation or digging. No digging or excavation is authorized to occur on-site until the Applicant has obtained a Ticket Number and all utility members have positively responded to the dig request. (Visit USANorth811.org for more information)

22. Conditions of Approval. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall print a copy of the Resolution adopted by the Planning Commission and signed by the property owner(s) on a full-size sheet within the construction plan set submitted to the Building Safety Division.

Landscape Conditions

23. Tree Planting Requirements. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall identify on the landscape plan the location, size, and species of required tree plantings.

All new trees shall be installed prior to the final inspection. Trees shall be recorded and monitored for at least five years to ensure their establishment and growth to maturity.

Trees that do not survive or are removed shall be replaced with new trees that are equivalent in size to the measured or projected growth of the original trees and shall be planted in the same location unless otherwise directed by the City Forester or Forest & Beach Commission.

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identified for preservation by methods approved by the City Forester. Trees on or adjacent to the site shall only be removed upon the approval of the City Forester or Forest and Beach Commission.

25. Tree Protection Measures. Requirementsfor tree preservation shall adhere to the following tree protection measures on the construction site. • Prior to grading, excavation, or construction, the developershall clearly tag or mark all trees to be preserved.
• Excavation within 6 feet of a tree trunk is not permitted. • No attachments or wires of any kind, other than those of a protective nature, shall be attached to any tree.
• Per Municipal Code Section 17.48.110, no material may be stored within the dripline of a protected tree, including the drip lines of trees on neighboring parcels. • Tree Protection Zone. The Tree Protection Zone shall be equal to dripline or 18 inches radially from the tree for every one inch of trunk diameter at 4.5 feet above the soil line, whichever is greater. A minimum of 4-foot-high transparent fencing is required unless otherwise approved by the City Forester. Tree protection shall not be resized, modified, removed, or altered in any manner without written approval. The fencing must be maintained upright and taught for the duration of the project. No more than 4 inches of wood mulch shall be installed within the Tree Protection Zone. When the Tree Protection Zone is at or within the drip line, no less than 6 inches of wood mulch shall be installed 18 inches radially from the tree for every one inch of trunk diameter at 4.5 feet above the soil line outside of the fencing.
• Structural Root Zone. The Structural Root Zone shall be 6 feet from the trunk or 6 inches radially from the tree for every one inch of trunk diameter at 4.5’ above the soil line, whichever is greater. Any excavation or changes to the grade shall be approved by the City Forester prior to work. Excavation within the Structural Root Zone shall be performed with a pneumatic excavator, hydro-vac at low pressure, or another method that does not sever roots.
• If roots greater than 2 inches in diameter or larger are encountered within the approved Structural Root Zone, the City Forester shall be contacted for approval to make any root cuts or alterations to structuresto prevent roots from being damaged. • If roots larger than 2 inches in diameter are cut without prior City Forester approval or any significant tree is endangered as a result of construction activity, the building permit will be suspended, and all work stopped until an investigation by the City Forester has been completed, and mitigation measures have been put in place.

26. Foundation Work Near Significant Trees. All foundations within 15 feet of significant trees shall be excavated by hand. If any tree roots larger than two inches (2”) are encountered during construction, the City Forester shall be contacted before cutting the roots. The City Forester may require the roots to be bridged or may authorize the roots to be cut. If roots larger than two inches (2”) in diameter are cut without prior City Forester approval or any significant tree is endangered as a result of construction activity, the building permit will be suspended and all work stopped until an investigation by the City Forester has been completed. Six inches (6”) of mulch shall be evenly spread across the inside the dripline of all trees prior to the issuance of a building permit.

Environmental Compliance Conditions
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Resolution 2026-072

27. Drainage Plan. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit for review and approval by the Community Planning & Building and Public Works Departments a drainage plan that meets the requirements of the City's drainage guidance, SOG 17-07. At a minimum, new and replaced impervious area drainage must be dispersed around the site rather than focused on one corner of the property; infiltration features must be sized appropriately and located at least 6 feet from neighboring properties. The drainage plan shall include information on drainage from new impervious areas and semi-pervious areas.

28. BMP Tracking Form. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit for review and approval by the Community Planning & Building and Public Works Departments a completed BMP Tracking form.

29. Semi-Permeable Surfaces. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit for review and approval by the Community Planning & Building and Public Works Departments cross-section details for all semi-permeable surfaces.

30. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit for review and approval by the Community Planning & Building and Public Works Departments an erosion and sediment control plan that includes locations and installation details for erosion and sediment control BMPs, material staging areas, and stabilized access.

Special Conditions

31. Conditions of Approval Acknowledgement. Prior to the issuance of a building permit revision, a completed Conditions of Approval Acknowledgment form shall be included in the construction drawings. The form shall be signed by the Property Owner, Applicant, and Contractor prior to the issuance of a building permit.

32. Copper Gutters & DownspoutsNot Permitted. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shallsubmit a revised plan for review and approval by the Planning Division, identifying an alternative material for the gutters and downspouts.

33. Construction Management Plan. Priorto the issuance of a building permit, the Applicant shall submit a Construction Management Plan for review and approval by the Community Planning & Building Director.

34. Roofing. Prior to building permit submittal, the Applicant shall include a gravel ballast on the rubber membrane flat roof orshall propose a similar, approvable flat roof material (tar and gravel, TPO with ballast, ETC)

35. Fencing. Prior to building permit submittal, the applicant shall revise the project plans to identify the fencing as wood and show a minimum 2” gap between boards of the fencing in the front yard setback to allow filtered light views into the front garden.

ATTACHMENT 1

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Planning Commission
Staff Report
July 8, 2026

PUBLIC HEARINGS
TO: Chair LePage and Planning Commissioners
SUBMITTED BY: Jacob Olander, Associate Planner
APPROVED BY: Anna Ginette, AICP, Director of Community Planning and Building SUBJECT: DS 25019 (McWhorter): Consideration of a Final Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter), and Coastal Development Permit for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,555-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage, located at Carmelo Street 2 northeast of Ocean Ave in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. APN:
010-252-013-000
Proposed CEQA Action: Find the project categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) and that none of the exceptions to the exemptions contained in Section 15300.2 can be made in this case
Application: DS 25019 (McWhorter) Applicant: Eric Miller Architects APN: 010-252-013-000 Owner: Scott McWhorter
Block & Lot: Block: GG, Lot: 4 & 6
Location: Carmelo Street 2 northeast of Ocean Avenue
Recommendation:

Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution (Attachment 1):

A. Finding the project qualifies as a Class 2 categorical exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 and none of the exceptions to the exemptions contained in Section 15300.2 apply in this case;
B. Approving a Coastal Development permit for the demolition of an existing singlefamily residence and the construction of a 1,555-square-foot single-story residence, inclusive of a 340 square foot attached garage and mechanical room; and
C. Approving the Final Design Study Design Study DS 25019 (McWhorter), for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,555- ATTACHMENT 2

square-foot single-story residence, inclusive of a 340 square foot attached garage and mechanical room, and associated site improvements located at Carmelo 2 NE of Ocean in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. APN:
010-252-013-000.

Summary, Background, and Project Description:

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The applicant is proposing to demolish an existing single-family residence, construct a new single-story single-family residence, and make associated site improvements on a 3,900-square-foot lot.

On November 12, 2025, the Design Concept for the project was approved by the Planning Commission. On April 8, 2026, the Planning Commission continued the Final Details hearing to a date uncertain to allow the applicant time to address concerns raised by the neighbor to the east.

The applicant attempted to address these concerns in their resubmittal, but the neighbor still has concerns. The two parties are at an impasse. The project is now scheduled for consideration of Final Details and staff is asking for direction from the Planning Commission to address these concerns.

Staff recommends approval of the project as the required findings can be supported by evidence. However, the roof deck component continues to be a matter of contention and as discussed below, staff seeks policy direction from the Commission.

BACKGROUND AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The subject property is a 3,900-square-foot residentially zoned lot, moderate in slope with a 14-foot elevation rise from west to east (front and rear, respectively). The forest character is sparse as existing development, structures and flatwork, encumber more than 70% of the lot. Six trees were identified on or adjacent to the lot, 2 of which are native species. The 1,881-square-foot single-story home was constructed in 1941 and has undergone multiple additions over the years, and extensive remodels took place in 1988 and 1994. The existing home has horizontal wood siding and a low-pitched shake, hipped roof with a gable at the rear of the property. The property was reviewed for historical significance in 2025 and found ineligible for the Carmel Historical Inventory. This determination remains in effect for 5 years and will expire in 2030.

The applicant is proposing to demolish the existing home and attached garage to construct a new single-family residence with an attached ADU on the east side of the parcel. The ADU will be reviewed as part of a separate ministerial permit. The data table on the title page of the project plans states that the property will have a floor area of 1,555 square feet and 539 square feet of site coverage.

New windows and doors will be aluminum, matching the original fenestrations. The applicant is proposing to change the horizontal wood siding to vertical reclaimed cedar wood siding. The garage, front deck, retaining walls, and a portion of the south ATTACHMENT 2

elevation are proposed to be a stone veneer Fon-Du-Lac Webwall style from the Mosaic collection. The proposed roofing will be a rubber membrane system and a green roof for the flat roof, and the rear roofing will be a rooftop deck.

During the Preliminary Site Assessment, 6 trees were found on or immediately adjacent to the property. Three were determined to be significant or moderately significant. All 3 significant trees are proposed to be retained, and 4 new trees (2 Monterey cypress, 1 Japanese maple, and 1 Tea tree) are proposed to be planted and are included in the landscape plan.

Staff has had continued conversations with the east neighbor regarding view and privacy concerns. The neighbor’s representation met with city staff and stated that the neighbor’s preference would be for the rooftop deck to move further west towards the front of the property.

Two other residents have reached out to city staff to express their concerns about the project and support the neighbor to the east’s comments. Pam Bengard stated that they believe the rooftop deck will have a negative effect on neighborhood character, views from the Taylor’s, and have privacy impacts for the Taylor’s. Additionally, Pam Bengard raised concerns about the proposed use of the ADU. Tom and Julie Bryan stated that they believe the rooftop deck does not fit with Carmel-by-the-Sea character. They are concerned about the effect of the development on the Taylor’s property. They also presented concerns about the proposed use of the ADU and the precedent that would be set by approving a rooftop deck.

Staff Analysis:

Concept Design Hearing:

At the November 12, 2025 Planning Commission hearing, the appropriate conditions of approval of the Design Concept have been incorporated and implemented.

1. Volume Study. The required Volumetric Study shall be successfully completed prior to scheduling for Final Details Review. The applicant shall provide one fullsize printed set of plans following the Concept Hearing to the Community Planning and Building Department as part of the required Volume Study. Any additional changes required by the Planning Commission at the Concept Hearing that would affect volume (changes in massing, height, site planning, grading, etc.) shall be incorporated into the plans submitted for the Volume Study.

Staff Analysis: The analysis of the volume study is included below in the “previous hearing” section.

2. Tree Evaluation. Prior to Final Details Planning Commission meeting, the applicant shall include the tree evaluation form and annotated survey in the project plans.

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Staff Analysis: The required tree evaluation form has been added to the plans and aligns with the project as a whole.

3. Fence and Wall Details. Prior to Final Details Planning Commission meeting, the applicant shall include details for the property line fences and retaining walls in the project plans.

Staff Analysis: The applicant added fence and wall details to the project plans.

The fence appears to be made of horizontal wood slats. Per Condition of Approval #36, a note in the plans identifying the fence material is required.

Additionally, the proposed fencing in the front yard setback shall have spacing to allow filtered light view per the Design Guidelines section 11.3. As such, the project has been conditioned requiring an update to the fence plans as part of the building permit.

4. Windows and Doors. Prior to Final Details Planning Commission meeting, the applicant shall revise the plans to reduce the size of the windows and doors on the property to be human scale.

Staff Analysis: As part of their redesigning of the property prior to the April 8, 2026, Planning Commission meeting, two new kitchen windows were added.

The size of the entry window was reduced, but all the other windows remained the same size. The “great room” door was reduced to 7’ – 6” and the remaining exterior doors remained the same size. Condition of Approval #34 has been incorporated requiring the applicant to reduce the size of the great room door to be 6’ wide. As conditioned, the project would retain large areas of glazing to fit the style of the architecture but would reduce the size of the “great room” door to have appear less grand. If the Planning Commission determines that the proposed windows and doors are acceptable, Condition of Approval #34 can be removed from the resolution.

5. Skylight. Prior to Final Details Planning Commission meeting, the applicant shall revise the plans to reduce the size of the skylight(s) on the property to be human scale.

Staff Analysis: The applicant modified the proposed skylights, removing the large skylight (3’-6” by 10’-2”) originally proposed and proposed three small skylights (3’-6” by 3’) ahead of the April 8, 2026, Final Details Planning Commission meeting. The applicant has further modified the proposed skylights and is now proposing two 2’ x 4’ skylights above the kitchen. If the Planning Commission believes these skylights are too large or not necessary to provide adequate light to the kitchen, a special condition of approval can be added to the resolution requiring the skylights be reduced in size or removed altogether.

6. Roof Deck Privacy. Prior to Final Details Planning Commission meeting, the applicant shall revise the plans to include the privacy screening and roof deck ATTACHMENT 2

redesign presented at the Concept meeting 11/12/2025
Staff Analysis: The analysis of the roof deck privacy concerns is included below in the “previous hearing” section.

Previous Hearing:

At the April 8, 2025, Planning Commission hearing, Design Study DS 25019 (McWhorter) was continued to a date uncertain with direction to the applicant to work with the neighbor to the east of the subject site to address the privacy and view concerns regarding the proposed roof deck.

The applicant reduced the size of the walkable space on the deck by enlarging the planters on the roof and changed the proposed moveable privacy partition from ornate filtered view metal to an opaque wood screen.

These modifications have not alleviated the neighbors’ concerns regarding privacy and view impacts of the rooftop deck. Krista Ostoich, attorney representing the neighbors, contacted city staff several times for updates regarding the revised rooftop deck design and maintained their position that a compromise has not been reached. Ms. Ostoich stated that they offered a potential solution, to relocate the rooftop deck to the west (front), but the applicant was not amenable as it would potentially result in the project exceeding the allowed volume.

Ms. Ostoich then requested an explanation of why the rooftop deck was not counted in the proposed volume. An analysis of the volume study for the subject site is included below for clarification.

Volume Analysis:

The process for calculating the volume of ADUs and attached features has been something that the Planning Division has been reviewing and reassessing internally.

Regulations in Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code restrict the discretionary review authority of local jurisdiction for ADUs. The first volume study for the McWhorter project found the project was over on the allowable volume for site (proposed volume was 22,076.71 cubic feet and allowable volume was 19,305 cubic feet). The second volume study for the McWhorter project found the project was compliant with volume maximum (the allowable volume was 19,327.32 cubic feet and the proposed volume was 18,540.18 cubic feet). At the time the volumetric analysis of the McWhorter project was completed, the department did not include rooftop decks above the ADU.

The McWhorter project passed volume on March 13, 2026, and the application was deemed complete pursuant to California Government Code Section 65943(a) and Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code (CMC) Sections 17.52.020 and 17.58.040.B.2. On April 8, 2026, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2026-12-PC for the Diamond project (DA 25206) and denied a proposed rooftop deck above an ADU, ATTACHMENT 2

finding it conflicts with CMC Section 17.10.10.E and G (scale and privacy, respectively).

While an appeal has been filed on the Diamond project and final action by the City Council is pending, the Planning Division now implements the Planning Commissions’ policy direction by determining that rooftop decks above ADUs do not fall under the ADU provisions in the California Government Code[1]. This change in direction occurred subsequent to the McWhorter application being deemed complete and therefore reanalysis of volume was not required.

The McWhorter project has since been revised to address concerns from the neighboring property to the east of the subject site. The total square footage of the walking space of the rooftop deck has been reduced by incorporating additional, larger planters. This revision did not change the overall size and mass of the rooftop improvements and did not constitute a “resubmittal” of the application relative to the Permit Streamline Act.

Another key issue here is that the parapet of the ADU is the de facto guard railing for the rooftop deck. As such, there is an argument to be made that there is no change in volume whether the ADU has a roof deck or not.

Privacy Concerns:

Land Use & Community Character Policy P1-51 states:Consider the effect of proposed residential construction on the privacy, solar access and private views of neighbors when evaluating design review applications. Avoid designs that are insensitive to the designs of neighboring buildings. Attempt to achieve an equitable balance of these design amenities among all properties affected by design review decisions. (LUP) CMC Section 17.10.010.G states that designs should respect the privacy of neighbors and that the placement of windows, doors, balconies and decks should be sensitive to similar improvements on neighboring properties.

Residential Design Guideline 5.1 states that functions on a site should be organized to preserve reasonable privacy for adjacent property; locate windows and balconies such that they avoid overlooking active indoor and outdoor use areas of adjacent properties.

As discussed earlier, the neighbor to the east has presented privacy and view concerns regarding the rooftop deck. Because the creation of the ADU is not dependent on the creation of the rooftop deck, state law does not prevent the Planning Commission from applying the subjective requirements in the policy, regulation and guideline specified above.

Planning Commission Options:

The Planning Commission is being asked to decide how the rooftop deck is processed for the McWhorter project.

1. Find that because the project was deemed complete prior to the Planning ATTACHMENT 2

Division’s determination that rooftop decks on ADUs will be included in volume studies, a new volume study will not be required. In addition, the roof deck changes have sufficiently addressed the privacy and view concerns. Therefore, the project can be approved as presented.

2. In order to find the project, as a whole, consistent with the Local Coastal Program, a new volume study that includes the rooftop deck above the ADU is required. Therefore, the project shall be continued to a date uncertain to allow for the new volume study.

3. The rooftop deck may be subject to volume, but a new volume study is not required because the deck is inconsistent with P1-51, CMC 17.10.010.G, and Guideline 5.1. Therefore, the project can be approved with a special condition requiring the rooftop deck to be removed entirely prior to building permit submission.

Project Consistency:

Based on staff’s analysis of the project, and as demonstrated in the attached draft resolution, the proposed design, as conditioned, is consistent with applicable policies contained in the General Plan and Local Coastal Program as well as the requirements contained in the Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code and the Residential Design Guidelines.

Staff recommends the Planning Commission decide how to proceed with the rooftop deck and either approve the Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter) or continue the project to a date uncertain with direction regarding the rooftop deck. [1] Government Code Section 66311 states that the is the intent of the Legislature that provisions of an ADU ordinance adopted by a local agency relating to unit size, parking, fees and other requirements are not so arbitrary, excessive or burdensome so as to unreasonably restrict the ability of homeowners to create ADUs.

Other Project Components:

Environmental Review: The project qualifies for a categorical exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 – Replacement or Reconstruction. This Class 2 exemption consists of replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced. The project consists of the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,628-square-foot single-story residence, inclusive of a 425 square foot attached garage and mechanical room, which meets this exemption. None of the exceptions to exemptions listed in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 apply in this case.

There is no potential for the project to result in a cumulative impact and there are no unusual circumstances or historical resources present. The project is a permitted use for the site’s designated residential zoning district and due to the size of the city, it is not usual for construction projects to occur in proximity to other active projects or historic resources. The project will not result in a cumulative impact because there have ATTACHMENT 2

not been successive projects of the same type in the same location. There are no other similar projects proposed for the subject site. The project will not result in any impacts to scenic highways or scenic resources. The project is for the demolition and reconstruction of a single-family home that has been determined not to be historic. No significant trees or resources are proposed to demolished as part of the proposed work.

The subject site will not have any effect on a hazardous waste site and is not a site listed pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code. Further CEQA analysis is included in the supporting evidence of Section 4 of the attached draft resolution.

Attachments:

1. Attachment 1 - Resolution

2. Attachment 2 - Project Plans

3. Attachment 3 - Correspondence
ATTACHMENT 2

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

PLANNING COMMISSION
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XXX-PC

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

FINDING THE PROJECT CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15302 AND THAT NONE OF THE EXCEPTIONS TO THE EXEMPTIONS CONTAINED IN SECTION 15300.2 CAN BE MADE IN THIS CASE; AND APPROVING

A FINAL DESIGN STUDY AND COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR THE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 1,628-SQUARE-FOOT

TWO-STORY RESIDENCE, INCLUSIVE OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE, AND ASSOCIATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED AT CARMELO STREET 2 NORTHEAST OF OCEAN AVE IN THE SINGLEFAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-1) DISTRICT. APN: 010-252-013-000.

WHEREAS, on February 6, 2025, Eric Miller Architects (“Applicant”) submitted an application on behalf of Scott McWhorter (“Owners”) requesting approval of Track 2 Design Study application DS 25019 (McWhorter) described herein as (“Application”); and WHEREAS, the Application has been submitted for a 3,900-square-foot site at Carmelo 2 NE of Ocean in the Single-Family Residential (R-1) Zoning District; and

WHEREAS, the Applicant is requesting approval of the Final Design Study for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,628-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage and associated site improvements; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with Carmel Municipal Code (CMC) Section 17.58.040 (Residential Design Review), construction of new dwellings is subject to a Track Two Design Review and may be approved by the Planning Commission if the project complies with the Zoning Ordinance and all applicable residential design guidelines; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code (CMC) Section

17.58.040.B (Residential Track Two Design Study), the construction of new dwellings, rebuilds, and substantial alterations requires approval of a Residential Track Two Design Study by the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, CMC Section 17.58.040.B, Step Two: Design Concept Review, requires the Planning Commission to review the design concept plans at a public hearing prior to consideration of the final details review for project approval; and WHEREAS, on September 10, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Applications, including, without limitation, the information provided to the Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and
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DS 25019 (McWhorter)
Resolution 2026-XXX-PC
July 8, 2026

WHEREAS, on September 10, 2025, the Planning Commission continued the project to a date uncertain due to a request to continue the project from the applicant and concerns raised by a neighbor regarding privacy; and
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Applications, including, without limitation, the information provided to the Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and
WHEREAS, CMC Section 17.58.040.B, Step Three: Final Details Review, requires the Planning Commission to take final action on the application after the applicant submits the final design plans for review consistent with the City's "Residential Design Guidelines: Final Details Review" and the findings required in CMC § 17.64.080, Design Study Approval.; and WHEREAS, on April 8, 2026, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Application, including without limitation, information provided to the Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and WHEREAS, on April 8, 2026, the Planning Commission continued the project to a date uncertain with direction to the applicant to work with the neighbor to the east to address concerns raised regarding privacy; and
WHEREAS, on June 26, 2026, a notice of public hearing was published in the Carmel Pine Cone for the July 8, 2026, Planning Commission meeting in compliance with State law (California Government Code 65091) and mailed to owners of real property within a 500-foot radius of the project indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before June 28, 2026, the Applicant posted the public notice on the project site and hand-delivered a copy of the public notice to each property within a 100-foot radius of the project site indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on or before July 3, 2026, the meeting agenda was posted in three locations in compliance with State law, indicating the date and time of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on July 8, 2026, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive public testimony regarding the Application, including without limitation, information provided to the Planning Commission by City staff and through public testimony on the project; and WHEREAS, this Resolution and its findings are made based upon the evidence presented to the Planning Commission at the hearing date, including, without limitation, the staff report and attachments submitted by the Community Planning and Building Department; and ATTACHMENT 2

DS 25019 (McWhorter)
Resolution 2026-XXX-PC
July 8, 2026

WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and consider all said reports, recommendations, and testimony herein above set forth and used their independent judgment to evaluate the project.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission of the City of CarmelBy-The-Sea does hereby make the following findings and determinations:
a. The facts (“Facts”) set forth in the recitals above are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.
b. As demonstrated in Section 4 of this resolution, approval of the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15302 of the CEQA Guidelines – Replacement and Reconstruction. The exceptions to the exemptions listed in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 do not apply in this case.
c. The consideration of the Project before the Planning Commission decision has been processed in accordance with CMC Section 17.58.040.B.
i. Preliminary Site Assessment. A preliminary site assessment was conducted on January 17, 2025.
ii. Historic Resources Board. In accordance with CMC Section 17.32.060.B.1, on January 17, 2025, the Department of Community Planning and Building made a determination that the subject property does not constitute an historic resource and is therefore ineligible for the Carmel Inventory of Historic Resources. This determination is valid for a period of 5-years and will expire on January 17, 2030.
iii. Concept Design Study. On November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission accepted the Design Concept, as conditioned (Resolution No. 2025-059-PC). d. The Planning Commission has considered the Design Study and Coastal Development Permit application, including the project plans (Exhibit B) at a public hearing. Based on the facts of this particular case, the Planning Commission determines that, with conditions of approval, the required findings (see Sections 1-4 below) can be made and therefore approves the Design Study and Coastal Development Permit.
e. Conditions of approval have been incorporated as Exhibit A to this resolution to ensure project implementation occurs according to applicable Carmel-by-the-Sea ATTACHMENT 2

DS 25019 (McWhorter)
Resolution 2026-XXX-PC
July 8, 2026

policy and regulations.
f. Approval of the Design Study and Coastal Development Permit by the Planning Commission is appealable to City Council pursuant to CMC Section 17.54.040.C.

Section 1: FINDINGS REQUIRED FOR COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT (CMC Section

17.64.010.B).

1. Finding – Local Coastal Program Consistency: The project as described in the application and accompanying materials, as modified by any conditions of approval, conforms with the certified City of Carmel-by-the-Sea Local Coastal Program (LCP). a. Evidence: Land Use and Community Character Policies P1-37 through P1-54 relate to residential development in Carmel-by-the-Sea. These policies require Design Review permits for new buildings, additions, and remodels of homes.

Additionally, larger projects require a Preliminary Site Assessment. The purpose of the permit processes and policy consistency is to maintain neighborhood, forest, and street character, promote harmonious yet diverse designs, and ensure compliance with the Residential Design Guidelines. Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter), is for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a 1,628-square-foot two-story residence, inclusive of an attached garage and associated site improvements. The proposed new construction conforms to all applicable zoning standards in the CMC Chapter

17.10, including but not limited to, setbacks, height, floor area and site coverage limits, and parking. As conditioned, the project complies with the Residential Design Guidelines. Further analysis of the project’s compliance with the Design Guidelines is included in the supporting evidence contained in Finding 3 in Section 2. The proposed work is compliant with the applicable policies in the Land Use and Community Character Element of the General Plan. b. Evidence: Circulation Element policies are not applicable to Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter). The project will include a standard parking space pursuant to CMC Chapter 17.10. The project will not have any effect on parking, circulation, or roadway safety in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
c. Evidence: Coastal Access and Recreation policies are not applicable to Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter). The project will not have any effect on vertical or lateral access to the beach in Carmel-by-the-Sea. The project will not have any effects on tourism or visitor accommodation.
d. Evidence: Coastal Resource Management Element of the General Plan covers a wide variety of topics including protection of ESHAs located within the city’s ATTACHMENT 2

DS 25019 (McWhorter)
Resolution 2026-XXX-PC
July 8, 2026

boundaries, water drainage and quality, maintenance and preservation of the urbanized forest, and beach and shoreline maintenance. Objective O5-11 is to “Maintain, restore and enhance the upper and lower tree canopy of Carmel’s urbanized forest”. During the preliminary site assessment, the City Forester determined that 3 of the 6 trees located on or adjacent to the subject site are significant or moderately significant. The project includes retention of all 3 significant or moderately significant trees. In addition, 4 new trees are proposed to be planted (2 Monterey cypress, 1 Japanese maple, and 1 Tea tree). The City Forester has determined that this will be a sufficient mix of upper and lower canopy trees on site.

Policy P5-195 requires development to limit impervious surfaces to allow for efficient storm water management. DS 25019 (McWhorter) brings the site into compliance with site coverage limits, reducing the site coverage from 1,290 square feet of impervious site coverage to 520.9 square feet of site coverage with 76.8% of the proposed coverage being permeable, which will allow for increased storm water percolation. In addition, the project has been conditioned requiring the applicant submit a final drainage plan, for review and approval by Environmental Compliance, that demonstrates compliance with CMC Chapter

17.42 and the City’s drainage guidance, SOG 17.07, prior to building permit issuance.

No other policies, objectives, or goals in the Coastal Resource Management Element are applicable to DS 25019 (McWhorter). Due to the site’s location and project scope, the project will not have any effect on beach, ESHA, or coastal access.

2. Finding – Public Access & Recreation: The project is in conformity with the public access and recreation policies of Chapter 3 of the Coastal Act of 1976 (commencing with Sections 30200 of the Public Resources Code).
a. Evidence: The subject property is located at Carmelo St 2 NE of Ocean Avenue, APN 010-252-013-000 which is not between the first public road and the sea.

Therefore, this finding does not apply in this case.
b. Evidence: The project will not impact existing public access illustrated in LCP Coastal Access and Recreation Element, Figure 4.1. The subject property is not located at or along any beach access points, pathways, or stairs. See Section 1, Finding 1, Evidence “c”, regarding beach access.
c. Evidence: The project will not impact existing Parks, Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities illustrated in LCP Coastal Access and Recreation Element, ATTACHMENT 2

DS 25019 (McWhorter)
Resolution 2026-XXX-PC
July 8, 2026

Figure 4.2. The subject property is not located on or adjacent to any Parks, Open Space, Recreation and Community Facilities. The proposed project is for the demolition and reconstruction of a single-family home.

Section 2: FINDINGS REQUIRED FOR DESIGN REVIEW (CMC Section 17.58.060).

1. Finding – General Plan and Local Coastal Program Consistency: The project conforms to the applicable policies of the General Plan and the Local Coastal Program. a. Evidence: As described in the supporting evidence for Finding 1 of Section 1, the project complies with applicable General Plan and Local Coastal Program policies.
b. Evidence: Housing Element policies are not applicable to Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter). The McWhorter project does not involve the development of any new market rate or affordable housing. The development will include an ADU that will be reviewed and approved under a separate permit. c. Evidence: Public Facilities and Services Element policies are not applicable to Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter). DS 25019 (McWhorter) does not relate to, and will have no effect on public health, safety, or recreation. d. Evidence: Open Space and Conservation Element policies are not applicable to Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter). DS 25019 (McWhorter) does not relate to, and will have no effect on water conservation, pollution, or parks and open space.
e. Evidence: Environmental Safety Element policies are not applicable to Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter). DS 25019 (McWhorter) does not relate to emergency preparedness, natural disasters, hazardous waste sites, or work in areas of excessive risk. The proposed project is for maintenance, repair, and remodeling an existing single-family residence.
f. Evidence: Noise Element policies P9-4 and P9-5 are applicable to Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter). P9-4 and P9-5 require construction noise to be minimized and monitored. DS 25019 (McWhorter) includes a construction management plan that provides best management practices to ensure construction produces the least amount of noise possible. Additionally, CMC Section 8.56.040 requires all construction noise to occur between 8:00 AM and 6:30 PM.

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a. Evidence: As demonstrated in Evidence “a” of Finding 1 of the Section 1, Design Study, DS 25019 (McWhorter) is compliant with the Carmel-by-the-Sea Municipal Code. As conditioned, this finding can be made.

3. Finding – Design Guidelines Consistency: The project is consistent with applicable adopted design review guidelines.
a. Evidence: Design Guidelines 9.5 encourages the use “natural” building materials and that stucco, in conjunction with some natural materials, may be considered depending on neighborhood character.
b. Evidence: The proposed finish details include:
i. Reclaimed cedar barn wood siding by Montana Timber Products in the Ranchwood Artisan Glacier Grey color.
ii. Stone veneer (Fon-Du-Lac Web Wall style from the Mosaic Collection by Buechel) for the garage, mechanical room, and a portion of the south elevation.
iii. Aluminum windows with a medium bronze finish (Arcadia). iv. Teak, stained wood and glass entry door.
v. A green roof, rooftop deck, and rubber membrane system flat roof for both the single story and two-story portions of the structure.

Condition of Approval #35 has been incorporated requiring the applicant to include a gravel or rock ballast on the rubber membrane flat roof portion of the roof or change the rubber membrane to a similar approvable material (tar and gravel, TPO with ballast, ETC). As Conditioned the proposed finished details comply with Design Guideline 9.5.
c. Evidence: The Residential Design Guidelines state that any material other than unclad wood windows is inappropriate. The Design Guidelines further states, “By far, wood frame windows are the most typical, but metal windows also are found, especially on some styles that reflect Modernist influences.” The Planning Commission has approved other materials in the past, allowing clad wood, aluminum, and Fibrex windows as acceptable deviations from the Residential Design Guidelines. Residential Design Guideline 9.11 states, “Window styles and materials should be consistent with the architecture of the building. Window styles and materials should be uniform throughout a building.” The applicant is proposing Aluminum windows with a medium bronze finish (Arcadia) throughout the property, matching the architectural style of the residence. Therefore, the window component of the project is consistent.

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d. Evidence: Residential Design Guideline 9.14 states, “Skylights should not be visually prominent from the street or from neighboring windows.” The applicant modified the proposed skylights, removing the large skylight (3’-6” by 10’-2”) originally proposed and proposed three small skylights (3’-6” by 3’) ahead of the April 8, 2026, Final Details Planning Commission meeting. The applicant has further modified the proposed skylights and is now proposing two 2’ x 4’ skylights above the kitchen.
e. Evidence: The proposed project is consistent with the Residential Design Guidelines and therefore this finding can be made.

4. Finding – Zoning Standards and Permits: The project conforms with all zoning standards applicable to the site, or has received appropriate use permits, variances or exceptions consistent with the Zoning Ordinance.
a. Evidence: As demonstrated in the supporting evidence for Finding 2 and Finding 3 of this section, the project conforms to the applicable zoning standards.

5. Finding – Neighborhood Character: The project contributes to neighborhood character including the type of forest resources present, the character of the street, the response to local topography and the treatment of open space resources such as setbacks and landscaping.
a. Evidence: The project includes a reduction of the existing driveway size and adding informal landscaping in the right-of-way. The City Forester has reviewed the landscape plan and was supportive of the proposed plantings. Site improvements include removing thick ground cover and formal bushes on the front of the property and the public right-of-way. The proposed informal ground cover consists of plants, mulch, and a few bushes. The full list of plantings is included in the planting plan on sheet 10c. The applicant’s design meets the Design Guidelines, Carmel Municipal Code, and General plan policies, standards, and guidelines regarding right-of-way character, and therefore this finding can be made.

6. Finding – Natural Features and Built Environment: The project is compatible with, and sensitive to, the natural features and built environment of the site and of the surrounding area. The project respects the constraints of the site and avoids excessive grading, cuts and fills. Construction on steep slopes is minimized to the extent feasible and abrupt changes in grade is minimized or mitigated.
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development within roughly the existing footprint. The project plans (Exhibit B) include preliminary grading plans, sheets 4a-4d. The largest portion of grading on site will be to accommodate the expansion of the garage for a mechanical room. The grading on site is not excessive and compatible with the site’s features. This finding can be made.

7. Finding – Modesty and Simplicity: The project maintains the City's principles of modesty and simplicity and preserves the City's tradition of simple homes set amidst a forest landscape. The project uses simple building forms and simple roof forms without complexity that would attract undue attention to the site. a. Evidence: The proposed structure will be U shape which is stated to be appropriate in Design Guideline 8.1, which encourages simple building shapes.

As demonstrated in Evidence “b” for Finding 3 in Section 2, the project modifications to the existing siding comply with the Design Guidelines and will be simple and modest. This finding can be made.

8. Finding – Mass and Bulk: The project does not present excess visual mass or bulk to public view or to adjoining properties. The project relates to a human scale in form, elements and in the detailing of doors, windows, roofs and walkways. a. Evidence: The proposed residence retains the same general layout of the current home, with the main house over an attached garage. The property complies with the applicable height standards in the Carmel Municipal Code.

As part of their redesigning of the property prior to the April 8, 2026, Planning Commission meeting, two new kitchen windows were added. The size of the entry window was reduced, but all the other windows remained the same size.

The “great room” door was reduced to 7’ – 6” and the remaining exterior doors remained the same size. Condition of Approval #34 has been incorporated requiring the applicant to reduce the size of doors to no greater than 6’ wide. As conditioned, the project would retain large areas of glazing to fit the style of the architecture but would reduce the size of the “great room” door to have appear less grand.

As conditioned this finding can be made.

9. Finding – Detail and Material: Project details and materials (e.g., windows, doors, chimneys, roofs, and stonework) are fully integrated and consistent throughout the design. Building materials are used in a manner that is visually consistent with the proposed architecture. All fenestration is appropriate in size and consistent with a human scale.

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a. Evidence: The proposed project details, and Design Guideline consistency, are outlined and demonstrated in the supporting evidence for Finding 3 of this section. This finding can be made.

10. Finding – Forest and Open Space: The project is consistent with the City's design objectives for protection and enhancement of the urbanized forest and open space resources. Open space is distributed around buildings to provide visual relief from structural bulk and a distinct separation from buildings on adjacent sites. a. Evidence: As demonstrated in the supporting evidence for Findings 5 and 6 of this section, the project complies with applicable neighborhood character and natural features and built environment requirements. This finding can be made.

11. Finding – Simple and Modest Roof Forms: The design uses simple/modest building forms and a limited number of roof planes, and a restrained employment of offsets and appendages consistent with the City’s design objectives. a. Evidence: As demonstrated in the supporting evidence for Finding 7 of this Section, the project complies with modesty and simplicity design requirements.

This finding can be made.

12. Finding – Context: The mass of the building relates to the context of other homes in the vicinity that are in conformance with the City’s design guidelines related to mass and scale.
a. Evidence: As demonstrated in the supporting evidence of Finding 8 of this section, the property is in compliance with applicable Design Guidelines and Municipal Code standards. As conditioned, this finding can be made.

13. Finding – Size and Scale: The development is similar in size, scale and form to buildings on the immediate block and neighborhood.
a. Evidence: As demonstrated in the supporting evidence of Finding 8 of this section, the property is in compliance with applicable Design Guidelines and Municipal Code standards. As conditioned, this finding can be made.

14. Finding – Significant Trees: The development does not require removal of any significant trees unless necessary to provide a viable economic use of the property or protect public health and safety. All moderately significant trees have been protected to the maximum extent feasible. All buildings and structures will be set back a minimum of six feet from significant trees.

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a. Evidence: No trees are being removed. This finding can be made.

Section 3: FINDINGS REQUIRED FOR FINAL DETAILS PHASE APPROVAL (CMC Section

17.64.080.B).

1. Finding – Character: The proposed architectural style and detailing are simple and restrained in character, consistent and well integrated throughout the building and complementary to the neighborhood without appearing monotonous or repetitive in context with design on nearby sites.
a. Evidence: As demonstrated in the supporting evidence for Finding 3, 5, 7, and 8 of Section 2, the new proposed residence is consistent with the neighborhood character while maintaining the architectural diversity. As conditioned, this finding can be made.

2. Finding – Materials and Design: The proposed exterior materials and their application rely on natural materials and the overall design will add to the variety and diversity along the streetscape.
a. Evidence: As demonstrated in the supporting evidence for Finding 3 of Section 2, the project complies with all material requirements and design guidelines in the Residential Design Guidelines. This finding can be made.

3. Finding – Design Elements: Design elements such as stonework, skylights, windows, doors, chimneys and garages are consistent with the adopted design guidelines and will complement the character of the structure and the neighborhood. a. Evidence: As demonstrated by the supporting evidence for Finding 3 and 8 of Section 2, the project meets applicable design guidelines and fits into the context of the neighborhood character. As conditioned, this finding can be made.

4. Finding – Visual Continuity: Proposed landscaping, paving treatments, fences and walls are carefully designed to complement the urbanized forest, the approved site design, adjacent sites and the public right-of-way. The design will reinforce a sense of visual continuity along the street.
a. Evidence: As demonstrated by the supporting evidence for Finding 2, 3, 5, and 6 of Section 2, the project complements the urbanized forest, the approved site design, adjacent sites and the public right-of-way. This finding can be made.

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Section 4: CEQA FINDING – EXEMPT

1. Finding – Categorical Exemption: Approval of the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and no unusual circumstances were identified.
a. Evidence: CEQA Guidelines Section 15302 – Replacement or Reconstruction, categorically exempts reconstruction where the new structure will be located on the same site and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity of the existing.

The project is for the reconstruction, and associated site improvements, of a single family dwelling within a residentially zoned lot and within the same footprint.

Therefore, the project qualifies for this exemption.
b. Evidence: The exceptions to the exemptions listed in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 do not apply in this case as explained below;
a. Location. The project is for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a new single-family residence. The existing and proposed use as a single-family home is a permitted use for the site’s designated residential zoning district.
b. Cumulative Impact. Due to the size of the city, it is not unusual for construction projects to occur in proximity to other active projects. The project will not result in a cumulative impact because there will not be successive projects of the same type in the same location. c. Significant Effect. No significant trees or resources are proposed to be removed or demolished as part of the proposed work. The project will not have any negative significant effects on the environment. d. Scenic Highways. The project is not located on a scenic highway and will not result in any impacts to scenic highways or scenic resources. e. Hazardous Waste. The subject site will not have any effect on a hazardous waste site and is not a site listed pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code.
f. Historic Resource. The subject property was reviewed for historical significance January 17, 2025, and found ineligible for the Carmel Historical Inventory. The proposed project will not have any negative effects on a historic resource on or adjacent to the subject site.

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