ACTION
MINUTES
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 5:00 P.M. Closed Session
6:30 P.M. Open Session
REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL, AIRPORT COMMISSION,
MARINA ABRAMS B NON-PROFIT CORPORATION, PRESTON PARK
SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY NON-PROFIT CORPORATION, SUCCESSOR
AGENCY OF THE FORMER MARINA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD IN PERSON AND VIRTUALLY (HYBRID).
Council Chambers
211 Hillcrest Avenue
Marina, California
AND
Zoom Meeting URL: https://zoom.us/j/730251556
Zoom Meeting Telephone Only Participation: 1-669-900-9128 - Webinar ID: 730 251 556
1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at___
2. ROLL CALL & ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM: (City Council, Airport Commissioners, Marina Abrams B Non -Profit Corporation, Preston Park Sustainable Communities Nonprofit Corporation, Successor Agency of the Former Redevelopment Agency Members and Marina Groundwater Sustainability Agency)
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jenny McAdams, Brian McCarthy, Kathy Biala, Mayor Pro- Tem/Vice Chair Liesbeth Visscher, Mayor/Chair Bruce C. Delgado
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:
• Steve Lee urges the city to work with the Parks District to resolve the historic issues surrounding the management and maintenance of Locke Paddon Park. Several city approved projects are currently on hold while these issue are outstanding. Here to clarify the state of the existing projects. Please progress these discussions and reach a resolution. • Yung Soo Oh here to speak and support the Asian American Garden. Many people support this unique garden. Spoke about the past meetings on this subject, progress was made but it’s still far away from completion. Hopes city will make right decision for the people. This garden will bring many visitors from outside.
• Vali Moreno came to speak about the Children’s Garden and Locke Paddon Park. Families look forward to coming here to explore, visit the library especially during Dad’s Read day.
Creating a children’s garden is a great pathway for families to get another space in this park.
Please consider the Children’s Garden that Marian supports. • Andy Nguyen asked that the Regional Parks District give Marina full authority to move forward with the city projects on Lot 43, including the food forest, children’s garden and the Asian American garden. This will allow our city to follow its normal process. Planning,
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public input and environmental review. This project will belong to all communities. Asian American garden will be the first in Monterey County. Please negotiate in way that protects Marina.
• Sukyung Pak spoke on behalf of her son who could not attend . Son went to Asian Garden is San Fransico and enjoyed its peaceful atmosphere and it attracts visitors from around the world. Thrilled to learn of the proposed Asian Garden at Locke Paddon Park and shared the news with friend and his school. Spoke about other cities and what they’re known. This Asian American garden can become Marina’s landmark attracting visitors boasting our local economics.
• Jeff Markham MPRPD Board Director, thanked those who attended our board meetings.
Reminded everyone what the purpose of the park really is, it was envisioned back in 1986 -87 by the Coastal Conservancy, City of Marina and the Monterey Peninsula Regional Parks District to build around what was a vernal pond. We were successful many years acquiring the parcels either through grants or purchase. Spoke about how slow this process has been and the joint meeting 6 months ago. We had a lot of foundational work to do to understand the history of the park that we didn’t fully understand. New general manager is now up to speed on what’s going on. We are hopeful and cooperative that an arrangement can be made again. Hopes to bring forth a lease agreement. Asked about the possibility of having another joint meeting so we can discuss this with the public.
• Mark Melendez enjoys Locke Paddon Park. Wondering why this has not moved forward.
C4SM will do whatever it takes to make sure to make sure we make progress. It was voted on and approved. C4SM is available to help in any way, just ask. Commented on the MLK statue being a transformational moment. Let’s move this forward. • Amelia Forstahl, student working on her Eagle Scout project which is the Food Forest.
Believe Food Forest will be beneficial to the community. It provides food security and education on how to grow food. Looking for land to do projects on and would like to do it on city land next to the library. Would like to get city approval for the project. • Cleave Waters here to express support for the garden. This would be a great addition.
4. CLOSED SESSION:
a. Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation (Govt. Code § 54956.9(d)(4)), 2 potential cases. City Council to consider initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(4). b. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation (Govt. Code § 54956.9(d)(1)), 1 case.
i. City of Marina, et. al. v. California Coastal Commission, et al., 22- CV-004063, Monterey Superior Court
c. Real Property Negotiation (Govt. Code Section 54956.8) i. Property: Locke-Paddon Park, various parcels, APN Nos.: 033-121-004, 033-121-005-006, 033-132-003, 033-132-003, 033-121-101, 033-121- 009, 033-121-002
Negotiating Party: Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District Negotiator(s): City Manager
Terms: Price and Terms
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6:30 PM - RECONVENE OPEN SESSION AND REPORT ON ANY ACTIONS TAKEN IN
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Ortega reported out Closed Session: Council took no reportable action with respect to items 4a and 4b. Item 4c will be discussed, if time permits after open session.
5. MOMENT OF SILENCE & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (Please stand)
6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
a. Fire Prevention open house, Tuesday, October 14, 4:00-7:00p. b. How to Navigate Multilane Roundabouts Presentation
c. Imjin Road Roundabout Artwork presentation.
7. COUNCIL AND STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS:
• City Manager Long wished to provide council and the public with current update on the Del Monte Road construction related to the MST Surf Project. Asked MST staff to continue with providing the update.
• Andra Diallo announced Marina’s 50th Anniversary event on October 18, 2025, from Noon - 5:00pm at Vista Del Camino Cir.; Resident Nomination for residents who have been a part of the community for 50 -year or more; there will also be a photo contest, s hare your favorite photos that capture the beauty and spirit o f Marina. On October 31st from 11:00am-1:00pm at the Marina Equestrian Center is the Howl -O-Ween Parade dress up your pets. On October 31st from 6:30-9:30 at Los Arboles Upper Field is the Halloween Fright Night. • Councilmember McAdams kudos to the artwork improvement and outreach improvements.
Asked if the city employees are impacted by the furloughs? Will the city see any impacts through contractors or goods and services by the government shutdown? Announced Congressman Panetta’s office has dedicated webpage with shutdown information and resources: www.panetta.house.gov
• Mayor Pro Tem Visscher asked if the city can be lenient for those who rent city owned property who are on government furlough?
• Mayor Delgado announced that every Thursday volunteers are welcomed to join the Hilltop Park from 5:00 -7:00pm to help with watering, weeding and planting. On Saturdays from 9:00am-1:00pm is the Oak Woodland Community Garden, it is also Dad Reads week at the library. Also this Saturday from 8:00am -4:00pm is Cars in the Park Car Shaw at Vince DiMaggio Park. This Sunday and every second Sunday of the month is the Lapis Road cleanup from 10:00am-12:30pm.
8. PUBLIC COMMENT: Any member of the public may comment on any matter within the City Council’s jurisdiction that is not on the agenda. This is the appropriate place to comment on items on the Consent Agenda. Action will not be taken on items not on the agenda. Comments are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes. General public comment may be limited to thirty (30) minutes and/or continued to the end of the agenda. Any member of the public may comment on any matter listed on this agenda at the time the matter is being considered by the City Council. Whenever possible, written correspondence should be submitted to the Council in advance of the meeting, to provide adequate time for its consideration.
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• Eileen Hu wanted to thank public works for coming out on a Sunday to Crescent Ave to take care of a tree limb that was dangerously hanging over the sidewalk. Raised concerns about bicyclists riding on the sidewalk along Crescent Ave versus using the bike lane. Dangerous to the pedestrians walking along the sidewalk, also a lot of seniors live in this area. • Denise Turley noted there was a misunderstanding that we did not state in our comments last week that we were unable to meet with city council members or the mayor , we state we are unable to meet with staff although we occasionally meet with Greystar. Received an email from MCWD say that they have a program for anyone affected by the shut -down and you need to contact them on an individual basis. You can go to their website. Suggested people contact their utility company to see if they have an existing program in place. • Joanne Sherrill liked the display of the boards that are going up around CSUMB but did not see in regard to the diversity and inclusion is any of that integration of diversity for the African American soldiers making this area a true diverse area. Not sure that can be symbolized.
• Elizabeth Gerrity commented on MST closure notices. Noted that people use the Rec Trail to commute to and from work, the Dunes Shopping Center and CSUMB and surprised closures on those trails will result in 2 miles of extra cycling. Shorts notices from MST are disrespectful and shortsighted. Would like all parties involved to be more responsible and respectful in terms or announcements and closures.
9. CONSENT AGENDA FOR THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE FORMER MARINA REDEVELOPMENT AGE NCY: Background information has been provided to the Successor Agency of the former Redevelopment Agency on all matters listed under the Consent Agenda, and these items are considered to be routine and non -controversial. All items under the Consent Agenda are normally approved by one motion. Prior to such a motion being made, any member of the public or City Council may ask a question or make a comment about an agenda item and staff may provide a response. If discussion or a lengthy explanation is required, the Council may remove an item from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration. If an item is pulled for discussion, it will be placed at the end of Other Action Items Successor Agency to the former Marina Redevelopment Agency.
10. CONSENT AGENDA: These items are considered to be routine and non-controversial. All items under the Consent Agenda may be approved by one motion. Prior to such a motion being made, any member of City Council may ask a question or make a comment about an agenda item and staff may provide a response. If discussion or a lengthy explanation is required, Council may remove the item from the Consent Agenda and it will be placed at the end of Other Action Items.
a. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378) (1) Accounts Payable Check Numbers 107730-107874, totaling $3,858,039.02. b. MINUTES: (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378) (1) September 3, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting - Corrected (2) September 16, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting
(3) September 23, 2025, Special City Council Meeting
c. CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY:
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(1) Staff recommends that the City Council reject the following claim and direct sending appropriate notice of rejection to claimant: Maria Garza for a claim received on September 29, 2025.
d. AWARD OF BID: None
e. CALL FOR BIDS: None
f. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS: (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378) (1) Adopting Resolution No. 2025 -109, approving the purchase of one (1) new Multihog M -Series Multi -Purpose Vehicle with Attachments; and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute purchase agreements on behalf of the City subject to final review and approval by the City Attorney.
g. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENTS: (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378) (1) Adopting Resolution No. 2025-110, authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute agreements with Pacific Gas & Electric for joint & common use of rights of way and easements related to the undergrounding of certain utilities within the project by Shea Homes Limited Partnership shown on “Tract 1569 The Dunes On Monterey Bay Phase 3 North” in the vicinity of 1st Avenue, Pelican Street, and Divarty Street, City of Marina, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney.
(2) Adopting Resolution No. 2025-111, adopting an MOU between the City and the Mid -Management Employees Association (MMEA) Bargaining Group; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the MOU; and amending the City salary schedule for Fiscal Years 2025 -26 and 2026 -
27. (3) Adopting Resolution No. 2025 -112 authorizing an agreement with WBCP to conduct executive recruitment for the position of Chief Building Official, in an amount not to exceed $40,900.
h. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS: None
i. MAPS: None
j. REPORTS: (RECEIVE AND FILE):
(1) Community Human Services September 18, 2025, Board Meeting Highlights
k. FUNDING & BUDGET MATTERS:
l. APPROVE ORDINANCES (WAIVE SECOND READING):
(1) Read by Title Only and adopting Ordinance No. 202 5-14, amending Section 17.52.020 of the Marina Municipal Code (MMC) removing the phrase “male and female impersonators” from the Definition of “Adult cabaret” thereby removing this form of personal and cultural expression from uses regulated by the Adult Businesses and Massage Therapists section of the MMC . The proposed Ordinance adoption is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section and 15061( b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines.”.
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(2) Read by Title Only and adopting Ordinance No. 2025 -15, amending chapter 3.26 of the Marina Municipal Code regarding mitigation fees for new development within the City of Marina
m. APPROVE APPOINTMENTS: None
Councilmember McAdams made comments on agenda item 10g(2) , thanked MMEA for their fair negotiation and value our employees.
Councilmember Biala had question for agenda item 10g(1), asked if there was any other undergrounding work for other streets? Commented on 10j(1) having no agency heading.
Mayor Delgado pulled agenda item 10L( 2) for brief discussion. Item to be heard prior to the public hearings.
DELGADO/MCCARTHY: TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA MINUS 10L(2) . 5- 0-0-0 Motion Passes
Agenda Item 10L(2)
Mayor Delgado spoke about an October 7 th letter from CHISPA who are questioning the cost of apartment unit fees.
Explanation of fees used for apartment units versus single -family homes/multi-family units were explained by Frederik Venter of Kimley-Horn.
DELGADO/MCCARTHY: TO APPROV AGENDA ITEM 10L(2). 5-0-0-0 Motion Passes
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS: In the Council’s discretion, the applicant/proponent of an item may be given up to ten (10) minutes to speak. All other persons may be given up to three (3) minutes to speak on the matter.
a. Open public hearing and introducing Ordinance No. 2025-16, adopting and amending Title 15 of the Marina Municipal Code to adopt 2025 Editions of California Building Standards Codes, specifically 2025 California Building Code, 2025 California Residential Code, 2025 California Electrical Code, 2025 California Mechanical Code, 2025 California Plumbing Code, 2025 California Energy Code, 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 California Existing Building Code, 2025 California Historical Building Code and 2025 California Fire Code, with certain exceptions, modifications and additions required by local climatic, geological or topographical conditions.
Interim Chief Building Official Paolini and Fire Chief McCoun provided council a summary of the updated building and fire codes for 2026.
Public Comments: None received
Council discussion: inconsistencies with extension of 90 -days and but fees are for 180 days .
Consensus from council to change the wording he/she throughout the code to say “their”.
MCADAMS/BIALA: TO APPROVE THE INTRODUCTOIN OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-16, ADOPTING AND AMENDING TITLE 15 OF THE MARINA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT 2025 EDITIONS OF CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODES, SPECIFICALLY 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA MINUTES for City Council Meeting of Tuesday, October 7, 2025 Page 7
MECHANICAL CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE AND 2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, WITH CERTAIN
EXCEPTIONS, MODIFICATIONS AND ADDITIONS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS.
12. OTHER ACTIONS ITEMS OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE FORMER MARINA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY : Action listed for each Agenda item is that which is requested by staff. The Successor Agency may, at its discretion, take action on any items. Members of the public may be given up to three (3) minutes to speak.
13. OTHER ACTION ITEMS: Action listed for each Agenda item is that which is requested by staff. The City Council may, at its discretion, take action on any items. Members of the public may be given up to three (3) minutes to speak.
Note: No additional major projects or programs should be undertaken without review of the impacts on existing priorities (Resolution No. 2006-79 – April 4, 2006). a. Adopting Resolution No. 2025 -113, authorizing additional funding for the existing professional services agreement with Tripepi Smith and Associates for community engagement, education and outreach for constructing city facilities and potential funding strategies.
Public Comments:
• Denise Turley asked if consultants are going to consider in their presentation that people will have questions or comments, if so, do those questions/comments go directly to them? And how will we, the public, get those questions or comments.
Council discussed possible one -on-one meetings between the consultant and councilmembers, who on staff is overseeing and collaborating with the consultants, status of Mercede’s agreement, seeing more website results from the consultants, who will be tracking finances, target groups, complete workplan from start to finish,
BIALA/MCCARTHY: TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -113, AUTHORIZING AN ADDITIONAL $120,000 FOR THE EXISTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH TRIPEPI SMITH AND ASSOCIATES FOR ADDITIONAL
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, EDUCATION, AND OUTREACH FOR
CONSTRUCTING NEW CITY FACILITIES AND POTENTIAL FUNDING
STRATEGIES; AND AUTHORIZING $40,000 TO FUND AN OPINION SURVEY TO
ASSESS CITIZEN SUPPORT FOR CONSTRUCTING NEW CITY FACILITIES AND VIABILITY OF NEW REVENUE SOURCES FOR A POTENTIAL NOVEMBER 2026 BALLOT MEASURE; AND AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO MAKE NECESSARY ACCOUNTING AND BUDGETARY ENTRIES; AND DIRECT STAFF TO
PROVIDE BI-MONTHLY UPDATE ON EXPENDITURES AND TO ALSO INCLUDE A WORK PLAN WITH TIMELINES.
14. COUNCIL & STAFF INFORMATIONAL REPORTS:
a. Monterey County Mayor’s Association [Mayor Bruce Delgado] Mayor Delgado - Monterey County Mayor Association, they canceled King City this past Friday due to lack of quorum. Next month, the Mayors will be in Marina.
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b. Council reports on meetings and conferences attended ( Gov’t Code Section 53232). None
15. ADJOURNMENT: The council open session meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM and the City Council went back into Closed Session.
Anita Sharp, Deputy City Clerk
ATTEST:
Bruce C. Delgado, Mayor