FILING OF ANNUAL RATE REPORT FOR PROPOSED COLLECTION OF SEWER SERVICE CHARGES ON THE FY2026-27 TAX ROLL
AND
PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE MONTEREY CITY COUNCIL
Notice is hereby given that the City of Monterey Annual Rate Report for Proposed Collection of Sewer Service Charges on the FY2026-27 Tax Roll has been filed with the City Clerk. This report describes each parcel of real property that receives sewer services from the City of Monterey and the amount of sewer service charges to be imposed on each parcel for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The written report is available at the following locations for review:
• Online at https://monterey.gov/sewer available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week • Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific St., Monterey, during library hours • Monterey Engineering Division, 580 Pacific St., Room 7, Monterey, during business hours
Notice is hereby further given that the City of Monterey City Council will hold a public hearing to consider approving the City of Monterey Annual Rate Report for Proposed Collection of Sewer Service Charges on the FY2026-27 Tax Roll and directing collection of its sewer rate charges on the Monterey County tax roll in the same manner, by the same persons, and at the same time as, together with and not separately from, its general taxes.
DATE: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.
PLACE: Council Chamber, Few Memorial Hall of Records, 580 Pacific St., Monterey, CA 93940 SUBJECT: Receive Protests Related to the Collection of Sewer Service Charges on the Property Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-27, Approve the Annual Rate Report of Sewer Charges for FY 2026-27, and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Collection of FY 2026-27 Sewer Charges on the Tax Roll if a Majority Protest Does Not Exist PROPOSED CITY COUNCIL ACTION: At the public hearing, the City Council will hear and consider all evidence, testimony, objections, or protests, if any, to the Annual Rate Report by all interested persons. Upon the conclusion of the hearing, the City Council may: (1) adopt, revise, change, reduce or modify any change or overrule any or all objections and make its determination upon each charge as described in the Annual Report, which decision shall be final; (2) adopt the Annual Rate Report as presented or modified by the Council; and (3) direct the City Clerk to file a copy of the Annual Rate Report as presented or modified with the AuditorController of the County of Monterey for the purpose of placing the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 sewer service charges and any delinquencies on the tax roll. If the City Council finds that protest is made by the owners of a majority of separate parcels of property described in the Annual Report, then the Annual Report shall not be adopted and the charges shall be collected separately from the tax roll.
DETAILED INFORMATION: The Annual Rate Report for Proposed Collection of Sewer Service Charges on the FY2026-27 Tax Roll is filed and available online 24/7 at Monterey.gov/sewer and at the Monterey Public Library (625 Pacific St.) during library hours and the Engineering Division (580 Pacific St., Room 7) during business hours. The meeting agenda will be posted at least 72 hours before the meeting outside the Council Chamber at 580 Pacific St., Monterey, CA 93940 and on https://www.monterey.gov/agendas Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 13., Item Page 176, Packet Page 267 HOW TO PROTEST: Any owner of a parcel included in the report may submit a written protest; however, only one protest will be counted per identified parcel. Any written protest must:
1. State that the property owner protests the annual sewer rate report for proposed collection of sewer service charges on the tax roll;
2. Provide the location of the identified parcel (by street address or assessor’s parcel number);
3. Include the legibly printed full name and original signature of the record owner submitting the protest; and
4. Be received by the City before the end of the public hearing on June 2, 2026.
Written protests from property owners must be received by the City Clerk before the closing of the City Council public hearing on June 2, 2026. Property owners may submit protests by:
• Personal delivery to the secure drop box across from the accessible entrance to the Council Chamber, City Hall, 580 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940, in an envelope clearly marked “Attention: Sewer Rate Report Protest,” or • Mail to the Office of the City Clerk, Attention: Sewer Rate Report Protest, 580 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940; or
• Hand delivery to the City Clerk at the meeting prior to the conclusion of the public hearing on June 2, 2026.
Written protests in other forms shall not be counted.
HOW TO PROVIDE INPUT ON THE MATTER (NON-PROTEST): Any interested person or an authorized agent may appear at the hearing and be heard. Comment may be made in writing or by addressing the Council during the meeting. Written comments will not qualify as formal protests unless they meet the specifications outlined above. Although oral comments at the public hearing shall not qualify as formal protest unless accompanied by a written protest as specified above, the City welcomes input from the community during the public hearing on the proposed changes. Please email [email protected] to submit non-protest written comments or be added to the agenda notification email list.
QUESTIONS? Contact:
City of Monterey Public Works Department, Engineering Division 580 Pacific Street, Room 7, Monterey, CA 93940
[email protected] (831) 646-3921
ACCESS: For disabled access to the City, dial 711 to use the California Relay Service (CRS) to speak to City offices. CRS offers free text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, and Spanish-language services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
/s/ Clementine Bonner Klein, City Clerk
Published on May 19, 2026 and May 26, 2026, pursuant to California Health and Safety Code § 5473.1 and Government Code § 6066.
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 13., Item Page 177, Packet Page 268 Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 13., Item Page 178, Packet Page 269 Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 13., Item Page 179, Packet Page 270 Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 13., Item Page 180, Packet Page 271 Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 13., Item Page 181, Packet Page 272 Council
Agenda Report
№11/25
FROM: Kimberly Cole, AICP, Community Development Director Prepared By: Clementine Bonner Klein, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Levy Assessments to Fund the Cannery Row, New Monterey, and North Fremont Business Improvement Districts – Recommended to be Continued to June 16, 2026 (Not a Project Under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
RECOMMENDATION:
Continue the hearing to June 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
VALUE DRIVERS:
Serve as stewards of the City’s financial resources
through sound economic vitality efforts, streamlining
operations, reasonable revenue enhancements,
visionary long-term planning, fiscal transparency, and
community partnerships.
POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
It is necessary to continue the hearing for legal noticing purposes.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT (LEVINE
ACT) APPLIES: No.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
There is no fiscal impact to continuing the hearing.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
The City of Monterey Planning Office determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Article 20, Section 15378). In addition, CEQA Article 5, Section 15061 includes the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Because the proposed action and this matter have no potential to cause any effect on the environment, this is not a project because it does not cause a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change on or in the environment, this matter is not subject to CEQA. Subsequent projects resulting from this funding will be reviewed for their CEQA status.
ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED: None
Agenda Report Highlights
• The report recommends that the
City Council continue the public
hearing regarding business
improvement district assessments
to June 16, 2026.
• Postponing the hearing is necessary
to satisfy legal noticing
requirements for the public.
• The postponement was caused by
shifted newspaper publication
deadlines ahead of the Memorial
Day holiday.
Date: 6/2/2026
Item No.: 14.
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 14., Item Page 1, Packet Page 273 №10/24
DISCUSSION:
It is recommended that the Council continue the public hearing to June 16, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
The Monterey Herald’s modified deadlines in the lead up to Memorial Day bumped deadlines forward two days which did not allow for noticing in time for the June 2, 2026 hearing. e: Bonnie Adams, Cannery Row Business Association
Sabrina Hiltunen, New Monterey Business Association
Wendy Brickman, North Fremont Business Association
Writings distributed for discussion or consideration on this matter within 72 hours prior to the meeting, pursuant to Government Code § 54957.5, will be made available at the following link:
https://monterey.gov/Submitted-Comments
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 14., Item Page 2, Packet Page 274 Council
Agenda Report
№12/25
FROM: Nat Rojanasathira, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Receive Update on the Casanova Oak Knoll Neighborhood Association's Request to the County of Monterey's Environmental Health Bureau and Monterey Bay Air Resources District for an Air Quality Assessment (Not a Project Under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive an update on the Casanova Oak Knoll
Neighborhood Association (CONA)’s Request to the
County of Monterey’s Environmental Health Bureau
(EHB) and Monterey Bay Air Resources District
(MBARD) for an air quality assessment concerning
particulate matter and potential health impacts
associated with operations at Monterey Regional Airport.
VALUE DRIVERS:
In collaboration with our community partners, work to
improve the quality of life of all of our community
members by fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion;
championing equitable access to affordable housing; and maintaining a safe environment.
POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
As part of the Request to Agendize portion of the City
Council meeting on May 19, 2026, Councilmember Gino
Garcia requested a future Council discussion on CONA’s
request for an air quality study. The Council unanimously agreed to hear this item at a future meeting.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT (LEVINE
ACT) APPLIES: No.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
There are no fiscal implications as a result of this
request. Existing City staff resources would be used to track progress CONA’s request to EHB and MBARD.
Agenda Report Highlights
• The City Council will receive an
update on an air quality assessment
requested by the Casanova Oak
Knoll Neighborhood Association.
• The association requested the study
from regional agencies due to
resident concerns over soot, jet fuel
odors, and respiratory issues linked
to Monterey Regional Airport
operations.
• The Monterey County
Environmental Health Bureau has
contacted the neighborhood
association to schedule an
observational site visit.
• City staff are coordinating with
regional agencies to track
responses and will deliver a verbal
update at the June 2 City Council
meeting.
• There are no direct fiscal impacts for
the City, as staff will use existing
resources to monitor the situation.
Date: 6/2/2026
Item No.: 15.
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 15., Item Page 1, Packet Page 275 №12/25
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
The City of Monterey determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CCR, Title 14, Chapter 3 (“CEQA Guidelines), Article 20, Section 15378). In addition, CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 includes the general rule that CEQA applies only to activities which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Because the proposed action and this matter have no potential to cause any effect on the environment, or because it falls within a category of activities excluded as projects pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378, this matter is not a project. Because the matter does not cause a direct or any reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change on or in the environment, this matter is not a project. Any subsequent discretionary projects resulting from this action will be assessed for CEQA applicability.
ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
The City Council could choose not to discuss this item.
DISCUSSION:
On April 2, 2026, the Casanova Oak Knoll Neighborhood Association (CONA) sent a letter to the County of Monterey’s Environmental Health Bureau (EHB) and Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD)requesting an air quality assessment “due to increasing concerns regarding particulate matter and potential health impacts associated with operations at Monterey Regional Airport.”
In the letter, CONA expressed a concern from residents about the accumulation of dark sootlike particles on vehicles, home exteriors, and windows. Concerns have also been expressed about perceived declines in air quality, increases in respiratory issues, and strong jet fuel odors.
At its meeting on May 19, 2026, Councilmember Gino Garcia requested a future Council discussion on this matter, which was supported by the City Council.
As of May 19, EHB reached out to CONA to schedule a site visit for observational purposes.
City staff have also connected with staff from EHB, MBARD, and the Monterey Peninsula Airport District to learn more about next steps the various agencies may take in response to the neighborhood’s concerns.
City staff will provide a verbal update on potential next steps at the City Council meeting on June 2, 2026.
Attachment: Letter from CONA to EHB and MBARD
e: County of Monterey, Health Department, Environmental Health Bureau Monterey Bay Air Resources District
Monterey Peninsula Airport District
Writings distributed for discussion or consideration on this matter within 72 hours prior to the meeting, pursuant to Government Code § 54957.5, will be made available at the following link:
https://monterey.gov/Submitted-Comments
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 15., Item Page 2, Packet Page 276 April 2, 2026
Monterey County Health Department
Environmental Health Bureau
1200 Aguajito Road, Suite 007
Monterey, CA 93940
Monterey Bay Air Resources District
24580 Silver Cloud Court
Monterey, CA 93940
Dear Environmental Health Officials,
On behalf of the Casanova Oak Knoll Neighborhood Association, we are writing to formally request an air quality assessment in our community due to increasing concerns regarding particulate matter and potential health impacts associated with operations at Monterey Regional Airport.
Over the past year, a growing number of residents have reported the accumulation of dark soot-like particles on vehicles, home exteriors, and windows. In one documented case, a resident has had to clean solar panels multiple times annually due to significant particulate buildup, far exceeding typical maintenance expectations for our area.
In addition to visible residue, several neighbors have raised concerns about perceived declines in air quality and an increase in respiratory issues, including asthma symptoms. While these observations are anecdotal, the consistency and frequency of reports across the neighborhood warrant further evaluation. At a recent neighborhood association meeting, several residents reported very strong jet fuel odors coming from the Airport. While the odor is short lived, its overwhelming presence has been a part of our neighborhood for years.
We understand that emissions associated with aviation activity may include ultrafine particulate matter and soot generated through fuel combustion. These particles are widely documented to pose potential health risks due to their ability to penetrate deep into lung tissue and enter the bloodstream. Additionally, certain types of aviation fuel used in smaller aircraft may contain lead, which raises further public health concerns, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children.
Given our neighborhood’s proximity to the airport and the presence of frequent small aircraft operations, including flight training activity, we respectfully request that the Monterey County Health Department:
1. Conduct or coordinate an air quality assessment in the Casanova Oak Knoll neighborhood, with particular attention to ultrafine particulate matter and any indicators of aviation-related emissions.
ATTACHMENT
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 15., Item Page 3, Packet Page 277
2. Provide guidance on any available environmental or public health data related to airport-adjacent communities in Monterey County.
3. Advise residents on any recommended precautions or mitigation strategies, if applicable.
We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to protecting the health and well-being of Monterey County residents. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this issue further or assist in facilitating community engagement as needed.
Sincerely,
Richard Ruccello
President, Casanova Oak Knoll Neighborhood Association
ATTACHMENT
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 15., Item Page 4, Packet Page 278 Council
Agenda Report
№11/25
FROM: Ed Smith, Councilmember, District 2
SUBJECT: Councilmember Smith’s Request to Agendize a Discussion Regarding City’s Decorative Crosswalk Policy and to Review a Request by Local Community Members for a Patriotic Crosswalk (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378, and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) RECOMMENDATION: Direct staff on whether to agendize the discussion.
VALUE DRIVERS: As provided in the attached request.
POLICY IMPLICATIONS:
The City Council’s Governance Policy (Resolution No. 25-082 C.S.) provides:
Agendizing of City Council Items by Individual Councilmembers.
1. A Councilmember may submit an agenda report to the City Clerk’s Office outlining a request to agendize a matter of business on a future agenda. This agenda report should, in 350 words or less, describe what, how, and why the matter of business should be considered by the City Council. The City Clerk’s Office will add the item to an upcoming agenda.
2. At the Council Meeting where the request is considered, the Councilmember who submitted the request will deliver a verbal report consistent with the agenda report. This verbal report should not exceed three minutes. The City Council may ask questions pertaining to whether the item should be agendized (e.g., the required amount of staff time, the priority level to be assigned to the item, etc.).
3. Public comment will be received.
4. In deliberating the request, the sole issue to be determined is whether the substantive issue warrants being heard at a future date. A majority vote is not required, instead, the motion will pass with two “yes” votes.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT (LEVINE ACT) APPLIES: No.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS: Agendizing a matter does not have a fiscal implication. Fiscal implications of the suggested changes will be included in the future agenda item, if agendized.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
The City of Monterey determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)(CCR, Title 14, Chapter 3 (CEQA Guidelines), Article 20, Section 15378). In addition, CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 includes the general rule that CEQA applies only to activities which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to Date: 6/2/2026
Item No.: 16.
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 16., Item Page 1, Packet Page 279 №11/25
CEQA. Because the proposed action and this matter have no potential to cause any effect on the environment, or because it falls within a category of activities excluded as projects pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378, this matter is not a project. Because the matter does not cause a direct or any reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change on or in the environment, this matter is not a project. Any subsequent discretionary projects resulting from this action will be assessed for CEQA applicability.
ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED: The Council could choose not to agendize the matter.
DISCUSSION:
On May 20, 2026, Councilmember Smith provided a written request to agendize, which is attached as Attachment 1.
At its meeting on May 27, 2026, the City Council will consider whether this item should be added to a future City Council meeting agenda. Consistent with the City Council’s Governance Policy, the member of Council who submitted the request will deliver a verbal report consistent with the agenda report. This verbal report should not exceed three minutes. The City Council may ask questions pertaining to whether the item should be agendized (e.g., the required amount of staff time, the priority level to be assigned to the item, etc.). Public comment will then be received. In deliberating the request, the sole issue to be determined is whether the substantive issue warrants being heard at a future date. A majority vote is not required, instead, the motion will pass with two “yes” votes.
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Attachments: 1. Request
Writings distributed for discussion or consideration on this matter within 72 hours prior to the meeting, pursuant to Government Code § 54957.5, will be made available at the following link:
https://monterey.gov/Submitted-Comments
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 16., Item Page 2, Packet Page 280 ATTACHMENT 1
May 20, 2026
Subject:
Requests to Agendize City’s Crosswalk Policy and to review a request by local community members for a patriotic crosswalk.
Requestor: Ed Smith, Councilmember District 2
Discuss options to allow a new applicant to have a painted crosswalk in Red, White and Blue in support of July 4th and to honor and recognize the countries 250th celebration. I have received a request from several individuals. The cost would be at no cost to the city to be a temporary painted crosswalk. The location requested is the head of Alvardo Street.
My request is for the City Council to discuss supporting the request for a painted crosswalk. Since the current Monterey Pride Crosswalk has been present since May 2025, and through time the painted crosswalk has been painted and repainted several times to maintain its condition in violation of the approved Crosswalk Policy. The maintenance of this crosswalk has been at city cost and not in alignment with what was approved by council in 2025. A formal discussion by the Council would provide an opportunity to clarify the City’s Crosswalk Policy, which appears not to be clear about whether the original painted crosswalk in May 2025 is permanent or was intended to be temporary. Can they be the only applicant year after year. Who else can now have a painted crosswalk?
The City Council should have an opportunity to evaluate whether the patriotic theme colors would be an expression the City Council could affirm as being within City Values. The agenda provided by staff on May 23, 2025 stated: “The Crosswalk Policy serves as a guide to consistently and transparently determine the appropriateness of a creative crosswalk application.” Let us now consider another applicant.
This second application for a new painted crosswalk of Red, White and Blue markings would be to honor the United States of America’s 250th celebration and considered before the OMBA annual July 4th parade.
Council Regular Meeting, 6/2/2026, Item No. 16., Item Page 3, Packet Page 281