Pacific Grove City Council
March 19, 2025

CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 5:00 P.M.

Council Chamber – City Hall – 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA Under the Brown Act, public comment for matters on the agenda must relate to that agenda item and public comments for matters not on the agenda must relate to the subject matter jurisdiction of this legislative body. This is a warning that if a member of the public attending this meeting remotely or in-person violates the Brown Act by failing to comply with these requirements of the Brown Act, then the Mayor or Chair may request that speaker be muted. If a member of the public attending this meeting in-person engages in disruptive behavior that disturbs the orderly conduct of the meeting, they may be removed from the meeting after a warning, pursuant to Council Policy 000-17.

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AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER

SPECIAL MEETING

PUBLIC COMMENT ON SPECIAL MEETING MATTERS
Comments from the public will not receive Council action. Comments must deal with matters on the Special Meeting agenda and will be limited to three minutes.

A. Conference with Labor Negotiators (Government Code Section 54957.6) City Negotiators: Matthew Mogensen, City Manager, Fred Marsh, Administrative Services Director, Che Johnson, Esq. Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
Employee Organization: Police Officers Association

1. Written Public Comment

ADJOURNMENT
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CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 6:00 P.M.

Council Chamber – City Hall – 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA The Council will not begin consideration of any item on this agenda later than 10:00 p.m. unless such consideration is approved. Any items on this agenda not considered this evening will be continued to a future meeting.

Copies of the agenda packet are available for review at the Pacific Grove Library, in the Finance Department, and electronically at www.cityofpacificgrove.org/agendas. The most effective method of communication with the City Council is by sending an email to [email protected]. In order to allow the City Council adequate time to review communication related to an agenda item, it is recommended that the communication be sent no later than 9:00 AM on the day prior to the City Council meeting. Public comments received through this email address by noon on the day of the meeting will be posted with the corresponding agenda item.

Under the Brown Act, public comment for matters on the agenda must relate to that agenda item and public comments for matters not on the agenda must relate to the subject matter jurisdiction of this legislative body. This is a warning that if a member of the public attending this meeting remotely or in-person violates the Brown Act by failing to comply with these requirements of the Brown Act, then the Mayor or Chair may request that speaker be muted. If a member of the public attending this meeting in-person engages in disruptive behavior that disturbs the orderly conduct of the meeting, they may be removed from the meeting after a warning, pursuant to Council Policy 000-17.

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AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Tem Amelio

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

2. PRESENTATIONS
A. Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner Proclamations Reference: Nick Smith, Mayor PG 9
Recommended Action: Present Proclamations for
2024 Citizen of the Year - Jeff Davi, Monterey Peninsula Home Team and A.G Davi, Lts.
2024 Community Impact Award - Sandra Button, Chairman of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
2024 Ruth Vreeland Memorial Public - Mayor Ann Carbone, Mayor of Sand City 2024 Robert C. Littlefield Award for Lifetime Achievement - Shawn Adams, Owner of Monterey Signs
2024 Business of the Year - will be publicly announced the night of event.

CEQA:

3. COUNCIL AND STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS (City-Related Items Only) A. Report on Closed Session by City Attorney
B. Other

4. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
General Public Comment must deal with matters subject to the jurisdiction of the City and the Council that are not on the Regular Agenda. This is the appropriate place to comment as to items on the Consent Agenda, only if you do not wish to have the item pulled for individual consideration by the Council.

Comments from the public will be limited to three minutes and will not receive Council action. Comments regarding items on the Regular Agenda shall be heard prior to Council’s consideration of such items at the time such items are called. Whenever possible, written correspondence should be submitted to the Council in advance of the meeting, to provide adequate time for its consideration.

A. Written General Public Comment

CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda deals with routine and non-controversial matters, and may include action on resolutions, ordinances, or other public hearings for which testimony is not anticipated. The vote on the Consent Agenda shall apply to each item that has not been removed. Any member of Council, staff, or the public may remove an item from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration. When items are pulled for discussion, they will be automatically placed at the end of their respective section within the Regular Agenda. One motion shall be made to adopt all non-removed items on the Consent Agenda.

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5. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Items pulled from this section will be placed under 12. Unfinished and Ongoing Business A. Minutes of the City Council's March 5, 2025 Regular Meeting PG 15 Reference: Sandra Kandell, City Clerk
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

6. RESOLUTIONS
Items pulled from this section will be placed under 12. Unfinished and Ongoing Business or 13. New Business

7. ORDINANCES
Items pulled from this section will be placed under 11. Public Hearings A. Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 16.40 Stopping, Standing And Parking By Adding Section 16.40.605 Parking Permits For Volunteers At City Sponsored Events PG 24
Reference: Brian Pierik, City Attorney
Recommended Action: Hold second reading and adopt an ordinance Amending Chapter

16.40 Stopping, Standing And Parking By Adding Section 16.40.605 Parking Permits For Volunteers At City Sponsored Events.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
B. Second Reading of an Ordinance Regarding Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Modifications
Reference: Fred Marsh, Administrative Services Director PG 28 Recommended Action: Hold second reading and adopt an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

8. REPORTS – INFORMATION ONLY
Items pulled from this section will be placed under 12. Unfinished and Ongoing Business or 13. New Business
A. Housing Element Annual Progress Report PG 47
Reference: Aaron Campbell, Senior Planner
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Recommended Action: Receive the city's Housing Element Annual Progress Report (HE APR) for submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the California Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI / formerly the Office of Planning and Research).

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
B. General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) for Reporting Year 2024 PG 68 Reference: Joseph Sidor, Contract Planner
Recommended Action: Receive and accept the General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) for Reporting (Calendar) Year 2024 for submittal to the California Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI / formerly the Office of Planning and Research).

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
C. Housing Element Monthly Status Update PG 107
Reference: Joseph Sidor, Contract Planner
Recommended Action: 1. Receive the report.

2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
D. Check Register February 2025 PG 109
Reference: Nicholas Cina, Finance Management Analyst
Recommended Action:

1. Receive the Check Register.

2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
E. Monterey Salinas Transit Meeting Minutes: February 10, 2025 PG 117 Reference: Joe Amelio, Mayor Pro Tem
Recommended Action: Receive minutes.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

9. REPORTS – REQUIRING ACTION
Items pulled from this section will be placed under 12. Unfinished and Ongoing Business or 13. New Business
A. Congress, Cedar, and Sunset Intersection Safety Improvement Project PG 126 Reference: Daniel Gho, Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager PGCC 3-19-25

Recommended Action:

Authorize Amendment #1 for Phase 1 of the Congress, Cedar, and Sunset Intersection Safety Improvement Project agreement with GHD to extend the term through June 30, 2026.

1. 2. Receive a project update.

3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

10. MEETING MINUTES OF COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES Items pulled from this section will be placed under 13. New Business A. Task Force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Minutes: February 10, 2025. PG 130 Reference: Sandra Kandell, City Clerk/DEI Coordinator
Recommended Action: Receive minutes.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
B. Recreation Board Minutes: January 23, 2025 PG 134
Reference: Katie Clark, Recreation Manager
Recommended Action: Receive minutes.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

REGULAR AGENDA

11. PUBLIC HEARINGS
For public hearings involving a quasi-judicial determination by the Council, the proponent of an item may be given 10 minutes to speak and others in support of the proponent’s position may be given three minutes each. A designated spokesperson for opposition to the item may be given 10 minutes to speak and all others in opposition may be given three minutes each. Very brief rebuttal and surrebuttal may be allowed in the sole discretion of the Council. In public hearings not involving a quasi-judicial determination by the Council, all persons may be given three minutes to speak on the matter.

A. Fifth Public Hearing to Establish District Boundaries to Transition from the City of Pacific Grove City Council At-Large Election System to a District-Based City Council Election System; Adoption on Second Reading on an Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members, Adopting a District Boundary Map, and Assigning a sequence of Elections and Approval of Report on the Basis for Decisions pursuant to Elections Code Section 21130 (f) . This item to commence at 6:15 p.m.

Reference: Matt Mogensen, City Manager PG 138
Recommended Action:

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Recommended Action:

Hold a public hearing regarding the Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members.

1. Hold second reading and adopt an Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members (Attachment 2).

2. Motion to approve Report on the Basis for Decisions pursuant to Elections Code Section 21130 (f) (Attachment 3).

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B. Tree Appeal 105 20th Street PG 158
Reference: George Fuerst, Environmental Program Manager Recommended Action: 1. Hold a de novo public hearing for tree removal permit application #24-176.

2. Uphold the decision of the City Arborist denying the removal of two (2) Palm trees located at 105 20th Street.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
C. David Avenue Street Rehabilitation – Award of Contract and Budget Modification PG 207 Reference: Daniel Gho, Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager Recommended Action:

Request the City Attorney to read the title of the Proposed Ordinance Amending the Operating and Capital Projects Budget for FY24/25

1. 2. Motion to waive further reading of the ordinance.

Introduce and hold the first reading of the Proposed Ordinance Amending the Operating and Capital Projects Budget for FY24/25

3. Direct a summary of a proposed Ordinance to be published as approved by the City Attorney.

4. Authorize Agreement with Monterey Peninsula Engineering (MPE) for the David Ave Street Rehabilitation project, which includes replacement of sewer infrastructure, for an amount not to exceed $480,560 plus a 15% contingency.

5. CEQA: Categorical Exemption, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Class I, Existing Facilities

12. UNFINISHED AND ONGOING BUSINESS
A. Sound Amplification under AB Sales 23.64.290(d)(1)(B) PG 212 Reference: Joe Amelio, Mayor Pro Tem
Recommended Action:

Modify Pacific Grove Municipal Code Section 23.64.290(d)(1)(B) as noted in the code, to read "Amplified and unamplified music and entertainment are allowed indoors and outdoors, and shall not generate noise in excess of 80 decibles (DB)..."

1. Direct the City Attorney to return to Council with an ordinance to modify Pacific Grove Municipal Code Section 23.64.290 and other sections of the Pacific Grove Municipal

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Code as it pertains to sound amplification.

3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
B. WorkPlan for FY 25-26/26-27, Finalization of Policy Statements and Goals and authorize release to the General Public
Reference: Robert Perrault, Consultant PG 214
Recommended Action: It is recommended the Council approve/modify the Proposed Policy Statements and Goals for Release to the Public for Comment.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378
C. Pacific Grove Cares Projects PG 219
Reference: Daniel Gho, Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager Recommended Action: Approve Pacific Grove Cares to commence work on two landscape project sites, Caledonia Park by the Tommy Stillwell sign, and Chase Park West, and authorize staff to assist Pacific Grove Cares with the two projects.

CEQA: Categorical Exemption, CEQA Guidelines Section 15304, Class 4, Minor Alterations to Land

13. NEW BUSINESS

14. FULL PRESENTATIONS

15. CLOSED SESSION

ADJOURNMENT
NOTICE OF ADA COMPLIANCE: Pursuant to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (Codified At 42 United States Code Section 12101 and 28 Code of Federal Regulations Part 35), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the City of Pacific Grove does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in the provision of any services, programs, or activities. The City of Pacific Grove does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. City Hall is an accessible facility. A limited number of assisted listening devices will be available at this meeting. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting or provide the requested agenda format.

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Agenda No. 2 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Nick Smith, Mayor
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner Proclamations
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RECOMMENDATION
Present Proclamations for
2024 Citizen of the Year - Jeff Davi, Monterey Peninsula Home Team and A.G Davi, Lts. 2024 Community Impact Award - Sandra Button, Chairman of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2024 Ruth Vreeland Memorial Public - Mayor Ann Carbone, Mayor of Sand City 2024 Robert C. Littlefield Award for Lifetime Achievement - Shawn Adams, Owner of Monterey Signs
2024 Business of the Year - will be publicly announced the night of event.

Attachments
MPCC Proclamations
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Agenda No. 5 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Sandra Kandell, City Clerk/DEI Coordinator
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Minutes of the City Council's March 5, 2025 Regular Meeting CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Approve minutes.

Attachments
Draft Minutes 3-5-25
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CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE

CITY COUNCIL

AMENDED REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 6:00 P.M.

Council Chamber – City Hall – 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA Appearing Remotely:

Councilmember Chaps Poduri
1530 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Smith called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Present in Chamber: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Rau, and Walkingstick. Councilmember Poduri appeared remotely as noticed.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Councilmember Walkingstick led the pledge of allegiance.

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Action: Upon motion by Mayor Pro Tem Amelio and seconded by Councilmember Rau, Council voted to approve the agenda.

Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

2. PRESENTATIONS
A. Certificate of Appreciation: Retirement of Ami Lonsinger (22 Years) Action: Council received the presentation.

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3. COUNCIL AND STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS (City-Related Items Only) A. The Special Closed Session Meeting was cancelled on March 4, 2024; no report.

B. Council and staff made general announcements.

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2 4. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
General public comment received from Darlene Matteson, Joy Colangelo, Susan Goldbeck, and Colleen Ingram.

A. Written General Public Comment

CONSENT AGENDA
Action: Upon motion by Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, and seconded by Councilmember Rau, the Council voted to approve the Consent Agenda.

Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

5. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
A. Minutes of the City Council's February 19, 2025 Special Study Session and Regular Meeting and February 26, 2025 Special Goal Setting Meeting Action: Approved minutes.

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6. RESOLUTIONS

7. ORDINANCES
A. Second reading of an ordinance to amend the City Salary Classification Schedule Action: Held second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 25-002 to amend the salary classification schedule to establish a salary range for new classifications of Urban Forester and Principal Civil Engineer.

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8. REPORTS – INFORMATION ONLY
A. Monterey-Salinas Transit Meeting Minutes for December 9, 2024 and January 13, 2025 Action: Received the minutes.

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B. Community Human Services Board Meeting Highlights for February 20, 2025 Action: Received the highlights.

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9. REPORTS – REQUIRING ACTION
A. FY 2025-2026 Special Events Calendar
Action:

1. Approved the FY 2025-2026 Special Events Calendar.

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3 2. Approved 5 proposed events as Special Events to be billed at full cost recovery rates.

3. Approved 23 proposed events as City Sponsored Events and waive the fees for City staff support and equipment/facility usage.

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10. MEETING MINUTES OF COMMISSIONS, BOARDS, AND COMMITTEES A. Task Force on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Meeting Minutes: December 9, 2024 and January 13, 2025
Action: Received the minutes.

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REGULAR AGENDA

11. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Fourth Public Hearing to Establish District Boundaries to Transition from the City of Pacific Grove City Council At-Large Election System to a District-Based City Council Election System and First Reading on an Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members, Adopting a District Boundary Map, and Assigning a sequence of Elections. This item commenced at 6:15 p.m.

Mayor Smith opened the public hearing to receive input from the community regarding the establishment of district boundaries to transition from an at-large City Council Election System to a District-Based City Council Election System in accordance with California Elections Code § 10010, and announced it will be in two parts. The first part focused on the maps and the second part focused on the sequencing of elections after the finally selected map.

Consultant Jeff Tilton provided a presentation regarding maps with emphasis on 101, 108, 109, 116, 118, 119, and 121.

Councilmembers Rau and Walkingstick provided a presentation on the Borda Count Method (rank voting process).

Public comment regarding maps received from Don Murphy, Marabee Boone, Katherine Melham, and Sharon Miller.

Public comment was closed and the discussion regarding maps was returned to Council.

Action: Upon motion by Mayor Pro Tem Amelio and seconded by Councilmember Garfield, Council voted to choose the Mayor’s suggested polling method versus the Borda Count Method to choose a map.

Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

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4 Action: Mayor Smith polled the Council as to their first map choice.

Councilmember Garfield 118
Councilmember Rau 108
Councilmember Poduri 101
Mayor Smith 101
Mayor Pro Tem Amelio 101
Councilmember McDonnell 108
Councilmember Walkingstick 101
Action: Upon motion by Mayor Pro Tem Amelio and seconded by Councilmember Garfield, Council voted to approve Map 101 for inclusion in the ordinance to transition to district elections.

Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

Consultant Jeff Tilton provided a presentation regarding sequencing of elections in districts of the final map.

Public comment regarding sequencing received from Inge Lorentzen Daumer.

Both public comment and the public hearing were closed and the discussion regarding sequencing was returned to Council.

Action: Upon motion by Councilmember Rau and seconded by Councilmember McDonnell, the Council voted for the sequencing of elections in districts as follows: 2026:

Districts 1, 3, and 5 and 2028: Districts 2, 4, and 6.

Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

Action: Upon motion by Mayor Smith and seconded and seconded by Councilmember Rau, the Council voted to request the City Attorney read the title of the ordinance; waive further reading of the ordinance; introduce and hold a first reading of an ordinance establishing district-based elections for Council Members by amending Pacific Grove Municipal Code Title 2 to add a new Chapter 2.70 (“district-based elections”) adopting a district boundary map and assigning a sequence of elections for the new districts (with insertions to blanks contained in Paragraphs 26, 27, 28, Section 3, and Exhibit A, accordingly); and direct that publication of the ordinance will be satisfied by publication of a summary approved by the DRAFT PGCC 3-19-25

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Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

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B. Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 16.40 Stopping, Standing And Parking By Adding Section 16.40.605 Parking Permits For Volunteers At City Sponsored Events
No public comment received.

Action: Upon motion by Mayor Pro Tem Amelio and seconded by Councilmember Walkingstick, Council voted to

1. Request the City Attorney read the title of the ordinance;

2. Waive further reading of the ordinance;

3. Introduce and hold first reading of an ordinance Amending Chapter 16.40 Stopping, Standing And Parking By Adding Section 16.40.605 Parking Permits For Volunteers At City Sponsored Events; and

4. Direct that publication of the ordinance will be satisfied by publication of a summary approved by the City Attorney
Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

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C. Public Hearing to Amend City Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024-25 No public comment received.

Action: Upon motion by Councilmember McDonnell and seconded by Councilmember Rau, Council voted to adopt Resolution No. 25-003 to modify the City’s FY 24-25 Revised Master Fee Schedule.

Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

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D. Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Modifications and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget
Public comment received from Lisa Ciani and Alicia Perez.

Action: Upon motion by Mayor Pro Tem Amelio and seconded by Councilmember Rau, Council voted to

1. Request the City Attorney read the title of the ordinance;

2. Waive further reading of the ordinance;

3. Introduce and hold first reading of an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024- 25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget; and

4. Direct that publication of the ordinance will be satisfied by publication of a summary approved by the City Attorney.

Motion carried 7-0 by the following roll-call vote:

AYES: Mayor Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Amelio, Councilmembers Garfield, McDonnell, Poduri, Rau, and Walkingstick.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

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12. UNFINISHED AND ONGOING BUSINESS
A. Selection of Core Areas of Focus and Request for Council Members to Draft Goal Statements for Each Selected Core Area
Public comment received from Lisa Ciani.

Action: Council received the recommendation that they select focus areas and begin the process of drafting goal statements for further consideration.

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13. NEW BUSINESS

14. FULL PRESENTATIONS

15. CLOSED SESSION

ADJOURNMENT
Council adjourned the regular meeting at 9:42 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,
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7 Sandra Kandell
City Clerk
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Agenda No. 7 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Brian Pierik, City Attorney
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 16.40 Stopping, Standing And Parking By Adding Section 16.40.605 Parking Permits For Volunteers At City Sponsored Events
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RECOMMENDATION
Hold second reading and adopt an ordinance Amending Chapter 16.40 Stopping, Standing And Parking By Adding Section 16.40.605 Parking Permits For Volunteers At City Sponsored Events.

DISCUSSION
There were no changes between the first and second readings of this Ordinance. The City Clerk caused a summary of the ordinance to be published on March 13, 2025.

On February 19, 2025, the City Council was presented with an Agenda Report regarding a proposed ordinance to allow for the issuance of parking permits to volunteers who assist at City Sponsored Events such as the 4th of July celebration, PG Concours Rally, Butterfly Parade, Stillwell’s Holiday in the Park, Good Old Days, Walk of Remembrance, and other events (“City Sponsored Events”). The City Council gave direction for the City Attorney to return with an Ordinance amending Chapter 16.40 of the Municipal Code to add a section to read
“The City Manager or designee shall issue parking permits for volunteers at city sponsored events including the 4th of July celebration, PG Concours Rally, Butterfly Parade, Stillwell’s Holiday in the Park, Good Old Days, Walk of Remembrance and other events as approved by the City Manager or designee. The permit shall be subject to the following limitations:
(a) Permit shall be clearly displayed;
(b) Permit is not valid where parking is prohibited (e.g. red zones, loading zones) or where parking is restricted to handicapped;
(c) Permit shall be revoked for abuse.”
Attachment 1 to this Agenda Report is a Proposed Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Pacific Grove Amending Chapter 16.40 Stopping, Standing And Parking By Adding Section 16.40.605 Parking Permits For Volunteers At City Sponsored Events.

OPTIONS
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1. Take alternative action related to this subject.

2. Take no action.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Not Applicable.

Attachments
1 Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 16.40
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ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE AMENDING CHAPTER 16.40 STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING BY ADDING SECTION 16.40.605 PARKING PERMITS FOR VOLUNTEERS AT CITY

SPONSORED EVENTS
FACTS

1. The City sponsors events including 4th of July celebration, PG Concours Rally, Butterfly Parade, Stillwell’s Holiday in the Park, Good Old Days, Walk of Remembrance, and other events (“City Sponsored Events”).

2. There are volunteers who assist the City at the City Sponsored Events.

3. This Ordinance will allow for the issuance of parking permits to volunteers who assist at the City Sponsored Events.

4. Enactment of this Ordinance action does not constitute a “project” as defined by California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The foregoing Facts are adopted as findings of the City Council as though set forth in fully within the body of this Ordinance.

SECTION 2. Section 16.40.605 is hereby added to Chapter 16.40 of the Pacific Grove Municipal Code and shall read as follows:

16.40.605 Parking Permits for Volunteers at City Sponsored Events The City Manager or designee shall issue parking permits for volunteers at city sponsored events including the 4th of July celebration, PG Concours Rally, Butterfly Parade, Stillwell’s Holiday in the Park, Good Old Days, Walk of Remembrance and other events as approved by the City Manager or designee. The permit shall be subject to the following limitations:
(a) Permit shall be clearly displayed;
(b) Permit is not valid where parking is prohibited (e.g. red zones, loading zones) or where parking is restricted to handicapped;
(c) Permit shall be revoked for abuse.

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2 SECTION 3. The City Manager is directed to execute all documents and to perform all other necessary City acts to implement this Ordinance.

SECTION 4. Severability. If any provision, section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or any part thereof, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance, or any part thereof, or its application to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed and adopted each provision, section, paragraph, subparagraph, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, paragraphs, subparagraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

Section 5. In accord with Article 15 of the City Charter, this ordinance shall become effective on the thirtieth (30th) day following its passage and adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE this ______ day of ______________, ______, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:
_______________________________
NICK SMITH, Mayor
ATTEST:

DATED:_______________________
_______________________________
SANDRA KANDELL, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________
BRIAN A. PIERIK, City Attorney
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Agenda No. 7 B

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Fred Marsh, Administrative Services Director
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Second Reading of an Ordinance Regarding Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Modifications
CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Hold second reading and adopt an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget.

DISCUSSION
There were no changes between the first and second readings of this Ordinance. The City Clerk caused a summary of the ordinance to be published on March 13, 2025.

The Proposed Fiscal Year 24/25 budget was developed based on conservative growth in the current fiscal year. Year-to-date and projected revenues and expenses are included as an attachment to this report and are summarized below. The ending fund balance is projected to meet the General Fund reserve policy previously adopted by Council. However, the five -ear forecast in the adopted budget projected fund balance projects a decrease over each of the remaining four fiscal years. Staff will update the five-year forecast as part of the preliminary budget to be presented to Council in May.

Line Item Original FY 24-25 Amended FY 24-25 Projected FY 24-25 Beginning Fund Balance $ 17,581,788 $ 17,581,788 $ 17,581,788 Estimated Revenues $ 33,312,727 $ 33,312,727 $ 33,317,000 Estimated Expenses $ 34,405,714 $ 35,562,414 $ 35,152,000 Change before Adjustments $ (1,092,987) $ (2,249,687) $ (1,835,000) Proposed Adjustments $ (770,000)
Projected Total Change $ (1,092,987) $ (2,249,687) $ (2,625,000) Projected Ending Balance $ 16,488,801 $ 15,332,101 $ 14,976,788 PGCC 3-19-25

General Fund revenues overall are expected to meet the overall budget for the current fiscal year, with property taxes, utility user taxes and water entitlement rights projected to come in higher than the original projections, offset mostly by lower than expected construction permit revenue and plan check fees. General Fund expenditures overall are expected to be somewhat under budget, with Administrative Services, Community Development and Public Works expected to come in under budget due to vacancies and other expected expenditure savings during the fiscal year in those departments.

Capital Project Rollovers
Staff is requesting budget rollovers for the following capital projects, originally funded in prior years and carried into Fiscal Year 2024-25. This is an annual formality that allows for the continued progress and proper closure of projects. At the time of this writing, 62% of the projects being carried forward have already been completed; however, since work was performed and/or final invoicing occurred in the current fiscal year, these projects must be formally carried forward in the budget. The remaining projects are multi-year initiatives that were always intended to span multiple years due to their larger scope, which often includes extensive planning and environmental review before construction. Carrying forward projects is a standard practice that ensures financial reconciliation and project completion. A separate attachment to this report outlines the financial impact of these rollovers on affected funds and provides further details on the proposed carryforwards.

Project Number / Name Funds Rollover Status
CIP 23-03 / Cedar, Sunset, Congress 20 $650,856 Work in Progress CIP 24-06 / Design of Sidewalk extension 63 9,736 Complete CIP18-46 / Tide Pool Pt. Pinos 63 9,781 Complete
CIP22-03 / Phase 9 Sewer Improvements 76 279,854 Complete CIP22-13 / Ballpark Backstop Replacement 93/63 7,939 Complete CIP22-21 / George Washington Park Playground 63/84 106,801 Complete CIP23-04 / David Ave Street Rehabilitation 17/76 407,490 Project Development CIP23-05 / Lighthouse Roof Repair 27 57,950 Project Development CIP23-06 / Pump Station Replacement 76 22,904 Bids/RFP
CIP23-07 / Mezzanine upgrades 8 75,000 Complete
CIP23-08 / Basement moisture control 8 38,800 Complete
CIP23-10 / Fire station roof 84 16,574 Complete
CIP23-12 / FD bathroom & showers 84 152,914 Complete
CIP23-21 / David Ave. sidewalk 84 596,645 Complete
CIP23-22 / Rec Board park inventory 84 15,000 Work in Progress CIP24-01 / FY 23-24 Street Rehabilitation 17/47/63/76 1,820,315 Complete CIP24-02/ 23/24 Crack & Slurry 17/84 40,349 Complete
CIP24-03 / Priority Stormwater Repair 63 95,923 Project Development CIP24-04 / Sewer Collection System Master 76 1,757,604 Work in Progress CIP24-05 / George Washington Park Enhancement 63 38,940 Work in Progress Total Proposed Rollovers $6,201,375
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General Fund Proposed Adjustments
In preparing this mid-year report, the administrative services staff worked with the departments to identify proposed adjustments to be presented to Council as part of the mid year report, as listed below:

Proposed Budget Adjustment Department Amount
Building Contract Services Building $300,000
Increase Admin Analyst from .75 FTE to 1 FTE Library 25,000 Replacement of Police Car Police 85,000
ADA Assessment Completion Public Works 40,000
Emergency Storm Water Repair 4th and Central Public Works 50,000 Chautauqua Hall Historic Federal Register Public Works 20,000 Elevator Repairs at Youth Center Public Works 123,500
Additional Facility Assessments Public Works 37,000
Replacement of Pool Heater Public Works 10,000
Sentry Alarm 5-year inspections Public Works 19,500
Additional Part-Time Staffing Costs (Net) Recreation 60,000 Total Proposed Additional Adjustments $770,000
The police car proposed to be replaced has over 100,000 miles on the vehicle and is past the estimated useful life established for the vehicle. The additional building contract services are related to building review services related to the construction of the new hotel in the City, which are being funded by building permit fees collected in the prior fiscal year. The increase in FTE of the Library Administrative Analyst position will assist in renovating the library website, data collection for upcoming special program projects for funding foundations, create a communication outreach program for the library and help provide additional backup and support to the library director and Library Board.

The list of various projects for Public Works have been identified as higher priority projects by the City Manager and Public Works director.

The increase in part-time staffing costs for recreation is to provide support for the increased program offerings and participant registrations of the department. Highlights to date include 103 additional Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) registrations in July, 21 additional recreational swim sessions which expanded the pool season into August and September, 70 additional registrations for the Youth Soccer League, the addition of a Youth Basketball League with 73 registrations in its first season, and new family programs. Additionally, outreach efforts were increased through additional staffing for the Youth Center Afterschool Program to ensure continued availability 5 days a week throughout the 10-month school year, monthly special events for Middle School and High School students, visits to Pacific Grove Middle School, as well as the Hotshots and Punt, Pass & Kick competitions. For the remainder of the fiscal year, staff will offer a lifeguard certification course to help the lifeguard recruitment efforts, increase the length of our recreation swim sessions, increase Summer Adventure Camp registration spaces, and continue to offer the ELOP program at the maximum registration allowed per the MOU with the School District. These costs are net of anticipated reimbursements for approximately $48,000 from the school district related to the ELOP summer camp to be offered in June per the MOU with the school district.

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OPTIONS
Provide alternate direction to staff.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

The proposed adjustments for the General Fund are projected to reduce its fund balance by approximately $770,000, of which $300,000 are being funded by building permit fees collected in the prior fiscal year. The proposed capital project rollovers are projected to reduce capital project related reserves carried over from prior years in the City’s funds by approximately $6 million.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Not Applicable.

Attachments
Combined Interim Financials
Ordinance
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City of Pacific Grove
California Interim Financial Statements
For the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025
City of Pacific Grove
300 Forest Avenue
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
www.cityofpacificgrove.org
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Matthew Mogensen
City Manager
Table of Contents
Revenues by Fund ................................................. 3 Expenses by Fund ................................................. 4 General Fund Revenue and Expense Reports ....... 5
Enterprise Expense Funds Reports ........................ 8 Internal Service Expense Reports .......................... 9 Fund Numbers and Descriptions ......................... 10 General Fund Revenue Overview ........................ 11 Departmental Expenditure Overview .................. 12 Mission and Vision
 Mission: To deliver quality professional public
services in the City and region
 Vision: To thoughtfully grow as an inclusive
community, protecting its character
Core Values
 Leadership: Uphold the highest work ethic
 Inclusiveness: Cultivate an environment of trust
 Integrity: Safeguard public trust
 Collaboration: Promote transparent engagement
 Stewardship: Protect our natural environment
Focused Priority Areas and Goals
 Recreation: Robust and accessible activities
 Infrastructure: Maintain community assets
 Stewardship: Implement sustainable practices
 Housing: Diversity affordable opportunities
City Council Fiscal Year 2024-25
Mayor: Nick Smith
Councilmembers: Joe Amelio, Mayor Pro Tempore
Cynthia Garfield
Lori McDonnell
Chaps Poduri
Tina Rau
Paul Walkingstick

The City of Pacific Grove
presents its interim financials
for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

This report presents the City’s
overall financial condition in
an easy to read format for all
users, focusing on major
revenues and expenses by
major fund type.

Summary of Annual Report
This report is an interim financial
update on the City’s various
funds, including its General,
Sewer, Local Water and
Cemetery funds, as presented in
more detail in the City’s adopted
budget for FY 2024-25.

Audit Opinion / Awards for Excellence
The City has received a “clean” unmodified audit
opinion for its prior audited financial reports, and
a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in
Financial Reporting (COA) from the Government
Finance Officers Association (GFOA). In addition,
the City has received awards for excellence for its
operating budget from GFOA and the California
Society of Municipal Finance Officers. These
awards focus on providing quality documents
that are easy to understand by the public.

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City of Pacific Grove
Interim Financials
Fiscal Year 2024-25
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Revenues by Fund - FY 2024-25 (Unaudited)
Through December 2024
50% of Budget Year Complete
Fund Revised Budget YTD
YTD % of
Budget Prior YTD
Projected
Change for
Fiscal Year
Projected
Ending
Reserves *
Main Fund - Fund 01 $ 33,288,027 $ 15,261,090 46% 15,424,403 $ $ (1,093,687) $ 16,302,503 Other Funds Included 24,700 19,512 79% 16,432 700 186,298 General Fund 33,312,727 15,280,602 46% 15,440,835 (1,092,987) 16,488,801 Capital Projects 917,500 425,000 46% 460,843 (564,500) (204,304) Capital Funds 917,500 425,000 46% 460,843 (564,500) (204,304) Local Water Project 1,310,187 1,034,521 79% 727,342 299,262 76,696 Cemetery 653,000 279,334 43% 309,760 (67,349) 1,018,896 Sewer 4,248,000 0% 722,230 997,950 9,592,168
Golf 762,000 209,932 28% 229,713 6,943 1,032,984
Sewer Lateral Loans 4,000 0% 1,781 4,000 170,928
Enterprise Funds 6,977,187 1,523,787 22% 1,990,826 1,240,806 11,891,672 Employee Benefit 265,000 55,657 21% 174,822 (67,000) 92,520 Worker's Compensation 722,113 191,055 26% 427,921 (13,836) 584,944 Liability Insurance 752,000 0% 350,585 34,997 627,716
Internal Service Funds 1,739,113 246,712 14% 953,328 (45,839) 1,305,180 Library 22,000 0% 3,420 22,000 587,637
Cemetery 113,000 22,946 20% 51,978 113,000 2,258,254
Yount 8,000 0% 4,267 - 781,371
Trust Funds 143,000 22,946 16% 59,665 135,000 3,627,262 Library / Poetry 94,712 45,713 48% 62,398 (3,288) 256,963 Museum 4,000 - 0% 3,679 (48,000) 296,823
Public Safety 800,225 204,656 26% 371,536 (22,152) 296,121 Housing 31,000 532 2% 99,821 (266,718) 769,192
Streets 1,596,839 673,317 42% 504,205 (194,060) 1,399,845 Lighthouse 90,000 58,980 66% 47,136 (51,500) 172,470
Community Development/CDBG 21,200 2,586 12% 78,270 1,200 1,435,659 ARPA 15,000 - 0% 11,981 (7,000) 888,169
Downtown/Hospitality Districts 695,650 284,992 41% 255,682 63,250 63,886 Cable Franchise / Other 97,650 84,599 87% 30,764 (48,350) 83,177 Other Funds 3,446,276 1,355,375 39% 1,465,472 (576,618) 5,662,305 Totals All Funds $ 46,535,803 $ 18,854,422 41% $ 20,370,969 $ (904,138) $ 38,770,916 * Excludes Proposed Adjustments and Rollovers
Revenues Working Capital
46%
46%
22%
14%
16%
39%
41%
General Fund
Capital Funds
Enterprise Funds
Internal Service Funds
Trust Funds
Other Funds
Totals All Funds
Budgeted Revenues / YTD % of Budget - By Fund Type
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Fund
Main Fund - Fund 01
Other Funds Included
General Fund
Capital Projects
Capital Funds
Local Water Project
Cemetery
Sewer
Golf
Sewer Lateral Loans
Enterprise Funds
Employee Benefit
Worker's Compensation
Liability Insurance
Internal Service Funds
Library
Cemetery
Yount
Trust Funds
Library / Poetry
Museum
Public Safety
Housing
Streets
Lighthouse
Community Development/CDBG
ARPA
Downtown/Hospitality Districts
Cable Franchise / Other
Other Funds
Totals All Funds
Expenses by Fund - FY 2024-25 (Unaudited)
Through December 2024
50% of Budget Year Complete
Revised Budget YTD
YTD % of
Projected
Purchase
Orders
YTD %
with POs Prior YTD
$ 34,381,714 $ 14,930,143 43% 4,536,192 $ 57% 15,132,362 $ 24,000 11,767 49% 1,027 53% 14,536
34,405,714 14,941,910 43% 4,537,219 57% 15,146,898
1,482,000 417,944 28% 28% 87,894
1,482,000 417,944 28% - 28% 87,894
1,010,925 769,444 76% 323,994 >100% 267,169
720,349 277,506 39% 20,139 41% 295,914
3,250,050 1,676,027 52% 2,383,039 >100% 1,049,389
755,057 734,947 97% 97% 297,154
0% 0%
5,736,381 3,457,924 60% 2,727,172 >100% 1,909,626
332,000 223,953 67% 67% 134,613
735,949 633,608 86% 86% 579,740
717,003 642,631 90% 90% 513,033
1,784,952 1,500,192 84% - 84% 1,227,386
0% 0%
0% 0%
8,000 0% 0% 941
8,000 - 0% - 0% 941
0%
98,000 19,542 20% - 20% 32,559
52,000 58,809 >100% 5,065 >100% -
822,377 453,667 55% 150,936 74% 440,535
297,718 55,570 19% - 19% 61,683
1,790,899 728,758 41% 909,307 91% 1,081,403
141,500 59,156 42% - 42% 34,460
20,000 12,615 63% - 63% -
22,000 685,668 >100% 136,016 >100% 85,815
632,400 185,977 29% - 29% 175,784
146,000 97,493 67% 39,192 94% 135,351
4,022,894 2,357,255 59% 1,240,516 89% 2,047,590
$ 47,439,941 $ 22,675,225 48% $ 8,504,907 66% $ 20,420,335 Expenses
43%
28%
60%
84%
0%
59%
48%
General Fund
Capital Funds
Enterprise Funds
Internal Service Funds
Trust Funds
Other Funds
Totals All Funds
Budgeted Expenses / YTD % of Budget By Fund Type
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General Fund Revenues - FY 2024-25 (Unaudited)
Through December 2024
50% of Budget Year Complete
Revenue Account
Revised
Budget YTD Revenues
YTD % of
Budget
Year End
Projection
Prior YTD
Revenues
Prior YTD %
of PY Budget
Property Taxes $ 10,411,000 $ 5,875,919 56% 10,656,000 5,589,273 55% Sales Taxes 6,094,000 2,059,005 34% 6,120,000 2,010,287 34% Business License/Cannabis Taxes 583,000 235,040 40% 430,000 381,670 55% Franchise Taxes 1,659,000 289,149 17% 1,460,000 324,116 20% Utility User Taxes 2,043,000 987,804 48% 2,643,000 779,101 37% Transient Occupancy Tax 6,922,000 2,885,751 42% 6,522,000 2,978,151 44% Litter Abatement 210,000 54,407 26% 217,000 51,027 25%
Construction Permits 750,000 374,745 50% 544,000 806,872 69% Zoning Enforcement 283,250 84,091 30% 132,000 131,932 64% Plan Check Fees 705,000 334,591 47% 523,000 322,041 64% Parking Meters 373,000 182,200 49% 366,000 168,036 50%
Water Entitlements 575,187 1,391,433 >100% 1,500,000 275,284 47% Interest Earned 250,000 10,777 4% 300,000 66,886 14%
Investment Market Value Gain/Loss 0% - 83,426 24%
Indirect Cost Reimbursement 551,000 - 0% - 202,000 50%
Total Major Revenues 31,409,437 14,764,912 47% 31,413,000 14,170,102 45% Total General Fund Revenues 33,312,727 15,261,090 46% 33,317,000 15,424,403 46% 56%
34%
40%
17%
48%
42%
55%
34%
55%
20%
37%
44%
Property Taxes - $10.4 million
Sales Taxes - $6.1 million
Business License/Cannabis Taxes - $0.6 million
Franchise Taxes - $1.7 million
Utility User Taxes - $2.0 million
Transient Occupancy Tax - $6.9 million
Budgeted Tax Revenues / YTD % of Budget - Current YTD vs Prior YTD 24-25 23-24
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General Fund Expenses by Department - FY 2024-25 (Unaudited) Through December 2024
50% of Budget Year Complete
Department Revised Budget
YTD
Expenditures
YTD % of
Budget
PY YTD %
of PY
Budget
Outstanding
Purchase
Orders
YTD %
with POs
Year End
Projection
City Council / Non Dept $ 294,089 $ 108,082 37% 77% -$ 37% 294,000 $ City Attorney 1,184,360 328,641 28% 18% 231,704 47% 1,184,000 City Manager 1,691,819 659,765 39% 49% 7,612 39% 1,650,000 Admin Services 4,026,880 1,269,332 32% 45% 173,401 36% 3,900,000 Community Development 2,983,158 1,208,906 41% 44% 1,504,858 91% 2,900,000 Police 10,013,665 5,029,664 50% 54% 200,234 52% 10,000,000 Fire 5,779,600 3,191,337 55% 59% 1,676,592 84% 5,770,000 Library 1,215,144 614,445 51% 53% 9,589 51% 1,200,000
Museum 384,300 191,237 50% 48% 171,150 94% 384,000
Recreation 1,637,539 828,567 51% 47% 2,170 51% 1,698,000 Public Works 6,351,860 2,045,169 32% 45% 558,882 41% 6,172,000 Total General Fund $ 35,562,414 $ 15,475,145 44% 50% $ 4,536,192 56% $ 35,152,000 37%
28%
39%
32%
41%
50%
55%
51%
50%
51%
32%
44%
50%
City Council / Non Dept
City Attorney
City Manager
Admin Services
Community Development
Police
Fire
Library
Museum
Recreation
Public Works
Total General Fund
Percent of Year Complete
Revised Budget / YTD % of Budget - By Department
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General Fund Expenditure Report - FY 2024-25 (Unaudited) Through the Month of December 2024
50% of Budget Year Complete
Expense Line Item
Revised
Budget YTD
YTD % of
Budget
Purchase
Orders
YTD % with
POs
Salaries 10,828,341 4,975,480 46% 0 46%
Contract/Professional Services 7,319,001 3,237,658 44% 4,101,186 100% Unfunded Pension Liability 4,212,163 2,106,081 50% 0 50% Fund Transfers Capital / Other 1,555,187 432 0% 0 0%
Debt Service 1,462,562 1,456,281 100% 0 100%
Legal Services / Retainer 1,293,360 335,152 26% 231,704 44% Health Insurance 1,241,179 489,973 39% 0 39%
Retirement (PERS) 1,094,058 481,498 44% 0 44%
Internal Service Charges 1,090,000 0 0% 0 0%
Utilities 804,309 507,817 63% 14,651 65%
Other Employee Benefits 583,932 303,472 52% 0 52%
Equipment and Related Leases 564,999 132,852 24% 46,636 32% Repairs and Maintenance 518,050 146,176 28% 58,750 40%
Supplies 513,572 184,735 36% 20,357 40%
Other Operating Costs 505,850 172,774 34% 35,146 41%
Software Licenses and Support 337,451 278,593 83% 27,763 91% Subscriptions and Memberships 282,200 80,874 29% 0 29%
Meetings / Travel / Training 175,500 40,295 23% 0 23%
Grand Total 34,381,714 14,930,143 43% 4,536,193 57%
Percent of Year Complete
46%
44%
50%
0%
100%
26%
39%
44%
0%
63%
52%
24%
28%
36%
34%
83%
29%
23%
43%
50%
Salaries
Contract/Professional Services
Unfunded Pension Liability
Fund Transfers Capital / Other
Debt Service
Legal Services / Retainer
Health Insurance
Retirement (PERS)
Internal Service Charges
Utilities
Other Employee Benefits
Equipment and Related Leases
Repairs and Maintenance
Supplies
Other Operating Costs
Software Licenses and Support
Subscriptions and Memberships
Meetings / Travel / Training
Grand Total
Budget or Projected / YTD % of Budget - Major Expense Categories Percent of Year Complete
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Expense Report by Object - Enterprise Funds - FY 2024-25 (Unaudited) Through December 2024
50% of Budget Year Complete
Fund / Expense Line Item CY Budget CY Expenses % CY Budget PY Budget PY Expenses % PY Budget 74 - Local Water Project 1,360,925 769,444 57% 1,636,449 392,169 24% Supplies And Services 25,000 1,467 6% 15,000 1,428 10%
Contract Services 419,476 193,570 46% 410,000 156,843 38% Fund Transfers 350,000 0 0% 600,000 125,000 21%
Indirect And ISF Charges 50,000 0 0% 30,000 15,000 50%
Debt Service 206,449 0 0% 206,449 0 0%
Project Utilities 310,000 574,407 185% 375,000 93,897 25% Cemetery Services And Supplies 720,349 277,506 39% 684,119 295,915 43% Services And Supplies 114,650 29,790 26% 123,250 62,693 51% Salaries And Benefits 315,699 119,387 38% 269,869 80,898 30% Indirect Costs And Isf Charges 169,000 0 0% 116,000 58,000 50% Utilities 121,000 128,329 106% 175,000 94,323 54%
Sewer Debt Service / Asbs Grant 3,250,050 1,676,027 52% 5,771,105 1,049,389 18% Debt Service 89,689 43,907 49% 86,815 42,907 49%
Other Operating Costs 238,069 69,019 29% 217,300 26,293 12% Capital Improvements 622,052 747,448 120% 3,333,560 174,764 5% Employee Salaries 637,237 362,327 57% 585,463 287,218 49% Contract Services 374,725 139,952 37% 374,725 34,920 9% Employee Benefits 174,278 88,612 51% 154,677 80,745 52% Indirect Cost / ISF Charges 423,000 0 0% 366,000 183,000 50% Maintenance Services 450,000 102,896 23% 429,565 121,722 28% Unfunded Pension Liability 141,000 70,500 50% 123,000 61,500 50% Utilities 100,000 51,367 51% 100,000 36,321 36%
Golf Cip And Equipment 755,057 734,947 97% 695,598 297,154 43% Capital Projects And Equipment 108,000 16,850 16% 63,500 2,703 4% Services And Supplies 30,000 0 0% 30,000 0 0%
Debt Service 272,057 135,955 50% 272,098 131,822 48%
Utilities 20,000 12,770 64% 15,000 10,253 68%
Indirect Cost Allocation 20,000 0 0% 10,000 5,000 50%
Utilities 305,000 569,372 187% 305,000 147,375 48%
6,086,381 3,457,925 57% 8,787,271 2,034,627 23%
57%
39%
52%
97%
24%
43%
18%
43%
Local Water Project - $1.0 million
Cemetery - $0.7 million
Sewer - $3.3 million
Golf - $0.8 million
CY Budget or Projected / YTD % of Budget - By Fund
YTD % of CY Budget
YTD % of PY Budget
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Internal Service Funds Expense Report - FY 2024-25 (Unaudited) Through December 2024
50% of Budget Year Complete
Fund / Expense Line Item CY Budget CY Expenses % CY Budget PY Budget PY Expenses % PY Budget 70 - Employee Benefit Fund 332,000 223,953 67% 359,600 134,613 37% Other Costs 89,000 51,835 58% 73,100 38,454 53%
Health Benf. Reimbrmst 57,000 18,956 33% 75,000 26,093 35% Health Insurance Cost 183,000 138,061 75% 210,000 67,215 32% Unemployment Claims 3,000 15,102 503% 1,500 2,851 190%
71 - Workers Compensation 735,949 633,608 86% 730,992 579,740 79% Services And Supplies 25,000 6,713 27% 39,575 7,478 19% Salary And Benefits 55,949 8,113 15% 49,417 9,482 19%
Insurance Premiums 305,000 277,919 91% 292,000 271,972 93% Insurance Claims 350,000 340,863 97% 350,000 290,808 83% 72 - Liability Insurance 717,003 642,631 90% 690,375 513,033 74% Services And Supplies 39,200 10,820 28% 125,075 300 0%
Salaries And Benefits 49,803 12,870 26% 44,300 18,616 42% Insurance Premiums 515,000 557,706 108% 481,000 468,430 97% Insurance Claims 113,000 61,235 54% 40,000 25,686 64%
Grand Total 1,784,952 1,500,192 84% 1,780,967 1,227,386 69% Other Related Information for Insurance Funds:

Recommended Reserve Levels: 65% of outstanding liabilities for Insurance ISF Funds Self Insured Retention Amount: $150,000 per occurrence
New Claims for Quarter: ↑ 2 (6 compared to 4 new claims for same quarter in prior fiscal year) Claims Outstanding: ↓ 10 (25 compared to 35 in same quarter of prior fiscal year) 67%
86%
90%
37%
79%
74%
Employee Benefits
Worker's Compensation
Liability Insurance
Budget / YTD % of Budget - By Fund CY YTD % of Budget
PY YTD % of Budget
91%
97%
108%
54%
93%
83%
97%
64%
Worker's Comp Premiums
Worker's Comp Claims
Liability Premiums
Liability Claims
Budget / YTD % of Budget - For Selected Object Categories CY YTD % of Budget
PY YTD % of Budget
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City of Pacific Grove, California
Fund Numbers and Descriptions
General and Capital Project Funds
General Fund - Accounts for funds not accounted for and reported in another fund, including the following subfunds:
 General Fund (01)  Asset Seizure (22)  Operating Donations (31)  Small Business Assistance (48)  Civic Center (14)  Stillwell Children’s Pool (24)  Vehicle Replacement (32)  Reiko Koo Estate Donation (93)  Drug Awareness (21)  Youth Center Donation (25)  Storm Water (44) Capital Projects (63) - Accounts for capital projects funded fully or in part by discretionary General Fund revenues.

Enterprise Funds
Cemetery (75) - Accounts for revenue from El Carmelo Cemetery site sales and the Little Chapel lease.

Local Water Project (74) - Accounts for the reclamation plant’s operation, treatment, and sale of recycled water.

Sewer (76,78) - Accounts for the City's sewer operations and maintenance (76) and provides funds for sewer lateral loans (78).

Golf Course (77) - Accounts for the concessionaire leases for the golf course, property improvement costs, and debt service.

Internal Service Funds
Employee Benefit (70) - Accumulates contributions from departments to pay for a variety of employee benefit costs.

Workers' Compensation (71) – Accumulates contributions from departments to pay for premiums, claims and administrative costs.

Liability Insurance (72) – Accumulates contributions from departments for claims, legal costs, and insurance premiums.

Trust (Permanent) Funds
Library (85) - Retains donations and bequeaths for the benefit of Library materials and collections.

Cemetery (86) - Accounts for perpetual expenses; and preservation of burial sites, grounds, paths, roadways and structures.

Yount (90) - Supports beautification of the City and minor improvements to education or recreational facilities.

Other Funds
Library / Poetry (7,11,40) – Accounts for funds to support the promotion of poetry and library improvements and equipment.

Museum (8) – Accounts for donations designated for improvements to the City’s museum of natural history.

Public Safety (12,42-45) – Accounts for funds in support of fire and police safety programs, SRO and 911 services and equipment.

Housing (15,28,36) – Accounts for affordable housing activities for residents and seniors and supports loans for affordable housing.

Streets (17-20,47) – Accounts for Gas and RMRA taxes, Measure X, and other grant funds for street maintenance and improvements.

Lighthouse (27) – Supports the operation at the Point Pinos Lighthouse including staffing, supplies, maintenance and improvements.

Community Development/CDBG (5,34,55) – Accounts for Community Development Block Grants and other department activities.

ARPA (84) – Accounts for funds received and expenditures from the American Rescue Plan Act provided by the federal government.

Downtown/Hospitality Districts (9-10) – Funds support the Chamber of Commerce and Convention/Visitor’s Bureau operations.

Cable Franchise / Other (6, Other) – Funds programming on public access television (PEG) and other donations and grants, including:
 ASBS Grant (79)  Yount Income (41)  Chautauqua Hall (26)  Coastal Conservancy Grant (69)  Strong Disbursements (46)  Mcindoo Donation (92)  Operating Grants (30)  Carillon Fund (03)
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Information related to major revenues categories is provided within this section. All graphs are in millions.

Property Taxes
Property tax revenues are received in December and April, with a minor amount in June. Proposition 13 sets FY 75-76 assessed values as the base year, with a growth rate limited to 2% for future years. The County Assessor also reappraises each real property parcel when there are purchases, construction, or other statutorily defined changes in ownership. Proposition 13 limits the property tax to 1% of each property’s full value, plus additional percentages for voter approved indebtedness. The City receives approximately sixteen cents of every dollar of property tax. Variations can result from timing differences, changes in assessed valuations, new developments and property sales during the year.

Sales Tax
Voters approved Measure A, a new 0.50% transaction and use tax. This increased the combined sales tax rate to 9.25% in October 2022. The General Fund portion of the City sales tax is comprised of a 1% Bradley-Burns statutory sales tax rate; and Measure U, a 1% transaction and use tax that was approved by voters in 2008. Restaurants and Hotels are the largest providers of sales tax to the City, followed by businesses in the building and construction category and from the County/State sales tax pool. Variances can occur annually resulting from timing differences, changes in car sales and online purchases, the two largest categories of its use tax, and from variances in tourism in the area.

Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
TOT is a lodging tax received on a monthly basis that is collected on overnight rental accommodation stays of 30 consecutive days or less. In 2010, the City updated its municipal code and began collecting TOT on residential or short-term rental properties (STRS). In Fiscal Year 17/18, the City approved an ordinance to reduce the number of short-term rentals, effective April 30, 2019. A one-time lottery was also conducted that eliminated 51 STR licenses to meet the ordinance’s new density requirements. In November of 2018 voters approved Measure U, increasing the TOT rate to 12%. This increased tax was partially offset by Measure M, eliminating STRs outside of the Coastal and Commercial zones. Variances can be affected by timing differences and changes in room and hotel occupancy rates.

Other Taxes
The City imposes a utility users’ tax on residents and businesses that utilize water, gas, electricity, telephone, and cable services. This tax is assessed at a rate of 5% of the amount charged by the utility; and it is paid by the person consuming the service. The amount of revenues received is affected by timing differences and updates to the underlying rate structures or new development projects.

The City grants franchises to utilities to construct, maintain, lay infrastructure, or operate transportation on or over streets, alleys, lanes, or other public places within the City. New franchises or their renewal are levied a tax of at least 2% of gross annual receipts from franchises within the City.

The City charges a business license tax on entities doing business within the City. The tax rate is based upon gross receipts of the previous calendar year, with a minimum annual tax of $15 and a maximum of $3,000. The tax is payable on July 31st of each year along with a business improvement district assessment of 35% of the tax. The amounts can vary annually due to timing differences and periodic external audits and changes in business activity.

City of Pacific Grove
General Fund Revenue Overview
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Note that expenditures for most operating departments include amounts budgeted for personnel costs, including allocations for payment of the City’s unfunded pension liability, meeting and travel costs (except the City Attorney, Fire and Museum departments, operated on a contract basis), and internal service charges for support provided by other departments. In addition, most departments include allocations for utilities and contracted professional services. The departments’ budgets also include the following, with the overall variances for the departments being related to changes from year to year in costs incurred for these items and the items previously noted:

General Fund
City Council – Includes annual association memberships
City Attorney – Includes the legal retainer and contract legal services City Manager – Includes economic development and human resources programs and consultants Administrative Services – Includes contracted technology services, bank fees, leases for equipment and cloud based services, communication / phone services, software licenses, computer equipment / support and repairs Community Development – Includes contracted building, planning and dept legal professional services, bank fees, advertising for bidding, leases for equipment and cloud based services and software licenses Police – Includes dept legal services, communication / phone services, bank fees, safety and computer equipment / support, vehicle fuel and dept related debt service payments and fund transfers Fire – Includes contracted fire services, repairs, fire prevention services and dept related debt service / transfers Library – Includes new library books, leases for equipment and cloud based services and building repairs Museum – Includes the operation of the museum and building repairs Public Works – Includes maintenance of buildings, equipment, grounds and trees, street cleaning, maintenance of the fleet, leases for equipment and cloud based services, supplies and services and communication charges Recreation - Includes bank fees, advertising for recreation programs, building repair and operating supplies Enterprise / Internal Service Funds
Local Water Project – Funds equipment and its debt service payments. This fund may exceed budget by year end due to higher than expected utility costs
Cemetery – Includes its staffing and for operating supplies Sewer– Funds maintenance, equipment and vehicle repairs, equipment, supplies, capital and debt service Golf – Includes operations, improvements and for its debt service.

Employee Benefit – Includes contributions for various employee benefits Worker’s Compensation / Liability Insurance – Funds claims, administration and insurance premiums See additional details on capital expenditures for these funds in the City’s separate quarterly capital project report.

Other Funds
Several of the City’s funds will require mid-year adjustments due to the carryover of several capital projects from Fiscal Year 2023-24 to Fiscal Year 2024-25, as shown in detail on the City’s separate quarterly capital project report.

These include the following funds:
 Museum (Fund 08) • Lighthouse (Fund 27)
 Local Streets / Roads (Fund 17) • Road Maintenance RMRA (Fund 47)  ARPA (Fund 84) • General Fund Capital Projects (Fund 63)  RSTP / TAMC Transportation (Fund 20) • Sewer (Fund 76) City of Pacific Grove
Departmental Expenditure Overview / Variance Analysis
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ORDINANCE NO. 25-xxx

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE

AMENDING THE OPERATING AND CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2024-25
FACTS

1. The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget on June 19, 2024.

2. It  is  customary  to  amend  the  budget  to  adjust  revenues  and  expenditures  to  reflect  updated information since the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget.

3. The City Manager is recommending amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget to reflect the City Council goals for the fiscal year budget and carryforward of capital projects from prior fiscal years.

4. The Council has determined it is appropriate to amend the approved budget for FY 2024-25.

5. Pursuant to Charter Article 156, an amendment of the budget must be approved by ordinance.

6. A summary of the Ordinance, approved by the City Attorney, was published on  .

7. In  the  enactment  of  this  ordinance,  the  City  followed  the  guidelines  adopted  by  the  State  of California and published in the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000, et seq.

8. Enactment  of  this  ordinance  action  does  not  constitute  a  “project”  as  defined  by  California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 because it is an organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1.  The foregoing facts are adopted as findings of the City Council as set forth fully within the body of this ordinance.

SECTION 2:  The expenditure budget for the General Fund is amended for the items listed below.

Which by reference are incorporated as set forth in its entirety.

Proposed Budget Adjustment Department Amount
Building Contract Services Building  $300,000
Increase Admin Analyst from .75 FTE to 1 FTE Library      25,000 Replacement of Police Car Police      85,000
ADA Assessment Completion Public Works      40,000
Emergency Storm Water Repair 4th and Central Public Works      50,000 Chautauqua Hall Historic Federal Register Public Works      20,000 Elevator Repairs at Youth Center Public Works    123,500 Facility Assessments Public Works      37,000
Replacement of Pool Heater Public Works      10,000
Sentry Alarm 5 year inspections Public Works      19,500 Additional Part-Time Staffing Costs (Net) Recreation      60,000 Total Proposed Additional Adjustments $770,000
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SECTION 3:  The expenditure budgets for funds other than the General Fund is amended for the items listed below.  Which by reference are incorporated as set forth in its entirety.

Project Number / Name Funds Rollover
CIP 23-03 / Cedar, Sunset, Congress 20  $650,856
CIP 24-06 / Design of Sidewalk extension 63        9,736 CIP18-46 / Tide Pool Pt. Pinos 63        9,781
CIP22-03 / Phase 9 Sewer Improvements 76    279,854
CIP22-13 / Ballpark Backstop Replacement 93 / 63        7,939 CIP22-21 / George Washington Park Playground 63 / 84    106,801 CIP23-04 / David Ave Street Rehabilitation 17/76    407,490 CIP23-05 / Lighthouse Roof Repair 27      57,950
CIP23-06 / Pump Station Replacement 76      22,904
CIP23-07 / Mezzanine upgrades 8      75,000
CIP23-08 / Basement moisture control 8      38,800
CIP23-10 / Fire station roof 84      16,574
CIP23-12 / FD bathroom & showers 84    152,914
CIP23-21 / David Ave. sidewalk 84    596,645
CIP23-22 / Rec Board park inventory 84      15,000
CIP24-01 / FY 23-24 Street Rehabilitation 17/47/63/76 1,820,315 CIP24-02/ 23/24 Crack & Slurry 17 / 84      40,349
CIP24-03 / Priority Stormwater Repair 63      95,923
CIP24-04 / Sewer Collection System Master 76 1,757,604
CIP24-05 / George Washington Park Enhancement 63     38,940 Total Proposed Rollovers $6,201,375
SECTION 4. In accord with Article 15 of the City Charter, this ordinance shall become effective upon adoption hereof.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE this 6th day of March, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:

NICK SMITH, Mayor
ATTEST:

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SANDRA KANDELL, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

BRIAN A. PIERIK, City Attorney
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Agenda No. 8 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Aaron Campbell, Senior Planner
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Housing Element Annual Progress Report
CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Receive the city's Housing Element Annual Progress Report (HE APR) for submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the California Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI / formerly the Office of Planning and Research).

DISCUSSION
California Government Code Section 65400 mandates that cities and counties submit an annual progress report on the status of their General Plan’s Housing Element (HE) and its implementation status to their legislative bodies. This report, known as the Housing Element Annual Progress Report (HE APR), fulfills statutory requirements by detailing specific housing information, including progress in meeting regional housing needs, rezoning activities, actions taken to complete housing element programs, and efforts to remove governmental constraints to housing development.

The state's Housing Element law recognizes the necessity for local governments to adopt plans and regulatory systems that facilitate housing development without undue constraints, thus placing significant emphasis on effective implementation of local general plans and housing elements.

Annual Progress Reports are provided to the local legislative body prior to submittal to the relevant state offices each year. The HE APR must be submitted to both the California Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI / formerly the Office of Planning and Research) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1.

The APR provides required data to the state regarding new housing units applied for and completed in the previous calendar year, contributing to the city's Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) progress in the eight-year Housing Element planning cycle.

OPTIONS
N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with receiving this report.

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There is no fiscal impact associated with receiving this report.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Affordable Housing
Attachments
2024 HE APR
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Jurisidiction Name
Reporting Calendar Year
First Name
Last Name
Title Click here to download APR Instructions
Email
Phone
Street Address
City
Zipcode
v_03_03_25
Click here to add rows to a table. If you add too many
rows, you may select a cell in the row you wish to
remove and type ctrl + d.
300 Forest Ave
Pacific Grove
93950
Aaron
Campbell
Acting Principle Planner
[email protected]
8316483112
Mailing Address
Please Start Here
General Information
2024
Pacific Grove
Contact Information
Optional: Click here to import last year's data. This is best used when the workbook is new and empty. You
will be prompted to pick an old workbook to import
from. Project and program data will be copied exactly
how it was entered in last year's form and must be
updated. If a project is no longer has any reportable
activity, you may delete the project by selecting a cell in the row and typing ctrl + d.

Annual Progress Report January 2020
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Optional: This runs a macro which checks to ensure all required fields are filled out. The macro will create two files saved in the same directory this APR file is saved in. One file will be a copy of the APR with highlighted cells which require information. The other file will be list of the problematic cells, along with a description of the nature of the error.

Optional: Save before running. This copies data on Table A2, and creates another workbook with the table split across 4 tabs, each of which can fit onto a single page for easier printing.

Running this macro will remove the comments on the column headers, which contain the instructions. Do not save the APR file after running in order to preserve comments once it is Optional: This macro identifies dates entered that occurred outside of the reporting year.

RHNA credit is only given for building permits issued during the reporting year.

Link to the online system: https://hcd.my.site.com/hcdconnect Toggles formatting that turns cells green/yellow/red based on data validation rules.

Submittal Instructions
Please save your file as Jurisdictionname2024 (no spaces). Example: the city of San Luis Obispo would save their file as SanLuisObispo2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Reports (APRs) forms and tables must be submitted to HCD and the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR) on or before April 1 of each year for the prior calendar year; submit separate reports directly to both HCD and OPR pursuant to Government Code section 65400. There are two options for submitting APRs:

1. Online Annual Progress Reporting System - Please see the link to the online system to the left. This allows you to upload the completed APR form into directly into HCD’s database limiting the risk of errors. If you would like to use the online system, email [email protected] and HCD will send you the login information for your jurisdiction. Please note: Using the online system only provides the information to HCD. The APR must still be submitted to OPR. Their email address is [email protected].

2. Email - If you prefer to submit via email, you can complete the excel Annual Progress Report forms and submit to HCD at [email protected] and to OPR at [email protected]. Please send the Excel workbook, not a scanned or PDF copy of the tables.

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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove
Reporting Year 2024
Housing Element Planning Period 6th Cycle
Current Year
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 1
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 5
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 5
0 11
Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single-family Attached 0 0 0
Single-family Detached 7 0 0
2 to 4 units per structure 0 0 0
5+ units per structure 0 0 0
Accessory Dwelling Unit 34 11 0
Mobile/Manufactured Home 0 0 0
Total 41 11 0
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Units 13 11
0 0
42 42
41 0
(Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Total Housing Applications Submitted:

Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received:

Total Housing Units Approved:

Total Housing Units Disapproved:

Total Units
Housing Applications Summary
Use of SB 423 Streamlining Provisions - Applications
Note: Units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income Above Moderate
Indicated as Infill
Not Indicated as Infill
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
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0 0
Income Rental Ownership Total
Very Low 0 0 0
Low 0 0 0
Moderate 0 0 0
Above Moderate 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0
Streamlining Provisions Used - Permitted Units # of Projects Units SB 9 (2021) - Duplex in SF Zone 0 0
SB 9 (2021) - Residential Lot Split 0 0
AB 2011 (2022) 0 0
SB 6 (2022) 0 0
SB 423 (2023) 0 0
Ministerial and Discretionary Applications # of Units
Ministerial 35 35
Discretionary 7 7
Density Bonus Applications and Units Permitted
Number of Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Units in Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0
Number of Units in Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0 Housing Element Programs Implemented and Sites Rezoned Count 21 0
Programs Implemented
Sites Rezoned to Accommodate the RHNA
Units Constructed - SB 423 Streamlining Permits
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications Approved
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications
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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Year 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Planning
Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
Date
Application
Submitted
Total
Approved
Units by
Project
Total
Disapproved
Units by
Project
Streamlining
2 3 4 6 7 8 9
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Date
Application
Submitted
(see
instructions)
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total

PROPOSED
Units by
Project
Total

APPROVED
Units by
project
Total

DISAPPROVE
D Units by
Project
Please select
state
streamlining
provision/s the
application was
submitted
pursuant to.

Did the
housing
development
application
seek
incentives or
concessions
pursuant to
Government
Code section
65915?
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 12 0 12 0 12 6 42 41 0 006712022000 1141 SEAVIEW
AVE
241069 ADU R 12/20/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006134010000 914 LIGHTHOUSE
AVE
240985 ADU R 11/18/2024
1 1 1 NONE No
006206002000 281 CENTRAL
AVE
240939 ADU R 10/31/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006224014000 188 SLOAT AVE 240885 ADU R 10/15/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006218009000 121 10TH ST 240860 ADU R 10/8/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006063004000 871 DEL MONTE
BLVD
240771 ADU R 9/12/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006157024000 127 FOREST AVE 240757 ADU R 9/10/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006252001000 311 LIGHTHOUSE
AVE
240646 ADU R 8/8/2024
1 1 1 NONE No
006535013000 420 SINEX AVE 240499 ADU R 6/28/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 007573007000 1321 LINCOLN
AVE
240484 ADU R 6/24/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006204019000 143 8TH ST 240480 ADU R 6/27/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006535004000 413 GIBSON AVE 240456 ADU R 6/17/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006342003000 905 LIGHTHOUSE
AVE
240443 ADU R 6/11/2024
1 1 1 NONE No
006349009000 243 17 MILE DR 240334 ADU R 5/1/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006266008000 356 PINE AVE 240047 ADU R 1/17/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006506012000 320 JUNIPERO
AVE
240021 ADU R 1/5/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006142023000 136 PACIFIC AVE 240003 ADU R 1/2/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006682009000 934 14TH ST 241064 ADU R 12/18/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006723004000 305 1/2 BISHOP
AVE
240838 ADU R 10/1/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
007583015000 1101 LINCOLN
AVE
240674 ADU R 8/15/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006712038000 2505 DAVID AVE 240584 ADU R 7/22/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006432029000 490 17 MILE DR 240525 ADU R 7/5/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006694009000 815 2ND ST 240379 ADU R 5/16/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006525008000 729 2ND ST 240370 ADU R 5/15/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006321011000 241 LOCUST ST 240188 ADU R 3/12/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006511013000 288 SPRUCE AVE 240175 ADU R 3/6/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006641078000 821 CEDAR ST 240174 ADU R 3/6/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 007601029000 1020 AUSTIN
AVE
240143 ADU R 2/23/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006662025000 612 SUNSET DR 240117 ADU R 2/13/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 007585002000 1127 PIEDMONT
AVE
240037 ADU R 1/12/2024 1 1 1 NONE No
006563011000 615 WALNUT ST 240673 ADU R 8/14/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006693012000 812 2ND ST 240255 ADU R 4/4/2024 1 1 1 NONE No 006512008000 236 SPRUCE AVE 240046 ADU R 1/17/2024 1 1 1 NONE No Table A
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
1 5
Project Identifier Unit Types Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes Density Bo Applica
10 Housing Development Applications Submitted
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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Year 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning
Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
Table A2
Streamlining Infill
Housing without
Financial Assistance or
Deed Restrictions
Term of
Affordability or
Deed Restriction
Notes
2 3 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(SFA,SFD,2
to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Entitlement
Date Approved
# of Units
issued
Entitlements
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Building
Permits Date
Issued
# of Units Issued
Building Permits
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Certificates of
Occupancy or other
forms of readiness
(see instructions)
Date Issued
# of Units
issued
Certificates
of Occupancy
or other
forms of
readiness
How many of
the units
were
Extremely
Low Income?
Please select the
state
streamlining
provision the
project was

APPROVED
pursuant to.
(may select
multiple)
Infill Units?
Y/N+
Assistance
Programs for Each
Development
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
Deed Restriction
Type
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
For units affordable
without financial
assistance or deed
restrictions, explain how
the locality determined the
units were affordable
(see instructions)
Term of Affordability
or Deed Restriction
(years) (if affordable
in perpetuity enter
1000)+
Number of
Demolished/Destro
yed Units
Demolished
or Destroyed
Units
Demolished/
Destroyed
Units
Owner or
Renter
Total Density Bonus
Applied to the Project
(Percentage Increase in
Total Allowable Units or
Total Maximum
Allowable Residential
Gross Floor Area)
Number of Other
Incentives,
Concessions,
Waivers, or Other
Modifications
Given to the Project
(Excluding Parking
Waivers or Parking
Reductions)
List the
incentives,
concessions,
waivers, and
modifications
(Excluding
Parking Waivers
or Parking
Modifications)
Did the project
receive a reduction or
waiver of parking
standards? (Y/N)
Notes+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 12 0 11 0 12 6 41 0 1 0 5 0 5 0 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 006712022000 1141 SEAVIEW
AVE
241069 ADU R 1 12/20/2024
1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income)
006134010000 914 LIGHTHOUSE
AVE
240985 ADU R 1 11/18/2024
1 0 0 NONE Y
006206002000 281 CENTRAL AVE 240939 ADU R 1 10/31/2024
1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income)
006224014000 188 SLOAT AVE 240885 ADU R 1 10/15/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006218009000 121 10TH ST 240860 ADU R 1 10/8/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income) 006063004000 871 DEL MONTE
BLVD
240771 ADU R 1 1/10/2025
1 1 1/10/2025 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income)
006157024000 127 FOREST AVE 240757 ADU R 1 9/10/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006252001000 311 LIGHTHOUSE
AVE
240646 ADU R 1 8/8/2024
1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income)
006535013000 420 SINEX AVE 240499 ADU R 1 6/28/2024 1 1 10/15/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income) 007573007000 1321 LINCOLN
AVE
240484 ADU R 1 6/24/2024
1 1 1/2/2025 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income)
006204019000 143 8TH ST 240480 ADU R 1 6/27/2024 1 1 9/13/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006535004000 413 GIBSON AVE 240456 ADU R 1 6/17/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y 006342003000 905 LIGHTHOUSE
AVE
240443 ADU R 1 6/11/2024
1 1 9/3/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income)
006349009000 243 17 MILE DR 240334 ADU R 1 5/1/2024 1 1 9/9/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006266008000 356 PINE AVE 240047 ADU R 1 1/17/2024 1 1 5/15/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income) 006506012000 320 JUNIPERO
AVE
240021 ADU R 1 1/5/2024
1 0 0 NONE Y
006142023000 136 PACIFIC AVE 240003 ADU R 1 1/2/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income) 006682009000 934 14TH ST 241064 ADU R 1 12/18/2024 1 1 12/19/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006723004000 305 1/2 BISHOP
AVE
240838 ADU R 1 10/1/2024
1 1 9/26/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income)
007583015000 1101 LINCOLN
AVE
240674 ADU R 1 8/15/2024
1 1 1/10/2025 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income)
006712038000 2505 DAVID AVE 240584 ADU R 1 7/22/2024 1 1 8/5/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income) 006432029000 490 17 MILE DR 240525 ADU R 1 7/5/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006694009000 815 2ND ST 240379 ADU R 1 5/16/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income) 006525008000 729 2ND ST 240370 ADU R 1 5/15/2024 1 11/19/2024 0 0 NONE Y 006321011000 241 LOCUST ST 240188 ADU R 1 3/12/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006511013000 288 SPRUCE AVE 240175 ADU R 1 3/6/2024
1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income)
006641078000 821 CEDAR ST 240174 ADU R 1 3/6/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income) 007601029000 1020 AUSTIN AVE 240143 ADU R 1 2/23/2024
1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income)
006662025000 612 SUNSET DR 240117 ADU R 1 2/13/2024 1 1 7/9/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 007585002000 1127 PIEDMONT
AVE
240037 ADU R 1 1/12/2024
1 3/3/2025 0 0 NONE Y
006563011000 615 WALNUT ST 240673 ADU R 1 8/14/2024 1 1 12/17/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income) 006693012000 812 2ND ST 240255 ADU R 1 4/4/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income) 006512008000 236 SPRUCE AVE 240046 ADU R 1 1/17/2024
1 1 4/4/2024 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income)
006321011000 241 LOCUST ST 240165 ADU R 1 3/1/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income) 006558009000 719 CEDAR ST 240839 ADU R 1 10/1/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 006043003000 42

QUARTERDECK
WAY
240361 SFD O
1 5/13/2024
1 5/16/2024
0 0 NONE Y
006421029000 418 GROVE ACRE
AVE
240851 SFD O 1 10/2/2024
1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income)
006157024000 127 FOREST AVE 240728 SFD O 1 9/5/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income) 007611032000 985 PIEDMONT
AVE
240707 SFD O 1 8/27/2024
1 1 1/14/2025 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income)
006252001000 311 LIGHTHOUSE
AVE
240641 SFD O 1 8/6/2024
1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $1325 (30% median income)
006633030000 854 SUNSET DR 240551 SFD O 1 7/12/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2120 (30% median income) 006177003000 150 14TH ST 240263 SFD O 1 4/9/2024 1 1 1 1 1 NONE Y $2478 (30% median income) 0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
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0 0 0
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0 0 0
0 0 0
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0 0 0
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0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
Density Bonus
1 Unit Types Affordability by Household Incomes - Completed Entitlement Affordability by Household Incomes - Building Permits Affordability by Household Incomes - Certificates of Occupancy 4 7 10
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions Project Identifier Demolished/Destroyed Units Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units PGCC 3-19-25

Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
1 Projection
Period 3 4
RHNA Allocation
by Income Level
Projection
Period -
06/30/2023-
12/14/2023
2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031
Total Units to
Date (all
years)
Total Remaining
RHNA by
Income Level
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted 6 - 1 - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted 6 - 5 - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted 6 - 5 - - - - - - -
Above Moderate 384 2 - - - - - - - - - 2 382
1,125
20 - 11 - - - - - - - 31 1,094
5 6 7
Extremely lowIncome Need 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 Total Units to Date
Total Units
Remaining
181 - - - - - - - - - - 181
VLI Deed Restricted
VLI Non Deed Restricted
Please note: The APR form can only display data for one planning period. To view progress for a different planning period, you may login to HCD's online APR system, or contact HCD staff at [email protected]. 131
7 This table is auto-populated once you enter your jurisdiction name and current year data. Past year information comes from previous APRs. 11 Moderate
362
237
142
Please contact HCD if your data is different than the material supplied here 11 2
Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
355
226
Please note: For the last year of the 5th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted during the portion of the year that was in the 5th cycle. For the first year of the 6th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted since the start of the planning period. Projection Period units are in a separate column.

Total RHNA
Total Units
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Extremely Low-Income Units*
Note: units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income RHNA progress and must be reported as very low-income units in section 7 of Table A2. They must also be reported in the extremely low-income category (section 13) in Table A2 to be counted as progress toward meeting the extremely low-income housing need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). *Extremely low-income housing need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). Value in Section 5 is default value, assumed to be half of the very low-income RHNA. May be overwritten.

Progress toward extremely low-income housing need, as determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1).

Please Note: Table B does not currently contain data from Table F or Table F2 for prior years. You may login to the APR system to see Table B that contains this data.

PGCC 3-19-25

Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
Date of
Rezone Rezone Type
2 4 5 6 7 9 10 11
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Date of
Rezone
Very LowIncome Low-Income ModerateIncome
Above
ModerateIncome
Rezone Type Parcel Size
(Acres)
General Plan
Designation Zoning
Minimum
Density
Allowed
Maximum
Density
Allowed
Realistic
Capacity Vacant/Nonvacant Description of Existing Uses
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
3 8
Project Identifier RHNA Shortfall by Household Income Category Sites Description 1 Sites Identified or Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need and No Net-Loss Law Table C
PGCC 3-19-25

Jurisdiction Pacific Grove
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
1 2 3 4
Name of Program Objective Timeframe in H.E Status of Program Implementation The initial draft of the City of Pacific Grove’s 6th Cycle Housing Element (Housing Element) was sent to HCD for review on November 2, 2023. The City received comments from HCD on January 31, 2024 and diligently pursued revising the Housing Element to address HCD’s comments. The 2nd draft of the Housing Element was submitted to HCD on December 20, 2024. City staff met with HCD to discuss revisions to address HCD’s comments and a revised 2nd draft Housing Element was submitted to HCD on February 17, 2025 following the 7-day public comment period.

HCD’s comment letter on the revised 2nd draft of the Housing Element was received on February 18, 2025 and the City is in the process of addressing the few remaining issues identified by HCD. The programs listed in this Table D are the programs included in the most recent draft of the Housing Element which are subject to change and the progress that the City has made on these programs.

Program 1 Housing
Preservation &
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitate 2 extremely-low-, 15 verylow-, and 15 low-income units Ongoing CDBG 2017 NOFA Awarded; HRLP Guidelines updated in 2018; CDBG 2017 award disencumbered; CDBG 2021 PI amended; ongoing outreach; ongoing application intake and review; two low-income units were rehabilitaded and 12 loans were approved.

Program 2 Mobile Home
Park preservation Preserve 103 mobile home units Completed Mobile Home Park remains in tact.

Program 3 Architectural
Review
Develop Objective Development Design
Standars for multi-family and mixed-use
projects in 2023 with the goal of
completing and adopting the standards
by Summer 2025.

Ongoing In draft process.

Program 4 Preservation of
Affordable Housing Units Preserve 53 affordable housing units Ongoing The City continues to monitor and work with owners of affordable units. These are: 551 Gibson Avenue; 301 Grand Avenue ( The City works with Eden Housing to ensure their units remain affordable. The City was awarded PLHA funds that the City will be using to support these efforts. ); and 650-Jewell Avenue (Vista Point Apartments). The City monitors these units on an annual basis to ensure affordability.

Program 5 Adequate Sites
for RHNA and Monitoring
of No Net Loss
NA Ongoing The city is activly working with consultants and the public to finalize its sites inventory per the 6th Cycle Housing Element adoption process during a concurrent one-year rezone deadline.

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 PGCC 3-19-25

Program 6 Shopping
Centers Redevelopment
Facilitate the development of 113 units
(89 lower income, 10
moderate income and 14 lower income)
on shopping center sites
In Draft HE/Ongoing
By Summer 2025, as part of the rezoning outlined in Program 5, develop land use policies and development standards to facilitate shopping center redevelopment with a strong sense of urban design cohesion. Annually contact property owners and developers with experience in shopping center redevelopment to pursue redevelopment opportunities Program 7 Large Lot
Development
Facilitate the development of 117 units
on the large site at 915 Sunset
Drive
In Draft HE/Ongoing By Summer 2025, establish development incentives for large lots. As projects are processed and annually at least twice a year, coordinate with the property owner
Program 8 Lot
Consolidation
Facilitate the development of 178 units
through consolidation of
smaller sites
In Draft HE/Ongoing
December 2025, develop appropriate lot consolidation incentives that provide flexibility in site planning to facilitate mixed-use and multi-family development. These may include, but are not limited to:
 Maintain an inventory of potential lots on the City’s website. Include information about parcel size, zoning, existing uses, and opportunities for common access and shared parking;  Notify interested developers when the above list is updated;  Utilizing a ministerial process for lot consolidation unless other discretionary reviews are required as part of the project.
 Potential for flexible parking standards, such as reduced or alternative parking arrangements
Program 9 ADUS
Facilitate the development of 224 ADUs,
including 134 affordable
ADUs
In Draft HE/Ongoing
Beginning in Summer 2025, work with neighboring jurisdictions to develop pre-approved plans for ADUs. By Summer 2026, have the pre-approved plans available on the City website.
▪ By December 2025, update City website to promote California Housing Finance Agency (CalFHA) program that offers $40,000 as a grant to income-qualified homeowners for ADU pre-development costs. Have the information available at City Hall and the Public Library.
▪ Provide dedicated counter time for technical assistance to ADU applicants. ▪ Annually update the dedicated ADU webpage on the City’s website to provide up-to-date resources, tools, and technologies for ADU construction.
▪ By Summer 2025, amend the Zoning Code to be compliant with new state laws (AB 2533, SB 1211 and SB 1077). ▪ Annually review the City’s ADU ordinance and amend it as necessary to maintain consistency with State ADU requirements.

Program 10 Water Supply NA In Draft HE/Ongoing
▪ Within one month of Housing Element adoption, send a copy of the adopted Housing Element to water and wastewater agencies.
▪ Continue to work with regional partners to find a long-term solution to the water situation.

Participate in Regional Water Project through monthly meetings. ▪ Work with partners to lobby for use of water allocations to support affordable housing, including on sites where a water meter may need to be added. ▪ Continue to seek creative solutions to support needed housing development within the confines of the water moratorium (e.g., by aggregating lots with a water meter with development sites which do not have one but have the potential to create units and adaptive reuse of existing buildings into housing. See programs on shopping center redevelopment and lot consolidation). ▪ Continue to apply water conservation measures in rehab projects and water re-use projects.

Program 11. Sewer System
Capacity
Facilitate the development of 1,125
housing units In Draft HE/Ongoing Annually assess the sewer system capacity and identify and implement infrastructureimprovements to address systems deficiencies.

Program 12 Zoning Code
Amendments NA In Draft HE/Ongoing By Summer 2025, amend Zoning Code to address constraints as outlined in this program.

Program 13 Affordable
Housing Development
Pursue funding to assist in the
development of 50 affordable housing
units over eight year
In Draft HE/Ongoing
Ongoing coordination with county jurisdictions to establish a regional housing trust fund.

Annually pursue funding at local, state, and federal levels, such as State CDBG, CalHome, and PLHA funds.

PGCC 3-19-25

Program 14 Density Bonus
Facilitate the development of 100
affordable units through density
bonus
In Draft HE/Ongoing
By end of 2026, develop a local density bonus program as part of the rezoning/upzoning efforts to accommodate the RHNA.

Provide technical assistance to interested developers and property owners regarding density incentives.

Program 15 Short-term
Rental of Private Homes Track all STR violation In Draft HE/Ongoing By the end of 2025, link STR fines to the City’s Affordable Housing budget to make fines available to finance affordable housing development. Starting in December 2025, and biannually (every other year) thereafter, track the number of STRs compared to the established cap.

Program 16 Housing
Choice Vouchers Assist 80 households through HCVs In Draft HE/Ongoing ▪ By Summer 2025, update City website to provide information about HACM programs, including the HCV program. ▪ Annually support HACM efforts in petitioning higher payment standards in Pacific Grove to reflect the City’s market conditions and to promote program to landlords. ▪ By Summer 2025, work with ECHO Housing to develop a Fair Housing Factsheet to be included in ADU and SB9 applications, explaining fair housing rights and responsibilities of individual property owners with the intention of making the ADU and SB9 units available for rent.

Program 17 Affordability
and State Permit Tracking
Requirements
NA In Draft HE/Ongoing
By December 2025, develop a tracking method to include:
 Proposed income levels of affordable housing projects and whether development is deed or non deed-restricted affordable units by income category
 A required review of subject property files for any deed restrictions with affordability requirements at the time of planning or building permit application submittals (for proposals for construction, demolition or alteration) ▪ Include affordability information in all annual APRs
Program 18 Resource
Conservation in Existing
Homes
Rehabilitate 16 housing units (2
extremely low, 6 very low, and 8 low
income units) – see Program 1
In Draft HE/Ongoing
By December 2025, update City website to include information on weatherization, energy conservation programs, and water conservation techniques.
▪ Continue to promote water conservation measures (such as changing to low- use fixtures) Housing Action Plan Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element 3-17
▪ Annually research, and where appropriate pursue funding opportunities to provide rehabilitation assistance to income-qualified households.
▪ Annually research, and where appropriate, pursue funding opportunities, particularly new federal and state funds that focus on climate resilience.

Program 19 Energey
Efficiency in New Homes NA In Draft HE/Ongoing
Annually research, and where appropriate, pursue partnering opportunities with affordable housing developers to pursue funding that can make their buildings energy efficient, incorporate solar, and achieve as close to net zero as possible. ▪ Beginning in 2025, partner with Passive House advocates to review RFPs for future multi-family affordable housing.

Program 20 Affirmatively
Furthering Fair Housing
Implement Meaningful Actions to
Address Fair Housing Issues. In Draft HE/Ongoing
December 2025, update City website to provide fair housing information and resources. Annually promote April as “Fair Housing Month” with various educational programs to promote fair housing rights and responsibilities. Create new housing mobility programs.

PGCC 3-19-25

Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Planning 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031 Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Very Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income
Above Moderate
Income
Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Units Constructed as Part of Agreement
Commercial Development Bonus Approved pursuant to GC Section 65915.7 Table E
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Project Identifier
1 2
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Annual Progress Report January 2020 PGCC 3-19-25

Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2024
(
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
The description should adequately document
how each unit complies with subsection (c) of
Government Code Section 65583.1+.

For detailed reporting requirements, see the
chcklist here:

Extremely LowIncome+Very LowIncome+ Low-Income+ TOTAL UNITS+Extremely LowIncome+Very LowIncome+ Low-Income+TOTAL UNITS+
https://www.hcd.ca.gov/communitydevelopment/docs/adequate-sites-checklist.pdf Rehabilitation Activity
Preservation of Units At-Risk
Acquisition of Units
Mobilehome Park Preservation
Total Units by Income
Table F
Please note this table is optional: The jurisdiction can use this table to report units that have been substantially rehabilitated, converted from non-affordable to affordable by acquisition, and preserved, including mobilehome park preservation, consistent with the standards set forth in Government Code section 65583.1, subdivision (c). Please note, motel, hotel, hostel rooms or other structures that are converted from non-residential to residential units pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c)(1)(D) are considered net-new housing units and must be reported in Table A2 and not reported in Table F.

Activity Type
Units that Do Not Count Towards RHNA+
Listed for Informational Purposes Only
Units that Count Towards RHNA +
Note - Because the statutory requirements severely limit what can be counted, please contact HCD at [email protected] and we will unlock the form which enable you to populate these fields.

Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c) Annual Progress Report
PGCC 3-19-25
January 2020

Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an
optional field
Reporting
Period 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning
Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
Notes
2 3 6
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(2 to 4,5+)
Tenure
R=Renter
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total Moderate Income
Units Converted from
Above Moderate
Date
Converted Notes
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Table F2
Above Moderate Income Units Converted to Moderate Income Pursuant to Government Code section 65400.2 For up to 25 percent of a jurisdiction’s moderate-income regional housing need allocation, the planning agency may include the number of units in an existing multifamily building that were converted to deed-restricted rental housing for moderate-income households by the imposition of affordability covenants and restrictions for the unit. Before adding information to this table, please ensure housing developments meet the requirements described in Government Code 65400.2(b). 5 Project Identifier Unit Types
1 4
Affordability by Household Incomes After Conversion Units credited toward Moderate Income RHNA
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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove
Reporting
Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031 ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation
2 3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Realistic
Capacity
Identified in the
Housing
Element
Entity to whom the site
transferred Intended Use for Site
1 Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Table G
Locally Owned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventory that have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Project Identifier
NOTE: This table must only be filled out if the housing element sites inventory contains a site which is or was owned by the reporting jurisdiction, and has been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of during the reporting
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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting
Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
Designation Size Notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
APN Street Address/Intersection Existing Use Number of
Units
Surplus
Designation
Parcel Size (in
acres) Notes
NOTE: This table must contain an invenory of
ALL surplus/excess lands the reporting
jurisdiction owns
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Parcel Identifier

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Housing Element Implementation
Table H
Locally Owned Surplus Sites
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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting
Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning
Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
Project Type Date
2 3
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Unit Category
(SH - Student Housing) Date
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note:

Cells in gre
Table J
Student housing development for lower income students for which was granted a density bonus pursuant to subparagraph (F) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Se Project Identifier Units (Beds/Student Capacity) Approved 1 4
NOTE: STUDENT HOUSING WITH DENSITY BONUS
ONLY. This table only needs to be completed if there
were student housing projects WITH a density bonus
approved pursuant to Government Code65915(b)(1)(F)
Annual Progress Report
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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Period 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Planning Period 6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
Table K
Tenant Preference Policy
Local governments are required to inform HCD about any local tenant preference ordinance the local government maintains when the jurisdiction submits their annual progress report on housing approvals and production, per Government Code 7061 (SB 649, 2022, Cortese). Effective January 1, 2023, local governments adopting a tenant preference are required to create a webpage on their internet website containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials, no more than 90 days after the ordinance becomes operational.

Does the Jurisdiction have a local tenant preference policy? If the jurisdiction has a local tenant preference policy, provide a link to the jurisdiction's webpage containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials.

Notes
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Jurisdiction Pacific Grove
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Total Award Amount Total award amount is auto-populated based on amounts entered in rows 15-26.

Task $ Amount Awarded $ Cumulative Reimbursement Requested Other Funding Notes
Housing Element Outreach and
Report $63,222.50 $63,222.50 Local General Fund
CEQA for Housing Element $1,777.50 $1,777.50 REAP
Summary of entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy (auto-populated from Table A2) Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 12
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 11
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 12
6 41
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 1
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 5
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 5
0 11
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
0 0

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Reporting
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Please update the status of the proposed uses listed in the entity’s application for funding and the corresponding impact on housing within the region or jurisdiction, as applicable, categorized based on the eligible uses specified in Section 50515.02 or 50515.03, as applicable. $ 65,000.00
Task Status
Completed
In Progress
Total Units
Certificate of Occupancy Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Completed Entitlement Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
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Agenda No. 8 B

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Joseph Sidor, Contract Planner
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) for Reporting Year 2024 CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Motion to receive and accept the General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) for Reporting (Calendar) Year 2024 for submittal to the California Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI / formerly the Office of Planning and Research).

DISCUSSION
California Government Code Sections 65400 and 65700 mandate that cities and counties submit an annual report on the status of their General Plan and any progress in its implementation to their legislative bodies. Annual Progress Reports (APRs) must be presented to the local legislative body for its review and acceptance. After review and acceptance, a copy of the APR is required to be filed with the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI / formerly the Office of Planning and Research or OPR). The attached APR was prepared for the 2024 Reporting (Calendar) Year to comply with statutory requirements and was submitted to the Planning Commission on March 13, 2025. After receipt and acceptance, Staff will file the APR with LCI by the mandated deadline of April 1, 2025.

In the table at the top of page 4 of the APR, the American Tin Cannery (ATC) project is identified as approved by the California Coastal Commission (CCC). An interested member of the public commented that the APR may be incorrect in stating that the CCC approved the project. The APR is correct, and staff provides the following information on the CCC action regarding the ATC project.

The CCC's Notice of Intent to Issue a Coastal Development Permit (attached) for the project states in the first paragraph (underline added):

A coastal development permit (CDP) for the development described below has been approved but is not yet effective. Development on the site cannot commence until the CDP is effective. The sole purpose of this notice of intent (NOI) is to inform the permittee(s) of the steps necessary to obtain a valid and effective CDP. In order for the CDP to be effective, Commission staff must issue the CDP, and the permittee(s) must sign and return a copy of the CDP to the Commission. Commission staff cannot issue the CDP until each of the “prior to issuance” (PTI) conditions have been fulfilled (all of the conditions, including the PTI conditions, for this CDP are identified later in this notice).

Also, the third paragraph of the Notice of Intent states (underline added):

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CDP A-3-PGR-22-0004 was approved by the California Coastal Commission on April 11, 2024 and allows for the partial demolition and a complete redevelopment and expansion of the existing American Tin Cannery and nearby buildings to create a new 206-room hotel resort with related development....

Additionally, the CCC's Notice of Decision (attached) filed on April 18, 2024, states in the first paragraph (undeline added):

The projects and plans on the attached list have been approved by the California Coastal Commission at its meeting of April 10-12, 2024....

OPTIONS

1. Take no action.

2. Provide alternative direction to staff.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None. Future updates to the City's General Plan would require funding either through the regular annual budget process or successful grant applications.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Infrastructure
Attachments
GP APR for Reporting Year 2024
CCC Notice of Intent to Issue CDP
CCC Notice of Decision
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General Plan Annual Progress Report
for the 2024 Reporting (Calendar) Year
for the City of Pacific Grove, a Charter City
Prepared for the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) in March 2025 I. Introduction and Date of Presentation
Government Code Section 65400 mandates that certain cities and all 58 counties submit an annual progress report (APR) on the status of the General Plan and progress on its implementation to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI / formerly the Office of Planning and Research or OPR) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1 of each year. This document meets this requirement for the City of Pacific Grove. The General Plan Annual Progress Report for the 2024 Reporting (Calendar) Year will be presented to the Pacific Grove City Council on March 19, 2025 and will be submitted to LCI and HCD on or before April 1, 2025.

II. 1994 General Plan
The City Council of the City of Pacific Grove adopted Resolution 6423 on October 5, 1994, adopting the General Plan (Plan) and associated maps and figures. This Plan superseded the City’s previous 1973 General Plan and incorporated as its Coastal Land Use Element, the certified 1989 Land Use Plan now superseded by the March 11, 2020 certified Local Coastal Program.

The City of Pacific Grove has not undertaken a comprehensive update to any elements of its 1994 General Plan other than its Housing Element (HE) which was most recently adopted in March 2016 for the effective years 2015-2023 (5th Cycle). The City is currently updating the HE (6th Cycle) and anticipates adoption in December 2025 for an element which runs through 2031. In conjunction with the HE updates; the City is also completing a focused update of the General Plan which is also anticipated to be completed in December 2025. The focused updates will include changes to the Land Use Element and Safety Element to ensure internal consistency with the HE and state law. The City has also updated the Vehicle Miles Traveled Policy (City Council Resolution No. 24-033; adopted August 7, 2024) to account for changes under state law and the California Environmental Quality Act (i.e., SB 743 and OPR’s “Technical Advisory on Evaluating Transportation Impacts in CEQA”).

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III. Housing Element APR
The last cyclical update to the Housing Element (HE) occurred in 2016 (5th Cycle). The City is in the process of updating the HE (6th Cycle) as required by California Government Code Section 65581. The 2024 HE APR will be submitted separately to HCD.

IV. Compliance with LCI’s 2017 General Plan Guidelines
The City’s 1994 General Plan contains the required elements per the LCI’s 2017 Guidelines and California Government Code Section 65302 (the City’s Element title is listed in parentheses after the mandated chapter title):

Land Use
Circulation (Transportation)
Housing
Conservation (Natural Resources)
Open Space (Parks & Recreation)
Noise (imbedded within the Health & Safety Element)
Safety (Health & Safety)
In addition to the required Elements above, the City’s 1994 General Plan contains the following optional Elements:

Historic & Archaeological Resources
Urban Structures & Design
Public Facilities
Even under today’s rigorous mandates, Pacific Grove does not meet the definition of “disadvantaged community” (Health & Safety Code, Section 39711) that would trigger the preparation of an Environmental Justice Element.

The City also has a certified Local Coastal Program (LCP) which contains a Land Use Plan (LUP) and an Implementation Plan (IP / Pacific Grove Municipal Code Chapter

23.90). The LUP constitutes the Coastal Land Use Element of the General Plan.

In the 1980s and 1990s when the City’s General Plan was being drafted, reviewed, and adopted, there were no requirements for the consideration of disadvantaged communities (environmental justice), consultation with Native American tribes (SB 18), or collaboration with military facilities. The City of Pacific Grove is a very archaeologically sensitive area, and is bounded to the south and east by the U.S. Army Presidio of Monterey. Since 1994, the City has worked very closely with our military neighbors and, even more so, with the Ohlone Costanoan-Esselen Nation (OCEN) and Esselen Tribe of Monterey County (ETMC) to ensure that development within the City is consistent with PGCC 3-19-25

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Given the age of the Plan, there other inconsistencies with current LCI Guidelines which will be addressed, as needed, as we move forward with a focused update of the 1994 General Plan to support the Housing Element Update (including the Land Use and Safety elements) and other amendments.

V. Land Use Priorities
a. Housing - The City is in the process of completing an update to the Housing Element with adoption of the updated element projected for December 2025. The City is also open to working with partners on the development of in-fill affordable projects in an effort to meet our Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) numbers. b. Water - The Monterey Peninsula has experienced a “regulatory drought” for the past 30+ years which has heavily impacted development. The State Water Resources Control Board has limited the issuance of new water meters through a cease and desist order levied on the area’s water provider. Although the City is geographically small, and development is constrained by other factors, the restriction on water meter issuance has effectively resulted in a moratorium on large new in-fill projects where a water entitlement did not already exist. As a result of a number of recent water recycling and conservation activities, the State has made some water available for purchase in the City and a new downtown hotel, a mixed-use housing in-fill project and several smaller residential projects, including many accessory dwelling units are moving forward.

VI. Adjusted Goals, Policies, Objectives
Given the built-out nature of the City and relatively little room for expansion, the majority of development in the future will be in-fill in nature. The City is undertaking a review of the policies in the Land Use Element that may be ripe for reconsideration within the context of the State’s housing crisis and looking at rezoning portions of the town in order to meet the RHNA goals. Additionally, the City will be implementing Objective Development & Design Standards (ODDS) through its General Plan Update.

VII. Studies and Activities Intended to Advance the Implementation of the GP As noted above, the City is in the process of updating the Housing Element, including Zoning Ordinance Amendments, Land Use Element Consistency Updates, Health and Safety Element Consistency Updates, and the preparation of a programmatic Environmental Impact Report. The City anticipates adoption in December 2025.

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The majority of the development in Pacific Grove consists of minor alterations and additions to existing buildings, single-family residential development, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), and minor commercial tenant improvements. However, the following large commercial projects have been approved or are in the construction phase:

Project Name / Description Location Permit Type / CEQA Status Pacific Grove Hotel
(102 room hotel)
(demo and new construction)
157 Grand Ave. AP*-UP**
Amendment / previouslycertified EIR
Building permits issued
and project is under
construction.

Estimated completion
date of December 2026.

American Tin Cannery (ATC)
(225 room hotel and retail)
(demo and new construction)
109/125 Ocean
View Blvd.

AP-UP-CDP***/ EIR On appeal, the
California Coastal
Commission approved
the project. Building
permits pending.
* AP – Architectural Permit
** UP – Use Permit
*** CDP – Coastal Development Permit
VIII. Additional Content
In an effort to keep up with climate change and the associated likely impacts related to sea level rise, the Community Development Department (CDD) obtained grant funding from the Coastal Commission in 2022 to undertake updates to the Coastal Hazards policies of the certified Local Coastal Program (LCP). Related amendments to the LCP have been forwarded to the Coastal Commission for certification. Final adoption of the LCP amendments by the City is anticipated to occur by June 2025.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY GAVIN NEWSOM, GOVERNOR

CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION
455 MARKET STREET, SUITE 300
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94105-2421
VOICE (415) 904-5200
WEB: WWW.COASTAL.CA.GOV

NOTICE OF DECISION
TO: Office of the Secretary for Resources
1416 Ninth Street, Ste 1311
Sacramento, CA 95814
FROM: California Coastal Commission
455 Market Street, Suite 300
San Francisco, CA 94105
SUBJECT: Filing Notice of Decision in compliance with Section 21080.5 of the Public Resources Code
DATE: April 18, 2024
The projects and plans on the attached list have been approved by the California Coastal Commission at its meeting of April 10-12, 2024. Some of the projects or plans have been approved subject to conditions or suggested modifications which require mitigation measures or alternatives to the projects to lessen or avoid significant effects on the environment.

1. The projects or plans as approved will not have significant effects on the environment.

2. Environmental analysis documents were prepared for these projects pursuant to Sections 21080.5 of CEQA and Section 15252 of Title 14 of the Administrative Code.

3. The records of projects or plan approvals may be examined at the respective district offices of the Coastal Commission as set out on the attached list.

4. Mitigation measures were in some cases made conditions of the approvals of the projects.

Brittney Cozzolino
Supervisor, Statewide Planning Unit
Received for Filing:

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MORE INFORMATION. At the end of the agenda description the author's initials and a code indicating his/her headquarters office are identified (E=Eureka SF=San Francisco SC=Santa Cruz V=Ventura LB=Long Beach SD=San Diego). For more information about this agenda, contact one of the following staff members:

E (Del Norte, Humboldt & Mendocino Counties) Melissa Kraemer (707) 826-8950 SF (Sonoma, Marin, San Francisco & San Mateo Counties) Stephanie Rexing (415) 904-5260
SC (Santa Cruz, Monterey & San Luis Obispo Counties) Kevin Kahn (831) 427-4863 V (Santa Barbara & Ventura Counties, Malibu & Santa Monica Mountains) Barbara Carey (805) 585-1800
LB (Los Angeles, Orange County) Shannon Vaughn (562) 590-5071 SD (San Diego County) Diana Lilly or Kanani Leslie (619) 767-2370 A Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD) is available at (415) 904-5200.

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Coastal Permits and Plans Approved
April 10-12, 2024

WEDNESDAY, April 10, 2024

CONSENT CALENDAR
Application No. 1-22-0358 (Parks & Rec., Stagecoach Hill Azalea Nature Trail Accessibility Improvements, Humboldt Co.)
Application of California Department of Parks & Recreation North Coast Redwoods District to improve to accessibility standards an approx. 0.5-mile-long nature trail by widening and improving existing trail segments, decommissioning and rerouting trail segments, adding retaining walls, installing ADA-compliant parking stall, wooden bench, and signage, replacing culvert, and enhancing adjacent habitat to mitigate for rare plant impacts, at Stagecoach Hill Azalea Nature Trail, Humboldt Lagoons State Park, Humboldt County. (CM-A) CONSENT CALENDAR – (REMOVED FROM REGULAR

CALENDAR)
Application No. 1-22-0797 (Tebon, Humboldt County)
Application of Scott and Jennifer Tebon to construct 3,560-sf, two-story, 2-bedroom single-family home with associated decks, porches, 630-sq.ft. garage, driveway, parking area, onsite wastewater treatment system, convert test well to production well, and approximately 1,700 cu.yds. of grading at 1316 Kane Road, 13 miles north of Trinidad, Humboldt County. (CM-A) Application No. 5-23-0628 (Navid Khodayari Family Trust, Pacific Palisades) Application of Navid Khodayari Family Trust to demolish existing approximately 4,200 sq. ft. singlefamily home with a detached 2-car garage and construct a new approximately 10,505 sq. ft., twostory single-family home including a 4,325 sq. ft. basement, attached 4-car garage, pool, and spa at 15851 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles County. (ETP-LB)

NORTH COAST DISTRICT
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April 10-12, 2024

DEPUTY DIRECTOR’S REPORT

ENERGY, OCEAN RESOURCES AND FEDERAL

CONSISTENCY

DEPUTY DIRECTOR'S REPORT

SOUTH CENTRAL COAST DISTRICT

DEPUTY DIRECTOR'S REPORT

NOTICE OF IMPENDING DEVELOPMENT
Pepperdine University Notice of Impending Development No. PEP-NOID-0002-24 (Firestone Fieldhouse Renovation)
Public hearing and action on Notice of Impending Development by Pepperdine University for partial renovation and improvements to portions of the existing Firestone Fieldhouse athletics building located within the interior, developed portion of Pepperdine University’s Malibu Campus, Los Angeles County. (SF-V)

SOUTH COAST DISTRICT (LOS ANGELES COUNTY)
DEPUTY DIRECTOR’S REPORT

COASTAL PERMIT APPLICATION
Application No. A-5-VEN-21-0063 (Sutter, Venice)
Application of 811 Ocean Front Walk LLC to demolish 1,651 sq. ft. single-family home and construct new 35 ft. tall, 5,235 sq. ft. mixed-use development with 469 sq. ft. of ground floor retail use and 4,766 sq. ft. of first, second and third-floor single-family residential use with six on-site parking spaces on 4,498 sq. ft. lot at 811 Ocean Front Walk in Venice, City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County.

Application No. 5-23-0210 (California Dept. Of Fish and Wildlife, Marina Del Rey) Application of California Department of Fish and Wildlife for after-the-fact approval of installation of 6-ft. high (4-ft. above grade) approx. 1,745 linear ft., T-post and barbless wire wildlife permeable fence along existing pedestrian walking trail within Area A of the Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles County. (MR-LB)(Note: the Commission’s enforcement division has opened an investigation into potential Coastal Act violations associated with this item and site, as explained further in the staff report.)
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April 10-12, 2024

THURSDAY, April 11, 2024
CONSENT CALENDAR – (REMOVED FROM REGULAR

CALENDAR)
Application No. 2-23-0879 (Schmehl SFD, Seadrift)
Application by Mark Schmehl to renovate interior and exterior of 2,145 sq.ft. single-family home and add 90 sq.ft. addition, at 117 Dipsea Road, within private Seadrift community just upcoast of unincorporated Stinson Beach area of Marin County. (LV-SF)

NORTH CENTRAL COAST DISTRICT
DEPUTY DIRECTOR’S REPORT

LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAMS (LCPS)
Marin County LCP Amendment Number LCP-2-MAR-24-0002-1 (Short Term Rentals) Public hearing and potential action on request by Marin County to amend the LCP Land Use Plan to establish new short-term rental provisions, and if the Commission does not take a final action, possible action to extend the deadline for final Commission action on the amendment. (SR-SF) Sonoma County LCP Amendment Number LCP-2-SON-23-0042-1 (Vacation Rental Requirements)
Public hearing and potential action on request by Sonoma County to amend the LCP Implementation Plan to establish new regulations regarding vacation rentals, and if the Commission does not take a final action, possible action to extend the deadline for final Commission action on the amendment. (LH-SF)

PUBLIC WORKS PLAN
Public Works Plan No. PWP-2-MAR-24-0001-1 (Tomales Bay State Park Forest Health and Wildfire Resilience Public Works Plan)
Public hearing and potential action on California State Parks’ proposed Public Works Plan that would allow a 10-year vegetation treatment program designed to enhance ecosystems and improve wildfire resilience (in tandem and pursuant to the State Board of Forestry’s certified California Vegetation Treatment Program Programmatic Environmental Impact Report) in Tomales Bay State Park within the Marin County coastal zone and, if the Commission does not take final action, possible action to extend the deadline for final Commission action on the Public Works Plan. (EP-SF)
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Coastal Permits and Plans Approved
April 10-12, 2024

CENTRAL COAST DISTRICT
Appeal No. A-3-PGR-22-0004 (American Tin Cannery Hotel and Commercial Project, Pacific Grove)
Appeal by Commissioners Linda Escalante and Caryl Hart, Pacific Grove Coast Watch, Kim Akeman, Thom Akeman, Anthony Ciani, Jane Haines, and Michelle Raine of City of Pacific Grove decision granting CDP with conditions to Foursome Development Company for partial demolition and complete redevelopment and expansion of the existing American Tin Cannery commercial building to create a new 225-room hotel resort with related development (including two pools, a spa and fitness center, restaurants, banquet/meeting rooms, 290 underground and surface parking spaces, and approximately 11,000 sq.ft. of retail uses), totaling roughly 350,000 sq.ft. of total floor area; vacation of portions of the Sloat Avenue public street and Ocean View Boulevard sidewalk for private hotel use; and approximately 47,000 cu. yds. of grading, on a 5.6-acre site at 109/125 Ocean View Boulevard and 124 Central Avenue, Pacific Grove, Monterey County. (MF/KV-SC) PGCC 3-19-25

Coastal Permits and Plans Approved
April 10-12, 2024

FRIDAY, April 12, 2024

ADMINISTRATIVE CALENDAR
Application No. 5-23-0577 (Lido Isle Community Association, Newport Beach) Application of Lido Isle Community Association to remove and replace existing floating dock system like-for-like with new floating dock system consisting of a wooden frame instead of concrete and including four (4) less piles, at 398 Via Lido Nord, Newport Beach, Orange County. (FSY-LB) Application No. 5-23-0868 (Dahlstrom, Huntington Beach) Application of Greg Dahlstrom to remove and replace existing 383 sq. ft. floating dock with 54 sq. ft. gangway like-for-like. Two existing 16-in. guide piles to be reused in their same location at 16315 Niantic Circle, Huntington Beach, Orange County. (EG-LB)

CONSENT CALENDAR
Application No. 5-23-0411 (Lopez, Surfside-Seal Beach)
Application of Jeff Lopez to demolish existing three-story 2,147 sq. ft. single-family home with attached garage and construct new 2,182 sq. ft. three-story, approximately 35 ft. high, single-family home with attached 407 sq. ft. two-car garage at 50A Surfside Avenue, Surfside – Seal Beach, Orange County. (EG-LB)
Application No. 5-23-0672 (Olson, Newport Beach)
Application of Robert Olson to remove two existing U-shaped floating docks with 2,077 sq. ft. of water coverage and 15 piles with 16.8 sq. ft. of fill, and install new 1,538 sq. ft. L-shaped floating dock with 10 piles and 12.5 sq. ft. of fill at 921 Via Lido Soud, Newport Beach, Orange County. (JPLB) CONSENT CALENDAR – (REMOVED FROM REGULAR

CALENDAR)
City of Newport Beach LCP Amendment No. LCP-5-NPB-22-0056-1-Part A(Density Bonus) Public hearing and action regarding City of Newport Beach’s request to amend the Implementation Plan (IP) of the City’s Certified Local Coastal Program (LCP) to incorporate standards and establish an approval process for considering density bonuses with housing development projects. (FSY-LB)
Application No. 5-22-0860 (City of Seal Beach Public Works Dept, Seal Beach) Application of the City of Seal Beach to rehabilitate existing 18-inch diameter cast iron potable PGCC 3-19-25

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April 10-12, 2024

water line in-place by using cured in-place pipe (CIPP) lining methods involving excavation of nine (9) pits to provide access to the existing 18-in. water main with 180 cu. yds. of cut and 180 cu. yds. of fill at 1st Street within the Los Cerritos Wetlands, Seal Beach, Orange County. (FSY-LB) Application No. 5-23-0291 (Caltrans State Route 1 Bicycle and Safety Improvements Project, Huntington Beach and Seal Beach)
Application of California Department of Transportation to construct continuous 10-mile-long bicycle lane improvement project in both directions, and associated safety features. Bike lane and safety improvements include: widen existing Class II bike lane and refresh existing bike and vehicle lane delineations; high visibility striping of new Class II bike lanes, Class III shared lanes, and crosswalks; widen right-turn pockets; remove existing raised medians and construct 6,800 ft. of median concrete barrier, in order to create more shoulder width for the bike lane; reconstruction of curb ramps and sidewalks; install bike detection sensors; install signage; replace and extend guardrail to protect a traffic signal; install bike-friendly grates; remove 21 ornamental median trees; and relocate traffic signal along State Route 1 between the Santa Ana River Bridge and Anderson Street in Huntington Beach and Seal Beach.(ME-LB)
Application No. 5-23-0701 (SCRRA & OCTA, San Clemente)
Application of Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) and Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for continued authorization of development undertaken under emergency coastal development permit to construct approximately 250 ft. long, 12 ft. high, temporary soldier pile and timber lagging barrier wall within railroad right-of-way seaward of Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Garden at 415 Avenida Granada at Orange Subdivision Mile Post 204.6, San Clemente, Orange County. (EG-LB)
City of San Diego LCP Amendment No. LCP-6-SAN-23-0027-2 (Housing Action Package) Public hearing and action on request by City of San Diego to amend its certified Local Coastal Program to amend various chapters of the Land Development Code addressing housing and accessory dwelling units to implement Senate Bill 9. (AL-SD) City of San Diego LCP Amendment No. LCP-6-SAN-23-0052-3 (Housing Action Package ADU Amendment)
Concurrence with the Executive Director’s determination that the request by City of San Diego to amend its certified Local Coastal Program to change the amount of time an accessory dwelling unit must be deed-restricted as very low-income or low-income housing in order to qualify for an additional accessory dwelling unit is de minimis. (AL-SD) Application No. A-6-ENC-22-0059 (Newman, Encinitas)
Application of Wesley Newman to construct 3,285 sq. ft. 2-story single-family home with 1,083 sq. ft. basement garage on 7,437 sq. ft. vacant lot, at 216 Neptune Ave, Encinitas. (KC-SD) PGCC 3-19-25

Coastal Permits and Plans Approved
April 10-12, 2024

SOUTH COAST DISTRICT (ORANGE COUNTY)
DEPUTY DIRECTOR’S REPORT FOR ORANGE COUNTY

SAN DIEGO COAST DISTRICT
DEPUTY DIRECTOR’S REPORT
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Agenda No. 8 C

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Joseph Sidor, Contract Planner
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Housing Element Monthly Status Update
CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION

1. Receive the report.

2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

DISCUSSION
On December 20, 2023, City Council approved the first amendment to the contract with Rincon Consultants, initiating the preparation of the Housing Element Update (HEU), along with related General Plan Amendments, Zoning Amendments, and Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Subsequently, City Staff and Rincon Consultants continued/commenced work and provided the thirteenth monthly progress report update to Council on February 19, 2025. Since then, the following tasks have been undertaken:

February 18, 2025: HCD submitted a 60-day review comment letter * to the City.

February 20, 2025: The Housing Element Team met to discuss next steps for the Housing Element Update, including amendments to the Zoning Code, Land Use, and Health and Safety Elements, as well as the Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR).

February 27, 2025: The Housing Element Team met with HCD to discuss the comment letter and AFFH programs.

February 27, 2025: The Housing Element Team met to review the discussion with HCD and to discuss potential AFFH program ideas.

March 6, 2025: The Housing Element Team met to discuss next steps for the Housing Element Update, including amendments to the Zoning Code, Land Use, and Health and Safety Elements, as well as the Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR).

March 6, 2025: Rincon provided City Staff with draft AFFH program recommendations.

March 10, 2025: City Staff met to discuss draft AFFH program recommendations.

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March 12, 2025: The Housing Element Team met to discuss draft AFFH program recommendations.
* HCD's letter lists additional revisions that HCD will require before they will ultimately certify the City's Housing Element (following EIR certification, adoption of the housing element, zone changes, and other General Plan amendments required as part of this effort). The City's Housing Element team is already drafting language to address HCD’s comments and will keep the Housing Element Update moving towards completion. Ahead on this will be a resubmittal to HCD to address the latest comments following another 7-day public review period. The Housing Element Team continues to simultaneously draft the EIR, prepare the required general plan amendments, and prepare the necessary zoning amendments.

The Housing Element Team includes City Planning, Housing, and City Manager staff, City legal representation, and Rincon/subconsultant staff. Staff will provide a monthly status update to the Council throughout the process, leading to an adopted and certified Housing Element.

For more information, please visit the Housing Element webpage:
www.cityofpacificgrove.org/HousingElement

OPTIONS
N/A - This is information only.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with receiving this report.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Affordable Housing
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Agenda No. 8 D

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Nicholas Cina, Finance Management Analyst
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Check Register February 2025
CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION

1. Receive the Check Register.

2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

DISCUSSION
The check register is a detailed account of monthly expenditures. It provides budgetary insight and promotes transparency. The check register is produced from the City’s financial system. The report groups the checks by the respective city fund and vendor. The check register includes the check issue date, the name of the vendor, and a description of the purchase and the amount of the check. Attached is the check register report for February 2025. The monthly total is provided on the last page of the report.

OPTIONS
N/A - This is informational only.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact. This is informational only.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Not Applicable.

Attachments
Check Register (By Fund) - February 2025
Check Register (Detailed) - February 2025
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Check Register Report - Summary by Fund - February 2025 Fund Amount
01 - General Fund Total $ 1,597,582.85
07 - Library Bldg & Equip Fund Total 1,900.00
10 - Hospitality Imprvmt Dist. Total 188,153.58
11 - Library Book Fund Total 5,495.22
12 - Fire Emerg Equip Fund Total 8,943.60
15 - Housing Fund Total 1,833.33
17 - Local Streets And Roads Total 11,267.50
18 - Gas Tax Fund Total 17,701.53
20 - Rstp-(Tamc) Total 3,853.00
24 - Stillwell Children'S Pool Total 456.05
27 - Lighthouse Maint.& Impv. Total 2,504.57
40 - Poetry Promotion Fund Total 471.56
43 - Slesf Fund Total 2,135.37
47 - Rmra Fund Total 258,014.30
63 - Capital Improv Proj Fund Total 41,573.13
70 - Emp Benefit Fund Total 24,345.10
71 - Workers Comp Fund Total 750.00
72 - Liability Ins Fund Total 666.67
74 - Local Water Project Total 93,275.44
75 - Cemetery Fund Total 9,869.27
76 - Sewer Fund Total 211,393.44
77 - Golf Fund Total 1,993.14
84 - American Rescue Plan-Arpa Total 13,786.00
Grand Total $ 2,497,964.65
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Check Register Report - Detailed View - February 2025
Fund Check Date Name Description Amount
01 - General Fund 02/07/25 Aflac Ded:5200 Aflac Prem $ 2,234.10 Calif Law Enforcmen Ded:3200 Ltd Pd 608.00
Calpers Health Ded:4304 Health 59,961.30
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:3301 Aflac Med 1,494.36
Eft Ded:*Fm Medicare 63,772.27
Pacific Grove City Ded:7000 Assoc Dues 786.00
Mass Mutual (457 Pl Ded:3999 Roth Ira 12,886.52
Mtry County Dept Of Ded:0023 Garnish 396.92
Pacific Grove Manag Ded:7203 Assoc Dues 45.00
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:1006 Work Comp 10,284.83
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:7510 Pers Reimb 39.23
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:200 Dental 3,371.25
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:0005 Suta 128.92
Pers Ded:0020 Pers Er M3 -
Police Officers Ass Ded:7205 Assoc Dues 871.04
Legal Shield Ded:6100 Legal Svc 31.75
State Disability Ta Ded:0026 Sdi 4,549.98
Standard Insurance Ded:3500 Life Ins 1,401.75
Transamerica Employ Ded:5202 Transameri 311.82
Union Bank Of Calif Ded:4005 Pars-457 748.16
Vision Service Plan Ded:300 Vision 672.08
Calif Law Enforcmen Feb 2025 Id0267206 32.00
Pers 17793584 Adj Report 488.18
State Disability Ta Q4 2025 Sdi 2,851.97
Vision Service Plan Feb 2025 Coverage 592.80
02/10/25 Pers 17793622 Ppe 2.15.2 61.48
Pers Ppe 1/18/25 74,716.09
02/13/25 Pers 17793622 Adj Report 134.13
Pers Ppe 2/1/25 74,666.40
02/14/25 Pacific Gas & Elect 17 Mi Dr Ballpark 19,803.99 Alhambra & Sierra S Rec Bottled Water 25.94
Alternator Starter Fd Repairs Unit 649 361.56
Amazon Capital Serv Fin Office Supplies 3,211.53
American Lock & Key Asd Rekey Door 804.90
American Supply Com B&G Janitorial Supp 6,113.96
American Time & Sig Clock Tower Repairs 1,014.77
Arcpoint Labs Of Mo Pre Emplmt Screeng 110.00
Ari Markovitch Rfnd Prgrm Fees 205.00
At&T Lh Internet 1267 122.34
At&T Calnet 3 Admin Internet 3342 3,499.33
Muniservices, Llc Acfr Report Dec 24 1,300.00
Bavco B&G Backflow 1,273.03
Bfs Landscape Archi Outdoor Dining Desi 200.00
Bmi Rec Music License 446.00
Casey Day Reimb Livescan 30.00
Catacutan Consultin Interim Admin Servi 2,789.45
Cdw Government Inc Adobe Software Rene 4,586.36
Centralsquare Techn Finance Software Fe 4,962.96
Chandra Weaver Rfnd Cancel Class 10.00
Chiyo Mori Rfnd Cancel Class 10.00
Comcast Ch Tv 0039031 802.44
Commercial Service Grill Fridge Repair 570.88
Corie Beer Rfnd Cancel Class
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Check Register Report - Detailed View - February 2025
Fund Check Date Name Description Amount
Demco Inc Library Supplies $ 53.94
Ekaterina Lozhnikov Rfnd Cancel Class 10.00
Ewing Irrigation Pr Perkins Park Repair 743.94
Ferguson Enterprise City Hall Repairs 400.03
At&T Mobility Library Phone 1990 1,915.24
Gachina Landscape M Dec Gopher Mole Ctr 1,980.00
Gardaworld Jan Excess Fees 96.65
Grand Avenue Floori Fd Carpet Repairs 400.00
Grove Market Rec Prgrm Supplies 34.98
Hana Gardens Seasid B&G Mulch 238.71
Hayward Lumber Comp Streets Concrete 573.56
Heihachiro Takarabe Pmt Tai Chi Classes 112.00
Home Depot Usa Inc. Fd Washer / Dryer -
Iacp Pd Iape Membership 220.00
International Busin Pd Computer Service 1,152.00
Jenny Jacox Rfnd Cancel Class 12.50
Kattie Stong Rfnd Cancel Class 10.00
Library Ideas, Llc Lib Books & Materia 0.50
Mission Linen Suppl Fd Linen Cleaning F 635.55
Mission Uniform Ser Linen & Uniform Cle 1,897.93
Mollie Collyer Rfnd Trsfr Camp Fee 25.00
Monterey Bay Pest C Fy25 Pest Control S 1,825.00
Monterey Bay Treewo Arborist Services F 5,300.00
See Monterey Hid Fy24/25 Q3 40,375.00
Monterey County Wee Ph District Maps 157.50
Monterey One Water Pw Sewer Trmt 6,684.40
Monterey Tire Servi Strt Unit 86 Repair 480.49
Mp Express Pd Cite Forms 194.43
Planet Orange Inc B&G Termite Inspec 795.00
Nicholas Cina Csmfo Traing N. Cin 164.60
Noland, Hamerly, Et Enayati Cases #21Cv 3,749.50
Odp Business Soluti Credit From Overpmt 290.99
O'Reilly Auto Enter Pd Credit Repairs (87.90)
Overhead Door Of Sa Door Repair Mech Sh 626.58
Pacific Gas & Elect Golf Street 3438-9 4,064.38
Pacific Grove Hardw Museum Repair Suppl 2,017.46
Pacific West Water Cdd Water Service 85.70
Psts Chtqa Hall Grease T 1,913.49
Pure Water Street Bottle Water 90.60
Quinn Company Pw Loader Repairs 212.43
The Radar Shop Radar Tune Certifct 876.00
Ready Refresh Pd Water Services 415.33
Becks Shoes And Rep Safety Boots J. Gos 212.66
Same Day Shred Pd Shredding 60.00
Sir Speedy Bus Card Cc Garfiel 192.22
Sirchie Acquisition Pd P&Evidence Bags 54.50
Speakwrite Pd Transcript Svcs 44.88
Steve Rodolf Rfnd Cancel Class 12.50
Lehr Pd Unit 6 Repairs 450.34
Symbol Art Pd Challenger Coins 2,445.53
Transunion Risk And Pd Tlo 75.00
Ups Pd Ups Shipping 55.71
Us Bank Pd Trvl Refund Badg
PGCC 3-19-25 6,365.72

Check Register Report - Detailed View - February 2025
Fund Check Date Name Description Amount
Usa Towing Pd Vehicle Towing $ 570.00
Vestis Services, Ll Linen Services Fy 2 182.31
Watsonville Ford Pd Vehicle Repairs 6,010.24
Brian Whitson City Hall Cleaning 2,480.00
Swift Car Wash Pd Car Washes March 260.00
Xiaoyan Deng Rfnd Cancel Class 10.00
California American 300 Forest Fire-50% 13,918.89
02/18/25 Eide Bailly Llp Dec Audit Services 40,290.25
02/19/25 Home Depot Usa Inc. Fd Washer / Dryer -
02/20/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual 351,013.58
02/21/25 Aflac Ded:5201 Aflac P/T -
Calpers Health Ded:4304 Health 60,761.04
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:3301 Aflac Med 1,494.36
Eft Ded:*Fm Medicare 66,303.92
Pacific Grove City Ded:7000 Assoc Dues 829.25
Mass Mutual (457 Pl Ded:3999 Roth Ira 13,886.52
Mtry County Dept Of Ded:0023 Garnish 396.92
Pacific Grove Manag Ded:7203 Assoc Dues 45.00
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:1006 Work Comp 10,577.76
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:7510 Pers Reimb 39.23
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:200 Dental 3,500.85
City Of Pacific Gro Ded:0005 Suta 131.65
Pers Ded:0019 Pers Rt Sf 73,983.89
Police Officers Ass Ded:7205 Assoc Dues 878.71
State Disability Ta Ded:0026 Sdi 4,649.80
Transamerica Employ Ded:5202 Transameri 311.82
Union Bank Of Calif Ded:4005 Pars-457 660.17
Vision Service Plan Ded:300 Vision 693.00
Pers Feb 25 Ual -
02/26/25 Aflac Feb 2025 Billing 2,058.28
Vision Service Plan Mar 2025 Coverage -
Vision Service Plan Mar 2025 Coverage 77.73
02/28/25 Accent Clean & Swee Street Sweeping 18,810.00
Alberta Jones Reimb Permit Fees 280.00
Alena Rachelle Wagr Pmt For Rec Classes 1,224.30
Alhambra & Sierra S Fd Water Services 100.41
Amazon Capital Serv Rec Supplies Return 1,586.60
American Lock & Key Pd Keys Unit 9 77.24
At&T Rec Phone 0960 63.14
At&T Calnet 3 Ch Generator Alarm 32.33
Barry'S Carpet Serv Preschool Carpet Cl 676.00
Brian Anderson Pd Traing Per Diem 3,219.00
Ca Dept Of Justice Pd Livescans 32.00
Caltronics Business Konica Copies Fy 24 4,457.33
Wm.J. Clark Truckin Dg Base 5,635.45
Comcast Rec Internet 021497 483.28
Critical Reach Abnet Annual Fee 20 415.00
Coast Counties Glas Fd Bthroom Partitio 2,014.00
Denise Duffy & Asso Great Tide Pool Sit 11,058.80
Edges Electrical Gr B&G Electrical Supp 163.11
Engineered Fire Sys Fd Plan Review Jan 877.50
Ewing Irrigation Pr Perkin Park Repairs 42.58
Fitzgerald Brown Fto Per Diem
PGCC 3-19-25 219.00

Check Register Report - Detailed View - February 2025
Fund Check Date Name Description Amount
Lori J Frati Csmfo Conference $ 355.08
Gachina Landscape M Gopher/ Mole Feb 641.00
Gemma Peterson Pmt For Rec Classes 739.20
Fusion Learning Par Public Trng Inst Mb 500.00
C.C.O.I. Gate & Fen B&G Yard Gate 187.10
Ips Group, Inc Meter Fees Fy25 1,324.69
Jd Repairs Inc Fd Repairs Unit 641 2,213.07
Secure Solutions Pd Backgrounds 1,661.69
League Of Ca Cities Council Membrship 6,944.00
Monterey Bay Pest C Fy25 Pest Control S 310.00
Monterey County May Mty Cty Mayor Membe 1,621.53
County Of Monterey Cjis Access Oct-Dec 23,020.60
Monterey County Wee Notice Of Pub Hrng 274.50
Monterey Fire Extin Lib Fire Extngshr S 2,149.60
City Of Monterey Fy25 Fire Services 272,759.00
Netfile, Inc. Subscrptn Elec Fili 4,560.00
Netta Avineri Rfnd Cancel Class 10.00
Nielsen Merksamer Cvra Legal Services 1,725.00
Odp Business Soluti Fin Office Supplies 232.43
Powerdms, Inc. Power Dms Pd 668.75
R & S Erection Of M Fd Bay Door Repairs 1,206.63
R & S Heating And S Pd Furnace Repairs 589.24
Regional Government Payroll Advisory Ja 3,480.75
Rydin Decal Emplyee Parking Pas 457.79
Same Day Shred Cmo Hr Shred Svcs 405.00
Spca Of Monterey Co Pd Animal Services 640.00
Steve Rodolf Rfnd Class Fees 84.00
Sturdy Oil Company Rec Fuel Dec 2024 19,841.17
The Pun Group, Llp Audit, Acfr, Gann R 56,665.00
Tina Rau Mayor Academy Trave 136.73
Tope'S Tree Service Contract Tree Servi 17,447.12
Toro Petroleum Corp Fd Diesel 1,969.24
Usa Towing Pd Unit 6 Tow 125.00
V & V Manufacturing Pd Badges 220.69
Verizon Business Rec Phone 1,513.67
Vestis Services, Ll Linen Services Fy 2 546.93
Wells Fargo Vendor Fy 24/25 Konica Lea 1,269.07
Brian Whitson City Hall Cleaning 380.00
Chris Wilson Plumbi Pd Duct Cleaning 110.00
07 - Library Bldg & Equip Fund 02/14/25 Crozier Studios Art Curation Instal 1,900.00 10 - Hospitality Imprvmt Dist. 02/18/25 See Monterey Mctid Oct-Dec Payou 103,474.50 Pacific Grove Chamb Hid Oct-Dec 2024 84,679.08
11 - Library Book Fund 02/14/25 Amazon Capital Serv Lib Books & Materia 327.20 Baker & Taylor Comp Books & Materials / 4,608.56
Cengage Learning/Ga Lib Books & Materia 246.40
Library Ideas, Llc Lib Books & Materia 2.50
Midwest Tape Lib Books & Materia 221.98
Overdrive, Inc. Lib Books & Materia 23.92
02/28/25 Cengage Learning/Ga Lib Books & Materia 64.66
12 - Fire Emerg Equip Fund 02/28/25 Bound Tree Medical, Medical Supplies Fo 8,943.60 15 - Housing Fund 02/20/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual 1,833.33
02/21/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual -
17 - Local Streets And Roads 02/28/25 Kimley Horn Pine Ave Traffic St PGCC 3-19-25 11,267.50

Check Register Report - Detailed View - February 2025
Fund Check Date Name Description Amount
18 - Gas Tax Fund 02/14/25 Pacific Gas & Elect 19Th & Sunset Dr. $ 186.42 4Leaf Fy24/25 On-Call Tra 1,616.00
California American St Fund 50% 336.03
02/18/25 Pacific Gas & Elect Pw Elec 4482-4 8,898.73
02/20/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual 2,333.33
02/21/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual -
02/28/25 4Leaf Fy24/25 On-Call Tra 1,160.00
Bear Electrical Sol Traffic Signal Main 420.00
Sturdy Oil Company Gas Tax Fuel Jan 20 1,451.02
Triton Construction Fuel System Svcs 1,300.00
20 - Rstp-(Tamc) 02/28/25 Ghd Inc. Cedar, Sunset, Cong 3,853.00 24 - Stillwell Children'S Pool 02/14/25 Amazon Capital Serv Pool Safety Equipme 171.56 American Supply Com Pool Supplies 284.49
27 - Lighthouse Maint.& Impv. 02/14/25 Pacific Gas & Elect Asilomar Blvd Pg Lh 219.41 Amazon Capital Serv Lighthouse Event 37.12
Life At Sea Lh Gift Shop Merch 1,369.25
Monterey One Water Lthse Sewer Trmt 118.08
Pacific Grove Hardw Lh Repair Supplies 88.33
California American 90 Asilomar 136.76
02/28/25 At&T Calnet 3 Lh Phone 3247 31.78
Escarraga'S Luxury Lighthouse Cleaning 480.00
Jennifer Langford Reimb Lh Supplies 23.84
40 - Poetry Promotion Fund 02/14/25 Jean Vengua Lib Poetry Promotio 100.00 Monterey One Water Poetry Sewer Trmt 171.56
Sally Ashton Lib Poetry Promotio 100.00
02/28/25 David Sullivan Lib Poetry Promotio 100.00
43 - Slesf Fund 02/14/25 Enterprise Fm Trust Fy24/25 Leased Vehi 2,135.37 47 - Rmra Fund 02/14/25 Monterey Peninsula Fy23/24 Street Reha 258,014.30 63 - Capital Improv Proj Fund 02/14/25 Silcon Constructors Sidewalk Extension 41,573.13 70 - Emp Benefit Fund 02/07/25 Calpers Health Feb 25 Ret & Change 823.60 02/14/25 Claremont Behaviora Eap Services Feb 648.15
Pars Ars Pars Fees Dec 369.20
02/26/25 Standard Insurance Mar 2025 Premiums 2,775.56
Standard Insurance Feb 2025 Coverage 6,811.84
02/28/25 Calpers Health Mar25 Ret & Changes 12,916.75
71 - Workers Comp Fund 02/20/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual 750.00
02/21/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual -
72 - Liability Ins Fund 02/20/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual -
Pers Feb 25 Ual 666.67
02/21/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual -
74 - Local Water Project 02/14/25 Monterey One Water Lwp Sewer Trmt 16,645.49 Pacific Gas & Elect Lwp Elec 0792-1 4,625.66
Perc Water Corporat June 24 O&M Service 35,303.52
California American 1313 Ocean View Blv 1,061.02
02/28/25 Perc Water Corporat Fy 24/25 Lwp O&M Ja 35,639.75 75 - Cemetery Fund 02/14/25 Pacific Gas & Elect Cemetery - 1% 167.91 Jensen Precast Cem Bur Vault Assmb 4,643.13
Mission Uniform Ser Linen & Uniform Cle 511.21
Pacific Grove Hardw Cem Supplies 214.83
California American Cem 4% 277.05
02/20/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual 3,750.00
02/21/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual -
02/28/25 Sturdy Oil Company Cem Fuel Jan 2025
PGCC 3-19-25 305.14

Check Register Report - Detailed View - February 2025
Fund Check Date Name Description Amount
76 - Sewer Fund 02/14/25 Pacific Gas & Elect 520 Ocean View Blvd $ 1,957.82 Don Chapin Co., Inc Sewer Line Maintena 19,686.93
Mission Uniform Ser Linen & Uniform Cle 511.21
Monterey One Water Fog Prgm Fy 22/23 339.15
Monterey Peninsula Fy23/24 Street Reha 71,250.00
O'Reilly Auto Enter Sewer Vehicle Repai 104.85
Pacific Gas & Elect Pw Sewer Elec 4175- 1,313.57
Pacific Grove Hardw Sewer Repair Suppli 96.71
Pure Water Sewer Bottle Water 22.65
Rooter King Community Center La 32,246.00
Wallace Group Scsmp 1, 6, 9 Cip24 17,720.59
California American 100 Oceanvw Irrig 161.03
02/20/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual 11,750.00
02/21/25 Pers Feb 25 Ual -
02/28/25 At&T Pw Sewer Phone 1261 126.28
Capital One Public Wastewtr Interest 44,781.75
Chevrolet Of Watson Sewer Repair Unit 4 175.75
Don Chapin Co., Inc Sewer Line Maintena 6,684.17
Neill Engineers Cor Admin Engineering S 1,000.00
Sturdy Oil Company Sewer Fuel Jan 2025 1,464.98
77 - Golf Fund 02/14/25 Pacific Gas & Elect 1313 Ocean View Blv 132.98 California American 1273 Crespi Pond 50 1,860.16
84 - American Rescue Plan-Arpa02/28/25 Keystone Ridge Desi Lovers Point Trash 13,786.00 Grand Total $ 2,497,964.65
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Agenda No. 8 E

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Joe Amelio, Mayor Pro Tem
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Monterey Salinas Transit Meeting Minutes: February 10, 2025 CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Receive minutes.

DISCUSSION

OPTIONS
FINANCIAL IMPACT:

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Not Applicable.

Attachments
Minutes
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Agenda # 3-2
March 10, 2025 Meeting

MEETING OF THE MST BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Meeting Minutes
February 10, 2025
10:00 am (Pacific)

Present: Mary Ann Carbone, Chair City of Sand City
Lorraine Worthy, Vice Chair City of Gonzales
Jeff Baron City of Carmel-by-the-Sea
Kim Shirley City of Del Rey Oaks
Ariana Rodriguez City of Greenfield
Mike LeBarre City of King
Liesbeth Visscher City of Marina
Ed Smith City of Monterey
Joe Amelio City of Pacific Grove
Tony Barrera City of Salinas
Dave Pacheco City of Seaside
Anna Velazquez City of Soledad
Luis Alejo County of Monterey

Absent: None
Counsel: Michael D. Laredo General Counsel, De Lay & Laredo Staff: Carl Sedoryk General Manager/CEO
Lisa Rheinheimer Deputy CEO
Kelly Halcon Chief Human Resources Officer
Michael Kohlman Chief Information Officer
Norman Tuitavuki Chief Operating Officer
Michelle Overmeyer Director of Planning and Innovation
Jeanette Alegar-Rocha Deputy Secretary/Clerk to the Board Andrea Williams Finance Manager
Beronica Carriedo C/S & Community Relations Supervisor
Christine Church Compliance Analyst
Danitza Lopez HR Assistant
Daniel Rodriguez Customer Service Representative
Daysi Chaidez Customer Service Representative
Elena Grigorichina Operations Specialist
Emma Patel Planning Manager
Ezequiel Rebollar IT System Engineer
Ikuyo Yoneda-Lopez  Marketing & Communications Manager
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Jacob Huggins IT Specialist
Jose Sanchez Barajas Assistant Planner
Kevin Allshouse Contract Transportation Manager
Luiza Hatlestad Mobility Specialist
Natalie Flores Associate Planner
Paul Lopez Facilities Manager
Marzette Henderson Transportation Manager
Rolando Munoz Mobility Specialist
Ruben Gomez Mobility Coordinator
Scott Taylor Information Technology Manager
Sonjé Dayries Civil Rights Officer
Steven Bruno Purchasing Agent
Susie Flores Grants Analyst
Ursulla Scardina Communications Specialist
Vince Dang Project Management Coordinator
Public: Anna Velazquez Mayor, City of Soledad
Michelle Adams Councilmember, City of Sand City
Jim Fink 28 Year Bus Passenger
Dave Cox MV Transportation
Jasmine Mejia-Cortes Monterey County Board of Supervisors Javier Gomez Monterey County Board of Supervisors
Linda Gonzales Monterey County Board of Supervisors
W.C. Phil Transdev
Carmen Alba Transdev
Christina Russel Transdev

1. CALL TO ORDER
1-1. Roll Call. (Jeanette Alegar-Rocha)
1-2. Pledge of Allegiance.

Chair Carbone called the meeting to order at 10:04 a.m. Roll call was taken and a quorum was established. Director Pacheco led the pledge of allegiance. 1-3. Review Highlights of the agenda. (Carl Sedoryk)
General Manager/CEO, Carl Sedoryk reviewed highlights of the agenda.

2. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
There were no public comments.

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3. CONSENT AGENDA
These items will be approved by a single motion. Anyone may request that an item be discussed and considered separately.
3-1. Financial Reports – November and December 2024. (Lori Lee) (Page 9) a) Accept Report of November and December 2024 Cash Flow b) Approve November and December 2024 Disbursements
c) Accept report of November and December 2024 Treasury Transactions 3-2. Receive the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Years Ending June 30, 2024 and 2023. (Andrea Williams) (Page 33) 3-3. Approve Minutes of the MST Board Meeting December 9, 2024. (Jeanette Alegar-Rocha) (Page 39)
3-4. Receive Draft Minutes of the MST Board Operation Performance Committee Meeting on December 9, 2024. (Jeanette Alegar-Rocha) (Page 45)
3-5. Receive Draft Minutes of the MST Corporation Meeting on December 9, 2024. (Jeanette Alegar-Rocha) (Page 49)
3-6. Approve Minutes of the MST Board Meeting and Strategic Planning Workshop on January 13, 2025. (Jeanette Alegar-Rocha) (Page 53) 3-7. Adopt Resolution 2025-12 Recognizing Ursulla Scardina, Communications Specialist as Employee of the Month for January 2025. (Ikuyo YonedaLopez) (Page 61) 3-8. Adopt Resolution 2025-13 Recognizing Daniel Merillana, Safety Training Officer as Employee of the Month for February 2025. (Jarred Augusta) (Page 63)
3-9. Reject Claim by the Claimant Lexus Monterey, Victor Lacuata. (Jarred Augusta) (Page 65)
3-10. Reject Claim by the Claimant Anna Leyva-Nguyen. (Jarred Augusta) (Page 67)
3-11. Reject Claim by the Claimant Sheri Rood. (Jarred Augusta) (Page 69) 3-12. Reappoint Measure Q Oversight Committee Member Juan Pablo Lopez to a New 3-Year Term and Appoint New Members Anna Velazquez and Dan Albert Each to 3-Year Terms. (Carl Sedoryk) (Page 71)
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3-13. Adopt Resolution 2025-14 Authorizing MST’s General Manager/CEO to Execute All Required Documents for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. (Susie Flores) (Page 73)
3-14. Adopt Resolution 2025-15 in Appreciation of Anna Velazquez, Her Support to the MST Board, and Contribution to the Community. (Carl Sedoryk) (Page 77)
3-15. Authorize the General Manager/CEO to Purchase Five (5) Toyota Prius Hybrid Vehicles at the Lowest Price/Best Options at the Time of Purchase Utilizing the California Department of General Services (DGS) Contract #1 -22-23-10 in an Amount Not to Exceed $162,000.  (Norman K. Tuitavuki) (Page 79)
3-16. Authorize the General Manager/CEO or Their Designee to Execute Contracts Related to the Federal Transit Administration Enhancing Mobility Innovation Program Award in an Amount Not to Exceed $449,860. (Michael Kohlman) (Page 81)
There were no public comments on the Consent Agenda.

On a motion by Director Alejo and seconded by Director Smith, the Board unanimously approved all items on the Consent Agenda.

4. RECOGNITIONS AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
4-1. Recognition and Appreciation for Anna Velazquez. (Mary Ann Carbone) The MST Board recognized Anna Velazquez for her eight years of service on the Board of Directors and for her outstanding contribution to MST and the entire community.
4-2. Board of Directors “Roadeo” Awards. (Carl Sedoryk) General Manager/CEO, Carl Sedoryk awarded Mike LeBarre with the 2025 Board of Directors “Roadeo” trophy. Lorraine Worthy, Vice Chair, received the “Orange Crush” award.
4-3. January 2025 Employee of the Month – Ursulla Scardina, Communications Specialist. (Ikuyo Yoneda-Lopez)
The MST Board recognized Ursulla Scardina, Communications Specialist, as the January 2025 Employee of the Month for her outstanding contribution to MST and the entire community.

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4-4. February 2025 Employee of the Month – Daniel Merillana, Safety Training Officer. (Jarred Augusta)
The MST Board recognized Daniel Merillana, Transit Trainer, as the February 2025 Employee of the Month for his outstanding contribution to MST and the entire community.

5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.

6. ACTION ITEMS
6-1. Authorize the General Manager/CEO or their Designee to Enter into a Five (5) Year Contract with Transdev Services, Inc. for Paratransit and Fixed Route Services, with the Option to Extend for One (1) Additional Two (2) Year Term, in an Amount Not to Exceed $67,890,014 For the Initial term, and $33,107,556 For the Option Term. (Norman Tuitavuki/Steven Bruno) (Page 83)
Director Barrera asked how long current coach operators will remain employed with the new Transdev contract. Norman Tuitavuki responded that current coach operators will remain for at least 90 days.

Director LeBarre asked if current issues will be addressed by Transdev. staff responded that current issues will be addressed in training.

Director Alejo asked if Transdev has a collective bargaining agreement.

Director Pacheco asked if Transdev is local and if current coach operator jobs are secure.

Director Smith asked if Transdev has service contracts with other transit agencies in the area and also about the local leadership team locations.

W.C. Phil, Senior Vice President of Business Development from Transdev responded that 80% of the Transdev workforce is organized via a union across the United States. Fifty-percent of the drivers are female. Seventy-five percent of the executive team are female. Transdev wants to hire as many of the current workforce as possible with the same pay and benefits under the current union contract. Transdev has its headquarters in Chicago with 73 contracts in the state of California. Transdev currently operates with San Benito County Transit, SamTrans, and San Luis Obispo. The Transdev leadership team is based on regions with one in Sacramento. The local leadership team would be located at the MST facility.

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Jim Fink, MST passenger and member of the public commented that in his experience Transdev service is excellent.

On a motion by Director LeBarre and seconded by Director Amelio, the Board unanimously approved item 6-1.
6-2. Authorize the General Manager/CEO, or their Designee to Enter into a Contract with the F. Loduca Company for Construction on the South County Circulator Bus Stops in the City of Greenfield in an Amount Not to Exceed $323,113. (Vince Dang/Steven Bruno) (Page 87)
There were no public comments.

Director Rodriguez commented that residents in her community of Greenfield would like additional supplemental door-to-door transit service and bus stops at the pharmacy and shopping mall on Walnut Ave. Michelle Overmeyer, Director of Planning and Innovation, noted that installing bus stops at the two locations are planned for a future phase.

On a motion by Director Rodriguez and seconded by Director Alejo, the Board unanimously approved item 6-2.
6-3. Authorize the General Manager/CEO, or their Designee to Enter into a Contract with the Granite Rock Company for Bus Stop Construction in the City of Pacific Grove in an Amount not to Exceed $211,180. (Vince Dang/Steven Bruno) (Page 89)
There were no public comments.

On a motion by Director Smith and seconded by Director Visscher, the Board unanimously approved item 6-3.

7. REPORTS & INFORMATION ITEMS
The Board will receive and file these reports, which do not require action by the Board. 7-1. General Manager/CEO Monthly Report – December 2024 (Page 91) 7-2. Federal Legislative Advocacy Reports  – December 2024  and January 2025 (Pages 93-95)
7-3. State Legislative Advocacy Update – (Page 99)
7-4. Staff Trip Reports – (Pages 105-129 )
7-5. Correspondence –  (Pages 131-143)
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8. BOARD REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND REFERRALS
8-1. Reports on Meetings Attended by Board Members at MST Expense. (AB 1234)
8-2. Board Member Comments and Announcements.
a) General Counsel Performance Evaluation
Board members were asked to provide evaluation responses for General Counsel by February 28, 2025.
8-3. Board Member Referrals for Future Agendas.

9. ATTACHMENTS
9-1. The Monthly Report for December 2024 can be viewed online:
http://mst.org/about-mst/board-of-directors/board-meetings/

10. CLOSED SESSION
Members of the public may address the Board on any matter related to Closed Session.

There is a time limit of not more than three minutes for each speaker. The Board will not take action or respond immediately to any public comments presented, but may choose to follow-up at a later time individually, through staff, or on a subsequent agenda. (Please refer to page 1 of the agenda for instructions) As permitted by Government Code §64956 et seq. of the State of California, the Board of Directors may adjourn to Closed Session to consider specific matters dealing with personnel and/or pending possible litigation and/or conferring with the Board's MeyersMilias-Brown Act representative. 10-1. Conference with Monterey-Salinas Transit and ATU Labor Contract – Gov.

Code § 54957.6. (Michael Laredo, Kelly Halcon) (No Enclosure) There were no public comments.

Michael Laredo reported that the Board provided direction to open negotiations for the contract which expires on September 30, 2025. 10-2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators, Gov. Code § 54956.8 APN#: 031-201-013-000 located at the northwest corner of Imjin Road and Imjin Parkway, Marina, CA
MST Negotiators: Carl Sedoryk, General Manager/CEO
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Sale
There were no public comments.

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Michael Laredo reported that the Board provided direction to the General Manager/CEP to pursue pricing terms.

11. ADJOURN
With no further business to discuss, Chair Carbone adjourned the meeting at 11:40 a.m. (Pacific).

Prepared by: ___________________Reviewed by: __________________ Jeanette Alegar-Rocha Carl G. Sedoryk
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Agenda No. 9 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Daniel Gho, Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Congress, Cedar, and Sunset Intersection Safety Improvement Project CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Authorize Amendment #1 for Phase 1 of the Congress, Cedar, and Sunset Intersection Safety Improvement Project agreement with GHD to extend the term through June 30, 2026.

1. 2. Receive a project update.

3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

DISCUSSION
Background
In 2016, the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC), in partnership with the City of Pacific Grove (City) and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), conducted a study of the State Route 68 Corridor (SR68) segment located in Pacific Grove City bounds, the Pacific Grove Hwy 68 Corridor Study.
https://www.tamcmonterey.org/pacific-grove-hwy-68-corridor-study The intent of the study was to identify improvements that would provide safer access for all modes of travel. The study identifies several areas along the SR68 corridor, managed by Caltrans and within the City boundary, that are ripe for safety improvements. The City, in coordination with TAMC, has focused on complete street and safety improvements to the five-legged intersection of Sunset Drive, Congress Avenue, and Cedar Street. This intersection has been selected because it is adjacent to two schools, is heavily trafficked, and has historically been an area of interest for improvement by the community and TAMC.

On November 8, 2016, TAMC placed the Transportation Safety & Investment Plan (Measure X) on the ballot, the measure was approved with 67.7% approval from Monterey County voters. The measure, through retail transactions and use tax of three-eighths of one percent (3/8%) is anticipated to generate an estimated $20 million annually for 30 years. The revenue from the sales tax measure is used for transportation safety and mobility projects in Monterey County. 40% of the revenue is allocated to Regional Projects via the Regional Safety Mobility and Walkability Program. TAMC has identified and allocated funding for specific projects across the county; one of the projects identified includes PGCC 3-19-25

allocated funding for specific projects across the county; one of the projects identified includes improvements to the SR68 Corridor within Pacific Grove. A total of $5 million has been allocated.

On October 19, 2022, the Council approved a Measure X funding agreement with TAMC for an amount not to exceed $1,000,000, of the larger $5 million bucket, to the initial phase and kick off the project. At the July 5, 2023, meeting, the Council authorized the City to enter into an agreement with GHD for Phase I of the Congress, Cedar, and Sunset Intersection Safety Improvement Project in an amount not to exceed $797,574. Since the commencement of the project and the authorization of the agreement with GHD, significant progress has been made.

At the City Council’s July 17, 2024 meeting, the Council chose to pursue a single-build alternative for the five-way intersection –a roundabout with Cedar access relocated. The report with background information can be found here.

Update
Summary of Project Status
The project team has completed 30% design, traffic operations analysis, and a preliminary environmental analysis report in support of a request to Caltrans to process project approval through a Design Engineering Evaluation Report (DEER) Process.

The Caltrans DEER process combines two phases into one – project initiation and project approval/environmental document. This streamlined process will save the City both time and budget.

Caltrans has evaluated the City’s request for DEER, which was submitted in late November, and has tentatively accepted the DEER path.

In preparation for the anticipated DEER approval, the project team is preparing to proceed with the preparation of the environmental documents for the project and other items needed for the DEER, which include:

Environmental studies
Geotechnical investigation
Environmental documentation
Right-of-way datasheet
Traffic management plan
Cost estimates
The project schedule will be re-established after receiving Caltrans approval to proceed with the DEER process, but the anticipated schedule to complete the work is 16 months (June 30, 2026). Now that the City has a timeline, we are requesting a contract extension to align with the completion of the phase 1 tasks, as noted. The total cost of the agreement remains unchanged.

OPTIONS
Provide alternative direction
FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with receiving this report. As noted above, this project is funded via Measure X and is approved as part of the Capital Improvement Program. The requested amendment is a time-extension amendment only. All other terms of the agreement will remain the same.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Infrastructure
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FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Infrastructure
Attachments
Amendment #1
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AMENDMENT #1 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR THE PHASE I OF THE CONGRESS, CEDAR, AND

SUNSET INTERSECTION SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT WITH GHD WHEREAS, the City of Pacific Grove (“City”) and GHD (“Consultant”) entered into an Agreement (“Agreement”) dated July 21, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the City and Consultant need to amend certain terms of the Agreement; NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:

A. The Agreement is amended as follows:
• Section 1 Term. This Agreement shall commence on 7/24/2023 and shall remain and continue in effect until tasks described herein are completed, but in no event later than 6/30/2024 6/30/2026, unless sooner terminated pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement.

B. All other terms of the Agreement remain the same.

Dated: _____________________ ___________________________ Lindsey Van Parys, PE: Business Group Leader
Dated: _____________________ ___________________________ Daniel Gho: Public Works Director
Dated: _____________________ ___________________________ Brian Pierik: City Attorney
Dated: _____________________ ___________________________ Fred Marsh: Administrative Services Director
Dated: _____________________ ___________________________ Nick Smith: Mayor
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Agenda No. 10 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Sandra Kandell, City Clerk/DEI Coordinator
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Task Force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Minutes: February 10, 2025.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Receive minutes.

Attachments
DEI Minutes 2-10-25
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1 MEETING MINUTES

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE

TASK FORCE ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

REGULAR MEETING
Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:00 P.M.

Council Chamber – City Hall – 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR TO PARTICIPATE LIVE AT:
https://www.cityofpacificgrove.org/Zoom_DEI

1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Chair Bui called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Management Analyst Staphany Arriola conducted roll call with the following Task Force members present in person: Chair Bui, Vice-Chair Fryberger, Members Doneux, Pye and Rubin.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Action: Upon motion by Chair Bui and seconded by Vice Chair Fryberger, the Task Force voted 5-0, to approve the agenda.

A. Election of Officers
No public comment was received.

Action: By way of nomination, Kim Bui elected Chair for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force.

Motion carried 5-0, by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Chair Bui, Vice-Chair Fryberger, Members Doneux, Pye and Rubin.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

Action: By way of nomination, Natalie Fryberger was elected Vice-Chair for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force.

Motion carried 5-0, by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Chair Bui, Vice-Chair Fryberger, Members Doneux, Pye and Rubin.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

Action: By way of nomination, Kimberly Pye was elected Secretary for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force.

Motion carried 5-0, by the following roll call vote:

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2 AYES: Chair Bui, Vice-Chair Fryberger, Secretary Pye, Members Doneux and Rubin.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

3. PRESENTATIONS
No presentations were scheduled.

4. TASK FORCE AND STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS (City-Related Items Only) The Task Force gave brief introductions about themselves.

5. COUNCIL LIAISON ANNOUNCEMENTS

6. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
General public comment received from Paul Walkingstick, Mike Gibbs, Carol Marquart, Beth Walker, Colleen Ingram, Sharon Miller, Inge Lorentzen Daumer.

A. Written General Public Comment

7. CONSENT AGENDA
Action: Upon motion by Member Doneux and seconded by Vice Chair Fryberger, the Task Force voted 5-0, to approve the Consent Agenda.

A. Minutes of the Task Force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion January 13, 2025 meeting.

Action: Approved the minutes.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

8. REGULAR AGENDA
A. City Council Goals Discussion and Recommendations
Public comment received from Mike Gibbs and Colleen Ingram.

Action: Upon motion by Chair Bui and seconded by Vice Chair Fryberger, the Task Force voted 5-0 to discuss proposed goals for recommendation to the City Council within the guidance and parameters provided and approve the following 2 goals to recommend for City Council consideration for inclusion in the 2025-2027 Community Goals and Work Plan:

1. Develop a cultural stewardship plan.

2. Develop a City Council statement in support of underrepresented communities reflecting that we are a welcoming committee.

B. Task Force Meeting Frequency This item was continued from the Task Force on DEI's January 13, 2025 meeting.

Public comment received from Tina Rau.

Action: The Task Force reviewed its meeting frequency.

C. Task Force Work Plan Review
No public comment received.

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3 Action: The Task Force reviewed the 2024-2025 Work Plan.

D. Task Force Resources Webpage Definition and Purpose
No public comment received.

Action: Upon motion by Vice Chair Fryberger and seconded by Member Doneux, the Task Force voted 5-0, to adopt the Task Force Webpage Purpose Statement.

9. NEXT MEETING March 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

10. ADJOURNMENT
The regular meeting was adjourned at 7:48 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Staphany Arriola, Management Analyst
for Sandra Kandell, City Clerk/DEI Coordinator
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Agenda No. 10 B

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Katie Clark, Recreation Program Manager
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Recreation Board Minutes: January 23, 2025
CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Receive minutes.

Attachments
Recreation Board Minutes January 23, 2025
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January 23, 2025 Recreation Board Meeting Minutes

1. CALL TO ORDER
Recreation Board Chair, Colleen Goldsmith, called the meeting to order at 4:01 PM. Also present in the chamber were Vice Chair Jay Tulley, Board Member Ashley Gamble, Board Member Roger O'Sullivan, Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager Daniel Gho, Recreation Program Manager Katie Clark, and City Council Liaison Joe Amelio. Board Member Darrell Smith was not present.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Upon motion by Vice Chair Jay Tulley and seconded by Board Member O’Sullivan, the Recreation Board voted unanimously to approve the agenda.

3. BOARD AND STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS (City-Related Items Only)

1. Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager Gho announced:
• The drainage project at George Washington has commenced. • The soundproofing at the pickleball courts has also commenced. It is a very laborintensive project. • The ramps and ADA pathways will start soon.

2. Recreation Program Manager Clark announced:
• Youth programs are available
• Jr Soccer is getting moved to the spring
• The youth soccer program will be released in the late spring. • The Youth Center is open.
• Special programs are coming up and are available online.

3. Recreation Board Chair Colleen Goldsmith announced:
• The board will get an update on the Chinese Pavilion project and fundraiser. • The Heritage Society is raising money for Chautauqua Hall. They would like to raise $1,000,000.
• A new group, Community Cares, will work with Public Works and professional landscapers to improve public spaces.
• Board Member Darrell Smith will not continue to serve on the Board; the Board thanks him for his service.

Vice Chair Tulley commended the Recreation Program Manager Clark for all the new programming. He asked if local youth can volunteer with the recreation department.

4. COUNCIL LIAISON ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Council Liaison Joe Amelio announced:
• The City Council is working to establish districts
• The birthday party for the Lighthouse. There will be a birthday cake and pins. • 7 candidates were discussed to replace Debby Beck, and Cynthia Garfield was chosen.
• An environmental contractor was approved.

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January 23, 2025 Recreation Board Meeting Minutes
• The client action plan was approved.

5. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Mike Gibbs commended the Recreation Board, specifically the leadership of the Board Chair, Colleen Goldsmith.

Peggy Gibbs also commended the Recreation Board.

Charles Cha gave a quick update on the Chinese Pavilion project. The campaign has raised $200,000, and the people behind the project are looking for an architect.

Inge Daumer thanked Board Chair Goldsmith for her service and complimented her stellar service.

One written public comment was received from Inge Daumer regarding Parks and Rec Day.

6. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
There is one correction noted by Recreation Program Manager Katie Clark on the Meeting Minutes from November 25, 2024. There was a mention of ‘kickball’, should have been ‘pickleball’. Upon motion by Board Member Gamble and seconded by Board Member O'Sullivan, the Recreation Board voted unanimously to approve the Meeting Minutes from November 25, 2024.

7. REGULAR AGENDA
A. FY 2025-2026 Special Events Calendar
The Board received the report from Katie on the 2025-2026 Special Events Calendar that is included in the meeting packet.

No public comments were made.

Vice Chair Tulley asked clarifying questions about why some car shows are Citysponsored. Vice Chair Tulley also asked about getting Parks and Rec Day on the calendar. Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager Gho clarified that it does not meet the criteria of a special event.

Board Chair Goldsmith asked clarifying questions about the Youth Ambassadors event.

Vice Chair Tulley asked if the peir will be repaired. Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager Gho clarified it will not. However, it is safe and stable.

Board Chair Goldsmith asked about the Night Owl event and if the new fire truck will be available for the “Touch A Truck” event.

Vice Chair Tulley motioned to approve the calendar as proposed in the agenda report.

Board Chair O’Sullivan seconded the motion.

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January 23, 2025 Recreation Board Meeting Minutes
B. Parks and Rec Day Report
The Board received a report from Vice Chair Tulley.

The board discussed the date, the Parks and Recreation Day itinerary and requested support from staff. It was determined that this event does not meet the requirement of a ‘special event’.

Public Comments:

Inge Daumer commented about the event regarding budget, accessibility, and public interest.

Board Member Gamble asked how the Board can meet and not violate the Brown Act.

Vice Chair Tulley said there is a precedent. Vice Chair Tulley also responded to Inge Daumer’s comments regarding the budget. Chair Goldsmith commented about sponsorships, incentives, refreshments, a survey, and reaching out to other committees.

The dates of the event were discussed. May is busy for the Recreation Department.

July is another option. The budget and dates were discussed. A budget of $1,000 was further discussed, and a date of July 18 from 1 to 5 PM was

8. NEXT MEETING
The next meeting will be Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 4:00 PM at the Council Chamber, City Hall, at 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA.

9. ADJOURNMENT
During the adjournment, Chair Goldsmith said this was her last meeting. All Board Members present spoke, thanking Chair Goldsmith for her service and commending her for a job well done. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 PM
Minutes respectfully submitted by Board Member Gamble.

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Agenda No. 11 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Matt Mogensen, City Manager
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Fifth Public Hearing to Establish District Boundaries to Transition from the City of Pacific Grove City Council At-Large Election System to a District-Based City Council Election System; Adoption on Second Reading on an Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members, Adopting a District Boundary Map, and Assigning a sequence of Elections and Approval of Report on the Basis for Decisions pursuant to Elections Code Section 21130 (f) . This item to commence at 6:15 p.m.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Hold a public hearing regarding the Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members.

1. Hold second reading and adopt an Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members (Attachment 2).

2. Motion to approve Report on the Basis for Decisions pursuant to Elections Code Section 21130 (f) (Attachment 3).

3. DISCUSSION
On March 5, 2025, the City Council held a Fourth Public Hearing as part of the process for transitioning from at large elections to district elections pursuant to Elections Code Section 10010 (Staff Report is Attachment 1).

At the meeting on March 5, 2025, the City Council introduced by first reading the Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members designating Map 101 and including sequencing for future elections (Attachment 2). There were no changes between the first and second readings of this ordinance. The City Clerk caused a summary of the ordinance to be published on March 13, 2025.

Elections Code Section 21130 sets forth the requirements and criteria for the legislative body to apply when establishing district-based elections.

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election district boundaries, the districting body shall issue a report that explains the basis on which the districting body made its decisions in achieving compliance with the requirements and criteria described in this section, including, as to each neighborhood, community of interest, city, or census designated place that was split into two or more districts, the reason for that split.” At this time, the City Council should consider the Report on the Basis for Decisions pursuant to Elections Code Section 21130 (f) attached hereto as Attachment 3. This Report consists of a table which lists the requirements and criteria set forth in Elections Code Section 21130 and the basis on which the City Council is making its decision in achieving compliance with the requirements and criteria of Section 21130.

The recommended actions are to conduct the public hearing, adopt on Second Reading the Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members (Attachment 2) and approve the Report on the Basis for Decisions pursuant to Elections Code Section 21130 (f) in Attachment 3.

OPTIONS

1. Take alternative action related to the subject.

2. Take no action.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Not Applicable.

Attachments
1 - Staff Report for CC Meeting on March 5, 2024
2 - Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members 3 - Report on the Basis for Decisions Pursuant to Elections Code Section 21130(f) PGCC 3-19-25

Agenda No. 11 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Matthew Mogensen, City Manager
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2025
SUBJECT: Fourth Public Hearing to Establish District Boundaries to Transition from the City of Pacific Grove City Council At-Large Election System to a District-Based City Council Election System and First Reading on an Ordinance Establishing District-Based Elections for Council Members, Adopting a District Boundary Map, and Assigning a sequence of Elections. This item to commence at 6:15 p.m.

CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION

1. Hold a Public Hearing to Receive Input from the Community Regarding the Establishment of District Boundaries to Transition from an At-Large City Council Election System to a District-Based City Council Election System in accordance with California Elections Code § 10010

2. Discuss method for voting on a preferred map

3. Select a map for inclusion in the ordinance to transition to district elections

4. Request the City Attorney read the title of the ordinance.

5. Motion to waive further reading of the ordinance.

6. Introduce and hold a first reading of an ordinance establishing district-based elections for Council Members by amending Pacific Grove Municipal Code Title 2 to add a new Chapter 2.70 (“district-based elections”), adopting a district boundary map and assigning a sequence of elections for the new districts

7. Direct that publication of the ordinance will be satisfied by publication of a summary approved by the City Attorney

8. Take alternative action.

DISCUSSION

BACKGROUND
On October 2, 2024, the City Council considered and approved Resolution No. 24-042, declaring its intent to initiate procedures for a transition from at-large to district-based council member elections. The staff report package and supporting materials can be accessed at this link.

The City of Pacific Grove currently has an at-large election system, which means that the electors for the entire City choose each of the six Council Members, and a directly elected Mayor. A district-based election is one in which the city is geographically divided into separate districts, each with one Council Member who resides in the district and is chosen by the electors residing in that particular district. The office of the Mayor would still be directly elected by all voters of the City.

California Elections Code §10010 Requirements
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California Elections Code §10010 provides the process of transitioning from at-large elections to by-district elections. Elections Code §10010 specifically applies to charter cities. The process includes:

1. A Resolution of Intent to Transition from At-Large Elections to By-district Elections;

2. First Public Hearing on composition of possible districts before draft maps are drawn

3. Second Public Hearing no more than 30 days after First Public Hearing on composition of possible districts before draft maps are drawn

4. Publication of Draft Maps and Election Sequence – at least 7 days prior to public hearing on maps

5. First Public Hearing on Draft Maps

6. Second Public Hearing on Draft Maps no more than 45 days after First Public Hearing on Draft Maps.

7. Final Public Hearing in connection with final adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinance to transition from at-large elections to by-district elections; Ordinance becomes effective 30 days after adoption.

To fulfill the requirements of California Elections Code §10010, the following timeline has been developed to complete the process by March 31, 2025.

October 2, 2024 – City Council Adopted Resolution 24-042, declaring its intent to initiate procedures for a transition from at-large to district-based council member elections.

November 20, 2024 – first public hearing on composition of possible districts before draft maps are drawn.

December 18, 2024 – second public hearing on composition of possible districts before draft maps are drawn.

January 8, 2025 – staff conducted a “community workshop” format meeting to educate residents on how to use the map drawing tools. The meeting was noticed as a special meeting of the City Council to allow Council Members to attend if they chose.

January 27, 2025 – deadline for submission of draft maps to be published with proposed sequencing of elections in the new districts for consideration at third public hearing.

February 5, 2025 – third public hearing on draft maps submitted by Pacific Grove residents and City’s demographic consultant.

February 24, 2025 – deadline for submission of draft maps or revised draft maps to be published with proposed sequencing of elections in the new districts to be considered at fourth public hearing.

March 5, 2025 – fourth public hearing on draft maps and revised maps submitted by Pacific Grove residents and City’s demographic consultant, and First Reading of an Ordinance to adopt a district map and final sequencing in which districts will be implemented in elections.

March 19, 2025 - second reading of the Ordinance adopting the district map and sequencing which districts will be implemented in elections.

At the first two public hearings the public was informed about the districting process and the community was provided with the opportunity to give feedback on what factors should be taken into consideration while creating district boundaries. The public was asked to provide input regarding communities of interest and other local factors that should be considered while drafting district maps.

A community of interest is a neighborhood or group that would benefit from being in the same district because of shared interests, views, or characteristics. Possible community features include, but are not limited to:

A. School attendance areas.

B. Natural dividing lines such as major roads, hills, or highways.

C. Areas around parks and other neighborhood landmarks.

D. Common issues, neighborhood activities, or legislative/election concerns; and E. Shared demographic characteristics, such as:
(1) Similar levels of income, education, or linguistic insolation. (2) Languages spoken at home; and
(3) Single-family and multi-family housing unit areas.
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Also discussed at the first two public hearings were the legal requirements in creating the district boundaries.

These compliance mandates include the following state and federal criteria:

Legal Requirements - Federal:

1. Each council district shall contain a nearly equal population as required by law; and

2. Each council district shall be drawn in a manner that complies with the Federal Voting Rights Act. No council district shall be drawn with race as the predominate factor in violation of the principles established by the United States Supreme Court in Shaw v. Reno, 509 U.S. 630 (1993), and its progeny.

In connection with compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act, California law requires the City Council to determine whether it is possible to create an election district or districts in which a minority group is sufficiently large and geographically compact to constitute a majority in a single-member district, as set forth in Thornburg v. Gingles, 478 U.S. 30 (1986), and published on its redistricting web page the results of its analysis within seven days of completing the analysis or prior to adopting election district boundaries, whichever occurs first.

In accordance with Elections Code section 21130(b)(1), on January 24, 2025, the City posted on its districting webpage a report disclosing that it is not possible to create an election district or districts in which a minority group is sufficiently large and geographically compact to constitute a majority in a single-member district, as set forth in Thornburg v. Gingles (1986) 478 U.S. 30.

In addition to the federal criteria, California has adopted mandatory, prioritized criteria:

1. To the maximum extent practicable, election districts shall be geographically contiguous.

2. To the maximum extent practicable, and where it does not conflict with the preceding criterion, the geographic integrity of any local neighborhood or local community of interest shall be respected in a manner that minimizes its division. Communities of interest do not include relationships with political parties, incumbents, or political candidates.

3. To the maximum extent practicable, and where it does not conflict with the preceding criteria, election districts shall be bounded by natural and artificial barriers, by streets, or by the boundaries of the local jurisdiction. Election district boundaries should be easily identifiable and understandable by residents.

4. To the maximum extent practicable, and where it does not conflict with the preceding criteria, election districts shall be drawn to encourage geographical compactness in a manner that nearby areas of population are not bypassed in favor of more distant populations.

5. The City Council shall not adopt election district boundaries for the purpose of favoring or discriminating against an incumbent, political candidate, or political party.

6. The City Council shall not adopt election district boundaries using any criterion that is prioritized over the criteria described above.

7. Within 21 days of adopting final election district boundaries, the City Council shall issue a report that explains the basis on which it made its decisions in achieving compliance with the requirements and criteria described above, including, as to each neighborhood or community of interest that was split into two or more districts, the reason for that split.

A charter city may adopted comprehensive or exclusive redistricting criteria in its city charter that include a requirement to keep whole either communities of interest or neighborhoods. The City of Pacific Grove has not adopted redistricting criteria in its charter.

Public Outreach
The City established a dedicated webpage for the District Elections Transition effort. This webpage contains all information (reports, hearing notices, presentations, mapping resources, etc.) and is found on the City’s website.
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City staff has also made efforts to conduct outreach to the public to provide information on the City’s districting process, including the following:

September 4, 2024, agenda report and City Council discussion.

September 6, 2024 City Manager’s report newsletter article.

October 2, 2024, City Council discussion and declaration of intent to transition to district-based elections.

October 4, 2024, City Manager’s Report newsletter article.

October 16, 2024, City Manager’s Report newsletter article providing the schedule of hearings.

Public Hearing Notice for the November 20, 2024, Public Hearing was posted at City Hall and published in the Monterey County Weekly on November 7, 2024.

November 8, 2024, City Manager’s Report newsletter article providing notice of first hearing on November 20.

November 20, 2024, agenda report and City Council discussion.

November 22, 2024, City Manager’s Report newsletter article providing notice of second hearing on December 18, 2024.

Public Hearing Notice for the December 18, 2024, public hearing was posted at city hall and published in the Monterey County Weekly on December 5, 2024.

December 18, 2024, agenda report and City Council discussion.

December 20, 2024, City Manager’s Report newsletter article providing notice of public workshop on January 8, 2025 and information on where to find mapping resources.

December 30, 2024, post on City’s Nextdoor and Facebook informing residents of upcoming workshop on January 8, 2025, the hearing on February 5, 2025, and how to get involved.

A public workshop held on January 8, 2025, aimed at assisting residents with learning how to draws district boundary maps and answer questions.

January 17, 2025 City Manager’s report newsletter article providing information on where to find mapping resources.

Public Hearing Notice for the February 5, 2025, public hearing was posted at City Hall and published in the Monterey County Weekly on January 23, 2025.

February 7, 2025, City Manager’s report newsletter article providing information on where to find mapping resources and deadline to submit new maps.

Public Hearing Notice for the March 5, 2025, public hearing was posted at city hall and published in the Monterey County Weekly on February 20, 2025.

February 21, 2025, City Manager’s report newsletter article providing information on where to find mapping resources and deadline to submit new maps.

DISCUSSION
The purpose of this public hearing on March 5, 2025, is to consider draft maps; receive input from the community regarding the draft maps, district boundaries, and election sequencing.

The City provided members of the public access to the paper map resource and an online map resource to create their proposed maps. The mapping resources with instructions have been provided on the City’s website on the District Elected Transition webpage, which can be found here.

To assist residents with learning how to draw district boundary maps and answer questions, staff held a public workshop on January 8, 2025. Approximately 15 – 20 residents were in attendance.

The community was encouraged to submit proposed maps by January 24, 2025, for consideration at the February 5, 2024, public hearing.

On February 5, 2025, the City Council held a public hearing to discuss the first group of 20 maps that were submitted by the demographer and members of the community. These 20 draft maps are listed below and can be found at the links provided. After public comment and deliberations, the City Council voted to indicate they are supportive of additional consideration of Maps 101, 108, 109, 118 and 119. These five maps, in addition to all the first map submittals are attached to this report. All map submissions can be found at the links below. 3/13/25, 9:42 AM Print Agenda Report
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The Interactive Review Tool linked herein provides a digital version of all maps. This tool allows you to overlay the maps on each other to compare and contrast the differences. Users can also view the attribute tables for each map and view all demographic characteristic information for that map.

The community was encouraged to submit another round of proposed maps by February 24, 2025, for consideration at the March 5, 2024, public hearing.

Draft Maps
The community was encouraged to submit proposed maps by February 24, 2025, for consideration at the March 5, 2024, public hearing. The list of proposed maps submitted appears below and are attached to this report.

Additionally, these proposed maps were posted in compliance with the Elections Code § 10010 on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

The proposed maps can also be viewed on an Interactive Review Tool linked herein and can be used to zoom in and out for additional detail and demographic data.

Maps submitted for February 5, 2025, City Council review:

Map 101 – Deviation 8.09%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 102 – Deviation 7.34%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 103 – Deviation 2.09%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 104 – Deviation 6.74%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 105 – Deviation 7.10%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 106 – District F is compact but not contiguous and therefore not viable as submitted.

Map 107 – District E is compact but not contiguous and therefore not viable as submitted.

Map 108 – Deviation 4.64%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 109 – Deviation 5.28%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 110 – Deviation 6.03%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 111 – Deviation 3.09%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 112 – Deviation 9.08%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 113 – Deviation 0.52%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 114 – Deviation 0.56%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 115 – Deviation 4.44%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 116 – Deviation 6.66%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 117 – Deviation 6.55%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 118 – Deviation 7.97%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 119 – Deviation 3.29%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Map 120 – Deviation 5.79%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Additional Maps submitted for March 5, 2025, City Council review Map 121 – Deviation 5.63%. The districts are compact and contiguous.

Sequencing Of District Elections
“Sequencing” means assigning to each district the election year in which that district seat will be up for election. The City Council deliberates about and assigns sequencing after selection of a districting plan for final adoption. Currently, three seats are up for Citywide election in the Gubernatorial election year; three seats are up for Citywide election in the Presidential election year.

Elections Code § 10010 has provisions for sequencing elections in the new districts:
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1. The draft districting plans that are subject to the second round of public hearings must include a “potential” sequencing of elections for each draft plan. (Elec. Code § 10010(a)(2).) This assignment is only “potential.”

2. Elections Code § 10010(b) specifies two criteria for “consideration” in setting the final sequencing of elections. Those criteria are a) “consideration to the purposes of the California Voting Rights Act” and b) “tak[ing] into account the preferences expressed by members of the districts.” There is no judicial guidance about what either of these criteria means.

Regarding the first criterion, some California Voting Rights Act advocates contend this provision requires the district with a majority of citizens of voting age who are Latino to be placed on the ballot in the Presidential election cycle when Latino turnout may be higher. There is no such district in any draft plan for the City and, in any case, this approach could present potential constitutional issues.

Regarding the second criterion, most cities have interpreted it as a requirement that the City Council consider public comment about sequencing.

After complying with the statutory criteria, sequencing of elections in the finally adopted new districting plan is at the discretion of the City Council. Cities commonly consider:
a.) Completion of the terms of Council Members elected at-large. For example, a Council Member whose term ends in 2028 serves out the full four-year term even if that member resides in the same district as a Council Member whose term ends in 2026 and that district is on the 2026 ballot. b.) Scheduling elections in a particular district based on the expiration of the term of office of the Council Member who resides in the district. For example, a district in which a Council Member resides with a term ending in 2026 could be placed on the ballot in 2026. A district in which two Council Members reside with respective terms ending in 2026 and in 2028 could be placed on the ballot in 2026 or 2028.

1. If in 2026, see subparagraph (a), above. Of course, the Council Member with a term ending in 2028 could run in 2026 and resign from his at-large seat if elected. The City Council would then make an appointment to fill the remaining two years of that term.

2. If in 2028, the Council Member with a term ending in 2026 would be out of office after the 2026 elections and a seat without a resident Council Member would be placed on the ballot in 2026. c.) Scheduling elections in a district in which no current Council Member resides at the earlier election cycle consistent with maintaining the appropriate number of Council Members. For example, if a district has two Council Members with terms ending in 2026 and that district is assigned an election cycle starting with 2026, a district without a resident Council Member would also be placed on the ballot in 2026. If there are two districts without resident Council Members (for example, if two Council Members with terms ending in 2028 are also paired in the same district), then only one of those districts would be placed on the ballot in 2026.

To reiterate, the City Council considers options and assigns sequencing after selection of a districting plan for final adoption. The City Council has conducted the process of designing district boundaries without regard to the residences of Council Members to remain in compliance with the mandatory criterion which prohibits adoption of election district boundaries for the purpose of favoring or discriminating against an incumbent, political candidate, or political party.

The final action of the City Council to transition to district-based elections will be to adopt the Second Reading of the Ordinance on March 19, 2025.

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Council with deliberating and selecting a preferred district map. Council Member Rau and Walkingstick will present the attached presentation regarding Ranked Choice Voting prior to City Council deliberations.

OPTIONS
Other action related to this item.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact resulting from the fourth public hearing.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA:Not Applicable.

Attachments
Public comment
Public comment
Public comment
Revised PPT with Sequencing Slides
Maps 101-120
Map 121
Rank Choice Voting Presentation
Public Hearing 4 Presentation
Proposed Ordinance
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ORDINANCE 25-XXX

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

PACIFIC GROVE ESTABLISHING DISTRICT-BASED

ELECTIONS FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS BY AMENDING
PACIFIC GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 2 TO ADD A
NEW CHAPTER 2.70 (“DISTRICT-BASED ELECTIONS”),

ADOPTING A DISTRICT BOUNDARY MAP AND

ASSIGNING A SEQUENCE OF ELECTIONS FOR THE NEW

DISTRICTS

1. The City of Pacific Grove (“City”) is a California Charter City and municipal corporation, duly organized under the Constitution and laws of the State of California, and exercising its authority pursuant to California Constitution Article XI, Sections 5 and 7.

2. The City Council (“Council”) is the governing body of the City, and the Council is comprised of seven members, including the directly elected Mayor and six Councilmembers.

3. Prior to the adoption of this Ordinance, each member of Council (the Mayor and each of the six Councilmembers) was elected in at-large elections, in which each member of Council was elected by the registered voters of the entire City except for Councilmember Cynthia Garfield who was appointed by the City Council to fill the vacancy which resulted from the resignation of Councilmember Debby Beck.

4. The Mayor serves a two-year term and each Council Member serves a four-year term which are staggered such that three Council Members are elected in the Presidential elections year and three Council Members are elected in the Gubernatorial election year.

5. On August 23, 2024, the City received a certified letter (“Letter”) from the District 12 Director of the League of United Latin American Citizens (“LULAC”). The Letter formally requested the City to transition from at-large to district-based elections to comply with the California Voting Rights Act (“CVRA”) and states their belief that the City’s at-large system dilutes minority voting strength potentially violating the CVRA and the Letter urges the City to avoid potential litigation, which has proven costly for municipalities and that transitioning voluntarily allows the City to maintain control over the districting process and engage the community meaningfully.

6. A violation of the CVRA may be established if it is shown that racially polarized voting has combined with an at-large voting system to impair the ability of a protected class of voters to elect candidates of its choice or to influence the outcome of an election (Elections Code § 14027).

7. The Letter received by the City did not include an assertion that racially polarized voting occurred in the City or any evidence to support such a claim, nor, at this time, is the City itself aware of any such evidence.

8. The City denies that its election system violates the CVRA or any other provision of law and asserts that City’s election system is legal in all respects.

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9. The CVRA applies only to at-large electoral systems and thus favors district-based electoral systems, as defined (Elections Code § 14026(b)), which are not subject to attack under the CVRA, even if there is racially polarized voting in the districts.

10. The City has broad constitutional “home rule” authority under California Constitution Article XI, Section 5, which includes the authority to adopt ordinances related to the conduct of elections, thus the City can transition to district-based elections even if there is no violation of the CVRA.

11. The California Legislature in Elections Code § 10010 has provided a method whereby a jurisdiction can expeditiously transition to a district-based election system and thereby protect itself against the high cost of litigation under the CVRA.

12. California Government Code § 34886 provides additional protection by authorizing the legislative body of a city, under certain circumstances and without a vote, to adopt an ordinance to change its method of election from an at-large system to a district-based system in which either (a) each council member is elected only by the voters in the district in which the candidate resides, or (b) all council members except the mayor are elected by district and the mayor is elected by a city-wide vote.

13. The CVRA, Elections Code § 10010 and Government Code § 34886 are General Laws of the State of California and Article 8 of the Charter of the City of Pacific Grove requires the City’s General municipal elections to be held pursuant to the provisions of the General Laws of the State of California

14. One of the purposes of the CVRA and Elections Code § 10010 is to encourage the election of the governing body of a jurisdiction on a by-district basis, such that the voters of each district elect one of the district’s own residents to be its representative on the governing body, thus protecting the jurisdiction from CVRA litigation.

15. Another purpose of California Elections Code § 10010 is to prohibit CVRA litigation and place a cap on the recovery of attorneys’ fees associated with a CVRA claim, if, within forty-five (45) days of receipt of a claim under the CVRA by certified letter, the City adopts a resolution stating its intent to transition to district-based elections, and, within ninety (90) days thereafter (or as otherwise stipulated by the parties), the City adopts an ordinance transitioning to a district-based election system consistent with the intent and purpose of the CVRA.

16. Pursuant to California Government Code § 34886, it is declared the change in the method of electing Council Members made by this Ordinance is in furtherance of the purposes of the CVRA and to continue to implement the guarantees of California Constitution Article I, Section 7, and Article II, Section 2, as set forth in Section 14031 of the CVRA, and to protect the City from potential liability under the CVRA.

17. The City Council has determined that the public interest is better served by initiating a process for transition to a district-based election system and thereby avoiding the high costs associated with defending a lawsuit under the CVRA.

18. At its regular meeting on October 2, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 24- 042 outlining its intention to transition from at-large to district-based elections for the six Council Members, pursuant to Elections Code Section 10010.

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19. At its regular meetings on November 20, 2024 and December 18, 2024, consistent with the provisions of California Elections Code § 10010, the City Council held two public hearings over a period of no more than thirty days, at which the public was invited to provide input regarding the composition of the districts before drawing a draft map or maps of the proposed boundaries of the districts.

20. On January 8, 2025 staff conducted a “community workshop” format meeting to educate residents on how to use map-drawing tools provided by the City’s consultant to facilitate drawing draft districting maps by members of the public.

21. The community was encouraged to submit proposed maps by January 24, 2025, for consideration at a public hearing on February 5, 2024, public hearing.

22. In accordance with Elections Code section 21130(b)(1), on January 24, 2025, the City posted on its districting webpage a report disclosing that it is not possible to create an election district or districts in which a minority group is sufficiently large and geographically compact to constitute a majority in a single-member district, as set forth in Thornburg v. Gingles (1986) 478 U.S. 30.

23. The City received 20 draft maps prepared by members of the public and the City’s consultant which were timely posted on the City’s redistricting webpage.

24. On February 5, 2025, the City Council held a public hearing to discuss all 20 maps and the City Council selected Maps 101, 108, 109, 118 and 119 for additional consideration.

25. After the February 5, 2025 public hearing, the City received one additional draft map from a member of the public and timely posted that new map.

26. The City held a second public hearing on the draft maps on March 5, 2025 with special focus on draft Maps 101, 108, 109, 118, and 119, and after the public hearing the City council selected draft Map 101 as the City’s new districting map for implementation of district-based elections.

27. Draft Map 101 complies with all legal requirements under the Constitutions of the United States and the State of California, the federal Voting Rights Act, and California Elections Code § 21130.

28. After the March 5, 2025 public hearing and selection of draft Map 101, the City Council considered options for the sequencing of elections in the new districts in accordance with California Elections Code § 10010(b), established a sequencing of elections in the districts in draft Map 101, and voted to introduce for a first reading and approval this Ordinance to establish bydistrict elections in six (6) single-member districts, as reflected in Exhibit A to this Ordinance.

29. Throughout the public hearing process related to the City’s transition from an at-large to a district-based election system, the City engaged in a significant amount of public outreach and engagement in addition to the public hearings, including public notices, news releases, social medial posts, a community map drawing workshop, consistent updates to the City’s districting webpage, advertisement in the City Manager’s Report Newsletter, and other public outreach activities.

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30. This Ordinance is intended to provide for the district-based election of six Council Members of the City of Pacific Grove by-district in six single-member districts while retaining a directly elected office of Mayor, pursuant to Articles 8 and 11 of the Charter of the City of Pacific Grove and California Government Code § 34886.

31. The City Council has considered all information related to this matter, as presented at the public meetings of the City Council identified herein, including reports by City staff and all information provided during public meetings.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council hereby finds that the facts set forth in the recitals to this Ordinance are true and correct and establish the factual basis for the City Council’s adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 2. Adoption. Pacific Grove Municipal Code Title 2 is hereby amended by adoption of Chapter 2.70 as set forth in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Accordingly, the City Council hereby authorizes and directs the codifier to: (A) amend the Table of Contents for Pacific Grove Municipal Code Title 2 to add the reference to Chapter 2.70 “DistrictBased Elections”; and (B) create a Table of Contents for Pacific Grove Municipal Code Chapter 2.70 to identify each of the Sections of Chapter 2.70, as set forth in this Ordinance.

SECTION 3. District Boundary Map. The City Council hereby approves the district boundary map identified as Map 101 for the district-based election system for six City Council Members as set forth in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference (Map 101 is attached to and incorporated into Exhibit “A” as Exhibit 1 and shall hereinafter be called, “City of Pacific Grove City Council District Map”.).

SECTION 4. Implementation. If necessary to facilitate the implementation of this Ordinance, the City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager, or his or her designee, to make technical adjustments to the district boundaries adopted in this Ordinance that do not substantively affect the populations in the districts, the eligibility of candidates, or the residence of elected officials within any district. The City Manager shall consult with the City Attorney concerning any technical adjustments deemed necessary and shall advise the City Council of any such adjustments required in the implementation of the districts.

SECTION 5. CEQA. The City Council finds that the actions authorized by this Ordinance are not subject to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15061(b)(3) since the actions will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

SECTION 6: Severability. If any section, sub-section, subdivision, paragraph, clause or phrase in this Ordinance, or any part thereof, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections or portions of this Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, sub-section, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, PGCC 3-19-25

clause, or phrase of this Ordinance, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases may be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 7: Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days following adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE this ______ day of ______________, ______, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED
_______________________________
NICK SMITH, Mayor
ATTEST:

DATED: __________________________
___________________________________
SANDRA KANDELL, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________________
BRIAN J. PIERIK, City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
CHAPTER 2.70

DISTRICT-BASED ELECTIONS

2.70.010 District-Based Elections for six Councilmembers.

Pursuant to Government Code § 34886, the six (6) members of the City Council of the City of Pacific Grove shall be elected by-district in separate single-member districts. a) Members of City Council shall be elected in the electoral districts established by Section

2.70.020 of this Chapter, as may be subsequently reapportioned as provided by law.

Elections shall take place “by-district” as that term is defined in California Government Code § 34871, meaning one member of the City Council shall be elected from each district, by the voters of that district alone.
b) Except as provided in subdivision (c) of this section, the Council Member elected to represent a district must reside in that district and be a registered voter in that district, and any candidate for City Council must live in, and be a registered voter in the district in which he or she seeks election at the time nomination papers are issued, pursuant to California Government Code § 34882 and Elections Code § 10227. Termination of residency in a district by a Council Member shall create an immediate vacancy for that Council district unless a substitute residence within the district is established within thirty (30) days after the termination of residency.
c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the Members of the City Council in office at the time the Ordinance codified in this chapter takes effect shall continue in office until the expiration of the full term to which elected and until a successor is qualified. Midterm vacancies in a City Council seat elected at-large shall be filled from the City at-large.

At the end of the term of each Council Member elected at-large that Council Member’s successor shall be elected by-district in the districts established in Section 2.70.020.

Section 2.70.020 – City Council Districts and District Election Sequence.

The six (6) members of the City Council of the City of Pacific Grove shall be elected “by-district” in the districts shown and numbered on the map titled “City of Pacific Grove City Council District Map”, attached hereto as Exhibit 1 and incorporated herein by this reference, a copy of which shall be on file at all times in the City Clerk’s office.

In 2026 and every four (4) years thereafter, the following three (3) City Council districts shall be elected by-district at the general municipal election: District One (1), District Three (3), and District Five (5). In 2028, and every four (4) years thereafter, the following three (3) City Council districts shall be elected by-district at the general municipal election: District Two (2), District Four (4), and District Six (6).

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Section 2.70.030 – Adjustment of District Boundaries.

Pursuant to Elections Code § 21621, as it may be amended from time to time, the City Council shall adjust the boundaries of any or all of the City Council Districts following each decennial federal census to ensure that the districts comply with all applicable provisions of law.

Section 2.70.040 – Vacancies.

Any mid-term vacancy in a City Council district shall be filled in accordance with Section 12 of the Charter of the City of Pacific Grove, only by an eligible resident of the district.

Section 2.70.050 – Directly-elected Mayor.

The Mayor of the City of Pacific Grove shall continue to be directly elected by the voters of the City as set forth in Section 11 of the Charter of the City of Pacific Grove.

Section 2.70.050 – Effective Date.

This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty (30) days following its adoption in accordance with law.

Section 2.70.060 – Severability.

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such a decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Pacific Grove hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact any one or more sections, subsections, clauses, or phrases be declared invalid.

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5 3
4 6
2 1
Lovers Point
Park
Pacific Grove
Golf Links
Asilomar State
Beach
George
Washington Park Hopkins Marine
Station Stanford
Shoreline Park
Berwick Park
Arnett Park
Espalade Park
Caledonia Park
Tennis Cts
Chase Park
Jewell Park
The Inn and
Links at Spanish
Bay
Higgins Park
Point Pinos
Lighthouse
Cypress
Ave
Walnut
St
Cedar St
S
e
vente
en Mile
Dr
Del Monte
Blvd
David Ave Ransford
Ave
Marino Pines Rd
Sinex Ave
Montecito Ave
Buena Vista Ave
Presidio Blvd
Pied
m
o
nt Ave
Patterson
Ln
Heacock Ave
Dennett St
Grove
Acre
Ave
Asilomar Ave
Jewell Ave
Crocker Av
e
Lighthouse Ave
Junipero Ave
1st St
Rosemont Ave
19th
St
Fountain Ave
13th
St
Carmel Ave
12th
St
Eardley Ave
8th
St
National Demographics Corporation, March 6, 2025
Perkins
Park
Pacific Grove 2025 Districting
Numbered
Election Sequence:
2026 Election: Districts 1, 3, 5
2028 Election: Districts 2, 4, 6
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101 Numbered
District 1
Total Pop 2,443
Deviation from ideal -78
% Deviation -3.09%
% Hisp 10.8%
% NH White 77%
% NH Black 2%
% Asian-American 6%
Total 1,941
% Hisp 4%
% NH White 88%
% NH Black 3%
% Asian/Pac.Isl. 5%
Total 1,919
% Latino est. 7%
% Spanish-Surnamed 6%
% Asian-Surnamed 2%
% Filipino-Surnamed 1%
% NH White est. 76%
% NH Black 14%
Total 1,347
% Latino est. 6%
% Spanish-Surnamed 5%
% Asian-Surnamed 1%
% Filipino-Surnamed 1%
% NH White est. 77%
% NH Black 14%
Total 1,814
% Latino est. 6%
% Spanish-Surnamed 6%
% Asian-Surnamed 2%
% Filipino-Surnamed 1%
% NH White est. 77%
% NH Black est. 2%
ACS Pop. Est. Total 2,357
age0-19 11%
age20-60 40%
age60plus 48%
immigrants 13%
naturalized 64%
english 86%
spanish 3%
asian-lang 4%
other lang 7%
Language Fluency Speaks Eng. "Less than Very Well" 4%
hs-grad 37%
bachelor 34%
graduatedegree 25%
Child in Household child-under18 10%
Pct of Pop. Age 16+ employed 53%
income 0-25k 11%
income 25-50k 15%
income 50-75k 15%
income 75-200k 37%
income 200k-plus 23%
single family 66%
multi-family 34%
rented 54%
owned 46%
Total population data from the 2020 Decennial Census.

Surname-based Voter Registration and Turnout data from the California Statewide Database.

Latino voter registration and turnout data are Spanish-surname counts adjusted using Census Population Department undercount estimates. NH White and NH Black registration and turnout counts estimated by NDC. Citizen Voting Age Pop., Age, Immigration, and other demographics from the 2018-2022 5-year American Community Survey and Special Tabulation data. 2 2,559
38 1.51%
13%
73%
1%
9%
1,892
7%
84%
2%
6%
1,737
7%
6%
2%
1%
87%
2%
1,225
6%
5%
2%
1%
88%
2%
1,577
7%
7%
2%
1%
88%
2%
2,292
18%
43%
40%
14%
74%
87%
2%
5%
7%
3%
39%
33%
25%
19%
52%
11%
14%
17%
39%
19%
67%
33%
48%
52%
3 2,385
-136
-5.39%
15%
71%
2%
7%
2,060
7%
84%
1%
7%
1,618
10%
9%
3%
2%
82%
2%
1,135
8%
7%
2%
2%
85%
2%
1,518
8%
8%
2%
2%
84%
2%
2,642
15%
52%
33%
12%
52%
86%
4%
4%
6%
1%
34%
26%
36%
16%
59%
10%
10%
16%
44%
19%
65%
35%
60%
40%
4 2,564
43 1.71%
12%
75%
1%
8%
1,953
10%
81%
1%
6%
1,856
7%
7%
3%
1%
88%
1%
1,351
6%
5%
2%
1%
89%
1%
1,701
6%
6%
2%
1%
89%
1%
2,532
19%
48%
34%
12%
55%
87%
2%
5%
6%
1%
36%
29%
33%
21%
57%
11%
8%
16%
43%
21%
78%
22%
49%
51%
5 2,585
64 2.54%
22%
60%
2%
12%
2,000
23%
66%
1%
9%
1,669
12%
10%
5%
1%
83%
0%
1,102
10%
9%
4%
1%
85%
0%
1,478
12%
11%
3%
1%
84%
0%
2,696
23%
56%
22%
14%
81%
72%
13%
2%
12%
4%
45%
21%
24%
28%
60%
6%
14%
17%
47%
17%
65%
35%
50%
50%
6 2,589
68 2.70%
14%
68%
3%
11%
1,964
12%
78%
1%
9%
1,710
11%
10%
4%
1%
84%
0%
1,149
9%
8%
3%
1%
86%
1%
1,527
7%
7%
5%
1%
86%
1%
2,584
21%
41%
37%
14%
79%
79%
8%
2%
10%
4%
40%
30%
25%
24%
45%
6%
12%
11%
52%
18%
66%
34%
42%
58%
Total
15,125
204

8.09%
14%
71%
2%
9%
11,809
11%
80%
2%
7%
10,509
9%
8%
3%
1%
83%
3%
7,310
7%
7%
3%
1%
85%
3%
9,615
8%
7%
3%
1%
84%
1%
15,105
18%
47%
35%
13%
68%
83%
5%
4%
8%
3%
38%
29%
28%
19%
54%
9%
12%
15%
44%
20%
68%
32%
51%
49%
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Citizen Voting Age Pop
Voter Registration
(Nov 2022)
Voter Turnout
(Nov 2022)
Voter Turnout
(Nov 2020)
Age
Immigration
Language spoken at home
Education
(among those age 25+)
Household Income
Housing Stats
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REPORT ON BASIS FOR DECISIONS PURSUANT
TO ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 21130
(References are to Subdivisions of Section 21130)
NO Reference REQUIREMENT/CRITERIA BASIS
1 (a) Districts substantially equal in
population (variation less than
10%)
Map 101 has a maximum population
deviation of 8.09%
2 (b)(1) Determine whether it is possible
to create a district in which a
minority group is sufficiently
large and geographically compact
to constitute a majority in a
single-member district
As posted on the City’s website on January
24, 2025, it is not possible to create a district
in the City of Pacific Grove in which a
minority group is sufficiently large and
geographically compact to constitute a
majority in a single-member district.
3 (c)(1) Districts shall be geographically
contiguous
The Districts in Map 101 are geographically
contiguous
4 (c)(2) Local communities of interest
must be respected
Map 101 does respect local communities of
interest as defined in Section 21130 (c)(2)
including, but not limited to, observing school
district attendance area boundaries along
Sinex, providing representation for the coastal
area in multiple districts in accordance with
public comment, uniting the George
Washington Park community, uniting each of
the Del Monte (population: 2,800) and Town
Center (population: 4,427) neighborhoods as
much as possible within the maximumpopulation requirements when the ideal district population is 2,521; keeping the
Forest Grove HOA intact; uniting the
neighborhood around the Butterfly Sanctuary,
and uniting each of the following
neighborhoods: Second Addition, Beach
Tract, Asilomar, Pacific Grove Acres, Glen,
Country Club Gate, and Country Club
Heights. Some of the coastal Retreat
neighborhood is in District 1 with the rest of
the coastal community neighborhoods,
however there was public comment in favor
of having multiple representatives for the
coast and the entire coastal community is
larger than the population of one district, so
part of Retreat is in District 1 and the rest is in
District 3 (the other coastal district).
5 (c)(3) The geographical integrity of the
City shall be respected in a
manner that minimizes its
division.

This criterion does not apply to a city.
6 (c)(4) District shall be bounded by
natural and artificial barriers, by
Map 101 satisfies this criterion by following
natural and artificial barriers, which include,
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streets, or by boundaries of the
local jurisdiction
but are not limited to, Lighthouse Avenue and
Sinex Avenue and the three coastal areas. As
requested in public comment, the districts
follow the same major roads as the school
district trustee area boundaries whenever
possible, including Carmel Avenue,
Lighthouse Avenue, Walnut Street, Sinex
Avenue, and Sunset Drive. Where that was
not possible due to higher-ranked criteria
requirements, “to the maximum extent
practicable” the boundaries of the adopted
districts follow other easily-recognized roads:

Jewell Avenue, 13th Street, Ocean View
Boulevard, Cedar Street (south of Sinex), and
David Avenue. The only border that follows
smaller streets is the boundary between
districts 5 and 6. The streets, however, are
recognizable.
7 (c)(5) Geographic Compactness The six districts in Map 101 are geographically compact. The shape of District
5 unites the Glenn Neighborhood while
following Census geography.
8 (d) District boundaries shall not favor
or discriminate against an
incumbent, political candidate, or
political party.

The District boundaries in Map 101 do not
favor or discriminate against an incumbent,
political candidate, or political party. The map
was drawn with no knowledge of where any
of the current councilmembers or political
candidates reside. The two incumbents who
end up together in District 1, with one living
along Ocean View Boulevard and the other
living north of Lighthouse, and the two
incumbents who end up in District 6 both live
on the south side of David Avenue.
9 (e) District boundaries may not use
any criterion that is prioritized
over the criteria in subdivision (c)
or that conflicts with the
requirements of subdivisions (a)
to (d)
The District boundaries in Map 101 do not
use any criterion that is prioritized over the
criteria in subdivision (c) or that conflicts
with the requirements of subdivisions (a) to
(d)
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Agenda No. 11 B

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: George Fuerst, Environmental Program Manager
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Tree Appeal 105 20th Street
CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION

1. Hold a de novo public hearing for tree removal permit application #24-176.

2. Uphold the decision of the City Arborist denying the removal of two (2) Palm trees located at 105 20th Street.

DISCUSSION
On September 30, 2024, the City received an application, submitted by the property owner, to remove two (2) Palm trees located at 105 20th Street, tree permit application #24-176 (attachment 1). The application stated the reason for the removal request was “very sharp palm fronds falling on pedestrians and vehicles.” The applicant provided an arborist report (attachment 2) which identified the Palm trees as Washingtonia filifera and described them to be in fair condition with an abundance of retained dried fronds and not recently maintained.

The provided arborist report recommended: 1. Removal, 2. Pruning/thinning if removal is not authorized, 3. Monitoring after tree work and abnormal weather.

The removal request was not approved by the City as staff assessed that the trees are healthy and risk can be mitigated with proper maintenance. The City agrees with recommendation #2 in the provided arborist report, that proper maintenance should be administered. Trees such as the subject trees meet the general findings of the City per Municipal Code section

12.10.020: They provide stormwater benefits, habitat for wildlife, provide protections from climate extremes, improve overall human health, and help the City meet canopy goals. They are part of the ecosystem in the neighborhood.

The City Arborist’s decision to deny the permit for removal was appealed by the property owner and heard before the Beautification and Natural Resource Committee (BNRC) on January 21, 2025. The BNRC voted 5-1 (with 1 commissioner absent) to deny the appeal and uphold the City Arborist’s decision to not permit removal of the subject trees.

CONCLUSION
The applicant/appellant has not demonstrated sufficient findings to warrant the removal of the two (2) Palm trees in accordance with the Municipal Code, and the City does not have justification to allow removal. Therefore, the City recommends retention and proper maintenance of the trees.

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Staff recommends that City Council deny the appeal of Tree Permit Application 24-176 and uphold the decision of the City Arborist to not permit the removal of two (2) Palm trees located at 105 20th Street.

OPTIONS
Approve the appeal and allow the trees in question to be removed. This action is not recommended as sufficient findings have not been provided to justify removal per the City Code, as noted above.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Not Applicable.

Attachments
application
provided aborist report
appeal
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Agenda No. 11 C

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Daniel Gho, Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: David Avenue Street Rehabilitation – Award of Contract and Budget Modification
CEQA: Categorical Exemption, CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Class I, Existing Facilities

RECOMMENDATION
Request the City Attorney to read the title of the Proposed Ordinance Amending the Operating and Capital Projects Budget for FY24/25

1. 2. Motion to waive further reading of the ordinance.

Introduce and hold the first reading of the Proposed Ordinance Amending the Operating and Capital Projects Budget for FY24/25

3. 4. Direct a summary of a proposed Ordinance to be published as approved by the City Attorney.

Authorize Agreement with Monterey Peninsula Engineering (MPE) for the David Ave Street Rehabilitation project, which includes replacement of sewer infrastructure, for an amount not to exceed $480,560 plus a 15% contingency.

5. DISCUSSION
As an element of the FY22/23 Capital Improvement Plan, the City Council a project to address the deteriorating pavement conditions on David Avenue from Devisadero Ave to Forest Ave. This segment of roadway is currently in "poor " condition with a Pavement Condition Index rating of 48. This segment serves as a main arterial in and out of the City and provides access to local schools, neighborhoods and commercial/shopping areas.

The northbound lane poses a constant repair problem for Public Works Crews. Chunks of pavement are frequently dislodged from the road creating potholes and road hazards. The underground moisture and heavy traffic volumes further deteriorate road conditions. Public Works maintenance crews regularly perform hot mix patches on this segment of roadway, this merely serves as a temporary fix and is not a long-term solution; rehabilitation is needed.

Engineering Process:

During the engineering phase, underground infrastructure was CCTV videoed to assess existing conditions. It was anticipated, based on the age of the lines and construction records, that some of the segments of the sewer infrastructure would need to be replaced. As such, the project budget included Sewer Enterprise Funds to address this anticipated need.

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While videoing, staff discovered that the sewer lines on David Avenue are in a deteriorated state and in need of replacement, from Devisadero to Forest Ave. 350 linear feet of deteriorated sanitary sewer main will be replaced and upsized from 6” vitrified clay pipe to 8” PVC.

Competitive Bidding:

Process Construction documents were completed in January of 2025 and a request for proposals was issued. On February 20, 2025 the bid period closed. Seven (7) bids were received:

Contractor Base Bid
Monterey Peninsula Engineering $480,560
Coastal Paving & Excavating $530,910
Precision Grade $563,195
Graniterock Company $594,740
Tri-Valley Excavating Co., Inc. $688,278
The Don Chapin Co., Inc. $706,165
JMS Cement Contractors Inc. $708,510
Monterey Peninsula Engineering (MPE) has been qualified as the lowest, responsible bidder. MPE is well qualified to perform this work and has successfully completed several paving and sewer projects for the City.

Scope of Work:

The scope of work for the FY24/25 David Avenue Street Rehabilitation Project bid includes:

Reconstruction of 18,600 SF of deteriorated pavement
Reconstruction of 400 SF of sidewalk
Construction of 60 LF of curb and gutter
Replacement of 350 LF of sewer main line
Construct 760 LF of 5’ wide AC Walkway, from David sidewalk to Forest curb ramp Construct 2,600 LF of 8’ wide AC Walkway, From David sidewalk, through the park to Morse Drive
Construction Schedule:

Following contract execution, a pre-construction meeting will be held to determine a project schedule.

The City has obtained the necessary permits from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) as Caltrans operates the adjoining road segment, State Route 68, and the signal light at this intersection. As part of the project, the City will be removing and replacing Caltrans traffic loops that control the signal.

This project has numerous components, so coordination with Caltrans, the contractor, and the City will be crucial for the project's success. To ensure this success, it is anticipated that this section of David Avenue, from Seaview to Forest, will be closed during the sewer, storm drain, and resurfacing portions of the project.

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When a schedule is developed with the Contractor and Caltrans, City staff will communicate this to the public through social media, the City Manager’s Summary, and at City Council, Boards and Commission meetings. We will also alert the City of Monterey’s Public Works team so they are aware of the closures and the work schedule.

Agreement & Timing
The standard CJPIA and City Attorney’s Office approved construction agreement template will be harnessed. The agreement will not be routed until after the second read of the Ordinance is adopted formally authorizing the funds.

OPTIONS
Do not approve the project
FINANCIAL IMPACT:

The project was initially funded with a $400,000 budget from Measure X.

During engineering, CCTV inspections of the underground sewer infrastructure revealed the need for sewer rehabilitation. To protect the longevity of the roadway investment, staff requested—and the City Council approved—an additional $156,000 in Sewer Funding to address the deteriorated infrastructure.

As part of the mid-year budget process, following the standard practice at the time, the Measure X budget was reduced to $266,157 to align with anticipated expenditures for that year, with the intent to restore the original budget in a future fiscal year. However, due to delays in obtaining required permits from Caltrans, staff deferred the budget adjustment until actual project costs could be determined through the competitive bid process, which has now concluded.

Staff is now requesting an additional $267,000 to cover construction, contingency, and any remaining in-field engineering and construction management needs.

Fund Current Budget Proposed Amendment Total
17, Measure X $266,157 $267,000 $533,157
76, Sewer Fund $156,000 N/A $156,000
Total $689,157
To date, $59,364.51 has been spent on engineering.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Infrastructure
Attachments
Budget Amendment
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ORDINANCE NO. xx-xxx

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE

AMENDING THE OPERATING AND CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2024-25
FACTS

1. The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget on June 19, 2024.

2. It is customary to amend the budget to adjust revenues and expenditures to reflect updated information since the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget.

3. The City Manager is recommending amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget to reflect the City Council goals for the fiscal year budget.

4. The Council has determined it is appropriate to amend the approved budget for FY 2024-25 to increase the Measure X funding allocation to the Davide Avenue Street Rehabilitation Project (CIP23-03) by $267,000 to allow for the rehabilitation of deteriorated road and sewer infrastructure.

5. Pursuant to Charter Article 15, an amendment of the budget must be approved by ordinance.

6. A summary of the Ordinance, approved by the City Attorney, was published on ___________.

7. In the enactment of this ordinance, the City followed the guidelines adopted by the State of California and published in the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000, et seq.

8. Enactment of this ordinance action does not constitute a “project” as defined by California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 because it is an organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The foregoing facts are adopted as findings of the City Council as set forth fully within the body of this ordinance.

SECTION 2. The expenditure budget for the following funds is amended, as stated herein, which by this reference are incorporated as set forth in its entirety.

Expenditures Increase / Decrease
17 Measure X $(267,000)
SECTION 3. The Fiscal Year 2024/25 estimated fund balances based on this adjustment, are referenced herein:

Fund Beginning Fund
Balance
Revenue FY 24/25 Expenditures
FY 24/25
Preliminary Estimated
Ending Fund Balance
17 $1,036,890 $788,815 $1,197,000 $628,705
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SECTION 4. The David Avenue Street Rehabilitation Project (CIP23-03) is funded from two funding sources, Measure X and the Sewer Fund, as noted below. This budget amendment authorizes an additional $267,000 from Measure X to amend the budget as follows:

Fund Funding Source Approved Budget Proposed
Amendments
TOTALS
17 Measure X $266,157 $267,000 $533,157
76 Sewer $156,000 N/A $156,000
PROJECT TOTAL $689,157
SECTION5. In accord with Article 15 of the City Charter, this ordinance shall become effective upon adoption hereof.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE this 19th day of March, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:
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NICK SMITH, Mayor
ATTEST:
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SANDRA KANDELL, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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BRIAN A. PIERIK, City Attorney
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Agenda No. 12 A

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Joe Amelio, Councilmember
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Sound Amplification under AB Sales 23.64.290(d)(1)(B) CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
Modify Pacific Grove Municipal Code Section 23.64.290(d)(1)(B) as noted in the code, to read "Amplified and unamplified music and entertainment are allowed indoors and outdoors, and shall not generate noise in excess of 80 decibles (DB)..."

1. Direct the City Attorney to return to Council with an ordinance to modify Pacific Grove Municipal Code Section 23.64.290 and other sections of the Pacific Grove Municipal Code as it pertains to sound amplification.

2. 3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

DISCUSSION
70 DB is a normal conversation. 80 DB is a conversation in a restaurant. 100 DB is an ambulance siren.

Music thrives where people congregate, especially in walkable locations such as Pacific Grove Downtown and its restaurants.

One area of Pacific Grove downtown holds First Fridays of the month that have live music throughout downtown which is much louder than 80 DB. (90-95 DB is as loud as motorcycles and a car horn.) Walkability contributes to a successful music district,” says Kate Durio, CEO of North America for Sound Diplomacy, a consulting firm. “Music culture tends to thrive where people are. You want people to be able to stumble across live music.”
Communities benefit from a music scene, and vice-versa. “Strong culture is as important as walkability, and good street frontage."
Music is about fellowship and bringing people together whether listening or eating at an establishment.

The music economy tends to develop spontaneously to a degree, but many cities are discovering that music is worth thinking about and investing in. This is a bottom-up method of growing the economy.

Conventional economic development is about attracting businesses from far away, but “Growing the music industry is 100 percent local,” says Durio. It also adds to quality of life, which can attract a PGCC 3-19-25

music industry is 100 percent local,” says Durio. It also adds to quality of life, which can attract a talented workforce.

OPTIONS
Provide alternate direction.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None.

GOAL ALIGNMENT: Not Applicable.

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Agenda No. 12 B

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Robert Perrault, Consultant
MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: WorkPlan for FY 25-26/26-27, Finalization of Policy Statements and Goals and authorize release to the General Public
CEQA: Does not constitute a Project per California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15378

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the Council approve/modify the Proposed Policy Statements and Goals for Release to the Public for Comment.

DISCUSSION
The Council initiated the workplan that will guide the development of the FY 25-26/26/27 Budget with the approval of the process at the Council meeting held on February 26th. Once completed, the workplan will consist of selected Focus Areas and Policy Statements and Goals in Support of the Focus Areas. Through the development Budget staff will develop milestone projects that will ensure the goals in the workplan are carried out. The completed workplan will then be reviewed on an ongoing basis to measure its progress during the budget cycle.

In preparation for workplan development, the Council received a Status report on the current Workplan, a review of the challenges and opportunities facing each City department and on March 5th, the Council received the Mid-year Financial Report that detailed the expenditures and revenues at the halfway point of the current fiscal year. The Council also received a summary of the input provided by the City's Board, Commission, Committees, and Task Force for consideration in the development of the Council's goals strategies that will be developed following establishment of the goals.

During the Council meeting of the 5th, I requested the Council identify four Focus Areas for to be used in the workplan for the upcoming two-year budget cycle. The following four Focus Areas identified by the Council included the following:

Infrastructure
Fiscal Sustainability
Environmental Stewardship
Community Development
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and goals be specific, achievable, and measurable. This assignment was to be returned to me and the City Manager by the end of the end of the work day on March 12th. All Council members completed the assignment. In reviewing the submittals, I found several that contained comparable themes and similarities. Based on the submittals and a review of the Boards, Committees and Commission submittals, I have developed the attached list of Policy Statements and Goals by Focus Area for further discussion. In drafting the Policies and Goal Statements, I tried to capture the primary themes and similar perspectives shared by the Council. I also attempted a phrasing that reflects the need to be specific, easy to understand, and achievable. In reviewing the listing, please be aware that collectively, these goals will likely be achievable with the resources the City currently possesses.

The attached list is meant to serve as a means of initiating discussion. It is hoped the Council will review the list, modify it as necessary, and once finalized, authorize its release for public comment.

During the meeting to be held on April 2, 2025, I will review with the Council any public comment received and ask the Council to provide direction to staff to use the Focus Areas, Policy Statements, and Goals to guide the development of the budget. During the budget process, staff will be requested to identify milestone projects that will carry out the finalized Workplan.

OPTIONS
The Council could modify this list as presented.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no direct impact associated with continuing the development of the Workplan. However, completion of this process will guide the development of the Budget over the next two years.

FOCUSED PRIORITY AREA: Not Applicable.

Attachments
1 - Recommended Policy Statements and Goals
2 - BCC Input for CC Goals 2025-27
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ATTACHMENT #1
Recommended Policy Value Statements and Goals by Focus Area Financial Sustainability
Policy Value Statement: Pacific Grove manages its financial resources to ensure the long-term delivery of municipal services
Goal 1: Identify a program to reduce unfunded liabilities Goal 2: Review and revise reserve policies to meet equipment and facility requirements.

Infrastructure
Policy Value Statement: Pacific Grove prioritizes the provision of facility, human, and technology infrastructure that enhances the quality of life for residents and businesses Goal 1: Complete a five-year capital improvement program to address the completion of priority facility projects (sidewalks, streets, water, wastewater, and parks) Goal 2: Invest in technology and workforce systems
Environmental Stewardship
Policy Value Statement: Pacific cares for and protects its natural resources and amenities Goal 1: Complete the Climate Action Plan
Goal 2: Complete the George Washington Management Program Community Development
Policy Value Statement: Pacific Grove strategically implements programs to promote housing and economic opportunities.

Goal 1: Explore options for housing project and partner opportunities Goal 2: Review Planning and Permit processes to ensure barriers to housing and business development are eliminated.

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Board, Commission and Committee Input
for 2025-27 City Council Community Goals Development
Architectural Review Board
 Design Guidelines for all commercial/Downtown districts  Focus on community pathways of travel, specifically pedestrian and intersection safety.

Beautification and Natural Resources Commission
 Complete the update of the 1999 George Washington Park Plan with continued BNRC input.
 Increase tree canopy coverage: Plant trees, update canopy survey to determine current inventory.
 Protect Wildlife: Increase CSO Enforcement, Open space and habitats protection Task Force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
 Focused area: Community Services
Policy value statement: Pacific Grove recognizes and celebrates its heritage through a cultural stewardship
 Focused area: Community Services
Policy value statement: During challenging times Pacific Grove’s diverse communities are sustained by inclusive City services, resources, partnerships and opportunities to thrive
Economic Development Commission
 Support all businesses, including home occupation businesses in the City of Pacific Grove.
 Promote local business clusters such as an arts district.  Assist commercial property owners and representatives with filling vacancies through removing barriers.
 Market the unique City assets and culture, including historic structures and natural features, to attract visitors.

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Historic Resources Committee
 Prioritize the protection of the Historic Character of Pacific Grove by creating a Neighborhood Character List or Historic Districts.
 Authorize funding for the application/nomination of Chataqua Hall for the National Register of Historic Places and restoration/rehabilitation.  Continue the positive working relationship with staff and Council.

Library Board
 To promote the Library as a central venue for civic activities, establish a program to hold forums at the Library to discuss items of civic interest to the public, such as fire safety, by 12/31/25 and hold at least 4 forums in 2026.  Develop a detailed ADA transition plan (with priorities, schedules, and costs ) for the Library within 3 months of completion of the city-wide ADA facilities assessment.  Acquire an updated capacity for developing websites and make it available to departments, such as the Library, by December 25, 2025.

Planning Commission
 Develop a Complete Streets Policy
 Pursue LCP Amendments to protect the scenic vistas in the dunes area.  Initiate site selection for an affordable housing project.

Recreation Board
 Create a Recreation Needs Assessment to follow up the 2018 assessment done by Public Works.
 Increase of recreation programs for adults.
 Enhanced Parks and Open Space Planning.

Traffic Safety Commission
 Increase vehicle safety through traffic calming at problematic intersections  Increase bicycle safety through a bicycle masterplan, protected bike lanes, safe routes to school, and signage
 Increase pedestrian safety through equitable mobility access and adopting a Vision Zero plan to eliminate traffic fatalities and injuries.

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Agenda No. 12 C

CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE
300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Daniel Gho, Public Works Director/Deputy City Manager MEETING DATE: March 19, 2025
SUBJECT: Pacific Grove Cares Projects
CEQA: Categorical Exemption, CEQA Guidelines Section 15304, Class 4, Minor Alterations to Land

RECOMMENDATION
Approve Pacific Grove Cares to commence work on two landscape project sites, Caledonia Park by the Tommy Stillwell sign, and Chase Park West, and authorize staff to assist Pacific Grove Cares with the two projects.

DISCUSSION
The City of Pacific Grove has been approached by Pacific Grove Cares, regarding a potential plan to refresh portions of Caledonia and Chase Park. Pacific Grove Cares is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to restoring, maintaining, and improving the town's planted public landscape.

Pacific Grove Cares has two locations where they would like to perform demonstration projects to kick off their efforts, the west side of Chase Park, and Caledonia under the park sign.

Chase Park
Chase Park is divided into two parcels, one parcel is located on the corner of the parcel, and is the area between the street sidewalk and cement path, that is adjacent to the Sally Griffin Center and the Vista Point Apartments, and the other Parcel is at the intersection of 17th and Ocean View, on the east side above the main Lovers Point parking lot. The park serves as a connecting route from the Sally Griffin Center and the apartments to the recreation trail and Lovers Point.

The park on the east side of Ocean View is where the Praske’s Family donated their time and efforts to restore the landscaping, and Pacific Grove Cares would like to complete Chase Park and restore the west side. The project will consist of the removal of weeds and the trimming or removal of the aged plants. Additional there is a large Elm Tree that has poor structure that will be requested for removal.

The soil, where any replanting will occur, will have the soil amended and will be replanted with 1 and 5-gallon native plants, a planting plan is attached to this report. Drip Irrigation and an organic weed fabric blocker will be placed on the ground with bark that will match the east side of Chase Park. After the installation of the bark, new memorial benches will be installed.

Caledonia Park
Pacific Grove Cares has also developed a plan to enhance the landscaping on the corner of Central Avenue and Caledonia Street, which is where the Caledonia Park, Tommy Stillwell Court sign is. Like PGCC 3-19-25