Tuesday, March 19, 2024
4:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
SALINAS ROTUNDA
City Council
Mayor Kimbley Craig
Councilmembers:
Carla Viviana González, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2 Steve McShane, District 3 - Orlando Osornio, District 4 Andrew Sandoval, District 5 - Anthony Rocha, District 6 Jim Pia, Interim City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
March 19, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PROCLAMATION
National Community Development Week, April 1-5, 2024
PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES
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PUBLIC COMMENT TIME RESTRICTIONS
Public comments generally are limited to two minutes per speaker; the Mayor may further limit the time for public comments depending on the agenda schedule.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Receive public communications on items that are not on the agenda and that are in the City of Salinas’ subject matter jurisdiction. Comments on Consent, Consideration, and Closed session items should be held until the items are reached. The public may request that the legislative body consider adding an item for consideration on a future agenda. The public may comment on scheduled agenda items, including closed session items, as they are considered.
PRESENTATION
Councilmember comments on presentations are generally limited to three minutes.
ID#24-091
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March 19, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
Study
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ID#24-159 Appointment of City Manager and approval of an Employment Agreement Recommendation: Approve a Resolution appointing Rene L. Mendez as City Manager and approving an Employment Agreement.
ID#24-160 Employment Resolution for Interim City Manager Recommendation: Approve a Resolution regarding the employment terms with Interim City Manager Jim Pia.
ID#24-083
2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution accepting the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and authorizing its submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor's Office of Planning and Research as required by Government Code Section 65400(b).
ID#24-110
2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Visión Salinas 2040 Update
Recommendation: Approve a resolution accepting the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report (GP APR) and authorizing its submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR).
CONSIDERATION
ID#24-140
Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Salinas and Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Park Project
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Park Project and authorizing the Interim City Manager to enter into the MOU on behalf of the City of Salinas.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under Consent Agenda may be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or the public requests discussion or a separate vote.
ID#24-127
Minutes
Recommendation: Approve minutes of March 12, 2024.
ID#24-158 Financial Claims
Recommendation: Approve financial claims report.
ID#24-109 General Plan Amendment (GPA 2023-001), Rezone (RZ 2023-001), Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2022-059), Resubdivision (RS 2022-006), and Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 (MM 2022-019); to construct a 36-unit 100% affordable senior housing project located at 98 Kip Drive
March 19, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
Recommendation: Adopt an Ordinance rezoning a 0.85-acre portion of the 2.3-acre Subject Property located at 98 Kip Drive from Public/Semipublic (PS) to Residential High Density (R-H-2.1) (RZ 2023-001).
ID#24-112
Coalition of Homeless Services Providers Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program Round 4 Grant Application
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution approving the submission of a grant application for the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program Round 4 to the Coalition of Homeless Services Provides (CHSP) in the amount of $540,000 dollars and authorizing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute all required Agreements and other necessary documents to allow acceptance of an award and the implementation of the proposed project.
ID#24-129
Playground Repairs
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to enter into an Agreement with Miracle Playsystems and Ross Recreation for the purchase of playground equipment and labor to repair playground structures throughout the park system in an amount not to exceed $50,000 each.
ID#24-131
California Library Literacy Services ESL Literacy Grant Award Recommendation: Approve a Resolution accepting the California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) grant awards for FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26 in the amount of $131,697 in support of ESL Adult Literacy, and authorize execution of all grant acceptance documents with the California State Library.
ID#24-135
Salinas Business Park, LLC, Ground Lease Agreement for 1341 Mercer Way
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of the Ground Lease between the City and Salinas Business Park, LLC, for the property located at 1341 Mercer Way identified as APN 003-862-001-000, at the Salinas Municipal Airport.
ID#24-137
Purchase of Network Systems Software
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the purchase and installation of network systems software from Cadence Inc., in an amount not to exceed $38,000.
ID#24-150
Agreement with iHeartMedia for Police Recruitment Advertising Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing an Agreement with iHeartMedia Entertainment Inc. for police recruitment advertising and marketing services for an amount not to exceed $54,800.
ID#23-745
Surveillance Technology Ordinance
Recommendation: Adopt an Ordinance to add Article IV to Chapter 27 of the Salinas Municipal Code related to the use of surveillance technology.
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Receive communication from Councilmembers on reports, appointments and future agenda items. Councilmember comments are generally limited to three minutes.
CLOSED SESSION
Receive public communications from the audience on Closed session items.
March 19, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to:
ID#24-142 a. Existing Litigation - California Government Code Section 54956.9, conference with legal counsel regarding, George Lauricella vs. City of Salinas, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case Number(s):
ADJ6785249; ADJ16272651.
b. Existing Litigation - California Government Code Section 54956.9, conference with legal counsel regarding, Cappy Pottorff vs. City of Salinas, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case Number(s):
ADJ16482422; ADJ15564386.
c. Existing Litigation - California Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (1), conference with legal counsel regarding, Louis Montano, et al. v.
City of Salinas, et al. Monterey Superior Court Case No. 21CV003635.
ADJOURNMENT
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Alexis Mejia, Assistant City Clerk
AGENDA MATERIAL / ADDENDUM
Any addendums will be posted within 72 hours of regular meetings or 24 hours of special meetings and in accordance with Californian Government Code Section 54954.2 and 54956. City Council agenda reports and other writings distributed to the legislative body may be viewed at the Salinas City Clerk’s Office, 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, and are posted on the City’s website at www.cityofsalinas.org in accordance with California Government Code section 54597.5. The City Council may take action that is different than the proposed action reflected on the agenda.
Disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, may be requested by any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in the meeting. Language interpretation may be requested as soon as possible but by no later than 5 p.m. of the last business day prior to the meeting. Requests should be referred to the City Clerk’s Office At 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 758-7381, as soon as possible but by no later than 5 p.m. of the last business day prior to the meeting. Hearing impaired or TTY/TDD text telephone users may contact the city by dialing 711 for the California Relay Service (CRS) or by telephoning any other service providers’ CRS telephone number.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
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City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-091, Version: 1
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MST Transit-Oriented
Development (TOD)
Planning Study
Salinas City Council
2/20/2024
1 SURF! Busway and BRT Project
• Local TAMC Measure X
$27,394,305
• MST Capital Budget
$851,670
• Sen. Laird Earmark
$2,500,000
• Other State funds
$25,100,000
• Federal investments
$22,239,000
2 Study Objectives
Increase transit ridership
Compete for Grant
Funding
Identify First/Last-Mile
Access & TDM
Strategies
Strengthen Regional
Collaboration
Identify TOD
Opportunity Areas &
Best Practices
3 Five Study Areas with TOD Opportunity Zones
4 5
Potential to extend SURF! BRT northern
terminus to Salinas Intermodal Transit Center
Salinas Opportunity Zones
Salinas Transportation Recommendations6
Council Consideration & Next Steps
MST is responsible for:
Implementing the planned SURF! BRT
stations and other
supportive
infrastructure within its right-of-way
(ROW) and defined in its FTA application.
MST proposes to work with the City:
To coordinate and implement future transit
supportive improvem
ents, which will
require collaboration with developers and
owners of adjacent land uses and working
with other stakeholders to secure grant
funding.
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Michelle Overmeyer, Monterey-Salinas Transit ([email protected]) Mike Iswalt, Kimley-Horn ([email protected])
Thank You
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-159, Version: 1
Appointment of City Manager and approval of an Employment Agreement Approve a Resolution appointing Rene L. Mendez as City Manager and approving an Employment Agreement.
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
FROM: KIMBLEY CRAIG, MAYOR
BY: CHE JOHNSON, ESQ., LIEBERT, CASSIDY & WHITMORE
MARINA HORTA-GALLEGOS, HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
TITLE: APPOINTMENT OF CITY MANAGER AND APPROVAL OF
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve a Resolution appointing Rene L. Mendez as City Manager and approve his Employment Agreement.
BACKGROUND:
In October 2023, the City Council began to develop plans for recruitment of the City Manager. In November 2023, the City Council selected the firm of Bob Murray and Associates to conduct a search for City Manager.
As part of the recruitment process, the City Council sought input on the most important experience and leadership skills that community members and employees believe are needed to best serve the interests of the city and community. A survey was issued in English and Spanish for input . The feedback was incorporated into the process for Council review.
Applications were received between December 14, 2023 and January 28, 2024. The City received nineteen applications, which were then carefully reviewed and narrowed down by the Council, to four applicants selected for interviews.
The City Council conducted interviews on February 17, 2024 . After a review and interview of the candidates, the City Council selected Rene Mendez as the final candidate.
Mr. Mendez brings thirty years of experience in state, county, and local government. Mr. Mendez currently serves as the City Manager for the City of Watsonville where he manages a budget of approximately $248M and a staff of 432 full-time employees. Prior to this, he served as City Manager for the City of Gonzales from 2005 to 2022 and was County Administrative Officer for the County of Inyo from 1997 to 2005.
If the Employment Agreement is approved, Mr. Mendez will assume the office of the City Manager effective May 28, 2024, at an annual base salary of $ 300,000. The attached Employment Agreement reflects the full terms and conditions of Mr. Mendez’s employment.
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CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The proposed action meets the Effective and Culturally Responsive Government Council goal.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
The annual base salary of $300,000 and benefits are within the FY 23/24 approved budget.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Employment Agreement
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RESOLUTION NO. _________ (N.C.S.)
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF RENE L. MENDEZ AS CITY
MANAGER AND APPROVING THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF SALINAS AND RENE L MENDEZ
WHEREAS, In October 2023, the City Council began to develop plans for recruitment of the next City Manager; and
WHEREAS, In November 2023, the City Council selected Bob Murray and Associates to lead the City’s recruitment efforts; and
WHEREAS, the City received nineteen applications for the position, which were carefully reviewed and narrowed down to four candidates for interviews; and
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted interviews with the four candidates on February 17, 2024. The City Council selected Rene L. Mendez as the final candidate; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that Rene L. Mendez possesses the skill and experience and is qualified to serve as City Manager.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALINAS that the City Council hereby appoints Rene L. Mendez as City Manager of the City of Salinas and authorizes him to perform all the functions associated with that position;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALINAS that the City Council further approves the Employment Agreement between the City of Salinas and Rene L. Mendez and authorizes the Mayor to execute the Employment Agreement with any minor, non-substantive changes as approved by the City Attorney.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 19th day of March 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Kimbley Craig, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Patricia Barajas, City Clerk
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-160, Version: 1
Employment Resolution for Interim City Manager
Approve a Resolution regarding the employment terms with Interim City Manager Jim Pia.
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
FROM: ORLANDO OSORNIO, MAYOR PRO TEMPORE
BY: CHE JOHNSON, ESQ., LIEBERT, CASSIDY & WHITMORE
MARINA HORTA-GALLEGOS, HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
TITLE: EMPLOYMENT RESOLUTION FOR INTERIM CITY MANAGER
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the attached Resolution regarding the employment terms with Interim City Manager Jim Pia.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Interim City Manager Pia has been serving in this role since the first week of October 2023. It is now known that the new City Manager will not join the City team until the end of May 2024. In light of this arrival date, and within the City Council’s ongoing work to complete the City’s Fiscal Year 24/25 Budget Process, the City Council and Interim City Manager seek to clarify the transition period. The City and Interim City Manager Pia seek to assure a successful transition for the new City Manager, as well as accommodating the completion work of the budget process, and the recruitment process necessary for a replacement Assistant City Manager. It is anticipated that this transitional period will take no more than 90 workdays.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378)
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The proposed actin meets the Operational Efficiencies Council goal.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
The annual pay, including specialty pays, of $249,600, along with the additional 10% temporary upgrade pay and benefits are within the FY 23/24 approved budget. No adjustments are necessary.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO. _________ (N.C.S.)
RESOLUTION APPROVING EMPLOYMENT TERMS BETWEEN THE CITY OF
SALINAS AND INTERIM CITY MANAGER JIM PIA
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALINAS that the following employment terms between the City of Salinas and Interim City Manager Jim Pia are approved.
1. Interim City Manager Pia shall continue in that role until the arrival of the new City Manager, or approximately to May 28, 2024.
2. End of Interim City Manager Transition: The City Council and the Interim City Manager shall work jointly to assure a successful transition. Pia’s annual base salary of $249,600 , along with the additional 10% temporary upgrade pay during the transition, shall be in effect for no more than 90 workdays following the arrival date of the new City Manager.
3. Pia shall receive forty (40) Paid Time off hours which are not eligible to be cashed out.
4. Pia shall continue to be subject to and maintain the provisions provided within the Confidential Management Compensation Plan.
5. Following the transition, and u pon Pia’s departure, he shall be entitled to the previously approved retirement health incentive (14 months), or payment in lieu, bas ed at the Family rate, with total amount payable on Pia’s last City paycheck. This approved incentive shall expire after 90 workdays following the arrival of the new City Manager.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 19th day of March 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Orlando Osornio, Mayor Pro Tempore
ATTEST:
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Patricia Barajas, City Clerk
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-083, Version: 1
2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Approve a Resolution accepting the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and authorizing its submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research as required by Government Code Section 65400(b).
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
FROM: LISA BRINTON, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
THROUGH: FRANCISCO BRAMBILLA, ACTING PLANNING MANAGER
LUIS OCHOA, SR. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ANALYST
BY: CRISTINA GONZALEZ, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ANALYST
TITLE: 2023 HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
RECOMMENDATION MOTION:
A motion to approve a Resolution accepting the City of Salinas 2023 Housing Element (HE) Annual Progress Report (APR) and authorizing its submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) as required by Government Code Section 65400(b).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Section 65400 of the California Government Code requires local jurisdictions to submit a HE APR addressing the status of the City of Salinas 2015-2023 Housing Element and progress made toward implementing its goals and policies. The report covers calendar year 2023 and h ighlights accomplishments related to housing production and program implementation. The report must be submitted to HCD and OPR no later than the 1st of April each year.
BACKGROUND
The Housing Element is one (1) of seven (7) mandatory elements of the General Plan and serves as the primary policy document that identifies the goals, policies, and programs related to housing development in the City of Salinas. The City’s current HE covers an eight-year period (2015-2023) and focuses on addressing the housing needs of residents, identify ing adequate land supply for housing, reducing housing production constraints, and improving housing opportunities for special needs groups. To meet statu tory compliance with these reporting requirements, this report is organized as follows:
1. Summary
2. Table A – Housing Development Applications Submitted
3. Table A2 – Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units
4. Table B - Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress – Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
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5. Table C - Sites Identified or Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need and No Net-Loss Law
6. Table D - Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583
7. Table E - Commercial Development Bonus Approved pursuant to GC Section 65915.7
8. Table F - Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites Pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c)
9. Table F2 – Above Moderate-Income Units Converted to Moderate Income Pursuant to Government Code section 65400.2
10. Table G - Locally Owned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventory that have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of
11. Table H - Locally Owned Surplus Sites
12. 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 Section 65915
13. Table K – Tenant Preference Policy
14. Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Reporting
Status of Program Implementation (Table D) Highlights:
Affordable Housing Projects - Federal entitlement funds were used as gap financing for the following affordable housing projects:
o 855 E Laurel Drive , 132-unit affordable housing development was awarded $500,000 (ARPA) funds for predevelopment.
o Sun Rose Apartments, an 11 unit transitional/permanent affordable housing project was completed in September of 2023 and received $500,000 from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for the construction activities of the project.
Code Enforcement Program – 1,705 cases were opened , and 1,576 cases were closed in 2023.
Summary of Community Program Funding - 1) Salinas Downtown Streets Team; 2) Fair Housing Referral Services; 3) Hotel and Motel Vouchers for Homeless; 4) Street Outreach Team; 5) Chinatown Navigation Center, Trailers, and Sprung Operations; 6) Rapid Rehousing; and 7) SHARE Center Operations.
Community Homeless Solutions - Received FY 2023-24 Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding in the amount of $68,558 for operations and rapid re-housing activities.
Salinas Outreach & Response Team (SORT) - The SORT team received FY 2023-24 HUD ESG funding in the amount of $ 100,000. The team consists of one full -time Community Development Analyst/Coordinator, four full-time Outreach Assistants, and two part-time Peer Outreach workers who perform essential outreach and engagement services with the homeless pollution and connect them to ser vices and housing opportunities . In 2023, the SORT Team was able to assist 359 individuals which included 328 adults and 31 children. Continuum of Care Services - The City funded Central Coast Center for Independent Living, Housing Resource Center , Interim Inc, and Community Homeless Solutions to provide services to unsheltered persons in the City.
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Awards received by the City in 2023:
o $1.65M – Prohousing Incentive Pilot from HCD
o $3.8M – Local Housing Trust Fund from HCD
o $2M – Community Development Block Grant from HUD
o $0.8M – Home Investment Partnership from HUD
o $1.7M – Permanent Local Housing Allocation from HCD
o $8.1M – Encampment Resolution Funding Program from HCD o $2.6M – Family Homeless Challenge Grant from HCD
o $1.5M – Regional Early Action Planning from HCD
Properties purchased by the City in 2023:
o 817 Bautista Dr
o 1028 Larkin Cir
o 414 Crescent Way
o 38-42 Soledad St
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
Development of the 2023 HE APR was led by the Housing and Community Development Division of the City’s Community Development Department (CDD) in collaboration with other CDD Divisions including Current Planning, Advanced Planning and Project Implementation and Code Enforcement. Additional assistance, information, and perspective were also provided by the City’s Public Works, Library and Community Services, Police, and Fire Departments.
In addition, on February 27, 2024, City staff provided an administrative report to the City’s Housing and Land Use Committee (HLUC) regarding the 2023 HE APR . The HLUC recommended that City Council accept the 2023 HE APR and authorize its submittal. On March 6, 2024, the Planning Commission adopted a Resolution recommending that the City Council approve the 2023 HE APR and authorize its submittal to HCD and OPR. Planning Commissioners had comments and questions regarding the code enforcement that leads to receivership and the City’s recuperation of remediation costs and the City’s acquisition, maintenance, and selection of occupants of properties through the Family Homeless Challenge. The Planning Commission also suggested City staff and City Council develop a focused approach to build more moderate-income housing units in the next RHNA Cycle given the low percentage of moderate-income housing units that were constructed during the 5th RHNA cycle (2015-2023).
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action of accepting and submitting the 2023 HE APR is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The 2023 HE APR supports City of Salinas Strategic Plan 2015-2023 Goals of Economic Development, Housing/Affordable Housing, and Effective and Culturally Responsive Government.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
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There is no fiscal impact to the City for submitting the HE APR. It should be noted that cities that do not submit an HE APR to HCD and OPR may not be eligible for future grants or loan s from HCD due to non-compliance with this requirement.
ATTACHMENTS:
2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report Tables
2023 HE APR - Resolution
2023 HE APR - Presentation
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-110, Version: 1
2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Visión Salinas 2040 Update Approve a resolution accepting the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report (GP APR) and authorizing its submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR).
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
FROM: LISA BRINTON, DIRECTOR
THROUGH: GRANT LEONARD, PLANNING MANAGER
BY: JONATHAN MOORE, SENIOR PLANNER
TITLE: 2023 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT AND
VISIÓN SALINAS 2040 UPDATE
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a resolution accepting the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report (GP APR) and authoriz ing its submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The General Plan Annual Progress Report covers Salinas General Plan (200 2) implementation activities during the calendar year 2023. General Plan Update engagement continued in 2023 with six (6) workshops, eight (8) Steering Committee meetings, transportation, and Climate Action Plan surveys, eleven (11) pop -up activities and direct farmworker engagement with the Center for Community Advocacy (CCA). Accomplishment highlights include updating the Housing Element, completing $4.5 million in sidewalk repairs and the Bardin Safe Routes to School project, and completing additional engagement/design work for the Hebbron Family Center and Clost er Park improvements. The General Plan APR must be submitted within sixty (60) days of the April 1 st deadline. Failure to submit the APR on time could make the City ineligible for certain State grant programs.
BACKGROUND:
Under California Government Cod e Section 65400, staff is required to prepare a General Plan Annual Progress Report (GP APR) for review by the City Council and submittal to OPR and HCD by April 1 st of each year. The GP APR provides the City’s legislative bodies and the state with information regarding the implementation of the current General Plan and informs the public of the progress in meeting the community’s goals. The Draft 2023 GP APR is provided as Attachment 1 to this report.
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There is no standardized form or format for the preparation of the General Plan APR. The GP APR is to provide enough information for decision makers to assess how the General Plan was implemented during the reporting period and should provide enough information to identify necessary “course adjustments” or modifications to the General Plan and means to improve local implementation. The GP APR is not required to incorporate all General Plan elements. For example, the Housing Element has its own Annual Progress Report that is overseen by HCD and prepared by the Housing Division.
2023 General Plan Accomplishments
In 2023, the City continued to upzone sites to encourage housing opportunities, rezoning City parking lots downtown to Mixed Use and a n additional site north of downtown to High Density Residential. While the Housing Element is covered under its own separate report, the City did adopt a 2023-2031 Housing Element in December of 2023, which the State found in substantial compliance in February 2024. In addition to its continuing General Plan Update, the City also has undertaken preparation of an Active Transportation Plan, Alisal District Identity Masterplan, and Alisal Streetscape Masterplan. Multiple park and recreation center improvements and maintenance projects were finished in 2023, including new playgrounds and HVAC systems. Design work was also completed for a new Hebbron Family Center and improvements to Closter Park. Public Works completed $4.5 million in sidewalk repairs and const ruction of the Bardin Safe Routes to School project.
2023 Community Engagement
In 2023 General Plan engagement covered a variety of topics in multiple formats. The topics of public safety, housing, and active transportation and circulation were covered in six (6) community workshops. The City also conducted eleven (11) pop -up activities covering the Public Safety Element and Climate Action Plan. Pop-up activities and two online surveys (public safety/climate action) helped reach over one thousand (1,000) Salinas community members. Through the Sustainable Agricultural Land Conservation (SALC) Planning Grant, farmworker outreach continued with the support of the Center for Community Advocacy. In 2023, CCA General Plan Ambassadors led ninety -five (95) house meetings reaching over three hundred forty (340) community members. Nineteen (19) meetings were held in Mixteco, one (1) in Triqui and the rest in Spanish. Lastly, the Visión Salinas 2040 Steering Committee continued to meet and completed the review of all the draft goals, policies, and actions.
2024 Efforts and Next Steps
Engagement in early 2024 has focused on land use and circulation. The City held a Transportation Workshop on February 1, that combined materials from the Circulation Element, Active Transportation Plan, and Streetscape Masterplan. Additional engagement was done in commercial areas that may experience land use changes in the General Plan Update. Staff sent over 1,300 postcards to businesses and owners in identified areas with information . Staff also sent more detailed letters to over 100 businesses that may become legal nonconforming uses and followed up with direct canvassing. These mailers also invited recipients to three (3) virtual information sessions to discuss changes, held February 27-29, at 7 AM, 11 AM, and 6 PM respectively.
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Future engagement will include a Climate Action Plan webinar and an Open House to support the public review of the draft goals, policies, and actions. The first quarter will be wrapped up with the development of the Draft General Plan document with an expected release for public review in June 2024. The Draft Environmental Impact Report and Climate Action Plan are expected to follow in August 2024.
DEPARTMENT COORDINATION:
Staff from multiple departments provided accomplishments for the 2023 GP APR. The GP APR was presented to the Housing and Land Use Committee (HLUC) on February 27 and the Planning Commission (PC) on March 6. Both the HLUC and PC recommended that Council a pprove a resolution accepting the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report (GP APR) and authorizing its submittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR).
Although the development of this report was led by Community Development, all departments , the City Council and City Commissions will be involved in the General Plan Update. The GPU also involves significant coordination with regional agencies, including but not limited to, the County of Monterey, Monterey-Salinas Transit, the Transportation Agency for Monterey County, and the Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
The proposed action of accepting the 2023 GP APR and the administrative report on the GPU is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Guidelines Section 15378. Because the matter does not cause a direct or foreseeable indirect physical change on or in the environment, this matter is not a project. Any subsequent discretionary projects resulting from this action will be assessed for CEQA applicability.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
Given that the General Plan acts as the City’s guiding document for future growth and development, it will help meet all City Council Strategic Goals. However, the current work around the General Plan Update is specifically reflected as an objective under Effective and Culturally Responsive Government.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
This report has no direct fiscal impact to submit the APR. When completed, it is anticipated that the current General Plan update process will cost approximately $ 3.4 million dollars. The City currently has approximately $2.6 million for this effort in the General Plan Fund (3701) budget with the balance coming from grants including the Local and Regional Early Action entitlement grants and the Sustainable Agricultural Land Conservation grant.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution accepting the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report Page | 4
2) Draft 2023 City of Salinas General Plan APR
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-140, Version: 1
Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Salinas and Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Park Project
Approve a Resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Park Project and authorizing the Interim City Manager to enter into the MOU on behalf of the City of Salinas.
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CITY OF SALINAS
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY & COMMUNITY SERVICES
FROM: JIM PIA, INTERIM CITY MANAGER
CHRISTOPHER A. CALLIHAN, CITY ATTORNEY
KRISTAN LUNDQUIST, LCS DIRECTOR
TITLE: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY
OF SALINAS AND THE BIG SUR LAND TRUST FOR THE CARR
LAKE PARK PROJECT
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve a resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Park Project.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Since approximately 2008, the City of Salinas and Big Sur Land Trust (BSLT) have been working toward the development of a park and open space are a within Carr Lake. Upon the BSLT’s acquisition of land within Carr Lake, the concept could be put into reality. For the last two years, the Interim City Manager, City Attorney and Library & Community Services Director have been collaborating with the BSLT to develop a n agreement to memorialize the planning, ownership, and long-term management of the Carr Lake Park Project. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is presented with this Report for the City Council’s consideration.
BACKGROUND:
Since 2017, BSLT has been planning, designing, permitting, and fundraising for a two-phase park development project, with the ultimate goal of the entire 73 -acre property to be owned and managed by the City as a public park. Implementation of the Carr Lake Park Project realizes a goal long held by the City and its residents, as exemplified by its consistency with numerous City plans and initiatives, including the General Plan, which has identified the area as “park” since 2002.
BSLT has fundraised for and received over $27 million in funding to support this project to date.
In November 2022, the Salinas City Council unanimously approved allocation of $1 million from the fiscal year 2022 available fund balance to BSLT for construction of the Project.
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the iterative park design process, which included educating residents about Carr Lake, explaining the project, and soliciting ideas. In addition to the formal meetings, BSLT and partners also held dozens of site tours, school field trips, educational programs, surveys, and community stewardship workdays at the site to engage residents of all ages and collec t input on the project design. Over 6,700 residents have participated in these and other project activities. The input collected was analyzed, considered, and incorporated into the park design plan to the greatest extent feasible. As a result, the project design directly reflects community input and guidance.
As project construction is nearing, BSLT and City staff drafted a n M OU for the purpose of coordinating and memorializing the planning, ownership, and long -term management of the Carr Lake Park Project. The MOU details the roles and responsibilities of each party, as well as the plans to transfer to the City each phase of the park once construction is complete. Additionally, public and private grants and agency permits secured by BSLT have specific deliv erables, timelines and deadlines that are detailed in the MOU.
DISCUSSION:
The project will occur in several phases and will require both parties to take certain actions to ensure timely completion of the different phases. Following are some key provisions of the MOU so as to provide the Council and the community with a general understanding of the project.
Phase 1 of the project will include the development of a six-acre neighborhood park. Construction of this portion is expected to begin in spring of 2024 with the park expected to be open to the public in spring 2025. This project phase includes construction of traditional park amenities such as restrooms, picnic tables, a skate spot, trails, parking lots, basketball courts, and a gazebo and/or playground. Once development of the park is completed it will be transferred to the City for ongoing management and responsibility, including maintenance and upkeep of the park and its facilities. As with the other City parks, this park will be open to the public from dawn to dusk. The BSLT will continue its efforts within the park to facilitate construction of the adjacent restoration area, which will another feature open and available to the public upon completion.
Phase 2 of the project will include development of a sixty -seven acre restoration and open space area. Construction of this phase is expected to begin in spring of 2025, with construction expected to be completed and the area open to the public by spring o f 2026. This phase of the project includes restoration of creek and wetland habitat, planting, fencing, signage, and trail construction.
BSLT will have responsibility for all construction costs and upon completion of the project and transfer to the City, t he City will have responsibility for maintenance of the restoration area to include general trash pick up, removal of graffiti, patrols, pedestrian and maintenance bridges, crossings, boardwalks, trail maintenance, perimeter fending, sediment removal, and moving and weeding. BSLT will be responsible for implementing vegetation and habitat management as required under grant agreements and permits to ensure that the restoration is successful. BSLT will also be responsible for all monitoring and reporting as r equired under the grant agreements and permits, implementation of an adaptive management plan, and coordination of compliance with Page | 3
timeframe requirements under all permits and grant conditions. BSLT will also install and maintain temporary wildlife exclusi on fencing each year, in coordination with the neighboring farm properties. This area will also be open to the public from dawn to dusk, like other City parks.
The property contains two single-family residences, currently occupied by tenants. It is anticipated that one house (the “front house”) will be transferred (donated) to the City, independent of the construction schedules mentioned above, to be managed by the City as part of their affordable housing program. The other house (the “back house”) may be transferred to the City as well. It may not continue to be used as a residence due to grant conditions, but can be used for caretaker housing or storage of park related tools or equipment or it can be demolished. The BSLT has been working with the residents on relocation.
It is important for the Council to note that upon completion of the different phases of the project, the City will be responsible for assuming responsibility for management and maintenance of the park and the park facilities as required u nder the grant agreements. To address concerns for adequate funding to support the management and maintenance efforts, the BSLT will work with the City and the community to investigate and develop funding mechanisms for long term maintenance of the park. In addition, BSLT will also work with the City and community to explore potential public-private partnership models such as the development of a supporting community - based organization (e.g., a “Friends of Carr Lake”) to assist with certain park maintenance and monitoring tasks or other activities as may be appropriate.
The introduction and summary of the MOU was presented to the LCS Commission on March 13, 2024. The Commission voted unanimously to recommend to the City Council that it approve a resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Big Sur Land Trust for the Carr Lake Park Project.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Environmental impacts of the Carr Lake Park Project were analyzed in accordance with CEQA.
An Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration adopted by the City Council on September 14, 2021, found that the Project will not have a significant effect on the environment.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
This action supports the City Council goals of:
Economic Development
Infrastructure and Environmental Sustainability
Youth and Seniors
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The Library & Community Services Department coordinated with the City Attorney’s Office and the City Manager’s Office on the development of the MOU for the Carr Lake Project.
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FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
At the time of the transfer of the Carr Lake property, the City will be responsible for the ongoing operations and management of the Neighborhood Park and Park Restoration and Open Space Area.
Additional Park Maintenance resources will be required in FY 25 -26 to fund the operation and maintenance of an additional 76 acres of parkland.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Memorandum of Understanding
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-127, Version: 1
Minutes
Approve minutes of March 12, 2024.
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File #: ID#24-158, Version: 1
Financial Claims
Approve financial claims report.
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General Plan Amendment (GPA 2023-001), Rezone (RZ 2023-001), Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2022- 059), Resubdivision (RS 2022-006), and Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 (MM 2022-019); to construct a 36-unit 100% affordable senior housing project located at 98 Kip Drive Adopt an Ordinance rezoning a 0.85-acre portion of the 2.3-acre Subject Property located at 98 Kip Drive from Public/Semipublic (PS) to Residential High Density (R-H-2.1) (RZ 2023-001).
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 12, 2024
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
FROM: LISA BRINTON, DIRECTOR
THROUGH: COURTNEY GROSSMAN, PLANNING MANAGER
BY: THOMAS WILES, SENIOR PLANNER
TITLE: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA 2023 -001), REZONE (RZ 2023-001), CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP 2022 -059),
RESUBDIVISION (RS 2022 -006), AND MINOR MODIFICATION
TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1977 -031 ( MM 2022-019); TO
CONSTRUCT A 36-UNIT 100% AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING
PROJECT LOCATED AT 98 KIP DRIVE
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Motion to:
1. Approve a Resolution affirming the findings, adopting the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and approv ing General Plan Amendment 2023-001, Conditional Use Permit 2022 -059, Resubdivision 2022-006, and Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 (MM 2022-019) to construct a 36-unit 100% affordable senior housing project located at 98 Kip Drive; and
2. Introduce and a dopt an Ordinance rezoning a 0.85-acre portion of the 2.3 -acre Subject Property located at 98 Kip Drive from Public/Semipublic (PS) to Residential High Density (R-H-2.1) (RZ 2023-001).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
CHISPA, Incorporated proposes to construct an 100% affordable senior housing Project at 98 Kip Drive (St. Georges Senior Apartments; Project) . The Project consists of a three-story, 36-unit, multifamily residential building. All units, including one (1) manager unit, are one (1) bedroom.
A General Plan Amendment, Rezone, Conditional Use Permit, Resubdivision, and a Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 are required for Project entitlement. CUP 2022- 059 includes concession and waiver requests for usable open space, density, and off-street parking and alternative means of compliance for landscaping along the east property line.
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BACKGROUND:
CHISPA, Incorporated is requesting approval of the following applications for a property located at 98 Kip Drive (Subject Property) in the Public/Semipublic Zoning District (APN: 261-661-011- 000):
1. General Plan Amendment 2023-001 (GPA 2023-001); Request to change the General Plan designation of a 0.85 -acre portion of the 2.3 -acre Subject Property from “Public/Semipublic” to “Residential High Density”.
2. Rezone 2023-001 (RZ 2023-001); Request to rezone the same above referenced 0.85 - acre portion of the 2.3 -acre Subject Property from “Public/Semipublic (PS)” to “Residential High Density (R-H-2.1)”.
3. Conditional Use Permit 2022-059 (CUP 2022-059); Request to construct a three story, 36-unit, multifamily residential 100% affordable senior housing Project. The Project consists of 36 units one (1) bedroom units including one (1) manager unit, 31 off-street parking spaces with a five (5) space (14%) parking reduction, concession and waiver requests for usable open space, density, and off-street parking and alternative means of compliance for landscaping along the east property line.
4. Resubdivision 2022-006 (RS 202 2-006); Request for a parcel map (vesting tentative parcel map) to subdivide a 2.3-acre lot into two (2) lots of 1.45 and 0.85 acres each.
5. Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 (MM 2022-019); Request to delete the terms and conditions of Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 (CUP 1977-031), from the proposed 0.85-acre lot, which currently applies the entire 2.3-acre lot.
The subject property is currently owned by Rector, Wardens, and Vestrymen of St. George’s Parish and developed with an existing religious assembly use and a rectory (St. George’s Episcopal Church), which was approved by Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 (CUP 1977-031).
The entire 2.3-acre subject property is currently zoned Public/Semipublic (PS). Per Zoning Code Section 37-30.390, Table 37-30.17, multi-family residential units are subject to a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) in the PS District. However, in the PS District, residential development is required to comply with the Residential Medium Density (R -M-2.9) development regulations, which only allows for one (1) unit for every 2,900 square -feet of lot area. The Applicant is requesting a General Plan Amendment (GPA) and Rezone (RZ) to change the General Plan and Zoning designations from “Public/Semipublic” to “Residentia l High Density” and “Residential High Density (R-H-2.1)” respectively to allow for increased residential density. The proposed GPA and RZ would be consistent with the designations of the adjacent property located to the south. Upon approval of the Genera l Plan Amendment and Rezone, the proposed affordable senior housing Project with a 100% density bonus can be considered through the CUP process. The proposed parcel map is requested to create the 0.85-acre Project site from the remainder of the 2.3-acre site.
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religious assembly CUP from the proposed 0.85 -acre lot. The existing Religious Assembly use would remain on the proposed 1.45-acre lot located adjacent to the west of the Project site.
The property is located in the Public/Semipublic (PS) Zoning District. The following provides an overview of the land uses and zoning districts adjacent to the Project site:
North: Single-family residential/Residential – Low Density (R-L-5.5) South: Multi-family residential/Residential High Density (R-H-2.1) East: Single-family residential/Residential Low Density (R-L-5.5) West: Public School (North Salinas High School)/Public Semipublic (PS)
On February 27, 2024, the Housing and Land Use Committee recommended that the City Council approve the Project, and o n February 21, 2024, the Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approved the project (see attached PC Resolution 2024-02).
DISCUSSION:
Analysis:
The proposed residential building would be three (3) stories tall and approximately 36 -feet high.
The exterior design consists of a sand finish stucco with vertical fiber cement siding and trim and tan, grey, and white exterior colors. All the proposed 36 units would be one-bedroom. The Project includes a manager’s unit, 35 resident rooms, and storage facilities. Per Zoning Code Section 37 -
30.170, Table 37-30.80, Footnote I, the number of bedrooms per dwelling unit requirement in the R-H-2.1 District does not apply to senior housing.
General Plan Amendment 2023-001 and Rezone 2023-001:
Per the 2002 Salinas General Plan, the Land Use designation of the approximately of the 0.85-acre Project site is “Public/Semipublic. The proposal is to change the General Plan designation of the above referenced the Project site from “Public/Semipublic” to “Residential High Density”. The proposed change in the General Plan land use designation from would be consistent with the property located adjacent to the south at 90 Kip Drive.
The proposed Rezone is requested to change the zoning of the same above referenced 0.85 -acre portion of a 2.3-acre lot from “Public/Semipublic (PS)” to “Residential High Density (R-H-2.1)”.
The proposed zoning would be consistent with the existing Zoning designation of the adjacent property located to the south at 90 Kip Drive. The Project site is not located within a specific plan or a precise plan area and therefore does not conflict with such a plan. The Project site is located entirely within the City limits of Salinas and does not conflict with the adopted sphere of influence.
The General Plan and Zoning designations of “Public/Semipublic” and “Public/Semipublic (PS)” of the proposed 1.45-acre lot located adjacent to the west of the Project site will not change.
Conditional Use Permit 2022-059:
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multifamily residential 100% affordable senior housing Project. The Project consists of 36 units one (1) bedroom units including one (1) manager unit, 31 off-street parking spaces with a five (5) space (14%) parking reduction, concession and waiver requests for usable open space, density, and off-street parking and alternative means of compliance for landscaping along the east property line. Because of the existing Public/Semipublic General Plan and Zoning designations of the Project site, the related General Plan Amendment and Rezone will need to be approved to allow for the proposed Project density.
Density Bonus
The Project includes a request for a 100% density bonus for Affordable Senior Housing per Zoning Code Section 37-50.060. It is proposed that all the 36 residential units (excepting the Manager’s unit) will be affordable. Per Zoning Code Section 37 -30.170, Table 37-30.80, the maximum net density of the proposed Project without a density bonus in the proposed R -H-2.1 Zoning District is 20 dwelling units to the acre. In this case, the Project site consists o f 37,026 square-feet (.85 acres), which would allow for a maximum of 17 dwelling units without a density bonus (.85 x 20).
Using the calculations for a 100% density bonus for affordable senior housing as per Zoning Code Section 37-50.060, the maximum number of units with a density bonus is 36 units. The proposed number of units is within the maximum allowed with a density bonus.
The Project includes Density Bonus concessions pursuant to Government Code 65915, which authorizes concessions pursuant to State Density Bonus laws for Affordable Senior Type 1 housing concerning usable open space and parking: The proposed concession for off -street parking is a five (5) space, 14% reduction for Parcel “B” only. Parcel “A” has adequate parking to serve the existing religious assembly use. The concession for off -street parking is appropriate because a parking space will not be required for every unit. The Applicant’s records show that the number of cars for three (3) similar senior Projects in the City of Salinas indicate that the number of cars per unit ranges from 35% to 52%. By reducing the amount of land required for the off -street parking and allowing more of the site to be used for development of apartment units, this concession results in identifiable and actual cost reductions to provide affordable rents.
Usable Open Space
Salinas Zoning Code Section 37 -50.170, Table 37 -30.80, requires 18,000 square -feet of usable open space for the proposed 36 units on the Project site (36 units x 500 s.f.). The Project includes 4,900 square-feet of usable open space (3,172 square-feet of common usable open space and 1,728 square-feet of private open space). A concession is requested for usable open space. This concession for reduction in the amount of usable open space is requested to allow for additional area of the Project site to be used for residential units, which will result in identifiable and actual cost reductions to provide for affordable rents.
Off-Street Parking
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five (5) space, 14 -percent parking reduction. Per the Applicant, support for the concession is appropriate because a parking space will not be required for every unit. The Applicant’s records show that number of cars for three (3) similar senior Projects in the City of Salinas shows that the number of cars per unit ranges from 35% to 52%. By reducing the amount of land required for the off-street parking spaces and allowing more of the site to be used for apartment units, this concession results in identifiable and actual cost reductions to provide for affordable rents. In addition, the Project site is covered under Assembly Bill 2097 (AB 2097), which prohibits cities from imposing a minimum off-street parking requirement on residential Projects located within a half-mile radius of a major transit stop. The Project site is near Monterey -Salinas Transit (MST) bus route 41, which runs from the Salinas Transit Center to Northridge Mall via East Alisal Street.
Per MST, the service operates every 30 minutes on weekdays and hourly on weekends. Support for this concession can also be established because the proposed five (5) space, 14-percent parking reduction complies with Zoning Code Sections 37 -50.370(a)(2) and (a)(4). Per this concession a minimum of 31 off -street parking spaces, including a minimum of two (2) accessible parking spaces shall be provided.
Affordable Housing Plan
As the Project exceeds ten residential units, it is subject to the Inc lusionary Housing Ordinance per Salinas Municipal Code Section 17 -11. The proposed Affordable Housing Plan includes 3 very low and 32 low-income units, which is 100-percent of the total units (excluding the Manager’s unit). The units will be deed restricted for a minimum 55 years for affordable senior housing. For fiscal year 2023, the median income for Monterey County is $100,400. See attached Affordable Housing Plan (Exhibit “R” of CUP 2022-059).
Resubdivision
The existing 2.3 -acre site is currently designated “Public/Semipublic” by Figure LU -3 of the Salinas General Plan and zoned “Public/Semipublic (PS)”. The proposed Parcel Map is related to General Plan Amendment 2023-001 and Rezone 2023 which would subdivide the 2.3-acre lot into two (2) lots of 1.45 and 0.85 acres each. Parcel One would consist of 1.45 -acres and retain the existing Public/Semipublic General Plan designation and Zoning. Parcel Two would be 0.85-acres and be designated ‘Residential High Density” in the General Plan and rezoned “Residential High Density (R-H-2.1)”. The proposed Parcel Map is consistent with this Residential High Density land use designation and zoning.
Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977-031
The proposed Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 would delete the terms and conditions of Conditional Use Permit 1977 -031 (CUP 1977 -031), from the p roposed 0.85-acre Project site containing the multi-family residential use for affordable senior housing. Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 approved a religious assembly use on the entire 2.3 -acre lot. The religious assembly use would remain applicable to the proposed 1.45-acre lot located adjacent to the west of the Project site. Per Zoning Code Section 37-30.390, Table 37-30.390, religious assembly uses are permitted in the Public/Semipublic (PS) Zoning District pursuant to a Conditional Use Permit (CUP).
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Findings:
Mitigated Negative Declaration:
Prior to taking action on the requested General Plan Amendment, Rezone, Conditional Use Permit, Resubdivision, and Minor Modification to CUP 1977 -031, the City Council will need to confirm that the proposed environmental document is adequate for the proposed Project by establishing the findings set forth in the attached City Council Resolution.
General Plan Amendment/Rezone:
The City Council may approve of a General Plan Amendment and Rezone, if all of the findings set forth in the attached City Council Resolution are established. Per Zoning Code Section 37 -
60.920(d)(2), an affirmative vote of a majority (no less than four (4) votes) of the City Council is required to approve the General Plan Amendment and Rezone.
Conditional Use Permit:
The related Conditional Use Permit 2022-059 as described above cannot be approved as proposed unless the related General Plan Amendment and Rezone are approved to all ow for the proposed residential density.
Resubdivision:
Both of the proposed lots for the related Resubdivision for a parcel map (vesting tentative parcel map) to subdivide a 2.3-acre lot into two (2) lots of 1.45 and 0.85 acres each will comply with the Zoning Code Development Standards for both the PS and R-H-2.1 Zoning Districts; and
Time Consideration:
The proposed Project includes requests for a General Plan Amendment and Rezone, which are legislative acts and not subject to the Permit Streamlining Act (PSA).
Alternatives Available to the City Council:
1. Affirm the findings set forth in the attached Resolution, adopt ing the Mitigated Negative Declaration and approve General Plan Amendment 20 23-001, Rezone 2023-001, Conditional Use Permit 2022-059, Resubdivision 2022-006, and Minor Modification to Conditional Use Permit 1977 -031 (MM 2022-019) with modifications; or
2. Find that the proposed applications are not appropriate and establish findings at the public hearing denying General Plan Amendment 20 23-001, Rezone 2023-001, Conditional Use Permit 2022 -059, Resubdivision 2022 -006, and Minor Modification Conditional Use Permit 1977-031 (MM 2022-019).
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CEQA CONSIDERATION:
The environmental impacts of the Project have bee n analyzed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). An Initial Study was prepared to evaluate the potential impacts associated with the Project. Based upon review of the Initial Study, the proposed Project will not have a signi ficant effect on the environment. The Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration were routed to responsible agencies and posted at the County Clerk’s Office on January 11, 2024; the deadline for comments was February 9, 2024. The State Clearinghous e received the document on January 10, 2024; the deadline for Clearinghouse comments was February 8, 2024 (SCH# 2024010222).
Public comments were received from the following during the comment period as described below:
1. Comments received via email from Monterey Salinas Transit on January 25, 2024.
Monterey Salinas Transit (MST) serves, operates, and maintains two (2) existing stops within the Project’s vicinity for Line 41. Line 41 travels from the Salinas Transit Center to Northridge Mall via East Alisal Street. Per MST, the service operates every 30 minutes on weekdays and hourly on weekends. MST encourages the Applicant (CHISPA) to enroll in their Group Discount Program to offer employees and hotel guests bus passes at substantially reduced rates.
Staff Response: MST information has been provided to the Applicant for reference.
2. Comments received via email from Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) on February 9, 2024.
a. The emission estimates stated in Pages 6 -7 of the Initial Study must be supported by substantial evidence, such as the use of the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMOD).
Staff Response: Staff used the CalEEMOD model to calculate the average daily emissions of VOC’s or NOx, CO, PM10, and SOx. Per the CalEEMOD the calculations for the proposed Project as compared to the maximum allowed per MBARD will be the following:
Emission Project Emission MBARD Maximum
VOC or NOx 1 lb./day 137 lbs./day
CO 1.4 lbs./day 550 lbs./day
PM .02 lb./day 82 lbs./day
SOx 1 lb./day 150 lbs./day
Per the above table, the estimated emissions from the proposed Project will be less than the maximum allowed MBARD emissions and will be in compliance.
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b. Because of the Projects proximity to sensitive receptors, fugitive dust should be mitigated during the construction phase of the Project.
Staff Response: As a part of the building permit pr ocess, the Applicant will need to comply with the dust control measures stated in Zoning Code Section 37-50.180(j) and conform to the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements and stormwater management and discharge contro l Ordinance as per Zoning Code Section 37 -50.180(k). In addition, as required by the draft CUP 2022 - 059, the Applicant or successor -in-interest shall obtain all applicable permits from MBARD and consult with them concerning any potential need for a diesel health risk assessment.
c. If a generator, boiler, or other stationary sources of air pollutants are needed to support the construction process or will be installed for use in the operation of the Project, a permit from MBARD may be required. In addition, any stationary piston-type internal combustion engine of greater than or equal to 50 brake horsepower (bhp) may also require a MBARD permit.
Staff Response: Per CUP 2022-059, if required, the Applicant or successor-in-interest shall obtain all applicable permits from MBARD.
d. If older underground asbestos (Transite) piping is encountered during construction work, the requirements of MBARD Rule 424 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) could be triggered.
Staff Response: Per CUP 2022-059, if required, the Applicant or successor-in-interest shall obtain all applicable permits from MBARD, including if older underground asbestos (Transite) piping is encountered during construction.
e. The Applicant or successor -in-interest should co nsider making electric vehicle (EV) charging stations available in the facility’s parking areas.
Staff Response: This comment has been forwarded to the Applicant for review and consideration.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
This action supports the Council’s Strategic Goals of Housing/Affordable Housing and Economic Development through the development and construction of the proposed 100% Senior Housing Project.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The proposed project has been discussed among the Current Planning and Permit Services Divisions of the Community Development Department, the Public Works Department, and the Fire Department.
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FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
No significant impacts to the City’s General Fund are anticipated with this application.
ATTACHMENTS:
Draft Resolution for the Mitigated Negative Declaration, General Plan Amendment 2023- 001, Conditional Use Permit 2022-059, Resubdivision 2022-006, and Minor Modification 2022-019 with the following Exhibits:
Exhibit 1: Vicinity Map
Exhibit 2: General Plan Amendment Map for 98 Kip Drive
Exhibit 3: Conceptual Vesting Tentative Parcel map dated June 26, 2023 Exhibit 4: Mitigated Negative Declaration dated January 10, 2024 Draft Rezone Ordinance for Rezone 2023-001 with following Exhibits:
Exhibit 1: Vicinity Map
Exhibit 2: Rezone 2023-001 Map
Exhibit 3: Mitigated Negative Declaration dated January 10, 2024 Draft Conditional Use Permit 2022-059, including the following exhibits:
Exhibit “A” Vicinity Map
Exhibit “B” Proposed Site Plan (Sheet A1.1)
Exhibit “C” Proposed Floor Plans (Sheet A2.1)
Exhibit “D” Enlarged Plans (Sheet A2.2)
Exhibit “E” Elevations (Sheet A3.1)
Exhibit “F” Building Sections (Sheet A4.1)
Exhibit “G” Site Details (Sheet A8.1)
Exhibit “H” Civil Cover (Sheet C0.1)
Exhibit “I” Civil Overall Site Plan (Sheet C1.0)
Exhibit “J” Civil Grading, Drainage, and Utility Plan (Sheet C1.1) Exhibit “K” Civil Grading, Drainage, and Utility Plan (Sheet C1.2) Exhibit “L” Civil Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (Sheet C2.1) Exhibit “M” Stormwater Control Plan (Sheet C3.1)
Exhibit “N” Landscape Plan (Sheet L1.0)
Exhibit “O” Planting Plan (Sheet L-2.0)
Exhibit “P” Plant Images (Sheet L-2.1)
Exhibit “Q” Hydrozone Map Water Use Calculations (Sheet L-3.0) Exhibit “R” Engineer’s Report for CUP 2022-059 and RZ 2023-001 dated August 28, 2023
Exhibit “S” Affordable Housing Plan – St. George’s Senior Apartments dated July 13, 2023
Exhibit “T” Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Exhibit “U” Alternative Means of Compliance for Landscaping Exhibit “V” Facilities Traffic Management Plan for 98 Kip Drive – GPA 2023- 001, RZ 2023 -001, CUP 2022 -059, RS 2022 -006, and MM 2022 - 019
Draft Approval Letter for Resubdivision 2022-006 with the following exhibits:
Exhibit "A": Vesting Tentative Parcel Map dated June 26, 2023 Page | 10
Exhibit "B": Engineer’s Report dated August 28, 2023
Draft Minor Modification 2022-019 with the following exhibit:
Exhibit 1: Conceptual Vesting Tentative Parcel map dated June 26, 2023 February 27, 2024 Housing and Land Use Committee Staff Report without exhibits Planning Commission Resolution 2024-02, including the following exhibits:
Exhibit 1: Vicinity Map
Exhibit 2: General Plan Amendment Map for 2110 North Main Street Exhibit 3: Rezone Map for 2110 North Main Street
Exhibit 4: Conceptual Vesting Tentative Parcel map dated June 26, 2023 Exhibit 5: Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
February 21, 2024 Planning Commission Staff Reports without exhibits Initial Study with the following exhibits:
1. Vicinity Map for 98 Kip Drive
2. General Plan Amendment Map for 98 Kip Drive
3. Rezone Map for 98 Kip Drive
4. Proposed Site Plan (Sheet A1.1)
5. Proposed Floor Plans (Sheet A2.1)
6. Enlarged Plans (Sheet A2.2)
7. Elevations (Sheet A3.1)
8. Building Sections (Sheet A4.1)
9. Site Details (Sheet A8.1)
10. Civil Cover Sheet (C0.1)
11. Civil Overall Site Plan (Sheet C1.0)
12. Civil Grading, Drainage, and Utility Plan (Sheet C1.1)
13. Civil Grading, Drainage, and Utility Plan (Sheet C1.2)
14. Civil Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (Sheet C2.1)
15. Stormwater Control Plan (Sheet C3.1)
16. Landscape Plan (Sheet L1.0)
17. Planting Plan (Sheet L-2.0)
18. Plant Images (Sheet L-2.1)
19. Hydrozone Map Water Use Calculations (Sheet L-3.0)
20. Conceptual Vesting Tentative Parcel map dated June 26, 2023
21. Engineer’s Report for CUP 2022-059 and RZ 2023-001 dated August 28, 2023
22. Engineer’s Report for RS 2022-006 dated August 28, 2023
23. California Historical Resources Information Systems (CHRIS) Response dated October 31, 2023
24. Comment letter from the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians dated June 23, 2023
25. Affordable Housing Plan – St. George’s Senior Apartments dated July 13, 2023
26. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
27. Density Bonus, Concession & Waiver Request dated July 26, 2023
28. Geotechnical Investigation for the Proposed Senior Housing Apartments 98 Kip Drive from Rock Solid Engineering Inc., dated August 29, 2022
29. Facilities Traffic Management Plan for 98 Kip Drive – GPA 2023-001, RZ Page | 11
2023-001, CUP 2022-059, RS 2022-006, and MM 2022-019
Comments from Monterey Salinas Transit dated January 25, 2024 Comments from the Monterey Bay Air Resources District dated February 9, 2024
Cc: CHISPA Incorporated, Applicant
Rector, Wardens, and Vestryman of St. George’s Parish, Property Owner Monterey Salinas Transit (MST)
Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD)
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Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-112, Version: 1
Coalition of Homeless Services Providers Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program Round 4 Grant Application
Approve a Resolution approving the submission of a grant application for the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program Round 4 to the Coalition of Homeless Services Provides (CHSP) in the amount of $540,000 dollars and authorizing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute all required Agreements and other necessary documents to allow acceptance of an award and the implementation of the proposed project.
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
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DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
FROM: LISA BRINTON, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
THROUGH: FRANCISCO BRAMBILA, ACTING PLANNING MANAGER
BY: JACQUELINE SMITH, HOMELESS SERVICES MANAGER
TITLE: COALITION OF HOMELESS SERVICES PROVIDERS
HOMELESS HOUSING ASSISTANCE AND PREVENTION
PROGRAM ROUND 4 GRANT APPLICATION
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a Resolution approving the submission of a grant application for the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program Round 4 to the Coalition of Homeless Services Providers (CHSP) in the amount of $540,000 dollars and authorizing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute all required agreements and other necessary documents to allow acceptance of an award and the implementation of the proposed project.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On February 9, 2024, the Coalition of Homeless Services Providers (CHSP) issued a Request for Local Proposals (RFLP) for the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program Round 4, announcing $2,251,477.64 in funding to enhance regional coordination and further develop a cohesive regional strategy aimed at diminishing and ultimately eliminating homelessness. In alignment with these efforts, the Community Development Department requests authorization to apply for a $540,000 grant to sustain and expand the delivery o f permanent housing solutions and the operation of existing non-congregate shelters, including the Emergency Motel Program. The proposed Resolution will facilitate the City’s ability to accept and manage HHAP-4 funds, if awarded.
BACKGROUND:
Homelessness remains a significant and persistent challenge in the City of Salinas and throughout Monterey County. In response to this enduring crisis, the Community Development Department (CDD) diligently seeks opportunities and crafts innovative solutions to bolster a nd extend the City’s services for the homeless.
In December 2021, the California Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council (CHCFC) issued a Notice of Funding Availability for a $1 billion block grant program designed to support regional Page | 2
coordination and to continue building a unified regional response to reduce and end homelessness.
Through this process, t he Salinas/Monterey, San Benito Counties Continuum of Care ( CA-506) CoC was awarded $3,195,597.04 in HHAP Round 4 (HHAP -4) funds for pr ojects, services, or programs to address the community’s immediate homeless challenges.
The Leadership Council has designated the Coalition of Homeless Services Providers (CHSP) to serve as an Administrative Entity for the CoC HHAP process, and The Lead Me Home Leadership Council has already obligated $944,119.40 of the HHAP-4 award.
On February 9, 2024, under the auspices of CHCFC and through its designated administrative entity, the CHSP and the CoC issued a Request for Local Proposals (RFLP) soliciting applications to fund HHAP-4 projects and services to continue efforts focused on moving homeless individuals and families into permanent housing and to maintain their permanent housing. The remaining funds available from HHAP-4 for this RFLP are $2,251,477.64, which includes a Youth Set Aside of $319,559.70.
The proposed applications requests $540,000 to continue funding for the delivery of permanent housing interventions (Rapid Rehousing) and operations of existing non -congregate shelters (Interim Sheltering). The table below shows the intended request through the submission of an application for the RFLP.
Agency Funding Category Funding Amount
City of Salinas Rapid Rehousing $240,000
City of Salinas Interim Sheltering $300,000
Total Request $540,000
The RFLP will follow the timeline shown below.
RFLP Released February 9, 2024
Mandatory Bidders Conference February 15, 2024
Letters of Intent Due February 22, 2024
Applications Due March 27, 2024
Application Review Period March 30, 2024, thru
April 11, 2024
Finding Recommendations April 12, 2024
Appeals Due April 16, 2024
Appeals Committee (if needed) April 17, 2024
Leadership Council votes on funding
recommendations
April 24, 2024
Projects Notified of awards April 25, 2024
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DEPARMENT COORDINATION:
The HHAP-4 grant will be administered by the City’s Community Development Department (CDD) Housing & Community Development Division. Sub-recipient agreements will be executed with each collaborative partner. CDD will coordinate with the City’s Finance and Legal Departments to ensure regulatory compliance and the efficient, full disbursement of funds.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action of approving the submission of a grant application for the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program Round 4 is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Section 15378.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The proposed HHAP-4 Grant application furthers the City of Salinas's Strategic Plan 2022 -2025 goals and strategies for Housing and Affordable Housing by supporting individuals and families participating in the Emergency Motel Program, facilitating their transition to both immediate and permanent housing solutions, and providing the necessary support to prevent any potential return to homelessness.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
There is no impact on the City’s General Fund. The comprehensive proposal and budget, includes over $4 million in existing, non -General Fund and collaborative partner resources as leverage to support its successful proposal.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-129, Version: 1
Playground Repairs
Approve a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to enter into an Agreement with Miracle Playsystems and Ross Recreation for the purchase of playground equipment and labor to repair playground structures throughout the park system in an amount not to exceed $50,000 each.
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY AND COMMUNTY SERVICES
FROM: KRISTAN LUNDQUIST, DIRECTOR
BY: ANA AMBRIZ, REC-PARK SUPERINTENDENT
TITLE: PLAYGROUND REPAIRS
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to enter into an Agreement with Miracle Playsystems and Ross Recreation for the purchase of playground equipment and labor to repair playground structures throughou t the park system in an amount not to exceed $50,000 per contractor.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Salinas has 35 playgrounds located in parks/facilities across the city. An assessment of the playgrounds was conducted as part of the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Master Planning effort in 2017. The majority of the playgrounds were found to be in fair and/or good condition.
The playground at Williams Ranch Neighborhood Park was found to be in poor condition and in need of replacement.
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which provided the City of Salinas with $51,567,313 in relief funds. In September 2021, the City Council allocated ARPA funds for a number of government service projects, including $2 million dollars for playground structures, park benches and barbeque grills, the majority of which was to be spent in the 93905 and 93906 zip codes which were hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Staff, in conjunction with the playground manufacturing companies associated with each park, conducted an assessment to identify costs for necessary playground repairs. Across the system, we have playground apparatus from four different playground manufacturing companies including Miracle Playsystems, Inc, Ross Recreation, Playcraft and Play World. The majority being from Miracle Playsystems, Inc, and Ross Recreation.
In September 2022, the City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into an Agreement with Miracle Playsystems, Inc. in the amount of $165,128.09 and with Ross Recreation in the amount of $64,886.33 for system wide playground repairs. In December 2023, the City Council authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with Miracle Playsystems, Inc. for the purchase and installation of playground equipment at designated park locations in an amount not to exceed Page | 2
$67,781.29. Given the age of most of our playgrounds and wear and tear, staff can encounter damaged equipment any given day. Although the proposed agreements will not be funded with ARPA funds, the investment previously made kick started a comprehensive assessm ent and plan for efficiency when encountered with damaged equipment. Staff seeks to have these agreements in place to expedite the repairs when equipment becomes damaged and needs replacement.
The repairs to playgrounds are considered sole source as other playground manufacturing companies’ equipment is not compatible with another manufacturer’s equipment. Consistent with Purchasing Policies and ordinance (2576) the purchase of equipment in the amount of more than $30,000 with one vendor requires City Council authorization.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The playground repairs are consistent with t he City Council Goals of Youth and Seniors and further the implementation of the Parks Recreation and Libraries Master Plan.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
LCS staff will coordinate with the City Attorney’s Office regarding the agreements and with the Finance Department for the purchase of replacement playground equipment.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
Funds are appropriated and available in the account code 5800.55.9060 identified for CIP 9060.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Agreement with Miracle Playsystems
Agreement with Ross Recreation (Landscape Structures)
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-131, Version: 1
California Library Literacy Services ESL Literacy Grant Award Approve a Resolution accepting the California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) grant awards for FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26 in the amount of $131,697 in support of ESL Adult Literacy, and authorize execution of all grant acceptance documents with the California State Library.
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DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT FROM: KRISTAN LUNDQUIST, LCS DIRECTOR BY: ERNESTO LIZAOLA, COMMUNITY EDUCATION MANAGER
TITLE: CALIFORNIA LIBRARY LITERACY SERVICES ESL
LITERACY GRANT AWARD
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a Resolution accepting the California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) grant awards for FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26 in the amount of $ 131,697 in support of ESL Adult Literacy, and authoriz ing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute all grant acceptance documents with the California State Library.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On February 5, 2024, the Salinas Public Library’s Literacy Services was notified by the California State Library Literacy Services (CLLS) of approval for an award of $64,493 for FY 2024-25 and $67,204 for FY 2025-26 to continue ESL Adult Literacy programs. These funds will support programming for adults with l imited English-speaking literacy skills and will be provided primarily to adults enrolled in the library’s Adult and Family Literacy programs.
BACKGROUND:
The Library’s Adult Literacy program is dedicated to promoting lifelong learning through a variety of literacy programs and services. This grant will enable the library to continue an ESL Adult Literacy program; to employ temporary part-time staff to work in the ESL Adult Literacy program; acquire books, supplies and learning materials that enhance our adult education program s; and increase our capacity to provide high -quality adult ESL services, including but not limited to expanding the Citizenship language-support group, establishing introductory ESL instruction and support, and assisting ESL learners to transition to the English language -based adult literacy programs and services. Library staff are prepared to offer both in-person and/or virtual instruction.
The California Library Literacy Services is providing funding as part of a five-year ESL initiative, of which this funding is for the fourth and fifth years of the initiative. Funding is based on projected
need and programming plans, and anticipated local funds raised and expended for adult literacy services, reflecting a commitment to state/local partnerships in support of literacy services.
Literacy staff continue to find innovative ways to serve adult learners with in-person, virtual and distance learning instruction. This includes individual tutoring, small groups, and small classes, as well as adapting to individual needs and abilities; guided and self -paced learning with popular mobile apps; student handbooks and curricula; take-home activity kits; one-on-one help via Zoom, email, phone; and much more.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project . The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
In addition, CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 includes the general rule that CEQA applies only to activities which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Because the proposed action and this matter have no potential to cause any effect on the environment, or because it falls within a category of activities excluded as projects pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378, this matter is not a project. Because the matter does not cause a direct or foreseeable indirect physical change on or in the environment, this matter is not a project. Any subsequent discretionary projects resulting from this action will be assessed for CEQA applicability.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The grant will support the City Council 2022-2025 Goals:
Effective and Culturally Responsive Government
Youth and Seniors
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The Library & Community Services Department will work with the Finance Department to establish expenditure accounts and prepare final budget reports required at the end of the grant period.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
There is no impact to the City’s General Fund Budget. No additional Measure E funding will be required beyond that already allocated to the Library’s annual budget. No matching funds are required.
ATTACHMENTS:
Council Resolution
Award Letter, California Library Literacy Services
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-135, Version: 1
Salinas Business Park, LLC, Ground Lease Agreement for 1341 Mercer Way Approve a Resolution approving and authorizing the execution of the Ground Lease between the City and Salinas Business Park, LLC, for the property located at 1341 Mercer Way identified as APN 003-862-001-000, at the Salinas Municipal Airport.
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CITY OF SALINAS
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS, AIRPORT DIVISION
FROM: DAVID JACOBS, PE, LS
TITLE: SALINAS BUSINESS PARK, LLC, GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT FOR 1341 MERCER WAY IDENTIFIED AS APN: 003-862-001 AT THE
SALINAS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve a resolution approving and authorizing the execution of the Ground Lease between the City and Salinas Business Park, LLC, for the property located at 1341 Mercer Way identified as APN 003-862-001-000, at the Salians Municipal Airport.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Ground Lease Agreement would allow Salinas Business Park, LLC (the “Tenant”) to develop
13.25 acres of undeveloped land in front of the Salinas Airport at 1341 Mercer Way identified as APN 003-862-001-000 (the “ Premise”). The Developer’s proposed project would accommodate light industrial, and warehouse uses, with a maximum building square footage of approximately 229,000 square feet.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Salinas owns multiple properties throughout the City. Specifically, the Airport Property is approximately 13.25 acres located in the area surrounded by Airport Boulevard, Skyway Boulevard, Mortenson Avenue, and Mercer Way (see attached map). Aside from some unmaintained paved roads and small structures, the site has been vacant for many years , with the last serious development proposal being reviewed by the City in 2008.
The proposed tenant and d eveloper is Salinas Business Park, LLC, a California limited liability company, of which Ralph Borelli and Case Swenson are Co -Managers (the “Developer”). Both of these managers specialize in real estate development and investment within the Bay Area and locally within the City of Salinas.
Discussions for this property has been ongoing for several years. The City and the Developer originally entered into an Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement (ENRA) to develop the Premise in February 2018. After continued discu ssions and analysis, a previous project was defined to combine the relocation of the Public Works Corporation Yard to the Premise, which lead to the First Restated and amended ENRA to explore this modified structure to include the Public Works Corporation Yard. This Page | 2
was agreed to between the City and Developer in August 2019. The project was approved by Resolution on May 12, 2020. Between 2020 and 2022, changes to the project resulted in no need for a Public Works Corporation Yard within the 13.25 acres for the City . In 2022 , the City and the Developer entered into a Nineth additional ENRA with ongoing Ground Lease revisions to include the
13.25 acres to be used for the Developer for future development. The ENRA is in its twelfth cycle and expires on June 30, 2024.
The Developer will enter into a Ground Lease for the Premise. Lease Payments would go to the Airport Enterprise Fund. The Ground Lease would have a 50 -year term. Additional details pertaining to the project for development is detailed within the Project Description.
Project Description
The Developer would lease the project site from the City . The entirety of the project site would be developed with warehouse uses. The project would accommodate light industrial, and warehouse uses, with a maximum building square footage of approximately 229,000 square feet with the option for phased development. The warehouse would generate approximately 29 total jobs. Allowable uses for the site would include general light indus trial and warehousing operations. The site would be developed in accordance with the Development Regulations and Design Standards of the City’s Industrial – Business Park (IBP) Zoning District. The modified project would maintain the same General Plan land use designation (Public/Semi-public) and Zoning designation (IBP) as the original project for the project site (similar to the existing development found nearby on Moffett and La Guardia Streets). Surface parking, landscaping, lighting, and other site imp rovements would be provided as mandated by the City. The project would remove the small storage shed, seven existing trees, one tree stump, and any other existing facilities on site. A landscaping plan, required by the City of Salinas, would satisfy required replanting on site.
Proposed Warehouse
The project includes the development of up to 229,000 square feet of distribution warehouses on the project site in phases. The total warehouse square footage may be developed in one building or with multiple buildings. On-site buildings would not exceed the 36-foot height described in the adopted IS-MND for the original project.
Circulation
The project would include the removal of Jeffery Avenue, Anderson Avenue, and an unnamed roadway between Jeffery Avenue a nd Anderson Avenue. In addition, the project would widen Mercer Way at the northern intersection with Airport Boulevard to allow for wider turns being made by trucks entering and existing the project site. Cul -de-sacs would be added to the southern ends of Mercer Way and Skyway Boulevard. The Project includes 261 parking spaces, including electric vehicle parking pursuant to code requirements. A total of 30 truck loading bays would be constructed at the warehouse building, with internal circulation providing adequate turning radiuses for trucks to access the loading bays.
LEASE TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Proposed transaction terms:
Premise: Up to 229,000 SF building within the potential for phased Original Term: 50 years
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Total Lease Duration: 50 years
Rental Escalation: see below
Rental Schedule: see below
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
The environmental impacts of the project have been analyzed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (California Public Resources Code [PRC] § 21000 et seq.) and the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations [CCR], Title 14, §15000 et seq.).
An Initial Study was prepared to evaluate the potential impacts associated with the adoption of the Ground Lease. Based on the environmental analysis, the project would have no impact or a less than significant impact on the following environmental issues: Aesthetics, Agriculture and Forestry Resources, Air Quality, Energy, Greenhouse Gases, Hydrology and Water Quality, Land Use and Planning, Mineral Resources, Noise, Population and Housing, Public Services, Recreation, Utilities and Service Systems, and Wi ldfires. The project’s impacts on the following environmental issues would be less than significant with the incorporation of mitigation: Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Geology and Soils, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Transportation, and Tribal Cultural Resources. Based upon review of the Initial Study, the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment because the Mitigation Measures outlined in the proposed Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) have been included in the project.
The MND was circulated to the State Clearinghouse on October 21, 2019, for a 30-day review period (SCH #2019109058). This 30 -day review period ended on November 20, 2019, at 5:00 pm. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 18, 2019, where it considered the IS/MND and MMRP. After making some revisions to the proposed MMRP, the Planning Commission recommended by a 6-1 vote that the City Council adopt the IS/MND and MMRP.
An addendum to the approved IS/MND was compl eted in February 2024. This addendum has been prepared by the City to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of the proposed modified project in accordance with the relevant provisions of CEQA and Section 15164 of the CEQA Guidelines.
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Pursuant to Section 15164(b) of the CEQA Guidelines, an addendum to an adopted negative declaration may be prepared by the Lead Agency that prepared the original negative declaration if only minor technical changes or additions are necessary or none of the conditions described in Section 15162 have occurred that require preparation of a Subsequent IS-MND. Based upon review of the Addendum, the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment because the Mitigation Measures outlined in the proposed Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) have been included in the project.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
The Ground Lease Agreement would promote the Council’s Strategic Plan goals of Economic Development.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The Public Works Department Airport Division , Community Development District, City Attorney’s office participated in the negotiation of terms for the Ground Lease . The Public Works Department Airport Division prepared updates of the Airport Master Plan to allow for the proposed uses at the Airport Property and coordinated with the FAA to meet requirements imposed by that agency. The Public Works Department Traffic & Transportation Division coordinated the preparation of the project’s traffic study for the subsequent addendum CEQA study.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
The Airport Property Ground Lease would have a 50 -year term. The Developer would pay a fixed $0.03 per square foot of land area; these funds would be provided to the Airport Enterprise Fund. The Base Rent shall remain fixed for the first twenty years of the Lease with an annual rent of $207,781 .
This amount is consistent with market rates given the amount of work necessary to make the Airport Property “development ready.” The Developer would be responsible for the financing and constructing “Site Improvements” that are necessary to make the site developable, including the relocation of existing utilities, grading, curb/gutter, and sidewalk. By the conclusion of the Agreement, the City would have a projected net profit.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Ground Lease Agreement
Aerial Map of Property
Conceptual Site Plan
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-137, Version: 1
Purchase of Network Systems Software
Approve a Resolution authorizing the purchase and installation of network systems software from Cadence Inc., in an amount not to exceed $38,000.
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
FROM: SELINA ANDREWS, ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR
BY: CARLOS ORTEGA, INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER
TITLE: PURCHASE OF NETWORK SYSTEMS SOFTWARE
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager and the Purchasing Agent to purchase and approve the installation of network systems software from Cadence Inc., in an amount not to exceed $38,000.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City of Salinas continues to update its network security systems as recommended in the 2022 Information Technology Master Plan (IT Master Plan) . The Finance Department is requesting authorization to move forward with the purchase of software and configuration services from Cadence Inc. to further improve access and availability to technology resources for staff.
BACKGROUND:
The current resolution is the second step to a prior resolution in May of 2023 to procure network hardware to facilitate secure access to technology resources for City staff. The 2022 IT Master Plan identified and recommended the upgrade of the existing system components to improve security and access to technology resources . Th e purchase of the proposed software and configuration services will help meet the recommendation.
The City of Salinas contracts with Cadence Inc. for network support services. Cadence Inc. worked with staff for the initial phase of this initiative and is the only qualified vendor to perform the work.
Detailed information related to the actual services are sensitive. Report details are limited to ensure the integrity of City technology systems.
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CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project . The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
This request supports the City Council’s Strategic Goals and Strategies of Effective and Culturally Responsive Government, by ensuring that the information systems can support City programs, projects, and City services for the community.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
This staff report has been coordinated w ith the City Manager’s Office and the City Attorney’s Office.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
Funding for this purchase was approved through the FY 23 -24 annual budget process and is available and appropriated in 1000.20.2033.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-150, Version: 1
Agreement with iHeartMedia for Police Recruitment Advertising Approve a Resolution authorizing an Agreement with iHeartMedia Entertainment Inc. for police recruitment advertising and marketing services for an amount not to exceed $54,800.
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: MARCH 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: SALINAS POLICE DEPARTMENT
FROM: JOHN MURRAY, ACTING CHIEF OF POLICE
BY: TONYA ERICKSON, POLICE SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR
TITLE: AGREEMENT WITH IHEART MEDIA FOR POLICE
RECRUITMENT ADVERTISING
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
A motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a 5-month Agreement with iHeartMedia Entertainment Inc. for police recruitment advertising and marketing services for an amount not to exceed $54,800.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the execution of a 5-month Agreement with iHeartMedia Entertainment Inc. for police recruitment advertising and marketing services for an amount not to exceed $54,800.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Police Department is at critical sworn staffing levels, with only 127 sworn officers as of March 1, 2024. Given the approval of new police hiring incentives, the Salinas police Department wants to maximize our recruitment efforts and desires to enter into a Service Agreement with iHeartMedia Entertainment Inc. for a comprehensive audio and visual marketing campaign.
Marketing will include audio commercials, radio endorsements, streaming commercials, podcast spots, and social media displays and advertisements. We anticipate advertising and marketing to begin by March 25th and extend through July 14th.
BACKGROUND:
The Police Department is at critical sworn staffing levels, with only 127 sworn officers as of March 1, 2024. When factoring in recruit s and trainees, we have 134 of the 161 authorized sworn positions filled, and a remaining 27 positions vacant. On March 7, 2023, the City Council approved the initial police hiring incentive and on March 5, 2024, the City Council approved and expanded hiring incentive to support increased recruitment efforts. After the passage of the initial hiring incentive, the Ci ty saw an increase in applications and successfully hired nine Police Page | 2
Recruits and four lateral Police Officers, yet still experienced an overall decline in sworn staffing due to the departure of fifteen existing sworn personnel.
Given the approval of new police hiring incentives, the Salinas Police Department wants to maximize our recruitment efforts and desires to enter into a Service Agreement with iHeartMedia Entertainment Inc. for a comprehensive audio and visual marketing campaign. Marketing will include audio commercials, radio endorsements, streaming commercials, podcast spots, and social media displays and a dvertisements. We anticipate advertisement and marketing to begin by March 25th and extend through July 14 th. The audio marketing will begin initially but given the additional production time required for visual marketing, that component will start approximately a month later.
iHeart Media encompasses multiple radio and social media outlets, including local English and Spanish stations, and contracts for advertising on many more. The extensive reach of iHeart Media makes them uniquely qualified to perform this recruitment -related advertising and marketing to ensure we reach the broadest audience, while still focusing on a target radius that is likely to result in successful applicants. Although the iHeartMedia Corporation is based in Texas, there is a local iHeartMedia office. The City Council has the authority to approve this Service Agreement under Salinas Municipal code Section 12-27 and without application of the local purchasing preference pursuant to Salinas Municipal Code Section 12-28.080.
POLICE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Given the transition in Police Department leadership, no Police Community Advisory Committee (PCAC) meetings were held in January or February 2024. The Acting Police Chief will discuss this Marketing Agreement with PCAC at the March 27, 2024, meeting. The Committee will have an opportunity to ask questions and provide comments or concerns.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project . The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
Approving the proposed Resolution will support the City Council’s Strategic Plan Goals of Public Safety and Effective and Culturally Responsive Government.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The Police Department will coordinate with the Legal Department on the Service Agreement and will coordinate with the Finance Department during implementation.
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FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
Funds are appropriated and available within the Police Department budget. Account 1100.40.4112-64.1200 will be used for payment.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Agreement with iHeartMedia and Marketing Agreement
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#23-745, Version: 1
Surveillance Technology Ordinance
Adopt an Ordinance to add Article IV to Chapter 27 of the Salinas Municipal Code related to the use of surveillance technology.
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CITY OF SALINAS
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
DATE: March 19, 2024
DEPARTMENT: CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
FROM: CHRISTOPHER A. CALLIHAN, CITY ATTORNEY
TITLE: SURVEILLANCE TECHNOLOGY ORDINANCE
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Consider adoption of an ordinance adding Article IV to Chapter 27 of the Salinas Municipal Code related to the use of surveillance technology.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting an ordinance adding Article IV to Chapter 27 of the Salinas Municipal Code related to the use of surveillance technology.
BACKGROUND:
Council member Rocha, with the support of Council members González and Sandoval, requested that this proposed ordinance come forward for the City Council’s consideration.
The purpose of the ordinance is to provide guidance for the capture, storage, and use of digital data. All data will be closely safeguarded and protected by both procedural and technological means. As new technologies emerge and a re put to use by the City, the City Council seeks to reaffirm the commitment to privacy rights of its community members by codifying an ordinance that will provide for City Council oversight and transparency in the purchase and use of surveillance technolo gies. The proposed ordinance addresses surveillance technology that is currently available and in use and allows for the inclusion of new surveillance technologies that may be developed in the future. The approach incorporated into the proposed ordinance establishes a reporting and approval process that can increase transparency without compromising public safety, limiting local control, or requiring additional resources.
CEQA CONSIDERATION:
Not a Project. The City of Salinas has determined that the proposed action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378).
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STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
This item relates to the City Council’s Strategic Goal of providing effective and culturally responsive government.
DEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The City Attorney’s Office prepared the proposed ordinance.
FISCAL AND SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:
There is no direct impact on the City’s General Fund with the City Council’s consideration and adoption of the proposed ordinance
ATTACHMENTS:
Ordinance
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ORDINANCE NO. _______ (N.C.S.)
AN ORDINANCE ADDING ARTICLE IV TO CHAPTER 27 OF THE SALINAS
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO THE COLLECTION AND USE OF DIGITAL City Attorney Impartial Analysis
This ordinance adds Article IV to Chapter 27 of the Salinas Municipal Code to provide a process for the acquisition and use of digital data obtained through the use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Technology.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF SALINAS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Article IV is hereby added to Chapter 27 of the Salinas Municipal Code to read as follows:
Article IV. Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Data Collection and Retention.
Sec. 27-04.01. Purpose and Findings.
(a) The purpose and intent of this article is to impose safeguards to protect civil liberties and civil rights.
(b) The City Council finds that collection and use of digital d ata obtained through the use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology must be balanced with the need to:
investigate and prevent crimes; protect crime victims and society from those who commit crimes; protect civil rights and civil liberties, in cluding privacy and free expression; and the costs to the City.
(c) The City Council finds that proper transparency, oversight and accountability for the collection and use of such digital data is fundamental to protecting the rights and civil liberties, including privacy and free expression, of all people.
Sec. 27-04.02. Operations.
An ALPR shall only be used for official law enforcement business and may be used in conjunction with any routine patrol operation or criminal investigation. ALPR equipment and data may not be used for any unauthorized purpose and shall be used consistent w ith state law, currently codified at California Civil Code section 1798.90.5, et seq.
Sec. 27-04.03. Data Collection and Retention.
(a) ALPR data shall be transferred from vehicles to the designated storage in accordance with Salinas Police Department procedures.
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(b) All downloaded ALPR data shall be stored for a minimum of one year and in accordance with the City’s records retention policy. Thereafter, ALPR data should be purged unless it has become, or it is reasonable to believe it will become, evidence in a criminal or civil action or is subject to a discovery request or other lawful action to produce records. In those circumstances, the applicable ALPR data should be booked into evidence.
(c) All ALPR data shall be accessible only through a login/password-protected system capable of documenting all access of information by name, date, and time. (d) ALPR data may be accessed only for legitimate law enforcement purposes, such as when the data relates to a specific criminal investigation or department-related civil or administrative action.
(e) ALPR system audits shall be conducted on a regular basis.
Sec. 27-04.04. Releasing ALPR Data.
ALPR data may be shared only with other law enforcement or prosecutorial agencies for official law enforcement purposes or as otherwise permitted by law.
SECTION 2. All ordinances and parts of ordinances and all resolutions and parts of resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed as of the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3. Publication. The City Clerk shall cause a summary of this ordinance to be published once in a newspaper published and circulated in Salinas within fifteen (15) days after adoption. (Salinas Charter Section 11.9)
SECTION 4. CEQA Compliance. The City Council’s adoption of this ordinance is no t a project subject to environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3)).
SECTION 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of any competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.
The Salinas City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each and every section, subsection, clause, and phase thereof not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance will take effect thirty (30) days from and after its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this _____ day of _________________, 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
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NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
APPROVED:
________________________________________
Kimbley Craig, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________________
Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________________
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City of Salinas
Legislation Text
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas,
CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
File #: ID#24-142, Version: 1
a. Existing Litigation - California Government Code Section 54956.9, conference with legal counsel regarding, George Lauricella vs. City of Salinas, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case Number (s): ADJ6785249; ADJ16272651.
b. Existing Litigation - California Government Code Section 54956.9, conference with legal counsel regarding, Cappy Pottorff vs. City of Salinas, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case Number(s):
ADJ16482422; ADJ15564386.
c. Existing Litigation - California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), conference with legal counsel regarding, Louis Montano, et al. v. City of Salinas, et al. Monterey Superior Court Case No. 21CV003635.
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