Salinas City Council District 3 Vacancy
Jim Pia, Interim City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
April 23, 2024
1 Executive Summary
April 9, 2024 Letter: Council member McShane informed the Mayor that he is resigning from the City Council effective May 10, 2024.
Vacancies on the City Council require the City Council to act to fill the vacancy (Salinas Charter Section 2.7(a)) 2 Discussion
Options under Salinas Charter Section 2.7(a): Appointment Appoint a resident of District 3 to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term (28-day residency requirement) Appoint a resident of District 3 to fill the vacancy through the election of a successor in the November 5, 2o24, General Election Appointment would require an application and interview process: Public Hearing 3 Discussion, continued
Options under Salinas Charter Section 2.7(a): Appointment; Application and Interview Process Applications released to the public: April 24, 2024
Deadline for submission to City Clerk: May 10, 2024
City Council Public Hearing, interviews and possible appointment: May 21, 2024 Appointee’s first meeting, following oath of office: June 11, 2024 4 Discussion, continued
Options Under Salinas Charter Section 2.7(a): Election
If the Council does not fill the vacant seat by appointment, it must call an election to be held.
The seat would remain vacant until the election of a successor.
Special Election: Not earlier than September 1, 2024
Consolidated Election: November 5, 2024
5 Strategic Plan Initiative
Effective and Culturally Responsive Government (City of Salinas Strategic Plan 2022-2025) 6 Fiscal Impact
Appointment for remainder of term: No impact on the General Fund Appointment through November 5, 2024,consolidated election:
$7.00 - $10.00 per registered voter in District 3
$101,801 - $145,430
Special Election:
$16.00 - $24.00 per registered voter in District 3
$232,688 - $349,032
7 Recommended Motion
Provide direction to the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk with respect to filling the vacant Salinas City Council District 3 seat 8