DRAFT MINUTES
CITY OF SEASIDE REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR 440 HARCOURT AVE
AGENCY TO THE Thursday, May 18, 2023
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 5:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor/Chair Oglesby called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL – ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
PRESENT: Burks, Oglesby, Pacheco, Miller
ABSENT: Garcia-Arrazola
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was delivered by Rev. Kenneth Murray, Ocean View Baptist Church.
The pledge was led by Council Member Burks.
4. REVIEW OF AGENDA
A presentation to honor Ms. Jackie Robinson, and proclamations for Ms. Valerie Castile and National Police Week were added to the agenda by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Burks, Oglesby, Pacheco, Miller
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Garcia-Arrazola
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Annalisa Mitchell, Eugene C?, Robin Owens, Janelle Lafawn, Pastor Ronald Britt, Steven Goings, Ann Marie Pagan, Rev. Kenneth Murray, Tanja Roos
6. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
A. FIREWORKS ENFORCEMENT UPDATE (POLICE CHIEF NICHOLAS
BORGES)
Chief Borges provided an update to the Council regarding plans for fireworks enforcement and reiterated the effectiveness for residents affected by illegal fireworks to contact the hotlines and 24/7 numbers.
Fireworks Enforcement Hotlines open on July 4 and are as follows, 831-899-6756, 831-899-6747, and 831-899-6748 (available now). Police dispatch can be reached at 831-394-6811 (available now), and 831-769-8888. Residents can send a text to 831- 242-0435.
7. PRESENTATIONS
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Thursday, May 18, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 2 A presentation honoring the life of Ms. Jackie Robinson was given by the Mayor, including comments from the Robinson Family and a prayer of comfort from her Pastor, Rev. Harold Lusk (Bethel Missionary Baptist Church).
A. UPCOMING CITYWIDE EVENTS AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS (RECREATION DIRECTOR, DAN MEEWIS)
Director Meewis provided a presentation and reviewed the following upcoming events:
• International Festival – May 20 – City Hall Lawn
• Free smoke alarm installation – May 20 – Sonoma Ave, Fremont Blvd, Canyon Del Rey Blvd, and Charles Ave.
• City Council Budget Study Sessions – May 30 & 31 at 6pm • Environmental Assessment for the Naval Innovation Center at Naval Postgraduate School – Public Comment ends May 31 – https://nicnmontereyea.com/publiccomment • Baseball & Softball Summer league – registration ends May 31 – gojrgiants.org • Tree Giveaway – Seaside Residents – bit.ly/seasidefreetree23 • Community Survey for Seaside Parks & Recreation Master Plan – surveymonkey.com/r/Seasideparks
• Seaside Parks & Recreation Master Plan Open House – June 8 – Oldemeyer Center • Community Open House – June 10 – City Hall Lawn 12-4pm • Farmer’s Market – Projected for June 15 (Vendors wanted!) – everyonesharvest.org
• Community Workshop for the Revised Public Draft Plan & 6th Cycle Housing Element Release – June 22 – Oldemeyer Center, 6-8pm
• Exotics on Broadway – August 19 – Broadway Ave 1-6pm
• Family & Community Support Program – (831) 899-6852
• Friends of Seaside Parks Association Park Clean Ups – May 20, 27, June 3, June 10 • Monterey Bay F.C. Home Games – May 20, 31, June 3, June 24 Follow us on social media: facebook.com/SeasideCA, Instagram: @cityofseaside, Twitter: @City_of_Seaside
Fire Chief Mary Gutierrez, announced that on Saturday, May 20, in collaboration with MPC, the Fire Department will be hosting the first girl Fire boot camps for 33 participants.
B. GENERAL PLAN 2040 PROGRESS REPORT (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AND COMMUNITY PLANNING MANAGER, ANDREW MYRICK & HOUSING
PROGRAM MANAGER ALEXIA RAPOPORT)
Program Managers Myrick and Rapoport provided a joint presentation which reviewed the background of the General Plan 2040 that was last updated in 2004 and began Packet Page 10
Thursday, May 18, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 3 the process in 2015. The General Plan update is currently at the stage of the draft general plan and will proceed to the Environmental Initial Review and the Final General Plan, staff will continue its community engagement efforts. The following plans have been to solicit and collect community feedback:
• The Revised Public Draft will be circulated for public review and comment from May 22, 2023 through June 26, 2023.
• Outreach Activities will include:
o City Commissions
o Planning Commission
o Public Workshops: virtual June 20th 6pm-8pm and in-person June 22nd 6pm-8pm at the Oldemeyer Center
o City Presence at Community Events
o Outreach via Community Partners
o Post Revised Draft Online for Review
* Materials and community workshops will be available in English/Spanish.
C. CONCEPT REVIEW FOR FREMONT CENTER MEDIANS (NISHA PATEL,
PUBLIC WORK DIRECTOR/ CITY ENGINEER)
Director Patel provided a presentation and reviewed the condition of the center divider medians along Fremont Avenue from 2008-2019, the observations made regarding the different treatments that have been installed, the proposed concept includes an effort to maintain all existing trees, Cobblestone paving for all areas under 6-ft wide (turn pockets), Approximately 10,800 Sq-Ft, Artificial turf in all wider areas: Provides a uniform appearance and texture, Serves as a weed barrier as well, Approximately 31,300 Sq-Ft.
D. HUMAN RESOURCES UPDATE (SAMANTHA SAKHRANI, HUMAN
RESOURCES ANALYST)
HR Analyst Sakhrani, HR Administrative Assistant Vanessa Gonzalez, and HR Sr.
Administrative Assistant Melissa Failuaga provided a presentation that the activities conducted by the department from January – April, absent an HR Director.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council Member Burks and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, in addition to the items added during the review of agenda: Approve Proclamations for National Police Week and appreciation for Valerie Castile.
There were no items pulled or comments from the public. The City Clerk attempted to receive public comment from a member of the public that was participating via Zoom, identified as “Marissa”; however, after several attempts, there was no response.
RESULT: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Burks, Oglesby, Pacheco, Miller
NOES: None
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Thursday, May 18, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 4 ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Garcia-Arrazola
A. APPROVE MINUTES FROM APRIL 20, 2023
ACTION: Approved
B. ACCEPT AND FILE THE CASH AND INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR THE CITY
OF SEASIDE AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF SEASIDE FOR THE QUARTER ENDING MARCH 31, 2023
ACTION: Accepted & Filed
C. APPROVE PROCLAMATION DECLARING MAY 21 - 27, 2023, AS "NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK" IN THE CITY OF SEASIDE
ACTION: Approved
D. APPROVE A FEE WAIVER FROM THE "RECOGNIZING MILITARY SERVICE CENTER" FOR THE USE OF THE LAGUNA GRANDE HALL FOR THEIR BLACK HISTORY IS AMERICAN HISTORY EVENT ON FEBRUARY 03, 2024 ACTION: Approved
E. APPROVE A FEE WAIVER REQUEST FROM NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS FOR
THE USE OF LAGUNA GRANDE HALL FOR A WOMEN'S BRUNCH ON
JANUARY 27, 2024
ACTION: Approved
F. APPROVE THE NON-PROFIT VENDOR LIST AND LOCATIONS FOR THE
SALE OF SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS IN THE CITY OF SEASIDE FROM JUNE 28 - JULY 5 BY MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN CENTER, SEASIDE AQUATIC CLUB INC., WORLD OUTREACH SERVICES INC., MONTEREY
CONDORS CLUB, THE VILLAGE PROJECT AND IGLESIA VIDA CAMINO
VERDAD OF THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD
ACTION: Approved
G. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
A USE AGREEMENT WITH THE SEASIDE AQUATICS CLUB FOR A
FIREWORKS BOOTH ON A CITY-OWNED PARKING LOT LOCATED AT 490
BROADWAY AVENUE
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-79
H. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A USE AGREEMENT WITH THE VILLAGE PROJECT INC. FOR A
FIREWORKS BOOTH ON A CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1271
CANYON DEL REY BOULEVARD
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Thursday, May 18, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 5 ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-80
I. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING CLASSIFICATION ADJUSTMENTS
FOR THE POSITION OF ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-81
J. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TRANSPORTATION AGENCY
FOR MONTEREY COUNTY (TAMC) AGREEMENT FOR THE ALLOCATION OF
FUNDING AS APPROVED BY THE TAMC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-82
K. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH WALLACE GROUP FOR
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE
DEL MONTE MANOR STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $11,040.00, AND APPROPRIATING $11,040.00
FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE PROJECT BUDGET
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-83
L. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH KB-BAKEWELL SEASIDE VENTURE II,
LLC FOR CAMPUS TOWN
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-84
M. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL
COMMISSION TO BE THE LEAD AGENCY FOR A CONSOLIDATED COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION FOR THE CALIFORNIA
BROADBAND MIDDLE MILE NETWORK PROJECT
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-85
N. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT
FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND
RECREATION FOR THE RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM IN THE
AMOUNT OF $1.6 MILLION DOLLARS WITH A 12% MATCH OF CITY
FUNDS TO IMPLEMENT PROJECT UNDER THE RECREATIONAL TRAILS
PROGRAM
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-86
O.APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING NATIONAL POLICE WEEK FROM MAY 15-21, 2023.
ACTION: Proclaimed
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Thursday, May 18, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 6 P. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING VALERIE CASTILE, CHIEF
EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE PHILANDRO CASTILO RELIEF FOUNDATION
ACTION: Proclaimed
9. PUBLIC HEARING
A. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND
CONDUCT A FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ZONING MAP FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1620 BROADWAY
AVENUE (FIRST READING - ROLL CALL VOTE) (CEQA CLASS 32
EXEMPTION)
Community & Economic Development Planning Manager Andrew Myrick presented the item and reviewed the general plan amendment that would change the General Plan Land Use Designation to High-Density Residential, change Zoning Designation to High-Density Residential, and would allow residential units without need to subdivide, and also to be consistent with surrounding zoning/uses; the site is located near mass transit lines and is unlikely that full site would be redeveloped.
Public Comment: Miriam Smith, Lisanne Sawhney, Rev. Harold Lusk, Karla Lobo On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/AgenybMember Burks, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to adopt a resolution approving a General Plan amendment; and conducted a first reading of an ordinance approving a Zoning Map Amendment for 1620 Broadway Avenue.
RESULT: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Burks, Oglesby, Pacheco, Miller
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: Adopted Reso #23-87; 2ND Reading to be held on June 1, 2023.
10. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. REVIEW REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) FOR CITY LOBBYIST City Manager Fontes provided a presentation that reviewed the Council’s request, provided a contrast between Request for Qualifications and Request for Proposals, and described the desired services to include Federal, State & Regional Advocacy and Grant Support, professional advocacy, lobbying and grant writing services; capable of maneuvering and influencing the regional, state, and federal political landscapes to implement the city’s strategic priorities; also seeking grant writing services are also needed to help track, identify, and write grant proposals for the Packet Page 14
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Public Comment: Karla Lobo, Dianne Nielson
The Council provided feedback on criteria they wanted included in the request for qualifications proposal including a firm that can offer grant writing and management services; effectively advocating on behalf of the City. Staff was directed to bring back a draft for the Council to review and approve.
B. CONSIDER CO-SPONSORSHIP AND WAIVE ALL FEES RELATED TO PAUSE THE CALLS "KNOW YOUR RIGHTS" TRAINING AT SOPER FIELD
COMMUNITY CENTER ON MAY 20, 2023
Director Meewis provided a presentation that reviewed the fee waiver request an organization to host an event called Pause the Calls – a “know your rights” training on May 20, 2023.
Public Comment: Ann Marie Pagan, Karla Lobo, Rev. Harold Lusk, Steven Goings There was no motion for action and therefore the matter was denied.
11. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
A. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
There were no new Council Member Requests.
B. FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS REQUESTS
City Manager Fontes provided a follow up report on the City’s planned efforts to improve and increase participation in the CalFresh program with Recreation Director Meewis taking lead; and how the City plans to show support the Monterey Bay Football Club after their game wins.
12. CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER, CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS
AND REPORTS ON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Reports provided.
13. CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOGIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.8
Property: A portion of APN 031-151-013 Approximately 5 acres of land generally bounded by Divarty to the North and Second Avenue to the East Agency Negotiators: City Manager, et. al
Negotiating Parties: State of California and City of Seaside Under Negotiation: Price, Terms of Payment, or Both
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Thursday, May 18, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 8 B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 EXISTING LITIGATION
People v. Arzadon
Monterey County Superior Court
Case: 20CV003118
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9- POTENTIAL LITIGATION (2 MATTERS)
14. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:07 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_________________________ _________________________
Dominique L. Davis, City Clerk Ian N. Oglesby, Mayor
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