DRAFT MINUTES
CITY OF SEASIDE REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR 440 HARCOURT AVE
AGENCY TO THE Thursday, August 3, 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, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco ABSENT: None
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A moment of silence was held for invocation. The pledge was led by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola.
4. REVIEW OF AGENDA
City Manager Fontes advised the council that item 8M would be pulled from consideration on the agenda. (Item 8M - Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with Sloan Sakai Attorneys at Law for legal and investigation services in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00) City Attorney Sheri Damon asked that Closed Session items 12E and 12F proceed after public comment.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Lynda Cunningham, Mr. Durant, Candice Thomas, Ray Riordian, Susan Schiavone Mayor/Chair Oglebsy adjourned the meeting into Closed Session for items 12E & 12F.
City Attorney Damon read the closed session items and did not anticipate a report of any action. There were no comments from the public.
Upon return from Closed Session at 6:10 p.m., City Attorney Damon did not have any action to report.
6. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
City Clerk Dominique Davis provided an announcement on behalf of Congressman Jimmy Panetta office regarding the “Pact Act” and the upcoming deadline for veterans to apply for benefits and be eligible for backdated benefits to August 10, 2022.
7. PRESENTATIONS
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Thursday, August 3, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 2 A. PUBLIC SAFETY 4TH OF JULY AFTER ACTION REPORT (POLICE
COMMANDER JUSTIN PASCONE, POLICE CHIEF BORGES AND FIRE
CHIEF GUTIERREZ)
The presentation provided an overview of historical operation of the public safety departments for 4th of July activities and enforcement in the City. The detail for July 4, 2023 was reviewed, and Commander Pascone reported that 68 citations were issued and 73 pounds of fireworks were confiscated. The overtime expenses for police and fire departments totaled $35,224.20. Police Chief Borges provided recommendations for 2024 that included:
• Include Parking Enforcement team on 4th
• Increase number of drones deployed
• Recommend Safe and Sane zones
• Pass out fliers to problematic areas earlier
• Recommend NO PARKING signs/curbs in Gen Jim Blvd
• Host community meeting to get community feedback
• Fire & Police community education (dangers/consequences) B. RECEIVE AN UPDATE ON THE SHORT-TERM RENTAL (STR) PROGRAM (ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST II, HAROON NOORI)
The presentation provided background on the STR program and the changes that have been implemented since November 2022. The implementation timeline was reviewed with 13 hosted and 86 non-hosted STR licenses renewed within the application window from May 11, 2023 to June 30, 2023. Administrative Analyst Noori reported that the City has issued 90 non-hosted STR, and 44 potentially illegal shortterm rentals have been identified and correspondence was sent out on August 2. The program is continually being improved with efforts underway to enhance coordination with Code Enforcement and Police Department.
C. UPCOMING CITYWIDE EVENTS & COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
(RECREATION DIRECTOR, DAN MEEWIS)
• Seaside Farmer’s Market – Every Thursday from 3-7pm at Laguna Grande Park • City Hall & Library Parking Lot Repaving Project – August 21-September 20 • Seaside ADU Loan Program - Interested homeowners are encouraged to visit www.ci.seaside.ca.us/805/ADU-Loan-Program
• Community Flea Market – August 5 at Oldemeyer Center 9:30-1pm • Sunday Blues in the Park – August 6 at 1pm
• Older Adults Program - Luau Dance – August 17 at Oldemeyer Center • Seaside Car Week – August 14-19:
o Porsche Monterey Classic – 1781 Del Monte Blvd. – August 14, 2023 o Concurs d’Lemons – August 19
o Concurs d’Italiano – August 19 at Bayonet Blackhorse Golf Course o Exotics on Broadway – August 19 – 1-6pm
o Hot Cars Cool Nights – July 30, July 28, August 25, September 29 • C.H.A.M.P Mentoring Program, informational session on August 26 at 10-12pm at Packet Page 15
Thursday, August 3, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 3 Oldemeyer Center
• Oaxaca by the Sea, September 23 from 6-7:30pm
• CalFresh Food Program, www.getcalfresh.org
• Complimentary childcare at City Council Meetings, call 831-899-6800 48 hours in advance
• Family and Community Support Program, [email protected] • Friends of Seaside Parks, Park Clean Up dates: August 5, August 12, August 19 • Monterey Bay F.C. Home Games: August 5, August 26
8. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were pulled from the Consent Agenda to allow questions and discussion: 8F (Oglesby), 8I (Miller), 8J (Karla Lobo), and 8L (Pacheco).
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the Consent Agenda except for items 8F, 8I, 8J, and 8L.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
A. APPROVE AND FILE CITY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED & FILED
B. APPROVE AND FILE SUCCESSOR AGENCY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED & FILED
C. 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 JUNE 30, 2023
ACTION: ACCEPTED & FILED
D. APPROVE A MAYOR'S YOUTH FUND CONTRIBUTION REQUEST FROM
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH (CPY) FOR SUMMER PROGRAM ACTION: APPROVED
E. APPROVE A MAYOR'S YOUTH FUND CONTRIBUTION REQUEST FROM WORLD OUTREACH SERVICES, INC. FOR YOUTH FINANCIAL LITERACY
PROGRAM
ACTION: APPROVED
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Thursday, August 3, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 4 F. ACCEPT DONATION FROM FORMER POLICE CHIEF, ANTHONY
SOLLECITO, OF REPLICA SEASIDE PD 1970 "MERCURY MONTEREY"
POLICE CAR TO BE USED BY POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
Police Chief Nick Borges provided a presentation and with Mayor Oglesby presented a gift of appreciation to Former Police Chief Anthony Sollecito for his donation of the vehicle.
There were no comments from the public.
On motion by Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Garica-Arrazola, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to accept the donation of a replica, 1970 Mercury Monterey Seaside Police vehicle.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ACCEPTED
G. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
AGREEMENT WITH VOLER STRATEGIC ADVISORS FOR MEDIA
RELATIONS FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $24,000.00
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #23-117
H. APPROVE A FEE WAIVER REQUEST FROM CENTRAL COAST BOMBERS
BASEBALL TEAM FOR THE USE OF SOPER FIELD AND CUTINO PARK ACTION: APPROVED
I. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN $85,000
REGIONAL EARLY ACTION PLANNING GRANT APPLICATION FOR
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR HOUSING RELATED
PROJECTS
Housing Program Manager, Alexia Rapoport responded to questions from the Council and provided an overview of the REAP grant application process.
There were no comments from the public.
On motion by Council/Agency member Miller and second by Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of an $85,000 REAP grant application.
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Thursday, August 3, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 5 RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #23-118
J. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MODIFICATION OF THE
POSITION CONTROL LIST TO ADD TWO HUMAN RESOURCES
CONFIDENTIAL SPECIALISTS AND DELETE ONE SENIOR
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT-CONFIDENTIAL AND ONE
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES/RISK
MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
Human Resources Director, Sandra Floyd responded to questions from Karla Lobo regarding the number of positions being eliminated and the salary associated with the proposed positions.
There were no comments from the public.
On motion by Council/Agency member Garcia-Arrazola and second by Council/Agency Member Miller, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to adopt a resolution authorizing modification to the position control list.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #23-119
K. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 6.04.010 DOG LICENSING FEE FOR UP TO 50
PARTICIPANTS IN THE MICROCHIP CLINIC EVENT ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 2023
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #23-120
L. REVIEW AND TAKE ACTION ON TRAFFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDATIONS TO DENY AN ADDITIONAL DRIVEWAY ON
KENNETH AVENUE
Assistant Public Works Director, Carolyn Burk responded to questions from the Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Ray Riordan
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Thursday, August 3, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 6 On motion by Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency member Garcia-Arrazola, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the TAC recommendation and deny an additional driveway on Kenneth Avenue.
RESULT: 4-1-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: Miller
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: APPROVED DENIAL TO ADD ADDITIONAL DRIVEWAY ON
KENNETH AVENUE
M. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER
INTO A CONTRACT WITH SLOAN SAKAI ATTORNEYS AT LAW FOR LEGAL
AND INVESTIGATION SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$100,000.00
This item was pulled from the agenda and was not considered.
9. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE 2023 HOT SPOT PAVEMENT REPAIR PROJECT AND APPROVING
A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH DON CHAPIN COMPANY FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $455,613.00 AND A TOTAL PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION COST, INCLUDING 10% CONTINGENCY, OF
$501,174.00
Assistant Public Works Director, Carolyn Burk introduced the item and consultant Joe Ririe, PEI, Inc. Mr. Ririe provided a pavement management program review and responded to questions from the Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Lynda Cunningham
On motion by Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to adopt a resolution approving the plans and specifications for the 2023 Hot Spot pavement repair project.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #23-121
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Thursday, August 3, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 7 B. RECEIVE AND FILE REPORT TO CONSIDER WAIVING TRAFFIC
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (TAC) APPLICATION FEES FOR REQUESTS TO
PAINT A RED CURB IF APPROVED BASED ON PUBLIC BENEFIT AND
SAFETY AND PROVIDE FURTHER STAFF DIRECTION
Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco provided a presentation and Assistant PW Director Burk was available for questions.
There were no comments from the public.
On motion by Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Mayor Oglesby, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the waiving of TAC application fees for requests to paint a red curb if approved based on public benefit and safety.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
C. RECEIVE AND FILE REPORT TO CONSIDER WAIVING FEES FOR
PAINTING A RED CURB IF APPROVED BASED ON PUBLIC BENEFIT AND
SAFETY AND PROVIDE FURTHER STAFF DIRECTION
Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco provided a presentation and Assistant PW Director Burk was available for questions.
There were no comments from the public.
On motion by Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Mayor Oglesby, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the waiving of work intensive fees for requests to paint a red curb if approved based on public benefit and safety.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
D. RECEIVE AND FILE REPORT TO CONSIDER OPTIONS FOR TRAFFIC
MITIGATION ON MONTEREY ROAD AND PROVIDE FURTHER STAFF
DIRECTION
Council/Agency Member Miller provided further details to his request and Assistant PW Director Burk responded to questions from the Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Lois Duepree, Allan Groves, Camille Groves Packet Page 20
Thursday, August 3, 2023 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 8 On motion by Council/Agency Miller and second by Mayor Oglesby, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to direct staff to follow up with a more in depth analysis at a future meeting.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
10. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
A. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
None
B. FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS REQUESTS
City Manager Fontes reported the lobbyist RFP was released.
11. CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER, CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS
AND REPORTS ON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Reports provided.
12. CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Damon read the closed sessions items and did not anticipate a report out.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Karla Lobo
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.8
B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.8
No action to report.
C. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
No action to report.
D. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9- POTENTIAL LITIGATION (2 MATTERS)
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E. EVALUATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957:
No action to report.
F. EVALUATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957:
No action to report.
Upon return from Closed Session, there was no action to report.
13. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting adjourned in honor of Ms. Chester McClair 100th birthday at 11:21 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_________________________ _________________________
Dominique L. Davis, City Clerk Ian N. Oglesby, Mayor
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