DRAFT MINUTES
CITY OF SEASIDE REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR 440 HARCOURT AVE
AGENCY TO THE Thursday, May 16, 2024
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 the invocation. The pledge was led by Council/Agency Member Burks.
4. REVIEW OF AGENDA
Item 7P was pulled from consideration from the consent agenda. An urgency item was added by 4/5th vote for a closed session and will be item 12D – Conference with legal counsel pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(2) – Existing Litigation:
Monterey County Superior Court, Case Name: Petrovich Development, et al. v. City of Seaside, et al., Case Number: Case # 21CV003630.
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to amend the agenda.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: BURKS, GARCIA-ARRAZOLA, MILLER, OGLESBY, PACHECO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Rikki Ross, Bobby Maxwell, Peter Kaiser, Tanya Roos
6. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
A. SEASIDE CITY NEWS BROADCAST OF UPCOMING CITYWIDE EVENTS
AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS COVERING EVENTS BETWEEN MAY 16 THROUGH JUNE 8
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Thursday, May 16, 2024 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 2 Citywide Events and Community Announcements Video reviewed the following upcoming events:
• ARTS4MC is conducting a Community Input Workshop, Saturday, May 18th, from 9:30am-1pm, at Palenke Arts. To RSVP for this even, visit ARTS4MC.ORG.
• The Seaside Recreation Department is holding a Lifeguard Class on Saturday, May 18th, from 8am-5pm, at Pattullo Swim Center. The entry fee for Seaside residents is 135 dollars, 150 dollars for non-residents, and for those who are ready to give a commitment to be employed by the City, the class is FREE! For more information, follow @SeasideRecreation on Instagram, or call 831-899- 6800.
• May 19th through the 25th is National Public Works Week! 2024 Marks the 64th year that the American Public Works Association has recognized engineers, managers, and employees at all levels of government and the public sector for their hard work and dedication.
• On Saturday, May 18th, the Seaside Police Department, along with the Transportation Agency for Monterey and their Safe Routes to School Program, invite you to Kids Bike Safety Day! This fun-filled family event will start at 10am, at Roberts Lake Park. Kids of all ages can test their skills on an obstacle course and learn essential safety tips. There will be safety gear giveaways, including helmets, bike lights, and bells-- which will be handed out on a FirstCome First-Serve basis. So, hop on your bike and head over for a group ride around Roberts Lake until 1pm. Don’t miss this chance to connect with your local police department and enjoy a day of cycling and fun! • Residents of lower socio-economic status can pick up Free Boxes of Produce Every Thursday, from 3-7pm at Laguna Grande Park during the Seaside Farmer’s Market. The boxes are handed out on a first come, first served basis, and quantity is limited. Be sure to bring proof of status in order to collect. • The Seaside Fire Department, in collaboration with neighboring Fire Departments, is joining forces to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. This initiative will take place on Saturday, May 25th, from 10am – 4pm, at the intersection of Playa Avenue and California Avenue in Sand City.
This event was spearheaded by Seaside Fire’s own Liliana Garcia, so, lets show our Seaside pride and help these amazing Firefighters fill their boots with donations for this important cause!
• The City of Seaside is developing their first Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.
There are three ways that you can participate in this discussion in the month of May. For more information, and to access the survey for this project, visit the News Flash section of the City’s website.
• Pattullo Swim Center’s Annual Summer Kick-Off on Saturday, May 25th, from 1-3PM
• Wednesday, May 29th, MBFC will host the top team in the Eastern Conference, the Charleston Battery, in a duel for standing supremacy. New Mexico United will be in town for a Sunday afternoon contest on June 2nd at 4pm. Two games in 5 days? There is no reason to miss some top shelf summer footy at the Kelp Fortress. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit MontereyBayFC.com!
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Thursday, May 16, 2024 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 3 • On Saturday, June 15th, starting at 1pm, the Monterey County Black Caucus presents the 5th annual Juneteenth Monterey County event at Laguna Grande Park.
• CalFresh EBT and SUNBucks card holders…Now is the time to DOUBLE your purchasing power at local produce vendors. There are two ways to take advantage of this exciting deal: Visit a participating Farmer’s Market—Every time you spend 30 dollars or more, you will get an EXTRA 30 dollars worth of fruits and vegetables. Stop by any Monterey County La Princesa Market and receive up to 15 dollars a day with a 50% discount on your purchase of California-grown produce. For more information, and to see where to take advantage of these fantastic deals, text “FOOD” to (831) 215-3342, or visit www.calfresh.org.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT: Robert Daniels
On motion by Council/Agency Member Miller and second by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola, and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to adopt the consent agenda as presented.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: BURKS, GARCIA-ARRAZOLA, MILLER, OGLESBY, PACHECO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
A. APPROVE MINUTES FROM MAY 2, 2024
ACTION: APPROVED
B. APPROVE PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MAY 19 - 25, 2024, AS "NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK"
ACTION: APPROVED
C. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MAY 15, 2024, AS
"NATIONAL PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY", AND MAY 12-18, 2024, AS "NATIONAL POLICE WEEK"
ACTION: APPROVED
D. APPROVE PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MAY 5TH-11TH, 2024 AS
NATIONAL CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION WEEK
ACTION: APPROVED
E. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING LENORA SHERMAN BEAN AS Packet Page 23
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A RECIPIENT OF THE MAYORS KEY TO THE CITY
ACTION: APPROVED
F. APPROVE MAYOR'S YOUTH FUND CONTRIBUTION REQUEST FROM
SEASIDE HIGH SCHOOL BLACK STUDENT ALLIANCE FOR COST
ASSOCIATED WITH THEIR TRIP TO VISIT HISTORICALLY BLACK
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES, AFRICAN AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS AND
HISTORY MUSEUMS, AND PEACE AND JUSTICE MEMORIAL IN
LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, AND ALABAMA
ACTION: APPROVED
G. APPROVE A FEE WAIVER FROM MONTEREY PENINSULA RAMAYAN
MANDALI FOR THE USE OF THE LAGUNA GRANDE HALL AND KITCHEN FOR THEIR DIWALI NIGHT EVENT ON OCTOBER 12, 2024
ACTION: APPROVED
H. APPROVE THE SALE OF SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS IN THE CITY OF SEASIDE JUNE 28 - JULY 5 BY MONTEREY CONDORS CLUB, SEASIDE AQUATIC CLUB INC., MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN CENTER, WORLD OUTREACH SERVICES INC., IGLESIA VIDA CAMINO VERDAD OF THE
ASSEMBLES OF GOD, THE VILLAGE PROJECT AND RECOGNIZING
MILITARY SERVICE CENTER
ACTION: APPROVED
I. APPROVE A MAYOR'S YOUTH FUND CONTRIBUTION REQUEST FROM WE
WORSHIP COLLECTIVE FOR COST ASSOCIATED WITH THEIR YOUTH
SUMMER CAMP
ACTION: APPROVED
J. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 STREET REPAIR PROJECT LIST TO BE FUNDED IN PART WITH SB1: THE ROAD MAINTENANCE REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017 FUNDS,
AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT TO THE CALIFORNIA
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
K. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT AND
SUBMISSION OF THE REGIONAL EARLY ACTION PLANNING (REAP 2.0)
GRANT APPLICATION FOR HOUSING ELEMENT IMPLEMENTATION
ACTIVITIES
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
L. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ON-CALL CONSULTANT LIST FOR Packet Page 24
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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INVESTIGATION, WASTE
CHARACTERIZATION, AND REMEDIATION DESIGN AND INSPECTION
SERVICES
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
M. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACTING 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
N. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACTING 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
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
O. ADOPT A RESOLUTION CREATING THE POSITION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
BUDGET AND MODIFYING THE POSITION ALLOCATION LIST TO
REFLECT ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
P. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE REMOTE MEETING
PARTICIPATION POLICY AND REINSTATING THE ACCEPTANCE OF
PUBLIC COMMENT VIA VIRTUAL TELE-CONFERNCING PLATFORM
(CURRENTLY ZOOM) EFFECTIVE JUNE 6, 2024
ACTION: NO ACTION – PULLED FROM AGENDA
Q. ADOPT A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024, FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS A QUESTION “SHALL THE TERM OF OFFICE FOR MAYOR BE FOUR YEARS?” COMMENCING WITH THE 2026 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
R. REVIEW AND TAKE ACTION ON THE TRAFFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION FOR 2 HOUR PARKING IN FRONT OF 1424-1444
FREMONT BOULEVARD
ACTION: APPROVED
8. PUBLIC HEARING
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Thursday, May 16, 2024 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 6 A. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA-24-01: AN AMENDMENT TO THE
GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF SEASIDE TO REPEAL AND REPLACE THE
ENTIRETY OF THE GENERAL PLAN, EXCLUDING THE HOUSING ELEMENT, WITH A NEW GENERAL PLAN, ENTITLED SEASIDE 2040; AND
CERTIFYING AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT PREPARED FOR THE
PROJECT
Andy Myrick, Economic Development & Community Planning Manager provided a presentation reviewing the new general plan entitled Seaside 2040.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Laura Davis, Patrick Furtado, Bill Weigl, Tanya Roos, Kay Cline On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Burks and carried by the following, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to adopt a resolution certifying the final environmental impact report for the Seaside 2040 general plan update project, make the CEQA findings, and adopt a mitigation monitoring and reporting program.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: BURKS, GARCIA-ARRAZOLA, MILLER, OGLESBY, PACHECO
NOES: NOES
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
On motion by Council/Agency Member Burks and second by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola, and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to adopt a resolution amending the seaside general plan to repeal and replace the entirety of the seaside general plan, excluding the housing element, with a new general plan entitled Seaside 2040.
RESULT: 4-1-0-0
AYES: BURKS, GARCIA-ARRAZOLA, OGLESBY, PACHECO
NOES: MILLER
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
9. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE UPDATED SIDEWALK
INSPECTION AND REPAIR PROGRAM; RECEIVE AN UPDATE ON
SIDEWALK MAINTENANCE; AND APPROVING AN ENCROACHMENT
PERMIT FEE WAIVER FOR PROPERTY OWNERS REQUIRED TO REPAIR
OR REPLACE THE SIDEWALK FRONTING THEIR PROPERTY
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Thursday, May 16, 2024 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 7 Nisha Patel, Public Works Director/City Engineer, provided a presentation reviewing the sidewalk inspection and repair program. The updates proposed were to clarify the documentation and maintenance process, and to include an option for property owners to pay for the City to initiate repairs.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Miller, and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Succcessor Agency moved to approve the updated sidewalk inspection and repair program; and approve an encroachment permit fee waiver for property owners required to repair or replace the sidewalk fronting their property.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: BURKS, GARCIA-ARRAZOLA, MILLER, OGLESBY, PACHECO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
B. RECEIVE A PRESENTATION AND CONSIDER ADOPTING A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE CITY OF SEASIDE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
Dan Meewis, Recreation Director, introduced consultant, Steve Duh, Conservation Technix, Inc. Mr. Duh provided a presentation reviewing the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, its community engagement efforts.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Rachel Christopherson, Bobby Maxwell, Tanya Roos On motion Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola and second by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the parks and recreation master plan.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: BURKS, GARCIA-ARRAZOLA, MILLER, OGLESBY, PACHECO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO
10. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
A. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
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Thursday, May 16, 2024 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 8 None
B. FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS REQUESTS
None
11. CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER, CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS
AND REPORTS ON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Reports provided.
12. CLOSED SESSION
Sheri Damon, City Attorney, read the closed session items and expected to provide a report out.
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.8
Property: The Property Commonly Referred to As Campus Town (Property bounded by Highway 1/1st Avenue, 7th Avenue, Lightfighter/Colonel Durham Street, and Gigling)
Agency Negotiators: City Manager, et al.
Negotiating Parties: KBB Seaside Venture, et al. and City of Seaside Under Negotiation: price, terms of payment or both
No report.
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9-EXISTING LITIGATION
Monterey County Superior Court
Case Name: Arzadon, et al. v. City of Seaside, et al.
Case Number: Case # 20CV003118
May 10, 2024, the court entered an order to award the City $177,818.83 for the recovery of cost associated with addressing the abatement of a drug house.
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9 (d)(2)
Potential Litigation (2 Matters)
No report.
D. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9-EXISTING LITIGATION
Monterey County Superior Court
Case Name: Petrovich Development, et al. v. City of Seaside, et al.
Case Number: Case # 21CV003630
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Thursday, May 16, 2024 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 9 The City Council decided to pursue a conditional settlement of $850,000.00
13. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business the meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Dominique L. Davis, City Clerk Ian N. Oglesby, Mayor
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