FINAL MINUTES
CITY OF SEASIDE REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR 440 HARCOURT AVE
CALIFORNIR AGENCY TO THE Thursday, August 7, 2025
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 5:00 PM
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
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A moment of silence was held for invocation. The pledge was led by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco.
REVIEW OF AGENDA
No changes.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Tom Levobosky, Lucille Yuskov, Bobby Maxwell
6. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
A. SEASIDE CITY NEWS BROADCAST OF UPCOMING CITYWIDE
EVENTS AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
The following announcements were made:
• On August 10th, enjoy opening act Red Beans & Rice, followed by headliner Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra! Music runs from 1 PM to 4:30 PM-admission is free, and all ages are welcome.
• The U.S. Army is preparing for a prescribed burn at the former Fort Ord in 2025, as part of its ongoing environmental cleanup efforts. The designated area—Unit A—is located within the Fort Ord National Monument, and the burn may take place anytime between July and December, depending on weather conditions.
• Community members can stay informed by signing up for the Army's Direct Notification Program to receive updates via text, email, or phone. For more details and to register, visit FortOrdCleanup.com or call 800-852-9699. • The County of Monterey Connect App has been updated to include a tile that will take users directly to Car Week 2025 real-time traffic information. For more information, including a link to download Connect, visit countyofmonterey.gov.
• After nearly 28 years of dedicated service, the City of Seaside proudly announces the retirement of Fire Captain Elino "Linus" Alcoran, Jr. Serving Since November 1997, Captain Alcoran has been a steadfast leader and protector in our community.
• Exotics on Broadway, Saturday, August 16th from 11 AM to 4 PM! Vendor & Hyper Car Showcase on Fremont Boulevard, featuring 40+ hypercars, top sponsors, a VIP Lounge, and more in a ticketed, enclosed area. Broadway Avenue remains free and open to the public, packed with exotic, luxury, and classic cars across four vibrant blocks.
• Progress continues on Campus Town! A utility coordination and preconstruction meeting was held on July 23rd, and site preparation will begin soon with up to 12 mega dump trucks will operate daily from 7 AM to 3 PM for 2 to 3 weeks—no lane closures are expected, though flaggers may assist with traffic flow.
• Fiber Arts Exhibit at the Walter Lee Avery Gallery, located inside City Hall.
Running now through September 4th.For more details contact Art Programs at (831) 899-6811.
• The City of Seaside is excited to announce two nominations in the Weekly's Best of Monterey County reader's poll! The Oldemeyer Center is nominated for Best Hangout for Seniors - a welcoming space for connection, activities, and community, &y Blues in the Park is up for Best Venue for Blues - bringing soul, rhythm, and summertime energy to Seaside every year. Vote today at www.montereycountynow.com/bestof
• Everyone's Harvest, in partnership with Farms Together, is offering FREE boxes of produce at the Seaside Farmer's Market every Thursday! Please note that the new time for box distribution is 4:30 PM.
• Join FOSPA on Saturday, August 9th at Farallones Park, and, on the 16th at Lincoln Cunningham Park, for a day of service and outdoor fun! For more information, including future workdays and locations, visit Friends Of Seaside Parks.org.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. RECEIVE PRESENTATION FROM BLUE ZONES PROJECT (CINDY FOSTER
RUIZ, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & MARKETING)
Mayor Oglesby and Assistant City Manager Dan Meewis received the certificate awarding Seaside City Hall for its pledge to become a Blue Zones Project worksite and implementation healthy, evidence-based options to improve its employees well- being making healthy choices easier.
B. JUNE AND JULY 2025 HOUSE OF THE MONTH AWARDS
(NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION)
Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 2 Assistant City Manager Dan Meewis, and Neighborhood Improvement Commission Chairperson Ray Riordan presented awards to the owners of 1141 Amador Avenue (June winner), and 1336 Kenneth Street (July winner).
CONSENT AGENDA
Items 8H and 8K were pulled.
Public Comment: Hugh Smith, Dianne Nielson, Christopher Foliaki On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council Member Garcia-Arrazola and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the consent agenda.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
A. APPROVE MINUTES FROM JUNE 24, 2025, SPECIAL MEETING
ACTION: Approved
B. APPROVE AND FILE CITY CHECKS
ACTION: Approved
C. APPROVE AND FILE SUCCESSOR AGENCY CHECKS
ACTION: Approved
D. APPROVE MAYOR'S YOUTH FUND CONTRIBUTION REQUEST OF
$3,000.00 FROM SEASIDE RAIDERS YOUTH FOOTBALL FOR THE 2025 SEASON
ACTION: Approved
E. APPROVE A FEE WAIVER REQUEST FROM SEASIDE HIGH SCHOOL FOR
COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ANNUAL HOMECOMING PARADE ON
SEPTEMBER 26, 2025, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,046.00
ACTION: Approved
F. APPROVE APPOINTMENT TO NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT
COMMISSION
ACTION: Approved appointment of Stephanie Spross.
G. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO
JMS CEMENT CONTRACTORS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 3 $711,274.00, AND APPROVE A CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $106,691.00, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
EUCALYPTUS ROAD INFILTRATION UNIT REPAIR PROJECT AND
APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS (THIS CONTRACT IS
FUNDED VIA A FORT ORD REUSE AUTHORITY AGREEMENT)
ACTION: Adopted Resolution #25-101
H. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH PLACER.ai FOR A SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,250.00
Public Comment: Karla Lobo, Lynda Cunningham
On motion by Council/Agency Member Miller and second by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to authorize an agreement with Placer.ai for a software subscription.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: Adopted Resolution #25-102
I. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE RECLASSIFICATION OF CHIEF
BUILDING OFFICIAL AND MODIFICATION TO THE COMPENSATION
PLAN
ACTION: Adopted Resolution #25-103
J. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER
INTO A JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT (JPEA) BY AND
BETWEEN THE SEASIDE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT AND THE CITY
OF SEASIDE
ACTION: Adopted Resolution #25-104
K. ADOPT A RESOLUTION INCREASING JMS CEMENT CONTRACTORS' AGREEMENT BY $300,000.00 TO A TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED
$1,447,947.50 FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT PARKING LOT
IMPROVEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZE A $300,000.00 TRANSFER FROM
CAPITAL RESERVES
Public Comment: Bobby Maxwell, Eleni Mattheakis, Karla Lobo On motion by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola and second by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and carried by the following vote, the City Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 4 Council/Successor Agency moved to approve an increase to the JMS cement contractors' agreement by $300,000.00 and authorized a transfer of $300,000.00 from capital reserves.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: Adopted Resolution #25-105
9. PUBLIC HEARING
A. ADOPT AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND TITLES 5 AND 17 OF THE SEASIDE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH SECURITY REQUIREMENTS,
OPERATING STANDARDS, AND ZONING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE
STORAGE OR SALE OF FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION. THE PROPOSED
ORDINANCE IS NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(b)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES. (SECOND READING - ROLL CALL VOTE)
Housing and Planning Manager, Andy Myrick reviewed the proposed ordinance that would amend Title 5 to address issues related to operational security requirements, with the goal to prevent the theft of firearms. The police chief would evaluate the property and determine whether the License would be appropriate. The ordinance also modifies Title 17 to specify appropriate locations. The requirements relating to location would include: Define new use and require a Use Permit for all applications; Limit locations to southwest portion of the City; Limit locations to Community Commercial (CC) and Regional General Commercial (CRG) Zoning Districts; Require minimum distances from certain sensitive uses.
Public Comment: None
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 adopt the ordinance.
RESULT: 4-0-1-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Miller
ABSENT: None
ACTION: Adopted Ordinance #2037
B. ADOPT AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE SEASIDE MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING CHAPTER 9.05 PROHIBITING AGGRESSIVE SOLICITATION IN Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 5
THE CITY'S STREET MEDIANS AND OTHER PLACES AND AMENDING CHAPTERS 9.20 OVERNIGHT OCCUPANCY OF VEHICLES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY, 9.21 STORAGE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY ON CITY
PROPERTY AND 10.32 STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING. THE
PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT IS NOT SUBJECT TO THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(B)(3) OF THE CEOA GUIDELINES (FIRST READING -
ROLL CALL VOTE)
Assistant City Manager Dan Meewis reviewed the additions, and revisions to the municipal code that include a law that prohibits unsafe/aggressive solicitation in key public spaces, prohibits occupancy in vehicles on public property between 9pm to 6am, key definitions clarified, storage enforcement, parking amendments. The next steps if adopted include Train staff on enforcement and notice requirements Coordinate with outreach teams and service providers, Install updated signage in regulated areas, and Launch public awareness and communications campaign.
Public Comment: Karla Lobo, Eleni Mattheakis, Dianne Nielson, Peter Kaiser On motion by Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola and carried by the following roll call vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve for a second reading at the next regular meeting.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: 2nd Reading at next regular meeting on August 21, 2025
10. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. 4TH OF JULY AFTER ACTION REPORT (POLICE CHIEF NICK BORGES &
FIRE CHIEF PAUL BLAHA)
Chief Borges delivered the report and responded to questions from the Council and public comment. The 2025 recommendations included: Coordinate Home Depot parking lot closure or security, eliminate second Command Post, recommend NO PARKING signs/curbs on Gen Jim Blvd, Pet Awareness / Safety Tips, Streamline, Hotlines Messaging (When to call), and Send letters to previously cited locations prior.
Public Comment: Lynda Cunningham, Karla Lobo
ACTION: Report received
Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 6 B. RECEIVE UPDATE ON THE CITY OF SEASIDE CAR WEEK EVENTS SCHEDULED FROM AUGUST 11, 2025, THROUGH AUGUST 16, 2025 Assistant City Manager Dan Meewis delivered the report and responded to questions from the Council. The events held in Seaside will be as follows:
Monday, August 11, 2025 - Porsche Monterey "Classic Porsche" Del Monte Avenue
4pm - 8pm
Monday August 11- Wednesday, August 13, 2025 - Automobilia Collectors Expo Embassy Suites
10:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 - BMW M Sport Event
BMW of Monterey (1 Geary Plaza, Seaside)
3pm - 7pm
Friday, August 15, 2025 - The Paddock featuring Radwood Bayonet Blackhorse Golf Course
3pm - 8pm
Saturday, August 16, 2025 - Concors d'Lemons
City Hall Lawn from
8:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, August 16, 2025 - Concorso Itialiano
Bayonet Blackhorse Golf Course
8am - 4pm
Saturday, August 16, 2025 - Exotics on Broadway
Broadway Avenue & Fremont Boulevard
11am - 4pm
Public Comment: Karla Lobo
ACTION: Report received
11. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
A. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
Receive a report on domestic violence calls and establishment of a committee or task force focused on domestic violence (Garcia-Arrazola)
B. FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS REQUESTS
Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 7 City Manager Greg McDanel advised that the Council can expect items on previous requests regarding unsolicited proposals and Board and Commission education at the next meeting.
12. CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER, CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS
AND REPORTS ON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Reports provided.
13. CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Sheri Damon read the closed session items and did not anticipate a report out.
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.8
Property: 1 McClure Way, commonly known as the Blackhorse and Bayonet Golf Course and Grand Hyatt Hotel site
Agency Negotiators: City Manager, et. al
Negotiating Parties: Seaside Acquisition Group 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 SECTION 54956.9 - EXISTING LITIGATION
Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 24 CV002872
Case Name: Seaside Highlands Homeowners Association v. City of Seaside, ei al.
No report.
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 - EXISTING LITIGATION
Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 25CV001036
Case Name: City of Seaside v. Seaside Highlands Homeowners Association, et al.
No report.
D. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9 (d)(2)
Two matters of potential litigation
No report.
14. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting adjourned in honor of Dr. Michele Horne, Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 8 Retired Officer Paul Gooden, Retired Police Personnel Betty Lauritsen, Ms. Mary Ethel Childs, Ms. Lori Merwin at
Respectfully submitted,
Aiminguy Di
Dominique LDavis, City Clerk Ian N. Oglesby, Mayor
Thursday, August 7, 2025 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 9