DRAFT MINUTES
CITY OF SEASIDE REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR 440 HARCOURT AVE
AGENCY TO THE Thursday, February 5, 2026
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 Burks.
4. REVIEW OF AGENDA
No changes.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Peter Kaiser, Lynda Cunningham, Dianne Nielson, Alberto – Carpenters Union 606
6. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
A. RECEIVE A PRESENTATION REGARDING THE FUNDING FORECAST FOR
CASA DE NOCHE BUENA (ROBIN MCCRAE, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER,
COMMUNITY HUMAN SERVICES)
CHS Chief Operating Officer, Shawn Stone provided a presentation that reviewed scale and outcomes, how Casa de Noche Buena came to be, the progress on sustaining shelter beds, the current and near-term funding gap, the program impact with intervention, and an overview of what’s at stake.
B. SEASIDE CITY NEWS BROADCAST AND COMMENTS FROM THE CITY
MANAGER
City Manager Greg McDanel made comments regarding Public Works updates and status of completed, ongoing and upcoming projects.
The Seaside City News Broadway announced the following:
• Join the City of Seaside and our community partners for a powerful Black History Month Program on Sunday, February 15th from 3 – 6 p.m. at the Oldemeyer Center. This afternoon gathering will honor the legacy, culture, and ongoing Packet Page 6
Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 2 contributions of Black leaders, families, and organizations who continue to shape our community and our nation. Come ready for reflection, celebration, and connection as we lift up history, amplify voices, and move forward together. • The Walter Lee Avery Gallery at Seaside City Hall is currently hosting a special Black History Month Exhibit, celebrating culture, creativity, and community. The exhibit, running through February 27th, features work by local artists, highlighting powerful stories and artistic expressions rooted in Black history and experience. The exhibit is free to the public and open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Seaside City Hall. The community is also invited to attend a special artist reception on February 6th from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The exhibit is presented by the Avery Gallery and sponsored by the Seaside Art and History Commission.
• Thursdays in Seaside means it’s time for the Seaside Farmers’ Market at Laguna Grande Park. The Spring Market runs from 3 to 7 p.m., with box distribution happening from 5 to 7 p.m., or until the boxes run out. So, come after 3 p.m. to pick up a ticket and reserve your spot. Be sure to bring an ID, such as an EBT or MediCal Card, proving low-income status in order to receive your free weekly box. Don’t miss it — fresh food, friendly faces, and community connection — every Thursday in Seaside!
• The City of Seaside invites you to take part in the 2026 Tree Giveaway. Be part of raising awareness about the many benefits trees provide—and help increase Seaside’s local tree canopy on private properties. Seaside residents with suitable planting conditions can receive one free one-gallon tree, and a free bag of fertilizer, while supplies last. Apply online at ci.seaside.ca.us/402/Parks, or attend an upcoming event hosted by Friends of Seaside Parks Association or Sustainable Seaside. Select your free tree and fertilizer voucher, then pick up your items at Hana Gardens. Grow green, Seaside—one tree at a time.
• Seaside Recreation invites you to a night of memories, music, and magic at the Annual Father-Daughter Dance — An Evening with My Gal. Join us Friday, February 6th, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, at Laguna Grande Hall inside the Oldemeyer Center. Dress to impress and enjoy a special evening celebrating the bond between fathers and daughters. The first 25 to register will receive a free gift, so don’t wait! Admission is $10 for father and daughter, $5 for each additional adult, and $3 for each additional child. Make it a night to remember — An Evening with My Gal, presented by Seaside Recreation. • Float, swim, and watch a movie—at the pool! Pattullo Swim Center presents Float n’ Flick! Join us Friday, February 6th, from 7:15 to 9:00 PM, for a splash-tastic movie night featuring Shrek—shown right on the pool deck! Admission is drop-in style: Residents: $5.75, Youth Residents: $3.50, Non-Residents: $7.00, Youth Non-Residents: $4.00 Grab a pool noodle, bring your friends, and float while you watch—but please leave large floaties at home. It’s a fairy-tale night of swimming and smiles at Pattullo Swim Center. Don’t miss it!
• Looking for hidden treasures and great community vibes? Join the City of Seaside’s Older Adults Program for a Community Flea Market! Happening Sunday, February 8th, from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm, at the Oldemeyer Center. Shop a wide variety of items including clothing, kitchenware, books, toys, home décor, and more! Whether you’re hunting for a bargain or clearing out your closet, Packet Page 7
Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 3 • we invite you to join us—or register today as a vendor! For more information or vendor registration, call (831) 899-6809. That’s the Community Flea Market presented by the City of Seaside’s Older Adults Program—we’ll see you there! • Join FOSPA on Saturday, February 7th at Havana Soliz Park and on the 14th at Mescal Neil Park for a day of service and outdoor fun! For more information, including future workdays and locations, visit Friends of Seaside Parks.org. Love is in the air, Seaside!
• The Seaside Older Adults Program invites you to a Valentine’s Day Dance at the Oldemeyer Center! Join us on February 19th, with doors opening at 10:30 AM.
Enjoy live entertainment by The Edge Band, plus great food and plenty of dancing. Lunch is served at 11:30 AM, and dancing begins at 12:30 PM.
Admission is just $4 for lunch and dancing, or $2 for dancing only.Whether you bring a friend, or you’re looking to meet someone new, come celebrate Valentine’s Day with music, movement, and community at the Oldemeyer Center.
We’ll see you on the dance floor!
• Looking for affordable spay and neuter services for your pets? SNIP Mobile Spay and Neuter is coming to Seaside on February 24th, offering low-cost spay and neuter services for dogs and cats—just $25 per pet. The clinic will be located at 1271 Canyon Del Rey Boulevard, in the empty lot next to Chili’s Restaurant. This clinic is for Seaside residents only, and appointments are required. To schedule, call or text 925-967-1001. Two vaccines—rabies and a booster—are included at no cost. Microchipping and sedatives are available for an additional fee.
Sponsored by the City of Seaside, this clinic helps provide safe, affordable care for our community’s pets. Again, that’s February 24th, SNIP Mobile Spay and Neuter in Seaside. Call or text 925-967-1001 to make your appointment today.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A.ANNUAL CRIME REPORT FOR 2025 (POLICE CHIEF NICK BORGES) The presentation reviewed the crime statistics from 2025 that included a 5-year comparison, primary accident factors, the streets that of community concern included Hilby, Kimball, La Salle, and San Pablo Avenues, traffic and parking citations, domestic violence reports, youth diversion, calls for service. An overview of flock safety cameras was provided, along with the department’s achievements, new hires, community outreach, fireworks, enforcement, training, acts of kindness and the 2026 priorities.
B. QUARTER 2 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE (CITY MANAGER GREG
MCDANEL)
The presentation reviewed the achievements and progression of the strategic plan in quarter 2 between October to December 2025.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT: Eleni Mattheakis
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Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 4 On motion by Council/Agency Member Garcia-Arrazola and second by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and carried by the following vote, and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve 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 JANUARY 15, 2026, REGULAR MEETING ACTION: APPROVED
B. APPROVE AND FILE CITY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED
C. APPROVE AND FILE SUCCESSOR AGENCY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED
D. APPROVE APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
ACTION: APPOINTED ODIR BONILLA (C-JOBS), EDGAR MENDOZA
(PLANNING COMMISSION), JEREMY HATHAWAY (ENVIRONMENTAL
COMMISSION), LORA JAMES (ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION), AND
SERGIO VASQUEZ (C-JOBS)
E. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING RAMADAN FROM
FEBRUARY 17 TO MARCH 19, 2026
ACTION: PROCLAIMED
F. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDING FOR A THREE-YEAR CONTRACT WITH CHARGEPOINT, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,560.00,
AND SETTING NEW RATES FOR THE EV CHARGERS IN THE CITY HALL
PARKING LOT
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-10
G. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO AWARD
TWO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$250,000.00 EACH FOR ON-CALL PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
DESIGN AND INSPECTION PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR PROJECTS TO (1) NICHOLAS CONSULTING ENGINEERS; AND (2) PAVEMENT
ENGINEERING INCORPORATED
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Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 5 ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-11
H. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NEW CLASSIFICATIONS AND
SALARIES FOR A HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT AND
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, AND UPDATING THE CONFIDENTIAL
COMPENSATION PLAN AND POSITION CONTROL LIST
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-12
I. APPROVE CO-SPONSORSHIP OF SUSTAINABLE SEASIDE'S 2026
SUSTAINABLE SEASIDE EARTH DAY CELEBRATION AT LAGUNA GRANDE PARK, LAKESIDE ENTIRE AND EUCALYPTUS AREA ON APRIL 19, 2026, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,679.00
ACTION: APPROVED
9. PUBLIC HEARING
A. SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT SPA-2025-002: A RESOLUTION TO
APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE CAMPUS TOWN SPECIFIC PLAN
MODIFYING THE REVIEW PROCESSES AND SUBMITTAL
REQUIREMENTS FOR DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS. THE PROPOSED
ACTION IS NOT SUBJECT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(b)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES.
Housing and Planning Manager, Andy Myrick, provided a presentation that reviewed the proposed amendment that would
PUBLIC COMMENT: Juan Barbosa,
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Miller and carried by the following vote, and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the amendment to the Campus Town Specific Plan.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-13
B. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ZOA-2026-001: AN AMENDMENT TO
THE SEASIDE MUNICIPAL CODE TO MODIFY THE DEFINITION OF
PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY TO INCLUDE CONTRACTED PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITIES. THE PROPOSED ACTION IS NOT SUBJECT TO THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO Packet Page 10
Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 6 SECTION 15061(b)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES (FIRST READING -
ROLL CALL VOTE)
PUBLIC COMMENT: Karla Lobo
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by Council/Agency Member Burks and carried by the following vote, and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the first reading of the ordinance as presented.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: Pass to print 2nd Reading at the next meeting on February 19, 2026.
10. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO JMS CEMENT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $61,725.00 PLUS A 10% CONTINGENCY FOR CONSTRUCTION AND ASSEMBLY OF THE
LINCOLN CUNNINGHAM PARK 5-12 YEAR-OLD PLAYGROUND
STRUCTURES, AND PROVIDE AN UPDATE ON THE 2-5 YEAR-OLD
PLAYGROUND STRUCTURES
Assistant Public Works Director Andreas Baer reviewed the construction a Lincoln Cunningham that was initially planned to have the 5-12-year-old playground structures installed by internal staffing efforts but due to limited staffing, it is proposed to award the contract for JMS Cement to install the structures.
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
On motion by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco and second by --- and carried by the following vote, and carried by the following vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the construction contract with JMS Cement.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-14
B. REPORT ON COMMERCIAL PROPERTY VACANCIES IN SEASIDE
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Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 7 Economic Development Director Jose Bazua reviewed the commercial property vacancies, factors influencing vacancies, a development cost example for a property on Broadway, and the recent successes. The City Manager reviewed the efforts to address vacancies and the strategic plan alignment.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Lora James, Adam Pinterits, Lynda Cunningham This item was for information only.
11. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
A. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
1. Request to receive information regarding Commercial Vacancy Tax (GarciaArrazola)
2. Request to receive information/update about 1281 Broadway Avenue – Social Services Building (Miller)
B. FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS REQUESTS
Council/Agency Member Miller provided context to his request and outlined the specific information he is seeking in regards to water capacity fees and well site and its water production. A majority of the Council agreed to add it to a future agenda.
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 expected A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE 54957.6
Agency Negotiators: Greg McDanel, City Manager; Samantha Sahkrani, Human Resources Director/Risk Manager Employee Organizations: Seaside Police Officers' Association, Seaside Firefighters' Association, Seaside Public Safety Managers' Association, Seaside City Employees Association, Seaside Managers Employee Association, Non-Represented Non-Exempt Confidential Employees, NonRepresented Exempt Confidential Employees, Executive Employees, Unclassified Exempt Employees, and Unclassified Non-Exempt Employees The Council gave direction to the negotiators.
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Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 8 B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: The property commonly referred to as Main Gate (Property bounded by Lighfighter, Divarty, Second Street, and Highway 1)
Agency Negotiators: City Manager, City Attorney, et. al. Negotiating Parties: City of Seaside and City Ventures; KB Bakewell; Montierre Development; or Shea Homes Under Negotiation: Price, terms of payment or both
The City Council directed that they would be negotiating with KB Bakewell Seaside Venture 2. An item for action is expected to be on the February 19 meeting.
C. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: Commonly referred to as a portion of Main Gate at Divarty and First Avenue
Agency Negotiators: City Manager, City Attorney, et al.
Negotiating Parties: Fort Ord Hostel Society, LLC and the City of Seaside Under Negotiation: Price, Terms or both
The City Council gave instructions to the negotiators.
D. 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, et al.
No report.
E. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 - EXISTING LITIGATION
Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 24CV002483
Case Name: Landwatch and Center for Biological Diversity v. City of Seaside, et al.
No report.
F. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9 (d)(2)
Two matters of potential litigation
No report.
14. ADJOURNMENT
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Thursday, February 5, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 9 With no further business, the meeting adjourned in the memory of Ronald Tinsley, Jr. at 11:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_________________________ _________________________
Dominique L. Davis, City Clerk Ian N. Oglesby, Mayor
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