DRAFT MINUTES
CITY OF SEASIDE REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR 440 HARCOURT AVE
AGENCY TO THE Thursday, February 19, 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 Miller.
4. REVIEW OF AGENDA
No changes.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Rick Hoyer, Regina Mason, Glen Woodson, Karla Lobo, Peter Kaiser
6. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
A. SEASIDE CITY NEWS BROADCAST AND COMMENTS FROM THE CITY
MANAGER
The following announcements were made:
• The City of Seaside is stepping up to the plate this spring with its Adult 18-andover Baseball League. The season runs from March 8th through June 7th, giving local players the chance to compete, stay active, and enjoy some friendly competition on the diamond. Games will be held on Sundays at 9:00 a.m., 12:15 p.m., and 3:30 p.m., all taking place at Seaside High School. The player fee is 125 dollars for the season. Gather your teammates and register your team today.
For more information, call 831-899-6821. Don’t miss your chance to play ball in Seaside this spring.
• 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 exhibit is presented by the Avery Gallery and sponsored by the Seaside Art and History Commission.
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Thursday, February 19, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 2 • The City of Seaside is planning its next garbage and recycling contract — and community members are invited to help shape the future of local waste collection services. City leaders are asking residents to share their ideas on how services can be improved, what matters most to households, and what value they expect from their trash and recycling programs. Feedback gathered during these meetings will directly inform decisions that guide collection services for years to come. Residents can choose from three virtual community meetings: Tuesday, February 24th from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 25th from noon to 1 p.m. And Thursday, February 26th from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The third meeting will be offered in both Spanish and English. Participants can join via Zoom using the meeting IDs listed on the City’s website and social media pages. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard and help shape the future of Seaside’s garbage and recycling services. For more information, visit the City of Seaside website.
• Do you know someone in the community who shines bright? Nominations for the Seaside Stars Awards open on March 1st! This is your chance to recognize outstanding individuals who make a difference in the City of Seaside. Whether it's a dedicated volunteer, an inspiring leader, or a community champion, we want to hear about them! Submitting a nomination is easy—just visit bit.ly/seasidestars and fill out the form. But don’t wait too long! The deadline for entries is March 31st. For more information or questions, call 831-899-6800. • Join FOSPA on Saturday, February 21st at Beta Park, and on the 28th at Highland Otis Park, for a day of service and outdoor fun! For more information, including future workdays and locations, visit Friends of Seaside Parks.org. • 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.
• The 2026 MPUSD Upcycled Prom Closet is here to make prom night unforgettable – with a perfect outfit at no cost. Hosted by the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, students are invited to the Oldemeyer Center on March 7th from 11 AM – 2 PM, to browse a wide collection of FREE prom dresses, suits, and accessories. Fitting rooms will be available on site, making it easy to find the perfect look for your big night. This incredible event ensures every MPUSD student can shine at prom without breaking the bank. Spread the word, bring your friends, and make this prom season one to remember. For more information, call 831-645-1200.
The City Manager’s updates included:
• Public Works continues landscaping improvements around the north and west sides of City Hall. Expected to be completed within the next 3 weeks.
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Thursday, February 19, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 3 • City of Seaside executed a community partnership with Monterey Bay Football Club to promote local businesses, community engagement and regional branding.
The partnership includes in stadium and digital marketing exposure for the city, a reoccurring seaside business of the month recognition, resident discount opportunities, coordinated signage to support visitor navigation and local commerce. A joint press release will be sent out.
• City of Seaside secured $850,000 in federal funding for community project funding for the San Pablo pedestrian bridge replacement project and was included in the recently adopted federal appropriations bill.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION FOR FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR AWARDS AND
PROCLAMATIONS
Division Chief Jason Black and Mayor Oglesby presented Firefighter Matthew Bryan with a proclamation and plaque recognizing his award as Firefighter of the Year.
B. FEBRUARY 2026 HOUSE OF THE MONTH AWARD (NEIGHBORHOOD
IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION)
Neighborhood Improvement Commission Chair, Ray Riordan, presented the award to the homeowners of 1282 Elm Street.
C. BROADWAY AVENUE COMPLETE STREET CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT UPDATE (KIMLEY-HORN DESIGN CONSULTANT MOLLY
TREMBLAY)
The presentation reviewed the safe route to school plan and provided a recap of project goals, grant funding, and public outreach efforts, and the schedule of the project.
D. FINANCIAL STATEMENT RESULTS (FINANCE DIRECTOR JESSICA RILEY) The presentation reviewed the annual audit results, provided an overview of the citywide financial highlights, general fund financial highlights, general fund balance detail, and other funds.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT: None
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 Council/Successor Agency moved to approve the consent agenda as presented.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
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Thursday, February 19, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 4 NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
A. APPROVE MINUTES FROM FEBRUARY 5, 2026, REGULAR MEETING ACTION: APPROVED
B. APPROVE AND FILE CITY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED
C. APPROVE AND FILE SUCCESSOR AGENCY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED
D. 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
DECEMBER 31, 2025
ACTION: ACCEPTED & FILED
E. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MARCH 13, 2026, AS K9
VETERANS DAY
ACTION: APPROVED
F. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MARCH AS WOMEN'S
HISTORY MONTH
ACTION: APPROVED
G. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MARCH AS IRISH
AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
ACTION: APPROVED
H. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING MARCH AS DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
ACTION: APPROVED
I. APPROVE A FEE WAIVER REQUEST FROM KINDNESS ROCKS 831 TO
USE LAGUNA GRANDE PARK TO HOLD THEIR ANNUAL SPRING EGG
HUNT ON MARCH 28, 2026, IN THE AMOUNT OF $463.00
ACTION: APPROVED
J. APPROVE A FEE WAIVER FROM THE HINDU TEMPLE OF MONTEREY
PENINSULA FOR THE USE OF THE LAGUNA GRANDE HALL AND KITCHEN Packet Page 8
Thursday, February 19, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 5 FOR THEIR DIWALI CELEBRATION NIGHT EVENT ON OCTOBER 17, 2026, IN THE AMOUNT OF $618.75
ACTION: APPROVED
K. APPROVE CO-SPONSORSHIP FOR THE ACTION COUNCIL - BUILDING
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES JUNETEENTH JUBILEE CELEBRATION AT
LAGUNA GRANDE PARK AND SEASIDE CITY HALL LAWN ON JUNE 13, 2026, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,127.00
ACTION: APPROVED
L. ADOPT A RESOLUTION FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR
THE RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM THROUGH THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION IN THE
AMOUNT OF $1,621,418.00 AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO
SIGN THE GRANT CONTRACT
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-15
M. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CLOSURE OF CANYON DEL
REY BOULEVARD FOR THREE CITY-SPONSORED EVENTS ON SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026 (JUNETEENTH JUBILEE), SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2026 (RED, WHITE & BLUES), AND SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2026 (OAXACA BY THE SEA)
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-16
N. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO THE BROADWAY AVENUE
COMPLETE STREET CORRIDOR PROJECT WITH THE TRANSPORTATION
AGENCY FOR MONTEREY COUNTY AND COUNTY OF MONTEREY HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-17
O. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING $138,117.13 FOR THE PURCHASE
OF STREET MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT FROM QUINN COMPANY USING
SOURCEWELL AND AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO ADJUST
THE BUDGET FOR THE STREETS DIVISION EQUIPMENT PURCHASE
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-18
9. PUBLIC HEARING
A. 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
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CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(b)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES (SECOND READING -
ROLL CALL VOTE)
Housing & Planning Manager, Andrew Myrick, provided a presentation reviewing the proposed ordinance that amends the definition of Public Safety Facilities within in the city’s general plan as follows:
Public Safety Facility. A facility operated by a public agency or another entity operating under contract with a public agency including fire stations, other fire prevention and firefighting facilities, police and sheriff substations and headquarters, including interim incarceration facilities. May include ambulance dispatch facilities on the same site.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Karla Lobo
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 zoning amendment (ZOA-2026-001).
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED ORDINANCE #2040
10. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN
EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATING AGREEMENT WITH KB BAKEWELL SEASIDE
VENTURE II FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE PROPERTY COMMONLY
REFERRED TO AS MAIN GATE
The City Manager provided a presentation that reviewed the purpose, process overview, purpose and scope of ENA, its limits and next steps if approved.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Hector Azpilcueta, Leanne Thomas, Daniel Alvarez, Alberto Lustster, Cathy Anderson, Renee Young, Catherine Crockett, Regina Mason, Frederica Jones, Don Hofer, Rev. Harold Lusk, Rev. Anthony Dunham, Pastor Ronald Britt, Mr. Glover, Miriam Smith, Darryl Choates, Annalisa Mitchell, Daja Robinson, Rosalyn Green, Daya Khunkhun, Lora James
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 Council/Agency Packet Page 10
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RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-19
11. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
A. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
B. FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS REQUESTS
1. Discussion regarding 1281 Broadway Avenue (Miller)
The Council did not agree to have a presentation from the County Board of Supervisors, but agreed to have the City Manager provide an update on the project in his reports at the next meeting.
2. Discussion regarding the process for a vacancy tax ballot measure (GarciaArrazola) The Council agreed to receive information about vacancy tax initiatives throughout California.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Felix Bachofner, Peter Kaiser, Karla Lobo
12. CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER, CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS
AND REPORTS ON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Reports provided.
13. CLOSED SESSION
The City Attorney read the closed session items and did not anticipate any reports.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
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 NonExempt Confidential Employees, Non-Represented Exempt Confidential Packet Page 11
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No report.
B. 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 at 8:03 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Dominique L. Davis, City Clerk Ian N. Oglesby, Mayor
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