ITEM 7.A.
4TH OF JULY PUBLIC SAFETY
OPERATIONAL PLAN
June 4, 2026 | City Council Meeting
Matthew Doza, Commander
• Operational suppression briefing plan prior to July 4, 2026 • Seaside PD and Seaside FD partnership (Enforcement & Education) • City of Seaside has a Zero Tolerance policy for illegal fireworks • Curfew for Safe & Sane Fireworks is 10 p.m.
Operation
2 • Public education to include: social media, portable message boards, PSA video, letters to prior violators.
• Letters to neighborhoods with illegal firework activity, detected by Flock • Letters to hot spot neighborhoods from 2025 enforcement activities • TNT outreach: school/ handouts/ PSA
• Embassy Suites / Home Depot lots security recommendations • Priority: Safety of citizens, visitors, and property from use of illegal fireworks Fireworks Safety Plan
3 • Two dedicated firework enforcement teams: Patrol
and Drone (Joint Police & Fire Team)
• All hands on deck
• Zero-Tolerance Enforcement:
• Administrative and criminal citations
• Enforcing firework curfew ordinance (10 p.m.)
• No parking on General Jim Moore Blvd (Hilby & Coe)
• Flock Safety- Firework Detection: Identify hot spots
and direct close patrols
Enforcement
4 • Closure of certain areas of Laguna Grande Park
• Using body worn cameras while patrolling hot spots to record activity for later citations
• Live streaming hot spots to alert the community of
areas that will be cited
• Extra officers (in addition to patrol) for firework
enforcement, starting in June
Enforcement
5 24/7 Dispatch: 831-394-6811
Seaside Police Front Desk: 831-899-6748
Text: 831-242-0435
Hotline: 831-899-6756
Community Encouraged to call only with known locations/people Hotline/Texting Hours: 4pm – 1am on July 4th.
Dispatch and Seaside Police Front Desk: 24/7
Contact & Hotlines
6 QUESTIONS?
7 ITEM 9.A.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 17.40
OF THE SEASIDE MUNICIPAL CODE TO
ALLOW ELECTRONIC MESSAGE DISPLAY
SIGNS FOR PLACES OF WORSHIP AND
PUBLIC AND PRIVATE MEETING FACILITIES
ON LOCAL STREETS
June 4, 2026 | City Council Meeting
Andrew Myrick, Housing and Planning Manager
2 • Signs are regulated by SMC Chapter 17.40.
• Historically, electronic message display signs have
been prohibited.
• In 2017, City Council passed an amendment to the
Municipal Code to allow electronic message display
signs at public and private meeting facilities (most
commonly churches).
• These signs were allowed on most streets but were
prohibited on “local streets”
Background
3 4
• The existing Zoning Ordinance has several provisions on signs:
• May not impact traffic visibility or signage
• At least 50 feet from a residence
• Limits on animations (fade/dissolve only)
• No audio messages
• Minimum message hold time of 30 seconds
• Signs shall not be illuminated from 9 PM to 6 AM
• Illumination shall be directed downwards
• Signs automatically dim from dusk to dawn
Existing Ordinance
5 Existing Ordinance
• Staff has received an inquiry from the community
regarding potential changes to the Ordinance.
• The desire is to change out an existing sign with an
electronic message display board.
6 Community Request
• Staff brought this item to Planning Commission to
discuss whether electronic display message signs
should be allowed on local streets.
• The Planning Commission voted to recommend that
the signs be allowed provided:
• Replacement of existing illuminated signs meeting the standard criteria would be permitted with a Sign
Permit.
• All other signs would require a Minor Use Permit.
7 Planning Commission
• In addition to the Planning Commission’s
recommendation, staff also recommends modifying the
maximum sign area to 18 square feet and 6 feet in
height on local streets
• Staff recommends that the Council adopt the proposed
Ordinance as presented
8 Recommendation
ITEM 9.B.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION
17.52.230 OF THE SEASIDE MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CREATE CONSISTENCY
BETWEEN THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND
CALIFORNIA LAW REGARDING
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND
JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
June 4, 2026 | City Council Meeting
Andrew Myrick, Housing and Planning Manager
2 • Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) are residential units which are
located on the same parcel as one or more primary dwelling units.
• ADUs and JADUs are typically of smaller size and do not have separate utilities from the primary dwelling.
• The State of California has passed several laws which significantly restrict a local jurisdiction’s ability to impose regulations upon ADUs.
Background
3 • The City’s regulations for ADUs are found in Section
17.52.230.
• The City’s existing Ordinance was approved by the City Council in March 2023.
• Since then, the State has passed multiple Bills modifying regulations for ADUs.
• The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) would
update the Zoning Ordinance to reflect changes from these laws.
Background
• Define size by “interior living space”
• ADU/JADU may not be denied for nonconforming
zoning conditions
• Allow for multiple “exempt” ADUs on a property
• Allow up to eight ADUs for an existing multi-family
project
• Eliminated uncovered parking stalls do not need to be replaced.
• Updated Deed Restriction Language for JADUs
• Updated permit processing timelines
• New appeal process to Planning Commission
4 Significant Changes
Staff recommends that the Council approve the
proposed Ordinance.
5 Recommendation
ITEM 9.C.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER
9.12 OF THE SEASIDE MUNICIPAL
CODE TO CLARIFY NOISE
ORDINANCE APPLICABILITY
TO PERMITTED USES
June 4, 2026 | City Council Meeting
Andrew Myrick, Housing and Planning Manager
2 • Noise within the City of Seaside is regulated by two different provisions of the Municipal Code:
• Section 17.30.060 of the Zoning Ordinance
• Chapter 9.12 of the Municipal Code
• Section 17.30.060 is primarily focused on establishing quantitative thresholds for what noise is acceptable.
• Decibels
• Time of Day
• Location
Background
3 • Chapter 9.12 is more qualitative in nature, with a focus on nuisance abatement.
• “Excessive, unnecessary, or unusually loud”
• Specific quantitative standards are not provided.
• Examples of such noises include tools, loudspeakers,
vehicle radios, heavy equipment, or shouting/yelling.
• These noises may be considered excessive,
unnecessary, or unusually loud regardless of whether
they comply with standards in Section 17.30.060.
Background
4 • Determining whether a noise is a violation is based on the following criteria:
• Volume/Intensity
• Citizen Complaints
• Proximity to Residential Sleeping Facilities
• Nature/Zoning of the Area
• Duration and Whether the noise is recurrent
• Whether produced by commercial or noncommercial
activity.
Background
5 • Certain noises are exempted from the provisions of
Chapter 9.12:
• Cries for emergency assistance
• Emergency Response Vehicle sirens
• Permitted temporary events such as parades.
• Activities on or in publicly owned property or facilities while in the authorized discharge of their
responsibilities.
• Religious Worship Activities, including bells, singing, and preaching.
Background
• The Proposed Ordinance would add another
exemption to provide that normal noises coming from
legally permitted uses would not be considered
“excessive, unnecessary or unusually loud.”
• This would prevent “normal” noises from being
considered “excessive, unnecessary or unusually
loud.”
6 Proposed Ordinance
• As an example, children at a private school or music at a nightclub could no longer be considered “excessive,
unnecessary or unusually loud” due to their nature.
• Noises would still be subject to the quantitative
measures provided in Section 17.30.060.
7 Proposed Ordinance
Staff recommends that the Council approve the
proposed Ordinance
8 Recommendation
Aaron Hahn, Junior Engineer
Thomas Korman, P.E. Public Works Director/City Engineer City Council Meeting | June 4th, 2026
1 10.A. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE
TRAFFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE (TAC)
RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE CHANGING
CONTRA COSTA TO ONE WAY SOUTHBOUND
AND APPROVE BY RESOLUTION TO ADD
CONTRA COST TO ONE-WAY SOUTHBOUND
STREET LIST IN SMC.10.30.010.B
• February 2022: DKS conducted a study of the available and needed parking around west Broadway Ave.
• November 18th, 2025: TAC meeting: Staff presented on Contra Costa and redoing adjacent parking lot. TAC wanted to narrow scope to Contra Costa and see safety study.
• March 17th, 2026: TAC Meeting. Staff presented safety study and parking layout for Contra Costa. TAC recommended approval.
Property owners within 300’ of the proposed project area were sent notices for the meetings
• June 4th, 2026: City Council Meeting.
Background
2 3
Report Findings
• 512 available on street parking capacity,
• 70% unrestricted and 30% two hour limit; and
• Existing supply is adequate for current conditions, but localized shortages occur near certain businesses.
• Additional development will require increased public parking capacity.
• Catalyst projects
• Parking lot #2
• Area of focus
• Study area
2022 Parking Study
Prepared by DKS Consultants
4 DKS Parking Study Recommendations
Short Term (1-3 years)
• Utilize City parcels for interim public parking - implemented • Restriping the existing parking lot south of Broadway & Del Monte
• Install angled parking on Contra Costa Street with one-way southbound operations
• Install angled parking on Hillsdale Street with one-way northbound operations
Medium-Term (3–7 years)
• Develop a public parking garage at the Olympia Avenue site • Ensure the garage is integrated with planned mixed-use and civic facilities
Contra Costa Corridor Analysis
Broadway Ave to Palm Ave
5 WEST BROADWAY
PALM AVE
HILLSDALE ST
ALLEY ALLEY CONTRA COSTS ST
Parking
Lot #1
Apartment
Complex
Coffee
Shop
SFD
Proposed Circulation
Contra Costa
(one-way Southbound - Broadway Ave to Palm Ave)
6 WEST BROADWAY
PALM AVE
HILLSDALE ST
ALLEY
CONTRA COSTS ST
Parking
Lot #1
Apartment
Complex
Coffee
Shop
SFD
Proposed Parking
Layout
Contra Costa
(Broadway Ave
to Palm Ave)
7 Recommendation
8 • Approve the Resolution approval of
changing Contra Costa southbound to
one-way from Broadway Ave. to Palm Ave
in accordance with SMC. 10.30.010.B
ITEM 10.B
ADOPT A RESOLUTION
APPROVING THE COMMUNITY
SOCIAL SERVICES POLICY
June 4, 2026 | City Council Meeting
Greg McDanel, City Manager
• Established in 2000 (FY20/21)
• To enhance community and social services
• “including, but not limited to education, recreation, social work, public health, public safety, mental health, youth development, elder care, community building and restoration, homeless and housing advocacy are eligible for funding”.
• Impact of May 25, 2020
• Eligible applicants include community and faith-based organizations serving Seaside residents
• Grass-roots organizations must apply with established non-profit Program Origins
2 • No existing grant program policy
• Grant award process has varied since inception
• Both competitive RFP and direct council allocation
• Public presentations and review committees
• Annual allocation between $320,000 - $510,000
• 43 grants totaling over $2.5 million
• 19 community-based organizations
Grant Process
3 • Councilmember request by Mayor-Pro Tem Pacheco
• January 15, 2026
• Seaside City Council Meeting // Jan 15, 2026 @2:03:12 • Desire for clear and predictable process
• Need for framework to assist council deliberation
• Eligible program areas, set-asides, maximum awards
• Recommended hybrid process for program
Council Discussion
4 • Community Social Services Grant Policy
• Establishes eligible program areas, allowable expenditures, funding requirements, submission process, reporting (static)
• Annual RFP with updated scoring matrix
• Evaluation criteria and weighting may be modified annually based on local needs or strategic council priorities (evolving) • Evaluation
• Evaluated by city staff using adopted matrix for funding cycle • City Council to consider staff recommendations as baseline • Council to adopt or modify recommendations at its discretion Recommended Hybrid Process
5 • Focus on children, adolescents, and transitional-age youth ages 24 and younger • Programs serving broader populations must identify direct benefit to Seaside youth participants
• Tightens eligible program areas:
• Education, tutoring, mentoring, career readiness, workforce development • Youth development, recreation, arts, culture, and positive enrichment activities • Mental and behavioral health, social-emotional support services for youth • Violence prevention, intervention, diversion, and public safety-related youth support services
• Civic engagement, leadership development, neighborhood connection, and community-building programs focused on youth participation and belonging Community Social Services Grant Policy
6 • Standard allowable and ineligible expenditures
• Grants are intended for one-time expenditures
• Minimum of 10% cash or in-kind match
• Applications will be received annually in response to RFP • Scored by city staff and/or ad-hoc committee using adopted scoring matrix • Quarterly and final project reporting requirements
• Requirement to participate in Blue Ribbon Task Force meetings Community Social Services Grant Policy
7 • Policy consistent with survey results:
• 43 responses submitted
• High priority for youth-focuses services, job readiness/workforce training, after school programs, violence prevention and mental health services • Greatest emphasis on serving youth ages 13-16
• Undecided on fewer programs with larger awards vs. more programs with smaller • Support for annual reporting on program outcomes
• Support for maximum award; yet undecided on amount (policy vs. RFP) Community Survey Results
8 • Significant annual investment in social services
• Direct impact on vulnerable and underserved residents • Strategic Plan Alignment:
• Pillar 2: Vibrant Local Economy
• 2.3 Advance Workforce Development
• Pillar 3: Diverse, Inclusive Community
• 3.3 Foster Greater Civic Engagement
• Pillar 5: Community Safety & Quality of Life
• 5.1 Enhance Public Safety, Crime Reduction &
Emergency Preparedness
Strategic Plan Alignment
9 Adopt a resolution approving the Community Social
Services Grant Program Policy.
If approved, staff will return on July 2nd with draft 2026 Request for Proposals for council review.
Recommendation
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