DRAFT MINUTES
CITY OF SEASIDE REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL/ SUCCESSOR 440 HARCOURT AVE
AGENCY TO THE Thursday, September 3, 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, Oglesy, Pacheco ABSENT: None
3. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A moment of silence was held for the invocation. The pledge was led by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Pacheco.
4. REVIEW OF AGENDA
Closed Session Item 12A – Two Potential Matters (of Litigation) was removed from the agenda.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Susan Schiavone and Nina Bey.
6. PUBLIC AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
Josh Stratton, California American Water Coastal Division External Affairs Lead, provided an overview of the company's updated Emergency Response Plan and emphasized continued coordination with City and County staff during emergencies.
A. SEASIDE HIGH QUARTERLY REPORT (PRINCIPAL, ANDREW AGUINIGA) Principal Andrew Aguiniga and Seaside High School students Alex Montes and Zadie Meltes provided the school’s quarterly update. Students highlighted dual enrollment opportunities, including 225 enrollments across 15 additional courses, as well as student recognition through the Seal of Biliteracy and Seal of Civic Engagement. The presentation also highlighted internships, First Friday activities, freshman orientation, the club fair, athletics, the newly launched MIND Academy (Math, Innovation, Networking and Design), and Seaside High School’s recognition as a PBIS Platinum school.
The school also reviewed its 'Academies for All' concept, which is intended to connect every student with an academy pathway and provide college and career preparation through internships, dual enrollment, civic engagement and other resume-building opportunities. Principal Aguinaga also announced plans for a Packet Page 7
Thursday, September 3, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 2 Seaside Youth Council for students in grades 8 through 11 to support youth-led research, problem solving and collaboration with the school district, City and community partners. Councilmembers discussed PBIS, college-transfer pathways, student leadership and opportunities for City collaboration, and thanked the students and staff for the presentation.
B. SEASIDE CITY NEWS BROADCAST AND COMMENTS FROM THE CITY
MANAGER
The Seaside City News broadcast highlighted upcoming events and community programs, including:
• The 19th Seaside Artist Tour on September 5 and 6
• Monterey Bay F.C. Hispanic Heritage Night on September 5 • Monterey County Pops Labor Day Concert on the City Hall lawn on September 7
• September 11 Remembrance Ceremony
• Palenke Arts Immigrant Voices concert on September 12 • Coastal Cleanup Day on September 19
• Sickle Cell Awareness Walk on September 19
• Neighborhood Improvement Commission's citywide community cleanup on September 26
• 6th Annual Oaxaca by the Sea celebration on September 27 The broadcast also announced that applications for the 2026/2027 Digital Divide Grant Program are open through October 30, with eligible public schools and school districts able to apply for up to $100,000 and nonprofit community-based organizations for up to $50,000.
The City News also announced that Seaside was awarded $2.23 million in Regional Surface Transportation Program funding for traffic and safety improvements near Seaside Middle School, focusing on Coe Avenue and General Jim Moore Boulevard. Preliminary concepts include evaluating roundabout configurations, enhanced pedestrian crossings and other improvements intended to improve traffic flow and safety for students, families, pedestrians, bicyclists and drivers. The City Manager highlighted the transportation award, thanked Public Works and supporting departments, and invited the community to Monterey Bay F.C. Hispanic Heritage Night, where a Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation and a Palenke Arts performance were planned for halftime.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENT A RETIREMENT PLAQUE TO SENIOR MAINTENANCE &
UTILITIES WORKER STEPHANIE PENAMANTE, IN APPRECIATION OF 24
YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE
Staff and the City Council recognized Senior Maintenance and Utility Worker Stephanie Penamante for 24 years of dedicated service to the City of Seaside.
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Thursday, September 3, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 3 Staff highlighted her leadership in the Parks Division, including supervising maintenance crews, participating in the planting of approximately 400 trees, conducting playground inspections, supporting Friends of Seaside Parks, and contributing to landscaping and beautification projects at City Hall, the library, Fire Station No. 1, Broadway Avenue and other City locations. Mayor Oglesby presented a proclamation and retirement plaque recognizing her service from April 2002 through September 11, 2026. Councilmembers expressed appreciation for her institutional knowledge, commitment to the community and lasting contributions to Seaside’s parks and public spaces.
B. PRESENT A PROCLAMATION TO JACOB'S HEART CANCER SUPPORT SERVICES RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 2026, AS CHILDHOOD CANCER
AWARENESS MONTH IN THE CITY OF SEASIDE
Mayor Oglesby presented a proclamation recognizing September 2026 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and honoring Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services. Daniela Naya, Director of Family Programs, explained that Jacob’s Heart supports families throughout Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito and Santa Clara counties with services provided at no cost, including groceries and essential goods, transportation to medical appointments, direct financial assistance, counseling and family support. Naya described the organization’s grocery-delivery and transportation programs and emphasized that childhood cancer affects the entire family, not only the child receiving treatment. She also invited the Council and community to a September 24 mixer at the Jacob’s Heart center. Councilmembers thanked the organization for helping families remain connected to food, medical care and emotional support during treatment and recovery.
C. RECEIVE A PRESENTATION FROM SUN STREET CENTERS ON THE 25/26
COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICES GRANT PROGRAM
Sun Street Centers reported serving 987 Seaside residents from October 2025 through June 2026, with participation increasing each quarter. Staff described 85 STEPS after-school youth leadership meetings engaging 32 Seaside High School students, 14 community outreach/tabling events, and 29 prevention presentations, workshops and trainings addressing vaping, marijuana, alcohol, prescription drugs, tobacco, bullying prevention and life skills. The presentation also reviewed the Road to Success pre-diversion program, which uses individualized case management, community service and pro-social activities to help first-time youth offenders avoid school expulsion and entry into the juvenile justice system; 28 youth were served and 15 completed the program during the reporting period.
STEPS youth participant Star Hernandez described how the program helped her develop leadership skills, build her resume, prepare for college and scholarships, and provide peer-to-peer substance-use prevention education. Council discussion Packet Page 9
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D. RECEIVE A PRESENTATION FROM THE VILLAGE PROJECT, INC. FOR THE 25/26 COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICES GRANT PROGRAM
The Village Project co-founder Mel Mason reviewed the organization’s youth services and the impact of funding changes following Proposition 1. Mason explained that the organization lost approximately $91,000 in Monterey County Behavioral Health funding for its after-school academy and, as a result, made the difficult decision to end its youth intervention program on June 30, 2026 and focus future City grant support on the Macy Johnson After-School Academy and literacy needs. He emphasized the serious reading challenges faced by some participating students and the organization’s continued commitment to academic support.
Mr. Mason reported that 96 youth participated during the final year of the youth intervention program, including 61 returning participants and 35 new participants.
The program provided mentoring, educational and cultural outings, relationship building and support intended to prevent violence and strengthen youth and family connections. Council discussion focused on the loss of behavioral health funding, literacy support, the future of the intervention program and possible opportunities to seek other funding sources. Mr. Mason stated that The Village Project has not given up on restoring aspects of the program and continues to explore funding that could support similar outcomes for Seaside youth.
E. RECEIVE A PRESENTATION FROM ACTION COUNCIL OF MONTEREY COUNTY ON THE 25/26 COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICES GRANT
PROGRAM
Action Council of Monterey County staff and youth representatives presented an update on the Seaside Rising Youth Leadership Academy. The eight-session academy is designed to build youth leadership and civic engagement through workshops, discussions, creative activities, healing spaces, advocacy, mentorship and community service. Youth representatives described the program as a place for community connection and personal growth and shared examples of participating in community events, cleanups and civic-education activities.
The program reported reaching more than 1,000 youth ages 7 to 24 through outreach, mentorship, workshops, events and community programming; leading, co-leading or participating in 82 events and workshops; and collaborating with more than 55 schools, organizations, agencies and community leaders. Staff described a leadership pipeline that begins with younger students and continues Packet Page 10
Thursday, September 3, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 5 through high school, college, career and peer mentoring. All participating high school seniors graduated, with graduates continuing to receive support with college applications, employment, career pathways, references and mentorship.
Program highlights included political and civic education, advocacy at the State Capitol, community service with Friends of Seaside Parks, college and career readiness, exposure to STEM and emerging technologies, and intergenerational mentoring.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Items 8I and 8J were pulled from the consent agenda for separate discussion. Public comment was received.
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 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 AUGUST 20, 2026
ACTION: APPROVED
B. APPROVE AND FILE CITY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED & FILED
C. APPROVE AND FILE SUCCESSOR AGENCY CHECKS
ACTION: APPROVED & FILED
D. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING SEPTEMBER 21 TO
SEPTEMBER 25, 2026, AS STORMWATER AWARENESS WEEK IN THE
CITY OF SEASIDE
ACTION: APPROVED
E. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 17, 2026, AS
CONSTITUTION AND CITIZENSHIP DAY IN THE CITY OF SEASIDE ACTION: APPROVED
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Thursday, September 3, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 6 F. APPROVE A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 15 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2026, AS NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN THE
CITY OF SEASIDE
ACTION: APPROVED
G. APPROVE CO-SPONSORSHIP AND FEE WAIVER FROM ACTION COUNCIL "BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES" FOR COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH
THE USE OF THE LAGUNA GRANDE HALL AND KITCHEN FOR THEIR ANNUAL "SEASIDE YOUTH LEADERSHIP SUMMIT" ON SATURDAY,
DECEMBER 19, 2026, IN THE AMOUNT OF $393.75
ACTION: APPROVED
H. ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SEASIDE PUBLIC SAFETY MANAGEMENT
ASSOCIATION
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-86
I. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR UP TO $500,000.00 IN CALRECYCLE GRANT FUNDING FOR CLEANUP AND ILLEGAL DUMPING PREVENTION AT 100 GIGLING ROAD
Staff explained that the grant would support site security and cleanup at the "Hammerhead" facilities, including fencing, removal of existing debris and safety hazards, and measures to reduce illegal dumping while the site awaits future demolition. Public comment: None.
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 authorized staff to apply for grant.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED RESO #26-87
J. ADOPT A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CITY HALL, OLDEMEYER
COMMUNITY CENTER, AND PATTULLO SWIM CENTER AND THEIR
ASSOCIATED GROUNDS AS RECREATIONAL AREAS
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Thursday, September 3, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 7 Staff explained that the designation identifies the listed properties as functional turf used for recreational and community purposes under state water-use requirements. 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 designate City Hall, Oldemeyer Community Center, And Pattullo Swim Center and their associated grounds as recreational areas.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED #26-88
9. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. RECEIVE AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRESS UPDATE AND
PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF, AS APPROPRIATE
Administrative Analyst II Laura Calata presented an economic development update covering retail demand, visitor and market data, commercial vacancies, new and prospective businesses, business outreach, partnerships, Opportunity Zones 2.0, and ongoing development projects. Staff reported approximately $238 million in unmet retail/service demand and discussed strategies to retain local spending and support brick-and-mortar businesses.
The presentation also highlighted partnerships with Monterey Bay F.C., Retail Strategies, and See Monterey, as well as continued work on Campus Town, Main Gate, and the Seaside Grand Hyatt Hotel and Resort. Council discussion addressed water availability, retail recruitment, vacancy reduction, economic data, local business support, visitor dwell time, and development strategy.
Council direction was for the Economic Development Department to continue the activities presented while working with the Seaside Jobs Commission on a formal five-year economic development plan aligned with the General Plan. Public comment: None.
ACTION: RECEIVED; DIRECTION PROVIDED
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Thursday, September 3, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 8 B. ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SURPLUS OF A 2004 PIERCE
HAWK MODEL TYPE III FIRE ENGINE AND DONATION OF FIRE ENGINE
TO THE MONTEREY PENINSULA COLLEGE FIRE ACADEMY
Fire Chief Paul Blaha reported that the engine has served the City for more than two decades and was recently replaced. Donation to the Monterey Peninsula College Fire Academy will provide students with hands-on wildland firefighting and apparatus training while reducing City maintenance and future repair costs.
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 roll vote, the City Council/Successor Agency moved to authorize the surplus of a 2004 Pierce Hawk Model Type III Fire Engine and donation of Fire Engine to the Monterey Peninsula College Fire Academy.
RESULT: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Burks, Garcia-Arrazola, Miller, Oglesby, Pacheco
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
ACTION: ADOPTED #26-89
10. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
A. NEW COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS
None.
B. FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS REQUESTS
The City Manager advised that a presentation on cannabis agreements would be provided at the September 17, 2026 City Council meeting in response to a previous request from Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco.
11. CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER, CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR COMMENTS
AND REPORTS ON COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Reports provided.
12. CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 (d)(2)
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Thursday, September 3, 2026 City Council REGULAR Meeting Page 9 Two potential matters.
This item was removed from the agenda. No closed session was held.
13. ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:29 p.m. The next regular meeting was announced for September 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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