Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · August 19, 2014
Minutes
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF MONTEREY
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBER, FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Councilmembers
Present: Councilmembers Downey, Haffa, Selfridge, Sollecito, Della Sala
Absent: None
City Staff City Manager, City Attorney, Director of Information Resources/City Clerk,
Present: Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Plans and Public Works,
Finance Director, Community Services Director, Fire Chief, Police Chief,
Acting Human Resources Director, Chief of Planning, Engineering and
Environmental Compliance, Assistant Finance Director, Principal Planner,
Housing & Property Manager, Human Resources Analyst, Communications
and Outreach Manager
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Della Sala called the meeting to order at 4:06 p.m.
On a request by the Mayor, City Manager McCarthy reported that the City Council received and
discussed a report from their labor negotiator in a closed session conference with agency
negotiator Janae Novotny, Esq. regarding the employee organization: Executive Management
Employee Association
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Sollecito said that it was a great weekend for the Peninsula, including car week
and MPC’s hosting of their first antique fair. He said that he looks forward to another fair on
September 28th. He advised that when one is confronted by police officers, the penal code says
that, "You will obey lawful orders." He said that most of the time officers get voluntary
compliance, and parents should teach children to obey lawful orders from police. He said if a
wrong is done, it is appropriate to file a citizen's complaint. Councilmember Sollecito reminded
drivers to slow down while driving on wet roads.
Councilmember Downey said that the R&M auction is a premier event that supports the
community. She noted that while car week creates a lot of traffic, the Rotary Club collected
$60,000 by volunteering, and that money will benefit scholarships and non-profits. She said that
there will be a lot of TOT collected as a result of this event, so it does a lot for the community,
even with the inconvenience.
Councilmember Selfridge congratulated New Monterey Business Association for hosting free
movies in the park, and there will be one more this summer.
Mayor Della Sala said that car week was a great success for the City of Monterey and the
entire Peninsula. He thanked the volunteers.
CONSENT ITEMS
Mayor Della Sala said that a member of the public has asked to remove Item #2 and Item #6
from the consent agenda. Councilmember Downey asked to remove Item #4 for a report.
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On a motion by Councilmember Haffa, seconded by Councilmember Sollecito, and carried by
the following vote, the City Council approved the Consent Agenda, except Items 2, 4, and 6,
which were removed for discussion, and with the Mayor recusing himself from participating in
the vote for Item 9:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Downey, Haffa, Selfridge, Sollecito, Della Sala
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Approval of Minutes
1. August 5, 2014 (Information Resources - 701-09)
Action: Approved
Ordinances
2. Second Reading of Ordinance 3504 C.S. Enacting a Special Transactions and Use Tax to be
Administered by the State Board of Equalization, Subject to Adoption by the Electorate
(Finance - 407-01)
Action: Removed from Consent; discussed; approved Second Reading of Ordinance
3504
Finance Director Forbis presented a brief report. Mayor Della Sala opened public comment on
the item. Nelson Vega reported on a recent survey in the Herald that said that 68% of people
are against a tax. He said that it is important for the City to show people that the City is cutting
costs and not giving out increases in order for this measure to pass. Having no further requests
to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed public comment.
Mayor Della Sala thanked Mr. Vega and explained that the Council has asked the staff to
complete a new salary survey. He said that several executive managers are doing double duty,
having reduced their number from 14 to 9 in recent years. He said that the measure sunsets in
four years, and the City is being vigilant with regard to finances.
On a motion by Councilmember Sollecito, seconded by Councilmember Haffa, and carried by
the following vote, the City Council approved the Second Reading of Ordinance 3504 C.S.
enacting a Special Transactions and Use Tax to be administered by the State Board of
Equalization, subject to adoption by the electorate:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Downey, Haffa, Selfridge, Sollecito, Della Sala
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Resolutions
3. Authorize the Purchase of a Portland Loo for the Downtown Additional Restroom Project
***CIP*** (Plans & Public Works - 405-03)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 14-146 C.S.
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4. Authorize Agreement with the Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau (MCCVB) for
Destination Marketing Services and Operation of the Visitor Center (Recreation & Community
Services - 307-03)
Action: Removed from Consent; discussed; adopted Resolution No. 14-147 C.S.
Community Services Director Bui-Burton presented the staff report and answered
Councilmembers' questions.
Councilmember Downey suggested that videos on the history of Monterey be made available to
the hotels to play in their rooms. Councilmember Selfridge asked that the CVB help those with
new events and attractions get started.
Mayor Della Sala opened public comment on the item. Tammy Blunt, President and CEO of
Monterey County Convention and Visitors' Bureau, said that they have made some videos
available and plan to do more. She also recognized Councilmember Selfridge’s issue. With no
further requests to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed public comment on the item.
On a motion by Councilmember Sollecito, seconded by Councilmember Downey, and carried
by the following vote, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 14-147 C.S., authorizing an
agreement with the Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau (MCCVB) for Destination
Marketing Services and Operation of the Visitor Center:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Downey, Haffa, Selfridge, Sollecito, Della Sala
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
5. Adopt the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel Bay, and South Monterey Bay Integrated Regional
Water Management Plan (IRWMP) Update (Plans & Public Works - 706-04)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 14-148 C.S.
6. Adopt Resolution to Implement Changes to Hourly Wages for Regular Part-time (RPT)
Employees Effective September 1, 2014 (Human Resources - 701-13)
Action: Removed from Consent; discussed; adopted Resolution No. 14-149 C.S.
Employee Relations Manager Jones presented the staff report and answered Councilmembers'
questions. Mayor Della Sala opened public comment on the item. Nelson Vega said that in the
private sector in 2010 there were not many salary increases. He voiced concerns that this is the
beginning of compaction and that will eventually increase all salaries. He said this could cause
the tax measure to fail and suggested that Council should not increase salaries for the next four
years. With no further requests to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed public comment.
Mayor Della Sala said that eight years ago when he became Mayor there were approximately
550 employees, and now there are only 450. He said that employees are working harder than
ever, Council cannot bind future City Councils, and Council cannot predetermine the outcome
of negotiations. He said that it is estimated that 50% of the sales tax increase will be paid by
tourists and will go to roads, sidewalks and storm drains. The Mayor said that this would be a
wise investment.
It was moved by Councilmember Sollecito, and seconded by Councilmember Haffa, to adopt
Resolution 14-149 C.S. implementing changes to hourly wages for Regular Part-time (RPT)
employees, effective September 1, 2014.
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Councilmember Haffa said that he is in favor of this action because part time employees are
doing the same work for less money. Councilmember Selfridge said they haven't had a raise
since 2010.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Downey, Haffa, Selfridge, Sollecito, Della Sala
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
7. Authorize Closed Session Conference Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 with
Real Property Negotiators Hans Uslar, Dino Pick, Chip Rerig, Rick Marvin, Janna Aldrete and
Will Sterling to Provide Lease Negotiation Direction for Lease at 285 Figueroa Avenue
(Monterey Beach Party, Inc.) (Plans & Public Works - 704-10)
Action: Authorized
8. Authorize Acquisition and Award Contracts for Service to Infor Public Sector, Inc and TruePoint
Solutions to Upgrade the Plans & Public Works Hansen Asset Management Software
(Information Resources - 105-03)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 14-150 C.S.
9. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Ausonio, Inc. for Program Management Services
for the Monterey Conference Center Renovation Project and Amend Resolution 14-047 C.S. to
Increase the Loan from the Parking Fund to the Capital Improvement Fund in the Amount of
$150,000 (Continued from August 5, 2014 Council Meeting) (Plans & Public Works - 701-13)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 14-151 C.S. and Resolution No. 14-152 C.S. (4-0-1; Della
Sala not participating due to a potential conflict of interest)
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Della Sala opened public comments on items not on the agenda. Don Williams said
there are five storm drains that are clogged with leaves and paper Downtown, and they don't
get cleaned up at all. He suggested that the bike trail needs to be widened to make room for
pedestrians. Valencia Picinni asked Council to agendize, in September, opening a medicinal
medical marijuana dispensary in the City of Monterey. Sam Rashkin said it is important to
retain, expand, and attract with regard to economic development. He said that he knows of two
local businesses that are closing and two more that might close. He asked Council to do a
market rent survey. He reviewed a business on Wharf I that is in danger of closing and asked
Council and staff to see if there is a way to save these businesses.
Alex Peterson thanked the Mayor and Council for allowing his and Ms. Warner's classes to
come to the Council meetings and learn about the City. Dereck Uma, Student at MHS, voiced
concerns about parents parking in red zones and double parking on school property.
Councilmember Sollecito said that the Chief of Police would advise the School Resource
Officer. Having no further requests to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed public comments.
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PUBLIC HEARING
10. 1st Reading to Amend Monterey City Code Chapter 38, Article 8, Section 38-40.B to Include
Animal Sales & Services: Animal Boarding, Animal Grooming, Animal Hospitals - as
Conditionally Permitted Uses in the Industrial, Administration and Research Zoning District Per
Planning Commission Recommendation; I-R Zoning District; Applicant: Deborah Bellingham;
Negative Declaration (Plans & Public Works - 201-12)
Action: Held Public Hearing; passed Ordinance amending City Code to print and adopted
Resolution No. 14-153 C.S. certifying the Negative Declaration (4-1; Downey voting no)
Principal Planner Cole presented the staff report and answered Councilmembers' questions.
Mayor Della Sala opened the Public Hearing. Dr. Debbie Bellingham thanked the Council for
their consideration, reviewed her credentials, and asked Council for their approval. Daryl
Kenyon, property owner in Ryan Ranch said that it is up to the Council to determine how Ryan
Ranch evolves and he does not think this change is consistent with the evolution of Ryan
Ranch, noting that there is a small vet next to his business and noise is an issue. Roberta
Brainard-Whitlakes, a neighbor on Route 68, voiced concerns that an animal boarding facility
will create noise issues for nearby residents. She asked that Garden Road have a plan created.
Having no further requests to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed the hearing.
Councilmember Downey expressed concern that if a facility for dogs were allowed, it could
create a noise problem for the neighbors. On question, Ms. Cole said that this ordinance would
permit small animal boarding, but the Planning Commission has the opportunity to review each
application for a use permit and would address noise and access issues. Councilmember Haffa
suggested that Council might add specific noise restrictions.
Councilmember Sollecito said that he cannot think of another location within the City that would
be better for this type of facility. Ms. Cole clarified that the proposed application is only for
felines.
It was moved by Councilmember Sollecito, and seconded by Councilmember Haffa to pass an
Ordinance to print to amend Monterey City Code Chapter 38, Article 8, Section 38-40.B to
include animal sales & services: animal boarding, animal grooming, animal hospitals - as
conditionally permitted uses in the Industrial, Administration and Research Zoning District per
the Planning Commission recommendation; to adopt Resolution No. 14-153 C.S. certifying the
Negative Declaration; and to direct the Planning Commission to give careful attention and
consideration to the sound attenuation issue when considering applications.
On question, City Attorney Davi said that the current application has been presented for felines
only. She said that excluding dogs would require a change in definition.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Haffa, Selfridge, Sollecito, Della Sala
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Downey
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
***Adjourn to Closed Session***
Mayor Della Sala opened public comments on the closed session items. Sam Rashkin said that
he supports the Monterey Beach House extension. He said that small businesses like Mohr
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Motors do not have the ability to conduct an appraisal and hire an inspector, and that puts them
at a disadvantage. He said that they can't know how much to spend on tenant improvements
without knowing the recommended lease amount and terms. He asked Council to communicate
known items as soon as possible. Adam Mohr, Mohr Motors, requested a ten-year lease
renewal for their building on Del Monte Avenue so they can make improvements to that
building. Having no further requests to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed public comment and
adjourned the meeting to closed session at 5:23 p.m.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM CLOSED SESSION
Information Resources Director/City Clerk Gawf announced the following:
In a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation, Adams vs. City of Monterey
(Workers' Compensation Appeals Board), the City Council gave confidential direction to their
negotiators on a unanimous roll call vote. Councilmember Selfridge recused herself and left
the Chamber due to a disqualification while Council received a report on Item 3-B, anticipated
litigation due to significant exposure to litigation regarding an AT&T Use Permit Claim (1340
Munras Ave.).
WATER UPDATE
Mayor Della Sala noted that Executive Director Cullem is out of town, so there would be no
update tonight. He opened public comments on the item.
Dan Turner, Monterey resident, voiced concerns regarding a special request included in
CalAm's current rate increase. He said that they have requested a memorandum account
where they would be allowed to track expenses for fines and penalties so they can pass those
expenses on to customers. Mr. Turner asked the Council to join him in filing a protest. With no
further requests to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed public comments.
Councilmember Sollecito said that years ago when it was realized that the Carmel River system
was being damaged by over-pumping, the government and people nonchalantly did not replace
the lost water. He noted that by replacing gardens and lawns with rubber, rocks and wood
chips, another eco-system is being destroyed. He said that water is not a luxury, it is a staple of
life, and more of it needs to be produced. He said that the desal plant needs to be built.
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Della Sala reopened public comments. Timothy Barrett referenced a recently approved
City contract with Infor and TruPoint Solutions. He said that the City's website and information
access is excellent. He voiced concerns that these contractors are located in San Francisco,
and he asked Council to look at local IT providers to award these types of contracts to local
businesses.
Willard McCrone said that the Lower Presidio Historic Park is beautiful, and the City has leased
the property for many years, but there are currently no signs there. He asked that the City study
the Lower Presidio Historic Park Plan and find ways to fund benches, trails, and markers to
complete portions of the plan.
Charles Jack, Monterey resident, said that he read an article regarding Pueblo Water rights with
regard to the Salinas River. He asked CalAm to report what percentage of their commercial
customers fall into Divisions 3 and 4 of the rates and how that determination is made.
Melody Chrislock congratulated Councilmember Sollecito for his views championing residential
gardens. She reviewed the costs of a residential water bill for 17,054 gallons compared to what
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a commercial user would pay, saying that it represents a serious inequity. Luis Osorio
referenced Western City magazine regarding massage parlors. He said that Monterey
amended their zoning Ordinance with regard to this and there are a number of these
businesses located throughout Monterey. He said some of the employees live at the
businesses. He noted that the State bill has come up for reauthorization and he suggested that
the City look at it. Having no further requests to speak, Mayor Della Sala closed public
comment.
PRESENTATIONS
11. Presentation by Cal-Am (City Manager - 101-03)
Action: Received and discussed presentation
Rob MacLean, President of CalAm, introduced the item. He introduced Shirene Chu, who is in
charge of rate proceedings and rate design for CalAm. Ms. Chu gave a presentation reviewing
the regulatory process and explaining CalAm’s rate design.
Councilmember Sollecito expressed frustration with the lack of a new water supply and
suggested that the largest desal plant possible should be built. Mayor Della Sala said that it is
important to right-size the plant so there is not unused capacity. He noted that when more water
is needed the desal plant’s capacity could be increased.
Councilmember Downey said that there is no incentive for commercial customers to reduce
their water use due to them paying a fixed rate. She voiced concerns regarding the age of the
infrastructure and the resulting leakage problems.
Mr. MacLean said that there has not been significant lapsing of conservation efforts since the
new rate structure went into effect. He explained that water systems are designed to fight fires
and that capacity is paid through taxes one way or another. On question, he explained that
testing that has been done to locate the leak in Carmel, CalAm does not believe it is theirs, but
that has not been ruled out.
Councilmember Haffa said that going forward, it is very important to bring the residential
customers into the rate setting process. Ms. Chu explained that the PUC has a process to
include ratepayers and Mr. MacLean said that MPWMD was very involved in the process, as
well as Mr. Weitzman and Mr. Riley.
On question, Mr. MacLean said that CalAm is in the process of determining whether GWR
would be more cost effective than a larger desal plant. Councilmember Selfridge asked for
confirmation whether CalAm has requested to have customers pay the potential fines, and Mr.
MacLean said that he is not aware of that filing, but will look into it.
On question, Mr. MacLean said that soil composition determines the potential best location for
slant wells, and he hopes to install a test slant well at the Cemex site. He said that everything
seen so far is indicating that things are moving in the right direction. On further question, he
explained the concept of the slant well is to reach as far as possible into the Ocean to avoid
taking fresh water from the Salinas Basin.
Mayor Della Sala opened public comment on the item. Ron Weitzman thanked Council for
having a session on water and suggested that Monterey should take charge of the issue and
let the laws of supply and demand work. He said that Monterey rate payers are paying 53% of
the costs. Nelson Vega thanked CalAm for the presentation. He said that the rates are set by
the state. He said that commercial users are the ones who provide customers to pay for the
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City's infrastructure and programs. He said that if there was a need to subsidize residential
customers, some group of people would have to be taxed. He agreed that a bigger desal plant
is needed by at least 20%.
Timothy Barrett said that he understands the community's frustration about the rate structure
because it is so complicated. He suggested that it might not need to be complicated. He said
that it is not fair and it should be fair and transparent. Sharon Dwight, Monterey resident,
recollected about the drought in the 1970s, saying that conservation was born out of that. She
said that the tiers are way out of whack which causes rates to go up even with extreme
conservation.
Dan Turner, Monterey resident, said that CalAm is a high profit business and if profit were
removed, rates would go down. He said that shifting most of the costs to residents is unfair. He
asked why the desalinated water costs in Monterey are projected to be so much higher than
other areas. Melody Chrislock asked what the rate is for division 1 commercial users. She said
that she pays more now for less water.
Gene Barnes, retired professor of physics, said that he suspects that the desal plan will run at
capacity from its start up, and he agreed with a previous speaker that it should be built as large
as possible. Clyde Hutchison, Carmel Valley resident, said that the residential rates are
outrageous and it makes no sense to subsidize commercial use. He said that the length of the
billing cycle affects whether one falls into a higher tier because the number of days varies. He
voiced concerns regarding slant wells. Dan Presser said that GWR cannot be purified
sufficiently to remove the impurities. Ms. Downey said the public health department has to OK
the water quality.
A Navy Veteran asked why the consumption is affecting residential users more than
commercial users. He asked how much of the drop in the number of tier 5 users resulted from
commercial users who were removed due to the rate structure changes. George Riley, Public
Water Now, said that it is a question of fairness, and the current structure is not fair.
John Narigi, Coalition of Peninsula Businesses, said that the coalition was formed by a group of
volunteers who have full time jobs because the commercial tiered rates were grossly unfair. He
said they worked with CalAm, and CalAm always represented residential customers. He said
that the Plaza spent $300,000 on conservation improvements, which did not cut his costs. He
said that his water bills have increased hundreds of thousands, and that cannot be passed on
to customers. He said that conservation is important.
Lynn Negubian, volunteer for Public Water Now, said that some time in the future, the Monterey
Peninsula will have a public water utility. Mayor Della Sala gave Mr. MacLean the opportunity to
answer any questions. Mr. MacLean thanked the Council and said he would be willing to come
to a workshop to discuss these issues. He urged people to get involved the next time rates are
being considered. He clarified that there are no subsidies between residential and commercial
businesses. Mayor Della Sala closed public comments.
Mayor Della Sala called a recess at 9:06 p.m., then reconvened the meeting at 9:16 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
12. Consider Appeal 14-252 of 230 Lighthouse Avenue - Planning Commission Decision that
Approved Preliminary and Final Design Review; Appellant New Monterey Neighborhood
Association; Owner Carl Outzen; C-2 Zoning District; Finding of No Further Review for CEQA
(Plans & Public Works - 203-02)
Action: Amended and adopted Resolution 14-154 C.S., denying the appeal
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Chief of Planning Rerig introduced the item, reviewing the items that Council will consider and
decide during tonight's hearing. Principal Planner Cole presented the details of the appeal and
recommended upholding the Planning Commission decision and denying the appeal.
Mayor Della Sala opened the floor to the appellant. Sharon Dwight, President of the New
Monterey Neighborhood Association, said that the architectural review as not completed. She
said this is the largest building ever proposed on Lighthouse, the applicant did not work with
the ARC, and the Planning Commission did not look at the design issues.
Mayor Della Sala opened the floor to the applicant. Henry Ruhnke, architect, reviewed the
process and public hearings that this project has gone through over the past year. He explained
that the issue at the last ARC meeting was that they wanted story poles erected and a set back
from the side of Carbone's, so the applicant requested denial so it could be taken to the
Planning Commission. He confirmed that they could add landscaping elements to the side of
Building B.
Carl Outzen, applicant, explained that the initial joint Planning and ARC meeting went well, but
there were irregularities in the process after that point. Mayor Della Sala opened the floor to the
general public. Nancy Runyon, New Monterey resident, said that the third story set back should
be increased. She asked Council to send the project back to the ARC.
Brendan Macalary, member of the New Monterey Neighborhood Association, said that the City
Code details the required findings for ARC to approve a project, one of which is the view impact
and that has never been done. Rick Johnson, Administrator of the New Monterey Business
Association, said that his Board of Directors is in full support of this project. He said that while
he likes this project, there will never be a project that everyone will like. He said that this project
has been fully vetted, and he urged Council to move it forward.
Nelson Vega spoke in support of the project, saying that the architect does beautiful work. He
said housing is a critical part, and allowing three stories is necessary. Marilyn Barry said that
she lives across the street and that Council must decide what they want Lighthouse to look like.
She voiced concerns regarding potential traffic impacts. She said that she is neutral with
respect to this project.
Terry Latassa, Chair of the ARC, said that the ARC was not opposed, but was only looking for a
reduction of the third floor. He said that the direction from Council was to reduce the third story.
He said that this building deserves scrutiny and the story pole issue did a disservice to the
neighborhood.
Bill McCrone, Chairman of the Planning Commission, reviewed the basis for the applicant's
appeal to the Planning Commission, saying that there were findings that the Planning
Commission left as is, and some with which they disagreed. Timothy Barrett said that he
embraces mixed use development and agrees that this is a very important project and deserves
a close scrutiny. He said the lack of staking is an issue. Having no further requests to speak,
Mayor Della Sala closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Sollecito said that the system has been a problem for this particular project. He said
that sometimes there is not unanimity on a project, but this one has been thoroughly scrutinized.
It was moved by Councilmember Sollecito, and seconded by Councilmember Downey, to
adopt Resolution No. 14-154 C.S. denying the appeal 14-252 of 230 Lighthouse Avenue -
Planning Commission decision that approved preliminary and final design review; with a finding
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of no further review for CEQA.
Councilmember Haffa said that he supported this plan from the beginning. He said he would
like to add two conditions in order to support the motion: one for trellising on Building B and
moving back the overhang above the street. He said that he believes the Planning Commission
erred by questioning the ARC's authority, but agrees with the Planning Commission's findings.
Mayor Della Sala asked to amend the motion to have a trellis added to the side of Building B.
The motion maker and seconder agreed to the friendly amendment. The motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Downey, Haffa, Selfridge, Sollecito, Della Sala
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager McCarthy reminded Councilmembers that a study session is scheduled for next
Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. where the Holman Highway roundabout design will be discussed. He
introduced Bill Michael, Monterey's new Library Director.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:49 p.m. Mayor Della Sala adjourned the meeting and continued closed session items cs2
and cs3 to Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 4:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Bonnie Gawf Chuck Della Sala
Director of Information Resources / City Clerk Mayor
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Agenda
City Council
City Council Agenda Chuck Della Sala, Mayor
Regular Meeting Libby Downey, Councilmember
Alan Haffa, Councilmember
Monterey City Council Nancy Selfridge, Councilmember
Tuesday, August 19, 2014 Frank Sollecito, Councilmember
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. City Manager
Council Chamber 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.* Michael McCarthy
Few Memorial Hall of Records
Monterey, California
* No discussion of a new item will be started after 10:30 p.m.
***Afternoon Session Agenda***
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmembers may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a brief
report on his or her activities. In addition, Council may provide a referral to staff or other resources
for factual information, request staff to report back to the body at a subsequent meeting
concerning any City matter, or direct staff to place a request to agendize a matter of business on a
future agenda (G.C. 54954.2).
CONSENT ITEMS
CONSENT AGENDA consists of those items which are routine and for which a staff
recommendation has been prepared. A member of the public or a Councilmember may request
that an item be placed on the regular agenda for further discussion.
Approval of Minutes
1. August 5, 2014 (Information Resources - 701-09)
Ordinances
ORDINANCES are "legislative acts" by the Council; are the most permanent and binding type of
Council action, and may be replaced only by a subsequent ordinance. An ordinance requires two
readings at separate Council meetings, is "passed to print" for legal advertisement when
introduced, and is "passed and adopted" when given final approval.
2. Second Reading of Ordinance 3504 C.S. Enacting a Special Transactions and Use Tax to
be Administered by the State Board of Equalization, Subject to Adoption by the Electorate
(Finance - 407-01)
Resolutions
RESOLUTIONS are passed to express the policy of the Council on certain items or programs, or
are passed to direct certain types of administrative action. A resolution may be changed by
adoption of a subsequent resolution. Resolutions only require one reading and are approved
when "passed and adopted."
3. Authorize the Purchase of a Portland Loo for the Downtown Additional Restroom Project
***CIP*** (Plans & Public Works - 405-03)
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
4. Authorize Agreement with the Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau (MCCVB)
for Destination Marketing Services and Operation of the Visitor Center (Recreation &
Community Services - 307-03)
5. Adopt the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel Bay, and South Monterey Bay Integrated Regional
Water Management Plan (IRWMP) Update (Plans & Public Works - 706-04)
6. Adopt Resolution to Implement Changes to Hourly Wages for Regular Part-time (RPT)
Employees Effective September 1, 2014 (Human Resources - 701-13)
7. Authorize Closed Session Conference Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
with Real Property Negotiators Hans Uslar, Dino Pick, Chip Rerig, Rick Marvin, Janna
Aldrete and Will Sterling to Provide Lease Negotiation Direction for Lease at 285 Figueroa
Avenue (Monterey Beach Party, Inc.) (Plans & Public Works - 704-10)
8. Authorize Acquisition and Award Contracts for Service to Infor Public Sector, Inc and
TruePoint Solutions to Upgrade the Plans & Public Works Hansen Asset Management
Software (Information Resources - 105-03)
9. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Ausonio, Inc. for Program Management
Services for the Monterey Conference Center Renovation Project and Amend Resolution
14-047 C.S. to Increase the Loan from the Parking Fund to the Capital Improvement Fund
in the Amount of $150,000 (Continued from August 5, 2014 Council Meeting) (Plans &
Public Works - 701-13)
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS allows you, the public, to speak for a maximum of three minutes on any
subject which is within the jurisdiction of the Monterey City Council and which is not on the
agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the City Council may do
so by addressing the Council during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to:
City Clerk, City Hall, Monterey, CA 93940. The appropriate staff person will contact the sender
concerning the details. NOTE: Public Comments are taken during the afternoon session and
continued at the evening session. Individuals may choose to speak once for up to three minutes at
either session, but not both.
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARINGS are held to receive public comment on certain items pending Council action.
You are welcome to offer your comments after being recognized by the Mayor. The Council may
limit the time allocated to each speaker.
10. 1st Reading to Amend Monterey City Code Chapter 38, Article 8, Section 38-40.B to
Include Animal Sales & Services: Animal Boarding, Animal Grooming, Animal Hospitals -
as Conditionally Permitted Uses in the Industrial, Administration and Research Zoning
District Per Planning Commission Recommendation; I-R Zoning District; Applicant:
Deborah Bellingham; Negative Declaration (Plans & Public Works - 201-12)
***Adjourn to Closed Session (See additional agenda)***
Council will adjourn to closed session no later than 5:00 p.m.
RECESS 5:30 p.m.
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RECONVENE
***Evening Session Agenda***
7:00 - 11:00 p.m.
* No discussion of a new item will be started after 10:30 p.m.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM CLOSED SESSION
WATER UPDATE
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS allows you, the public, to speak for a maximum of three minutes on any
subject which is within the jurisdiction of the Monterey City Council and which is not on the
agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the City Council may do
so by addressing the Council during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to:
City Clerk, City Hall, Monterey, CA 93940. The appropriate staff person will contact the sender
concerning the details. NOTE: Public Comments are taken during the afternoon session and
continued at the evening session. Individuals may choose to speak once for up to three minutes at
either session, but not both.
PRESENTATIONS
11. Presentation by Cal-Am (City Manager - 101-03)
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARINGS are held to receive public comment on certain items pending Council action.
You are welcome to offer your comments after being recognized by the Mayor. The Council may
limit the time allocated to each speaker.
12. Consider Appeal 14-252 of 230 Lighthouse Avenue - Planning Commission Decision that
Approved Preliminary and Final Design Review; Appellant New Monterey Neighborhood
Association; Owner Carl Outzen; C-2 Zoning District; Finding of No Further Review for
CEQA (Plans & Public Works - 203-02)
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
The City Manager may make a brief report on his activities or a brief announcement. He may also
ask for clarification or direction regarding scheduling of Council meetings and study sessions.
ADJOURNMENT
Members of the public have the right to address the City Council on any item on the Agenda, before or
during its consideration [G.C. §54954.3(a)]. The Mayor will formally open the floor for public comment on
items such as "Public Appearance" and "Public Hearings." If you wish to speak to items in any other
categories, for example "Consent Agenda," please advise the City Clerk or the Mayor prior to the
Council's action on that item, and you will be recognized. Notification as much in advance as possible is
appreciated.
The City Council meeting packet may be reviewed by the public in the Library or the City Clerk's Office.
Any writings or documents pertaining to an open session item provided to a majority of the City Council
less than 72 hours prior to the meeting, shall be made available for public inspection at the front counter
at the City Clerk's Office, Room 6 at City Hall, Madison & Pacific Streets, Monterey, California 93940
during normal business hours.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL
Aug 20 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Aug 21 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Aug 21 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Aug 21 Disabled Access Appeals Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:00 AM
Aug 21 Disabled Access Appeals Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:00 AM
Aug 25 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Aug 26 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Aug 27 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Aug 27 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM
Aug 27 Oversight Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Aug 28 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM
Sep 1 City Holiday, City Offices Closed - 8:00 AM
Sep 2 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Sep 3 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
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See Council Chamber seating chart online.
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