Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · September 6, 2016
Minutes
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF MONTEREY
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
4:00 - 5:30 PM 7:00 - 11:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER, FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Councilmembers
Present: Councilmembers Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
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,
Police Chief, Community Services Director, Fire Chief, Human Resources
Director, Library Director, Chief of Planning Engineering & Environmental
Compliance, Sustainability Coordinator, Principal Planner
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Roberson called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Recognition of Jacob's Heart Children's Cancer Support Services & Declaration of September
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378
and Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (City Manager - 701-17)
Action: Read Proclamation
Mayor Roberson read a Proclamation honoring Jacob's Heart Children's Cancer Support Services.
2. Presentation from National Weather Service on Monterey Being Designated as a
TsunamiReady Community (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and
Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (Fire - 611-03)
Action: Received report
City Manager McCarthy introduced the item, and Fire Chief Panholzer gave a brief overview. Bryan
Garcia and Jesse Haro, National Weather Service made the presentation to the City Council.
3. Recognition of Defense Language Institute Quarterly Joint Service Awards (Not a Project under
CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (City
Manager - 701-17)
Action: Presented Proclamations
Mayor Roberson presented Proclamations to Army Specialist Alexander J. Bruinsma, and Staff
Sergeant Kevin T. Sharpe. Each made brief remarks. The Mayor noted that Sergeant Mark C
Brenay is also being honored and could not be present.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Roberson opened the floor for public comments on items not on the agenda. Jack
Erickson, Monterey resident and member of Veterans for Peace, announced an event being
held on September 20, “The True Cost of War," at the Irvine Auditorium at MIIS. Dave Potter
said that September is National Preparedness Month, and he announced three upcoming
events. With no further requests to speak, Mayor Roberson closed public comments.
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CONSENT ITEMS
Councilmember Barrett asked to remove Items No. 8, and 18. He noted a correction to the
letter in Item No. 17.
On a motion by Councilmember Haffa, seconded by Councilmember Smith, and carried by the
following vote, the City Council adopted the Consent Agenda, except Items 8, and 18, and with
a correction to the letter included with Item 17:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Approval of Minutes
4. August 16, 2016 (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General
Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (Information Resources - 701-09)
Action: Approved
Ordinances
5. 1st Reading to Amend Monterey City Code Chapter 17 Relating to the Harbor and Marina to
Eliminate Outdated and Redundant Language, Update the Procedure for Appeals of
Harbormaster Decisions, and Regulate the Number of Trucks at the Pump Buildings. (Not a
Project Under CEQA, per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section
15061) (Community Services - 904-07)
Action: Passed Ordinance to print
6. 2nd Reading - Amend Monterey City Code Section 23-4 to Prohibit Alcohol on Public Beaches
Except by Valid Written Permit and to Allow Alcohol at Colton Hall Lawn, Friendly Plaza,
Monterey Bay Park, and the Lower Presidio Historic Park with a Valid Written Permit (Not a
Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section
15061) (Community Services - 701-11)
Action: Adopted Ordinance No. 3546
7. 2nd Reading to Amend Monterey City Code Section 31-3 (Exempt Signs and Prohibited Signs),
Section 31-5 (add Noticing Requirements); and Section 31-10 (Definitions) (Not a Project under
CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (City
Attorney - 701-11)
Action: Adopted Ordinance No. 3547
Resolutions
8. Adopt Resolutions Consenting to Inclusion of City Properties in the California Home Finance
Authority PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) Programs and Associate Membership in
California Home Finance Authority (Not a project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and
under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works - 802-12)
Action: Removed from Consent; discussed; tabled
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Sustainability Coordinator Terrasas gave a brief presentation and answered Councilmembers'
questions. On request, Emily Goodwin, YGreneworks, gave a brief presentation, explaining
details of the program and answering additional questions.
Mayor Roberson opened public comments on the Item. Scott Dick, Government Affairs Director
of MCAR, spoke in opposition to the program, saying that it is a self-imposed lien against
property, or a SLAP loan. He reviewed several disadvantages to the program. With no further
requests to speak, Mayor Roberson closed public comments, and suggested tabling the matter.
On a motion by Councilmember Downey, seconded by Councilmember Smith, and carried by
the following vote, the City Council tabled the matter:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
9. Authorize the Execution of a Navy Contract and the Appropriation of Funds for the Navy
Facilities Pavement Resurfacing Project ***NAVY*** (CEQA Not a Project under (Pub.
Resources Code, § 21080, subd. (a) and Pub. Resources Code, § 21080, subd. (b)(1)) and
Categorically Excluded from NEPA per 32 CFR 775.6 (f)(8)) (Plans & Public Works - 704-05)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-176 C.S.
10. Amend Resolution 15-120 Changing the Position Control List by Adding One Overfill Marina
Harbor Assistant Position in the Harbor Division until June 30, 2017. The proposed action is not
a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (CCR, Title 14,
Chapter 3 (“CEQA Guidelines), Article 20, Section 15378) (Community Services - 502-11)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-177 C.S.
11. Authorize an Appropriation of Funds for the Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety Program to be
Reimbursed by the California Office of Traffic Safety (Not a project under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works - 409-
02)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-178 C.S.
12. Amend Resolution 15-120 Changing the Position Control List for the Finance Department by
Adding one (1) Accounting Specialist Position (Not a Project Under CEQA Article 20, Section
15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works - 801-01)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-179 C.S.
13. Amend Resolution 15-120 To Change the Position Control List for the Plans and Public Works
Department by Eliminating the End Date for the Capital Programs Coordinator and Engineering
Assistant Positions in the Capital Projects Division (Not a Project Under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works - 801-
01)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-180 C.S.
14. Amend Resolution 15-120 Changing the Position Control List for the Plans and Public Works
Department by Eliminating One (1) Administrative Analyst – Real Estate Position and Adding
One (1) Administrative Analyst in the Housing and Property Management Division (Not a
Project Under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section
15061) (Plans & Public Works - 207-01)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-181 C.S.
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15. Extend Weekend Trolley Shuttle Program from September 10, 2016 – May 21, 2017 and
Appropriate Parking Funds (Not a Project Under CEQA, per Article 20, Section 15378 and
Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Community Services - 901-06)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-182 C.S.
16. Adopt a Successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Management Employees'
Association (MEA) (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under
General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (Human Resources - 507-03)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-183 C.S.
Other
17. Approve Response to 2015-2016 Monterey Civil Grand Jury Final Report - "The Slowly
Expanding Use of Body-Worn Cameras by Law Enforcement Agencies in Monterey County"
(Not a project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5,
Section 15061) (Police - 101-02)
Action: Corrected and approved
18. Approve Response 2015-2016 Monterey County Civil Grand Jury Final Report - “Housing
Homeless Women?" (Not a Project Under CEQA, per Article 20, Section 15378, and Under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Community Services - 706-11)
Action: Removed from Consent; discussed; amended and approved
Community Services Director Bui-Burton presented the staff report.
Councilmember Barrett referenced the "Real Cost Measure" report by the United Way, noting
the high cost of living in this community raises the poverty line. He advocated for
compassionate and innovative approaches to address housing issues. He noted that Monterey
has done a lot through traditional means to bring more affordable housing on line. He
suggested amending the letter to include some of the ongoing studies in the community and
that the Council adopt the Planning Commission's Housing Element recommendations.
Councilmember Smith said that the Housing Element was passed under a deadline, and the
Planning Department has begun the process of looking at the merits of the recommendations
that did not pass with the Housing Element. He said that this letter does not delve into the depth
that the community discussion will, but it covers what has taken place and is accurate.
Mr. Barrett said that the draft letter is inaccurate with respect to the safe parking program and it
does not mention the ongoing dialogue regarding very low income housing. Mr. Smith said that
the letter answers the Grand Jury's questions, and changing it would be premature because
public policy has not been decided yet.
Councilmember Haffa moved to create a subcommittee of Councilmembers Barrett and Smith
to edit the letter and bring it back to the next meeting. Staff clarified that the response to the
Grand Jury is due prior to the next Council meeting, and Mr. Haffa withdrew his motion.
Mayor Roberson opened public comment on the item, had no request to speak, and closed
public comment.
Mayor Roberson said that the Grand Jury Report is a snapshot and there will be a new Grand
Jury shortly. Councilmember Downey said that the GJ works hard to look at the issues. She
suggested adding a paragraph to say what the City has done regarding housing, but is
continuing to address the issue.
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Councilmember Smith suggested that Council include language in the letter that the City is
currently in the Planning Process that would involve the following tasks, list the tasks, and state
that no decisions have been made yet.
On a motion by Councilmember Barrett, seconded by Councilmember Haffa, and carried by the
following vote, the City Council amended the letter to say that the City is currently in the
process with the Planning Department that would involve the following tasks, list the tasks, and
state that no decisions have been made yet; to remove language that there is not demand for a
Safe Parking program; and approved the Response to the 2015-2016 Monterey County Civil
Grand Jury Final Report - “Housing Homeless Women?"
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
19. Consider Subcommittee Recommendation and Make Appointment to the Architectural Review
Committee(Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule
Article 5, Section 15061) (Information Resources - 701-06)
Action: Appointed Linda Rath
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC HEARING
20. Receive a Report and Consider Directing the City Manager to Execute a Disposition and
Development Agreement Between City of Monterey and Monterey Hotel Apartments, Inc. for
the Completion of the Monterey Hotel Mixed-Use Affordable Apartment Project Located at 406 -
410 Alvarado Street (APN 001-572-027-000) -- Continued from August 16, 2016 and
Recommended for Continuance to September 20, 2016 (Exempt from CEQA Article 19, Section
15301, Class 1) (Plans & Public Works - 206-03)
Action: Continued to September 20, 2016
On a motion by Mayor Roberson, seconded by Councilmember Downey, and carried by the
following vote, the City Council continued the item to September 20, 2016:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
21. Proclaim the City of Monterey as a Hidden Heroes City (Not a Project under CEQA per Article
20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (City Manager - 701-17)
Action: Continued to Evening Session; adopted Resolution No. 16-184 C.S.
City Manager McCarthy presented the staff report, noting that Monterey would be only the
second city in California to participate.
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On a motion by Mayor Roberson, seconded by Councilmember Downey, and carried by the
following vote, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 16-184 C.S., proclaiming the City of
Monterey as a Hidden Heroes City:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Mayor Roberson called a recess at 5:30 p.m. He reconvened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. where all
Councilmembers were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Roberson led the Pledge
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Roberson reopened public comment. John Hill, Trustee MPUSD, Tim Chaney, Trustee
MPUSD, and Dr. PK Diffenbaugh, MPUSD Superintendent, gave a presentation regarding
infrastructure expenditures from bond money, saying that the board is now deciding how to
move forward with expenditures of the remaining funds. They announced a Town Hall Meeting
schedule where the community will have opportunities to learn more and provide feedback.
With no further requests to speak, Mayor Roberson closed public comments.
WATER UPDATE
Councilmember Downey said that the CEQA review for ground water replenishment is
underway, with an opportunity for public comments. She invited Councilmembers and the public
to take a tour of PureWater demonstration project.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Smith reported that the Rotary Club will host a CERT presentation on
Thursday. He said that Council held a workshop on August 29th. He announced that there will
be a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, October 8 for the new, NIP-funded basketball court on
Cannery Row. He said that youth and adults will be invited to participate in a free-throw contest
at the Monterey Sports Center.
Councilmember Haffa said that he celebrated Labor Day with the Monterey Labor Council. He
reported that he attended the Housing Forum and took away that different approaches to
affordable housing might be needed in different neighborhoods. He differentiated between
temporary short-term rentals and permanent short-term rentals that take a unit out of
circulation. He suggested that the City should either enforce against short-term rentals or tax
them.
Councilmember Downey said that she has attended the Santa Rosalia and Greek festivals
recently and she loves the diversity. She said the recent planning workshop was well received.
She reported on her recent experience at the Civics class at Monterey High. She said that
Griffin Plaza has a beautiful fruit tree that deposits berries on the sidewalk, which causes stains
and looks terrible. She said that the pavement downtown needs to be cleaned up.
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Councilmember Barrett said that he is working on his basketball shooting arm. Councilmember
Smith said that the Warriors will be at the ribbon cutting. Mr. Barrett said he was interested in
hearing Mr. Haffa's thoughts on temporary short-term rentals. He announced a panel
discussion, “Local Investment, Resilient Economies, A Conversation with Amy Cortese, Amy
Pearl & Marco Vangelisti,” to be held at the Irvine Auditorium on Friday September 16.
Mayor Roberson expressed his appreciation for the Monterey Fire Department and Cal Fire,
saying he is very grateful that the recent Highway 68 fire was contained and put out quickly.
Councilmember Haffa noted the recent report on the improved response time to Monterey
residents that live in the Highway 68 area.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager McCarthy reported that two firefighters currently are offering aid in fighting the
Soberanes Fire. He said that he met with the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, who was
impressed with the Monterey Model. With tongue-in-cheek, he announced that the grand prize
for the free throw contest is a lunch with Councilmember Smith. Mr. Smith said that the prize
would be a ball signed by the Warriors team members.
PUBLIC HEARING
22. Consider Planning Commission Recommendation to: 1) Adopt a Mitigated Negative
Declaration; 2) Rezone Portions of the Lighthouse Specific Plan Area From Community
Commercial (C-2), Open Space (O), and Residential (R1-15 and R-3-5) to Planned Community
Lighthouse (PC-LH); 3) Amend Monterey City code Section 38-114.F-G and Section 32-67 to
Clarify Parking Regulations; and 4) Repeal the Lighthouse Area Plan and Adopt the Lighthouse
Specific Plan (Plans & Public Works - 201-12)
Action: Amended Plan to leave Open Space zoning as is (5-0), dedicate in-lieu parking
fees to multi-modal plan or alternative modes of transportation(5-0), and disallowed
numerical extension of the 35-foot height limit except for ADA access (4-1; Smith voting
no); adopted Resolution No. 16-185 C.S. (5-0) and Resolution No. 16-186 C.S.(5-0), and
passed Ordinance to print (5-0)
Chief of Planning and Engineering Cole presented the staff report.
Mayor Roberson opened the Public Hearing. Nancy Runyon, New Monterey Neighborhood
resident, complimented the ARC on the process and cited the FedEx building as a good
example of what the neighborhood supports regarding building height. She suggested that
there should be an Open Space overlay zone for the parks. Mike Becker, Cannery Row
Company and Foursome Development, said that the report was excellent. He suggested that
work should be done regarding the tunnel; keeping trash areas and plumbing separate; stating
that rebuilding or replacement retains current parking; internal illumination on signage; bulb-
outs with regard to diminished turning radius; and mentioning that Lighthouse is a boulevard.
Patricia Domingo, Lower New Monterey resident, voiced her appreciation for what the City has
done. She stated concerns regarding the lack of parking and traffic being incompatible with the
residential neighborhood; protecting the residents' views; infrastructure; and water. Tom
Shimansky, property owner on Lighthouse, noted that there is both a benefit and a drawback to
having the Aquarium. He said that Lighthouse needs a shot in the arm, and mixed use will
increase foot traffic. He said that there are too many restrictions on three-story buildings.
Carl Outzen voiced concerns regarding safety due to the narrow traffic lanes on Lighthouse
Avenue. He voiced concerns about the installation of the bulb-outs and making Lighthouse
Curve safer for walkability. Having no further requests to speak, Mayor Roberson closed the
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Public Hearing.
On question, Ms. Cole reviewed the issues that were brought forward during the hearing,
explaining how they relate to the recommendations. She said that the recommendation is to
wait for the Holman Highway Roundabout completion to review the traffic issues again.
Councilmember Smith said that he would like to look at completing a more permanent solution,
rather than the bollards, to keep people from making left turns on Lighthouse Curve.
Mayor Roberson called a recess at 8:32 p.m., then reconvened the meeting at 8:50 p.m.
On a motion by Mayor Roberson, seconded by Councilmember Barrett, and carried by the
following vote, the City Council amended the Plan to leave current Open Space zoned as Open
Space:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Councilmember Smith suggested referencing the neighbors to institute a neighborhood parking
program in the background section. Councilmember Haffa voiced concerns regarding the in lieu
parking option. Ms. Cole explained that it provides flexibility, and the money would go into the
Transportation Fund where it can be used for alternative transportation.
On a motion by Councilmember Haffa, seconded by Councilmember Smith, and carried by the
following vote, the City Council amended the Plan to state that in lieu fees shall go to a multi-
modal plan or alternative modes of transportation
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
It was moved by Mayor Roberson, and seconded by Councilmember Haffa to amend the Plan
to not allow numerical extension of the 35-foot height limit, except for facilitating ADA access:
Councilmember Smith said that he does not want to put conditions on the third story other than
a setback due to the cost and expense of building in Monterey. Councilmember Haffa said that
he would support the Mayor's motion, and leave the rest of the plan as is.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Roberson
NOES: 1 COUNCILMEMBERS: Smith
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
On a motion by Councilmember Haffa, seconded by Councilmember Smith, and carried by the
following vote, the City Council approved the Planning Commission recommendation to: 1)
adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration; 2) rezone portions of the Lighthouse Specific Plan Area
from Community Commercial (C-2), and Residential (R1-15 and R-3-5) to Planned Community
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Lighthouse (PC-LH); 3) amend Monterey City code Section 38-114.F-G and Section 32-67 to
Clarify Parking Regulations; and 4) repeal the Lighthouse Area Plan and adopt the Lighthouse
Specific Plan as amended:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
23. Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Adopt the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
(Plans & Public Works - 809-09)
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-187 C.S. and Resolution No. 16-188 C.S.
Community Services Director Bui-Burton introduced the item, and Principal Planner Caraker
reviewed the negative declaration. Ms. Bui-Burton presented the new Parks & Recreation
Master Plan and answered Councilmembers' questions.
Councilmember Barrett voiced concerns regarding seniors of an advanced age, particularly with
the news that the adult day care center has closed. He suggested that the City look into the
possibility of a facility for that purpose. Mayor Roberson wondered why the plan is so specific
regarding certain facilities. Ms. Bui-Burton explained that those specifics came from public
comments and work groups. Councilmember Downey applauded the Commission for the plan.
Councilmember Haffa suggested that there seems to be a need for an area to fly drones. He
asked if Window-on-the-Bay is in the Tidelands, and staff clarified that it is adjacent to it and
Tidelands funds could most likely be used in that area.
Mayor Roberson opened the floor for public comments. Lacey Spangler, Vice-Chair of the
Parks and Recreation Commission, thanked the Council for their consideration of the plan and
said they are excited to kick off the plan. Inge Waite, Library Director, said that she and the
Library Board are excited about this plan, particularly the references to the Teen Center and
programs. She said they would love to work with Recreation to find a better area for teens to
gather.
Jay Zwagerman complimented staff on the report. He supported developing pickleball courts,
noting that it is a fast growing sport, an easy and fun game, and provides good exercise. Judy
Dow, Monterey resident, urged Council to be forward-thinking in adoption of the plan, including
resources and venues for pickleball. Jerry Holden, Monterey Bay Pickleball Club, spoke in
support of developing facilities for the sport. Sheryl Pucket, Monterey Peninsula resident, spoke
in support of pickleball facilities, saying that it is an incredibly fun and social sport. Having no
further requests to speak, Mayor Roberson closed public comments.
Councilmember Barrett said that he would favor including a pickleball vision for the City's parks.
He noted the strong connection between the Library and Youth. Staff noted that the plan
includes a reference to that sport.
Councilmember Haffa thanked the Commission for their work and the public who provided
input. He appreciated the highlight of places for dogs and the sports complex and ideas for the
Rec Trail and bike path through the Lower Presidio. Councilmember Smith thanked everyone
for their contributions.
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On a motion by Councilmember Downey, seconded by Councilmember Haffa, and carried by
the following vote, the City Council adopted Resolutions approving a Mitigated Negative
Declaration and adopting the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, including exploration of a
facility for adult day care:
AYES: 5 COUNCILMEMBERS: Barrett, Downey, Haffa, Smith, Roberson
NOES: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ADJOURNMENT
Council adjourned to closed session at 10:38 p.m.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM CLOSED SESSION
Information Resources Director/City Clerk Gawf announced that on a unanimous roll call vote,
the City Council gave confidential direction to their legal counsel in a conference with legal
counsel regarding anticipated litigation, Andrew Miller claim. She said that the conference with
labor negotiators was not heard and no action was taken.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Bonnie Gawf Clyde Roberson
Director of Information Resources/City Clerk Mayor
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Agenda
City Council
City Council Agenda Clyde Roberson, Mayor
Regular Meeting Timothy Barrett, Councilmember
Libby Downey, Councilmember
Monterey City Council Alan Haffa, Councilmember
Tuesday, September 6, 2016 Ed Smith, Councilmember
4:00 - 5:30 PM City Manager
Council Chamber 7:00 - 11:00 PM Michael McCarthy
Few Memorial Hall of Records
Monterey, California
***Afternoon Session Agenda***
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
PRESENTATIONS
1. Recognition of Jacob's Heart Children's Cancer Support Services & Declaration of
September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (Not a Project under CEQA per Article
20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (City Manager -
701-17)
2. Presentation from National Weather Service on Monterey Being Designated as a
TsunamiReady Community (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and
Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (Fire - 611-03)
3. Recognition of Defense Language Institute Quarterly Joint Service Awards (Not a Project
under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 19, Section
15061) (City Manager - 701-17)
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.
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
4. August 16, 2016 (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under
General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (Information Resources - 701-09)
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Ordinances
ORDINANCES are legislative acts by the Council, are the most permanent and binding type of
Council action as they modify the City Code, and may be replaced only by a subsequent
ordinance. An ordinance requires legal advertisement when introduced, and two readings at
separate Council meetings. An ordinance is considered "passed to print" when approved for a
second reading, and is "passed and adopted" when given final approval by the Council.
5. 1st Reading to Amend Monterey City Code Chapter 17 Relating to the Harbor and Marina
to Eliminate Outdated and Redundant Language, Update the Procedure for Appeals of
Harbormaster Decisions, and Regulate the Number of Trucks at the Pump Buildings. (Not
a Project Under CEQA, per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5,
Section 15061) (Community Services - 904-07)
6. 2nd Reading - Amend Monterey City Code Section 23-4 to Prohibit Alcohol on Public
Beaches Except by Valid Written Permit and to Allow Alcohol at Colton Hall Lawn, Friendly
Plaza, Monterey Bay Park, and the Lower Presidio Historic Park with a Valid Written
Permit (Not a Project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule
Article 5, Section 15061) (Community Services - 701-11)
7. 2nd Reading to Amend Monterey City Code Section 31-3 (Exempt Signs and Prohibited
Signs), Section 31-5 (add Noticing Requirements); and Section 31-10 (Definitions) (Not a
Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 19,
Section 15061) (City Attorney - 701-11)
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."
8. Adopt Resolutions Consenting to Inclusion of City Properties in the California Home
Finance Authority PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) Programs and Associate
Membership in California Home Finance Authority (Not a project under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works -
802-12)
9. Authorize the Execution of a Navy Contract and the Appropriation of Funds for the Navy
Facilities Pavement Resurfacing Project ***NAVY*** (CEQA Not a Project under (Pub.
Resources Code, § 21080, subd. (a) and Pub. Resources Code, § 21080, subd. (b)(1))
and Categorically Excluded from NEPA per 32 CFR 775.6 (f)(8)) (Plans & Public Works -
704-05)
10. Amend Resolution 15-120 Changing the Position Control List by Adding One Overfill
Marina Harbor Assistant Position in the Harbor Division until June 30, 2017. The proposed
action is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
(CCR, Title 14, Chapter 3 (“CEQA Guidelines), Article 20, Section 15378) (Community
Services - 502-11)
11. Authorize an Appropriation of Funds for the Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety Program to be
Reimbursed by the California Office of Traffic Safety (Not a project under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works -
409-02)
12. Amend Resolution 15-120 Changing the Position Control List for the Finance Department
by Adding one (1) Accounting Specialist Position (Not a Project Under CEQA Article 20,
Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works -
801-01)
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13. Amend Resolution 15-120 To Change the Position Control List for the Plans and Public
Works Department by Eliminating the End Date for the Capital Programs Coordinator and
Engineering Assistant Positions in the Capital Projects Division (Not a Project Under
CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans
& Public Works - 801-01)
14. Amend Resolution 15-120 Changing the Position Control List for the Plans and Public
Works Department by Eliminating One (1) Administrative Analyst – Real Estate Position
and Adding One (1) Administrative Analyst in the Housing and Property Management
Division (Not a Project Under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule
Article 5, Section 15061) (Plans & Public Works - 207-01)
15. Extend Weekend Trolley Shuttle Program from September 10, 2016 – May 21, 2017 and
Appropriate Parking Funds (Not a Project Under CEQA, per Article 20, Section 15378 and
Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Community Services - 901-06)
16. Adopt a Successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Management
Employees' Association (MEA) (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378
and Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (Human Resources - 507-03)
Other
17. Approve Response to 2015-2016 Monterey Civil Grand Jury Final Report - "The Slowly
Expanding Use of Body-Worn Cameras by Law Enforcement Agencies in Monterey
County" (Not a project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule
Article 5, Section 15061) (Police - 101-02)
18. Approve Response 2015-2016 Monterey County Civil Grand Jury Final Report - “Housing
Homeless Women?" (Not a Project Under CEQA, per Article 20, Section 15378, and
Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Community Services - 706-11)
19. Consider Subcommittee Recommendation and Make Appointment to the Architectural
Review Committee(Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under
General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) (Information Resources - 701-06)
***End of Consent Agenda***
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.
20. Receive a Report and Consider Directing the City Manager to Execute a Disposition and
Development Agreement Between City of Monterey and Monterey Hotel Apartments, Inc.
for the Completion of the Monterey Hotel Mixed-Use Affordable Apartment Project Located
at 406 - 410 Alvarado Street (APN 001-572-027-000) -- Continued from August 16, 2016
and Recommended for Continuance to September 20, 2016 (Exempt from CEQA Article
19, Section 15301, Class 1) (Plans & Public Works - 206-03)
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PUBLIC APPEARANCE
PUBLIC APPEARANCE items are reports on non-routine issues that might stimulate public
discussion, but that do not require formal noticing as public hearings. You are welcome to offer
your comments after being recognized by the Mayor. The Council may limit the time each speaker
is allocated.
21. Proclaim the City of Monterey as a Hidden Heroes City (Not a Project under CEQA per
Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 19, Section 15061) (City
Manager - 701-17)
***Adjourn to Closed Session (See additional agenda)***
Any person or group desiring to make Public Comments on a Closed Session item
may do so by addressing the Council before they adjourn to Closed Session, or by
addressing a letter of explanation to: City Clerk, City Hall, Monterey, CA 93940.
Council will adjourn to closed session no later than 5:00 p.m.
RECESS 5:30 p.m.
RECONVENE
***Evening Session Agenda***
7:00 - 11:00 p.m.*
* No discussion of a new item will be started after 10:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM CLOSED SESSION
WATER UPDATE
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).
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.
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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.
22. Consider Planning Commission Recommendation to: 1) Adopt a Mitigated Negative
Declaration; 2) Rezone Portions of the Lighthouse Specific Plan Area From Community
Commercial (C-2), Open Space (O), and Residential (R1-15 and R-3-5) to Planned
Community Lighthouse (PC-LH); 3) Amend Monterey City code Section 38-114.F-G and
Section 32-67 to Clarify Parking Regulations; and 4) Repeal the Lighthouse Area Plan and
Adopt the Lighthouse Specific Plan (Plans & Public Works - 201-12)
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
PUBLIC APPEARANCE items are reports on non-routine issues that might stimulate public
discussion, but that do not require formal noticing as public hearings. You are welcome to offer
your comments after being recognized by the Mayor. The Council may limit the time each speaker
is allocated.
23. Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Adopt the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
(Plans & Public Works - 809-09)
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.
Information distributed to the Council at the Council meeting becomes part of the public record. A copy of
written material, pictures, etc. should be provided for this purpose.
City Council Meetings are cable cast live and videotaped for replay on Monterey's Government Access
Channel 25 by Access Monterey Peninsula (AMP).
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activities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance
to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 646-3935.
Notification 30 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements
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be accommodated to the extent feasible. For communication-related assistance, dial 711 to use
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UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL
Sep 7 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Sep 8 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Sep 8 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM
Sep 13 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Sep 15 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Sep 15 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Sep 19 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM
Sep 20 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Sep 21 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Sep 26 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Sep 27 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Sep 28 Oversight Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
Sep 28 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Sep 28 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM
Oct 3 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM
Oct 4 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
Oct 5 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Oct 6 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Oct 11 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
Oct 13 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3935
See Council Chamber seating chart online.
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