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Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program Committee Meeting

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · May 11, 2023

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NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM COMMITTEE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING Thursday, May 11, 2023 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBER, 580 PACIFIC ST. AND ZOOM TELECONFERENCE MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA NCIP Casanova Oak Knoll Richard Ruccello, Rep.* Representatives Del Monte Beach Jayme Fields, Rep. & Alternates Del Monte Grove-Laguna Grande Scott Hanson, Rep. Present: Downtown Curt Tipton, Rep.* Fishermen’s Flats Tom Rowley, Rep. Glenwood Lee Whitney, Rep. Monterey Vista Jean Rasch, Rep., Hans Jannasch, Alt. New Monterey Chinyere Ogbonna, Rep.* Oak Grove Luz Adam Rep.** Old Town April Harrison, Rep. Skyline Dennis Duke, Rep. Villa Del Monte Duane Peterson, Rep. * attended remotely via teleconference **attended remotely via teleconference but did not notice staff, therefore considered a member of the public. NCIP Aguajito Oaks Olivia Morgan, Rep. Representatives Alta Mesa Rick Heuer, Rep. & Alternates Casanova Oak Knoll Scott Dent, Alt. Absent: Del Monte Grove-Laguna Grande Joseph Hill, Alt. Downtown Bella Lofaso, Alt. Fishermen’s Flats Marilyn Maxner, Alt. Glenwood Amanda Preece, Alt. Oak Grove Pat Erlinger, Alt. Old Town Sue Ricketson, Alt. Skyline John Mera, Alt. Villa Del Monte Tammy Jennings, Alt. City Staff Thomas Harty, NCIP Staff Coordinator, Acting City Engineer Present: Reginald Paulding, Engineering Project Manager Cody Hennings, Engineering Technician Fattima Momini, Administrative Assistant This meeting was held with a combination of in-person and teleconference attendance, pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act, Calif. Government Code section 54953(e)(1)(C) and the City Council's resolution authorizing teleconferencing. CALL TO ORDER Action: NCIP Vice Chair Rasch called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Staff Coordinator Tom Harty explained to the public how to participate in the meeting virtually via Zoom teleconference. ROLL CALL Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM Committee Minutes Action: Called roll with 13 neighborhoods represented and 2 neighborhoods absent (Aguajito Oaks and Alta Mesa). PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments were received by Sharon Dwight, Donna Gibson, Wendy Brickman, Robert Yoha and Lance Koehler. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS NCIP Staff Coordinator Harty informed committee that parking passes are available for neighborhood representative and that conflict maps are under review. NCIP INFORMATIONAL REPORTS 1. NCIP Spokesperson Reports NCIP Vice Chair Rasch asked the committee to provide their priority lists. PUBLIC APPEARANCE Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM 2 Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM Committee Minutes 2. NCIP Committee Second Review of Proposed Projects: New Monterey – Villa Del Monte and Multi-Neighborhood Projects (Not a Project Under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Staff Coordinator Harty reviewed proposed project New Monterey – Villa Del Monte and Multi- Neighborhood, receiving public and committee comments after reviewing each neighborhood. New Monterey Public and Committee Comments: Public comment was received by Ellen McEwen, Parks and Recreation Commission, who pulled project NM-06 and suggested to do surface upgrades to extend the life of the building and added that it is number three on the Parks and Recreation Commission priority list. Lee Anderson commented in favor of NM-13. Donna Gibson commented in favor of NM-13. Sharon Dwight commented in favor of NM-02, NM-05, NM-08, NM-16, NM-11, NM-10, NM-13, and NM-24. Donna Gibson commented in favor of NM-20 noting that it is priority number nine for the Parks and Recreation Commission. Lance Koehler commented in favor of NM-16. Committee Member Ogbonna commented that the neighborhood association is in favor of projects that emphasize safety and listed their priorities as NM-13, NM-19, and NM-12. Committee Member Ogbonna also commented that NM-25 was completed by residents and is low on the priority list. Staff Coordinator Harty clarified that the cost estimate NM-10 can be lowered if committee decides that the project is just for a design. Staff Coordinator Harty clarified the cost estimate is for the full restoration of the Aeneas Bridge (NM-16). The Committee commented that they would like to receive information on the public restroom study in order to make a decision on NM-10. Old Town Public and Committee Comments: Public comment was received by Carrie Ann in favor of OT-02. Committee Member Harrison withdrew OT-01. Committee Member Harrison listed the neighborhood project priorities as OT-05, OT-03, and OT-02. Ryan Ranch Public and Committee Comments: Public comments were received by John Sovereighn, Michael Kennedy, Cindy Davis, Charles Carter, Tony Melandres, Karen Hinton, Donna Gibson, Chad Gile, and Theresa Pipe in favor of RR-02. Sharon Dwight commented in favor of RR-01. Committee Member Rowley commented in favor of RR-01. Committee Member Ruccello commented in favor of RR-02. Skyline Public and Committee Comments: Public comment was received by Committee Member Hans Yannish in favor of SK-05. Committee Member Duke listed the neighborhood project priorities as SK-03, SK-08, and SK- 05. He also commented that SK-09 was already repaired and that he was in favor of SK-10. Villa Del Monte Public and Committee Comments: Public comment was received by Chantrell Melentres in favor of VDM-05. Committee Member Peterson the neighborhood project priorities as VDM-07, VDM-05, VDM- 06, VDM-02, VDM-03, and VDM-07. Multi-Neighborhood Public and Committee Comments: Public comment was received by Tom Reeves in favor of MN-12, Pat Venza in favor of MN-06, Ellen McEwen in favor of MN-12 noting this project is number one for the Parks and Recreation Commission, Sharon Dwight in favor of MN-17, Wendy Brickman in favor of MN-01, Therese Pipes in favor of MN-01, and Robert Yoha in favor of MN-01. Committee Member Rowley commented in favor of MN-05. City traffic engineering staff commented that the highway is under CalTrans jurisdiction in regard to MN-05. Committee Member Fields commented on furthering discussion for projects MN-01, MN-06, MN-11, MN- 12, and MN-13. Committee Member Duke, Harrison, and Ruccello commented in favor of MN- 06. Committee Member Hanson commented in favor of MN-18, and Committee Member Peterson commented in favor of MN-14. Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM 3 Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM Committee Minutes COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS Committee members gave their priority lists as follows. Committee Member Ruccello: MN-01, COK-03, COK-05, and COK-01. Committee Vice Chair Rasch: MV-08, MV-05, MV-07, MV-02, MV-11, MV-10, MV-01, MV-13, and MV-06. Committee Member Fields: DMB-09, DMB-03, DMB-07, DMB-06, DMB-05, and DMB-01. Committee Member Rowley: FF-03 and MN-05. Committee Member Hanson: DMG-04, DMG-05, DMG-02, and DMG-01. Committee Member Tipton: DT-09 and MN-04. Committee Member Overton: DF-02, DF-03, and MN-06. Committee Member Tipton requested conflict project information from Staff Coordinator Harty. NEXT MEETING June 1, 2023 ADJOURNMENT 8:49 PM Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Fattima Momini Tom Harty Recording Secretary NCIP Staff Coordinator Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM 4

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NCIP Committee Neighborhood and Community Member listing at Improvement Program https://www.monterey.org/city_ Committee Agenda hall/boards,_commissions,_co mmittees/ncip.php NCIP Meeting (2nd Review), Second Half of Projects NCIP Chair and Spokesperson Rick Heuer Thursday, May 11, 2023 Council Chamber, 580 Pacific NCIP Vice Chair and St. and Zoom Teleconference 6:00 PM Alternate Spokesperson Monterey, California Jean Rasch and Teleconference Locations: NCIP Staff Coordinator 238 Lerwick Dr; 527 Pearl St.; Tom Harty 423 Dela Vina Ave; 300 Glenwood Cir; in Monterey, California, and 275 Hospital Parkway, Suite 370 in San Jose, California 95119 How to participate in this meeting:  Written comment: Members of the public may submit comment(s) to engineering- admin@monterey.org until ½ hour before the start of the meeting. These messages are not read aloud during the meeting but are made available to the meeting body and public at https://monterey.org/submitted-comments. All comments received become part of the record.  In-Person: Please see the meeting location listed above. Wearing a mask is recommended and encouraged.  Remote via ZoomGov Webinar: o Join on a computer or smartphone: https://monterey- org.zoomgov.com/j/1618436636 An up-to-date version of the Zoom software must be used. o Or join by telephone: Dial 833-568-8864 (Toll Free), 669-254-5252 (Campbell, CA) or 646-828-7666 (NY). If one number doesn’t work, please try another.  Enter Webinar ID: 161 843 6636 #  If prompted to enter a participant ID, press #  To “raise your hand,” dial *9. Once called upon, dial *6 to unmute o Need help using or updating Zoom? Read our Zoom Meeting Instructions (PDF)  This meeting will also stream live for viewing only on youtube.com/cityofmonterey (10 second delay) and on Comcast Channel 25 (up to 90-second delay). TELECONFERENCE NOTICE Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54953(b)(3), this City Council meeting will include teleconference participation by Neighborhood Representatives Ruccello, Tipton, and Ogbonna and Neighborhood Alternates Jennings and Preece from the locations listed above, which shall be accessible to the public pursuant to California Government Code Section 54954.3. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS. At this time, the public may speak for a maximum of one to three minutes on any subject which is within the jurisdiction of the Monterey Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program Committee and which is not on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program Committee may do so during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to: NCIP Coordinator, Public Works, Engineering Division, City Hall, Monterey CA 93940. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS supply the Committee with written or oral information that they may wish to take action by placing the item on a future agenda. NCIP INFORMATIONAL REPORTS NCIP INFORMATIONAL REPORTS allow NCIP Committee members to supply information on past projects, activities, or announcements to the Committee and to request clarification or direction regarding the item. 1. NCIP Spokesperson Reports PUBLIC APPEARANCE PUBLIC APPEARANCE items are reports on action or informational issues that might stimulate public discussion, but that do not require formal noticing. You are welcome to offer your comments after being recognized by the NCIP Committee Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to each speaker. 2. NCIP Committee Second Review of Proposed Projects: New Monterey – Villa Del Monte and Multi-Neighborhood Projects (Not a Project Under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS COMMITTEE MEMBERS may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a brief report on his or her activities. In addition, a Committee member 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 NCIP matter, or direct staff to place a request to agendize a matter of business on a future agenda. (G.C. 54954.2) NEXT MEETING The next regularly scheduled meeting is June 1, 2023. ADJOURNMENT Agenda packets may be reviewed by the public in the Engineering Office or on the web at http://www.monterey.org beginning 72 hours prior to the date of the meeting. Members of the public have the right to address the Committee on any Agenda items. The Committee Chair will formally open the floor for public comment. However, if you wish to speak to items during "Consent Agenda" or "Staff Informational Report," please advise the staff or Committee Chair prior to the action on that item and you will be recognized. Notification, as much in advance as possible, is appreciated. Information distributed to the Committee at the meeting becomes part of the public record. A copy of written material, pictures, etc. should be provided to the Secretary for this purpose. For more agenda information, call the Engineering Office at 831-646-3921. CITY OF MONTEREY'S 24-HOUR SUGGESTION HOTLINES: NCIP Committee Agenda 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM 2 Voicemail: 831-646-3799 FAX: 831-646-3793 Email: suggest@monterey.org WebPage: http://www.monterey.org The City of Monterey is committed to including the disabled in all of its services, programs and 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 to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II]. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. For communication-related assistance, dial 711 to use the California Relay Service (CRS) to speak to City offices. CRS offers free text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, and Spanish-language services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you require a hearing amplification device to attend a meeting, dial 711 to use CRS to talk to the City Clerk's Office at (831) 646-3935 to coordinate use of a device. MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3921 NCIP Committee Agenda 5/11/2023 6:00:00 PM 3

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