Board of Supervisors

Name: Monterey County Board of Supervisors
Start: 2026-07-07
Location: Closed Session 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.; Open Session Reconvenes at 10:30 a.m.

July 7, 2026 ·9:00 AM Final-Revised

Closed Session 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.; Open Session Reconvenes at 10:30 a.m. Join via Zoom at https://montereycty.zoom.us/j/224397747 or in person at the address listed above

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Agenda — 128 items

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3 The Board of Supervisors welcomes you to its meetings, which are regularly scheduled each Tuesday. Your interest is encouraged and appreciated. Meetings are held in the Board Chambers located on the first floor of the Monterey County Government Center, 168 W. Alisal St., Salinas, CA 93901. As a courtesy to others, please turn off all cell phones and pagers prior to entering the Board Chambers. ALTERNATE AGENDA FORMATS: If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 USC Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Individuals with a disability requiring a modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public meeting may make these requests to the Clerk of the Board Office. CEREMONIAL/APPOINTMENTS/OTHER BOARD MATTERS: These items may include significant financial and administrative actions, and items of special interest, usually approved by majority vote for each program. The regular calendar also includes “Scheduled Items,” which are noticed hearings and public hearings. CONSENT CALENDAR: These matters include routine financial and administrative actions, appear in the supplemental section by program areas, and are usually approved by majority vote. TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON A MATTER ON THE AGENDA: Walk to the podium and wait for recognition by the Chair. In order that all interested parties have an opportunity to speak, please be brief and limit your comments to the specific subject under discussion. Time limitations shall be at the discretion of the Chair, with equal time allocated to opposing sides of an issue insofar as possible. Allocated time may not be reserved or granted to others, except as permitted by the Chair. On matters for which a public hearing is required, please note that a court challenge to the Board’s action may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing or in correspondence delivered to the Board at or before the public hearing. TO ADDRESS THE BOARD DURING PUBLIC COMMENT: Members of the public may address comments to the Board concerning each agenda item and may comment when the Chair calls for general public comment for items that are not on the day's agenda. The timing of public comment shall be at the discretion of the Chair. DOCUMENT DISTRIBUTION: Documents related to agenda items that are distributed to the Board less than 72 hours prior to the meeting shall be available for public inspection at the Clerk of the Board Office, 168 W. Alisal Street, 1st Floor, Salinas, CA. Documents distributed to the Board at the meeting by County staff will be available at the meeting; documents distributed to the Board by members of the public shall be made available after the meeting. INTERPRETATION SERVICE POLICY: The Monterey County Board of Supervisors invites and encourages the participation of Monterey County residents at its meetings. If you require the assistance of an interpreter, please contact the Clerk of the Board located in the County of Monterey Government Center, 168 W. Alisal St.,1st Floor Salinas - or by phone at (831) 755-5066. The Clerk will make every effort to accommodate requests for interpreter assistance. Requests should be made as soon as possible, and at a minimum 24 hours in advance of any meeting of the Board of Supervisors. All documents submitted by the public must have no less than ten (10) copies. The Clerk of the Board of Supervisors must receive all materials for the agenda packet by noon on the Tuesday one week prior to the Tuesday Board meeting. Any agenda related writings or documents distributed to members of the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors regarding any open session item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the Clerk of the Board’s Office located at 168 W. Alisal St., 1st Floor, Salinas, California during normal business hours and in the Board Chambers on the day of the Board Meeting, pursuant to Government Code §54957.5 HELPFUL INFORMATION Sign Up For Alerts on items you may be interested in to keep informed and up to date on the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors To create an Alert please Sign Up and follow the User Guide to create alerts for calendars, meeting details, agenda items and item details at the following link: https://monterey.legistar.com/Default.aspx If assistance is needed please contact our office at the following email: cob@countyofmonterey.gov Ceremonial Resolutions key for P or NP at the end of the title: P = Presented NP = Not presented
3 Staff Present present
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5 NOTE: All agenda titles related to numbered agenda items are live web links. Click on the title to be directed to the corresponding Board Report.
6 PUBLIC COMMENTS: Members of the public may address comments to the Board concerning each agenda item. The timing of public comments shall be at the discretion of the Chair.
7 9:00 A.M. - Called to Order called to order
8 Roll Called roll called
9 Additions and Corrections for Closed Session by County Counsel additions and corrections by clerk
10 Closed Session
1. Closed Session under Government Code section 54950, relating to the following items: a. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1), the Board will confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: (1) Alexandra Guadalupe Romo, et al. v. County of Monterey, et al., (Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 23CV002984) (2) Michael Darlington (Worker’s Compensation Appeals Board No. ADJ10930717; ADJ10953315; ADJ11261958 & ADJ11261105) (3) Anna Jimenez (Worker’s Compensation Appeals Board No. ADJ13015641) (4) Mario Gonzalez, et al. v. State of California, et al., Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 23CV004194 (as lead coordinated case, including subordinate Monterey County cases: 24CV000421; 24CV000428; 24CV000848; 24CV000904; 24CV001269; and Santa Cruz case: 23CV03022) (5) Macaluso, Joseph, et al. v. County of Monterey, et al., (Monterey County Superior Court Case No. 24CV003621) b. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2), the Board will confer with legal counsel regarding two matters of significant exposure to litigation. c. Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6, the Board will provide direction to negotiators: (1) Designated representatives: Andreas Pyper, Ariana Hurtado and Wendell Sells. Employee Organization(s): All Units d. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4), the Board will confer with legal counsel regarding one matter of potential initiation of litigation. CS 26-031
11 Staff Present present
12 Public Comments for Closed Session no comments made
12 Announcement of Interpreter announced interpreter
13 The Board Recessed for Closed Session Agenda Items recessed
14 10:30 A.M. - Reconvened on Public Agenda Items reconvened
15 Roll Called roll called
16 Pledge of Allegiance pledge
17 Additions and Corrections by Clerk additions and corrections by clerk
18 Ceremonial Resolutions
2. Adopt a resolution proclaiming July 19 - 25, 2026 as Probation Services Week in the County of Monterey. (Supervisor Root Askew) (P) CR 26-093 adopted Pass
3. Adopt a resolution congratulating Yvonne Thomas as the recipient of the Democratic Women of Monterey County Visionary Public Leadership Award. (Supervisor Root Askew) (NP) CR 26-089 adopted Pass
4. Adopt a resolution congratulating Kate Boyle as the recipient of the Democratic Women of Monterey County Emergent Civic Leader Award. (Supervisor Root Askew) (NP) CR 26-090 adopted Pass
5. Adopt a resolution honoring and recognizing the Honorable Willie L. Brown, Jr. for his decades of extraordinary public service, distinguished leadership, and outstanding contributions to the State of California and the nation. (Supervisor Root Askew) (NP) CR 26-091 adopted Pass
6. Adopt a resolution recognizing Maija West for her outstanding advocacy, dedicated service, and lasting contributions to justice, equity, and the empowerment of communities. (Supervisor Root Askew) (NP) CR 26-092 adopted Pass
7. Adopt a resolution honoring Dr. Vanya Quiñones for her transformative leadership and outstanding contributions as President of California State University, Monterey Bay. (Supervisor Root Askew) (NP) CR 26-094 adopted Pass
8. Adopt a resolution honoring Patte Kronlund for More Than Three Decades of Dedicated Service and Leadership in the Big Sur Community. (Supervisor Daniels) (NP) CR 26-095 adopted Pass
26 Appointments
9. Appoint the Primary and Alternate positions for the “Other Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA) Eligible Entity Director” on the Salinas Valley Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency (SVBGSA) Board of Directors (BOD) from the following nominees: Monterey One Water (M1W) - on May 21 nominated Paul Sciuto Monterey County Water Resources Agency (WRA) - on May 18, nominated Glenn Church as Primary and John Baillie as Alternate County of Monterey (County) - on June 23, nominated Glenn Church as Primary and John Baillie as Alternate APP 26-090 appointed Pass
10. Appoint Sa'Cora Goodin to the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council as a Community-At-Large Representative with a term end date of January 1, 2029. (Nominated by Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council) APP 26-087 appointed Pass
11. Reappoint Alma Diaz to the Workforce Development Board as a Wagner-Peyser Representative with a term end date of April 18, 2029. (Nominated by Monterey County Workforce Development Board) APP 26-088 reappointed Pass
12. Appoint Isaiah Madrigal to the Workforce Development Board as a Local Business Representative with a term end date of July 7, 2029. (Nominated by Workforce Development Board) APP 26-089 appointed Pass
31 Boards, Commissions and Committees Terms/Vacancies
32 Approval of Consent Calendar – (See Supplemental Sheet)
13. See Supplemental Sheet OBM 26-096 approved on consent calendar
34 General Public Comments
36 Scheduled Matters
14.1 Adopt a resolution to appoint Enedina Garcia as Auditor Controller, effective upon execution. 26-668 adopted
15. Receive the 2025 Annual County of Monterey Crop & Livestock Report from the Agricultural Commissioner's Office. 26-634 received
39 12:00 P.M. - Recessed to Lunch recessed
39 Staff Present present
40 1:30 P.M. - Reconvened reconvened
40 Announcement of Interpreter announced interpreter
41 Roll Called roll called
42 Scheduled Matters
16. Introduction of 2026 Young Supervisors Program 26-664 received
17. Consider and provide direction on Oversight of the Sheriff’s Office and Other Related Matters as follows: a. Report and recommendation from the Board of Supervisors ad hoc committee regarding AB1185-Sheriff Oversight; b. Report from the County Administrative Office regarding State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) funding; c. Report from the County Administrative Office regarding issues related to outside employment of the Sheriff’s Office staff; d. Update on the financial audit of the Sheriff’s Office by GPP Analytics, Inc.; and, e. Update on the provisions of legal services to undocumented individuals incarcerated in the Monterey County Jail. 26-651
18. a. Consider adopting a resolution calling for an election for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of Monterey County a countywide measure to increase the existing Transient Occupancy Tax of 10.5% in the unincorporated area by 2% (4/5 vote required); and b. Consider adopting a resolution to: 1. Amend the County of Monterey Administrative Office Fiscal Year 2026-27 Adopted Budget (1001-105006-62305) to increase appropriations by $75,000 financed by a reduction in 1001-105011-76105 (Contingencies) to support educational outreach and public engagement (4/5ths vote required); and 2. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller and County Administrative Office to incorporate the changes in the FY 2026-27 County Administrative Office Adopted Budget. (4/5ths vote required). RES 26-108 adopted
19. Adopt a Resolution to: a. Receive a report regarding funded partners impacted by the passage of Proposition 1 and the implementation of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) starting July 1, 2026; b. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller to amend the Health’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations in fund-unit (1310 - Behavioral Health, 400005 - Behavioral Health) in the amount of $580,000 to provide support to three identified providers that previously relied on Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) funding administered by the County (Alliance on Aging $177,993 Center for Community Advocacy $182,332 and The Village Project $219,675) financed by an operating transfer from General Fund-Contingencies (1001-105011) (4/5ths vote required); and c. Provide direction to staff regarding potential next steps related to gap funding for impacted partners. RES 26-111 adopted Pass
20. PLN250332 - GUPTA OM PRAKASH & RATINA TRS Public hearing to consider an appeal by David Caneer of the April 30, 2026, Zoning Administrator’s decision to approve a Coastal Development permit (PLN250332/Gupta) to allow the use of a residential property for transient lodging for a period of 30 calendar days or fewer (Commercial Vacation Rental). Project Location: 4159 Sunset Lane, Pebble Beach Proposed California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) action: Find the project Categorically Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15301, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2. RES 26-107 continued
48 Other Board Matters
49 Referral Matrix and New Referrals
21. Referral Matrix and Two New Referrals OBM 26-098
51 Referral Responses
22. Receive a preliminary response to Board Referral Number 2026.10 (Root Askew) to review and recommend updates to Board Policy G-146 related to ceremonial display of the Pride Flag to establish a consistent approach for recognizing Pride Month through flag display practices at County facilities and parks. PAR 26-015 continued
23. Receive a preliminary response to Board Referral No. 2026.11 (Root Askew) seeking a California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CALPERS) and Covered California Presentation. PAR 26-016 continued
54 County Administrative Officer Comments
24. County Administrative Officer Comments OBM 26-099
56 Board Comments
25. Board Comments OBM 26-100
58 Read out from Closed Session by County Counsel
59 Adjourned In Memory of Amparo González adjourned
60 APPROVED: ____/s/ Wendy Root Askew______ WENDY ROOT ASKEW, CHAIR ATTEST: BY: ____/s/ Valerie Ralph________ VALERIE RALPH CLERK OF THE BOARD APPROVED ON: 2026 County of Monterey
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62 Supplemental Sheet, Consent Calendar
63 Natividad Medical Center
26. a. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute a Memorandum of Agreement (Agreement) with Girls Inc. of the Central Coast, authorizing NMC to host a one-week summer program for girls ages 13-16 and offering research-based, age-appropriate experiences that build girls’ confidence, leadership, and life skills, with a strong emphasis on health, wellness, and physical empowerment, with a term of July 13, 2026 through July 17, 2026 and with no exchange of funds between the parties to this Agreement; and b. Accept all non-standard provisions in Agreement, as recommended by the Interim CEO for NMC. agreement. A 26-319 approved Pass
27. Authorize payment of $475,000 to Medical Information Technology, Inc. (MEDITECH), for cost of annual routine maintenance services on the various MEDITECH electronic health record software system modules implemented at Natividad Medical Center in the amount not to exceed $450,595 and for cost of new interfaces and enhancements in the amount of $24,405 for the period of July 01, 2026 through June 30, 2027 and subject to the terms and conditions of the parties’ Healthcare Information System Software Agreement dated July 19, 2004. A 26-273 approved Pass
28. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute renewal and amendment No. 3 to the agreement (A-14572) with Champion Healthcare Technologies, Inc. for electronic tissue management software services, extending the agreement an additional three (3) year period (retroactive March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2029) for a revised full agreement term of December 10, 2019 through February 28, 2029, and adding $63,696 for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $221,661. A 26-280 approved Pass
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29. a. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute renewal and amendment No. 9 to the agreement (A-12637) with Intelligent Medical Objects, Inc. for software license and software support and maintenance services, extending the agreement an additional one (1) year period (retroactive to May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027) for a revised full agreement term of January 28, 2014 through April 30, 2027 and adding $149,249 for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $1,181,383. b. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center or a designee to execute up to three (3) future amendments that do not exceed 10% ($10,980) of the original agreement, do not significantly change the scope of services, and do not increase the total not to exceed amount over $1,181,383. A 26-282 approved Pass
30. a. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute a nonstandard Novation Agreement, effective Date Last Signed (Effective Date), with Corepoint Health, LLC (Corepoint), a Delaware limited liability company, and InterOperability Bidco, Inc., a Delaware corporation, doing business as Rhapsody (Rhapsody), whereby Corepoint agrees to assign, and Rhapsody agrees to assume, all obligations and liabilities under the Software License and Services Agreement dated March 5, 2016, as amended and renewed (Contract No. 974) (Original Agreement) between the County of Monterey and Corepoint; and b. Authorize the Auditor-Controller to pay Rhapsody outstanding invoices due and owing in the total amount of $118,537 for services rendered under the Original Agreement and as specified in the Novation Agreement; and c. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute renewal and amendment No. 5 to the Original Agreement with Rhapsody as assignee to that agreement, for software product and support services, extending the agreement an additional one (1) year period (retroactive March 5, 2026 through March 4, 2027) for a revised full agreement term of March 5, 2016 through March 4, 2027, and adding $80,405 for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $728,742. A 26-285 approved Pass
31. a. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute amendment No. 5 to the agreement (A-13725) with DrFirst.com, Inc. for software licensing and consulting services, extending the agreement an additional three (3) year period (July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029) for a revised full agreement term of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2029 and adding $315,420 for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $1,155,591. b. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute up to three (3) future amendments that do not exceed 10% ($24,900) of the original agreement, do not significantly change the scope of services, and do not increase the total not to exceed amount over $1,180,491. A 26-286 approved Pass
32. a. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute a nonstandard retroactive agreement with R1 RCM Holdco, Inc for billing and appeal process services at NMC for a maximum County obligation of $200,000 for the term of May 15, 2026 through May 14, 2028; and b. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center or a designee to execute up to three (3) future amendments that do not in total exceed 10% ($20,000) of the original agreement, do not significantly change the scope of services, and do not increase the total not to exceed amount over $220,000; and c. Approve the NMC’s Interim Chief Executive Officer’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification, insurance, limitations on liability, and limitations on damages provisions within the agreement; and d. Approve the NMC’s Interim Chief Executive Officer’s recommendation to accept non-standard indemnification, insurance, limitations on liability, and limitations on damages provisions within the Business Associates Agreement, in substantially the same form as that which has been presented to the Board without significant change to its content, and subject to further review by and approval of County Counsel. A 26-312 approved Pass
33. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute a non-standard sponsorship agreement with 7th District Agricultural Association dba Monterey County Fair, designating NMC as an official sponsor of the annual Monterey County Fair for five consecutive fair years, for a term effective on Date Last Executed through December 31, 2031, for a not to exceed amount of $5,000 in each of Fiscal Year 2026-27, Fiscal Year 2027-28, and Fiscal Year 2028-29, and $5,500 in each of Fiscal Year 2029-30 and Fiscal Year 2030-31, for a total contract amount of $26,000. A 26-283 approved Pass
34. Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute amendment No. 3 to the agreement (A-14127) with Televox Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of West Technology Group, LLC for patient notification services, adding $82,000 for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $252,200 with no changes to the term of Agreement October 1, 2019 through September 30, 2026. A 26-281 approved Pass
35. Adopt Resolution to: a. Approve the standard Employment Agreement for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) unrepresented Unit UX Services Director/Medical Director - Contract Physician and Services Director/Medical Director - Contract Physician Specialty Services employees as indicated in Attachment A - Template Employment Agreement - Unit UX Hospital Physician Director; b. Approve the standard Employment Agreement for NMC unrepresented Unit UF Obstetrical Fellow employees as indicated in Attachment B-Template Employment Agreement - Unit UF Hospital Physician Fellow; c. Approve the standard Employment Agreement for NMC unrepresented Unit UT Temporary Hospital Physician employees as indicated in Attachment C-Template Employment Agreement - Unit UT Temporary Hospital Physician; d. Authorize updates to the agreement templates in accordance with local, federal, and/or state law, subject to review and approval by County Counsel; e. Authorize amendments to agreement templates that do not change salary ranges or provision of benefits as applicable, and, further, do not significantly change the scope of either party’s obligations or responsibilities, subject to review and approval by County Counsel; f. Authorize the Hospital Interim Chief Executive Officer to execute agreements for contract employment with hospital physician service directors/medical directors, hospital physician fellows and temporary hospital physicians, by use of the Board-approved standard employment agreement formats, including the benefits set forth herein as applicable, so long as the salary is within the approved salary range for the position, and costs of salary and benefits as applicable are within NMC’s approved fiscal year budget effective July 1, 2026; g. Amend the FY 2026-27 NMC Adopted Budget (Fund 451-Dept.9600-Appropriation Unit NMC001) to reallocate nine (9) Contract Physician positions and one (1) Contract Physician-Specialty Services position to nine (9) Services Director/Medical Director - Contract Physician positions and one (1) Services Director/Medical Director - Contract Physician-Specialty Services position as indicated in Attachment D effective July 11, 2026; and h. Authorize and direct the County Administrative Office and the Auditor-Controller to incorporate the approved position changes into the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Adopted Budget; and i. Direct the Human Resources Department to implement applicable changes in the Advantage system. RES 26-641 adopted Pass
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36. a. Approve and authorize the revised participant lease agreement template to replace the existing one-year lease term with a month to month tenancy arrangement through June 30, 2027, for the County of Monterey Health Department, Behavioral Health Bureau's Hope Housing Program; and b. Authorize the Behavioral Health Bureau Chief/Director or designee to execute participant lease agreements utilizing the approved template. A 26-315 approved Pass
37. a. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute a retroactive Amendment No. 1 to AGREEMENT No. A-17430 the Ambulance Services Provider Agreement between the County of Monterey and American Medical Response West (AMR), to clarify maximum allowable standby rates for Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) Special Events Coverage and replace Exhibit B with updated Exhibit B‑1; and b. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute up to three future amendments that do not significantly change the scope of services. A 26-240 approved Pass
38. a. Approve and accept the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) template for the provision of therapeutic services and mental health support (Services) by County to students attending school districts (School Districts) in the County of Monterey listed in Attachment 1 for a term of August 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027; b. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute the MOU template with each School District listed in Attachment 1, for an estimated total revenue amount of $975,237 in the aggregate across all MOUs; c. Approve the non-standard insurance and indemnification provisions in the MOU template as recommended by the Director of Health Services; d. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute the MOU template as modified by the parties, where the terms are not significantly different from the MOU template, do not significantly change the level of risk or the scope of a party’s obligations or responsibilities, and are subject to review and approval of County Counsel and County Risk Manager; and e. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute up to three future amendments to each MOU with the School Districts listed in Attachment 1 that in total, does not exceed 10% of the initial amount specified in each MOU, and that does not significantly change the scope of services, for a total in the aggregate not to exceed $1,072,761. A 26-241 approved Pass
39. a. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Salinas Valley Memorial HealthCare System, operating as Salinas Valley Health, to establish an audit system of purchases, inventory, and grant funds per the California Department of Public Health, Hospital Preparedness Program grant guidance, and develop critical preparedness capabilities, upon execution to June 30, 2031 with no exchange of funds; and b. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to sign up to three future amendments that do not significantly change the scope and do not add funds to the MOU. A 26-291 approved Pass
40. a. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to sign a retroactive non-standard Service Agreement with TigerConnect, Inc. for a subscription to a secure healthcare messaging platform for the term July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 for a total not to exceed amount of $100,425; b. Approve the recommendation of the Director of Health Services or designee to accept and approve all non-standard provisions in the Agreement; and c. Authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to sign up to three future amendments that do not exceed 10% ($10,042) of the original Agreement amount, do not significantly change the scope of services, and do not increase the total not to exceed amount of $110,467. A 26-293 approved Pass
41. a. Approve and authorize the County Purchasing Agent or their designee to execute Renewal and Amendment No. 1 to the Direct Service Provider Agreement with Atlas Organics CU11, LLC, to extend the term for a new term of May 4, 2023 through December 31, 2026; and b. Approve and authorize the County Purchasing Agent or their designee to approve up to two future amendments that do not significantly change the scope of work. A 26-306 approved Pass
42. a. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute a retroactive Amendment No. 1 to the Asset Purchase Agreement A-17422 (APA) with Juan C. Valencia Dental Corp, dba La Paz Dental Care (Seller) effective June 25, 2026 to remove County’s assumption of Seller’s existing office lease and requiring County to enter a new lease with the landlord effective at closing of the purchase and sale of the assets concerning the Seller’s dental practice located at 559 E. Alisal St., Ste. 101, Salinas, California 93905; and b. Authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute up to three future amendments to the Asset Purchase Agreement that do not significantly change the scope of the transactions contemplated in the APA. A 26-307 approved Pass
43. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to Agreement A-14933 with Monterey Bay Analytical Services, Inc, to continue providing environmental laboratory testing and analysis services, extending the term by three years, for a new term of September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2029 and with not to exceed amount of $75,000 remaining the same. A 26-290 approved Pass
44. Adopt an ordinance amending Chapters 8.04 and 8.08 of the Monterey County Code to mandate spaying and neutering of dogs and cats and creating a permitting process for keeping unaltered animals and breeding animals, while allowing certain exemptions. ORD 26-009 adopted Pass
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45. a. Approve the Area Agency on Aging 2026-2027 Area Plan Update; and b. Authorize the Chair of the Board of Supervisors to sign the Area Plan Update Transmittal Letter. 26-442 approved Pass
46. a. Approve and authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign a retroactive Renewal and Amendment No. 2 to Agreement #A-17189 with Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula to provide congregate and home delivered meals, and nutrition education services to seniors, adding $516,316 for a new contract total of $954,474 retroactive to June 30, 2026, and extending the term by three years, for a new term of January 7, 2025 through March 31, 2029; and b. Authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign up to three future amendments where the total amendments do not exceed 10% ($95,447) of the amended contract amount, do not significantly change the scope of work, and do not exceed the maximum aggregate amount of $1,049,921. A 26-279 approved Pass
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47. Approve and authorize the Chief Probation Officer to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County of Monterey Probation Department (Probation) and Salinas Union High School District (SUHSD), retroactive to July 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027, where SUHSD is reimbursing Probation an amount up to $802,410 for fiscal year (FY) 2026-27 for collaborative campus-based services provided by Probation while SUHSD transitions over to another program for campus security and supervision. A 26-310 approved Pass
48. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Auditor-Controller to amend the Sheriff’s FY 2026-27 Adopted Budget, increasing appropriations by $336,904 in 1001 -230012, financed by a decrease in contingencies (1001-105011) to be reimbursed by insurance, for payment of emergency lighting repairs at the Monterey County Jail to Staples Construction Company under the Monterey County Public Works, Facilities, and Parks Job Order Contract, Job Order Number: JF02-24-14-J8552-01 (4/5ths vote required). RES 26-106 not supported Pass
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49. a. Authorize the Chief Information Officer to execute a non-standard Agreement with Governmentjobs.com, Inc. DBA NEOGOV incorporating the terms of Sourcewell’s existing Public Safety Software Master Agreement (#030425), to extend Human Resources solutions, Learn, Insight, Onboard, and GovernmentJobs through June 30, 2029, in an amount not to exceed $644,816 for a revised total agregrate Agreement amount not to exceed $1,641,063; and b. Authorize non-standard provisions as recommended by the Chief Information Officer; and c. Authorize the Chief Information Officer, or his designee, to execute renewals, order forms and such documents as are necessary for services with GovernmentJobs.com; and d. Authorize the Chief Information Officer or his designee the option to execute two additional amendments and order forms allowing extension of the agreement up to two (2) additional one (1) year periods through June 30, 2031, provided that the total additional costs do not exceed 10% of the prior year’s costs, with a maximum total increase of $530,685 for a total agreement not to exceed amount of $2,171,747 and as long as the order forms do not significantly alter the terms of the Agreement, even if no additional Agreements are entered into, subject to County Counsel review. A 26-278 approved Pass
50. a. Approve and authorize the County Administrative Officer, or designee, to execute a retroactive Standard Agreement with Community Human Services to operate the Salinas Housing Advancement, Resource and Education (SHARE) Center July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $1,600,000; and b. Approve and authorize the County Administrative Officer, or designee, to execute up to three (3) future amendments to this Agreement where amendments do not exceed 10% ($160,000) of the amended contract amount, do not significantly alter the purposes and goals of the Agreement subject to review as to form by the Office of the County Counsel, and do not exceed the maximum aggregate amount of $1,760,000. A 26-305 approved Pass
51. a. Approve and authorize the County Purchasing Agent or designee to execute an Agreement for FY 2026-27 Development Set-Aside Agencies Standard Agreement with Monterey County Destination Marketing Organization, Inc. (See Monterey) to develop and implement marketing programs that promote Monterey County as a travel and leisure destination, for the period of one (1) year, for the term of July 7, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in the amount not to exceed $2,019,475; and b. Approve and authorize the County Purchasing Agent or designee to execute an Agreement for FY 2026-27 Development Set-Aside Agencies Standard Agreement for the Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC) to develop and implement cultural arts programs for Monterey County residents and visitors, for the period of one (1) year, for the term of July 7, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in the amount not to exceed $634,348; and c. Approve and authorize the County Purchasing Agent or designee to execute an Agreement for FY 2026-27 Development Set-Aside Agencies Standard Agreement for Monterey County Film Commission (MCFC) to develop and implement programs that promote Monterey County as a film destination and generate increased business, revenue and jobs throughout Monterey County, for the period of one (1) year, for the term of July 7, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in the amount not to exceed $305,130; and d. Approve and authorize the County Purchasing Agent or designee to execute an Agreement for FY 2026-27 Development Set-Aside Agencies Standard Agreement for Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) to perform all tasks necessary to create and/or retain at least 100 jobs in Monterey County, for the period of one (1) year, for the term of July 7, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in the amount not to exceed $200,743. A 26-309 approved Pass
52. a. Approve transferring $50,000 from the Board of Supervisors (District 5) discretionary funds to General Fund and assign said funds to support the Department of Emergency Management's Tiger Dams flood mitigation project in the Paso Hondo neighborhood within District 5; b. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller to amend the Department of Emergency Management’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 adopted budget General Fund 1001-1040-104001-DEM100 increasing appropriations by $50,000 financed by an operating transfer in of $50,000 from the General Fund 1001-1050-10005-BOS100 (4/5ths vote required); and c. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller to transfer $50,000 in FY 2026-27 from the General Fund 1001, Board of Supervisors Appropriation Unit BOS100 to 1001 General Fund, Appropriation Unit DEM100, unit 104001 (4/5ths vote required). 26-654 approved Pass
53. a. Approve and authorize the Agricultural Commissioner or designee to execute a non-standard retroactive work plan between the County of Monterey and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) pursuant to Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Wildlife Services (APHIS-WS) Agreement Number: 26-7306-5243-RA APHIS-WS WBS: AP.RA.RX06.73.0152 to provide wildlife damage management assistance to agricultural operators and private landowners for a total agreement amount not to exceed $202,154 for the term July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027; b. Approve and authorize the Agricultural Commissioner or designee to execute up to three future amendments that do not exceed 15% ($30,323) of the original agreement amount, do not significantly change the scope of services and do not increase the total not to exceed amount over $232,477 annually; and c. Find that the Plan is both within the scope of, and adequately addressed by, the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s certified Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement for the California Wildlife Damage Management Project, and that pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15162 no subsequent or supplemental Environmental Impact Report is required. 26-418 approved Pass
54. Approve and authorize the County Counsel and Risk Manager to execute Renewal and Amendment No. 4 to professional services agreement with Marsh USA, LLC dba Marsh Risk and Insurance Services for insurance brokerage services, extending the agreement by one year, effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. 26-640 approved Pass
55. Approve the Library Director to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership from July 7, 2026 - July 6, 2029 to offer digital literacy programs, classes, and outreach to the community via public library locations. 26-565 approved Pass
56. Approve the Library Director to renew and amend and extend a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Friends of the Library Big Sur, retroactive to May 23, 2026, for an aggregate term of May 23, 2026 to May 22, 2027 and making minor changes to provisions. 26-649 approved Pass
57. Approve expenditure of $13,181 from the Board of Supervisors (District 3) discretionary funds to reimburse the City of Soledad for the purchase and installation of SmartBox Communication Boards that improve communication accessibility for non-verbal individuals and others with communication disabilities throughout the community. 26-656 approved Pass
58. Receive an update on the County of Monterey’s Board of Supervisors’ discretionary fund expenditures for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026. 26-655 approved Pass
59. Adopt a Resolution to: a. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 Section VI Employee / Bargaining Units to remove Unit FL and create Unit UF for Unrepresented OB Fellows unit as designated by the Board and the Administrative Officer; b. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.9 Special Pay Practices; c. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.11 Management Physical Exams; d. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.12 Special Benefits - Physicians; e. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.20 Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D); f. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.21 Health, Dental and Vision Insurance; g. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.27 Sick Leave; h. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.28 State Disability Income Protection Plan; i. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 to modify Section A.29 Paid Time Off; and, j. Direct the Human Resources Department and the Auditor-Controller’s Office to implement the changes in the Advantage Human Resources Management (HRM) system. RES 26-105 adopted Pass
60. a. Adopt a resolution affirming the Board of Supervisor’s intention to commit to funding the County’s contribution for the Regional Climate Project Working Group (RCPWG) for two (2) additional years (through FY 2027-2028), for an annual contribution of $30,000 from the County General Fund and a total contribution of $60,000; and b. Authorize the County Administrative Officer, or designee, be authorized to enter into the MOU as a voting member of the Regional Climate Project Working Group; and, c. Provide direction to staff as needed. RES 26-100 adopted Pass
61. a. Authorize and approve the Director of the Emergency Management or designee to work with the Department of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks, and the Department of Housing and Community Development to submit multiple grant applications to the 2026 California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Wildfire Prevention Grants Program for a cumulative amount not to exceed $5,700,000 and no more than $950,000 per application. Project implementation will occur by the performance period end date of January 15, 2030, to conduct wildfire risk reduction planning activities, wildfire prevention and mitigation education and outreach efforts, as well as increase capability and capacity to implement hazardous fuels reduction and maintenance projects on non-federal lands; and b. Authorize and approve the Director of Emergency Management or designee to execute all necessary forms and documents for the applications to this grant; and c. Direct Department of Emergency Management staff to return to the Board of Supervisors for approval prior to acceptance of any grant awards. RES 26-098 adopted Pass
62. Approve a resolution requiring the California Superior Court of Monterey County to impose an assessment of fifteen dollars upon every person who violates the provisions enumerated in Penal Code §853.7a except for those instances in which the Superior Court finds that the interest of justice will be served in waiving such assessment. RES 26-113 adopted Pass
63. Adopt a Resolution to: a. Amend Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution (PPPR) No. 98-394 Appendices A and B to create a classification of Executive Analyst to County Administrative Officer with the salary range as indicated in Attachment A; b. Amend the FY 2026-27 County Administrative Office Adopted Budget (Fund 1001, Department 1050, Unit 105001) to reallocate one (1) Executive Assistant to Administrative Officer to one (1) Executive Analyst to County Administrative Officer as indicated in Attachment A, effective in the current pay period beginning July 11, 2026; and c. Direct the County Administrative Office and the Auditor-Controller to incorporate the approved position changes in the FY 2026-27 Adopted Budget and the Human Resources Department to implement the changes in the Advantage Human Resources Management (HRM) system. RES 26-112 adopted Pass
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64. a. Approve a subordination agreement that will place the County’s loan in a lower collateral position behind a loan from the California Department of Housing & Community Development HOME ARP program; and b. Authorize the Assistant Director of Housing and Community Development to sign the Subordination Agreement. A 26-318 approved Pass
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65. a. Award a contract to DMC Commercial Inc., lowest responsible and responsive bidder for the 13933 Sherman Blvd - New East Garrison Library, Project No. 4112, Bid Package No. 10978, in the total amount of $5,636,390.; b. Approve the Performance and Payment Bonds executed and provided by DMC Commercial Inc.; c. Authorize a contingency, not to exceed 10% of the contract amount, or $563,639 to provide funding for approved contract change orders for the 13933 Sherman Blvd - New East Garrison Library, Project No. 4112, Bid Package No. 10978; d. Authorize the Director of Public Works Facilities and Parks (PWFP) to execute the contract and, subject to the terms of the Public Contract Code, approve change orders to the contract that do not exceed 10% of the original contract amount and do not significantly change the scope of work; e. Authorize the Director of Public Works Facilities and Parks (PWFP) to execute a Certificate of Completion and record a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder when the Director determines that the contract is complete in all respects in accordance with the Plans and Special Provisions for the construction of the 13933 Sherman Blvd - New East Garrison Library, Project No. 4112, Bid Package No. 10978; f. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Action: Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report for the East Garrison Specific Plan, including this project (SCH#2003081086) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15164 was certified by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Monterey on October 4, 2005. A Notice of Determination was filed with the County Clerk on October 5, 2005. A 26-317 approved Pass
66. a. Approve award of contract to Zara Construction Inc., the lowest responsible bidder to construct the Community of San Ardo Connection Project, Project No. 1178 in the total amount of $1,849,730; b. Approve the Performance and Payment Bonds executed and provided by Zara Construction Inc.; c. Authorize a contingency, not to exceed 10% of the contract amount of $184,973 to provide funding for approved contract change orders; d. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) to execute the contract and, subject to the terms of the Public Contract Code and Board Policies as applicable, approve change orders to the contract that do not exceed 10% ($184,973) of the original contract amount and do not significantly change the scope of work, not to exceed the maximum of $2,034,703; and e. Authorize the Director of PWFP to execute a Certificate of Completion and record a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder when the Director determines that the contract is complete in all respects in accordance with the Plans and Special Provisions for the construction of Community of San Ardo Connection Project, Project No.1178. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA): A Notice of Exemption was filed on July 18, 2024, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 15301 (c) Existing Facilities. The Project has been determined to be categorically exempt (Class 1) because the Project is to perform repair and maintenance of existing streets and similar facilities which involve no expansion of an existing use (CEQA Guidelines, CCR Section 15301 (c)). A 26-304 approved Pass
67. a. Approve and authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) or designee to execute a non-standard Professional Services Agreement between Provost & Pritchard Engineering Group, Inc. dba Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group and the County of Monterey for design, planning and consulting services and provide construction support services for Parks Water Treatment Systems, with a term beginning August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2029, for an amount not to exceed $500,000; b. Approve Contract Addendum to Professional Services Agreement for non-standard clauses including Performance Standards, Termination, Indemnification, Confidentiality, County Records, Royalties and Inventions, Format of Deliverables, Compliance with Terms of State or Federal Grants, Conflict of Interest, Disputes, Time is of the Essence, and Construction of Agreement; and c. Execute up to 2 future amendments to the non-Professional Services Agreement where the amendments do not exceed 10% ($50,000) of the agreement’s amount and do not significantly change the scope of work, subject to County Counsel approval, for an aggregate total contract amount of $550,000. A 26-313 approved Pass
68. a. Award a contract to Avila Brothers Inc., doing business as Avila Construction Company lowest responsible and responsive bidder, for the 65650 Bradley St-New Bradley Library and Resiliency Center Project No. 8821, Bid Package No. 10966, in the total amount of $3,474,386; b. Approve the Performance and Payment Bonds executed and provided by Avila Construction Company; c. Authorize a contingency, not to exceed 10% ($347,439) to provide funding for approved contract change orders for 65650 Bradley St-New Bradley Library and Resiliency Center Project No. 8821, Bid Package No. 10966; d. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) to execute the contract and subject to the terms of the Public Contract Code, approve change orders to the contract that do not exceed 10% ($347,439) of the original contract amount and do not significantly change the scope of work; e. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) to execute a Certificate of Completion and record a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder when the Director determines that the contract is complete in all respects in accordance with the Plans and Specifications for the construction of 65650 Bradley St-New Bradley Library and Resiliency Center Project No. 8821, Bid Package No. 10966; and f. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Action: A Notice of Exemption was filed on October 14, 2025, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 15303 Class III development of a maximum 2,500-square-foot facility. A 26-311 approved Pass
69. a. Approve and authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks to execute a ten-year, retroactive Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the term of July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2035, with the San Lucas County Water District (District) for the purpose of working together on the implementation of the San Lucas Water District Clean Drinking Water Supply Project (Project), and b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities, and Parks to execute up to three future amendments to the MOU that do not significantly alter the scope of work. 26-613 approved Pass
70. a. Adopt Plans and Special Provisions for the Old Stage Road Reconstruction, Project No. 1159 (Project) to reconstruct Old Stage Road from Iverson Road to Chualar Canyon Road; and b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) to advertise the Project’s “Notice to Bidders” in the Monterey County Weekly. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Action: A Notice of Exemption was filed on May 12, 2026, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 15301 Existing Facilities. 26-642 adopted Pass
71. a. Adopt the County of Monterey 2026 Job Order Contracting (JOC) Construction Task Catalog (CTC), Technical Specifications and Project Specifications for Project JOC 2026 - Roads & Bridges (R&B), Bid Nos. R&B 2026-01, R&B 2026-02, R&B 2026-03, R&B 2026-04, R&B 2026-05 and R&B 2026-06; b. Adopt the County of Monterey 2026 JOC CTC, Technical Specifications and Project Specifications for Project JOC 2026 - Emergency Response Work (ERW), Bid Nos. ERW 2026-01, ERW 2026-02 and ERW 2026-03; c. Adopt the County of Monterey 2026 JOC CTC, Technical Specifications and Project Specifications for Project JOC 2026 - Traffic Striping and Signage (TSS), Bid Nos. TSS 2026-01 and TSS 2026-02; and d. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks to advertise for bids in local newspaper publications for projects substantially similar to the CTCs, Technical Specifications and Project Specifications adopted by the Board of Supervisors. 26-645 adopted Pass
72. a. Adopt the County of Monterey 2026 Job Order Contracting (JOC) Construction Task Catalog (CTC), Technical Specifications and Project Specifications for Project JOC 2026 - Facilities Large Capacity (FAC-L), Bid Nos. FAC-L 2026-01, FAC-L 2026-02, FAC-L 2026-03, No. FAC-L 2026-04, FAC-L 2026-05, FAC-L 2026-06; b. Adopt the County of Monterey 2026 JOC CTC, Technical Specifications and Project Specifications for Project JOC 2026 - Facilities Small Capacity (FAC-S), Bid Nos. FAC-S 2026-01, FAC-S 2026-02, FAC-S 2026-03. c. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks to advertise for bids in local newspaper publications for projects substantially similar to the CTCs, Technical Specifications and Project Specifications adopted by the Board of Supervisors. 26-648 adopted Pass
73. a. Approve acceptance of a $4,000,000 construction grant from the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Financial Assistance (DFA) - Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) program for construction of the San Lucas Clean Drinking Water Supply Project (Project) for the San Lucas County Water District (District); and b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP), or designee, to execute the Grant Agreement and associated documents and act as Authorized Representative for the County of Monterey in processing all documentation to secure these funds and satisfy conditions associated with the Grant on behalf of the County of Monterey; and c. Authorize the Director of PWFP, or designee, to represent the County of Monterey in carrying out the County’s responsibilities under the financial assistance agreement, including certifying disbursement requests on behalf of the County and assuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws, including executing a financial assistance agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board and any amendments or changes thereto; and d. Authorize the Director of PWFP, or designee, to submit this resolution and any corresponding or necessary supporting materials to the State Water Resources Control Board; and e. Find that this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 15262, as the Project Scope involves planning and feasibility and/or data collection, research, experimental management and resource evaluation activities which will not result in any significant adverse water quality impacts. RES 26-102 adopted Pass
74. a. Approve acceptance of grant funding from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Community Grants Program in the amount of $959,752 and $1,092,000 totaling $2,051,752 for the San Lucas Clean Drinking Water Supply Project (Project) on behalf of the San Lucas County Water District (District); b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) to execute the Grant Agreement and associated documents and act as Authorized Representative for the County of Monterey in processing all documentation to secure these funds and to satisfy the conditions associated with the Grant on behalf of the County of Monterey; and c. Authorize the Director of PWFP, or designee, to represent the County of Monterey in carrying out the County’s responsibilities under the financial assistance agreement(s), including certifying disbursement requests on behalf of the County and assuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws, including executing financial assistance agreements from the US EPA and any amendments or changes thereto; and d. Find that this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 15262, as the Project Scope involves planning and feasibility and/or data collection, research, experimental management and resource evaluation activities which will not result in any significant adverse water quality impacts. RES 26-101 adopted Pass
75. Approve and authorize the County Purchasing Agent or designee to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement between the County of Monterey and A & B Fire Protection and Safety, Inc., MYA 8955, to retroactively change the term date to start from December 22, 2025 to July 1, 2025 and update insurance provisions, with no increase to the not to exceed amount or contract term. A 26-308 approved Pass
76. Adopt Resolutions for County Service Areas 1, 9, 15, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31, 32, 33, 35, 37, 38, 41, 44, 45, 47, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 62, 66, 68, 72, and 75: a. Certifying compliance with State law with respect to the levying of general and specific taxes, assessments, and property-related fees and charges for the respective County Service Areas; and b. Authorizing and directing the Auditor-Controller to enter the assessment amount for the respective parcel on the tax roll for Fiscal Year 2026-27 as described in Exhibit 1 and Exhibit 2 (CSA 45 Oak Hills Subdivision only) of each Resolution. RES 26-097 adopted Pass
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77. Adopt a Resolution certifying with State Law with respect to the levying of general and specific taxes, assessments, and property-related fees and charges for County Service Area 75 - Chualar. RES 26-092 adopted Pass
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