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Name: Monterey County Board of Supervisors
Start: 2026-03-24
Location: Monterey County, CA

March 24, 2026 ·9:00 AM Final-Revised

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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
4 PAGE BREAK
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 COMMENT: Members of the public may address comments to the Board concerning each agenda item. The timing of public comment 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 county counsel
10 Closed Session
1. Closed Session under Government Code section 54950, relating to the following items: a. Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6, the Board will provide direction to negotiators: (1) Designated representatives: Andreas Pyper and Ariana Hurtado Employee Organization(s): All Units b. Pursuant to Government Code section 54957(b)(1), the Board will provide a performance evaluation for the Natividad Medical Center Chief Executive Officer. c. Pursuant to Government Code section 54957(b)(1), the Board will provide a performance evaluation for the County Administrative Officer. d. Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1), the Board will confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: (1) 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: 24CV000215; 24CV000421; 24CV000428; 24CV000848; 24CV000904; 24CV001269; 25CV004183; and Santa Cruz case: 23CV03022) CS 26-012
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 March as Disabilities Awareness Month. (Supervisor Root Askew) (P) CR 26-017 adopted Pass
3. Adopt a resolution designating the week of April 6 to April 12, 2026, as “National Public Health Week” in Monterey County. (Supervisor Root Askew) (P) CR 26-021 adopted Pass
4. Adopt a resolution honoring Colonel William C. “Clint” Norman on the occasion of his 100th Birthday. (Supervisor Daniels) (P) CR 26-023 adopted Pass
5. Adopt a resolution proclaiming March 2026 as American Red Cross Month. (Supervisor Alejo) (P) CR 26-026 adopted Pass
6. Adopt a resolution honoring the 65th Anniversary of the United States Peace Corp. (Supervisor Daniels) (P) CR 26-025 adopted Pass
7. Adopt a resolution recognizing the Gonzales High School Girls’ Soccer Team for their outstanding achievements as back-to-back Pacific Coast Athletic League Cypress Division Champions and for advancing to the Central. (Supervisor Lopez) (NP) CR 26-032 adopted Pass
25 Approval of Consent Calendar – (See Supplemental Sheet)
8. See Supplemental Sheet OBM 26-036 approved on consent calendar
27 General Public Comments
29 Scheduled Matters
10. It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors: a. Receive a presentation on the Monterey County Children's Council Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Report from Council Chair Jose Ramirez, Chief Probation Officer; and b. Accept the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Report from the Monterey County Children's Council. 26-258 received
11. Receive and accept the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Report from First 5 Monterey County (a.k.a. Monterey County Children and Families Commission). 26-229 received
32 12:00 P.M. - Recessed to Lunch recessed
32 Staff Present present
33 1:30 P.M. - Reconvened reconvened
33 Announcement of Interpreter announced interpreter
34 Roll Called roll called
35 Scheduled Matters
35 Irene Hernandez replaced Kennia Cobos as the Spanish Interpreter at 3:00 p.m.
12. a. Receive a joint presentation from the County of Monterey Health Department, Environmental Health Bureau, District Attorney’s office, and Sheriff’s Office regarding Tobacco Retail License program updates, enforcement actions, grant activities, and next steps; and b. Provide further direction, as appropriate. 26-203 approved Pass
13. Receive a verbal report related to the Eucalyptus Tree Removal Pilot Program. 26-268 received
14. REF260002 - MONTEREY COUNTY GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT a. Consider the 2025 Annual Progress Report for the Monterey County General Plan(s); b. Consider the 2025 Annual Progress Report for the 2024-2031 Housing Element; and c. Consider and provide direction regarding priorities for the 2026-2027 Long-Range Planning Work Program. Proposed CEQA Action: Not a project per Sections 15060(c)(1) and 15378(b)(4) of the CEQA Guidelines. 26-221 approved Pass
14.1 a. Receive a presentation on the signs developed for Measure AA-funded projects; and b. Provide direction to staff. 26-281 approved Pass
15. a. Receive a presentation and accept the Santa Rita Creek drainage study through Bolsa Knolls; and b. Provide direction to staff on potential next steps. 26-274 received
41 Other Board Matters
42 Referral Matrix and New Referrals
16. Referral Matrix and New Referrals OBM 26-038 commented and made referrals
44 Referral Responses
16.1 a. Receive a preliminary report in response to urgency Board Referral No. 2026.03 (Alejo) requesting to change the name of the County of Monterey’s holiday instituted in 2025 from Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Appreciation Day in Monterey County on March 31; and, b. Provide direction to staff. PAR 26-006 approved Pass
46 County Administrative Officer Comments
17. County Administrative Officer Comments OBM 26-039 made
48 Board Comments
18. Board Comments OBM 26-040 made
50 Read Out from Closed Session by County Counsel recited
51 Adjourn In Memory of Sergio Sanchez (Supervisor Alejo) adjourned
52 APPROVED: ____/s/ Wendy Root Askew______ WENDY ROOT ASKEW, CHAIR ATTEST: BY: ____/s/ Valerie Ralph________ VALERIE RALPH CLERK OF THE BOARD APPROVED ON: , 2026
53 2026 Board of Supervisors Meeting Schedule 26-279
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55 Supplemental Sheet, Consent Calendar
56 Natividad Medical Center
19. a. Approve updates to the standard Employment Agreement for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) Unit U physician employees as indicated in Attachment A-Template Employment Agreement - Hospital Physician; b. Authorize updates to the agreement templates in accordance with local, federal, and/or state law, subject to review and approval by County Counsel; c. Authorize amendments to agreement templates that do not change salary ranges or provision of benefits, and, further, do not significantly change the scope of either party’s obligations or responsibilities, subject to review and approval by County Counsel; d. Authorize the Hospital Chief Executive Officer to execute agreements for contract employment with Unit U physicians and emergency temporary 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; and e. Direct the Human Resources Department to implement applicable changes in the Advantage system. 26-220 approved Pass
20. Authorize the Chief Executive Officer for Natividad Medical Center (NMC) or a designee to execute amendments No. 15 to the agreements with Medical Search, LLC dba SUMO Medical Staffing (A-12896) and MDA Holdings, Inc. dba Medical Doctor Associates (A-12899), and amendment No. 16 to the agreement with AMN Healthcare Locum Tenens, Inc. (A-12897) for locum tenens physician referral services at NMC pursuant to Request for Proposals (RFP) #9600-61, extending the agreements an additional three (3) month period (April 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026) for a revised full agreement term of August 1, 2015 through June 30, 2026; with no change to the total aggregate amount for all agreements not-to-exceed $22,700,000. A 26-226 approved Pass
59 Health Department
21. a. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute a non-standard Agreement with NextGen Healthcare, Inc., for the provision of licensing and software of electronic health record (EHR) and practice management solutions, including patient scheduling, billing, clinical documentation, and reporting tools, to support efficient healthcare delivery and compliance, for a total Agreement amount of $75,000 for a term of upon execution through June 30, 2029; b. Approve the recommendation of Director of Health Services to accept all non-standard provisions in Agreement, including indemnification and insurance provisions; c. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to approve up to three (3) future amendments that do not exceed 10% ($7,500) of the original Agreement amount, do not significantly alter the scope of services, and do not exceed a maximum amount of $82,500; and d. Approve and authorize the Contracts and Purchasing Officer or their designee to execute future Amendments, provided they do not exceed an aggregate amount of $200,000 and fall within the signing authority of the Contracts and Purchasing Officer. A 26-062 approved Pass
22. a. Accept a $180,000 Grant Award from the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) related to the 2026 Monterey County Active Transportation Plan (ATP) and Level of Traffic Stress (LTS) Analysis to develop and support a comprehensive strategy to create walking, biking, and non-motorized transportation options for vulnerable and underserved persons through the County of Monterey; b. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute a retroactive non-standard Professional Services Agreement (“Agreement”) with the State of California Department of Transportation in the amount of $180,000 for a term effective November 1, 2025 through December 31, 2028; c. Accept non-standard insurance and indemnification provisions in Agreement, as recommended by the Director of Health Services; and d. Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to sign up to three (3) future amendments to this Agreement, subject to further County Counsel and County Auditor-Controller approval, where the amendments do not significantly change the scope of work and do not cause an increase of more than 10% ($18,000) of the original contract amount, not to exceed the maximum aggregate agreement amount of $198,000. A 26-064 approved Pass
23. Approve and authorize the Contracts and Procurement Officer or designee to execute an Acknowledgment and Consent, effective upon execution by the County of Monterey, to an Assignment and Assumption Agreement between Raimi + Associates, Inc. (“Raimi”) and Alta Planning + Design, Inc. (“Alta”) assigning from Raimi to Alta the rights and obligations of County Agreement No. A-16238, for the provision of strategic planning processing to include data gathering, graphic design services, and focus group facilitation. A 26-066 approved Pass
24. Consider Adopting a Resolution to 1) amend Article I.E. of the County of Monterey Master Fee Resolution effective July 1, 2026 to adjust fees relating to oversight and services provided by the County of Monterey Health Department’s Environmental Health Bureau; and 2) find that adoption of this Resolution is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Public Resources Code section 21080(b)(8), as it modifies public agency fees to cover agency operating expenses. RES 26-036 adopted Pass
25. a. Receive an update on unpermitted food vendor enforcement progress, including coordination outcomes, barriers, and staff effectiveness; and b. Provide further direction to staff, as appropriate. 26-222 approved Pass
65 Department of Social Services
26. a. Approve and authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign Amendment No.1 to Agreement #5010-523 FY 2025-26 with Housing Resource Center of Monterey County to provide Housing and Family Stabilization Support Program services adding $550,000 for a new contract total of $2,900,000 with no change to the contract term of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026; and b. Authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign up to three amendments to this Agreement where the total amendments do not exceed 10% ($290,000) of the amended contract amount, do not significantly change the scope of work, and do not exceed the maximum aggregate amount of $3,190,000. A 26-082 approved Pass
67 Criminal Justice
27. Adopt resolutions authorizing the District Attorney of the County of Monterey, on behalf of the County, to submit proposals to the California Department of Insurance, the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) and the California Office of Traffic Safety, and to execute on behalf of the County the Grant Award Agreements including any extension or amendments thereof. 26-210 adopted Pass
28. Authorize the County Purchasing Agent or their designee to execute a non-standard revenue sharing agreement between the County of Monterey and PMAM Corporation for alarm permit licenses and support services which shall be effective upon execution for three (3) years and then shall auto-renew for one (1) year terms thereafter until terminated. A 26-078 continued
29. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller to amend the Sheriff’s Office Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations in SHE003 in the amount of $4,159,846 financed by a decrease in appropriations in General Fund 001, Contingencies Appropriation Unit CA002 (4/5ths vote required). RES 26-045 adopted Pass
30. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller to amend the Sheriff’s Office Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations in SHE001 in the amount of $584,365 financed by a release from Compensated Absences Assignment BSA 001 3115 (4/5ths vote required). RES 26-046 approved Pass
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73 General Government
31. Approve and authorize Risk Manager to execute Renewal and Amendment #4 to the Agreement between the County of Monterey and Plexus Global LLC, extending the term of the Agreement retroactively from January 27, 2026 to February 27, 2028 with a not to exceed amount of $50,000 to continue third party administrative services for the Department of Transportation (“DOT”) drug and alcohol testing program and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) clearinghouse services. 26-184 approved Pass
32. Adopt a resolution continuing for an additional sixty (60) days, the Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to a structure fire and hazardous materials incident at the Moss Landing Lithium-Ion Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Power Plant that started on January 16, 2025. RES 26-037 adopted Pass
33. Adopt a resolution to authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller to amend the Elections Department’s FY2025-26 Adopted Budget by increasing appropriations by $1,580,540 resulting from increased expenditures related to the Statewide Special Election in General Fund 001, Department 1410, Appropriations Unit ELE001, Unit 8064 financed by increased state reimbursement revenue 001-ELE001-1410-8064-5460 (4/5ths vote required). RES 26-038 adopted Pass
34. a. Approve and authorize the Contracts and Purchasing Agent or designee to execute a non-standard agreement with Regional Government Services Authority (RGS) for the provision of human resources consulting services, in the amount of $22,700 for a term from the date it is fully executed through December 31, 2026; b. Accept the non-standard indemnification, insurance, and dispute resolution terms and conditions as recommended by the Human Resources Department and County Counsel Office; and c. Approve and authorize the Contracts and Purchasing Agent or designee to execute future amendments, provided they do not exceed an aggregate amount of $30,000. 26-234 adopted Pass
35. Approve and authorize advanced step placement for Kristina Parson at Step 5 of the Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector salary range, effective April 4, 2026, in accordance with Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution No. 98-394, Sections A.1.11.1, A.1.11.5, and A.5.1. 26-237 approved Pass
36. Authorize the Registrar of Voters to consolidate and provide specified election services to certain districts relating to the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. 26-244 approved Pass
80 Public Works, Facilities and Parks
37. a. Approve an Agreement to purchase a temporary construction easement between the County of Monterey and Monterey Holdings, LP, (APN 187-131-044), in the amount of $25,000 for right-of-way for the construction of the Carmel Valley Road and Laureles Grade Roundabout project, Project No. 1146; and b. Approve an Agreement for Driveway Maintenance between the County of Monterey and Monterey Holdings LP; and c. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) or their designee to execute the Agreement to purchase a temporary construction easement; and d. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) or their designee to execute the Agreement for Driveway Maintenance. A 26-076 approved Pass
38. a. Approve Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with CONSOR North America, Inc. to provide bridge design services for the Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program (BPMP) Paint Bridges Project located throughout the County of Monterey, County Project #1184, Federal Project #BPMPL-5944(140), Request for Proposals (RFP) #10948, for an initial term of three years effective March 24, 2026 to March 23, 2029, with the option to extend the term for two additional one-year periods, for an amount not to exceed $656,000; b. Approve additional term extensions for the PSA beyond the anticipated five-year term of RFP #10948 with no change in the scope of work or increase to the dollar amount to allow continuity of services initiated during the anticipated five-year term of the PSA, subject to review and approval as to form by the Office of the County Counsel; and c. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks or their designee to execute the PSA and future amendments to the PSA where the amendments do not significantly alter the scope of work or increase the amount by more than 10% ($65,600) of the original approved PSA amount of $656,000 bringing the potential overall aggregate not to exceed amount to $721,600 subject to review and approval as to form by the Office of the County Counsel and as to fiscal provisions by the Auditor-Controller’s Office. A 26-080 approved Pass
39. a. Approve an Agreement for Purchase of Real Property to purchase 2.532 acres to transfer fee title between the County of Monterey and Platinum Partnership, LP, (APN 207-051-003), in the amount of $532,000 for right-of-way for the construction of the Davis Road Bridge Replacement and Road Widening project, Project No. 3600; and b. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) or their designee to execute the Agreement for Purchase of Real Property to purchase a partial fee title. c. Authorize the Director of Public Works, Facilities and Parks (PWFP) or their designee to accept the partial fee title and execute the Certificate of Acceptance and Consent to Recordation. A 26-081 approved Pass
83 Please refer to the Board Orders for the approved and adopted Agreement, Resolution and Ordinance numbers.
84 Addenda/Supplemental
40. Addenda/Supplemental Added Item No. 14.1 Under Scheduled Matters Added Item No. 16.1 Under Referral Responses 26-286