Monterey Council Discusses Possible Amendments to Charter

02/23/2024

The Monterey City Council started discussion on possible amendments to the city’s charter and received an earful when it came to the allotment of tax money to the Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program.

Monterey Sidewalk Repairs Underway

01/26/2024

Sidewalk repairs, which in many cases are the responsibility of adjacent property owners, are happening in Monterey to reduce tripping hazards and clean up uplifts caused by trees roots and wear over time.

Monterey Airport District Board Selects Design Concept for New Terminal

12/12/2023

“The original concept that was selected was the Treehouse. After reviewing the conceptual cost estimates, it became apparent that the original concept was going to be too expensive.”

Monterey Police Department Launches New Outreach Center

09/12/2023

The new “Navigation Center” is designed to provide services to the unhoused population in Monterey, expanding the department’s capacity to serve the unhoused population and creating a collaborative workspace for the police, the Multidisciplinary Outreach Team and other providers.

Monterey Conference Center Finds New GM

04/25/2023

The city of Monterey launched a search for a new general manager to helm the Monterey Conference Center. The winning candidate turned out to be Tonya Hufford, who had been acting general manager since January.

Monterey Moves Ahead with Rental Registry

04/19/2023

The Monterey City Council directed staff on a 4-1 vote to get started on a rental registry for the city, as well as return to council with more information about potential rent stabilization policy options.

More History in an Historic Town

12/14/2022

Gino Garcia says he’s the sort of guy who hangs out quietly in the back, watching and listening. Now he’s moved to the front of the Monterey City Hall chambers, the first Latino councilman in the city’s history.

Meet the City of Monterey’s Newly Appointed City Council Member

12/12/2022

The Monterey City Council unanimously appointed Gene “Gino” Garcia to the at-large seat previously held by former Councilmember Dan Albert.

Monterey: 11 Qualified Applicants Seeking to Fill City Council Vacancy

11/29/2022

The window to apply for the standing vacancy on the Monterey City Council has closed, with 11 candidates interested in filling Dan Albert’s seat.

Williamson, Albert Compete in Monterey Mayoral Race

10/20/2022

Monterey’s first new mayor in nearly a decade will be decided Nov. 8, with candidates Tyller Williamson and Dan Albert going toe-to-toe for the seat.

Monterey’s New Library and Museums Director Looks to Evolve Facilities

10/08/2022

On Aug. 16, Brian Edwards took over as Monterey’s new library and museums director, replacing long-time director Inga Waite. He’s wasting no time initiating new ideas, from considering how best to revamp the library’s children’s area to replacing full-time staff positions lost during the pandemic.

City Council Hear From Prospective Tenants for Fisherman’s Wharf

10/07/2022

After a year of sitting vacant on Fisherman’s Wharf, the building that once housed Scales Seafood & Steaks may soon see a new tenant. The Monterey City Council has received presentations from two pair of interested parties.

Monterey Explores Tesla Supercharger Stations

08/21/2022

The city of Monterey is weighing a Tesla Supercharger Station within its Waterfront Parking Lot—but Fisherman’s Wharf businesses aren’t sold on the idea. The council voted 4-1 to appoint agency negotiators that will work with Tesla in closed session on a licensing agreement.

Monterey to Discuss District-Based Elections

07/25/2022

With Monterey’s first election using a district-based system coming up this fall, the city is starting to explore what the structure will look like in practice.

Monterey Councilmember Tyller Williamson to Run for Mayor

06/28/2022

Earlier this month Tyller Williamson—the Monterey City Council’s youngest member at 34 years old—filed papers announcing his intent to enter the mayoral race. Williamson says he hopes to usher Monterey into a new era.

Study Finds Monterey Fire Department Meets Best Practices, Lacks Administrative Support

05/26/2022

Consulting company Citygate Associates LLC has taken a close look at the Monterey Fire Department, exploring risks, needs and relative performance. Findings from the undertaking, called a Community Risk Assessment and Standards of Cover Study, were presented to the Monterey City Council.

Monterey Will Move to District-Based City Council Elections

11/29/2021

At its Nov. 16 meeting, the Monterey City Council unanimously resolved to transition from at-large to district-based elections. In Monterey County, the cities of King City, Marina and Salinas use district-based voting systems, and the city of Greenfield will switch by 2022.

Local Latino Rights Group Demands Change to Monterey Election Process

10/14/2021

In a letter to the city of Monterey, Andrew Sandoval, director of the Salinas-based chapter of LULAC, said his organization believes Monterey’s at-large election system violates state law. Salinas, Marina and Greenfield already have district-based systems, and LULAC is talking with Soledad about a similar transition.

Citizens Group Seeks Switch to District Elections in Monterey

10/04/2021

The city of Monterey recently met in closed session after receiving a letter “respectfully demanding” that the city change its voting system. The letter was written on the behalf of the League of United Latin American Citizens, District 12.

Changes Coming to Laguna Grande Park

09/12/2021

Faced with overgrown vegetation and issues from persistent homeless encampments in Laguna Grande Park, the partners in the joint powers agency that manages the park—Monterey, Seaside, and the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District—are stepping up to pay for a trail maintenance strategy and environmental review.

City of Monterey a Victim of 'Long Covid' Effects

04/15/2021

Weekend travelers have slowly returned to the city; however, the future of weekday and business travel remains uncertain in a post-pandemic world.

Monterey City Council Condemns Violence Against Asian Americans

04/07/2021

Councilmember Tyller Williamson, who sponsored the resolution, said it’s important for a city with strong Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage to oppose “hate and bigotry.”

Monterey Cop Loses Whistleblower Lawsuit

03/21/2021

The officer’s suit centered on one question: Did the city of Monterey retaliate after he complained about a purported quota system? The jury said no.

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