The city has three storm drains that drain rain, one from upper Dry Creek Road and two from Mar Vista Drive, into a gulch above Monte Vista School. This large abundance of water dumping into the gulch erodes the banks of homes at and below the dump point, and is causing damage to existing structures. Due to the design of the drainage system, this is an unnaturally large load of water to be handled by the homes at Via Ladera that border the gulch. The current storm drain system poses an immediate problem for those homes near the outlet of the drain system. The existing storm drain system is also increasingly a long range problem for the neighbors along Via Ladera as dramatic rains increase with climate change and with atmospheric river deluges.

The proposed project is to run a pipe from the existing storm drain system to connect with the drain at the Toda Vista entrance to Monte Vista School. Doing so would control the drainage through a pipe and reduce erosion to the banks, which would protect at risk structures. According to the California Water Code Article 5 Section 12627.3, the costs of erosion problems that arise from the operation of water projects should be borne by the project. With NCIP funds, the city could maintain its infrastructure in a manner that does not cause future erosion to neighboring properties.

NCIP NOTE: This project would be fully on private property, and thus does not meet NCIP criteria.

I am writing to bring to your attention a significant safety concern regarding the lack of a concrete sidewalk adjacent to Villa Franca Inn. Currently, instead of a proper sidewalk, there is only soil, gravel, and grass, which poses several risks to pedestrians, including hotel guests, residents, and visitors. I kindly request the City of Monterey to consider installing a concrete sidewalk in this area to ensure the safety, accessibility, and functionality of the pedestrian pathway.

Below, I have outlined the potential risks and issues associated with the current conditions:

1. Trip and Fall Hazards: The uneven terrain of soil, gravel, and grass creates a significant risk for pedestrians especially in low-light conditions or inclement weather. This could lead to injuries and potential liability issues for the City of Monterey.

2. Lack of Accessibility for Wheelchair Users: Without a concrete sidewalk, there is no safe or accessible path for individuals using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. This violates the principles of inclusivity and accessibility that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) aims to uphold.

3. Inconsistent ADA Compliance: While there is an ADA ramp in the area, the absence of a concrete sidewalk adjacent to it renders the ramp ineffective. A proper sidewalk is necessary to connect the ramp to the rest of the pedestrian pathway, ensuring seamless accessibility

4. Safety Risks for Children: The uneven and unpaved surface is particularly hazardous for children, who may trip or fall while walking or playing in the area. A concrete sidewalk would provide a safer environment for families and young pedestrians.

5. Public Health and Aesthetic Concerns: The current conditions encourage dog owners to walk their pets on the soil and grass, often leaving behind waste. This not only creates an unsanitary environment but also detracts from the aesthetic appeal of the neighborhood. A concrete sidewalk would help mitigate this issue by providing a clear designated path for pedestrians and pet owners.

6. Waterlogging During Heavy Rain: The soil and grass in the area become waterlogged during heavy rain, creating muddy and slippery conditions. This makes the pathway unusable and dangerous for pedestrians, further highlighting the need for a durable and weather-resistant concrete sidewalk.

The installation of a concrete sidewalk in this area would greatly enhance the safety, accessibility, and overall quality of life for residents and visitors alike. It would also align with the City of Monterey's commitment to creating a pedestrian-friendly, inclusive, and resilient community.

I respectfully urge the City of Monterey to prioritize this matter and allocate the necessary resources to construct a concrete sidewalk adjacent to Villa Franca Inn. I would be happy to provide additional information or assist in any way to support this initiative.

Thank you for your attention to this important issue. I look forward to your response and hope for a positive resolution.

This project is to install a stop sign on San Bernabe where it crosses Colton Street.

NCIP NOTE: The City generally does not recommend Stop signs for traffic calming. A new stop sign would require an engineering study.

Withdrawn by applicant

The proposed project area is within the Hartnell Gulch located in the area where the creeks resurface and converge, adjacent to the Monterey Public Library. Downstream of the project location, at the Trader Joe's parking lot, the creek is enclosed in culverts and i s piped to the discharge point in Monterey Bay under Wharf #2. The upstream boundaries o f the project extent are located where the north fork o f Hartnel Creek daylights a t Pacific Street and where the south fork drains onto city property a t the southeastern corner of the Pacific Street public parking lot (i.e., Cypress Lot).

The proposed project is comprised of two components: (1) creek rehabilitation, and (2) a recreation path for this site. The creek rehabilitation is proposed to consist of removal of invasive plants, revegetation with native plants, and stabilization of the existing eroded channel. The grade o f the channel bed would be raised several feet throughout the project area and bank stabilization and buried grade controls would be included to limit future instream erosion. Additionally, a drop structure is proposed to be placed at the downstream end of the project area to limit future instream erosion. Elevation o f the streambed would provide opportunity for increased public access with construction of a pedestrian walkway alongside the creek bank.

Calle Principal between Del Monte Avenue and Polk Street i s a 2-lane north-south local street that provides direct access to commercial businesses in Downtown Monterey. The project roadway segment currently provides on-street parking, pedestrian sidewalks o n both sides o f the street, and crosswalk facilities a t the signalized and stop controlled intersections.

The proposed project would evaluate the feasibility o f enhancing bike and pedestrian access along Calle Principal to provide a direct connection between the Monterey Peninsula Recreation trail (via Custom House Plaza and Portola Plaza to the north and future Class I Bike Boulevards on Pacific Street and Pearl Street to the south. The project will evaluate several cross section and intersection alternatives in order t o facilitate the addition of bicycle facilities along the project corridor. Due t o existing geometry and circulation constraints, it is assumed that the concept layouts will investigate the feasibility o f lane narrowing with buffered o r raised bike facilities that will maintain vehicle, parking, and driveway access. The project will investigate potential options of reconfiguring the bike/pedestrian crossings, and/or locations of curb ramps to optimize connectivity to the existing bike/pedestrian facilities

The project will develop conceptual design layouts comprised of graphics illustrating proposed multimodal improvements along Calle Principal for public outreach. The conceptual layouts will identify a set o f pedestrian and bicycle recommendations and will be presented with text callouts presenting the proposed improvements for public review and feedback. The community feedback will be used to identify a preferred conceptual design. The preferred concept will b e adopted into the Move Monterey Multimodal Plan.

For drawings see pages 53-60 in the Full Book of Project Nominations below.

Proposal Name: It's Everyone's Library - And It Needs Repair Work!

Background: The Monterey Public Library provides materials, safe spaces, programs and activities for the entire city o f Monterey and beyond, with over 130,000 visits in the past year. The building was new in 1952 and last renovated i n 1984. Although widely heralded a t the time for its innovative design, many of its systems are now outdated and failing. In 2019 the architectural firm G4 was hired t o evaluate the structure and produce a report. In 2020, City Council approved their recommended major renovation, which is stalled for the foreseeable future due to lack of funding. Meanwhile, the identified needs for compliance, public safety, and archival responsibilities have become more urgent.

All necessary improvements proposed here have been identified and assessed b y Monterey Public Works. Some cost estimates are from the G4 report, which i s now 5 years old. Some proposed improvements are identified needs that do not have firm documented costs.

The Monterey Public Library is funded by the City of Monterey general budget, with additional support from private donors and the MPL Friends & Foundation. Responsible care and maintenance o f the aging facility requires much more than these sources can provide.

This proposal contains four components:

ADA Compliance $428,963

All items listed below are non-functional and/or do not meet ADA standards, reviewed with City Council, Chief Building Official, and Asst. City Manager.

• Restrooms (downstairs, upstairs, and staff): $92,400

• Drinking fountains: $5,500

• Elevator & dumbwaiter: $38,240 + $17,894

• Stairs & stair rails: $55,000

• Rear ramp & rail: $16,742

• ADA Transition Plan Identified Additional Needs: $198,160

• Replace community room interior doors $5,000

Community Resilience $67,000

Public libraries have served as Community Resilience Centers in the event of weather or other disasters in many communities and MPL has stepped into this role several times in just the past three years. With on-site backup power, the library would be able to immediately provide the public with heat, light, charging capabilities, refrigeration for medications, along with the welcome distraction of activities for children and teens, and library collections to pass the time. During the power outages of 2023 and 2024, the library provided comfort and services as a community resilience center for people without power, heat, or internet.

• Generator and configuration to install $65,000 (est)

• Adapt Community Room access point to provide after-hours services

• Alarm panel upgrades $2,000

Archival Storage and Preservation $35,000

The safe storage of both IT equipment and sensitive historical archives are critical, but their environments are not compatible. This results in potential damage to valuable documents and archives. It's important that the MPL Archive Room in the basement of the library be renovated to enable the space to house environmentally-controlled archives. To do this, the appropriate climate and humidity controls need to be in place to secure and properly steward the irreplaceable historical documents and photos housed there.

• Relocating the servers and installing climate control in the archival space: $35,000

Facility Renewal $230,804

Investing in energy efficiency as well as environmental comfort will greatly benefit the library community and the city budget. The feasibility study developed with G4, and approved by City Council, estimates that the bold architectural facade of 106 windows have a remaining lifespan of only two more years.

• Replacing windows for UV filtering and insulation upgrade $230,804

Total Funding Request: $761,767

Heya (honor) Museum/Park

This Proposal is about restoring natural beauty, repairing the past, education and presenting our history. From at least 1900 to 1959 on Dutra Street there was an Indigenous village. It was destroyed to create the police and fire stations and parking lots. The vacant lot between the library and Hartnell Creek (once known as the City Attorney's office) is not a pretty spot now, but it's a perfect place to create a little park to remember that village, once we have returned the creek to something closer to its original state and add signs about the local people and cultural traditions practiced there. We can also create a small storytelling circle and stage. This proposal expands upon two previous (undone) NCIP projects that solely concentrated on the ecological improvement of the Hartnell creek. This park does that - and so much more, even as it focuses on a smaller area. The proposed project would require several steps.

First, building on the previous proposals, Stream Restoration: Eliminating invasive species and restoring native habitat. for the portion of the creek on Pacific St, between the library and the library parking lot next door (not behind. This area is currently outlined by a fence. It is less than a third o f the creek described in previous project nominations, so the cost should be much less. Educational institutions and organizations, such as Friends of Hartnell Creek and Return of the Natives, are likely to assist in this effort. Some of the planning for this step has already been begun by City staff.

The next step is the Development of the Park. The landscape needs to be graded into a gradual slope to create a cement sidewalk to the and around the flat area at the bottom. This will provide wheelchair and equipment access. On either side of the sloping sidewalk we can build 2 or 3 levels of cement or stone seating in a semicircle, creating a small amphitheater The flat area at the bottom and close to the seating will become a cement or stone stage. Here speakers can address a group. They can show materials. Singers, storytellers, or dancers can perform. Native people, naturalists, historians can share their expertise. The audience can be seated in a semicircle around them. The stepped structure should seat 25-50 people with standing room behind them. Lighting will benefit everyone all the time. The rest of the area, behind the stage, will be grass.

The final step is the Signage and equipment necessary to turn the park into a museum and performance space. Signs similar to those behind the Ricketts lab will share history and cultural traditions relating to the creek and past village. Lining the creek we can place signs that include photos of key plants and their medicinal, spiritual, or culinary uses. Another sign could refer people to the library for more information. Facing the fire station we'd put a sign that tells a brief history of the removal of the Dutra Street Indigenous people. Part of this park's program planning would be to reserve the space with the library and check out equipment to facilitate the use of the space for presentations. The library could house a cart, laptop, screen, projector, microphone, speaker, folding table, and lighting. Wifi is already available. The park should usually be lit, so there will need to be a key for an accessing a covered light switch when showing a film, for example.

This park will be a memorial to the people and the culture impacted by our City's past mistakes, and so it will be a spot for solitary meditation on history and nature. Yet it will be much more. It can be a gathering spot for visiting classes, as well as for informal gathering before and after library story times and other events. Too often library programs must begin or end somewhat abruptly as the library closes or opens with current reduced hours. This park can provide a gathering space before and after. Library users and other walkers have always been drawn to the creek, and this would give them an interesting, educational, and approved spot. Because the park will be near the library and because it offers recognition of a past wrong, it will be of interest, a delight and satisfaction, to all residents. It will help our current museums b y providing an additional site a t the top o f downtown. It helps the Library by expanding its space (a bit) and assisting with its educational goals. People of all ages will enjoy the park.

The City Council is interested in doing something more t o acknowledge the past wrong done t o the Native people by a previous Council and our community. However, funds have been cited as an issue. This is a relatively inexpensive suggestion. I want to add extra pages of photos, as recommended NIP representatives.

See pages 75-83 of full Book of Project Nomination for 2025 below.

NCIP recommended for approval Phase 1 of Hilltop Park Center at $1M for fiscal year 2024-25. This covered: -new roof to include trusses, new sewer lateral and repair of basketball courts, replace exterior windows with double pane windows, new lighting system for the entire building with office control and programming, building termite treatment and tenting, replace several exterior doors, replace gutters and downspouts, consolidate HVAC systems into 2 large systems for increased efficiency and environmental controls, kitchen remodel and appliance upgrade, new flooring, new interior/exterior paint, seismic analysis with plans and improvements if needed.

This project proposal is to recommend Phase 2 funding of another $1M to account for additional funds needed to complete this project (original estimate was $2M). This additional funding could be used to upgrade the pottery room plumbing, supply an emergency generator, and address any ADA upgrades.

Hilltop is the heart beat of the New Monterey neighborhood, providing the space for a number of important public services such as activities for all age groups; preschool for tots and multiple tot classes; ceramics, guitar and piano lessons for all age groups; a place for seniors to exercise and socialize; CERT support; monthly blood drives; and a meeting place for the entire community. If this building i s not maintained, it would result in a major loss for the community as it is an important facility as it relates to emergency operations for this part of the City.

Requested funding: $1M for Phase 2

The Central Public Safety Facility, located at the corner of Pacific and Madison Streets, is made up of the City's Police Department, Fire Station 11, and Emergency Operations Center (EOC), as well as the Fire Administration and Police Investigations modular buildings. This facility also serves as the primary location for the City's information services and technology infrastructure. The "El Cartel" Building was opened 66 years ago, on May 10, 1959. The Monterey Police Department is approximately 17,088 square feet and Monterey Fire Station 11 (previously Station 1) is approximately 5,480 square feet. The building has surpassed its useful lifespan and issues such as heating, cooling, electricity and plumbing as well a s space constraints all provide significant challenges to the Monterey Police and Fire Departments for current needs and will not support future department growth and changes needed to serve the Monterey community in the future. The original 1959 facility does not meet the needs of today's public safety and response personnel. The buildings do not meet the Building Code requirement a s Essential Service buildings, which is intended to ensure the facility can continue to operate after a seismic event. There is insufficient storage space for evidence, a lack of locker room space to accommodate different gender demographic makeup of the departments and gender-neutral personnel, limited office, training and meeting space, as well as access control and critical security concerns. Offices have shuffled and have been converted into locker room facilities, which has led to a decrease in staff workspace. Furthermore, Police training has greatly evolved since 1959 and areas specifically devoted to training and wellness need to be part of a facility. The MPD Investigations Division, Fire Administration, and some evidence and property storage are provided in standalone, prefabricated buildings, or shipping containers located in the parking area. The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is also housed in the Central Public Facility. The EOC, which was constructed with NIP funding in 1998, does not have adequate meeting or storage space.

For these reasons, Council authorized a feasibility study and approved a contract with the COAR Design Group on July 19, 2022. COAR Design Group staff met with City staff to identify current deficiencies and future needs. The estimate for a new Public Safety Facility ranged between $140 and $170 million dollars. This has proved to b e cost prohibitive with the current state of the City's Infrastructure. While i t may not be as desirable a s a new facility, exploring other alternatives would be beneficial given the monumental cost of a new facility as well as our current severe challenges i n funding on-going infrastructure rehabilitation needs across the whole City. This alternatives analysis would encompass looking at anything from alternative locations, remodel opportunities, design build and opportunities to reduce the cost while delivering a facility that will be right sized and provide updated amenities that are functional.

We would like to propose the NCIP increase the budget for fire remediation to $2 million for the upcoming funding cycle. This would enable the City of Monterey to increase its efforts to remove the build up of fuel in our wooded areas and promote other fire prevention efforts.

Monterey become a "Tree City" in 1981. With Monterey Pines, Live Oaks, Redwoods and Cypress trees being native to the area. They prospered throughout the entire City of Monterey and the Monterey Peninsula. Their beauty added to the already magnificent landscape of the area. They were worshiped by all who set their eyes upon them.

That's where the problems started......we forgot to manage them and keep them healthy. Many areas became overgrown. Trees crowding each other, grasslands becoming overgrown, shrubbery and poison oak running ramped.

Now with heavy storms and winds, along with more and more wildfires, we must take action and step up our FUEL REDUCTION ISSUE. The cleanup of a hugh amount of fallen trees, cleanup of underbrush, identification of unhealthy trees and their removal is a starting point. These issues are prevalent in ALL NEIGHBORHOODS.

This should not be considered a maintenance project, but as a FIRE SUPPRESSION issue that threatens the entire City of Monterey and the Peninsula.. Take a page from the fires of Paradise and Los Angeles...

We need to manage and preserve our forested lands, NOT make them FUEL FOR A FIRE!!

NCIP funds would be well spent on the issue and everyone will reap the benefits for a lifetime.

Infrastructure Repairs for Municipal Wharf II.

The wharf was built in 1926 to serve the commercial fishing industry and is nearly 100 years old. Recent condition assessment rated the wharf as poor. This project will address the repairs identified in the 2024 condition assessment report to restore the load bearing capacity of structural elements in order to keep the wharf in operation and accessible for commercial and recreational use.

This project would fund construction and construction management of the repair project, and/or serve a matching grant funds for the City's application for U.S. DOT- Maritime Administration-Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) - Small Grant category (up to $11.25M grant). The PIDP grant application is under development and is due by September 10, 2025. The preliminary scope is to retrofit the perimeter of the outer wharf and address Warehouse rehabilitation/retrofit needs.

Estimated: $200,000

On May 6, 2025, Council received a presentation on the State of Our City's Infrastructure. Wharf I was identified as being in "poor" condition, needing $12 M in immediate repairs and roughly $1 M in annual operation and maintenance cost. Strategies for cosideration are abandonment, strengthening and replacement, or various combinations of multiple strategies. Strengthening Wharf Il by adding new, larger concrete or steel piles and structural members throughout may cost approximately $50 M in construction costs.

Given other costly infrastructure needs and lack of certainty of funding sources, it would be beneficial to understand more fully the scope of the issue and have a more detailed assessment of how to minimize costs and optimize revenue sources for Wharf II. As it stands, Wharf Il is not self-sustainable, and current revenue is no where near what would be needed even for yearly maintenance.

It would b e helpful to have an objective study done on what would be most cost effective option for the City of Monterey as a whole to consider, including but not limited to: proceed with a commitment to maintaining and strengthening Wharf vs strategic abandonment of all or part of Wharf infrastructure vs. other options unknown at this time. This is a BIG question that needs to be asked, and the City can not afford to blindly commit to any strategy without additional information and analysis.

This project would be to hire a local consultant to do an extensive assessment and come up with multiple options for the City to consider regarding the future of Wharf II. The City can not afford sentimentality/ attachment to the past to be the sole factor in the financial decision-making regarding Wharf Il for the reasons stated above.

This assessment should take into account input from immediate stakeholders to identify current use/utility of the space, potential improvements ,as well as identifying possible private/non profit/public partnerships that would make Wharf ll more financially viable/ self- paying. All options should be on the table for discussion.

We have ignored the deterioration of Wharf Il for too long despite past warnings by Public Works of the urgent need action one way or another; however, simply committing to any financial path (including commitment to repair) without additional information and study would in effect be continuing to "kick the can down the road." Instead of avoiding what may be a difficult decision regarding the future of Wharf II, the City can be proactive and intentional.

In the prior NCIP cycle, NCIP and City Council approved remodeling Station 13 to upgrade this facility from its 1950's build to accommodate more livable conditions for our Fire personnel working out of Station 13. In the prior approved project are the details of why these improvements are needed.

During the presentation on the needed additional resources for the improvements t o Station 12 it was noted that Station 13 will need an additional $400,000 to be completed. This project request is for that additional funding and provides the funds necessary to begin construction on this project if approved.

Findings from the Station 13 assessment and personnel interviews are included as an attachment to this nomination form.

See pages 154-156 in the full Book of Project Nomination for 2025 below.

Residents across Monterey have consistently expressed strong support for undergrounding our utility lines. The reasons are compelling, potentially lifesaving, and essential for the long-term resilience of our community. Key benefits include:

1. Reduced fire risk from downed utility lines

2. Fewer and shorter energy outages, reducing business losses

3. Lower personal costs and disruptions associated with power failures

4. Unblocked emergency routes during storms or fire-related events

5. Improved city appearance through the removal of poles and overhead wires

Undergrounding means placing all utility lines underground and removing the associated poles.

As climate impacts intensify, the need to safeguard our infrastructure becomes more urgent. Much of Monterey is designated by Cal Fire as a High Severity Fire Zone, even as a coastal community. Our “Tree City” identity is increasingly challenged as drought-stressed and diseased trees interact with aging overhead high-voltage conductors and tangled telecommunications lines. High winds and heavy atmospheric river events only heighten this risk.

Every pole removed and every line placed underground reduces the risk of utility-caused ignition by 98%. In undergrounded areas, power and communications failures from falling trees or equipment breakdown—some of which is over 50 years old—are far less likely. Undergrounding improves safety, reliability, resilience, and neighborhood aesthetics, while reducing the need for continuous tree trimming around overhead lines.

Project Proposal

Monterey Undergrounding, chaired by Ray Meyers, respectfully requests $2,000,000 in seed funding to support the undergrounding of overhead utility lines throughout the City of Monterey. Priority will be given to:

• Sub-transmission feeder lines

• Arterial emergency escape routes

• High-fire-risk corridors

• Visually overburdened areas

Priorities may be adjusted to respond to changing conditions or opportunities.

Coordination with Rule 20A Funding

These funds may also supplement existing Rule 20A Tariff credits allocated for the undergrounding of North Fremont Street under Ordinance No. 3621 C.S. (August 4, 2020). North Fremont is a vital evacuation route and remains a high safety priority.

The City currently holds $4,745,057 in Rule 20A credits. CPUC Decision 23-06-005 requires all unused community credit balances to expire on December 31, 2033. The revised project estimate for North Fremont is $9,860,808. Without sufficient matching funds when PG&E begins work, the City risks forfeiting its Rule 20A credits—a significant financial loss. This proposal allows NCIP funds to help close that gap and preserve these critical credits.

Additional Funding Opportunities

A parallel goal of this project is to pursue cost-sharing opportunities through state, federal, county, and other governmental grants.

Conclusion

The expected outcomes of this NCIP project are clear: a safer, more resilient, and more beautiful Monterey. Undergrounding utility lines is both a prudent safety measure and a long-term investment in the quality and security of our community.

Monterey Police Department: A Vital Need for Interim Improvements

The Monterey Police Department, located at 351 Madison Street, has served our community since it first opened its doors o n May 10,1959. For 66 years, i t has stood as a symbol of public safety and civic service-but time has taken a clear toll. The infrastructure has exceeded its useful lifespan, and outdated systems like plumbing, electricity, heating, and cooling now hinder daily operations.

The department faces mounting challenges. Evidence storage i s woefully inadequate. Locker room space is no longer sufficient to serve the gender-diverse workforce that has evolved since 1959. Office space is limited, training and meeting facilities are cramped, and serious concerns exist around security and access control. Spaces originally designated as offices have been converted into locker rooms, leaving staff without proper work environments.

In response, the City initiated a feasibility study in July 2022 to explore a new public safety building-an essential step toward long-term modernization. Yet constructing such a facility is a complex, multi-year process, and our officers need relief now.

A temporary, cost-effective solution must be prioritized. Drawing from the functional upgrades made to fire stations 12 and 13, the interim improvements should include a right-sized, gender-neutral locker room to accommodate all staff in one consolidated location, sufficient office space t o support operational needs and other similar improvements.

The current state of the department places a daily burden on the personnel who serve our city. It undermines morale and poses a serious obstacle t o recruiting and retaining the skilled individuals who are the backbone of our public safety. Investing i n functional improvements now would create a positive and supportive work environment, paving the way for the future facility while affirming our commitment to those who protect Monterey.

The corner of Via Arboles and Munras Ave adjacent to the Super 8 motel currently has no sidewalk or curb cut along Munras Ave. It is not ADA compliant and is a very dangerous area for pedestrians as they have to walk into the oncoming traffic lane and there is a dirt berm and foliage obstructing the view of vehicles driving up to the intersection at Via Arboles., I have had several near-misses with vehicles when I attempt to cross at that intersection. The dirt berm and plantings at that corner need to be removed and a concrete sidewalk needs to be installed along Munras adjacent to the Super 8 motel with a curb cut at that corner to allow safe pedestrian crossing.

This nomination is in regards to speeding on Via Gayuba and Walter Colton Drive.

As many are already aware (I know a few concerned neighbors have already contacted the city about this matter) Via Gayuba is a steep hill and there is quite a bit of speeding both up and down the street. Going up the street, it's as if people feel the need to increase acceleration to make it up the hill. Going down the hill, speeding is also an issue, as drivers gather acceleration as they make their way down.

Exacerbating this problem is the fact that we have three schools in the neighborhood (Monte Vista Elementary, Monterey High, and the new Monterey Child Development Center), and Via Gayuba is a main artery for getting to and from these schools. Thus there is a great deal of cars speeding up and down Via Gayuba particularly during school drop off and pick up times.

The traffic system at Monte Vista Elementary school is designed in such a way that cars enter the school from Walter Colton drive. It's amazing how fast some parents drive in the morning when they are in a rush to drop off their children before work! The corner from Via Gayuba onto Walter Colton Drive, and the curvy Walter Colton Drive itself are of particular concern.

We, the residents of Via Gayuba, are kindly asking that the city consider further speed reduction measures on Via Gayuba and Walter Colton Drive. Many children live on Via Gayuba, and there are quite a few families and children that walk to and from Monte Vista Elementary School and the new Child Development Center. The amount of speeding that is happening on these streets, in a residential neighborhood and in a school zone no less, is a concern that many of us in the neighborhood and particularly those of us on Via Gayuba share. I believe it is in the city's best interest to increase the safety on these streets for both pedestrians and drivers.

Traffic flows from Toyon onto Dry Creek from a wide uphill curve, (not a perpendicular intersection), and the driver is blind to oncoming traffic coming from their right. There has never been a stop sign on Toyon where it intersects with Dry Creek. I have observed the habit of drivers to only look to their left as they come around on this curve, the vehicle is traveling uphill which also limits the view for the driver. As the driver begins to make the wide turn, the visibility is made difficult because the road now slopes downhill. There is often a car parked just beyond this turn on the right hand side of the road which adds to the limited visibility. Frequently there is a car parked on the far side, the driver's left hand side, which narrows the road and makes two-way traffic very difficult, especially if the driver entering Dry Creek from Toyon swings wide. The driver entering Dry Creek from Toyon does not stop, (there is no stop sign), and they are often surprised when a car or an individual walking comes into their view.

The additional issue of the narrowing of Dry Creek due to cars parked directly across from each other just after this intersection might be solved with traffic calming. It should be considered when considering the overall project.

Residents on Dry Creek and Toyon are looking for a solution to these issues.

Ideally the solution would slow the traffic coming from Toyon onto Dry Creek so the driver entering Dry Creek from Toyon would have time to adjust to any cars and/or pedestrians in the immediate area. The solution should also address the narrowing of the street when two cars are parked directly across from each other after this intersection.

Complete the resurfacing and refinishing of the Via Paraiso Racquet Courts requested, funded and completed in FY2023-24.

The FY2023-24 project sprang out of the city-led mediation over use of these courts two years ago. Since then, pickleballers, tennis players and neighbors continue to enjoy and watch these improved facilities at Via Paraiso Park. There are a few parts of last year’s requests, however, that were not implemented:

1. Installation of a low (four-foot) fence between the tennis court and the pickleball courts. This fence might not be equidistant from the east and west perimeter fences to allow additional off-court space for tennis play.

2. A safer divider between the two (2) dedicated pickleball courts. The existing tennis net and posts reduce ball traffic between the two courts, but can be a hazard during play. The specific requirements for this court divider are TBD.

In addition, the resurfacing, constrained by the amount of funding estimated for last year’s project, was just a slurry top coat, not a full resurfacing or grinding down of the under layers. The weather this year has already exposed underlying cracks through the top coat. Both tennis and pickleball players would benefit from a full resurfacing and extend the useful life of the courts. The cracks on the courts will just get worse and will increase under layer wear, if they aren’t remediated sooner rather than later.

Finally, while staff has installed middle-of-the-net straps on all 3 courts, the anchors needed to provide proper strap tension were not installed last year. Without anchors, the straps are not functional; they only frustrate players who are otherwise pleased with these beautiful new courts.

Construct a consistent curb and bulb-out on the west side of Via Del Pinar extending at least 5 houses. Starting with 301 Via Del Rey to either 20 or 30 Via Del Pinar.

As cars exit Veteran's park down Via Del Rey, they tend to take the turn onto Via Del Pinar at higher-than-safe speeds. There is curbing at the intersection of Via Chiquita and Via Del Rey. But because there is no curb on Via Del Pinar, cars parked in front of homes on the street are vulnerable. We have to park cars butted up against yards (unable to exit cars on the house side).

By continuing curbing/drainage or by pushing out and installing a small bulb-out, parking could be more uniform to create space for oncoming cars transitioning from the downhill Via Del Rey onto Via Del Pinar. It would allow residents to exit their cars safely from either side of the car.

This project was fully designed by Jeff Krebbs.

This is Phase 1 of plan developed for San Bernabe Drive by previous NIP project. This projects was initially proposed to widen the road and install curb and retaining walls on properties with high slope road margins, with Phase 2 (future) building the sidewalk and further retaining walls.

Given that this project was delayed for a number of years need to review the plans with the neighborhood is essential.

If appropriate, this project can follow a similar 2-phase timeline, or be built all at once if deemed more efficient and cost effective (TBD before voting night).

This section of San Bernabe Dr is a sharp narrow set of curves across a natural gully. The road is too narrow for cars to pass each other safely, and even more dangerous for pedestrians. All adjoining residents, as well as many drivers and pedestrians, support this project.

The neighborhood request is also to have signs with a curve notice and a recommended 15 mph speed limit. We look forward to working with the City to improve the safety for our neighborhood, pedestrians, dog walkers, children, and drivers.

An NCIP-organized meeting at the submitter's home met on Jan 15th, 2020, and was attended by all nearby neighbors plus others. Jeff Krebs presented the plan and everyone agreed this was a dangerous curve and was in full support of the project. This support remains today.

Signs for both freeway entrances on the corner of Munras Avenue and Soledad Drive to assist visitors who are not familiar with the area. Current signage is too close to entrance to Hwy 1 to help those approaching the Munras and Soledad intersection. 2011 Cut-off Project CW-41.

Mar Vista Drive has become a major thoroughfare and despertely needs traffic calming for the residents, pedestrians and students walking to Monte Vista and Colton schools.

This is a Phase1 of the plan developed for Mar Vista by previous NIP project. Location and scope TBD.

This project was originally funded to build out the Toda Vista/Mar Vista intersection, but was defunded by the pandemic.

Some of these projects will likely get modified and/or combined.

Fire Stations are critical infrastructure support community and fire department needs, provide emergency response, and house critical equipment. They are staffed 24/7 by fire department staff.

Historically, Fire Station 12 in New Monterey, originally built ni 1951, serves New Monterey, Cannery Row, and the Coast Guard Pier. Rehabilitation consists of roof repairs, termite treatment, repair concrete slab, replace emergency generator, upgrade communications system, replace exterior windows, replace HVAC system, replace exterior deck, kitchen remodel, restrooms and shower remodel, interior paint, new interior flooring, newdomestic hot water heater, lighting upgrade, and resurface parking lot.

Historically, Fire Station 13 in Villa Del Monte, originally built in 1951, serves Villa del Monte, Del Monte Beach, Casanova Oak Knoll, Del Monte Grove/Laguna Grande, City of Sand City, etc. Rehabilitation consists of roof repairs repave parking lot, kitchen remodel, replace exterior windows, replace emergency generator, upgrade communications system, replace HVAC system, restrooms and shower remodel, interior paint, termite treatment, new interior flooring, new domestic hot water heater, lighting upgrade, and library materials locker.

Fire Station #13 on Dela Vina Avenue was built in the 1951 and is in dire need of renovation, not only for safety purposes, but to provide an updated, clean and comfortable space for our hard working firefighters. There have not been any significant improvements or upgrades since the station was built in 1951. The firefighters have expressed those needs to me as the President of the Villa del Monte Neighborhood Association (*VDMNA") numerous times. The time to get those much needed renovations is NOW. Due to the long list of needs, which warrant prioritization by NCIP with input from the firefighters, I propose a phased project, not to exceed $500,000 at this time, with additional projects for future NCIP cycles.

Fire station #13, which serves the neighborhoods of Villa del Monte, Del Monte Beach, Casanova Oak Knoll, Del Monte Grove/Laguna Grande, and other neighborhoods, is in need of significant repairs. The list of necessary repairs are:

1. Roofrepairs

2. Repave and repair parking lot

3. Kitchen remodel

4. Replace exterior windows with double-pane windows for operability and energy efficiency

5. Replace e n dof life generator with a new unit

6. Interior paint as needed

7. Restrooms and shower remodel and upgrade 8. Building termite treatment andtenting

9. New interior flooring

10. New HVAC system

11. Newdomestichotwaterheater

12. Lighting upgrade ni the truck bay and living quarters 13. Attic vent repairs

14. Truck bay door frame repair

15. Wall repair in workout area with reinforced paneling. Wall hole repair and seal.

16. Upgrade emergency communication sound system for better clarity and functionality

17. Install outdoor access area for the grant-funded Library locker to allow greater access to Library services.

Thank you for your consideration,

The Old Capitol Site is now a closed park, due to the dangerous state of the landscape. There are dead trees, homeless camps, meadows full of tall grass, etc. These areas need to be cleared of debris to prevent wildfires that could spread to any of four nearby neighborhoods and Westland House hospice, which is completely surrounded by the park.

With the recent adoption of the Master Plan for the Old Capitol Site Park, this fuel reduction is very timely. The Master Plan includes hiking trails, bird trails, guided bird walks, nature walks, plein air painting events, interpretive signage, along with camping and RV stays. This promises to be the largest community park for the City of Monterey.

Continued management of city wide forest and open space ($400,000). Management of these areas are necessary to minimize the risk of wildfire and encourage good forest health.

The City's Greenbelt System experienced extensive loss of trees and vegetation due to the disastrous storms from January to March 2023 and current. We also continue to lose Monterey Pines and Coastal Live Oaks due to pest, disease, and environmental conditions.

Workwouldconsist of removing fallen trees, underbrush,and unhealthytrees, as well as proactive forest management measures to acknowledge and preserve the City's forestsand parks.

NCIP has always been very supportive of greenbelt maintenance and we are extremely grateful.

Our neighborhood has been rated "high risk" by Cal Fire. Two years ago, our long time insurance carrier dropped our coverage. The age and density of Monterey pine trees on both public and private property is a catastrophe in waiting. When I raised the issue with the fire department, they dismissed the risk of a crown fire saying there was insufficient ground level combustible material to ignite a crown fire. They obviously haven't spent much time on Huckleberry Hill or in the ravines that traverse our neighborhood.

The City should spend our money on a comprehensive fire safety analysis by an independent credible organization and develop a multi-year hazard reduction program before disaster strikes. No one prepared for the Oakland Hills fire that destroyed 2000 houses or the fire that destroyed Lahaina. All it takes is a dry year, high winds and a spark. When that happens, everyone will be wondering why no one on the Monterey Peninsula prepared for it.

These projects were worked on to combine them into a single project agreed to by all submitters.

City residents support undergrounding of utilities to reduce power outages. They require full-time program manager t o coordinate with PG&E as a long-term process. The cost is $1,000-2,000 per foot. Approximately 5 miles of utilities are underground, with approximately 98 miles remaining, so an estimated $500 Million to $1 Billion in 2024. Expected $2 million into perpetuity.

Residents have expressed support and interest in undergrounding utility lines.

The reasons to underground are potentially lifesaving and include: 1. theriskoffiresfromdownedutilitylines;

2. the lengthy energy outages and resultant business losses;

3. personal costs and disruption incurred around utility outages;

4. blocked emergency routes from downed poles and lines during weather or fire related emergencies;

5. beautification of our lovely city.

This proposal submitted by Old Town Neighborhood Association and Monterey Undergrounding is for $2,000,000 seed money for undergrounding overhead utility lines in the City of Monterey, an amount suggested to Council and NCIP on February 6, 2024, by the City Manager.

This project prioritizes undergrounding along Del Monte Avenue between Sloat Avenue and Palo Verde Avenue, where main feeder lines broke in March 2023, leaving Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove, and much of Monterey without energy and telecommunication for many days. (The priority of location is subject to change due to circumstances and opportunities.) Funds may also be used if needed to augment the Rule 20A funds available for undergrounding of North Fremont Street under Ordinance No. 3621 C.S. of August 4, 2020. Both roads are main escape routes and of high priority to the safety of Monterey residents and visitors.

Undergrounding means the undergrounding of all utility lines and the removal of poles.

Funds shall go only to the firm(s) contracted to do the planning and undergrounding and to one full time City staff (i.e. Utilities Conversion Program Manager) dedicated to the undergrounding and to establishing the Conversion Master Plan with the Underground Conversion Committee (see below). Any contracted company shall have the skills and experience needed to work efficiently with utility companies, most importantly PG&E. The Utilities Conversion Program Manager shall have the skills and experience needed to work efficiently with utility companies and the Underground Conversion Committee.

This proposal envisions the creation of a city Underground Conversion Committee (“UCC” or “Committee”), as recommended by PG&E in their July 2023 Electric Rule 20 Guidebook. PGE Electric Rule 20 Guidebook Like the other commissions and committees of the City, this is to be a committee consisting of volunteer residents. The idea is to reduce staff costs and to utilize the expertise of the public such as selected members of Monterey Undergrounding, the group of residents meeting and learning about undergrounding issues monthly since 2018. As with other City commissions and committees, staff would provide support to the UCC at monthly meetings and collaborate with the UCC to create recommendations to the City Council. A goal is that required biannual meetings with the PG&E liaison occur with the UCC and staff at these UCC meetings for transparency and inclusion of the public.

The Underground Conversion Committee meetings shall be transparent, meaning legally noticed and available for participation by the public in person and through the remote viewing policy in place by the City, and available for review on the internet after the fact. Underground Conversion Committee members shall receive public comment and recommend to the City Council future undergrounding locations based on the feedback from residents and on financial incentives. The UCC shall work with staff to meet state law requirements such as declaring and facilitating the generation of an undergrounding policy or ordinance where needed and creating an undergrounding Conversion Master Plan as recommended by PG&E.

A parallel funding goal of this project and of the Underground Conversion Committee is to work toward cost sharing through government partnerships and grants. The work of the UCC shall include working with city staff in grant writing and research into state, federal, and county funds available.

The expected benefits of this NCIP project are a safer, more resilient, and more beautiful City.

This is a priority to focus on a stretch of the peninsula's main feeder power lines that now exist on Del Monte Avenue between Sloat Avenue and Palo Verde Avenue. Trees fell due to high winds and rain and came into contact with the vunerable main feeder lines. The break in those min lines in March 2023 resulted in a power and communication disruption for multiple days to many peninsula residents and businesses. This is why we need to begin the undergrounding of overhead utilities on at least one of our major suppliers of power to the peninsula.

In so doing our power supply would be less vulnerable to extreme weather events and equipment failure. It follows that our power supply would be more reliable and public safety would be enhanced.

I propose with the support of the OTNA board that the city address this critical issue and make a plan. The March 2023 event when vital transportation corridors were blocked, energy-dependent services (clean water,sanitation, heating, food preservation,emergency transport and telecommunication) were all impacted, jeopardizing health and safety for the community, is a call to action.

Above ground utilities can and will continue to fail due to events such as March 2023 or any event that can cause power lines and poles to be damaged.

Issues addressed by this proposal are evacuation route safety, and improved reliability of essential services to the Monterey Peninsula. Not only would the community be less vulnerable to repeated extended outages in the future due to a feeder line failure, but a fringe benefit of underground utilities and pole removal would be that fire threat areas would be safer as a source of ignition because the overhead high voltage conductors are eliminated in those areas.

Just as with the annual fire abatement NCIP projects, this proposal would benefit all of the City's Neighborhoods.

Myself with the support of OTNA board propose that specific NCIP funds be used to create a plan (including involving PG&E,Telecommunication,engineering data,obtaining grants and funding)for the undergrounding of utility lines and removal of poles in a major evacuation route such as Del Monte Ave. This would enable the plan to prioritize escape routes and main feeder lines) allowing it to be implemented and funded in a timely and uninterrupted manner.

By taking on this project the neighborhoods of the city of Monterey will be more protected from the negative of impacts of above-ground utilities embodied by the March 2023 event.

Some of these projects will likely get modified and/or combined.

DearMembers of the NCIP Board,

I trust this message finds you well. Iam reaching out to share an exciting proposal aimedat improving and expanding the offerings at the Monterey Tennis Center, where I serve as Co-Owner.

Our center currently hosts tennis camps for kids, tennis lessons for adults and children, and manages the Monterey Bay Racquet Club at the Hyatt Regency Monterey, with over 100 pickleball members. To further enrich our services and foster community engagement, we are considering a strategic expansion into pickleball, proposing a name change to the Monterey Racquet Center.

The proposed project involves converting tennis courts 1 and 2 into eight pickleball courts, complete with lighting for evening play. This alternative approach presents an opportunity to offer an appealing pickleball experience without the need for additional traffic on Highway 68, contrary to the Ryan Ranch Pickleball Project.

Understanding the importance of community input, we are committed to obtaining feedback from our local community. We also recognize the need for regulatory compliance and will ensure that we obtain all necessary approvals to proceed. In terms of financing, we estimate that the project for redoing the tennis courts and adding pickleball courts would require an investment in the range of $50,000 to $60,000. We are exploring funding options and potential partnerships to support this endeavor.

Additionally, I am pleased to inform you that we accept Optum Fitness Networks, providing free play opportunities to individuals with Renew Active by UnitedHealthcare or Onepass by Aaptiv insurance plans. This inclusivity aligns with our goal of making our facilities accessible to a wide range o fcommunity members

Upon completion, this project wil bring a total of 25 courts to Monterey, including 7 permanent pickleball courts at the Hyatt, 8 at the Monterey Tennis &Pickleball Center, 2 additional courts at Via Paraiso, and 8 more courts at MPC. Furthermore, Seattle currently boasts the highest number of pickleball courts per capita at 20.5 courts per 100,000 people.

Pickleball Courts Per Capita Ratios:

With 25 Permanent Pickleball Courts:

Population of Monterey: 30,000, Pickleball Courts: 25, Ratio 83.33 courts per 100,000 people

With 17 Permanent Pickleball Courts:

Population of Monterey: 30,000, Pickleball Courts: 17, Ratio 56.67 courts per 100,000 people

We believe this initiative aligns with our mission to create a vibrant community hub for tennis and pickleball enthusiasts alike, contributing positively to downtown Monterey.

However, it is crucial to note that the feasibility of this project hinges on the outcome of the Ryan Ranch Pickleball Project. Should the Ryan Ranch project proceed, it may impact the viability of our proposed expansion. We request yourconsideration and support in light of these circumstances.

We kindly request the opportunity to present this comprehensive proposal in more detail during an upcoming NCIP board meeting. Your support and insights would be invaluable in bringing this vision to fruition.

Thank you for considering our proposal, and we look forward to the possibility of collaborating to enhance the Monterey Tennis Center

This is a follow-on project to the 2023-24 NCIP approved project RR-02 to design 8 pickleball courts in Ryan Ranch Park. That design i scurrently in progress by the NCIP engineering team.

This 2024-25 NCIP application is to fund $200,000 for Phase 1 construction of the pickleballcourts as specified in the above design.

Pickleball remains a very fast growing sport in the City of Monterey. Pickleball classes at Monterey Peninsula College and the Pacific Grove Adult school, as well as regular clinics at private clubs including Meadowbrook Swim and Tennis, Monterey Bay Racquet Club, Pebble Beach Beach Club, and ChamisalTennis Club are churning out hundreds of new players each year. Many of these are Monterey residents, yet with only two publicly owned pickleball courts in the City, most Monterey residents are traveling to neighboring cities for pickleball. Those that opt to play at the City's two free public courts at Via Paraiso Park endure long wait times.

Nationwide, pickleball has been the fastest growing sport 3 years in a row with no indication that its rapid growth will slow. Many attribute the rapid growth to the combination of physical, mental, and social benefits unique to the sport.

It is in the best interest of the community for the Ryan Ranch courts to remain free tothe public, like the Via Paraiso courts. To that end, building courts at Ryan Ranch Park offers an attractive opportunity to generate advertising revenue. It is commonplace for professional tennis and pickleball tournaments to paint logos of various tournament sponsors around the perimeter of the playing surface. The same can be done at the Ryan Ranch courts and the revenue gained from these semi-permanent logos can help fund construction and/or ongoing maintenance such as resurfacing. Other sources of income can include banners on fences, engraved pavers, donor plaques on benches, and naming rights. Multiple local businesses currently sponsor pickleball at Chamisal with their banners proudly hanging on court fencing. The pickleball community would be happy to seek out interested sponsors and connect them with city representatives.

The site at Ryan Ranch Park was previously identified by City staffa s the best location for pickleball within the City. The surrounding community consists of office parks and light industrial businesses. This site is no stranger to noise due to its proximity to the airport landing zone and the nearby recycling plant.

See MV-04 in above Monterey Vista Section

Other projects outside of MVNA but likely of interest to MVNA residents.

ALPF license plate readers are installed in Carmel, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Marina and Salinas.

Monterey is the sole exception on the Peninsula. Criminals who just committed a real time crime are tracked city to city except for Monterey.The cameras are police force multipliers, critical in the nationwide shortage of police officers. It many times finds the perpetrators within minutes, acting as a crime deterrent for future criminal activities. All these cities have successfully solved violent crimes, rapes, shootings, robberies, attempted murders and returned stolen cars.

NCIP in the past funded a security camera to over see the Serra Statue on the Lower Presidio, so there is a precedent.

The Automated License Plate Recognition cameras wil sit on top of light posts and traffic lights about 10 to 12 feet in the air and take photos at an angle of the backs of vehicles. The software can gather information about the cars like the make, model and license plate. It alerts police when the vehicle matches the description of cars involved in crimes. Kaster said they are mainly thinking about stolen vehicles, and mass retail theft where groups of people steal several Items at once and run away.

"It's not facial recognition, it's not tied to personal identifying information, and it's not used for traffic enforcement,"

The data is not stored beyond 30 days, and automatically deletes every 30 days unless that vehicle is flagged for an investigative purpose.

Police will also only be able to access the system for investigative purposes. They will have to be working on a crime or looking for a lead on a crime to use the software and not just to "check-up" on a car or individual, according to police.

Hector Soliman, a representative from Flock, said the vehicle images are the only thing that can be captured with the cameras and they cannot pick up audio or be upgraded to do so.

"There's no personal identifiable information in the data that's captured. So it's only images of the backs of vehicles and their license plates. We don't have any personally identifiable information within Flock, there's no DMV records or third-party databases."

The police chief also shared that as a resident of Monterey he would ensure civil liberties are protected. This proposal offers to pay for purchase and installation only, with a limit of $130,000 from this project.

ALPR cameras are set to be presented to the Monterey City Council, please show neighborhood support for this vital crime prevention tool.

Rehabilitation of Hilltop Park Center

Hilltop Park Center in New Monterey is a re-purposed school that opened as park center in 1985. It contains class, meeting, activity, and community rooms as well as art space and kitchen facilities.

Rehabilitation consists of: new roof w/gutters anddownspouts, new sewer lateral, replace exterior windows, new lighting system, termite treatment, install emergency generator, replace HVAC system, remodel kitchen, replace exterior doors, new flooring, interior and exterior paint, and upgrade pottery room plumbing.

Educating Residents and Visitors about Monterey Pine Forest.

Install 6 trail-side signs in Veterans Memorial Park.

*Description:

Resident hikers, and visitors attracted to Monterey by its sea life, may not be aware of the disappearing botanical gem of our peninsula, the Monterey Pine forest. To support efforts to preserve its biodiversity against multiple pressures, I propose to start with 6 trail-side signs in Veterans Memorial Park with the following themes:

1. Welcome - The Monterey area is home not just to many varieties of sea life, but many unusual plants

2. The MontereyPine Forest

3 . The Manzanita

4 . Monterey's Flowers

5. Invasive Species

6 . How You Can Help: Learn about natives and plant them (and nursery info); volunteer to weed invasives and plant natives; don't plant a pest; educate your friends

*Need:

The need for this project is driven by a lack of general knowledge about an ecosystem that is disappearing from California. Monterey pine forests are not as famous as redwood forests, or the Lone Cypress of Pebble Beach, but they are so rare they require human protection. The best way to motivate people to protect them is to spread the word on why they are so wondertul.

*Benefits: Benefits include:

- a better experience for Veterans park campers, drawing them to return

- encouragement for locals to get more involved ni supporting our local Monterey ecosystem

An estimate from Monterey Signs shows the sign cost to be $300, and the installation adds - $1300

Add 650ft of split rail wooden fence w/ new flags and hardware along Veterans Dr. from the upper flag pole parking lot to the Basketball court.

This will drastically improve safety, helping delineate the basketball court, turf and playground from the fast moving traffic on Veterans Dr.

This will replace the current aging bollards, flags and hardware along the field. In addition it will help complete the updated aesthetic when the Bocce & Basketball courts are renovated and the upper flagpole parking area is repaved.

This Nomination is being sent by Chris Makowski (Veterans Park Attendant) for multiple concerned families and neighbors that frequent the park often.

Description of Improvement: $4,000,000 toward land purchase DMG-LG

This project is for the purchase of 19 residential lots for sale on the 500 block of Casanova Avenue for100% affordable duplex/townhomes. The land and any future residences will be forever owned by the City of Monterey as protected in the deed. The goal is to provide housing for City workers and for families with children in the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District (MPUSD). (MLS#: ML81940099. Originally APN 013063005.) The land has been subdivided into 2.43+ acres and 19 lots.

This is a rare opportunity to add a couple of blocks of City-controlled housing in an already established neighborhood zoned R1 & 2 which can be designated 100% affordable mixed income housing. We believe that residents will support the purchase so that we can house families and City workers already living or working in our city or who have children in our public school district.

We are asking NCIP to help purchase the land promptly while it's available. If the sale doesn't go through within two years from the date of approval by the City Council, NCIP money shall revert to NCIP. We will apply for state and federal funds for other aspects of the project and seek contributions toward the purchase price from foundations and nonprofits.

There are two wells on the property. With the expansion of Monterey 1 Water there will be more water available in the coming years that will be prioritized for affordable housing, especially 100% affordable projects. Additionally, the City of Monterey has stated that they prioritize their water allocations to100% affordable projects.

Need for Project:

Affordable housing is the top issue in our city. Homelessness is a key challenge. We hope to prevent additional homelessness by this project. MPUSD has 2,000 children identified as homeless in their schools. There are close to 500 homeless women in our area, many of whom are seniors and working women.

City studies show that the number of people in the city doubles daily from workers commuting to work here; many cannot find affordable housing. Commuters, in addition to tourists, put a significant strain on City services such as our police department. These commuters contribute to the carbon footprint.

The city is required to plan for 3654 units of housing to meet the latest Regional Housing Needs Allocation. This plan contributes to that goal.

The only way to build 100% affordable housing in the city is on city owned property with non-profit developers or a public/private partnership. Projects on private property require a mere 20% of all new projects to be affordable. As 100% affordable, our plan makes a significant dent in the need for housing. An example of 100% affordable housing is the Van Buren senior housing built with 18 apartments; since its opening a few years ago there is a wait list of over 1,000 seniors. The City leases the Van Buren land to the nonprofit developer Mid-Pen which oversaw the building of the units and manages the leasing to tenants. The City has designated four other sites of City-owned lots in the surrounding downtown area to add 100% affordable housing all of which will be apartments.

This land, if purchased, has minimal maintenance costs to the City and can reasonably be expected to be an asset inflating in value rather than incurring liability.