Monterey County approves $100,000 discretionary contribution for proposed Alisal arch after heated public debate After hours of public comment and board discussion, the Monterey County Board of Supervisors approved a $100,000 discretionary contribution tied to a Community Foundation invoice to support a proposed arch project in East Salinas. Critics called the expenditure a poor fiscal priority and urged investment in infrastructure and services; supporters said the feature came from community planning and would promote neighborhood vibrancy.

Monterey County's Board of Supervisors has ignited a fiery debate after approving a $100,000 contribution for a proposed arch in East Salinas, with critics calling it a "vanity project" amid pressing community needs.

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Caltrans Discusses Bridge Rail Options and Speed Limit Changes on Highway 1 Caltrans presents potential bridge rail designs and announces speed limit reductions along Highway 1.

The Big Sur community mourns the loss of a cherished mentor, Steve, while embracing new initiatives that promise to shape their future.

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Monterey Supervisors Support Alisal Arch Project to Beautify East Salinas Board of Supervisors express commitment to fund iconic Alisal Arch in East Salinas.

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors is backing the iconic Alisal Arch project, aiming to celebrate the rich history and resilience of East Salinas!

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Monterey County Board Highlights Community Events and Labor Appreciation Supervisors commend local volunteers and outline upcoming community meetings and events.

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors recently celebrated local heroes and community initiatives, emphasizing their unwavering commitment to engaging with residents and fostering unity.

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Supervisor Daniels Honored for Contributions at Coastal Commission Meeting Supervisor Daniels receives praise for engaging with Coastal Commission and addressing community concerns.

Join us at the upcoming town hall in Shuler to voice your concerns about Measure K and engage directly with county officials who are committed to transparency and community collaboration!

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Oak Hills Community Voices Opposition to CSA 45 Engineering Study Funding Residents oppose $65K engineering study for CSA 45, citing lack of homeowner consent.

Residents of Oak Hills are pushing back against a $65,000 engineering study, demanding transparency and better allocation of funds to meet their community's real needs.

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Monterey Park District begins $38M floodplain restoration on former golf course Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District breaks ground on floodplain restoration project expected by 2027.

Big Sur is set to transform with a groundbreaking $38 million floodplain restoration project, while community voices shape innovative housing solutions and critical safety measures.

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Senators Laird and Panetta advocate for Central Coast priorities in Big Sur meeting Laird and Panetta highlight budget successes and Central Coast Caucus initiatives during Big Sur meeting.

Central Coast leaders are uniting to tackle critical issues like wildfire safety and affordable housing—find out what’s at stake!

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Coastal Commission maintains heavy industrial zoning in Moss Landing Business Park Commissioners address community concerns over lack of planning and industrial zoning decisions.

The battle over the future of Moss Landing Business Park intensifies as community voices clash with heavy industrial zoning, leaving residents anxious for a sustainable solution.

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Moss Landing community plan update progresses with environmental report preparations Draft plan update for Moss Landing includes environmental impact report and community feedback considerations.

The Moss Landing Community Plan is evolving with new community feedback and an environmental impact report—how will these changes shape the future of this unique area?

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Salinas honors Aztec Legacy Car Club for five years of community service Monterey County celebrates Aztec Legacy Car Club for community work and scholarships.

Monterey County celebrates the Aztec Legacy Car Club for five years of transforming lowrider culture and empowering local youth through scholarships!

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Monterey County assesses $1.8B valuation and celebrates Juneteenth in Seaside Monterey County achieves $1.8B in valuation and celebrates Juneteenth with community event.

Monterey County just celebrated a $1.8 billion boost in property valuation while honoring community spirit at a vibrant Juneteenth event!

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Community advocate urges supervisors to prioritize environmental and social issues alongside LGBTQ support Advocate calls for resolutions on Gaza genocide, environmental protection, and tree preservation.

Community members in Monterey County demand urgent action on LGBTQ+ rights, environmental protection, and public health, highlighting the need for a holistic approach to community well-being.

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Monterey County discusses Pajaro community plan and affordable housing strategies Officials prioritize the Pajaro community plan and affordable housing amid staffing challenges

Monterey County is tackling the urgent need for affordable housing, but can the Pajaro community plan find its way out of the queue?

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Montage Health bids farewell to Dr. Packard and welcomes Dr. McDermott as CEO Montage Health's annual conference features Dr. Packard's retirement and Dr. McDermott's introduction.

A new chapter begins in Monterey County as Dr. Michael McDermott steps in as CEO of Montage Health, promising exciting changes and community initiatives ahead!

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Monterey County Commissioners host virtual meeting with public participation guidelines Commissioners review remote participation instructions and translation services at Monterey County meeting.

Monterey County is taking community engagement to the next level by ensuring everyone can participate in local governance, whether in person or online!

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Regulators call for pause on technology amid rising fire safety and air quality concerns Regulators call for pause on technology advancement amid rising air quality and safety concerns.

Monterey County officials are hitting the brakes on fire management technology, raising urgent questions about air quality and community safety in the wake of recent wildfires.

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Moss Landing community demands answers after battery facility fire raises health and safety concerns Community demands accountability and transparency following Moss Landing battery facility fire and health concerns.

The Moss Landing community is demanding answers and accountability after a fire at the energy storage facility raised serious health and safety concerns.

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Monterey County officials demand answers on battery fire cleanup and community safety concerns Experts confirm no technology exists to extinguish battery fires, raising community safety concerns.

Monterey County officials are alarmed as a recent battery fire exposes the dangerous truth: no effective technology exists to put these fires out, leaving communities at risk.

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