Matt Tahja

The board discussed a public comment regarding financial capacity fees for a local business and reviewed the process for assessing these fees in coordination with other agencies. The board approved the consent agenda, including the expenditures report and operation report. An ordinance concerning proportional capacity fees for accessory dwelling units was tabled for the next meeting. The board also reviewed and adopted the fiscal year 2026-2027 annual operating and capital budget, and received staff updates on the ongoing sanitary sewer master plan and member agency coordination.

The City Council meeting addressed various community concerns, including the maintenance of driveway aprons and property code violations. The session included a news broadcast regarding upcoming local events and a quarterly update from the Seaside High School principal and student leaders, which highlighted the school's achievements in athletics, dual enrollment programs, and community involvement.

The commission discussed several agenda items, including planning the City Tree and Flower presentation for the Council and preparing for the Avery Gallery history show scheduled for the fall. Updates were provided regarding the status of the Avery Gallery handbook, the mission and responsibilities of the commission, and the organization of the archives, specifically regarding storage needs and documentation. The commission also selected the display for the upcoming months at the Oldemeyer Center and reviewed logistics for local community art events.

The committee held an election for new officers for the 2015-2016 fiscal year, resulting in the appointment of a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson. Staff provided an orientation presentation detailing the committee's purpose and responsibilities. Additionally, the committee reviewed and accepted the 2015-2016 Long Range Calendar with amendments, and discussed ongoing efforts to recruit new committee members.

The meeting focused on selecting the House of the Month and the Business of the First Quarter. Discussions included updates to the neighborhood improvement brochure, beautification issues on Upper Broadway, and the potential for adding garbage receptacles at bus stops. The commission explored potential website updates, planned the May neighborhood clean-up event, and received reminders regarding Form 700 filings. Commissioners also requested information on the Brown Act and arrangements for identification badges.