City of Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council Regular Meeting
The meeting agenda included a joint proposal for the shared use of the First Murphy House by the Chamber of Commerce and Heritage Society. The Council discussed shoreline capital projects and preparedness efforts for the 2026-27 El Niño event, formally ratifying a local emergency proclamation to support these response efforts. Additionally, the Council reviewed the 2026 Car Week After Action Report to evaluate the impact of traffic and noise mitigation measures. A public hearing was held for the first reading of an ordinance amending the Municipal Code to align with the General Plan Housing Element.
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City Of Carmel-By-The-Sea City Council Special And Regular Meetings
The City Council conducted multiple meetings addressing various administrative and municipal items. Key agenda topics included the authorization of vehicle purchases, the approval of a contract for regional transportation funding, and a request for a refund of design study application fees. Additionally, the Council reviewed a draft drone policy for the Police Department, discussed the City Administrator recruitment process, received a presentation on a streetscape plan, and designated holiday office closures. Other important discussions involved joint usage proposals for the First Murphy House, updates on shoreline and storm preparedness, ratification of a local emergency proclamation due to El Niño, and the review of the 2026 Car Week after-action report. The Council also adopted a compensation and benefits plan for unrepresented employees and held a first reading for an ordinance amendment to comply with State housing law.
Sep 22, 2026·Board meeting agenda
City of Carmel-By-The-Sea Traffic Safety Committee Tour Of Inspection Agenda
The committee scheduled a tour of inspection to review several traffic and safety items. These included requests for additional stop signs and 15 mph speed reduction signs, consideration of painting "X" markings to prevent blocked driveways and gates, a discussion on a draft ordinance to regulate electric vehicles in city parks, and a review of requests for a 10-minute green parking zone and new "No Parking" posts.
Jul 1, 2026·Proposed budget
City of Carmel-by-the-Sea FY2026-2027 Proposed Budget
The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea's recommended budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 is a proposed pre-adoption draft operating and capital budget.
