Monterey City Council Special Meeting // April 29, 2026

Monterey City Council · April 30, 2026

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Meeting opening and remote participation

Presentation

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Clerk confirms the special council meeting is being held 04/29/2026 and that Council Member Smith is participating remotely from Gilroy in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act; the agenda and public comment procedures are announced for in‑person and remote attendees.

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City staff presented a study primer for the FY 2026–27 budget, describing an $11.6 million structural deficit and proposing an emergency package that includes freezing 30 vacant positions, O&M cuts and a one‑time use of NCIP funds; council and public raised concerns about public safety staffing and cuts to community programs.

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