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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Monterey public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Sollecito Field sports lights cost increase
The Musco Sports Lighting contract for Sollecito Field lights was set to rise by about $47,200. The council was scheduled to decide whether to accept the higher cost.
798 Del Monte Avenue lease negotiation
Behind closed doors, the council was scheduled to discuss a lease amendment at 798 Del Monte Avenue with Anthony Giammanco of El Estero Boating. The negotiating points were price and terms of payment.
Marriott hotel exterior and event deck
The Marriott gets a 723-square-foot outdoor event deck on its 10th floor and a repaint, with the hotel picking between two earthy color palettes. Commissioners also flagged the always-open, trash-filled Franklin Street garage door for code enforcement follow-up.
Sign lighting standards (lumens and Kelvin)
A debate over the Isabella sign's brightness exposed confusion about dimmers, lumens and color temperature, with the applicant admitting his proposal exceeded the city's lumen guideline. Commissioners asked staff to clarify these standards in future reports and possibly update the sign guidelines.