Councilmember· month-level end: July 2026 per July 7 2026 council minutes (Resolution SC 26-49 declared the seat vacant)
Jerry Blackwelder
Sand City
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Top issues during term (10)
Monterey Bay Shores Resort Development Agreement
The city gains new fees, a patrol vehicle contribution, construction sales tax share, and ongoing service funding through a new Community Facilities District.
Zero-Emission Beach Patrol UTV
About $25,500 of city money after the grant, with staff authorized up to $42,000.
FY 2026-2027 City Budget
The budget sets city spending and the capital program for the year beginning July 1, 2026.
November 3, 2026 Municipal Election
Election administration costs are borne through the county contract.
Police Records System Coverage Partnership
About $2,500 per batch of transactions — the city averaged fewer than 20 transactions a year, so costs should stay modest.
housing development
More apartments could ease rent pressure and bring permit or fee revenue, but the city will also face costs for streets, utilities, and services.
police misconduct
Taxpayers could end up covering investigation costs, legal defense, or settlements—and trust in the department takes a hit.
transit infrastructure permitting
There’s no dollar figure in the notice, but the permit clears a public transit project that could shift construction costs, bus operations, and Highway 1 congestion.
property ownership dispute
Taxpayers and the city could face higher costs or lost development revenue if the debts and delays keep growing.
council resignation
If the city opts for a special election instead of an appointment, taxpayers could pay for it—though appointing someone would likely be cheaper.
Decisions during term (10)
Recorded while Blackwelder was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Calendar (Items 5A-5E, 5G)
CLETS Supplemental Coverage MOU (Item 6A)
Monterey Bay Shores Resort Development Agreement — First Reading (Item 8A)
FY 2026-27 Appropriations Limit (Item 8B)
Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Report (Item 8C)
FY 2026-2027 Budget Adoption (Item 9A)
MBARD Zero-Emission UTV Grant and Purchase (Item 9B)
Approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes for March 3, 2026
Approve a Resolution Calling for the Holding of a November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election, Requesting the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors to Consolidate the General Municipal Election, and Requesting the County of Monterey…
Approve a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Service Agreement with Monterey Bay Technologies, Inc. for Information Technology Services
Voting record (2)
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