Vice Mayor· 2023-04-18 to 2028-12-01 (start 2023-04-18: appointed by council vote April 18 2023 per council minutes, continuous service; month-level end: December 2028 per sandcity.org city council page, which prints Term End December 31, 2028)
Marilee Diaz
Sand City
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Top issues during term (19)
El Niño Local Emergency Declaration
An emergency declaration can open the door to state reimbursement for storm-related response costs.
Code of Conduct for Council and Committees
Taxpayers and developers could see shifts in permitting costs, staff workload, and how city money is spent on growth-related services.
Multi-Use Trail Site Control Agreement with TAMC
Rent of about $10,186 per month would eventually apply to trailside parking areas, though the city could charge for parking to offset it.
Stormwater Control Measures Maintenance
Up to $492,580 in city funds for ongoing stormwater system maintenance.
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.
Emergency Operations Plan Update
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.
General Plan Update Engagement
City Council Vacancy and November Election
The appointment itself likely costs little, but Scudder will now help decide how city money gets spent.
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.
Opportunity Zones 2.0 Census Tract Nomination
No immediate cost to the general fund; the designation could attract private investment.
Monterey Bay Shores Resort Development Agreement
No net cost to the city — the developer reimburses review costs, and the city gains fees and a new CFD funding stream.
housing policy recognition
The label could help Sand City qualify for state housing grants and incentives, potentially stretching local dollars further—but it won’t directly pay for new homes on its own.
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 (20)
Recorded while Diaz was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Calendar (Items 5A-5J)
Leave Council Seat Vacant Until November Election
Resolution SC 26-49 — Declaring a Council Vacancy
Resolution SC 26-50 — Selecting Marilee Diaz as Vice Mayor
Resolution SC 26-51 — Adopting Emergency Operations Plan Revision 2.0
Approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes for April 21, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes for May 19, 2026, and the Special and Regular Meeting Minutes for June 2, 2026
Approve a Resolution Ratifying Appointments to Various Local and Regional Agencies and Boards Effective July 7, 2026
Approve a Resolution Recognizing the Enduring Legacy of Mel Mason, LCSW, Clinical Director, on the Occasion of a Special Dedication Ceremony Celebrating his Extraordinary Leadership and Service
Approve a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit a Census Tract Nomination to the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz) for the Opportunity Zones 2.0 Program
Approve a Resolution Certifying Compliance with State Law with Respect to the Levying of General and Special Taxes, Assessments, and Property-Related Fees and Charges
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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