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13 August 2018
Request for Proposals for Respectful Workplace/Bystander Intervention Training

Request for Proposals for Respectful Workplace/Bystander Intervention Training

The City of Monterey is seeking proposals for Respectful Workplace and Bystander Intervention Training for its supervisory and non-supervisory employees.  Download a copy of the City's Request for Proposals (RFP) and Professional Services Agreement template with the City's required contract terms and insurance requirements.  Proposals may be submitted by email, regular mail or by hand delivery no later than Monday, August 27, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. to:


Allyson Hauck, Human Resources Director
Monterey Human Resources Department
735 Pacific Street, Suite B Monterey, CA 93940
Ph. (831) 646-3766
hauck@monterey.org


Thank you for your interest and we look forward to receiving your proposal.

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10 August 2018
CALL FOR SEALED BIDS - Pacific Sidewalk, Phase 3, due by 2 PM, September 11, 2018

CALL FOR SEALED BIDS - Pacific Sidewalk, Phase 3, due by 2 PM, September 11, 2018

CITY OF MONTEREY PUBLIC NOTICE CALL FOR SEALED BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Monterey invites sealed bids for furnishing the following:  Pacific Sidewalk, Phase 3.  In general, the work consists of replacement of existing D.G. sidewalk with concrete sidewalk, and reconstruction of concrete driveway crossings with ADA-compliant driveway crossings. The work shall include, but not be limited to, demolition and construction of concrete curbs, gutters, sidewalks, sidewalk crossings, driveways, Hot Mix Asphalt paving, paver driveway conforms, signage, and striping.

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09 August 2018
CALL FOR SEALED BIDS - Sanitary Sewer System Rehabilitation Package 3 & 5, and Package 6, due by 2 PM, August 28

CALL FOR SEALED BIDS - Sanitary Sewer System Rehabilitation Package 3 & 5, and Package 6, due by 2 PM, August 28

CITY OF MONTEREY PUBLIC NOTICE CALL FOR SEALED BIDS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Monterey invites sealed bids for furnishing the following:  Sanitary Sewer System Rehabilitation Package 3 & 5: D and F Rated Pipe Rehabilitation Package 6: Manhole Rehabilitation, Phase II Pipe Bursting, Open Cut and Manhole Replacement (33c1750).  In general, the work consists of, but is not limited to, the rehabilitation of sanitary sewer pipe via pipe bursting and open cut, as well as rehabilitation of sanitary sewer manholes, cleanouts and lampholes.

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09 August 2018
08/09/2018: Lai Hired as New Finance Director

08/09/2018: Lai Hired as New Finance Director

City Manager Hans Uslar today announced the hiring of Ms. Lauren Lai as the new City of Monterey Finance Director.  This executive position became vacant after former Finance Director Julie Porter retired in March 2018.  The City’s recruitment attracted many qualified applicants from California and out of state.

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08 August 2018
08/08/2018: MSC Presents, Massage & Wellness - a "HEAL" Cities Program Free Public Lecture, August 25, 2018

08/08/2018: MSC Presents, Massage & Wellness - a "HEAL" Cities Program Free Public Lecture, August 25, 2018

The Monterey Sports Center invites the public to a free lecture, Massage & Wellness, by massage therapist, Paul David Tuff, on Saturday, August 25 at 1:30 p.m. in Studio 1. Learn how to manage pain while enhancing your exercise performance. The event includes free chair massages performed by alumni of the MPC Massage Therapy Program.

Massage and Wellness Flyer

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03 August 2018
Draft Amendment for Community Development Block Grant Citizen Participation Plan Available for Public Comment

Draft Amendment for Community Development Block Grant Citizen Participation Plan Available for Public Comment

Draft Amendment for Community Development Block Grant Citizen Participation Plan Available for Public Comment 

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02 August 2018
08/02/2018: Destructive Device and Firearms Arrests

08/02/2018: Destructive Device and Firearms Arrests

On August 1, 2018 Monterey Police Officers conducted a probation search at a residence in the 1200 block of Eighth Street in Monterey. Upon searching the probationer’s bedroom and part of the residence, officers located ammunition, narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and what appeared to be a destructive device similar to a hand grenade. Upon finding the destructive device, officers evacuated the residence and contacted the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad.

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02 August 2018
Read the latest issue of the City Focus Newsletter - A report from the City of Monterey to its citizens and friends

Read the latest issue of the City Focus Newsletter - A report from the City of Monterey to its citizens and friends

SUMMER 2018 - Also available in PDF

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Construction this Week

Week beginning
AUGUST 13:

Please note: The schedule is subject to change.
  • PG&E gas line installation on Madison Street Traffic control in place through 9/12/18, Mon through Thu, 7 AM to 5:30 PM - Madison St. from intersection of Van Buren St. to Pacific St. On Pacific St. From Madison St to Logan Ln.(Non-City Project)
  • Measure P Citywide ADA Ramps and Streets Reconstruction, Phase 7 - Fisherman's Flat Neighborhood - Work continues on ADA curbs and gutter installation at three intersections: Via Isola at San Vito, at Marsala, and at Trapani. Some detours for pedestrians.
  • Citywide sewer spot repairs - Work taking place 400 block of Pierce Street at Jefferson - see map- (sewer fund and "What a Relief")
  • North Fremont Bike and Pedestrian Access and Safety Improvement Project - Work over next 2 weeks: Casa Verde – SE corner - excavate large diameter traffic signal pole foundation & form for sidewalk/curb & gutter; Casa Verde  – NE corner - Place sidewalk & curb ramp Hannon – Concrete work for sidewalks & cross gutter both sides – continue closure; Casanova  – south side – grading and install storm drain – removing “free right” at this location.
    Impacts of work for week of Aug. 13: N Fremont EB – lane restrictions @ Casa Verde & Airport Rd N Fremont WB – lane restrictions @ Casa Verde Hannon Ave @ N Fremont closed – work on both corners and cross gutter Casanova NB – lane shift.
    Impacts of work for week of Aug. 20: N Fremont EB – lane restrictions @ Casa Verde & Airport Rd N Fremont WB – lane restrictions @ Casanova & Casa Verde Hannon Ave @ N Fremont closed – work on both corners and cross gutter Casanova NB – lane shift - Driveways to businesses are accessible.
    - Motorists will see steel trench plates in the roadway covering active work; plates are pinned in place so that they will not move.
    - Work shift 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – crews will make every effort to be off the road by 3:30 p.m. each day.
    Learn more about this project: monterey.org/NFremontBikePed and sign up for email updates
  • Measure P Citywide Street Resurfacing, Phase 6 - MAP | LIST OF STREETS Final markings completed after Car Week (Aug. 18 - 26) - no detours in effect
  • Measure P Citywide ADA Ramps and Streets Reconstruction, Phase 6 - Cal-Am work will continue on the 100 block. Once that is complete, the final coat of pavement will be done and the NIP-funded crosswalk will be next. Striping still pending on York Road and Perry Lane (Nightwork).
  • MEASURE P Citywide Signalized Intersections ADA Upgrades Phase 1 - Low impact work continues in downtown.
  • 200- 300 block of English Avenue - Work continues to pour concrete curbs and gutters - 3-week schedule through September 3. (NIP)
  • Scholze Community Center parking lot- repaving project will not be accessible during this work - work anticipated through most of August.
  • Colton Hall ADA Improvements - work will impact parking in the Dutra lot - ten spaces currently blocked for construction of ADA parking spaces NEWS RELEASE (Grants, NIP and CIP)
  • Cal Am Monterey Pipeline Project (Non-City Project) - SCHEDULE through August 24 -also see www.watersupplyproject.org/

    Have a question or concern? Call the CalAm project hotline at: (831) 646-3297

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Ongoing and Upcoming Projects

Upcoming

  1. Breakwater Bathroom ADA Upgrades, Phase 2 - Work coming soon on adjacent parking spaces - (NIP)
  2. Solar Panels installed at Monterey Conference Center- fall
  3. Cal-Am Cannery Row waterline project to start after Labor Day - (Non-City Project)

Ongoing

  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Education Center Construction (Non-City Project) Periodic and Brief Delays on Recreation Trail at Hoffman Avenue Weekdays through Fall 2018.
  • Wharf II Pile Replacement & Repair - Critical repairs under wharf. (CIP)
  • Cooper Molera Adobe State Historic Park, Polk and Munras (Non-City Project) Permanent re-opening late-August - watch for details.
  • Van Buren Senior Housing Project - Van Buren Senior Housing is the result of a partnership between the City of Monterey and MidPen Housing to bring much needed affordable senior housing to the city. Construction is expected to be completed in July with phased move-ins starting in late June. Grand opening celebration being planned for fall 2018.

CalTrans may be performing other work locally. Look up CalTrans construction.