Title
Consider a preliminary analysis report in response to Board Referral Number 2026.19 (Alejo) seeking to expand eligibility to voluntarily serve on County of Monterey commissions, boards or committees to individuals who are employed within the County of Monterey, even if they reside outside of the County.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Receive a preliminary analysis report in response to Board Referral Number 2026.19 (Alejo); and
b. Direct that staff:
i. Proceed with completion of referral as outlined in the preliminary report; or
ii. Proceed with completion of referral with modification by the Board of Supervisors; or
iii. Rescind referral; and
c. Provide further direction, as appropriate.
PRELIMINARY ANALYSIS:
On September 1, 2026, Supervisor Alejo submitted Referral 2026.19. (Attachment A). The referral requests that the Board of Supervisors expand eligibility to voluntarily serve on County of Monterey commissions, boards or committees to individuals who are employed within the County of Monterey, even if they reside outside of the County.
Dependent on Board direction, the next step would be for County Counsel to draft such a policy and bring it before this Board for approval. However, County Counsel is currently working on draft Board policies concerning appointments to County boards, commissions and committees. County Counsel would seek permission to incorporate direction on this referral into the larger policy governing appointments as a whole rather than have a separate policy related to this issue.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
____ Well-Being and Quality of Life
____ Sustainable Infrastructure for the Present and Future
____ Safe and Resilient Communities
____ Diverse and Thriving Economy
____ Dynamic Organization and Employer of Choice
If does not fall under any of the above Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan Goals (Other):
X Administrative
Link to the Strategic Plan: <https://www.countyofmonterey.gov/home/showdocument?id=139569>
Prepared and Approved by: Susan K. Blitch, County Counsel, x5045
Attachment: A. Board Referral No. # 2026.19 (Alejo)