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a. Consider adopting a resolution calling for an election for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of Monterey County a countywide measure to increase the existing Transient Occupancy Tax of 10.5% in the unincorporated area by 2% (4/5 vote required); and
b. Consider adopting a resolution to:
1. Amend the County of Monterey Administrative Office Fiscal Year 2026-27 Adopted Budget (1001-105006-62305) to increase appropriations by $75,000 financed by a reduction in 1001-105011-76105 (Contingencies) to support educational outreach and public engagement (4/5ths vote required); and
2. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller and County Administrative Office to incorporate the changes in the FY 2026-27 County Administrative Office Adopted Budget. (4/5ths vote required).
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Consider adopting a resolution calling for an election for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of Monterey County a countywide measure to increase the existing Transient Occupancy Tax of 10.5% in the unincorporated area by 2% (4/5 vote required); and
b. Consider adopting a resolution to:
1. Amend the County of Monterey Administrative Office Fiscal Year 2026-27 Adopted Budget (1001-105006-62305) to increase appropriations by $75,000 financed by a reduction in 1001-105011-76105 (Contingencies) to support educational outreach and public engagement (4/5ths vote required); and
2. Authorize and direct the Auditor-Controller and County Administrative Office to incorporate the changes in the FY 2026-27 County Administrative Office Adopted Budget. (4/5ths vote required).
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
On December 9, 2025, the Board of Supervisors (Board) received the Budget End of Year report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 and a forecasted projection indicating that General Fund costs were growing faster than the revenue streams that support the costs. On December 9, the Board directed staff to explore potenti...
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