Our Government
For most of us, it’s at the local level that government has the greatest impact on our lives. And it's at the local level that each of us can have the greatest impact on government.
Our City government is formed by a charter, which plays a role similar to that of the United States Constitution — it describes what the government does, and gives it legitimacy.
Like the federal government, the City government has branches. They include the elected City Council, led by the Mayor, which represents the will of the voters; the staff, led by the City Manager, which executes policies set by the City Council; and commissions, boards, and committees, which advise on specific areas such as planning, transportation, or libraries.
And most important of all: residents who get informed and involved, as we hope you will.
Upcoming Events: Our Government
Police Community Advisory Committee Meeting
July 26, 2017 - 6:00pm
Police Community Advisory Committee
Minutes and agenda can be found here as published.
Airport Commission Meeting
July 27, 2017 - 6:00pm
Minutes and agenda can be found here as published.
Planning Commission Meeting
August 2, 2017 - 3:30pm
Minutes and agenda can be found here as published.
News: Our Government
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ): 2017-2022 ON-CALL CONSULTANTS FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
July 21, 2017
R EQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ):
2017-2022 ON-CALL CONSULTANTS FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES The City will be launching many design projects over the next 5 years and is looking for a minimum of five qualified Civil Engineering Consulting Firms. It is estimated that the City will be receiving approximately $50 Million dollars from Local Tax, State Funds, and Grants to design and construct projects. Deadline to submit Statement of Qualifications is 12 noon on Monday August 21, 2017 . Click on the link below to connect to PlanetBids website. Prospective Firms must register on the Planet Bids website to view the RFQ. Only registered consultants will receive updates and addenda.
2017-2022 ON-CALL CONSULTANTS FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES The City will be launching many design projects over the next 5 years and is looking for a minimum of five qualified Civil Engineering Consulting Firms. It is estimated that the City will be receiving approximately $50 Million dollars from Local Tax, State Funds, and Grants to design and construct projects. Deadline to submit Statement of Qualifications is 12 noon on Monday August 21, 2017 . Click on the link below to connect to PlanetBids website. Prospective Firms must register on the Planet Bids website to view the RFQ. Only registered consultants will receive updates and addenda.
Laurel Heights Neighborhood Meeting: Traffic Calming Plan
July 13, 2017
Traffic & Transportation Engineering
There will be a Laurel Heights Neighborhood Meeting regarding Traffic Calming on Tuesday, July 25th at 6:00 PM
at the Hebbron Family Center, 683 Fremont Street
Please see our meeting notice for more information
2017 Fall Community Police Academy
July 12, 2017
The Salinas Police Department invites applications to join the Community Police Academy.
Unarmed Uniformed Security Guard Services RFP
July 5, 2017
The City of Salinas requests proposals from qualified CONTRACTOR(s) to provide the City of Salinas with Unarmed Uniformed Security Guard Services at various City Facilities located in the City of Salinas, who are in full compliance and duly current with state and federal requirements. The agreement(s) will be part of a City-wide Service Agreement with multiple awards. It is also the intent of this RFP to solicit proposals from qualified CONTRACTOR(s) to provide the Monterey-Salinas Transit Center (MST), Salinas City Center (SCC) and other Salinas non-profit organizations with Unarmed Uniformed Security Guard Services. MST, SCC, and other Salinas non-profit organizations at their sole discretion may choose to enter into a similar agreement with the Contractor(s)
Welcome Officer Rodriguez!
June 15, 2017
The Salinas Police Department will swear in a new lateral Police Officer on Monday, June 19th.
Alejandro (Alex) Rodriguez brings with him, 18 years of law enforcement experience. He started his career as a Police Officer with the City of Soledad, where he worked for three years before being hired by the City of Watsonville. Alex has been a Police Officer with the City of Watsonville for the last 15 years. He has had the honor of being selected Officer of the Year twice, and has held a variety of different assignments throughout his career.
Officer Rodriguez has worked as a Field Training Officer, Detective, and School Resource Officer. Additionally,
June 4th is National SAFE DAY!
May 31, 2017
June 4th is National SAFE Day! One in every three households in the United States has a gun stored somewhere inside. The Brooklynn Mae Mohler Foundation is committed to ending senseless child deaths through education of responsible gun ownership, and empowering parents to ask about guns in the places where their children visit. Secure storage is vital to the safety of children and is the responsibility of the gun owner.
Here are some simple rules to follow!
S- Secure all firearms in the home
A- Ask the question about unsecured firearms in the homes your child visits
F- Frequently talk to your children about the dangers
Seeking Grievance Board Volunteers
April 7, 2017
Interested in serving on a City commission, board or committee? Here is an opportunity for you! The City is looking for volunteers who are