City of Monterey, California
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Official Bluesky account for the City of Monterey, a historic waterfront community on California's Central Coast. Est. 1770. Find us at monterey.gov, and email us at [email protected].
Happy New Year, from all of us at the City of Monterey.
January 1, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Happy New Year, from all of us at the City of Monterey.
100s of first responders from #Monterey Fire, Police, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, & PG&E, worked around the clock to respond to the storm damage this past week. CERT volunteers also contributed on scene to secure areas where power lines were down. We share our sincere...
December 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM
100s of first responders from #Monterey Fire, Police, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, & PG&E, worked around the clock to respond to the storm damage this past week. CERT volunteers also contributed on scene to secure areas where power lines were down. We share our sincere...
Storm Update, 12/27/25, 10pm.: The MSC will be open on Sun., 12/28, from 8 to 5, and will expand as a community resilience center offering Monterey residents still without power (mostly covering Skyline & Monterey Vista) a place to charge phones, shower, & stay warm. Bring ID.
December 28, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Storm Update, 12/27/25, 10pm.: The MSC will be open on Sun., 12/28, from 8 to 5, and will expand as a community resilience center offering Monterey residents still without power (mostly covering Skyline & Monterey Vista) a place to charge phones, shower, & stay warm. Bring ID.
Storm Update, 12/26/25, 9:15 a.m. from City of Monterey Public Works on minor local flooding and causeway repair. Also, sharing National Weather Service Update: see monterey.gov/stormcenter
December 26, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Storm Update, 12/26/25, 9:15 a.m. from City of Monterey Public Works on minor local flooding and causeway repair. Also, sharing National Weather Service Update: see monterey.gov/stormcenter
Storm Update 4, 12/25/25, 9:15 a.m.: monterey.gov/stormcenter
December 25, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Storm Update 4, 12/25/25, 9:15 a.m.: monterey.gov/stormcenter
Warm holiday wishes to you and your family from all of us at the City of Monterey!
December 25, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Warm holiday wishes to you and your family from all of us at the City of Monterey!
The city will be restricting access to the east side of Wharf 1, Fisherman's Wharf, until we can have a structural engineer assess the structure and necessary repairs due to potential damage from the high winds last night.
December 24, 2025 at 11:33 PM
The city will be restricting access to the east side of Wharf 1, Fisherman's Wharf, until we can have a structural engineer assess the structure and necessary repairs due to potential damage from the high winds last night.
Storm Update, 12/24, 12:30pm: A Community Resilience Center is open until 4pm today, 12/24, at Scholze Park Center, 280 Dickman Ave, in #Monterey. Residents without power can stop by to charge devices and check-in about the latest storm updates.
December 24, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Storm Update, 12/24, 12:30pm: A Community Resilience Center is open until 4pm today, 12/24, at Scholze Park Center, 280 Dickman Ave, in #Monterey. Residents without power can stop by to charge devices and check-in about the latest storm updates.
Storm Damage Update, 12/24/25, 8am.: Significant power outage across the Monterey Peninsula due to the extreme wind last night. Storm damage assessments and storm safety tips are posted at monterey.gov/stormcenter
December 24, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Storm Damage Update, 12/24/25, 8am.: Significant power outage across the Monterey Peninsula due to the extreme wind last night. Storm damage assessments and storm safety tips are posted at monterey.gov/stormcenter
Here's an opportunity for Monterey residents to get more involved in the interesting & dynamic world of local government! The City of Monterey is accepting applications for: TAMC Bike & Ped Committee, NCIP Committee, and Building & Housing Appeals Board. monterey.gov/bcc
December 23, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Here's an opportunity for Monterey residents to get more involved in the interesting & dynamic world of local government! The City of Monterey is accepting applications for: TAMC Bike & Ped Committee, NCIP Committee, and Building & Housing Appeals Board. monterey.gov/bcc
Rain and winds are on the way. Bookmark monterey.gov/stormcenter - latest info and updates for #Monterey and a list of ways to prepare.
December 20, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Rain and winds are on the way. Bookmark monterey.gov/stormcenter - latest info and updates for #Monterey and a list of ways to prepare.
We love celebrating public art! Learn more about the new tile map in the news release. files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
December 16, 2025 at 10:34 PM
We love celebrating public art! Learn more about the new tile map in the news release. files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
Our Parks Leadworker, Balta, fixed a nutcracker soldier the City had in storage, and the animated character will debut this evening (12/5) at the Traditional Tree Lighting event that starts at 5pm on Colton Hall lawn. We hope to see you there!
December 5, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Our Parks Leadworker, Balta, fixed a nutcracker soldier the City had in storage, and the animated character will debut this evening (12/5) at the Traditional Tree Lighting event that starts at 5pm on Colton Hall lawn. We hope to see you there!
Tune-in Wed., Dec 10, at 9:30am to youtube.com/cityofmonterey for Hans' final edition of Monterey Mornings with the Manager before he retires at the end of the month. Get the latest news about city hall & your questions answered on the spot. We hope to see you there!
December 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Tune-in Wed., Dec 10, at 9:30am to youtube.com/cityofmonterey for Hans' final edition of Monterey Mornings with the Manager before he retires at the end of the month. Get the latest news about city hall & your questions answered on the spot. We hope to see you there!
The fall 2025 edition of City Focus is here-31 pages cover to cover, there is something interesting for every reader. Published since 1985, the City Focus is like a long-time friend. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoy preparing it. pub.marq.com/fc8a2c55-d06...
October 28, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The fall 2025 edition of City Focus is here-31 pages cover to cover, there is something interesting for every reader. Published since 1985, the City Focus is like a long-time friend. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoy preparing it. pub.marq.com/fc8a2c55-d06...
#Monterey City Manager Names Mike Pacheco as New City of Monterey Parks & Recreation Director - files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
October 15, 2025 at 9:21 PM
#Monterey City Manager Names Mike Pacheco as New City of Monterey Parks & Recreation Director - files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
News Release from City of Monterey Fire Department: Dramatic Increase in Defensible Space Inspections Strengthens Wildfire Preparedness Across #Monterey, Pacific Grove, and Carmel-by-the-Sea. files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
October 9, 2025 at 3:46 PM
News Release from City of Monterey Fire Department: Dramatic Increase in Defensible Space Inspections Strengthens Wildfire Preparedness Across #Monterey, Pacific Grove, and Carmel-by-the-Sea. files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
Monterey Residents - The City of Monterey is updating the Tree Ordinance - Two Community Town Hall Events (Oct 13 and Oct 27) & Survey (forms.office.com/g/fyxNkuNHZU). Please see the news release for details: files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
October 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Monterey Residents - The City of Monterey is updating the Tree Ordinance - Two Community Town Hall Events (Oct 13 and Oct 27) & Survey (forms.office.com/g/fyxNkuNHZU). Please see the news release for details: files.monterey.gov/News-Release...
Traffic Alert Notice: There will be a full closure of Franklin St. between Adams & Figueroa streets from 6- 11am on Tue, Oct 7, while crews work at the Monterey Sports Center to replace roof ducting. Please choose alternate routes. We appreciate your understanding!
October 6, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Traffic Alert Notice: There will be a full closure of Franklin St. between Adams & Figueroa streets from 6- 11am on Tue, Oct 7, while crews work at the Monterey Sports Center to replace roof ducting. Please choose alternate routes. We appreciate your understanding!
The public is invited to Nanao Day, a cultural celebration of the 30th anniversary of the signing of the sister city agreement between the City of Monterey, California and the City of Nanao, Ishikawa, Japan. Get details: monterey.gov/news…
September 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM
The public is invited to Nanao Day, a cultural celebration of the 30th anniversary of the signing of the sister city agreement between the City of Monterey, California and the City of Nanao, Ishikawa, Japan. Get details: monterey.gov/news…
The City of Monterey's Environmental Regulations Division is introducing a new Adopt A Catch Basin initiative. Choose a nearby catch basin, keep it clear, and help reduce the hundreds of annual beach closures caused by storm drain pollution. Details at:
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September 26, 2025 at 2:25 PM
The City of Monterey's Environmental Regulations Division is introducing a new Adopt A Catch Basin initiative. Choose a nearby catch basin, keep it clear, and help reduce the hundreds of annual beach closures caused by storm drain pollution. Details at:
monterey.gov/news_detail_...
monterey.gov/news_detail_...
The Sustainability Office is offering free recycling bins to Monterey residents. Please email [email protected] or ask for yours at the Planning Office, located at the main level of Colton Hall, 570 Pacific St. in #Monterey. Thanks for helping us keep our environment clean!
September 26, 2025 at 2:18 PM
The Sustainability Office is offering free recycling bins to Monterey residents. Please email [email protected] or ask for yours at the Planning Office, located at the main level of Colton Hall, 570 Pacific St. in #Monterey. Thanks for helping us keep our environment clean!
Power Outage Alert Update 1, 10am, 9/25/25: From PG&E: "PG&E is experiencing an outage impacting 3,442 customers in Monterey & 353 customers in PG. The outage was reported at 9:17 am & crews are en route to ...make repairs...." PG&E is still determining the cause of the outage.
September 25, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Power Outage Alert Update 1, 10am, 9/25/25: From PG&E: "PG&E is experiencing an outage impacting 3,442 customers in Monterey & 353 customers in PG. The outage was reported at 9:17 am & crews are en route to ...make repairs...." PG&E is still determining the cause of the outage.
Power Outage Alert, 9:30 am, 9/25/25: A vehicle hit a power pole on Del Monte Ave this morning about 8am, causing a wide-spread power outage. The PG&E power outage map shows the current impacts. The map will continue to get updated as power is restored. pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outage-tools...
September 25, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Power Outage Alert, 9:30 am, 9/25/25: A vehicle hit a power pole on Del Monte Ave this morning about 8am, causing a wide-spread power outage. The PG&E power outage map shows the current impacts. The map will continue to get updated as power is restored. pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outage-tools...
Reminder: Hawthorne Street in New Monterey is being resurfaced on 9/23 and 9/24. There will be short duration closures to lay down the slurry and allow it to cure. Thanks to the community for your patience while we complete this important infrastructure work! Drive safely!
September 23, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Reminder: Hawthorne Street in New Monterey is being resurfaced on 9/23 and 9/24. There will be short duration closures to lay down the slurry and allow it to cure. Thanks to the community for your patience while we complete this important infrastructure work! Drive safely!