Q: What does it mean to you to be a community member on the Monterey Peninsula?

Follow Up: Where are your stomping grounds?

Betsy Moniz

Business Owner | Seaside

A: I suppose it is to take part in community activities whether or not it involves your children''s school, church, civic affairs or voting. To participate in all parts of the peninsula as far as business goes--especially small businesses.

Cash In: Being a small-business owner, they''re right here.

Anthony Enos

Cook | Seaside

A: It''s beautiful here with the ocean and nice weather. I grew up here and it has always been nice.

Represent: Seaside.

Joshua Gonzalez

Musician | Monterey

A: It means over-working for unaffordable housing. If there is anything to say about the community, I would say that.

Drink Up: The downtown Alvarado bar circuit.

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