Public Perception

Monterey City Council meets to discuss the results of a poll gauging the public’s interest in a tax measure to help close its $10 million budget deficit. Public comment is accepted.

4pm Tuesday, Jan. 20. Colton Hall, 580 Pacific St., Monterey. Free. (831) 646-3799, monterey.gov.

Working It

Monterey County Works hosts a job fair to connect local employers with job seekers. Attendees are encouraged to bring their résumés and dress to impress.

1-4pm Wednesday, Jan. 21. Career Center, 344 Salinas St., Suites 205-206, Salinas. Free. (831) 796-3335. Register at montereycountyworks.com.

School Day

South Monterey County Joint Union High School District Board of Trustees meets to discuss district business. Public comment is accepted.

5pm Wednesday, Jan. 21. Greenfield High School Library, 225 S. El Camino Real, Greenfield. Free. (831) 385-0606, smcjuhsd.org.

In Class

North Monterey County Unified School District Board of Trustees meets and accepts public comment.

6pm Thursday, Jan. 22. North Monterey County High School media center, 13990 Castroville Blvd., Castroville. Free. (831) 633-3343, nmcusd.org.

Spirited Discussion

Marina Planning Commission meets to discuss city development projects. The agenda includes considering allowing a convenience store at 320 Reservation Road to sell alcohol.

6:30pm Thursday, Jan. 22. Marina City Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Ave., Marina. Free. (831) 884-1278, cityofmarina.org.

Building a Budget

The City of Salinas seeks public input on residents’ budget priorities. Share your feedback on what the city should focus on for 2026-2027.

Survey ongoing at bit.ly/SalinasBudget2026. Free. yesenia.nunez@salinas.gov.

Deep Dive

Monterey residents 16 years and older are invited to participate in the First City Academy. The program allows residents to learn about city programs and how the government operates.

Academy runs Thursdays 6-8pm from March 4-May 14. Free. Apply at monterey.gov/firstcityacademy. (831) 646-3760, suggest@monterey.gov.

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