FIRE FALLOUT
Presenters from EMBER (Estuary Monitoring of Battery Emissions and Residues) share research on the aftermath from the 2025 Vistra battery energy storage facility fire in Moss Landing. The event includes a question-and-answer session.
9am-4pm Friday, Aug. 7. Virtual via Zoom at bit.ly/EMBERAug7. Free.
BALLOT BOX
The end of the candidate filing period for the November election is approaching.
Filing period closes Aug. 7 (extended to Aug. 12 if incumbent does not file to run for re-election). Free. (831) 796-1499, countyofmonterey.gov/elections.
ON THE RANCH
Big Sur Land Trust wants to hear from the public on Marks Ranch and Ferrini Ranch, located along the Highway 68 corridor. The trust acquired Marks Ranch in 2007 and is fundraising to purchase Ferrini Ranch for conservation.
Survey open through Friday, Aug. 7. Free. bit.ly/MarksFerriniSurvey.
LIVE EVENTS
Monterey County Planning Commission meets to consider allowing the Monterey County Sheriff’s Posse to hold concerts and other events. Public comment is accepted on this and other items on the agenda.
9am Wednesday, Aug. 12. Board of Supervisors’ Chambers, 168 West Alisal St., Salinas. Free. (831) 755-5025, countyofmonterey.gov.
DWELL ON IT
Del Rey Oaks Planning Commission meets to discuss updates to the city’s ordinance on accessory dwelling units. Public comment is accepted.
6pm Wednesday, Aug. 12. City Council Chambers, 650 Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Del Rey Oaks. Free. (831) 394-8511, delreyoaks.org.
DANGERS OF DRUGS
Sun Street Centers presents the Overdose & Drug Awareness Symposium. The event provides information about drug trends, the risks associated with substance use and available resources.
6-8pm Thursday, Aug. 13. Oldemeyer Center, 986 Hilby Ave., Seaside. Free. Register at bit.ly/SunStreetSymposium. (831) 753-5150.
REDUCE THE RISK
Pajaro Regional Flood Management Agency is developing a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to outline ways to reduce disasters along the Pajaro River. A draft report is available for public review.
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