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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Monterey County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Water Resource Agency closed session item
The Monterey County Water Resource Agency board convened with one item handled in closed session. Details of the item weren't announced publicly at the start of the meeting.
Composting Toilets and Rural Housing Regulations
Exploring whether Monterey County should loosen restrictions on waterless and composting toilets to help make rural housing and ADUs easier to build. Environmental health noted that current rules require standard septic or sewer infrastructure for gray water, but agreed to look at what other counties like Yolo are doing.
AT&T Landline Discontinuation Proposals
Public commenters urged the county to oppose AT&T's efforts to eliminate copper landline telephone service, citing critical safety needs during power outages and natural disasters.