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NOW AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW - Proposed Changes to PGMC Title 12, Trees & the Urban Forest

Dec 18, 2023
Review the proposed changes to PGMC Title 12 Trees and the Urban Forest!

UPCOMING COMMUNITY MEETINGS - SUNSET DR/SR 68 IMPROVEMENTS

Dec 15, 2023
�� Save the Date for upcoming community meetings!

Business Needs Survey

May 15, 2023
BUSINESS NEEDS SURVEY

Community Wildfire Protection Plan

May 10, 2023
Join the Fire Department for community workshops to share your input about the plan and your local community!

Rescheduled City Council Meetings

May 04, 2023 - Mayor & City Council
Due to a firewall component failure, City Council meetings were cancelled last night and rescheduled to next Wednesday.

Community Meeting - AB 481 Military Equipment Annual Report

Mar 03, 2023 - Home
Please join us for a discussion on AB 481 at City Hall in the council chambers on Thursday, March 16 at 6 pm.

Financial Transparency Center

Feb 02, 2023
The City's new Financial Transparency Platform is now available! Including check register, updates on projects & more.

Disaster Loans Available from SBA

Jan 20, 2023
Disaster loans available for certain counties affected by severe winter storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides.

Updated ADU Guidance

Nov 29, 2022 - Community Development
2022 ADU Guidance here.

Skatepark Project Community Survey - NOW AVAILABLE!

Nov 18, 2022
The skatepark community survey is available 11/18 - 12/23! Take the survey today and have your voice heard.

11/9 & 11/10 Workshop Series Event with Smart Growth America

Oct 31, 2022 - Public Works
Join us in envisioning improvements to the Sunset Dr., SR68 Corridor!

Submit your interest for a "Makers Space" or "Craftsman Collective"

Oct 28, 2022
The deadline to submit your interest for a "Makers Space" or "Craftsman Collective" has been extended to December 31.

Virtual Housing Element Workshop

Sep 28, 2022 - Community Development
The Housing Division is holding a virtual Housing Element Workshop on October 6, 2022
from 6:00 to 8:00pm.

Community Survey 2022!

Sep 26, 2022 - Mayor & City Council
Inviting all Pacific Grove residents and employees that work in our City to partake in the P.G. Community Survey!

Overnight Closures Monday/Tuesday at Roundabout at Junction of Hwy. 1 and Hwy. 68

Aug 19, 2022 - Public Works
ROUNDABOUT PAVING AT HIGHWAY 68 AND HIGHWAY 1 TO RESULT IN OVERNIGHT CLOSURES NEXT MONDAY/TUESDAY.

Public Safety Agencies Coordinating for Car Week 2022

Aug 10, 2022
View safety information and sign up for traffic alerts. Read the full press release for more information.

Shark Encounter at Lovers Point Beach

Aug 10, 2022 - Police
On August 10, 2022, at approximately 11:30 am a paddleboarder had an encounter with a shark off of Lovers Point Beach.

Housing Element Update Workshop on July 25

Jul 21, 2022 - Community Development
Join us to discuss the housing we have, the housing we need, and housing strategies. Habrá interpretación en español.

Community Outreach Meeting on July 21

Jul 20, 2022 - Community Development
Join us tomorrow, July 21, to learn more about the City's parklet program, provide feedback, and talk with City staff.

Dial 988 to Access 24 hour Emotional Support and Resources

Jul 19, 2022
As of July 16, 2022, 988 is the easy-to-remember number to reach the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

Pet Parade

Jul 14, 2022
Bring your family pet in costume and celebrate our town with us on July 29th at 2pm, Caledonia Park in Pacific Grove.

Wildfire Safety & Preparedness

Jul 12, 2022
Watch the presentation by Monterey Fire Chief, Gaudenz Panholzer, held on July 7, 2022.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration 5/20/22

May 18, 2022
The Point Pinos Coastal Trail project is complete! Come celebrate with us on May 20 at 11am.

Bay Area Health Officers Urge Public to Take Precautions as COVID Levels Rise

May 17, 2022 - COVID-19
The Bay Area now has California’s highest COVID infection rates. Masking indoors is strongly recommended.

City Manager's Quarterly Highlights

Apr 11, 2022
Quarterly Highlights

Monterey County Elections

Mar 23, 2022
Early voting period opens for the City of Pacific Grove special tax measure election.

State of City with Mayor Peake, Recording Now Available

Mar 01, 2022
Click Here to view the State Of The City meeting with Mayor Peake from February 23, 2022.

Call to Action

Feb 03, 2022
PGPD staff are responding to an unusually high number of racoons showing signs of illness. We need your help!

ADA Public Input Survey NOW AVAILABLE!

Jan 10, 2022
Take our ADA Public Input Survey now! Complete the survey by 2/25/22.

Food Scraps Now Go In the Green Cart!

Jan 07, 2022

Starting January 2022, food scraps now go in your curbside green cart! Learn more.


PRESS RELEASE: Elm Tree at Jewell Park

Dec 17, 2021 - Public Works
Please read our press release regarding the Elm tree at Jewell Park.

Join a City Board, Committee or Commission!

Nov 18, 2021 - Home
Come join us to make the City greater and better!

STABBING INVESTIGATION: ARREST UPDATE

Nov 16, 2021 - Police

CDC and FDA Recommend Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for Use in  People 5 Years of Age and Older

Nov 04, 2021 - COVID-19
Pediatric vaccinations offered at community clinics starting on Saturday, 11/6, from 10-4pm in Salinas.

Monterey County in CDC Substantial Transmission Range; Indoor Face Covering Requirement in Effect November 5th

Nov 02, 2021 - COVID-19
Effective this Friday, 11/5, Monterey County will now require face masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.

Monterey County EMS Policy and Protocol Update Public Comment Period

Oct 29, 2021
EMS Agency is releasing a policy and protocol update which is available for public comment.

Recommendations on How to Celebrate Halloween and Dia de los Muertos While Preventing Spread of COVID-19

Oct 28, 2021 - COVID-19

As you plan activities, take the following steps to protect against COVID-19:

10/28 Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Event

Oct 21, 2021
Join us 10/28 for our Drive-Thru Trick or Treat event from 3-5pm at the coastal turnouts!

Second Wave of CalSCOPE Antibody Survey Begins in Monterey County

Oct 21, 2021 - COVID-19
Monterey County residents could soon be receiving an invitation to participate in the second wave of CalScope.

Pacific Grove Housing Partnerships Panel

Oct 08, 2021 - Community Development
We invites you to a live virtual learning session “Getting Creative with Affordable Housing Partnerships”.

City Offices Closed Monday, 10/4

Oct 01, 2021 - Home
Offices will be closed for employee training. Safety Offices (Fire & Police) will remain open.

ADU Workshop - Recording Now Available!

Oct 01, 2021
In case you missed the event, watch the recording here.

National Voter Registration Day

Sep 28, 2021
Happy National Voter Registration Day! Read full news post to see who is eligible to vote and how a person can vote.

Monterey County Health Department recommendations for social distancing including remote meetings of legislative bodies.

Sep 23, 2021 - COVID-19
Click the "Read More" link to view the attached release for more information.

ADU Workshop 9/25, 10am-12pm

Sep 13, 2021 - Community Development
Interested in learning more about ADUs? Join us for an educational community workshop at the PG Community Center.

Memorial Service 9/17 at 10am

Sep 08, 2021
On 9/17, the City is hosting a memorial service at Lovers Point Park at 10AM, honoring the 13 U.S. Service.

Bay Area Health Officers Reaffirm Support for Full In-Person School

Aug 26, 2021 - COVID-19
The State’s K-12 Schools Guidance for the 2021-22 School Year is practical guidance that emphasizes ...

Press Release - FDA Approves Third Dose of Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for Moderate to Severely Immunocompromised Individuals

Aug 18, 2021 - COVID-19
On August 12, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) amended the emergency use authorizations of vaccines.

Changes to the state supported Community COVID-19 testing sites

Jul 23, 2021 - COVID-19
Hours and days are changing for the state supported community COVID-19 testing sites.

Counties of Monterey, Napa, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Recommend Indoor Masking in Public Places as Extra Protection Against Increases in COVID-19

Jul 19, 2021 - COVID-19
COVID-19 cases rising locally and increased reports of the very infectious Delta variant.

Delta Variant Detections Increase

Jul 02, 2021
Monterey County Health Officials urge the public and businesses to continue to follow these core principles.

Seaside Community COVID-19 Testing Site Moving

Jul 01, 2021 - COVID-19

Starting July 7th the site will be located at Greater Victory Temple Church. New hours of operation are Tues-Sat, 9-6pm.

MST Community Meeting June 7th at 5:30pm PST

Jun 02, 2021 - Community Development
Members of the public may ask questions regarding the ongoing comprehensive operational analysis (COA).

Monterey County Moving to Yellow Tier of State's Blueprint for a Safer Economy

Jun 01, 2021 - COVID-19
Effective June 2nd, all activities authorized under the State’s Yellow Tier can resume.

Community Catalog Available Now! Summer/Fall 2021

May 26, 2021 - Home
Get the inside scoop of what's happening in your community! The City of Pacific Grove has published a Community Catalog

Bay Area Health Officers Support California Face Masking Guidance

May 19, 2021 - COVID-19
The Association of Bay Area Health Officials, representing 12 Bay Area Health Officers

California and Monterey County will continue to follow current mask guidelines until June 15th

May 18, 2021 - COVID-19
California and Monterey County will keep existing mask guidance in place until June 15

CDC and FDA Recommend Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for Use in People 12 Years of Age and Older

May 13, 2021 - COVID-19
On May 10th, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expanded the emergency use

Monterey County stays in the Orange Tier

May 11, 2021 - COVID-19
Today, the California Department of Public Health released this week’s Blueprint for a Safer

Building Division Services Survey! Tell us how we're doing!

May 05, 2021 - Community Development
Have you received a Building Permit from the City of Pacific Grove? If so, we want YOUR feedback

Monterey County Residents Required to Follow California Face Covering Guidance

Apr 29, 2021 - COVID-19
On April 28, 2020 the Monterey County Health Officer issued a health officer order requiring

CDC and FDA Clear Janssen Biotech, Inc (Johnson & Johnson) COVID-19 Vaccine for Use

Apr 27, 2021 - COVID-19
On April 23rd, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the US Food and Drug Administration

Monterey County Residents Required to Follow State Guidance on Gatherings

Apr 26, 2021
On June 12, 2020, the Monterey County Health Department issued Social Circles Guidance

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic TOMORROW 4/27

Apr 26, 2021
Monterey Fire personnel will be administering the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine

UPDATE: Monterey County Health Announces plans to move forward with COVID-19 vaccinations

Feb 10, 2021 - COVID-19
Monterey County Health Department announced today more individuals

Monterey County & Cities Eviction Protections by ECHO Housing on 2/17

Feb 10, 2021
ECHO Housing is funded by the County of Monterey to provide Fair Housing

COVID-19 Vaccine Schedule/Eligibility beginning 2/17

Feb 10, 2021 - COVID-19
More Monterey County residents will be eligible to register for a COVID-19 vaccination starting February 17th.

CA Small Business Relief Grant Program Round 2

Feb 03, 2021
The California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program is accepting applications

California Lifts Regional Stay at Home Order; Monterey County returns to purple tier of Blue Print for Safer Economy

Feb 01, 2021
On January 25, 2021, officials with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH)

Monterey County Transitions to Individuals 75 and Older in Phase 1b Tier I for COVID-19 Vaccinations. Vaccine Supplies are Still Very Limited.

Feb 01, 2021
On January 25, 2020, the Monterey County Health Department announced

New Variant of SARS-CoV-2 Detected in Monterey County

Jan 19, 2021
On January 18, The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced that a 452R variant of SARS-CoV-2

Monterey County Food Facility Covid Compliance Form Status

Jan 19, 2021
The Monterey County Environmental Health Bureau announces that information is available

Information for Those Aged 65 and Older Regarding COVID-19 Vaccine

Jan 14, 2021
On January 13,Governor Newsom today announced that the state is prioritizing individuals 65

Media Release: Chief's Video Statement Announcement

Jan 13, 2021 - Police
Jocelyn Francis, Police Administrative Services Manager

COVID-19 Vaccine: Monterey County Informational Town Hall Meeting, 1/14 at 5:30pm

Jan 13, 2021

Regional Stay At Home Order - Still In Effect

Jan 12, 2021
The regional stay at home order from December 13, 2020,

20-21 Inclement Weather Program

Jan 11, 2021
The Monterey County Department of Social Services administers an inclement weather

Monterey County Health Department Continues COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for Health Care Workers

Jan 11, 2021
On January 2, 2021, Monterey County Health Department, in conjunction with partnering agencies

COVID-19 Vaccine Update

Jan 07, 2021
The COVID-19 vaccination campaign officially began in Monterey County on December 18

EXTENDED DEADLINE: California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program

Jan 07, 2021
The State of California, along with Lendistry

Police Chief's Update on Social Media Police Investigation

Dec 28, 2020 - Police
Please read Police Chief Caty Madalone's statement here.

Press Release: Alleged Social Media Post by Police Officer

Nov 29, 2020 - Police
View press release here.

Officer and Chief Statements

Sep 03, 2020 - Police
Click 'read more' to view full statements from the Chief and Officer.

CALEA Accreditation Update

Aug 03, 2020 - Police
PGPD is embarking on the final steps in becoming nationally accredited through CALEA.

Please join us for a discussion on AB 481 at City Hall in the council chambers on Thursday, March 16 at 6 pm.

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