10/21/2025 - 10:00 AM

MISSION: We seek to provide timely, informative updates on regional topics relevant to our members.

Recap:

CITY OF MONTEREY

The Monterey City Council meets tonight (October 21, 2025) to continue discussions of how to eliminate a projected $10 million city budget deficit for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. See the meeting agenda here: Monterey City Council - Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
The leading proposals to eliminate the deficit are various kinds of tax extensions and tax increases and diverting unused funding from the Neighborhood Community Improvement Program (NCIP). Neither layoffs of city staff nor use of reserves are included in the proposals.
The Neighborhood Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Committee discussed proposals in a joint meeting with the city council on Monday, October 13. About $18 million is in the NCIP fund and $6 million of that is reserved for projects not yet started. See that joint meeting agenda here: Special Joint Meeting of City Council and NCIP Committee - Monday, October 13, 2025.
The City of Monterey has announced Mike Pacheco as the new City of Monterey Parks & Recreation Director. The City of Monterey Parks & Recreation Department budget is nearly $19 million with a total of about 47 full-time and 350 part-time seasonal positions across five divisions. Former Parks & Recreation Director, Karen Larson, retired in July 2025. Mr. Pacheco’s first day will be November 3, 2025. He will offer community meet and greet opportunities in the coming months. See the press release at City Manager Names Mike Pacheco as New City of Monterey Parks & Recreation Director - October 15, 2025.

HEALTHCARE

Montage offers advice and vaccines for the major respiratory viruses typically present during the rainy winter season: flu, COVID, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and pneumococcal. Note that for some people, getting these viruses can be a serious, life-threatening matter. See more information at What You Should Know This Respiratory Virus Season.

MONTEREY REGIONAL AIRPORT

There will be a Monterey Regional Airport Open House on October 22. For more information and to RSVP, see here: MRY Metamorphosis Open House.
Monterey Regional Airport urges residents to look at data concerning annual trends in commercial flights to and from the airport. See table below (Data Source: Federal Aviation Administration).

Next teleconference will be held Tuesday, 11/4/2025 at 10:00 AM.

If you are interested in participating on the teleconference or being added to the list, please contact monica@montereychamber.com. Your feedback is welcome.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Easy Cybersecurity for Tax Pros: The IRS Compliance Playbook presented by Saber Tech Group & Leavitt Central Coast

Wednesday, October 22| 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

MPCC Offices or on Zoom

FREE

Join us for Easy Cybersecurity for Tax Pros: The IRS Compliance Playbook, an eye-opening, high-value workshop designed specifically for tax pros, accountants, and small firm owners who want to secure their client data, meet all IRS and FTC cybersecurity standards, and finally understand how cyber insurance actually works. Take action now and be ready before tax season!

MIXER: Chartwell School

Thursday, October 23| 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

2511 Numa Watson Road, Seaside

Please join us for the Chartwell School Mixer! Meet the team, enjoy refreshments, live music, and raffle drawing giveaway.

QUARTERLY BUSINESS INSIGHTS BREAKFAST: "California Leads the Nation in Women-Owned Businesses: Insights, Impacts, and Opportunities in Monterey County"

Friday, October 24| 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Ferrante's at Monterey Marriott, Monterey

Taking place during National Women in Business Week, this special program will spotlight California’s leadership in women-owned businesses and explore the impact and opportunities right here in Monterey County.

RIBBON CUTTING: Collins Electrical Company, Inc.

Tuesday, October 28| 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

385 Reservation Road, Marina

Bring a friend or co-worker for a great chance to connect as Collins Electrical Company, Inc. opens their doors to the community. Enjoy snacks, refreshments, giveaways and good company!

Celebrate National Women in Business Week as we present a special program spotlighting California’s leadership in women-owned businesses and exploring the impact and opportunities right here in Monterey County.

Join us for meaningful insights, inspiration, and connection as we champion women entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our local economy. We encourage you to invite your staff, clients, and personal network to be part of this empowering morning presentation.

Reserve Your Seat Today!