City of Monterey Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment, Adaptation Plan, and Economic Analysis

Description

The City of Monterey (“City”) is seeking proposals from qualified firms or individuals to carry out the City of Monterey Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment, Adaptation Plan, and Economic Analysis Project (Project). In 2025, the City was awarded a Coastal Commission LCP Local Assistance Grant to carry out this Project. The City is a charter city located in the County of Monterey. The City’s coastal zone is situated along the scenic California coastline and is renowned for its rich marine biodiversity, unique beaches, and stunning ocean views. This area is home to a variety of coastal ecosystems and special marine habitats. Additionally, this coastal area is a hub for marine research, conservation initiatives, and recreational activities, attracting visitors from all over the world. Visitors from inland areas of California also utilize the City's coastal zone for recreation and as an escape from extreme heat waves in inland regions of the state. However, the City’s coastal zone faces increasing threats from sea level rise and coastal hazards due to climate change. These challenges have the potential to negatively impact the City's coastal resources, habitats, public access, recreational spaces, and coastal assets, which are essential for the local economy, as well as for the local communities and visitors.The City of Monterey (City) is currently in the final stages of preparing its Local Coastal Program (LCP) for certification. By the early 2000’s, Coastal Land Use Plans (LUPs) were certified by the Coastal Commission for four coastal planning areas – Cannery Row, Monterey Harbor (i.e. wharfs), Del Monte Beach, and Skyline. The LUP for the fifth coastal planning area - Laguna Grande – remains uncertified and an Implementation Plan (IP) for the LUPs was never prepared. The City is currently preparing an updated comprehensive LCP (LUP and IP), and anticipates completion of the document for Coastal Commission revie