Monterey County announces settlement to defend fracking ban

Monterey County has reached a settlement agreement on May 15 with the plaintiffs who sued to halt the implementation of the initiative known as Measure Z. Pursuant to the terms of the settlement, the County will avoid the potential for millions of dollars in attorney fees and costs, potentially tens of millions of dollars. The pressure of the County’s $36 Million budget deficit next fiscal year, and more in the following fiscal year, contributed to the Board’s decision. The settlement preserves the County’s right to vigorously defend the portion of Judge Wills’ March 1, 2018 Judgment that left Measure Z’s “Fracking Ban” in place. Under the terms of Measure Z, the policy prohibiting land uses in support of well stimulation – known as the “Fracking Ban” -- is effective immediately in the inland area of the County, except for the former Fort Ord area. County staff will modify the County’s 2010 General Plan and Local Coastal Program consistent with the language of Measure Z and Judge Wills’ decision. Staff will also notify the California Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources that Measure Z’s Fracking Ban is effective immediately and that any applications for state permits seeking to conduct “well stimulation treatments” including hydraulic fracturing or acid well stimulation treatments must be referred to the County of Monterey. The settlement agreement does not limit the County’s ability to take other lawful measures to limit the expansion of oil and gas extraction within Monterey County.

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Lake San Antonio Closed Due to Large Scale Fish Die Off; Number of Fish Impacted is Increasing and Reason for Die Off Remains Unknown

July 9, 2024- Out of abundance of caution for public health, County of Monterey Parks is closing the Lake San Antonio facility due to a large-scale fish die off from an unknown cause. On July 5, 2024, Parks staff noticed that dead baitfish, mostly shad, began washing up on the shore around Lake San Antonio and immediately contacted California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to report the situation. At that time, the CDFW fisheries biologist stated the fish die off was most likely due to the high temperatures and low dissolved oxygen level in the water and that the situation most likely did not present a risk to the public. Parks staff also contacted the Water Resources Agency (WRA), State Water Resources Control Board and Environmental Health Bureau. Unfortunately, the fish die off has continued with larger species such as bass, catfish, crappie, carp, and trout being impacted. Attached photos include a 3–4-pound bass. CDFW, WRA and EHB are working together to try to determi

Suspect Vehicle in King City Quadruple Homicide on March 3 Has Been Located

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, on behalf of the King City Police Department is informing the community that the suspect vehicle involved in a quadruple homicide that occurred Sunday, March 3 on the 200 block of North Second Street in King City, has been located and recovered. The vehicle was located in an unincorporated area of South Monterey County. The King City Police Department is receiving assistance from multiple local and federal law enforcement partners in this investigation. Based on the nature of this investigation, no further details regarding the recovery of this vehicle are being released at this time. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office and the King City PD are asking the community for their assistance in reporting any information they may know regarding this incident which tragically left 4 people dead and 7 people injured, two with critical injuries. Information can be provided by contacting the following: King City Detective Sergeant Josh Partida 831-3

Attempted Homicide Shooting Incident in King City on September 29

The King City Police Department received a report of gunshots heard in the area of the 600 block of Sycamore Street at around 1 am on Sunday, September 29. While enroute, the King City PD was advised that 2 victims were transported to Mee Memorial Hospital by private vehicle to be treated for gunshot wounds. Upon arrival, officers were told that a single unknown suspect opened the gate to a fenced yard and fired 10 rounds into a crowd attending a party. 2 individuals were struck by the gunfire, after-which the suspect fled on foot. The suspect was described as wearing a dark colored hoodie and pants. The 2 victims are a 16-year-old juvenile male who was shot 3 times and an 18-year-old male who was shot 1 time. Both victims were transported to Natividad Hospital from Mee Memorial and are currently listed in stable condition. Detectives from the King City Police Department are currently working the investigation with assistance from the Greenfield Police Department Crime Scene Unit

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