July 31, 2026

Celebrating 39 Years of Community Service

CRA/CHS Community Rummage/Resale Event

Saturday August 1st - 8am to 4pm 

Proceeds will benefit Carmel High School arts, activities, clubs and student enrichment. 
Sale details are HERE (including highlights of prior Rummage Sales)


Check out these CRA Webpages for the latest

2026 Village Election Watch, updated with changes in those running, press and any local ballot items

  • Jeff Baron - no longer running for City Council, has withdrawn. 
  • Hans Buder - running for Mayor (is currently serving on City Council with 2 years remaining in his term)  www.hansbuderforcarmel.com
  • Alissandra Dramov - (incumbent) running for City Council new 4 year term www.renewcarmel.com
  • Stefan Karapetkov - running for City Council (current Planning Commissioner) www.karapetkovforcarmel.com
  • Bobby Richards - running for City Council (former 8 year City Council Member) www.bobbyrichardscarmel.com 

 Carmel Tourism


 

 City Council Coming Up!

Aug 3rd 3PM - key items below  (full agenda HERE

7) May 2026 Evacuation Drill – After Action Staff Report  HERE, Detailed Report HERE

8) Request to Waive Building Permit Fees for PacRep. Staff Report HERE

9) Settlement Agreement with Verizon (each party absorbing costs) Staff Report HERE

10) Mills Act – Notices of Nonrenewal  Staff Report HERE

Aug 4th 4:30 - Tuesday key Items (full agenda HERE)

1)  Approval of Fee Schedule (includes possible parking fee increase)   Staff Report HERE   

2) Direction on Financial Stewardship Workgroup ad hoc.  Staff Report HERE  

3) Construction Contract for the 10th and 12th Avenue Beach Stairs. Staff Report HERE

4) ADU Policy Directions.  Staff Report HERE. California Coastal Commission guidance on LCP Amendments HERE. Report on ADU Approvals 2017 to Present HERE

5) Directions on Potential Urgency Ordinance on Home Hardening and Wildfire Safety Regulations Citywide.  Staff Report HERE


  Serving our Community

Advanced Parking Enforcement has Arrived!

You'll notice our Community Service Officers are moving to little or no tire chalking during parking enforcement. Our carts have license plate technology that uses GPS and photos to memorialize parking times.
This change makes the job safer for our CSOs by reducing the amount of time they spend in the roadway—and that's safer for everyone.
The goal has never been to issue citations. Parking enforcement helps keep spaces turning over, improves parking availability, and reduces the amount of time drivers spend circling our Village looking for a place to park.
Thank you for doing your part by observing posted parking time limits.
Stop by CPD Tuesday - August 4th 3-6PM

Ready, Set...Here it Comes.  
Everything Car Week throughout the Peninsula can be found HERE
Below are only the Carmel-by-the-Sea Events!


Saturday September 12th -
CRA's Annual Feast in the Forest
 
Held annually at Pebble Beach Indian Village 4:00-7:00.
Details coming together now HERE  (including highlights from prior years)

Registration is open now HERE 

Same Place, Same Time and Same Price $50/per person.
Same locally renowned Chef Tim Wood of Woody's Restaurants! (menu to come)
Great friends, Great festivities and Great array of Silent Auction Items too

Might you have an auction item to offer?
If you (a business or member) can contribute an enticing auction item, gift certificates, or the like – please email [email protected] with our thanks! CRA funds what we do and offer through your membership dues and this auction once a year.  Here is the form to complete with your donation. Thank you!

Auction items we are seeking include: Travel experiences - hotel  or resort nights, spas, activities, tours and events.  Entertainment experiences - sports, concerts, theater. Learning experiences - cooking, fitness, art.  Memorabilia items - signed by a celebrity. Art or crafts - especially by our local or well known artists. Luxury items - jewelry, watches, accessories. Donated services - home care, gardening, photography.  And we always graciously welcome certificates to local restaurants, wineries and shops


 

For more Village activities & enjoyment...

And check out Village performances here!

  • Sunset Center - Event Calendar HERE 
  • Monterey Symphony - Event/Programs Calendar HERE
  • Cherry Center Theater - Event Calendar HERE 
  • Pac Rep Theaters - Event Calendar HERE 

Save these Fall Dates - for CRA Events - Fall 2026

Saturday September 12th - CRA's Annual Feast in the Forest - held annually at Pebble Beach Indian Village 4:00-7:00. Details are available here HERE 

Tuesday September 15th - CRA Host's - Carmel City Council Candidates Forum at Carmel Woman's Club 5:30-7:30, held every 2 years!  Once again, Paul Miller owner and editor of the Carmel Pine Cone will moderate our session.  Your questions are welcome anytime by email HERE.  Details HERE

Thursday December 3rd - CRA Host's the Annual Gala - Once again, as requested, will be held at Anton & Michel's. Prior Year's Gala details can be found HERE.

We provide the latest current information and resources on our CRA Website for our Members and our Residents, in our Village and beyond!  This includes our calendar, documents, publications, current info on Hot Topics, links to other Village sources and organizations and so much more. Your suggestions are always welcome!   

Past email "News You Can Use" and the printed CRA Voice Newsletters can be found on our Archives page HERE.   


Carmel Residents Association
PO Box 13, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921   501(c)(4) Non-Profit
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