Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments
Total Expenses
$32,173
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$0
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2General Fund Contribution
$32,173
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District Sales Tax Contribution
$0
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0
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Funded Staffing
0.00
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6Overview
Mission Statement
The Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments (AMBAG) provides strategic leadership and services to analyze, plan and implement regional policies for the benefit of the Counties and Cities of Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz, balancing local control with regional collaboration.Department Overview
AMBAG is a joint powers authority organized for the purpose of regional collaboration and problem-solving and is governed by a 24-member Board of Directors comprised of elected officials from each city and county in the region. AMBAG performs metropolitan level transportation planning on behalf of the region, manages the region’s transportation demand model and prepares regional housing, population and employment forecasts that are utilized in a variety of regional plans.This departmental budget provides for the County’s share of AMBAG costs.
Budget Summary
Department Budget Overview
Overall Budget Summary
The Proposed Budget recommends status quo funding for the County’s share of AMBAG costs. Appropriations total $32,173, funded entirely by a General Fund contribution. Should the County’s contribution change following approval of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 budget by the AMBAG Board of Directors, the change will be included in the June 10, 2025, last day or concluding budget actions.Emerging Issues
Emerging Issues
Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) Implementation Challenges: AMBAG is supporting member jurisdictions in implementing the Sixth Cycle RHNA (2023–2031), which poses challenges due to ambitious housing targets, limited local capacity, and evolving state housing laws. Increased demand for technical assistance, data analysis, and coordination across jurisdictions may stretch AMBAG’s staffing and resources. These challenges are expected to continue through FY 2025–26 and beyond, especially as jurisdictions approach zoning deadlines and face heightened state oversight.
Anticipated Changes in Housing and Climate Legislation: Proposed updates to state housing and climate laws, including potential revisions to Senate Bill 375 and the introduction of new greenhouse gas reduction targets, may significantly impact AMBAG’s regional planning responsibilities. These evolving policy requirements could necessitate mid-cycle plan updates, new modeling efforts, and expanded stakeholder engagement. Without dedicated state funding, these changes represent a potential fiscal and operational burden across the next three fiscal years.
Uncertainty in Federal and State Transportation Funding: Federal and state transportation funding streams that support AMBAG’s core planning functions remain subject to policy shifts and economic uncertainty. Any reductions or delays in funding allocations under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) or the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) could constrain AMBAG’s ability to deliver on required planning milestones. This risk may necessitate resource reprioritization or pursuit of additional grant opportunities in FY 2025–26 and beyond.
Anticipated Changes in Housing and Climate Legislation: Proposed updates to state housing and climate laws, including potential revisions to Senate Bill 375 and the introduction of new greenhouse gas reduction targets, may significantly impact AMBAG’s regional planning responsibilities. These evolving policy requirements could necessitate mid-cycle plan updates, new modeling efforts, and expanded stakeholder engagement. Without dedicated state funding, these changes represent a potential fiscal and operational burden across the next three fiscal years.
Uncertainty in Federal and State Transportation Funding: Federal and state transportation funding streams that support AMBAG’s core planning functions remain subject to policy shifts and economic uncertainty. Any reductions or delays in funding allocations under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) or the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) could constrain AMBAG’s ability to deliver on required planning milestones. This risk may necessitate resource reprioritization or pursuit of additional grant opportunities in FY 2025–26 and beyond.
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