El Cerrito public meetings in 2022
46 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will certify the November 8, 2022, election results and swear in new members. The council also plans to elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tempore for a one-year term. Additionally, the agenda includes a vote on rezoning properties within the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Area.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2022-05 to rezone properties in the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Area
- Certification of November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election results
- Swearing in of Councilmembers Gabriel Quinto and Carolyn Wysinger
- Election of a Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tempore
- Receipt of the Transportation Impact Fee Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22
The City Council reorganized its leadership, electing Lisa Motoyama as Mayor and Tessa Rudnick as Mayor Pro Tem. The council also certified the November 2022 election results and adopted a rezoning ordinance for the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan area.
- Selected Councilmember Motoyama as Mayor for 2023 (5-0)
- Selected Councilmember Rudnick as Mayor Pro Tem for 2023 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-97 certifying November 8, 2022 election results
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-05 to rezone properties in San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan area
- Approved Resolution 2022-98 authorizing teleconference meetings for 30 days
- Approved Resolution 2022-99 in recognition of outgoing Councilmember Janet Abelson
- Received and filed Transportation Impact Fee Annual Report for FY 2021-22
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Financial Advisory Board
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City Council
The City Council will review updates to the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, which include property rezonings and environmental findings. The meeting also includes discussions on new garbage collection rates and extending the temporary outdoor dining program.
- San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan update and potential property rezonings
- $65,000 increase for Maze and Associates Accountancy Corporation contract
- New East Bay Sanitary garbage and organic waste collection rates
- Extension of the Temporary Outdoor Dining and Retail Program
- $147,335 agreement with Cascadia Consulting Group for Climate Action Plan update
The City Council approved several resolutions to update the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan and its environmental impact report. The council also authorized a contract to develop a new Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and approved updated waste collection rates.
- Approved Resolution 2022-90 certifying the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-91 and 2022-92 amending the General Plan Land Use map and Specific Plan (5-0)
- Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance to rezone properties in San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan area (5-0)
- Approved $147,335 contract with Cascadia Consulting Group for Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2022-95 establishing East Bay Sanitary garbage and organic waste rates (5-0)
- Adopted Urgency Ordinance 2022-04 extending Temporary Outdoor Dining and Retail Program (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 2022-94 for police employee salary and recruitment side letter (5-0)
- Approved $65,000 increase for temporary accounting services with Maze and Associates (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
City Council
The El Cerrito City Council will hold a special meeting including oral communications from the public. The council will also conduct a closed session conference with negotiators representing the Police Employees Association and United Professional Firefighters Local 1230.
- Closed session negotiations with Police Employees Association (PEA)
- Closed session negotiations with United Professional Firefighters Local 1230
- Public oral communications
The City Council convened a special meeting that included a closed session conference with negotiators. No reportable actions were taken during the meeting.
City Council
The City Council will review updates to the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, including environmental findings and property rezonings. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for swimming pool re-plastering and a 2021 police department review.
- Rezoning ordinance for properties within the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan area
- $59,850 budget amendment for Community Recreation Swimming Pool Re-Plastering Project
- El Cerrito Police Department 2021 in Review presentation
- Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District update
The City Council approved a budget amendment to fund the Community Recreation Swimming Pool Re-Plastering Project. The council also authorized teleconference meetings for 30 days and continued a public hearing on the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan update to a future date.
- Approved $59,850 from General Fund for Community Recreation Swimming Pool Re-Plastering Project (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-88 authorizing teleconference meetings for 30 days (5-0)
- Approved minutes from October 18 and November 1, 2022 (5-0)
- Continued public hearing for San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Update to December 6th (4-0)
- Received and filed Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District update
- Received and filed El Cerrito Police Department 2021 in Review
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
General
The Special City Council meeting includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The agenda also provides for oral communications from the public.
- Closed session conference regarding City of Long Beach v. Monsanto Company, et al.
The City Council convened for a special meeting to hold a closed session conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No reportable action was taken during the meeting.
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting a new Building and Fire Code Ordinance for all local construction. The agenda also includes approving a $145,000 grant for fire resilience and several service contracts. Additionally, the Council will review quarterly budget and investment reports.
- Adoption of Building and Fire Code Ordinance 2022-03
- $145,000 State Coastal Conservancy grant for Hillside Natural Area fire resilience
- On-call transportation engineering services contracts up to $200,000 per year per firm
- Pool maintenance contract for El Cerrito Swim Center up to $60,000 annually
- Public hearing regarding fire hazard abatement
The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2022-3 to update building, fire, and energy codes. The council also approved several proclamations, a $145,000 fire resilience grant, and various service contracts.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-3 updating Building and Fire Codes (5-0)
- Approved $145,000 State Coastal Conservancy grant for Hillside Natural Area (5-0)
- Approved transportation engineering agreements not to exceed $200,000 per fiscal year per firm (5-0)
- Approved pool maintenance contract with Two Brother's Pool and Spa up to $60,000 annually (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions No. 2022-86 and 2022-87 regarding fire hazard abatement (5-0)
- Approved proclamations for Family Court Awareness Month, Human Rights in Iran, and United Against Hate Week (5-0)
- Approved letter to CPUC regarding solar and storage technologies (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Appointed Fred Bialy to the Environmental Quality Committee (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
General
The El Cerrito City Council will hold a special meeting featuring oral communications from the public and a closed session conference. The closed session involves negotiations with the United Professional Firefighters Local 1230.
- Closed session negotiation with United Professional Firefighters Local 1230
The El Cerrito City Council met in special session on October 18, 2022, and immediately convened into closed session to discuss negotiations with the United Professional Firefighters Local 1230. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 6:38 PM.
- Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with United Professional Firefighters Local 1230 (no reportable action)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding updates to the California Building Standards Code. The agenda also includes establishing new speed limits in ten zones and approving several municipal proclamations.
- Public hearing for adoption of building code updates
- $64,700 engineering contract for Arlington Park Improvements
- $58,721 budget amendment for City Hall EV charging station replacement
- Contract award for Community Recreation Swimming Pool Re-Plastering
- New speed limits for ten zones including Ashbury and Barrett Avenues
The El Cerrito City Council adopted the 2022 California Building Standards Code with local modifications, introduced the corresponding ordinance, and set a second hearing for November 1, 2022. The council also approved a consent calendar including resolutions for teleconference meetings, a consulting agreement for Arlington Park design, rejection of slurry seal bids, a pool re-plastering contract, a budget amendment for an EV charging station, and speed limit establishment on ten zones. All votes were unanimous.
- Adopted Resolution 2022-82 adopting 2022 California Building Standards Code with local modifications (5-0)
- Introduced ordinance for building code updates, set second hearing for Nov 1, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-76 authorizing teleconference meetings for 30 days under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved $64,700 consulting agreement with Siegfried Engineering for Arlington Park design (5-0)
- Rejected all bids for 2022 Slurry Seal Project, authorized rebid (5-0)
- Awarded pool re-plastering contract to Tricon Construction, rejected USA Construction bid (5-0)
- Amended FY 2022-23 budget to appropriate $58,721 for City Hall EV charging station (5-0)
- Established speed limits on ten zones on Ashbury, Barrett, Colusa, Fairmount, Lincoln, Moeser, Sea View (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
This special meeting consists of closed sessions not open to the public. The Council will meet with negotiators regarding the Police Employees Association and confer with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case.
- Closed session negotiations with the Police Employees Association
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case
- Public oral communications
The El Cerrito City Council met in a special closed session on October 11, 2022, to discuss negotiations with the Police Employees Association and one potential litigation case. No reportable actions were taken in either closed session item. The meeting adjourned at 8:08 PM.
- Closed session with negotiators regarding Police Employees Association: No reportable action.
- Closed session with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation: No reportable action.
City Council
The regular El Cerrito City Council meeting scheduled for October 4, 2022, has been cancelled in observance of Yom Kippur. This notice contains only procedural cancellation information.
General
The City Council and Financial Advisory Board will meet to discuss the city's pension obligations and trust funding. A presentation from CalPERS will cover projected unfunded liabilities. The council will also hold a study session regarding Section 115 Trust funding options.
- Presentation on CalPERS Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL) projections
- Study session regarding Section 115 Trust funding options with NHA Advisors
The City Council and Financial Advisory Board held a joint special meeting to receive a presentation from CalPERS on the city's unfunded accrued liability (UAL) for pension obligations. The presentation was received and filed. The council also conducted a study session on options for funding a Section 115 Trust, which was received and filed with no formal action taken.
- Received and filed a presentation from CalPERS on the method of calculation and projected unfunded liability for the city's pension obligations.
- Received and filed a study session with NHA Advisors regarding options for funding a Section 115 Trust.
Financial Advisory Board
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General
The El Cerrito City Council will hold a special meeting on September 26, 2022. The agenda includes oral communications from the public and a closed session conference with representatives from United Professional Firefighters Local 1230.
- Closed session conference with United Professional Firefighters Local 1230
The El Cerrito City Council met in special session and immediately entered closed session to discuss negotiations with the United Professional Firefighters Local 1230. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.
- Convened closed session for labor negotiations with firefighters (no reportable action)
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to end the local COVID-19 emergency declaration as of December 31, 2022. The agenda also includes an update on the EBMUD Wildcat Pipeline project and amendments to city financial policies. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing regarding fire hazard abatement costs for certain properties.
- Resolution to end the local COVID-19 emergency declaration
- EBMUD Wildcat Pipeline Project update
- Storm drain easement agreement for 331 Ramona Avenue
- Amendments to City Investment and Financial policies
- Public hearing on fire hazard abatement costs
The El Cerrito City Council voted 4-1 to end the local COVID-19 emergency as of December 31, 2022, with a clause allowing reconsideration if health conditions change. The council also approved several consent items, including resolutions on teleconferencing, conflict of interest, emergency operations, storm drain easement, and investment policy. A public hearing confirmed fire hazard abatement costs, and the FY 2021-22 budget update was received and filed.
- Approved Resolution 2022-74 ending local COVID-19 emergency effective Dec. 31, 2022 (4-1, Abelson no)
- Approved Resolution 2022-67 authorizing teleconference meetings for 30 days (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-68 updating Conflict of Interest Code (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-69 amending Emergency Operations Plan with DEI statement (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-70 accepting storm drain easement at 331 Ramona Avenue (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-71 amending Investment Policy (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-72 amending Comprehensive Financial Policy (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-73 confirming fire hazard abatement costs (4-0, Abelson absent)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Financial Advisory Board
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City Council
The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance regarding single-use foodware accessories and condiments. The agenda also includes updates on the 2023-2031 Draft Housing Element and a new infrastructure financing committee. Additionally, the council will review audit services and recycling center equipment purchases.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2022-02 for single-use foodware accessories and condiments
- Purchase of a replacement recycling center baler from Apex Equipment, LLC up to $122,393.93
- Audit services agreement with Chavan and Associates, LLP up to $68,500.00
- Appointment of an ad-hoc committee for an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD)
- Project Stabilization Agreement with Contra Costa Building and Construction Trades Council
The council voted 5-0 to adopt Resolution 2022-66, approving a Project Stabilization Agreement with the Contra Costa Building and Construction Trades Council. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including adoption of a foodware ordinance, purchase of a baler for the recycling center, and appointment of an ad-hoc committee to study an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District. The council also received and filed the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element and an update from the West Contra Costa Unified School District.
- Approved Resolution 2022-66: Project Stabilization Agreement with Contra Costa Building and Construction Trades Council (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, proclamations, and AB 361 teleconference authorization (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 2022-2: Single-use foodware accessories and condiments provided only if requested
- Approved Resolution 2022-64: Purchase of Excel EX63 horizontal baler for Recycling Center, not to exceed $122,393.93
- Approved Resolution 2022-65: One-year audit services agreement with Chavan and Associates, not to exceed $68,500
- Appointed ad-hoc committee (Motoyama and Fadelli) to consider Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
- Received and filed Fiscal Recovery and Sustainability Plan
- Received and filed draft 2023-2031 Housing Element and WCCUSD update
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will hold a closed session conference with negotiators. This session involves the Police Employees Association and United Professional Firefighters Local 1230.
- Closed session conference with representatives for the Police Employees Association and United Professional Firefighters Local 1230
- Oral communications from the public
The El Cerrito City Council convened a special meeting on August 9, 2022, primarily for a closed session to discuss negotiations with the Police Employees Association and United Professional Firefighters Local 1230. No reportable action was taken during the closed session. The meeting included oral communications from the public and adjourned at 7:21 p.m.
- Convened closed session for labor negotiations with Police Employees Association and United Professional Firefighters Local 1230
- No reportable action taken in closed session
General
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General
The Special City Council meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or public comments were held.
General
The City Council will convene for a special meeting to conduct business in closed sessions. The agenda includes negotiations with the Public Safety Management Association and discussions regarding existing litigation.
- Labor negotiations with the Public Safety Management Association (Fire Chief)
- Legal discussion regarding City of Long Beach v. Monsanto Company, et al.
The El Cerrito City Council met in special session on July 19, 2022, and took no substantive public decisions. The meeting consisted of two closed sessions—one for labor negotiations with the Public Safety Management Association (Fire Chief) and one for existing litigation in the City of Long Beach v. Monsanto case—both with no reportable action. The meeting adjourned without any public votes or resolutions.
- Convened closed session for labor negotiations with Public Safety Management Association (Fire Chief); no reportable action
- Convened closed session for existing litigation (City of Long Beach v. Monsanto); no reportable action
City Council
The City Council will review an amended foodware ordinance regarding single-use accessories. They are also considering a $200,000 contract for a citywide classification and compensation study. Additionally, the council will hear an appeal regarding a temporary fire station on Craft Avenue.
- $320,370 contract with A Plus Tree Incorporated for urban forest maintenance
- $60,000 agreement with Renne Public Policy Group for grant writing services
- $200,000 contract with Koff & Associates for a compensation study
- Amended Foodware Ordinance regarding single-use accessories
- Appeal of a Use Permit for a temporary fire station on Craft Avenue
The El Cerrito City Council denied an appeal and upheld the Planning Commission's approval of a temporary fire station on Craft Avenue, with modifications to the resolution. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a $320,370 urban forest maintenance contract and a $60,000 grant writing services agreement. Public hearings were held on fire hazard abatement and a foodware ordinance, both approved. Multiple resolutions were passed, including new MOUs with fire chief and SEIU units, and a $200,000 classification study.
- Denied appeal, upheld temporary fire station use permit (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-56 declaring fire hazard properties (5-0)
- Introduced Ordinance 2022-02 on single-use foodware (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-52 for urban forest maintenance, up to $320,370 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-54 for grant writing services, up to $60,000 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-59 for Fire Chief MOU (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-60 for SEIU MOU (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-61 for classification study, $200,000 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
General
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General
The El Cerrito City Council will conduct a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing various employee organizations. The Council also plans to interview candidates for commissions and discuss ongoing recruitments.
- Closed session negotiations with employee organizations including PEA and SEIU Local 1021
- Interviews regarding commission vacancies and recruitment status
- Potential appointments to city commissions
The El Cerrito City Council held a special meeting on June 21, 2022, and conducted interviews for commission vacancies. The council unanimously approved two appointments: Carol Kehoe to the Contra Costa County Agency Council on Aging and Jia Ma to the Citizens Street Oversight Committee. No other substantive decisions were made; the closed session on labor negotiations had no reportable action.
- Appointed Carol Kehoe to Contra Costa County Agency Council on Aging, term June 21, 2022 - March 1, 2024 (5-0)
- Appointed Jia Ma to Citizens Street Oversight Committee, term June 21, 2022 - March 1, 2026 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed FY 2022-23 budget and spending authority for the city and its boards. The agenda also includes calling a November 8, 2022, election to fill two council seats. Other items involve employee benefit modifications and various municipal service contracts.
- Call for November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election to elect two Council members
- Approval of the FY 2022-23 proposed budget and spending authority
- $92,500 contract award for Arlington Boulevard Guardrail Replacement Project
- Agreement with Rubicon Landscape Corporation for parks maintenance up to $164,733
- Resolution modifying salaries and benefits for management and confidential employees
The City Council approved the FY 2022-23 budget and spending authority for the City, Public Financing Authority, and Employee Pension Board, along with the Gann Appropriation Limit. A motion to postpone the budget decision failed. The budget was approved with Mayor Pro Tem Motoyama voting no. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a November 8, 2022 election resolution and a fire hazard abatement resolution.
- Approved FY 2022-23 budget and spending authority resolutions (4-1)
- Failed motion to postpone budget adoption to June 28 (2-3)
- Approved Resolution 2022-40 authorizing teleconference meetings under AB 361 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-41 calling November 8, 2022 election for two council seats (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-42 adopting SB 1 road projects list for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-43 with Rubicon Landscape for parks maintenance up to $164,733 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-44 awarding Arlington Blvd guardrail contract to Dirt and Aggregate Interchange Inc. for $92,500 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-46 and 2022-47 for fire hazard abatement (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
General
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City Council
The City Council will review the draft budget for fiscal year 2022-23. The council is also considering a contract with the City of Richmond for police dispatch services. Additionally, staff will present information on Marin Clean Energy programs.
- Police dispatch agreement with Richmond up to $4,228,080
- Purchase of air compressor from Bauer Compressors up to $53,000
- Adoption of Military Equipment Use Policy Ordinance 2022-01
- Presentation on the draft FY 2022-23 City Budget
- Anti-AAPI Racism Resolution
The City Council received and filed the proposed FY 2022-23 budget after a public hearing and discussion, providing direction to staff. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a military equipment use policy and a police dispatch agreement with Richmond. No final budget vote was taken; the budget was received and filed as a policy matter.
- Approved Resolution 2022-37 condemning anti-AAPI hate (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-01 establishing Military Equipment Use Policy (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-38 authorizing police dispatch agreement with Richmond up to $4,228,080 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-39 for purchase of breathing apparatus air compressor up to $53,000 (5-0)
- Approved Loving Day proclamation (5-0)
- Approved LGBTQIA Pride Month proclamation (5-0)
- Approved reappointment of Rachel Melby to Economic Development Committee (5-0)
- Received and filed FY 2022-23 budget presentation (no vote)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
General
The El Cerrito City Council and Financial Advisory Board will conduct a study session regarding the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The session includes reviewing a preliminary budget overview, an updated 10-year forecast, and the fiscal status of city departments.
- Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget study session
- Review of updated 10-year forecast
- Preliminary budget overview
- Operational and fiscal status of city departments
The El Cerrito City Council and Financial Advisory Board held a joint study session on the FY2022-2023 budget, hearing presentations and discussing topics like revenue projections, department operations, and ARPA fund uses. No formal action was taken; the meeting was for discussion only.
- Held FY2022-2023 budget study session (no formal action)
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a new military equipment use policy and revisions to the 2022-23 master fee schedule. The council also plans to consider a solid waste collection agreement with East Bay Sanitary, Inc. and approve a lease for a replacement fire engine.
- Public hearing on Military Equipment Policy Ordinance
- Public hearing on FY 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule Revisions
- Solid waste collection services agreement with East Bay Sanitary, Inc.
- Lease purchase agreement with First Capital Equipment Leasing Corp. for a replacement fire engine
- Budget amendments for engineering staff augmentation services
The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2022-1 adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy, approved the FY 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule with CPI-based adjustments, and authorized a solid waste collection agreement with East Bay Sanitary. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Introduced Ordinance No. 2022-1 adopting Military Equipment Use Policy (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-35 for FY 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule with CPI adjustments (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-36 authorizing agreement with East Bay Sanitary for solid waste services (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar items A, B, D-H including minutes, proclamation, letters, and resolutions (5-0)
- Approved letter of support for SB 852 with modification referencing Marin Clean Energy (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The El Cerrito City Council will hold a special meeting on May 3, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing several employee organizations. This session is being held pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators for United Professional Firefighters Local 1230, SEIU Local 1021, Public Safety Management Association, and Management/Confidential Employees
The El Cerrito City Council met in special session on May 3, 2022, and immediately convened into closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m. The minutes record no substantive public decisions.
- Convened closed session for labor negotiations with fire, SEIU, and management groups
- No reportable action taken in closed session
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the method for collecting storm drain fees and a landscape assessment for residential parcels. The Council also plans to adopt the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan.
- Resolution to collect storm drain fees via property tax rolls
- $72 annual landscape and lighting assessment for single-family residential parcels
- Adoption of the 2022 City of El Cerrito Emergency Operations Plan
- Establishment of Juneteenth as a paid City Holiday
The El Cerrito City Council approved resolutions for the FY 2022-23 Storm Drain Annual Report and the Landscape and Lighting Assessment District, setting the assessment at $72 per single-family parcel. The council also adopted the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan and directed staff to explore creating a public safety committee. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-29 for FY 2022-23 Storm Drain Annual Report and fee collection on property tax rolls (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-30 confirming Landscape and Lighting Assessment District No. 1988-1 at $72 per single-family parcel (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-31 adopting the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan (5-0)
- Directed staff to return with a future agenda item to explore creating a public safety committee or revising the Crime Prevention Committee role (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-28 establishing Juneteenth National Independence Day as a paid city holiday (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including proclamations and appointment of Eevelyn Mitchell to Environmental Quality Committee (5-0)
- Approved proclamation honoring Fire Chief Michael Pigoni in retirement (5-0)
- Received and filed FY 2021-22 General Fund Budget Quarterly Update through March 2022
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
General
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General
The Special Municipal Services Corporation will review the 2016 loan agreement with the City of El Cerrito and provide direction to staff regarding its repayment. The meeting also includes an informational item about Cannabis Operating Permit Community Benefit Funding.
- Direction to staff regarding repayment of the 2016 Loan Agreement with the City of El Cerrito
- Information on Cannabis Operating Permit Community Benefit Funding
- Approval of December 2020 meeting minutes
The El Cerrito Municipal Services Corporation met and gave informal direction to prepare a single repayment of its $350,000 loan obligation to the City in the upcoming fiscal year. The board also received and filed an informational item on cannabis operating permit community benefit funding, directing staff to continue researching options for homelessness resources. The consent calendar was approved, including minutes from a prior meeting.
- Approved consent calendar including minutes from December 1, 2020 (6-0)
- Gave informal direction to prepare single repayment of $350,000 loan to City of El Cerrito
- Received and filed loan agreement informational item
- Received and filed cannabis community benefit funding informational item
- Directed staff to continue researching homelessness resource options
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Council will hold a study session regarding the implementation of medical service fees for the Fire Department. They will also consider a lease-purchase for a replacement Type I fire engine. Other business includes parking time limit changes and landscape assessment district updates.
- Lease-purchase of a replacement Type I fire engine from Hi-Tech Emergency Vehicle Services
- Study session on implementing First Responder Fees for medical services
- Parking time limit modification at 11461 San Pablo Avenue
- Extension of custodial services agreement with Universal Building Services
- Annual report and hearing schedule for Landscape and Lighting Assessment District No. 1988-1
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several proclamations and letters of support during the consent calendar. They will also consider an amendment to a service agreement with the Kensington Fire Protection District. Additionally, staff will present updates on the local library and the Urban Forest Committee work plan.
- Amendment to agreement with Kensington Fire Protection District for a six-month financial reserve
- $250,000 increase for one firm's on-call building services agreement
- Appointment of Christopher Bunting to the Economic Development Committee
- Letters of support for AB 1814 and SB 847
- Urban Forest Committee work plan presentation
The El Cerrito City Council approved the consent calendar items A-F and H-M, including proclamations, letters of support, appointments, and resolutions. It also approved the Fourth Amendment to the Kensington Fire Protection District agreement, establishing a six-month financial reserve. All votes were 3-0 with two members absent.
- Approved consent calendar items A-F and H-M (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for AB 1814 on transportation electrification
- Approved letter of support for MCE federal funding request with revisions
- Approved letter of support for SB 847 on rental assistance
- Appointed Christopher Bunting to Economic Development Committee
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-18 declaring May 7, 2022 as National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
- Adopted Resolution No. 2022-19 supporting Ukraine
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-22 for Kensington Fire Protection District agreement amendment
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Financial Advisory Board
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City Council
The City Council will consider a cooperative agreement with Caltrans for the El Cerrito del Norte Transit-Oriented Development project. The council will also review the annual stormwater parcel assessment rate and receive updates on the General Plan. Additionally, two staff members will be recognized with proclamations.
- Approval of Caltrans agreement for El Cerrito del Norte TOD Complete Streets Improvement Project
- Resolution to set annual stormwater assessment at $38.00 per ERU
- Adoption of resolution for 30-day teleconference meetings
- Proclamation for 2021 Officer of the Year, Michael Olivieri
The El Cerrito City Council approved the consent calendar items, including a resolution to continue teleconference meetings under AB 361, received the annual General Plan and Housing Element progress report, approved the NPDES stormwater parcel assessment at $38 per ERU, and approved a cooperative agreement with Caltrans for the El Cerrito del Norte TOD Complete Streets project. The council also approved proclamations for Officer of the Year and Professional Staff of the Year, and received presentations on the CORE program and the Arts and Culture Commission work plan. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-15 authorizing teleconference meetings for 30 days (5-0)
- Received and filed 2021 Annual Progress Report on General Plan and Housing Element (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-16 setting NPDES parcel assessment at $38 per ERU for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-17 approving Caltrans Cooperative Agreement for TOD Complete Streets project (5-0)
- Approved proclamation for Officer of the Year Michael Olivieri (5-0)
- Approved proclamation for Professional Staff of the Year Kent Ringgenberg (5-0)
- Received and filed CORE program overview presentation (5-0)
- Received and filed Arts and Culture Commission work plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will receive an update on the FY 2021-22 mid-year budget, including a review of revenues and expenditures through December 31, 2021. The Council will also consider a resolution to amend the current budget and approve new spending limits. Additionally, the meeting includes the presentation of the previous fiscal year's annual financial report.
- FY 2021-22 Mid-Year Budget Update and resolution for spending limits
- Presentation of the FY 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- Appointment of Susan Kuchinskas to the Urban Forest Committee
- Proclamations for Women's History Month, Arbor Week, and others
The City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-14, amending the FY 2021-22 budget and approving new spending limits, with a unanimous vote. The council also approved the consent calendar, including several proclamations and an appointment to the Urban Forest Committee. Presentations on Contra Costa College and the FY 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report were received and filed.
- Approved FY 2021-22 mid-year budget amendment (Resolution 2022-14) (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, proclamations, and appointment (5-0)
- Approved proclamation for PTA 125th anniversary
- Approved Women's History Month proclamation
- Approved Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month proclamation
- Approved American Red Cross Month proclamation
- Approved Arbor Week proclamation
- Appointed Susan Kuchinskas to Urban Forest Committee
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
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The El Cerrito City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for various commissions. Following these interviews, the Council will discuss recruitment progress and potential vacancies. The Council may also decide to make official appointments at the conclusion of the meeting.
- Commission interviews and status updates
- Discussion regarding ongoing recruitments and remaining vacancies
- Potential commission appointments
The El Cerrito City Council held a special meeting on February 15, 2022, to conduct interviews for commission vacancies. After two interviews, the council unanimously appointed Rosa Esquivel to the Contra Costa Transportation Authority Citizens Advisory Commission for a term ending March 1, 2026. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 6:42 PM.
- Appointed Rosa Esquivel to Contra Costa Transportation Authority Citizens Advisory Commission (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will review revisions to the Code of Conduct for city board and commission members. The agenda also includes a resolution opposing a tax initiative and updates from the Public Works Department.
- Adoption of revised Code of Conduct for Board, Commission, and Committee members
- Resolution in opposition to Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act
- Continuation of emergency work for Public Safety Building roof repair
- Authorization of teleconference meetings for 30 days
- Public Works Department operational and fiscal update
The El Cerrito City Council approved the consent calendar, including resolutions to continue teleconference meetings under AB 361, continue emergency roof repairs at the Public Safety Building, and oppose the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act. The council also adopted a revised Code of Conduct for board, commission, and committee members. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-9 authorizing teleconference meetings for 30 days (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-10 continuing emergency roof repair work (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-11 opposing the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-12 adopting revised Code of Conduct (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The El Cerrito City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for commissions. Following these interviews, the Council will discuss recruitment progress and potential vacancies with staff. The Council may also decide to make appointments at the conclusion of the meeting.
- Commission interviews and potential appointments
The El Cerrito City Council held a special meeting to interview candidates and fill vacancies on several commissions. The council made 10 appointments, including reappointments and new members, to the Arts and Culture Commission, Citizens Street Oversight Committee, Civil Service Commission, Design Review Board, Financial Advisory Board, Human Relations Commission, and Planning Commission. All appointments were approved with majority votes, with Councilmember Abelson absent.
- Re-appointed Allison Cooper and Courtney Helion to Arts and Culture Commission (partial term to 3/1/2025) (4-0)
- Re-appointed Kathy Fleming to Citizens Street Oversight Committee (full term to 3/1/2026) (3-1)
- Re-appointed Vanessa Hill to Citizens Streets Oversight Committee (full term to 3/1/2026) (4-0)
- Re-appointed Bruce Yow to Civil Service Commission (partial term to 3/1/2023) (4-0)
- Appointed Dorian Peters to Civil Service Commission (partial term to 3/1/2025) (4-0)
- Re-appointed Ben Chuaqui to Design Review Board (full term to 3/1/2026) (4-0)
- Appointed Kimberly White to Financial Advisory Board (full term to 3/1/2026) (4-0)
- Re-appointed Walter Williams to Human Relations Commission (partial term to 3/1/2023) (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
General
The City Council will hold a study session to provide staff direction on goals and priorities for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The discussion includes reviewing the 10-year forecast, city staffing, and tasks for the upcoming staff workplan.
- Review of 10-year Forecast including FY 2020-21 year-end actuals
- Update on City staffing
- Discussion of 2022 priorities and strategic goals
The El Cerrito City Council held a study session to discuss goals and priorities for FY 2022-23, reviewing the 10-year forecast and staffing. No formal action was taken, but general direction was provided: no priorities were removed, and the City Manager was asked to explore additional grants, an emergency services coordinator/public information officer position, and have a financial sub-committee work with the Financial Advisory Board on the forecast.
- No priorities presented were removed (general direction)
- City Manager to look into additional grants (general direction)
- City Manager to explore emergency services coordinator/public information officer position (general direction)
- Financial sub-committee to work on 10-year forecast with Financial Advisory Board (general direction)
City Council
The City Council will review proclamations for Black History Month and Lunar New Year. The agenda includes updates on the General Fund budget and departmental operations for Recreation and Community Development. The Council will also consider staff reclassifications and an amendment to a recruitment agreement.
- Continuation of emergency work for Public Safety Building roof repair
- Amendment to professional services agreement with Peckham & McKenney for Fire Chief recruitment
- Application for the Prohousing Designation Program
- Amendments to the City's Classification Plan
- FY 2021-22 General Fund Budget Quarterly Update
The El Cerrito City Council approved the consent calendar unanimously, which included proclamations for Black History Month and Lunar New Year, a resolution to apply for the Prohousing Designation Program, and several administrative items. The council also received updates on the Recreation and Community Development departments and the General Fund budget, but took no other substantive actions.
- Approved Black History Month proclamation (5-0)
- Approved Lunar New Year proclamation (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-5 authorizing Prohousing Designation Program application (5-0)
- Received and filed FY 2021-22 Q2 Cash and Investment Report (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-6 amending Classification Plan (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-7 amending Peckham & McKenney agreement for Fire Chief recruitment (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-8 continuing emergency Public Safety Building roof repair (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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City Council
The City Council will consider contracts for a housing element update and a residential building safety analysis. They will also address continued emergency repairs for the Public Safety Building roof.
- Contract with Ascent Environmental, Inc. for Housing Element Update up to $165,000
- Contract with David Bonowitz, S.E. for soft story building analysis up to $55,000
- Continuation of emergency work for Public Safety Building roof repair
- Resolution to authorize teleconference meetings for 30 days
The El Cerrito City Council approved the consent calendar, which included resolutions for teleconference meetings, a soft-story building inventory, a housing element update, and emergency roof repair. The council also approved minutes from prior meetings with a correction. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent calendar (5-0)
- Approved minutes from Dec 7 and 21, 2021, with correction to Dec 21 reference
- Approved Resolution 2022-1 authorizing teleconference meetings for 30 days (AB 361)
- Approved Resolution 2022-2 for soft-story building inventory, $55,000 total
- Approved Resolution 2022-3 for housing element update, $165,000 total
- Approved Resolution 2022-4 for emergency roof repair continuation