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Tue Jul 14, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special - ADA 2:30

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY   Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020   Joint Special Meeting Agenda JULY 14, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   PUBLIC COMMENT:   This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items that are listed on the special meeting agenda.   CLOSED SESSIONS:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 14, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm - ADA

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda JULY 14, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the June 23, 2026, Meetings and the Agenda of the July 14, 2026, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: Presentation by Amikas: Update on the Emergency Sleeping Cabins at Meridian Baptist Church   Proclamation: Parks and Recreation Mon [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm - ADA

City Council approves tentative labor agreements and FY 2026-27 budgets.

The El Cajon City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budgets for the City, Housing Authority, and Redevelopment Agency successor agency. The meeting also includes approving tentative agreements with two employee unions and a contract amendment for a sewer master plan.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020   Agenda JUNE 23, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the June 9, 2026, Meeting and the Agenda of the June 23, 2026, Meetings in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: Proclamation: 63rd Annual CYE Miss El Cajon Pageant   AGENDA CHANGES:   CONSENT ITEMS: &nbs [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special - ADA

El Cajon council to hold closed session with labor negotiators

The El Cajon City Council will hold a joint special meeting to discuss labor negotiations with the Professional Firefighters union in closed session. The meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY   Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020   Joint Special Meeting Agenda JUNE 23, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   PUBLIC COMMENT:   This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items that are listed on the special meeting agenda.   CLOSED SESSIONS:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54957 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 9, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm - ADA

El Cajon City Council to organize November 2026 municipal elections

The City Council will discuss the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election and the preliminary annual budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The body is also considering funding for homeless services and the creation of a downtown community benefit district.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Police Department Community Room 100 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020   Agenda JUNE 9, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the May 26, 2026, Meeting and the Agenda of the June 9, 2026, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS:   AGENDA CHANGES:   CONSENT ITEMS:   Consent Items are routine matte [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm - ADA

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Police Department Community Room 100 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020   Agenda MAY 26, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the May 12, 2026, Meetings and the Agenda of the May 26, 2026, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: TEDxKidsElCajon   Youth of the Year Award   AGENDA CHANGES:   CONS [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special - ADA - 2:30 PM

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Police Department Community Room 100 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020   Joint Special Meeting Agenda MAY 12, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   PUBLIC COMMENT:   This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items that are listed on the special meeting agenda.   CLOSED SESSIONS:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Governm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm - ADA

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Police Department Community Room 100 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda MAY 12, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the April 28, 2026, Meetings and the Agenda of the May 12, 2026, Meetings in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: Proclamation: National Public Works Week   AGENDA CHANGES:   [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm - ADA

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda APRIL 28, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the April 14, 2026, Meetings and the April 21, 2026, Town Hall Meeting, and the Agenda of the April 28, 2026, Meetings in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: Proclamation: National Firefighters Memorial Day   Proclamation: Water S [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special - 2:30 pm

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020     Joint Special Meeting Agenda APRIL 28, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   PUBLIC COMMENT:   This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items that are listed on the special meeting agenda.   CLOSED SESSIONS:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6 Ag [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special Town Hall 6PM

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Ronald Reagan Community Center 195 E. Douglas Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020       Town Hall Meeting Agenda APRIL 21, 2026, 6:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   REPORT:   1.   Neighborhood Traffic Calming Town Hall     RECOMMENDATION:       That the City Council receives Staff's presentation and conducts a town hall to receive public comments about opportunities to create safer neighborhoods through traffic calming.  [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda APRIL 14, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the March 24, 2026, Meetings and the Agenda of the April 14, 2026, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: Spring into El Cajon   AGENDA CHANGES:   CONSENT ITEMS:   [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special 2:30PM

City Council to hold closed session with firefighters union

The City Council, Housing Authority, and Successor Agency are holding a joint special meeting. The primary purpose is a closed session to confer with labor negotiators.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Joint Special Meeting Agenda APRIL 14, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   PUBLIC COMMENT:   This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items that are listed on the special meeting agenda.   CLOSED SESSIONS:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6 A [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 10, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special 2:30 PM

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Joint Special Meeting Agenda MARCH 10, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   PUBLIC COMMENT:   This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items that are listed on the special meeting agenda.   CLOSED SESSIONS:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 10, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm

City Council to set budget for U.S. 250th Anniversary celebration

The City Council will discuss activities and establish a final budget for the 250th Anniversary of the United States. The body is also considering updates to flood damage prevention regulations and staff appointments for the City Attorney's Office.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda MARCH 10, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the February 24, 2026, Meeting and the Agenda of the March 10, 2026, Meetings in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS:   AGENDA CHANGES:   CONSENT ITEMS:   Consent Items are routine matt [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 24, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm

City Council considers authorizing up to four regulated cannabis dispensaries

The City Council will discuss a proposal to analyze the feasibility of allowing four cannabis retail dispensaries. The body is also considering a mid-year budget increase of $1,089,000 and a development project for the Chase Common Interest Development.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda FEBRUARY 24, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the February 10, 2026, Meetings and the Agenda of the February 24, 2026, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: Proclamation: National Engineers Week   Presentation: East County Homeless Task Force &nb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 10, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special 2:30 PM

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Joint Special Meeting Agenda FEBRUARY 10, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   PUBLIC COMMENT:   This portion of the agenda provides an opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items that are listed on the special meeting agenda.   CLOSED SESSIONS:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 10, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm

City Council to consider zoning updates and tobacco retailer licensure

The City Council will discuss amendments to the Zoning Code and Specific Plan No. 182. The body is also considering an ordinance regarding the licensure of tobacco retailers and the formation of a housing allocation subcommittee.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda FEBRUARY 10, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the January 27, 2026, Meetings and the Agenda of the February 10, 2026, Meetings in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS   AGENDA CHANGES:   CONSENT ITEMS:   Consent Items are ro [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 27, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm

Council to consider amendments to Municipal Code and Specific Plan No. 182

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the El Cajon Municipal Code (Title 17) and Specific Plan No. 182. The body will also review a bi-annual report on homeless programs and the 2026 City Council Action Plan.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda JANUARY 27, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the January 13, 2026, Meeting and the Agenda of the January 27, 2026, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS:   AGENDA CHANGES:   CONSENT ITEMS:   Consent Items are routi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 27, 2026

City Council Agenda - Special 2:30

City Council to meet in closed session regarding state litigation

The City Council, Housing Authority, and Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency are holding a joint special meeting. The session is limited to a closed-door conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Joint Special Meeting Agenda JANUARY 27, 2026, 2:30 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   CLOSED SESSION:   1.   Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: The People of the State of California vs City of El Cajon, et al.;  Superior Court of California, County of San Diego;  Case No. 25CU053437C   [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 27, 2026

City Council Meeting 7pm

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda JANUARY 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   AGENDA CHANGES:   PUBLIC COMMENT:   At this time, any person may address a matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency that is not on the Agenda. Comments relating to items on today's docket are to be taken at the time the item is heard. State law prohibits discussion or action on items not o [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 13, 2026

City Council Meeting 3pm

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY     Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda JANUARY 13, 2026, 3:00 p.m.   Bill Wells, Mayor  Graham Mitchell, City Manager Michelle Metschel, Deputy Mayor Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Gary Kendrick, Councilmember Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk                 CALL TO ORDER:  Mayor Bill Wells   ROLL CALL:   City Clerk Angela Cortez   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND MOMENT OF SILENCE   POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the December 9, 2025, Meeting and the Agenda of the January 13, 2026, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.   PRESENTATIONS: Proclamation: National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day   AGENDA CHANGES: &n [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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