El Cerrito public meetings in 2024

General

This special meeting features the Mayor's 2024 State of the City Address and recognition of sponsors of the 4th of July Festival. Public comments are limited to agenda items. No policy decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Mayor's 2024 State of the City Address
• Honoring Stars & Stripes Level sponsors for the 4th of July Festival

City Council

The El Cerrito City Council will certify the November 5, 2024 general municipal election results, including the re-election of Lisa Motoyama and election of Rebecca Saltzman and William Ktsanes, and the passage of Measure G. They will then swear in the newly elected councilmembers and recognize outgoing members Paul Fadelli and Tessa Rudnick. Following the swearing-in, the council will reorganize by electing a new mayor and mayor pro tempore. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, a proclamation for the Historical Society's 50th anniversary, and several routine reports and agreements.

• Certify results of November 5, 2024 general election and declare passage of Measure G
• Swearing in of newly elected councilmembers Motoyama, Saltzman, and Ktsanes
• Election of mayor and mayor pro tempore for one-year term
• Resolution authorizing application for the Prohousing Incentive Program
• Adopt revised mutual aid Memorandum of Understanding with City of Berkeley

Financial Advisory Board

The Financial Advisory Board will discuss the adoption of a new workplan for 2025 through 2027. Members will also consider recommendations regarding the city's budget cycle timelines and purchasing ordinance.

• Adoption of the 2025/2026 – 2026/2027 workplan
• Adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule
• Review of Purchasing Ordinance 1988-5 4.04
• Discussion of budget cycle revision recommendations for public engagement

Human Relations Commission

The commission will discuss updates on city-wide regulation changes for advisory bodies and establish a workplan. Members will also review recent events including Loving Day and United Against Hate Week, and plan for the upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade.

• Updates on city-wide regulation changes for advisory bodies
• 2025 Regular Annual Meeting Calendar
• Loving Day event debrief
• United Against Hate Week Film Event debrief
• Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and event planning

Citizen Street Oversight Committee

The Citizens Street Oversight Committee will review preliminary financial activity for Fiscal Year 2023-24. Members will also receive the City Council's adopted FY 2024-25 Expenditure Plan and discuss adding a youth member to the committee.

• Review of preliminary/unaudited financial activity for Fiscal Year 2023-24
• Receipt of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Expenditure Plan
• Discussion on advertising for a youth member appointment

Economic Development Committee

The Planning Commission and Economic Development Committee are holding a special joint study session. The body will discuss a proposed permanent Outdoor Dining and Retail Ordinance applicable citywide.

• Study session on the permanent Outdoor Dining and Retail Ordinance

Planning Commission

The joint Planning Commission and Economic Development Committee will hold a study session on the citywide permanent Outdoor Dining and Retail Ordinance, which is exempt from CEQA review. The meeting also includes roll call, a public comment period, commissioner conflict‑of‑interest disclosures, staff informational reports, and adjournment.

• Study session – Permanent Outdoor Dining and Retail Ordinance (citywide, CEQA exempt)
• Oral communications from the public (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Commissioner communication/conflict of interest disclosure
• Staff communications – informational reports on general interest matters

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding East Bay Sanitary garbage and organic waste collection rates and waste management fees. The body is also considering new employment agreements for police employees and public safety management, as well as an amendment to the City Manager's contract.

• Public hearing on East Bay Sanitary garbage and organic waste rates and Integrated Waste Management Fees effective January 1, 2025
• Proposed contract amendment for TRB + Associates increasing authority from $250,000 to $500,000 per fiscal year
• Spending authority for Recreation Instructor Marcos Manqueros not to exceed $80,000 for FY 2024-25
• New Memorandums of Understanding with El Cerrito Police Employees' Association and Public Safety Management Association
• Third Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement extending the term to December 31, 2029

Arts and Culture Commission

The El Cerrito Arts and Culture Commission will discuss several funding and program items, including a $1,000 award for the Pavement Art Pilot Program design by Pete Frankel. It will also review a $1,000 mini‑grant request for Messy Art Day and consider extending the ECCRU artist‑in‑residence term with a $1,500 stipend per artist. Additional agenda items cover public artwork at 729 Kearney St., the 2025 meeting schedule, and updates to the ACC calendar of events.

• Public art on private project at 729 Kearney St. for Little Lamb Bilingual Preschool
• Pavement Art Pilot Program – award $1,000 to artist Pete Frankel for final design
• Mini‑grant request – $1,000 to support Messy Art Day for the El Cerrito Preschool Cooperative
• ECCRU artist‑in‑residence – consider 9‑month term extension with $1,500 stipend per artist or issue a new Call for Artists
• Approval of the 2025 Arts and Culture Commission regular meeting schedule

Community Safety Committee

This regular meeting of the El Cerrito Community Safety Committee includes welcoming new member Howard Hickman, receiving council and staff reports, approving minutes from the November 4 meeting, and hearing a presentation from the American Red Cross on personal disaster preparedness. No major votes or policy changes are scheduled.

• Welcome new member Howard Hickman to the committee
• Presentation from American Red Cross on Contra Costa County Community Preparedness program
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting
• Oral communications from the public (3-minute limit)
• Possible discussion of topics the committee should handle

Citizen Street Oversight Committee

The Citizens Street Oversight Committee will review preliminary FY2023-24 revenues and expenditures, receive the FY2024-25 expenditure plan adopted by City Council in June 2024, and discuss whether to request a youth member appointment. They will also approve minutes from September 23, 2024. Public oral communications will be heard.

• Review and discuss preliminary/unaudited FY2023-24 revenues and expenditures
• Receive FY2024-25 Expenditure Plan adopted by City Council in June 2024
• Discuss and consider requesting City advertise for a youth member appointment to the committee
• Approve minutes from September 23, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to allow a day care center to use the second floor at 729 Kearney Street, increasing capacity from 72 to 154 students and staff from 10 to 14. They will also study draft policies for the General Plan Safety Element update. Routine items include adopting the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes and the 2025 regular meeting schedule.

• Public hearing for Administrative Use Permit Amendment at 729 Kearney Street to expand day care to second floor (capacity increase from 72 to 154 students, staff from 10 to 14)
• Study session on draft policies for the citywide Safety Element update of the General Plan
• Adoption of the 2025 regular Planning Commission meeting schedule
• Adoption of the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The El Cerrito City Council will consider approving an agreement with the state for the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program for the El Cerrito Plaza Parcel A South transit-oriented development at 515 Richmond Street. Other agenda items include a presentation on police planned technology deployments (license plate readers, facial recognition, drone), a $220,000 parking management action plan, and a $150,140 community center roof repair. Public hearings on extending the temporary outdoor dining program and fire hazard abatement are also scheduled.

• Agreement for Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program for El Cerrito Plaza Parcel A South at 515 Richmond Street
• Consulting services agreement with Dixon Resources Unlimited for Parking Management Action Plan, $199,985 plus contingency up to $220,000
• Additional spending authority of $150,140 for Community Center Roof Repair with California Roofing Company
• Presentation on police technology: automated license plate readers, facial recognition systems, and drone deployment
• Public hearing on extending the Temporary Outdoor Dining and Retail Program urgency ordinance

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will convene to hear a presentation on 'Imagine a Walkable America' focused on El Cerrito's commercial corridor, San Pablo Avenue. Members will also discuss and consider adopting the 2025 regular meeting schedule and review the current workplan for FY 2025-2026. The meeting includes approval of October minutes and public oral communications.

• Presentation by Steven Price on 'Imagine a Walkable America' as it relates to San Pablo Avenue
• Discussion and possible adoption of the 2025 annual meeting schedule
• Review of the EDC workplan for FY 2025-2026
• Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting

Financial Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Financial Advisory Board scheduled for November 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2024.

Citizen Street Oversight Committee

The regular meeting of the Citizens Street Oversight Committee scheduled for November 11, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at El Cerrito City Hall.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum; no business conducted.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to handle administrative tasks. The body will vote on the 2025 meeting schedule and elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Adoption of May 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adoption of the 2025 regular meeting schedule
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Community Safety Committee

The Community Safety Committee will hear presentations on facial recognition software for criminal investigations and the mission of Make El Cerrito Fire Safe. Members will also interview a potential new committee member and set the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Presentation on possible use of facial recognition software by ECPD
• Presentation from Make El Cerrito Fire Safe
• Interview and endorsement vote for applicant Howard Hickman
• Vote to adopt the 2025 meeting calendar

Arts and Culture Commission

The regular meeting of the Arts and Culture Commission scheduled for October 28, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2024.

Financial Advisory Board

The Financial Advisory Board will discuss and potentially take action on a Section 115 Investment Policy Statement and strategy, including fees and performance. The board will also review recommendations regarding Purchasing Ordinance 1988-5 4.04.

• Section 115 Investment Policy Statement and strategy discussion
• Purchasing Ordinance 1988-5 4.04 review
• General Fund 4th Quarter 2024 Update
• 1Q25 Cash & Investment DRAFT
• Cost Allocation Plan preliminary data gathering

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss the status of its FY 25-FY26 workplan. The meeting includes an update from the Community Development Director regarding San Pablo Avenue projects and business activities.

• Update on San Pablo Avenue major projects and economic activities
• Discussion of the 7/1/2024-6/30/2026 workplan status
• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The El Cerrito City Council will consider a range of items, including remote participation requests, public comments, and commission interview updates. The agenda includes adopting a consent calendar with several proclamations, budget authorizations, and a professional services agreement. A public hearing will decide the final subdivision map for a new 14‑unit condominium and commercial building at 1715 Elm Street. The Council will also vote on a housing development agreement for the El Cerrito Plaza transit‑oriented development.

• Approve final subdivision map for one‑lot subdivision at 1715 Elm Street (14 condo units + 1 commercial unit)
• Adopt professional services agreement with Urban37, Inc. for on‑call building services, up to $250,000 per fiscal year
• Authorize spending authority for fire vehicle maintenance vendors that may exceed $45,000 for FY 2024‑25
• Authorize execution of Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) agreement for El Cerrito Plaza Station TOD, Parcel A South at 515 Richmond Street
• Adopt resolution approving SEIU Local 1021 agreement modifying salaries, benefits, and employment conditions

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will consider approving the minutes from its May 16, 2024 meeting. It will discuss city-wide updates to regulations for advisory bodies and set the 2025 regular meeting calendar. The commission will also debrief recent events and plan upcoming community events such as the MLK Jr. Parade.

• Approval of minutes from the May 16, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of city-wide regulation changes for advisory bodies
• Discussion of the 2025 regular annual meeting calendar for HRC
• Loving Day event debrief
• Planning for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and event

Financial Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the El Cerrito Financial Advisory Board scheduled for September 24, 2024 at 6:30 PM was cancelled. The board will reconvene at its next regular meeting on October 22, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. No agenda items were considered at the cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting set for October 22, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Citizen Street Oversight Committee

The Citizens Street Oversight Committee will review the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Agreed Upon Procedures Report. The body will also discuss its standing rules and elect a Committee Chair and Vice Chair.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Annual Report Memorandum to City Council regarding Measure A Street Improvement Fund
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Public Work Personnel Budget Information
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Expenditure Plan Status Report
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of Committee Standing Rules adopted September 28, 2020

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new residential subdivision and a request to extend a design review approval. The body will also consider the adoption of minutes from the June 20, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for a Final Subdivision Map at 1715 Elm Street to create 14 condominium residential units and one commercial condominium unit
• Public hearing for an extension of Tier IV Design Review approval at 10919 San Pablo Avenue for a building with 90 residential units and 2,998 square feet of commercial space

City Council

The El Cerrito City Council will consider a five‑year agreement with Axon Inc. to provide police equipment and services, limited to $159,000 per year and $785,192 total. Other agenda items include adopting a consulting services agreement for on‑call engineering, granting spending authority for vendors over $45,000, and authorizing the roll forward of over $13 million in purchase orders. A public hearing on fire‑hazard abatement and a development agreement for the 1715 Elm Street project are also on the docket.

• Police Equipment and Services Agreement with Axon Inc. – up to $159,000 annually, $785,192 total
• Consulting Services Agreements for on‑call engineering and project management – up to $250,000 per fiscal year for each of three firms
• Spending Authority for vendors expected to exceed $45,000 in FY 2024‑25
• Roll forward of purchase orders: $604,623.85 from the General Fund and $12,348,520.48 from special revenue and enterprise funds
• Fire Hazard Abatement public hearing and nuisance abatement resolution

City Council

The council will consider any emergency remote‑participation request from a councilmember under AB 2449. Public members may address the council during a limited oral comments period. The meeting includes two closed‑session items: a city‑manager performance evaluation and a conference with negotiators, both under Government Code § 54957. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Consider emergency remote‑participation request from a councilmember (AB 2449)
• Oral public comments (limited to agenda items)
• Closed‑session employee performance evaluation for City Manager (Gov’t Code § 54957)
• Closed‑session conference with negotiators (Gov’t Code § 54957.6)
• Adjourn special city council meeting

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet on September 16, 2024 at City Hall. The committee will consider adopting the minutes from the August 19 meeting, elect a new Vice‑Chair after a recent resignation, and review the status of its workplan for fiscal years 2025‑2026. Public comments are allowed on any topic within the committee’s jurisdiction. The meeting also includes updates from staff, the mayor, and the El Cerrito Chamber of Commerce.

• Adopt minutes from the regular meeting held on August 19, 2024
• Nominate and elect a Vice‑Chair to replace the vacant position
• Discuss the workplan covering July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026 (FY 25‑FY26)
• Staff and City Council liaison announcements and reports
• El Cerrito Chamber of Commerce updates

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will discuss and potentially take action on several community event plans. The body is also reviewing city-wide regulation changes for advisory bodies and establishing a workplan.

• Planning for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Event
• Planning for the United Against Hate Week Event
• Debrief of the Loving Day event
• Discussion on city-wide regulation changes for advisory bodies
• Planning for HRC history moments and events

Urban Forest Committee

The Urban Forest Committee will hear a presentation on the Richmond Street Safety Improvement Project between Elm St. and Fairmount Ave and provide input before a public workshop on September 12. The committee will also consider adopting minutes from the August 12 meeting and rescheduling the November 11 meeting to November 12. Additional discussion will cover collaborations with the Environmental Quality Committee and the Park and Recreation Commission, as well as work‑plan visioning for 2025‑27.

• Presentation on Richmond Street Complete Streets Improvement Project (Elm St. to Fairmount Ave)
• Consider motion to adopt minutes from the August 12, 2024 UFC meeting
• Consider motion to move the November 11, 2024 UFC meeting to November 12, 2024
• Updates on collaboration with the Environmental Quality Committee
• Updates on collaboration with the Park and Recreation Commission

Financial Advisory Board

The Financial Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the city's comprehensive financial policy and workplan. The board will also review the vetting process for youth participation.

• Discussion and possible action on General Fund Reserve percentages
• Discussion and possible action regarding the board workplan
• Review of applicant vetting for youth participation
• Approval of July 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission is discussing the approval of a call for artists for a pavement art pilot project. The body is also considering a mini grant for the El Cerrito Art Association and a term extension for the city's Poet Laureate.

• Pavement art pilot project at San Pablo Avenue and Wall Avenue with a $1,500 artist award
• Mini grant request from Eileen Libby for the 47th Annual El Cerrito Art Association Show and Sale
• Proposed expenditures up to $300 for October Arts Month posters and outreach
• Possible term extension for Poet Laureate Tess Taylor through September 30, 2025
• Development of a public database for El Cerrito arts organizations and artists

Committee on Aging

The regular meeting of the Committee on Aging scheduled for August 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

City Council

The El Cerrito City Council will consider several resolutions, including a lease‑purchase agreement for medical devices, changes to the city classification plan, and an amendment to a police district license agreement. A public hearing on fire hazard abatement will also be held. Routine items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and adoption of the consent calendar are included.

• Adopt resolution for a 66‑month lease purchase of five EKG monitors and three mechanical CPR devices, not to exceed $79,000 per year, total price $331,173.
• Adopt resolution amending the City Classification Plan to revise Van Driver II and Administrative Assistant I/II classifications and add Fire Marshal, Van Driver I, and Neighborhood Preservation Program Coordinator positions.
• Adopt resolution authorizing amendment of the license agreement with Kensington Police Protection & Community Services District to extend use of the modular building at 10940 San Pablo Avenue for three years, with options for two‑year extensions.
• Conduct a public hearing on fire hazard abatement, declaring weeds, rubbish, and other flammable material on specified property as a public nuisance and ordering abatement.
• Adopt the consent calendar and approve City Council minutes from June 18 and July 16, 2024.

Community Safety Committee

The Community Safety Committee will meet to discuss participation in National Night Out and other outreach events. The committee will also consider changing the starting time for its meetings.

• Discussion on committee outreach including National Night Out
• Discussion regarding alternate starting times for committee meetings
• Approval of July 1st meeting minutes

Environmental Quality Committee

The Environmental Quality Committee meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, at City Council Chambers has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 13, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at the same location. Residents seeking additional information can contact staff liaison Christina Leard.

• July 9, 2024 meeting cancelled with no substantive agenda items
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Citizen Street Oversight Committee

The special meeting scheduled for July 8, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2024, at the Hana Gardens Senior Center.

Urban Forest Committee

The regular meeting of the Urban Forest Committee scheduled for July 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2024.

Community Safety Committee

The Community Safety Committee will vote on the 2024 meeting schedule. Members will also discuss recruiting a youth member and planning for the Fourth of July event.

• Vote on adoption of 2024 meeting schedule
• Decision regarding recruitment of a youth committee member
• Discussion of plan and booth assignments for El Cerrito Fourth of July event

Park and Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2024, at 7 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers.

Financial Advisory Board

The El Cerrito Financial Advisory Board will meet to elect a chair and vice chair. Members will adopt the board’s fiscal year 2024 accomplishments and approve workplan cycles for 2025 through 2027. The agenda also includes a proposal to reduce regular meetings to quarterly, per a City Council directive, and a discussion on adding a youth member.

• Election of board chair and vice chair
• Adoption of FY24 accomplishments, including EDRF funding and investment policy updates
• Approval of workplan cycles covering FY25-FY26 and FY26-FY27
• Proposal to reduce regular meetings to quarterly per City Council directive
• Discussion of advertising for a youth member appointment

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will discuss supporting the Albany Film Festival and potential new youth member appointments. The body will also consider a motion to fund the repair of five wind sculptures on San Pablo Avenue.

• Repair and re-installation of 5 San Pablo Avenue wind sculptures for $10,495
• Support for the Albany Film Festival
• Creation of an El Cerrito arts organization database
• Youth member appointment process
• ACC calendar planning for 4th of July, October Arts Month, and Juneteenth

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two conditional use permit applications. These include a request to expand a side setback at 157 Ashbury Ave and a request to install specific fences at 8455 Buckingham Drive.

• Conditional Use Permit for 157 Ashbury Ave to expand a nonconforming side setback
• Conditional Use Permit for 8455 Buckingham Drive to allow a 7’ wire mesh deer fence and a 6’ metal fence

City Council

The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2024-25 proposed budget and spending authority for the City, Public Financing Authority, and Employee Pension Board. Additional items include calling a municipal election for November 5, 2024, and authorizing on-call engineering services.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024-25 proposed budget and spending authority
• Resolution to call the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election for three City Council seats
• On-call engineering and project management agreements not to exceed $250,000 per fiscal year each
• SB 1 Road Repair and Accountability Act project list for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Public hearing regarding fire hazard abatement of weeds, rubbish, or flammable material

Municipal Services Corporation

The El Cerrito Municipal Services Corporation board meets on June 18, 2024, to approve the fiscal year 2024-25 budget and set annual spending authority. The agenda also includes a consent calendar vote to approve minutes from March 19, 2024, and procedural items regarding remote participation under AB 2449. No public hearings, rezoning actions, or new contracts are scheduled for this session.

• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 proposed budget and spending authority
• Consent calendar vote to approve meeting minutes from March 19, 2024
• Consideration of emergency remote participation requests under AB 2449

Economic Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee scheduled for June 17, 2024, has been cancelled.

Human Relations Commission

The regular meetings scheduled for May 8, 2024, and June 12, 2024, have been cancelled. This notice applies to the El Cerrito Human Relations Commission.

• Cancellation of May 8, 2024 meeting
• Cancellation of June 12, 2024 meeting

Urban Forest Committee

The committee will review accomplishments from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Members will also discuss future work plan visioning and potential collaboration with the Environmental Quality Committee and Park and Recreation Commission.

• Approval of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2023/2024 UFC Accomplishments document
• Collaboration updates with Environmental Quality Committee and Park and Recreation Commission
• Visioning for 2025/26 and 2026/27 work plans
• Update on urban forestry grants and fundraising

Financial Advisory Board

The Financial Advisory Board will discuss and consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the adoption of the Proposed Biennial Budget for FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26. The meeting includes reports from city staff or councilmembers on city policies and significant actions.

• Review of Proposed Biennial Budget FY 2024-25 & FY 2025-26

City Council

The City Council will review the draft biennial budget for fiscal years 2024-25 and 2025-26. The meeting includes a public hearing on renewing the Police Department's military equipment ordinance and a discussion on forming a new Community Safety Committee.

• Public hearing for renewal of Military Equipment Ordinance 2022-01
• Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2024-25 and 2025-26 Biennial Budget
• Resolution to disband Crime Prevention Committee and form Community Safety Committee
• On-call engineering and project management agreements up to $250,000 per year per firm
• Update on Hillside Natural Area Fire Resilience and Forest Conservation Management Plan

General

The City Council will conduct a tour of city-owned property located at 10936 San Pablo Ave. No formal action or votes are proposed during this special meeting.

• Tour of city-owned property at 10936 San Pablo Ave

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two conditional use permit applications from Prospect Sierra School. The requests involve amending existing permits to allow for the construction of 8-foot high wrought iron fences at both campus locations.

• Conditional Use Permit: 2060 Tapscott Ave (Prospect Sierra School)
• Conditional Use Permit: 960 Avis Drive (Prospect Sierra School)

Financial Advisory Board

The Financial Advisory Board will discuss and document accomplishments from the prior fiscal year. Members will also discuss setting a date for a special meeting in June to review the proposed budget before final council adoption.

• Discussion of FY24 Accomplishments
• Setting a date for a June special meeting to review the proposed budget

Park and Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for May 22, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2024, at 7 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2024-25 Master Fee Schedule, landscape assessments, and storm drain fees. The meeting also includes a budget study session covering proposed plans for fiscal years 2024-25 and 2025-26.

• Public hearing for FY 2024-25 Master Fee Schedule
• Public hearing for Landscape and Lighting Assessment District No. 1988-1 ($72 per single-family residential parcel)
• Public hearing for FY 2024-25 Storm Drain Annual Report and fee collection
• Budget study session for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and 2025-26
• Closed session with negotiators regarding the Police Employees Association

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will consider a $12,000 funding request for stage performances at the 4th of July Festival. The commission will also discuss reducing its regular meeting frequency from monthly to quarterly. Additionally, members will discuss creating a public database of local arts organizations.

• $12,000 funding request for 4th of July Festival stage performances
• Proposal to reduce regular meeting schedule from monthly to quarterly
• Development of a public database for El Cerrito arts organizations
• Upcoming Call for Artists for utility box and pavement art
• Public art discussion regarding 729 Kearney

Economic Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024, has been cancelled.

Human Relations Commission

The commission will discuss city-wide updates regarding regulation changes for advisory bodies. The meeting also includes discussions on the regular meeting calendar, event planning, and the Loving Day celebration.

• Updates on city-wide regulation changes for advisory bodies
• Review of the HRC regular meeting calendar
• Planning for history moments and events
• Discussion regarding the Loving Day celebration
• Letter of support for a Wall of Fame nomination

Citizen Street Oversight Committee

The regular meeting of the Citizens Street Oversight Committee scheduled for May 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting will be scheduled for June or July at Hana Gardens - Senior Center.

Urban Forest Committee

The committee will consider reducing its regular meeting frequency from monthly to quarterly. Members will also receive a presentation on the Contra Costa County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and updates on various work plan items.

• Presentation: Contra Costa County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Action Item: Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Action Item: Motion to reduce regular meeting schedule to quarterly
• Update: HNA Fire Resilience and Forest Conservation Management Plan
• Update: Urban Forestry Grants and Fundraising

Human Relations Commission

The regular meetings for the El Cerrito Human Relations Commission scheduled for May 8, 2024, and June 12, 2024, have been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a study session on the biennial budget for fiscal years 2024-25 and 2025-26. The meeting also includes a closed session with labor negotiators representing the Police Employees Association and SEIU Local 1021.

• Budget study session for Fiscal Years 2024-25 and 2025-26
• $371,923 contract for ADA Modification - Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Project
• $174,000 purchase of three hybrid Ford Explorer police vehicles
• Extension of ChildCare Careers, LLC services agreement up to $95,000
• Rejection of all bids for Miscellaneous Storm Drain Repair Project No. C5036.10

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a Tier II amendment request for a proposed 6-story building at 6501 Fairmount Avenue. The applicant seeks to modify the windows of the project, which includes 45 residential units and approximately 1,841 square feet of ground floor commercial space.

• Public Hearing: 6501 Fairmount Avenue Design Review Amendment (Application PL24-0021)
• Proposed 6-story building with 45 residential units and ~1,841 square feet of commercial space
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Park and Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for April 24, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2024.

Financial Advisory Board

The Financial Advisory Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes a budget workshop and a discussion regarding the Comprehensive Financial Policy, specifically GF Reserve and EDRF reserve percentages.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Budget Workshop
• Review of Comprehensive Financial Policy (GF Reserve and EDRF reserve percentages)
• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2024, and March 26, 2024

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will consider a $1,100 grant request for the El Cerrito Free Folk Festival and review the 2024 Utility Box Public Art Call for Artists. Members will also discuss updates to advisory body regulations, the ACC workplan, and upcoming calendar events.

• Proposed $1,100 grant for the El Cerrito Free Folk Festival
• Public art presentation for 1711 Eastshore Blvd. Public Storage Facility
• 2024 Utility Box Public Art Call for Artists (CFA) approval
• Updates to advisory body regulations regarding meeting frequency and youth participation
• Review of the Arts & Culture Commission Draft Work Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of the Design Review Board's approval for a project at 1711-1755 Eastshore Boulevard. The proposed development consists of a new 6-story building containing 305 residential units.

• Public Hearing: Design Review Appeal for 1711-1755 Eastshore Blvd (PL24-0013)
• Appeal of Tier II Design Review for a new 6-story building with 305 residential units
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Economic Development Committee

The committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also receive an update on advisory body regulations and discuss the selection of a cycle for the next Biennial Workplan.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Update on modifications to advisory body regulations
• Discussion regarding the next Biennial Workplan cycle

Human Relations Commission

The El Cerrito Human Relations Commission will meet on April 10, 2024, to discuss city-wide updates regarding regulation changes for advisory bodies. The commission also plans to discuss the regular meeting calendar and event planning for Loving Day.

• City-wide regulation changes for advisory bodies
• Planning for the Loving Day celebration
• Review of the HRC regular meeting calendar
• Approval of March 29, 2024 special meeting minutes
• Planning for ongoing history moments and events

Urban Forest Committee

The committee will hold its annual election of a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss the Urban Forest Committee Work Plan, Arbor Day, and upcoming Earth Day activities.

• Election of UFC Chair and Vice Chair
• Payment of $550.23 for El Cerrito Arbor Week support materials
• Discussion of 2024 Arbor Day debrief
• Discussion of El Cerrito Earth Day on April 20, 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider distributing a $5,928,706 general fund surplus from fiscal year 2022-23. The meeting also includes a special session regarding property negotiations near the El Cerrito Plaza BART Station.

• Negotiations for city property adjacent to El Cerrito Plaza BART Station
• Distribution of $5,928,706 in FY 2022-23 General Fund Surplus
• Swim Center Activity Pool Slide and Tower replacement up to $168,950
• Annual NPDES program assessment at $38.00 per Equivalent Runoff Unit
• Parking time limit modification at 11224 San Pablo Avenue

Park and Recreation Commission

This notice confirms the cancellation of the El Cerrito Parks and Recreation Commission’s regular meeting scheduled for March 27, 2024. No agenda items or votes were processed at this session. The commission will resume its next regular meeting on April 24, 2024, at City Hall Council Chambers.

• No substantive items were scheduled; the March 27 meeting was cancelled.

Financial Advisory Board

The El Cerrito Financial Advisory Board will review the completed fiscal year 2023 audit and receive a midyear budget update from Finance Director Crystal Reams. Members will also discuss the board’s upcoming workplan, hear updates on Section 115 investment policy, and approve minutes from the January meeting. These reviews track how city funds are managed and inform future financial planning for residents.

• Review of FYE 2023 audit completion
• Midyear budget update presentation and timeline
• Section 115 investment policy update
• Discussion of the board’s upcoming workplan
• Approval of minutes from the January 23, 2023 meeting

Arts and Culture Commission

The commission will receive a presentation regarding the Public Art Fund and anticipated expenses for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Members will also consider a motion to approve up to $1,000 for staff support for City Hall Gallery show receptions held outside regular hours.

• Public Art Fund budget update for FY 2023-2024
• Motion to approve up to $1,000 for City Hall Gallery staff support
• Review of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Work Plan implementation

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to elect a new chair and vice chair for 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding planning for Juneteenth and Loving Day celebrations. The commission may also consider a letter of support for a Wall of Fame nomination.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Juneteenth celebration planning
• Loving Day celebration planning
• Wall of Fame nomination support letter
• Approval of February 29, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting outside its jurisdiction to meet with various state and local agency representatives. The agenda includes meetings with CalFire, Caltrans, Senator Nancy Skinner, Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, and the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services.

• Meeting with CalFire
• Meeting with Cal Trans
• Meeting with Senator Nancy Skinner
• Meeting with Assemblymember Buffy Wicks
• Meeting with California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several development applications, including permit requests for property setbacks on Portola Drive and Junction Avenue. The commission will also consider a subdivision map for new condominium units at 1715 Elm Street. Additionally, staff will present an update on the Local Road Safety Plan.

• Conditional Use Permit for side setback expansion at 6551 Portola Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for building height and setback changes at 2010 Junction Avenue
• Tentative Subdivision Map for 14 residential and one commercial condo unit at 1715 Elm Street
• Update on the Local Road Safety Plan

Municipal Services Corporation

The Municipal Services Corporation is considering a pilot program for Coordinated Outreach Referral Engagement (C.O.R.E.) services through Contra Costa Health. The board will also vote on authorizing legal services with Redwood Public Law LLP. Additionally, the meeting includes the approval of minutes from November 2023.

• Contract for C.O.R.E. services and Housing Security Funds not to exceed $108,822
• Resolution authorizing legal services with Redwood Public Law LLP
• Approval of November 7, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a memorandum of understanding to form a regional Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group. The meeting also includes a presentation from the West Contra Costa Unified School District and several items for the consent calendar.

• Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group MOU for Alameda and Contra Costa Counties
• Revisions to City Board, Commission, and Committee regulations
• WCCUSD presentation on current initiatives
• FY 2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Amendment to consulting services agreement with Godbe Research regarding Measure R

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss a potential co-sponsored summer shop local campaign with the Chamber of Commerce and Recreation Department. Members will also review and consider adopting the 2024 workplan strategies.

• Co-sponsorship of El Cerrito Summer Makers Market at City Hall or Hana Gardens
• Adoption of 2024 EDC workplan strategies
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 18, 2023, and November 27, 2023

Human Relations Commission

The regular meeting of the El Cerrito Human Relations Commission scheduled for March 13, 2024, has been cancelled.

Urban Forest Committee

The committee will review the Urban Forest Committee Work Plan and upcoming events. Discussion includes preparations for Arbor Day 2024 and El Cerrito Earth Day on April 20, 2024. The body may also discuss the public draft for the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan.

• Reappointment of Cassie Hughes and Robert Hrubes to four-year terms
• Arbor Day 2024 planning
• Public draft for the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan
• El Cerrito Earth Day on April 20, 2024

City Council

At this meeting, the El Cerrito City Council is set to consider a midyear budget update that proposes adding $3,034,754 in appropriations to cover revenue shortfalls and higher costs. The council will also review an amendment to increase a 4Leaf, Inc. contract from $750,000 to $1,750,000 for staffing and building services, and consider supporting financing for 69 affordable housing units at 11690 San Pablo Avenue. Staff will additionally present findings on police recognition and citywide compensation studies.

• Approve $3,034,754 in FY 2023-24 budget appropriation increases to cover revenue shortfalls and higher expenditures
• Amend contract with 4Leaf, Inc. to increase funding from $750,000 to $1,750,000 for staffing vacancies and building services
• Support Contra Costa County bond issuance to finance 69 affordable housing units at 11690 San Pablo Avenue
• Authorize application for the Prohousing Incentive Program
• Approve legal services agreement with Redwood Public Law LLP and name Sky Woodruff as City Attorney

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming community events and planning. Discussion items include the Juneteenth celebration, Loving Day, and flag rotation.

• Juneteenth celebration planning
• Loving Day celebration planning
• Flag rotation discussion
• HRC History Moment/Event Planning

Financial Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Financial Advisory Board scheduled for February 27, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2024.

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review recommendations for several arts positions. The agenda includes the appointment of a new Poet Laureate and two Artists in Residency, as well as the approval of a draft workplan.

• Appointment of Tess Taylor as El Cerrito Poet Laureate ($2,000 stipend)
• Appointment of Zona Sage and Lisa Zimmer-Chu as ECCRU Artists in Residency ($1,500 stipend each)
• Approval of the Commission's draft workplan for fiscal year 2023-2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a second story addition at 1224 Richmond Street. The agenda also includes a recommendation regarding the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report and a resolution for property acquisition at 10936 San Pablo Avenue.

• Conditional Use Permit: Second story addition exceeding building envelope requirements at 1224 Richmond Street
• General Plan Annual Progress Report: Recommendation to City Council to receive and file the 2023 report
• Property Acquisition: Resolution finding that acquisition of 10936 San Pablo Avenue is consistent with the General Plan

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session regarding public employee appointments and labor negotiations. The regular meeting includes discussions on affordable housing development at El Cerrito Plaza Station and the disbanding of the Crime Prevention Committee.

• Affordable housing agreement for 70 units at 515 Richmond Street
• Extension of custodial services with Universal Building Services up to $110,000
• Resolution to disband the Crime Prevention Committee
• FY 2023-24 General Fund Budget Quarterly Update through December 2023
• Closed session regarding City Attorney appointment and labor negotiations

Human Relations Commission

The regular meeting of the El Cerrito Human Relations Commission scheduled for February 14, 2024, has been cancelled. Staff liaison Shannon Bassi is the contact for additional information.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for various commissions. Following these interviews, the Council may confer with staff regarding vacancies and decide on official appointments.

• Commission interviews and potential appointments

Economic Development Committee

The regular meeting of the El Cerrito Economic Development Committee scheduled for February 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The provided agenda contains only a notice of cancellation.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a Tier II design review for 1711-1755 Eastshore Boulevard. The application proposes a new six-story building containing 305 residential units. The board will also adopt the November 1, 2023 meeting minutes and the regular meeting schedule.

• Tier II Design Review for 1711-1755 Eastshore Boulevard (305 residential units)
• Adoption of November 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Adoption of the regular meeting schedule

City Council

The City Council will review several policy matters including landscaping service agreements and park maintenance funding. The meeting also includes various proclamations and the receipt of financial reports.

• Proclamation honoring Captain Thomas Wade as Firefighter of the Year
• Black History Month Proclamation
• Lunar New Year Proclamation
• Side letter agreement with SEIU Local 1021 regarding salaries and contract extension
• Landscape maintenance agreement with Rubicon Landscape Corporation up to $316,660 in FY 2024-25

Park and Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for January 24, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 28, 2024.

Financial Advisory Board

The Financial Advisory Board will review the Section 115 Investment Policy draft and receive an update on the FYE 2023 Audit. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the General Fund reserve balance, the budget timeline, and a workplan.

• Section 115 Investment Policy draft discussion
• FYE 2023 Audit update
• General Fund reserve balance discussion
• Budget kickoff and timeline discussion

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will discuss its upcoming workplan and consider a request for financial support from the El Cerrito Preschool Cooperative. The requested funds are intended to support the annual Messy Art Day community event.

• Mini grant request: $1,000 from Monica Monjes Iacuaniello of El Cerrito Preschool Cooperative for Messy Art Day
• Discussion regarding the Commission's workplan

Economic Development Committee

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Committee scheduled for Thursday, January 18, 2024, has been cancelled.

General

The Planning Commission and Design Review Board will hold a special joint meeting. The provided text contains only the meeting schedule and access information.

Design Review Board

The Planning Commission and Design Review Board will conduct an advisory review of the Master Plan for the El Cerrito Plaza Station Transit Oriented Development. The proposal includes five new buildings with 673 residential units and approximately 2,100 square feet of retail space near the Plaza BART station. A 20,000 square foot public library may also be included if financing is secured.

• Advisory review of El Cerrito Plaza Station TOD Master Plan (PL23-0024)
• Proposal for 673 residential units and 2,100 square feet of retail
• Potential 20,000 square foot public library subject to financing

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Design Review Board will conduct a joint advisory review of the El Cerrito Plaza Station TOD master plan. The project proposes five new residential and mixed-use buildings near the Plaza BART station.

• Advisory review of El Cerrito Plaza Station TOD Master Plan (PL23-0024)
• Proposal for 673 new residential units
• Proposed 2,100 square-foot commercial ground-floor retail space
• Potential inclusion of a 20,000 square foot public library if financing is secured
• Development located at 6699 Fairmount Avenue and surrounding parking lots

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to purchase property at 10936 San Pablo Avenue for $1,604,631. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Wildcat El Cerrito Pipeline Project and a revised resolution regarding affordable housing units at 11690 San Pablo Avenue.

• $1,604,631 purchase of property at 10936 San Pablo Avenue
• Revised resolution for 69 affordable housing units at 11690 San Pablo Avenue
• Wildcat El Cerrito Pipeline Project presentation by EBMUD
• Approval of the 24-25 Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency payment schedule

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will discuss planning for the 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Event. The commission will also consider future listening sessions and the 2024 regular meeting calendar.

• Planning for the 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Event
• Discussion regarding future Listening Session events
• Review of the 2024 Regular Meeting Calendar
• Approval of September 13, 2023 meeting minutes