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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:
Tbe Valley of Opportunity
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CONSENT ITEMS:
Consent Items are routine matters enacted by one motion according to the RECOMMENDATION listed below. With the concurrence of the City Council, a Council Member or person in attendance may request discussion of a Consent Item at this time.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the March 24, 2026, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Approval of Resolution to Award Bid No. 023-26 – Washington Avenue Safety Improvements
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to:
Approve Plans and Specifications for Washington Avenue Safety Improvements, Bid No. 023-26; and
1. Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Palm Engineering Construction Company, Inc. (PECCI), in the not-to-exceed amount of $2,543,303.35.
2. 5. Approval of Resolution Authorizing Contract Amendment for RFP No. 028-24 – Oakdale Alameda Construction Management Services
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to increase compensation for the Public Works Contract with Unico Engineering, Inc. (UEI) for Oakdale Alameda Construction Management Services in the not-to-exceed amount of $150,475.52 through June 30, 2026.
6. Approval of Resolution to Award of RFQ No. 12600334 – Less-Lethal & Tactical
6. Approval of Resolution to Award of RFQ No. 12600334 – Less-Lethal & Tactical Specialized Law Enforcement Munitions
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, to:
Find the second low bidder non-responsive for the reason set forth in this agenda report;
1. Award purchase orders to the lowest responsive, responsible bidders: Arms Unlimited, Inc. in the amount of $4,011.72 for Items 5 and 8-9; and Proforce Marketing Inc. dba Proforce Law Enforcement in the amount of $7,155.22 for Items 1-3; and
2. Reject and authorize re-bidding of Items 4 and 6-7 in accordance with Public Contract Code 20164.
3. 7. Monthly Treasurer’s Report for the period ended February 28, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council receives the Monthly Treasurer’s Report for the period ended February 28, 2026.
8. Adoption of Ordinance to Amend El Cajon Municipal Code Chapter 3.20 for Bidding and Written Contracts
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopts the next Ordinance, in order, to amend the El Cajon Municipal Code, Chapter 3.20, regarding Bidding and Written Contracts.
9. Travel Expenses to Testify Before California Assembly Committee (AB 1959) - Ortiz
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council reviews and approves the attached claim for advance/reimbursement of travel expense form for Councilmember Phil Ortiz, submitted in accordance with City Council Policy G-1.
10. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Engine 208 Budget Amendments
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council:
Increases Fiscal Year 2025-26 Fire Department – Suppression (101410) appropriations by $510,000 from General Fund Reserves; and
1. Authorizes the addition of six positions (6 FTE) to the El Cajon Fire Department as detailed in this report.
2. 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 on the Agenda; however, Council, Authority and Agency Members may briefly respond to statements or questions. An item may be placed on a future Agenda.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
11. Tax Revenue Analysis and Staffing Levels
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council receives the report and provides feedback and/or direction.
12. Reckless Speed Warning Pilot Program Overview
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council receives the report on a potential Reckless Speed Warning pilot program and provides feedback and direction.
COMMISSION REPORTS:
ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF MAYOR WELLS
SANDAG (San Diego Association of Governments) Board of Directors.
13. Council Activity Report
ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:
14. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE
MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification JPA Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG – San Diego Military Working Group (non-voting chair).
15. COUNCILMEMBER GARY KENDRICK
METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
16. DEPUTY MAYOR MICHELLE METSCHEL
16. DEPUTY MAYOR MICHELLE METSCHEL
Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
17. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ
League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification JPA Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate.
JOINT COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS:
GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:
ORDINANCES: FIRST READING
ORDINANCES: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
CLOSED SESSIONS:
18. Closed Session - Government Code Section 54957- Public Employee Performance Evaluation: City Manager
19. Closed Session - Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives:
Graham Mitchell, City Manager
Jennifer Lyon, City Attorney
Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager
Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager
Clay Schoen, Director of Finance
Employee Organizations:
El Cajon Municipal Employees Association
El Cajon Mid-Management and Professional Employees Group El Cajon Professional Firefighters International Association of Fire Fighters Local 4603
20. Closed Session - Conference with Real Property Negotiators - Government Code section 54956.8:
Property:
Parkway Plaza
APN 482-270-56-00
APN 482-270-35-00
APN 482-270-42-00
Negotiating Parties:
Star-West Parkway Mall LP
Penney Property Sub Holdings LLC
Star-West Parkway Mall LP
City Negotiators:
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
City Attorney
Under Negotiation:
Price and terms of payment
ADJOURNMENT: The Adjourned Regular Joint Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/El Cajon Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency held this 14th day of April 2026, is adjourned to Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.