AGENDA
CITY OF EL CENTRO
CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026
City Hall Special Meeting 6:00 PM
CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 W MAIN STREET
EL CENTRO, CA 92243
Notice is hereby given that the Mayor of the City of El Centro has called a Special Meeting of the City Council to consider the item(s) on this agenda.
The Mayor and Council Members may be reached at (760) 336-8989.
Mayor:
Mayor Pro-Tem:
Council Members:
Michael Crankshaw
Claudia Camarena
Sylvia Marroquin
Marty Ellett
Sonia Carter
City Manager: Robert Sawyer
City Attorney: Joanna Hoff
City Clerk: Norma Wyles
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
This is a public meeting. If there is an item on the agenda on which you wish to be heard, you are asked to complete a blue speaker slip and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Persons wishing to address the Council are not required to identify themselves (Gov’t Code § 54953.3); however, this information assists the Mayor by ensuring that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes. When the item is announced and your name is called by the Mayor, please step to the podium and state your name for the record. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. If you wish to address the Council concerning any other matter not appearing on the agenda, you may do so during the public comment portion of the agenda. However, you may not show a visual presentation without review of that material. If you do so, you will be considered out of order. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record 6:00 OPEN SESSION
ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY:
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL BY CITY CLERK:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
(TIME MAY VARY) PUBLIC COMMENTS:
The City Council welcomes your input. At this time, members of the public may address the City Council on any matter not listed on the posted agenda. Pursuant to the Brown Act, no action will be taken on any issue brought forth under Public Comments. We ask that you please complete a “Speaker Slip” and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Although you are not required to identify yourself (Gov’t Code §54953.3); this information on the “Speaker Slip” assists the Mayor that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Rescission of Cancellation and Reinstatement of the Regular City Council Meeting of August 18, 2026.
Presentation: Michael Crankshaw, Mayor
Recommendation:
Adopt a motion rescinding the prior cancellation of the August 18, 2026, City Council meeting and direct the City Clerk to prepare and post the agenda for the August 18, 2026, Council meeting, pursuant to state law.
ADJOURNMENT:
Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet will be available for public inspection at the Office of the City Clerk, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California 92243, Monday-Friday during normal business hours.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the office of the City Clerk at (760) 337-4515. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangement to assure accessibility to this meeting.
City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2026-275)
Item: 1.
Meeting: 8/4/2026 6:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Michael Crankshaw
DOC ID: 2026-275
Rescission of Cancellation and Reinstatement of the Regular City Council Meeting of August 18, 2026.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a motion rescinding the prior cancellation of the August 18, 2026, City Council meeting and direct the City Clerk to prepare and post the agenda for the August 18, 2026, Council meeting, pursuant to state law.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE
DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC.:
BACKGROUND:
On July 21, 2026, the City Council voted to cancel the August 18, 2026, City Council meeting. However, the City Council has requested to reinstate the August 18, 2026, meeting to discuss action on a pressing matter.
DISCUSSION:
CONCLUSION:
Adopt a motion rescinding the prior cancellation of the August 18, 2026, City Council meeting and direct the City Clerk to prepare and post the agenda for the August 18, 2026, Council meeting, pursuant to state law.
ATTACHMENTS:
None