Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
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TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (6:00 PM)
Council Chambers - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito
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Conduct: This meeting is held pursuant to City Council Rules of Order and Procedure.
Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
6:00 PM ROLL CALL – CONVENE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OR OBSERVATION OF A
MOMENT OF SILENCE
2. TELECONFERENCE AND PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
3. COUNCIL/STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Reports of closed session, commission appointments and informational reports on matters of general interest which are announced by the City Council and staff.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
Remarks are typically limited to 3 minutes per person. The Mayor may reduce the time limit per speaker depending upon the number of speakers and may limit the total time for public comment to facilitate the completion of business on the agenda. Comments regarding non-agenda, presentation and consent calendar items will be heard first.
Comments related to items appearing on the Public Hearing or Policy Matter portions of the Agenda will be heard prior to the City Council taking action on each item.
5. PRESENTATIONS
6. ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the consent calendar shall be acted upon in one motion, unless a member of the City Council or staff request separate consideration.
A. Approval of Minutes
Action Proposed: Approve the City Council Meeting minutes from March 3 and 17, 2026.
Contact: Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management B. Adopt an Ordinance for Permanent Outdoor Dining and Retail Sales Regulations
Introduced on 3/17/2026. Exempt from CEQA pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2))and 15061(b)(3)).
Action Proposed: Adopt the ordinance titled:
An Ordinance of the City of El Cerrito to Amend Title 19 of the El Cerrito Municipal Code by Amending Section 19.20.150 and Repealing Section 19.20.160
Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
Contact: Diego Romero, Associate Planner; Sean Moss, Planning Manager, Community Development Department
C. Authorize Annual Report for Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District for Fiscal Year 2026-27
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution directing NBS Local Government Solutions (NBS), as the designated Engineer of Work, to prepare and file the annual Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 1988-1 report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27.
Contact: Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department; Yvetteh Ortiz, Public Works Director/City Engineer, Public Works Department
D. Earth Day Proclamation
Action Proposed: Pass a motion to approve a proclamation declaring April 25, 2026 as “Earth Day” in the City of El Cerrito and encouraging all residents and businesses to help make El Cerrito a greener, healthier, more sustainable place for all.
Contact: Christina Leard, Acting Senior Management Analyst, Public Works Department
E. Economic Development Commitee Appointment
Action Proposed: Approve an Economic Development Committee recommendation to appoint Julia Salinas, effective April 1, 2026.
Contact: Aissia Ashoori, Housing-Economic Development Manager; Community Development Department
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. POLICY MATTERS
A. Local Road Safety Plan Study Session
Action Proposed: Conduct a study session on key policy areas in the proposed Local Road Safety Plan and provide possible direction to City staff regarding these policies.
Contact: Jarrett Mullen, Sustainable Transportation Program Manager, Community Development Department; Yvetteh Ortiz, Public Works Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
Director/City Engineer, Public Works Department
B. Library Tax Exemption Study Session
Action Proposed: Conduct a study session on proposed and alternative potential exemptions for the proposed Library Tax Initiative (Measure C) and, if changes are desired, provide direction regarding actions to expand exemptions.
Contact: Sky Woodruff, City Attorney
9. CITY COUNCIL LOCAL & REGIONAL LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS
Mayor and City Council communications regarding local and regional liaison assignments, committee reports, and any required reporting under AB 1234 for meetings (as defined by the Brown Act) attended at the public's expense.
10. ADJOURN REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting is Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
The City of El Cerrito serves our diverse community by providing exceptional services that create a safe and resilient future for all.