Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
This information can be interpreted for you free of charge. Visit City Hall at 10890 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, CA 94530 or learn more at www.elcerrito.gov/LanguageAccess
Esta información se puede interpretar gratuitamente. Visite el Ayuntamiento en 10890 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, CA 94530 o obtenga más información en www.elcerrito.gov/LanguageAccess
这些信息可免费为您解释。请访问位于 10890 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, CA 94530 的市政厅，或访问 www.elcerrito.gov/LanguageAccess 了解更多信息
TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING (5:00 PM)
Hillside Conference Room - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito Join Via Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82804106371?pwd=8JtIyJgPPbZJ1kls3H8JHJHpJSy09s.1 Meeting ID: 828 0410 6371 Password: 199639 Dial in: 1-408-638-0968 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (6:00 PM)
Council Chambers - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito
Join Via Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88469010144?pwd=wWpahSimetpNFYEKXHu9JQhDmEZsXb.1 Meeting ID: 884 6901 0144 Passcode: 346087 Dial in: 1-408-638-0968 View (Regular Meeting Only):
1. Cable T.V. Broadcast on KCRT Channel 28
2. Livestream Online at www.elcerrito.gov/CouncilMeetingMaterials Public Comments:
1. In-person, by submitting a request to speak to the City Clerk.
2. Via Zoom, using the "Raise Hand" feature to request to speak.
3. By phone, dialing *9 to "raise your hand", and *6 to unmute.
4. Online, using the "Submit Comments" feature on the meeting event.
5. Via email to [email protected] indicating Public Comments – Agenda Item #.
Written comments received by 11:00 AM the day of the meeting will be provided to the City Council and posted online in advance of the meeting. Comments received after the deadline will be provided to the City Council and posted after the meeting.
Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at 510- 215-4305. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations. Closed Captions are available via zoom.
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
5:00 PM ROLL CALL - CONVENE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
All persons wishing to speak should sign up with the City Clerk. Remarks are typically limited to 3 minutes per person and to items on the special meeting agenda only.
2. CLOSED SESSION CONFERENCE WITH NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: Karen Pinkos, City Manager; Alexandra Orologas, Assistant City Manager; Shannon Bassi, Senior Human Resources Analyst; Glenn Berkheimer, Labor Negotiator; and Sky Woodruff, City Attorney.
Employee Organizations: Police Employees Association (PEA); and Public Safety Management Association (Police Chief, Fire Chief.) Contact: Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, City Management
3. CLOSED SESSION CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING
LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: David Ciappara v. City of El Cerrito (California Public Employment Relations Board Case No. SF-CE-2346-M)
Contact: Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, City Management
4. ADJOURN SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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.
Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
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. Financial Advisory Board Recommendation
Action Proposed: Receive and file recommendations from the Financial Advisory Board.
Contact: David Carvel, Chair, Financial Advisory Board
B. Loving Day Proclamation
Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation declaring June 12, 2026 as Loving Day in the City of El Cerrito, and encourage people to reflect on the Loving family and all of the pioneers who have and will continue to fight for the civil right to love.
Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City
Management
C. Economic Development Commitee Appointment
Action Proposed: Approve an Economic Development Committee recommendation to appoint UlugBeck Nurmatov, effective June 1, 2026.
Contact: Aissia Ashoori, Housing-Economic Development Manager; Community Development Department
D. Authorization for Purchase of a 2023 EV Ford E-Transit 350 Gamechanger Paratransit Van
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a purchase agreement with Model1 Commercial Vehicles through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (Contract Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
No. 0813250-CRE), in an amount not to exceed $115,000, for the purchase of one Ford E-Transit 350 for use in the Easy Ride Senior & Disabled Paratransit Program.
Contact: Bridget Cooney, Recreation Supervisor; Christopher Jones, Recreation Director, Recreation Department
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. POLICY MATTERS
A. Draft Proposed FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28 Biennial Budget Action Proposed: Receive and file the Draft Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 and 2027-28 City Biennial Budget and provide direction to staff as necessary.
Contact: Claire Coleman, Budget/Financial Services Manager; Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer; Finance Department
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, June 16, 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.