Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
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TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING (6:15 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
6:15 PM ROLL CALL - CONVENE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OR OBSERVATION OF A
MOMENT OF SILENCE
2. TELECONFERENCE AND PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Fifth Public Hearing on Transition to District-Based Elections – Introduction of an Ordinance to Establish District-based Elections, Adopt the Final Map to Establish District Boundaries, and Establish Sequence of District Elections
The set start time of this public hearing is 6:15 PM. Notice was published on 6/27/2026, draft maps were publically posted 6/30/2026 at www.elcerrito.gov/districts.
Action Proposed: Conduct a fifth public hearing and upon conclusion introduce the ordinance titled:
An Ordinance of the City of El Cerrito Amending Title 2 "Administration" of the El Cerrito Municipal Code to Add Section
2.04.007 "District Elections" Within Chapter 2.04 to Provide for the Election of Members of the City Council by Five Districts; Adopt the Final Map to Establish the District Boundaries and Establish the Sequence of District Elections.
Contact: Sky Woodruff, City Attorney; Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management
4. PRESENTATIONS
A. San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Implementation Update: Economic Development and Affordable Housing
Action Proposed: Receive and file a presentation on the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Economic Development and Affordable Housing Analysis and Implementation Strategy
Contact: Melanie Mintz, Community Development Director; Aissia Ashoori, Housing-Economic Development Program Manager, Community Development Department
Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
B. Resolution Honoring Community Development Director Melanie Mintz in Retirement
Action Proposed: Adopt a Resolution recognizing and honoring Community Development Director Melanie Mintz in retirement after serving the City of El Cerrito for 22 years.
Contact: Karen Pinkos, City Manager, City Management
5. ADJOURN SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The City of El Cerrito serves our diverse community by providing exceptional services that create a safe and resilient future for all.