Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING (5:00 PM)
Hillside Conference Room - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito; and
265 Peachtree NE Atlanta, Georgia
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Council Chambers - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito;
and
265 Peachtree NE Atlanta, Georgia
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1. Cable T.V. Broadcast on KCRT Channel 28
2. Livestream Online at www.elcerrito.gov/MeetingsandAgendas 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.
Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
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. 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) Contact: Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, City Management
3. 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
A. Proclamation Recognizing El Cerrito Resident Janet James Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation recognizing and honoring Janet James for 40 Years of Service to Eskaton Hazel Shirley Manor.
Contact: Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management B. Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District (MVCD) Update Action Proposed: Receive and file an overview of Contra Costa MVCD services and response to recent activity in El Cerrito.
Contact: Paula Macedo, General Manager, MVCD
C. West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) Update Action Proposed: Receive and file a presentation from WCCUSD covering key District ongoing initiatives, with the goal of continuing to foster strong communication and partnership with municipal leaders.
Contact: Cheryl Cotton, Superintendent, WCCUSD
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. Neighborhood Preservation Week Proclamation
Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation recognizing October 11–17, 2026 as Neighborhood Preservation Week in the City of El Cerrito.
Contact: Jennifer Bright, Management Assistant, Community Development Department
Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
B. Filipino American History Month Proclamation
Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation recognizing October 2026 as Filipino American History Month in El Cerrito.
Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City
Management
C. National Arts and Humanities Month Proclamation
Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation in support and recognition of October 2026 as National Arts and Humanities Month in El Cerrito.
Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City
Management
D. United Against Hate Week Proclamation
Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation declaring October 18-24, 2026 as United Against Hate Week in the City of El Cerrito.
Contact: Will Provost, Assistant to the City Manager, City Management E. Unity Day Proclamation
Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation declaring October 21, 2026 as Unity Day in the City of El Cerrito.
Contact: Christopher Jones, Recreation Director, Recreation Department
F. Park and Recreation Commission Mid-Year Report
Action Proposed: Receive and file a mid-year report from the Park and Recreation Commission.
Contact: Lauren Dodge, Chair, Park and Recreation Commission G. Resolution Approving Amendment to Agreement with Tecknica Auto, Inc. for Repair Services to Change Compensation to an Amount Not-To-Exceed $80,000.
Action Proposed: Approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend an agreement with Tecknica Auto, Inc. for the provision of repair services, until July 31, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $80,000 over the term of the agreement.
Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger
Contact: Yvetteh Ortiz, Public Works Director, Public Works Department; Paul Keith, Chief of Police, El Cerrito Police Department H. Resolution Authorizing Two-Year Contract Extensions and a Combined Annual Expenditure Limit for On-Call Professional Services Contracts
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute contract amendments to extend the terms of existing professional services agreements for on-call services for an additional two (2) years through October 2028, and establish a combined annual spending authority, not-to-exceed $2,000,000 across all designated consultants per fiscal year and grant the City Manager authority to approve contract adjustments within the approved budget.
Contact: Jennifer Bright, Management Assistant, Claudia Garcia, Community Development Director, Community Development Department
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. POLICY MATTERS
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, October 20, 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.