Agenda packet — El Cerrito City Council, October 20, 2026

Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (6:00 PM)
Council Chambers - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito;
and
555 Canal Street New Orleans, Louisiana
Inquire at the front desk for room # to participate at this location Join Via Zoom:
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Conduct: This meeting is held pursuant to City Council Rules of Order and Procedure.

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Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger

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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.

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. Annual Sundar Shadi Garden Club Awards
Action Proposed: Receive and file a brief presentation and acknowledgment of contest winners.

Contact: Louise Moises, El Cerrito Garden Club Representative B. Updates from League of California Cities
Action Proposed: Receive and file a League of California Cities update from the East Bay Division Public Affairs Manager.

Contact: Sam Brightman, East Bay Regional Public Affairs Manager, League of California Cities
C. 2026 Legislative Update
Action Proposed: Receive and file a presentation on the 2026 legislative session by the City's Lobbyist, California Public Policy Group.

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Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger

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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 September 15 and October 6, 2026.

Contact: Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management B. Shelter in Place Education Day Proclamation
Action Proposed: Approve a proclamation recognizing November 4, 2026 as Shelter in Place Education Day in El Cerrito.

Contact: Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management C. FY 2026-27 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report
Action Proposed: Receive and file the City's First Quarter Cash and Investment Report for the period July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026.

Contact: Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department
D. Monthly Disbursement and Check Register Report for September 2026
Action Proposed: Receive and file the Monthly Disbursement and Check Register Report for the month of September 2026.

Contact: Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department
E. Authorization to Round Cash Transactions to the Nearest Five Cents
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution making Government Code Section 6158 applicable to the City and allowing rounding of cash transactions to the nearest five cents.

Contact: Claire Coleman, Budget/Financial Services Manager, Finance Department

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Mayor Councilmembers
Gabe Quinto William Ktsanes
Mayor Pro Tem Lisa Motoyama
Rebecca Saltzman AGENDA Carolyn Wysinger

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8. POLICY MATTERS
A. Adopt a Resolution Approving a Side Letter Agreement between the City of El Cerrito and the Public Safety Management Association (PSMA) to Modify Language on Salaries, Benefits, Conditions of Employment
Action Proposed: Adopt a Resolution Approving a Side Letter Agreement between the City of El Cerrito and the Public Safety Management Association (PSMA) to Modify Language on Salaries, Benefits, and Conditions of Employment
Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City
Management

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, November 17, 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.

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El Cerrito Garden Club
presents
Sundar Shadi Award winners
2026
Louise Moises, President and Sundar Shadi Award Chairperson Agenda Item No. 5.A.

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Mr Shadi in
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garden,
year and
photographer
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734
Pomona Ave
Melissa and
Eyal
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755 Pomona Ave
Kelly and John
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320
Coronado
Street
Holly
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Strengthening California Cities
through Advocacy and Education
Cal Cities Update
October 20, 2026
Presenter:

Sam Brightman, East Bay Division
Agenda Item No. 5.B.

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Your Team of Lobbyists
Damon Conklin
Legislative Advocate, Transportation,
Communications, and Public Works
[email protected]
Caroline Grinder
Legislative Advocate,
Community Services
[email protected]
Brady Guertin
Legislative Advocate, Housing,
Community, and Economic Development
[email protected]
Johnnie Pina
Legislative Advocate, Governance,
Transparency, and Labor Relations
[email protected]
Melissa Sparks-Kranz
Legislative Advocate,
Environmental Quality
[email protected]
Ben Triffo
Legislative Advocate,
Revenue and Taxation
[email protected]
Jolena Voorhis
Legislative Advocate,
Public Safety
[email protected]
Jason Rhine
Director of Legislative Affairs
League of California Cities
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org 2026 Cal Cities Advocacy Priorities

1.Protect and enhance local revenues and
expand economic development tools

2.Strengthen partnerships with the state to
improve public safety

3.Secure investments to prevent and reduce
homelessness and increase the supply of
affordable housing

4.Strengthen climate change resiliency and
disaster preparedness
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org Protect and enhance local revenues and expand
economic development tools
SB 922 (Laird) Vehicles: local agency charges: use of streets or highways.

This measure would clarify and reaffirm local authority related to the recovery of street maintenance and repair costs associated with providing essential public services.

Cal Cities Position: Support
Status: Signed!
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org Strengthen partnerships with the state to improve
public safety
AB 1941 (Gonzalez, M) Organized metal theft.

This measure would enhance enforcement against copper wire theft by targeting repeat and organized offenders who steal, or traffic prohibited metal materials.

Cal Cities Position: Support
Status: Signed!
SB 758 (Umberg) Public health: nitrous oxide.

This measure would prohibit the sale of nitrous oxide at retailers with a tobacco license except for grocery stores.

Cal Cities Position: Support
Status: Signed!
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org Strengthen partnerships with the state to improve
public safety
AB 1588 (Stefani) Vehicles: Sideshow Accountability and Community Safety Act.

This measure would establish new criminal penalties for engaging in an exhibition of speed when it occurred as part of a sideshow.

Cal Cities Position: Support
Status: Signed!
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org Secure investments to prevent and reduce
homelessness and increase the supply of
affordable housing
HHAP Funding in State Budget - $900 million
AB 1924 (Gabriel) Statewide homelessness prevention strategy.

This measure would require the California Interagency Council on Homelessness to develop a comprehensive statewide
homelessness prevention strategy, including model best
practices for local governments.

Cal Cities Position: Support
Status: Signed!
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org Secure investments to prevent and reduce
homelessness and increase the supply of
affordable housing
AB 2296 (Papan) Planning and zoning: housing element: regional housing needs allocation.

This measure would improve the housing element review process by encouraging local jurisdictions to begin planning earlier.

Specifically, the measure would allow cities to begin planning six months earlier than the existing law by requiring the Councils of Government to provide local governments their final Regional Housing Needs Allocation number six months sooner.

Cal Cities Position: Support
Status: Signed!
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org Strengthen climate change resiliency and disaster
preparedness
SB 492 (Becker) Wildfire.

This measure would have been the compromise deal between the Legislature and the Governor on the topic of wildfire liability. The package included:
• Establishing a statewide community wildfire strategy
• Creating a wildfire data sharing commons
• Creating a fast-pay program to get victims and survivors money faster • Restrict billboard attorneys and limit certain
cases for attorney’s fees
• Outlaws investing in wildfire claims by hedge
funds /private equity groups
• Limiting utility executive compensation if
there is a utility-caused wildfire
Status: Held on the Assembly Floor (Died)
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Strengthening California Cities through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org Strengthen climate change resiliency and disaster
preparedness
AB 1642 (Harabedian) Wildfires: contamination standards.

This measure would require DTSC to adopt regulations specifying the science-informed, health-based smoke standards for
investigation, environmental testing, and clearance, to guide the removal of lead, asbestos, and other hazardous chemicals inside and outside of homes, schools, workplaces, and other structures in residential areas after a wildfire to ensure safe re-occupancy and prevent new cancer cases attributable to such fires.

Cal Cities Position: Support
Status: Signed!
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Strengthening California Cities
through Advocacy and Education Follow us www.calcities.org QUESTIONS?
Sam Brightman
East Bay Division
[email protected]
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City of El Cerrito
City Council Legislative Update
October 20, 2026
Dane Hutchings, Founder and CEO, California Public Policy Group Ethan Nagler, Associate Lobbyist, California Public Policy Group CALIFORNIA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP • PUBLICPOLICYGROUP.COM
Agenda Item No. 5.C.

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Year in Review
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2026 Win: Expedited SR-123 Project Funding
State Route 123 Paving Project on San Pablo Avenue
• In early 2026, the project was slated for reprogramming to Fiscal Year 2027-28, a significant delay that would have deferred construction until early 2028. • CPPG worked with the City to secure a joint letter from Senator Arreguín and Assemblymember Wicks urging the California Transportation Commission to expedite the project on public safety grounds, citing pedestrian fatalities along the corridor. Members of the City Council met in person with Caltrans staff in Sacramento in March to discuss the matter and underscore the project’s importance to the City. CPPG also testified on the City’s behalf at the Commission’s February meeting.
• On August 31, Caltrans announced a $13,113,000 allocation for the SR-123 paving project, which will rehabilitate pavement, add street trees, and make pedestrian safety improvements.

Construction is now anticipated to begin in early 2027.

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2026: Year in Review
Dates and Numbers
• The legislative session ended August 31, and the deadline for the Governor to sign or veto legislation was September 30
• 2,230 bills were introduced in 2026
• 1,040 signed into law; 120 vetoed
Themes
• Artificial Intelligence, E-Bikes, Wildfire Liability, Tort Reform, Ballot Measures, Elections, Housing, Real Property Transfer Tax
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Measures of Interest:

Bills the City Did Not Position On
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Legislative Update: AB 736 (Mark González)
AB 736 (Mark González) Transfer taxes: limitation.

This bill prohibits any city or county from imposing a transfer tax at a rate exceeding 1.5%.

Status: Died in Senate Local Government Committee
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Legislative Update: AB 1383 (McKinnor)
AB 1383 (McKinnor) Public employees’ retirement
benefits.

This bill makes several changes to the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013 that apply prospectively to: (1) increase the pensionable compensation limit used to calculate retirement benefits for all public employees; (2) provide options for various retirement formulas applicable only to safety retirement plan members; and, (3) authorize employers and recognized employee organizations to negotiate a lower or higher safety retirement plan formula.

Status: Vetoed
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Legislative Update: SB 1164 (Cervantes)
SB 1164 (Cervantes) Elections.

This bill makes several changes to the California Voting Rights Act of 2001, including prohibiting a political subdivision or state agency from implementing, imposing, or enforcing any election policy or practice that results in, or is likely to result in, voter suppression.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: SB 122 (Budget)
SB 122 (Committee on Budget) Taxation.

This bill adds sales tax to the sale of digital prewritten software products.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: Electric Bicycles
AB 2346 (Wilson): This bill requires sold or manufactured Class 2 e-bikes to be equipped with a speedometer and
with front and rear lamps. Effective January 1, 2029.

SB 1167 (Blakespear): This bill clarifies that motorcycles, mopeds, motorized scooters, and off-highway vehicles may not be sold or advertised as e-bikes. Effective January 1, 2027.

AB 1569 (Davies): This bill requires a standardized e-bike safety and training program for students in grades 7 through

12. Effective January 1, 2027.

Status: Signed into law
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Legislative Update: SB 577 (Laird)
SB 577 (Laird) Public entities.

This bill provides that a public entity may be held liable for damages on a liability claim filed on or after January 1, 2027, only if it is apportioned 15% or more of the overall fault, among other changes.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: AB 1621 (Wilson)
AB 1621 (Wilson) Planning and Zoning Law:
postentitlement phase permits: Housing
Accountability Act.

This bill prohibits a state or local agency from requiring or requesting more than two plan check and specification reviews in connection with a complete building permit application.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: AB 1738 (Carrillo)
AB 1738 (Carrillo) State Housing Law: remote inspections.

This bill requires cities with a population exceeding 5,000 and counties with a population exceeding 150,000, to offer remote virtual building inspections for heat pump water heaters, air conditioning or ventilation systems, and solar photovoltaic systems, among other improvements, in single-family and twofamily homes.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: AB 1976 (Wicks)
AB 1976 (Wicks) Streets and highways: pedestrian and
bicycle facilities.

This bill prohibits a city or county from holding a community input meeting to reconsider, delay, or prevent the
implementation of a proposed pedestrian or bicycle safety project identified in its circulation element once that project has advanced beyond the 90% design stage. The bill also exempts the development of pedestrian malls from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: AB 2433 (Alvarez)
AB 2433 (Alvarez) Housing development: density bonus.

This bill requires a city or county to apply density bonus law whenever it finds that a housing project meets at least one of the law’s affordability requirements, rather than only when the applicant requests a density bonus. The bill also requires the city or county, after notifying the applicant whether the density bonus application is complete, to inform the applicant whether the project qualifies for a density bonus.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: AB 387 (Alanis)
AB 387 (Alanis) Nevaeh Youth Sports Safety Act.

This bill requires each public and private facility used for youth sports to ensure that a youth sports organization has access to any automated external defibrillator (AED) already located on site. The bill requires the facility to work with the youth sports organization to identify means of sharing the costs associated with ensuring that the
AED is accessible.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
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Legislative Update: AB 179 (Budget)
AB 179 (Committee on Budget) Housing.

This bill requires that state funding awarded to an affordable housing project be reduced by an amount equal to the
development impact fees imposed on the project by the city or county.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: July 1, 2027
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Positioned Bills
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Positioned Bill: AB 1821 (Pacheco)
AB 1821 (Pacheco) California Public Records Act:
agency response time.

This bill extends the deadline for public agencies to provide an initial response to a Public Records Act request by converting “10/14 days” to “10/14 business days.”
Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 1159 (Cabaldon)
SB 1159 (Cabaldon) Artificial intelligence: transparency and governance.

This bill clarifies that for several provisions of the Government Code, including the California Environmental Quality Act, the Public Records Act, and the Brown Act, that the term “person” does not include artificial intelligence systems, robots, or other automated entities.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 1218 (Arreguín)
SB 1218 (Arreguín) Vehicle immobilization: illegal
dumping violation penalties.

This bill expands vehicle immobilization authority to include vehicles whose registered owners have accumulated
delinquent illegal dumping violation notices or repeated failures to pay or appear in court.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: AB 1941 (Mark González)
AB 1941 (Mark González) Organized metal theft.

This bill prohibits organized metal theft and makes a
violation of organized metal theft punishable as either a misdemeanor or a felony.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 758 (Umberg)
SB 758 (Umberg) Public health: nitrous oxide.

This bill prohibits a retailer from selling nitrous oxide in any retail location and would authorize a city or county to adopt an ordinance imposing greater restrictions on the retail sale of nitrous oxide provided the ordinance does not restrict legitimate uses.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 1005 (Caballero)
SB 1005 (Caballero) Local agency: payment:
rounding amount.

This bill authorizes a local agency to adopt a resolution to allow the agency to round the amount of any payment made in cash to the local agency to the nearest $0.05.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: September 18, 2026
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: AB 35 (Alvarez)
AB 35 (Alvarez) Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024:

Administrative Procedure Act: exemption: program
guidelines and selection criteria.

This bill exempts the Safe Drinking Water, Wildfire Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024,
approved by the voters as Proposition 4, from the Administrative Procedures Act.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: July 16, 2026
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 417 (Limón)
SB 417 (Limón) The Veterans and Affordable Housing
Bond Act of 2026
This bill places the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026 on the November 3, 2026, ballot, authorizing $11.25 billion in state bonds to support affordable and veteran housing programs.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: June 25, 2026
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 922 (Laird)
SB 922 (Laird) Vehicles: local agency charges: use of
streets or highways.

This bill provides that nothing in the Vehicle Code prohibits a local agency from imposing or collecting a fee or charge to recover the cost of street maintenance and repair.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 1408 (Arreguín)
SB 1408 (Arreguín) Contra Costa Transportation
Authority: transactions and use tax.

This bill authorizes, until January 1, 2045, the Contra Costa Transportation Authority to raise their sales tax if approved by voters.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 1087 (Cabaldon)
SB 1087 (Cabaldon) Transportation planning:
sustainable communities strategies:
transportation funding programs.

This bill makes changes to the Regional Transportation
Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS)
guidelines.

Status: Signed into law
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: SB 1314 (Menjivar)
SB 1314 (Menjivar) Cigarette or tobacco product retailers: new retail locations and sale of nitrous oxide.

This bill prohibits a new retail location for cigarettes or tobacco products from being located within 600 feet of a school or a daycare center, unless the local jurisdiction specifies a radius greater than 600 feet.

Status: Died in Assembly Appropriations Committee
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: AB 2296 (Papan)
AB 2296 (Papan) Planning and zoning: housing
element: regional housing needs allocation.

This bill extends several housing element and regional
housing need deadlines and updates related planning
timelines for local governments and regional agencies.

Status: Signed into law
Effective Date: January 1, 2027
City Position: Support
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Positioned Bill: AB 1903 (Wicks)
AB 1903 (Wicks) Construction Defects.

This bill makes various changes to construction defect law, including authorizing a builder, upon agreement with the claimant, to obtain a release or waiver in exchange for repairs, effective one year after their completion; authorizing a builder to move to dismiss a claim for failure to substantially comply with prelitigation requirements; and increasing notice-of-claim requirements, among other changes.

Status: Died on Assembly Floor
City Position: Support
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Looking Ahead
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Looking Ahead: 2026 Ballot Measures
Proposition 1
• This measure would authorize $11.25B in bonds for affordable and veteran housing programs.

Proposition 43
• This measure would raise the threshold for any local special tax from a majority to two-thirds.

Proposition 45
• This measure would impose a 365-day limit on CEQA reviews for certain projects.

Regional Transit Measure (SB 63, Wiener, 2025)
• This measure would authorize a sales tax applicable to the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, and Santa Clara (0.5%), and San Francisco (1.0%), for 14 years to fund public transportation in those jurisdictions.

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Looking Ahead: 2027
Dates
• December 7, 2026: Legislature convenes for Organizational Session • January 1, 2027: All bills signed into law in 2026, unless otherwise stated, go into effect • January 4, 2027: Legislature convenes for the first year of the 2027-28 legislative session Themes
• Wildfire liability, artificial intelligence, local government revenue, housing • New Administration
• Legislative Turnover
Legislative Priorities
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Questions/Discussion
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING (5:15 PM)
Hillside Conference Room - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito Join Via Zoom:
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Council Chambers - 10890 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito
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1. Cable T.V. Broadcast on KCRT Channel 28

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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 #.

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.

Agenda Item No. 6.A.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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Conduct: This meeting is held pursuant to City Council Rules of Order and Procedure. 5:15 PM ROLL CALL - CONVENE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Quinto called the meeting to order at 5:17 PM.

Present: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Ktsanes, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember
Wysinger Absent: None

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.

Richard Brooks - commented on the process for discussing Utility User Tax and applicability to streaming services, and discussion as a public agenda item.

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); Public Safety Management Association (PSMA).

Contact: Sky woodruff, City Attorney, City Management
No reportable action.

3. CLOSED SESSION CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED

LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (1 potential case)
Contact: Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, City Management
No reportable action

4. ADJOURN SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The special meeting adjourned at 6:05 PM
6:00 PM ROLL CALL – CONVENE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Quinto called the meeting to order at 6:10 PM.

Present: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Ktsanes, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Absent: None

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OR OBSERVATION OF A MOMENT

OF SILENCE
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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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.

City Manager Pinkos - announced State approval of $13M in funding to improve San Pablo Avenue, Call for Artists closing soon for the City Hall Gallery Space, year two of 5-year maintenance plan to improve city streets is beginning, project underway to remove 8 acres of Eucalyptus and fire fuels in Hillside Natural Area, Tri City Safety Day on 9/19, and announced the City is a recipient of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Award.

Councilmember Motoyama - thanked East Shore Alliance for season opening parade on 8/30 and asked El Cerrito Youth Baseball when they will bring back their parade.

Mayor Quinto - reported on signing letters on 8/20 in opposition of forthcoming wildfire liability reform package, on 8/21 revised letters in support of AB1903 and SB1218, and on 8/27 encouraging Governor to sign SB1005.

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 nonagenda, 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.

Public Comments: Written comments submitted prior to and during the meeting are posted online as supplemental materials and incorporated into the official meeting record.

Anne Ogonowski - spoke regarding livability issues including trash cans on Central Ave and challenges with Ohlone Greenway riders.

Joshua Saunders - commented on scooters speeding or left on the Ohlone Greenway and hazards they create.

Janet Byron - announced upcoming Council Candidate forum on 9/30 at Veterans Memorial Building.

MJ Jawili - commented on safety on the Ohlone Greenway and enforcement of speed limits, and Plaza Bart crosswalks and pedestrian safety.

Ira Sharenow - spoke regarding safety on the Ohlone Greenway, addressing Library needs, service delivery study, parking management plan.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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5. PRESENTATIONS
A. El Cerrito Students Training and Ready for Success (EC STARS) Program
Action Proposed: Receive and file a presentation from City and West Contra Costa County School District (WCCUSD) program representatives as well as 2026 student participants on the EC STARS Internship Program.

Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City Management Action: Received and filed

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.

Moved/Seconded: Councilmember Motoyama/Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman Action:

Approved items A - I on the consent calendar as indicated below. Ayes: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Ktsanes, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Noes: None
A. Approval of Minutes
Action Proposed: Approve the City Council Meeting minutes from July 21 and August 18, 2026.

Contact: Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management Action: Approved minutes
B. Hispanic Heritage Proclamation
Action Proposed: Pass a motion to approve a proclamation declaring September 15, 2026 - October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month, by recognizing and celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City Management Moved/Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman/Councilmember Motoyama Action: Passed a motion to approve a revised proclamation, removing the word "citizen". Ayes: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Ktsanes, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Noes: None
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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C. Suicide Prevention Awareness Proclamation
Action Proposed: Pass a motion to approve a proclamation declaring September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in the City of El Cerrito.

Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City Management Action: Approved proclamation
D. Monthly Disbursement and Check Register Report for August 2026 Action Proposed: Receive and file the Monthly Disbursement and Check Register Report for the month of August 2026.

Contact: Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department
Action: Received and filed
E. Amendment to the City’s Classification Plan
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution amending the City's Classification Plan to authorize the reclassification of Management Analyst III to Senior Program Manager in the Public Works Department.

Contact: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City Management Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-54
F. Biennial Update of Agency Conflict of Interest Code
Action Proposed: Adopt a Resolution revising the Conflict of Interest Code for the City of El Cerrito and rescinding Resolution No. 2024-67.

Contact: Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-55
G. Renewal of Agreement with Mark43, Inc. to provide Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management Software for an additional year in an amount not to exceed $57,000.

Action Proposed: Authorize the City Manager or Designee to renew the agreement with Mark43, Inc. for records management and computer aided dispatch software for an amount not to exceed $57,000, for the time period of July 25, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

Contact: Paul Keith, Chief of Police, El Cerrito Police Department Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-56
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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H. Spending Authority and Contract Amendment for Universal Building Services
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the general services agreement for Universal Building Services and approving spending authority for an amount not to exceed $73,000 in fiscal year 2026-27.

Contact: Bridget Cooney, Recreation Supervisor; Christopher Jones, Recreation Director, Recreation Department
Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-57
I. Halloween Block Party Pilot Program
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution creating a pilot program that waives block party permit fees for participants on October 31 (Halloween).

Contact: Karen Pinkos, City Manager, City Management
Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-58
J. Agreement with Vermont Systems, Inc.

Action Proposed: Staff recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Vermont Systems, Inc. (VSI) for continued licensing, maintenance, and support of the RecTrac registration and facility management system for a three-year minimum term with the option to annually extend until canceled, in a total contract not-to-exceed amount of $90,919.57 over the three-year term, and a separate annual subscription agreement with ePACT for electronic health, emergency, and childcare licensing form automation, for an additional not-toexceed amount of $11,500 for the first year of the subscription, with the option to renew annually until canceled.

Contact: Christopher Jones, Recreation Director, Recreation Department Pulled from Consent by Councilmember Ktsanes
Moved/Seconded: Councilmember Motoyama/Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman Action: Approved Revised Resolution No. 2026-59 Ayes: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Noes: None

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS

8. POLICY MATTERS
A. FY 2025-26 Fourth Quarter General Fund Budget Update through June 30, 2026
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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Action Proposed: Receive and file an update on City General Fund revenues and expenses for FY 2025-26 through June 30, 2026.

Contact: Claire Coleman, Budget and Financial Services Manager; Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department Presentation and Discussion: Presenters and staff responded to comments and questions raised by members of the council regarding effects of Redevelopment Agency dissolution, reserve policies, timing of the waterfall distribution, and addition of the original adopted budget column to the report.

Action: Received and filed
B. Adoption of Local Road Safety Plan including a Citywide Vision Zero Policy
Action Proposed: Approve a resolution to adopt the Local Road Safety Plan including a Citywide Vision Zero Policy.

Contact: Yvetteh Ortiz, Public Works Director/City Engineer, Public Works Department
Presentation and Discussion: Presenters and staff responded to comments and questions raised by members of the council regarding various planned improvements, Ohlone Greenway speed limits and enforcements, police bicycle patrols, parking management plan collaboration and alignment, driving app modifications, community engagement during implementation, consideration of speed limits below 25 mph, removing appeal process for parking spot removal, City Council roles, enforcement, and daylighting.

Public Comments: Written comments submitted prior to and during the meeting are posted online as supplemental materials and incorporated into the official meeting record.

Steve Price - commented on appreciation for the hard work of staff, need to address traffic flows, reducing car traveling distances, and support of the proposed plan.

Janet Byran - spoke in support of community transportation committee, expressed El Cerrito Rock and Roll support of the proposed plan, need to update the active transportation plan, and addressing motorized vehicles on the Ohlone Greenway.

Jerry Figone - expressed concern about adopting the proposed plan as presented, need to address Colusa Ave, and driving apps.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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Rebeccah Kenny - commented on the need to address Central and Carlson safety concerns.

Joshua Saunders - spoke regarding need for additional signage and speed limits on the Ohlone Greenway.

MJ Jawili - spoke in support of the proposed plan, need for speed limits on the Ohlone Greenway, enforce daylighting laws, visibility at street corners and enforcement of vegetation standards.

Moved/Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman/Councilmember Motoyama Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-60 Ayes: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Noes: Councilmember Ktsanes
C. Roll Forward of Budget for Incomplete Purchase Orders & Projects from FY 2025-26
Action Proposed: Adopt a resolution authorizing the carry forward of $69,891 from the General Fund and $2,452,251 from special revenue and enterprise funds for purchase orders authorized during FY 2025-26 but expected to be completed in FY 2026-27 and amending the adopted Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget to reflect changes in the total appropriations by fund for the amounts carried forward.

Contact: Claire Coleman, Budget/Financial Services Manager; Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department Presentation and Discussion: Presenters and staff responded to comments and questions raised by members of the council regarding special versus general fund.

Moved/Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman/Councilmember Motoyama Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-61 Ayes: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Ktsanes, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Noes: None
D. El Cerrito Swim Center Grant Acceptance and Design Amendment Action Proposed: 1) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager and a designee to execute a project agreement with Contra Costa County to accept a $200,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for locker room ADA and architectural improvements at the El Cerrito Swim Center; and authorizing a $50,000 City match from remaining funds associated with Phases 1 and 2 of the Swim Center improvements; and 2) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the professional services agreement with Rogers Stringer & McClelland, Inc.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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(RS+M) for design services related to the Swim Center Locker Room Architectural and ADA Improvements and the Swim Center Deck Replacement and Accessibility Improvements, and authorize additional compensation not to exceed $34,500 for change order design work associated with expanded ADA scope and the design work.

Contact: Christopher Jones, Recreation Director, Recreation Department; Yvetteh Ortiz, Public Works Director/City Engineer, Public Works Department
Presentation and Discussion: Presenters and staff responded to comments and questions raised by members of the council regarding amount of the Purchase Order rolling over to the current fiscal year.

Moved/Seconded: Councilmember Motoyama/Councilmember Ktsanes Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-62 and Resolution No. 2026-63 Ayes: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Ktsanes, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember
Wysinger Noes: None
E. League of California Cities 2026 Annual Conference Resolutions Packet Action Proposed: Pass a motion to provide direction to the annual conference voting delegate, Councilmember Wysinger, on how to vote on the 2026 Annual Conference Resolutions Packet
Contact: Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk, City Management Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman named as the new alternate voting delegate.

Provided direction to the voting delegate to vote no on the proposed resolution packet.

Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman - reported on attendance at the Contra Costa Mayors Conference, Library Task Force Meeting, and Human Relations Commission.

Councilmember Motoyama - reported on attendance at the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Executive Committee, Contra Costa Mayors Conference, Joint Richmond-El Cerrito Fire Academy Graduation, and ABAG Housing Committee meeting.

Mayor Quinto - reported on attendance at the Champions for Equity event, and Bay Area Air Quality Board meetings.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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10. ADJOURN REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting is Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

The regular meeting adjourned at 9:50 PM
Gabe Quinto, Mayor
This is to certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the City Council meeting of September 15, 2026 as approved by the El Cerrito City Council.

Holly M. Charléty, MMC, City Clerk
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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DRAFT MINUTES
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
Inquire at the front desk for room # to participate at this location Join Via Zoom:
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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 #.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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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 Mayor Quinto called the meeting to order at 5:02 PM.

Present In-Person: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Present Remotely:

Councilmember Ktsanes Absent: None

Employee Organizations: Police Employees Association (PEA) Contact: Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, City Management No reportable action.

3. ADJOURN SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The special meeting adjourned at 5:19 PM
6:00 PM ROLL CALL – CONVENE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Quinto called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.

Present In-Person: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Present Remotely:

Councilmember Ktsanes Absent: None

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OR OBSERVATION OF A MOMENT

OF SILENCE

2. TELECONFERENCE AND PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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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.

Assistant City Manager Orologas - announced El Cerito Arts month events, upcoming Senior Resource Faire on 10/23, LIbrary Task Force Library Tour on 10/13, and congratulated Budget/Financial Services Manager Claire Coleman on receiving the Presidents Award from the Municipal Management Association of Northern California.

Mayor Pro Tem Saltman - announced the United Against Hate Chalk event on 10/17.

Councilmember Ktsanes - announced attendance at Habitat Humanity Conference.

Mayor Quinto - reported on issuance of Mayoral proclamations recognizing El Cerrito Centenarian, Emma Ricks Dawley, Larson Hardnicer, Lucille Eicheburger, and Theodore Crum; and a Mayoral proclamation recognizing the 85th birthday of Phil Pleyel, owner of Phil's Barbershop on Fairmount.

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.

Public Comments: Written comments submitted prior to and during the meeting are posted online as supplemental materials and incorporated into the official meeting record.

Caitlin Garibaldi - spoke in support of Measure V on the November ballot.

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 Moved/Seconded: Councilmember Motoyama/Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman Action: Approved proclamation. Ayes: Mayor Quinto, Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman, Councilmember Ktsanes, Councilmember Motoyama, Councilmember Wysinger Noes: None
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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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
Presentation and Discussion: Presenters and staff responded to comments and questions raised by members of the council regarding construction impacts on vector control, El Nino impacts, prevention, collaboration with surrounding businesses and property owners for addressing issues, addressing fire safety with mitigation efforts, outreach and notifications, cross agency collaboration, and disease transmission across species.

Action: Received and filed
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
Presentation and Discussion: Presenters and staff responded to comments and questions raised by members of the council regarding school evacuation planning, collaboration with City public safety staff, addressing use of AI in schools, renewal of discussions regarding the Portola, and discussions of surplus sites in the district.

Action: Received and filed

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
Action: Approved proclamation
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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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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 Action: Approved proclamation
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 Action: Approved proclamation
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 Action: Approved proclamation
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 Action: Approved proclamation
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 Action: Received and filed
G. Resolution Approving Amendment to Agreement with Tecknica Auto, Inc. for Repair Services to Change Compensation to an Amount NotTo-Exceed $80,000.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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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.

Contact: Yvetteh Ortiz, Public Works Director, Public Works Department; Paul Keith, Chief of Police, El Cerrito Police Department Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-63
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 Action: Approved Resolution No. 2026-64

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS

8. POLICY MATTERS

Councilmember Wysinger - reported on attendance at the League of California Cities annual conference.

Mayor Pro Tem Saltzman - reported on attendance at the League of California Cities annual conference, 8th anniversary event for El Cerrito Fire Safe Council, El Cerrito Art Show, tour by East Bay Economic Development Alliance of the Roof and Realm Modular Builder in Pittsburg, and announced the passage of SB1167 regarding regulations distinguish legal electric bicycles from higher-powered electric motorcycles and mopeds.

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Mayor
Gabe Quinto
Mayor Pro Tem
Rebecca Saltzman
Councilmembers
William Ktsanes
Lisa Motoyama
Carolyn Wysinger

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Councilmember Motoyama - reported on attendance at El Cerrito Ice Cream Social, the Best of El Cerrito event, the League of California Cities annual conference, East Bay Wildfire Coalition of Governments meeting, and Contra Costa County Mayors Conference.

Mayor Quinto - reported on attendance at the League of California Cities annual conference.

10. ADJOURN REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting is Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

The regular meeting adjourned at 7:58 PM in memory of Dr. Desmond Carson.

Gabe Quinto, Mayor
This is to certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the City Council meeting of October 6, 2026 as approved by the El Cerrito City Council.

Holly M. Charléty, MMC, City Clerk
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Agenda Item No. 6.B.

EL CERRITO CITY COUNCIL PROCLAMATION
Proclaiming November 4, 2026 as Shelter-in-Place Education Day in El Cerrito WHEREAS, public and private schools and childcare centers throughout Contra Costa County will be participating in the Shelter-in-Place Drill on November 4th; and

WHEREAS, Contra Costa Community Awareness Emergency Response Group (CAER) is sponsoring the 25th Annual Shelter-in-Place Drill and assisting schools and childcare centers with their emergency preparedness; and WHEREAS, emergency response agencies including fire, sheriff and health officials all recommend Shelter-in-Place as the immediate action to take in case of a hazardous release; and
WHEREAS, the Shelter-in-Place Drill increases public awareness about Shelterin-Place as a protective action and gives students and teachers practice in implementing this important procedure; and
WHEREAS, the County Office of Education has endorsed the Shelter-in-Place Drill and encouraged all sites to participate; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of El Cerrito recognizes the importance of preparing for emergencies and encourages participation in the Contra Costa CAER Group’s public education efforts.

NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of El Cerrito, in support of the parents, teachers, students and staff that will be participating with hundreds of other schools and childcare centers in the Shelter-in-Place Drill, does hereby proclaim November 4, 2026 as “Shelter-in-Place Education Day.”
Dated: October 20, 2026

___________________________
Gabe Quinto, Mayor
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AGENDA BILL
Agenda Item No. 6.C.

Date: October 20, 2026
To: El Cerrito City Council
From: Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department Subject: FY 2026-27 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report

ACTION PROPOSED
Receive and file the City's First Quarter Cash and Investment Report for the period July 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026.

BACKGROUND
It is the policy of the City of El Cerrito ("City") to invest public funds in a manner which provides for the safety of the principal while providing enough liquidity to cover the City's short and long-term needs while generating the appropriate yield. All investment activity will conform to the California Government Code, Sections 53601 through 53659.

ANALYSIS
The FY 2026-27 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report for July 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026 shows that the City's total cash and investments as of September 30, 2026, had a par value of $28,883,980.49 in the following accounts. • $19,163,270.79 (LAIF) (Excludes investment earnings)
o $191,313.20 Investment Earnings Q1 paid October 15, 2026 • $2,077,562.64 (Mechanics Bank) (Includes interest earnings) o $23.14 Interest Earned July 2026
o $13.02 Interest Earned August 2026
o $13.81 Interest Earned September 2026
• $4,491,275.39 (Mechanics Bank Money Market) (Includes interest earnings) o $51,828.39 Interest Earned July 2026
o $20,498.99 Interest Earned August 2026
o $16,044.24 Interest Earned September 2026
• $3,149,521.67 (Section 115 Trust PARS/US Bank) (Includes investment earnings)
o $(32,338.77) Investment Loss July 2026
o $30,393.12 Investment Earnings August 2026
o $(74,256.43) Investment Loss September 2026
• $2,350.00 (Petty Cash Funds)
These funds are available to meet operating expenses for the next six months.

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Agenda Item No. 6.C.

STRATEGIC PLAN CONSIDERATIONS
The City's Investment Policy, Comprehensive Financial Policy, and Strategic Plan sets form guidelines for the investment of City funds and aligns with California Government code, Section 53646 and Section 53600-53609. The purpose of the City's Investment Policy is to provide guidelines for prudent investment of the City's idle funds and ensure policies, procedures, systems, and best practices in fiscal management.

This action supports the City’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) of:
• High Performing Organization Ensure the City maintains a strong financial position and a high-performing organization where employees feel a sense of inclusion and belonging.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section is not applicable to this agenda item.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS
The Quarterly Cash and Investment Report complies with the City of El Cerrito Investment Policy and California Government Code Section 53646.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
The City's investments comply with standards reflected in the City of El Cerrito Investment Policy.

Reviewed by:

Alexandra Orologas, Assistant City Manager
Attachments:

1. FY 27 Q1 Quarterly Cash & Investment Report
Agenda Packet Page 85 of 102
City of El Cerrito
Quarterly Cash and Investment Report
for the Quarter Ending September 30, 2026
Attachment 1
Category Trustee/Broker Month Ending PAR Value
(Actual Value)
Quarter End
Interest Rate
Market value
Pooled Investments (LAIF) California State Treasurer September 30, 2026 $ 19,163,270.79 3.97% $ 19,163,270.79 Cash with Bank Mechanics Bank September 30, 2026 $ 2,077,562.64 0.01% $ 2,077,562.64 Money Market Account Mechanics Bank September 30, 2026 $ 4,491,275.39 4.02% $ 4,491,275.39 Section 115 PARS/US Bank September 30, 2026 $ 3,149,521.67 N/A $ 3,149,521.67 Petty Cash Funds City Management September 30, 2026 $ 2,350.00 N/A $ 2,350.00 $ 28,883,980.49 $ 28,883,980.49
I certify that this report is in compliance with the City of El Cerrito Investment Policy and the California government Code Section 53646.

The City has sufficient cash to meet the next six months of estimated expenditures as required by the Code.

Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer
Total Cash and Investments
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AGENDA BILL
Agenda Item No. 6.D.

Date: October 20, 2026
To: El Cerrito City Council
From: Crystal Reams, Finance Director/City Treasurer, Finance Department Subject: Monthly Disbursement and Check Register Report for September 2026

ACTION PROPOSED
Receive and file the Monthly Disbursement and Check Register Report for the month of September 2026.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
California Government Code, Title 4. Government of Cities, Division 3, Part 3, Chapter 3, Section 41004 states, “Regularly, at least once each month, the city treasurer shall submit to the city clerk a written report and accounting of all receipts, disbursements, and fund balances. The city treasurer shall file a copy with the legislative body.” In addition, the City’s Comprehensive Financial Policy, Item 5.1 Accounting Standards indicates the City’s accounting and financial reporting systems shall be maintained in conformance with all state and federal laws.
• Month ending September 30, 2026, reflecting 195 Accounts Payable General Warrant Nos. 97369 through 97563, 36 Automated Clearing House/Electronic Funds Transfer (ACH/EFT) transactions, and 641 payroll-related checks and EFTs for a grand total of $4,241,224.37.

STRATEGIC PLAN CONSIDERATIONS
The City’s Comprehensive Financial Policy, which includes ensuring policies, procedures, and systems represent best practices in financial management, is aligned with requirements referenced in California Government Code, Title 4, Chapter 3, Section 41004.

This action supports the City’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) of:
• High Performing Organization by ensuring the City maintains a strong financial position and a high-preforming organization where employees feel a sense of inclusion and belonging.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section is not applicable to this agenda item.

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Agenda Item No. 6.D.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS
There is no fiscal impact associated with acceptance of the Monthly Disbursement and Check Register Report.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section is not applicable to this agenda item.

Reviewed by:

Alexandra Orologas, Assistant City Manager
Attachments:

1. Monthly Payment Register September 2026
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Number Date Status Void Reason
Reconciled/
Voided Date Description Transaction Amount

97369 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/08/2026 CITY HALL HVAC MAINTENANCE MAY-JULY 2026 $ 2,760.00 97370 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 FIBER DATA LINE 7/13/26-8/12/26 6,349.26 97371 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 PARKEC MAILER POSTCARDS 2,255.73 97372 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 CORP YARD WEEKLY UNIFORM RENTALS 442.52 97373 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 PRE-EMPLOYMENT EXAM 7/15/26 1,214.00 97374 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/18/2026 BUSINESS CARD FOR COMM DEV STAFF 36.95 97375 09/03/2026 Open ANNUAL MEMEBERSHIP DUES FY 26-27 1,000.00 97376 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 DOOR REPAIR @ STA 51 285.00 97377 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 BIOHAZARD REMOVAL 8/14/26 995.00 97378 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/08/2026 EL CERRITO ART ASSOC 49TH ANNUAL ART SHOW AWARDS 3,600.00 97379 09/03/2026 Voided/Reissued Damaged 09/10/2026 2,145.60 97380 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 R3: FUEL + AIR FILTERS + OIL CHANGE + WATER SEPARATOR 7,344.73 97381 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/11/2026 SPORTS CAMP SESSION #9 8/10/26-8/14/26 16,438.08 97382 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 POTTERY MATERIALS FOR TASSAJARA STUDIO 6/24/26-7/22/26 545.88 97383 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 ADULT BALLET AUGUST 2026 704.40 97384 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/21/2026 GYMNASTIC CAMPS SESSION 6,8 & 9 7,875.00 97385 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 CITYWIDE CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES 242.55 97386 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 CENTRAL PARK SERVICE 8/18/26-9/14/26 251.05 97387 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/14/2026 OPEN CERMAICS THRU JULY 2026 546.00 97388 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 FD UNIFORM 8/17/26 491.57 97389 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 2 NEW SCBA MASKS 1,032.18 97390 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 OFF THE BLOCK STEM SUMMER SESSION #9 2026 8,823.00 97391 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 SCANDINAVIAN FOLK DANCING AUG 2026 84.00 97392 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/11/2026 OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR REC 256.12 97393 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEES JULY 2026 4,548.28 97394 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 UNLEADED FUEL 8/21/26 18,976.41 97395 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 MONTHLY PARK LANDSCAPE MAINT. JULY 2026 42,894.92 97396 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 TS & SL MAINT & RESPONSE CENTRAL & CARLSON 8,266.00 97397 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/14/2026 2012 FORD FUEL PUMP 7/21/26 4,908.53 97398 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/14/2026 INSPECTOR 2D CLASS 8/4-8/7/26 516.81 97399 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 DRAG STABILIZER AMMO 2,721.39 97400 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 UST Diesel sample fr nozzle deliver to lab for analys #4632 1,911.36 97401 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/11/2026 CSMFO AWARDS PROGRAM DUES & SUBSCRIPTION 180.00 97402 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 Annual Software Subscription 8/1/26-7/31/27 2,100.00 97403 09/03/2026 Voided/Reissued Check was Lost 09/30/2026 5,047.48 97404 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 Stormwater Compliance Support - FY25-26 Annual Report 1,000.00 97405 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 Local Road Safety Plan July 2026 12,998.78 97406 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 Medical Waste Pickup Sept 2026 982.43 97407 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 August Services and Reagents 3,712.90 97408 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/04/2026 CAL OES LODGING 212.16 97409 09/03/2026 Open TRAFFIC COLLISION LUNCH 5 DAYS 40.00 97410 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 NEGOTIATION TRAINING LUNCH 5 DAYS 40.00 97411 09/03/2026 Open DART TRAINING LUNCH 4 DAYS 32.00
97412 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 DART TRAINING LUNCH 4 DAYS 32.00 97413 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 REAL PROPERTY TAX REBATE FOR 618 LIBERTY 2,740.00 97414 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 Real Property Tax Rebate for 410 Norvell St 4,120.00 97415 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 PER3 - CALPERS Longterm Care Ins 47.96 97416 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/11/2026 DEN1 - Dental 1* 19,139.56 97417 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 DUE4 - UNION LOCAL 1230 6,006.72 97418 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/11/2026 K1 - Kaiser 1* 286,870.36 97419 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 LEGL - PRE-PAID LEGAL SRVC 124.60 97420 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 FHEA - Fire Health Savings Acct 18,700.00 AP-AP Check - Accounts Payable Checking Account
Check
Accounts Payable AMERICAN MECHANICAL SERVICES, INC.

Accounts Payable AT&T DW HOLDINGS, INC
City of El Cerrito
Payment Register
From Payment Date: 9/1/2026 - To Payment Date: 9/30/2026 Source Payee Name
Accounts Payable CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
Accounts Payable CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CHIEFS' ASSOCIATION Accounts Payable CONTRA COSTA DOOR CO.

Accounts Payable BPX PRINTING & GRAPHICS
Accounts Payable CINTAS CORPORATION #054 UNIFORMS
Accounts Payable CONCENTRA MEDICAL CENTERS
Accounts Payable FLEET MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS, LLC
Accounts Payable FRIEDMAN, NORM
Accounts Payable FUJIWARA, PATRICIA, Y.

Accounts Payable CRIME SCENE CLEANERS, INC.

Accounts Payable EL CERRITO ART ASSOCIATION
Accounts Payable ENGBERG, GERI
Accounts Payable HONEY BUCKET
Accounts Payable JAFFE, SCOT
Accounts Payable L.N. CURTIS & SONS
Accounts Payable GABRIEL, BARBARA, A.

Accounts Payable GRAUL, BELINDA
Accounts Payable HILLYARD
Accounts Payable ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
Accounts Payable PAYMENTUS CORPORATION
Accounts Payable PINNACLE PETROLEUM INC
Accounts Payable MALLORY SAFETY & SUPPLY LLC
Accounts Payable MCAVOY, IAN
Accounts Payable NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SPELMANSLAG
Accounts Payable CROOKS, JASON
Accounts Payable ACE UNIFORMS LLC
Accounts Payable ARMOUR PETROLEUM SERVICE & EQUIPMENT CORP Accounts Payable RUBICON ENTERPRISES INC
Accounts Payable ST. FRANCIS ELECTRIC
Accounts Payable Tecknica Auto, Inc.

Accounts Payable EKI ENVIRONMENT & WATER, INC.

Accounts Payable KITTELSON & ASSOCIATES INC
Accounts Payable STERICYCLE, INC.

Accounts Payable CALIFORNIA SOCIETY OF MUNICIPAL FINANCE OFFICERS Accounts Payable DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP
Accounts Payable DYVERT, LLC
Accounts Payable MA, SANG
Accounts Payable SEPE, WILLIAM
Accounts Payable SREEKANTHAN, PRAVEEN
Accounts Payable TWO BROTHERS POOL & SPA, INC
Accounts Payable CASTREJON, JOSE
Accounts Payable KARKI, RAVI
Accounts Payable HEALTH CARE DENTAL TRUST
Accounts Payable IAFF LOCAL 1230
Accounts Payable KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN
Accounts Payable CORAGGIO, CHRISTOPHER
Accounts Payable HELLER, RYAN
Accounts Payable CALPERS LONG TERM CARE PROGRAM
Accounts Payable LEGALSHIELD
Accounts Payable NATIONWIDE TRUST COMPANY, FSB
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Number Date Status Void Reason
Reconciled/
Voided Date Description Transaction Amount
City of El Cerrito
Payment Register
From Payment Date: 9/1/2026 - To Payment Date: 9/30/2026 Source Payee Name
97421 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/09/2026 COPE - VOLUNTARY COPE DEDUCTION* 2,016.85 97422 09/03/2026 Reconciled 09/10/2026 PAR - PARS - ARS 457* 3,826.07 97423 09/10/2026 Open REPAIR OF VARIOUS FD VEHICLES 16,879.28 97424 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 ADVENTURE CAMP PROGRAM SUPPLIES FOR REC 119.17 97425 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 MOBILE EXPENSE SEP 2026 154.50 97426 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 PRINTING FOR PW 78.77 97427 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 GRANT WRITING & ADVOCACY SVCS AUG 2026 6,825.00 97428 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 CHILDCARE AIDE FAIRMONT 488.00 97429 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/18/2026 FLAMENCO AUG 2026 48.00 97430 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FIRE TRUCK #55 17,557.13 97431 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/21/2026 OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR CD 20.58 97432 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 WRITTEN TEST FOR ADMIN RECRUITMENT 880.00 97433 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 EBMUD 7/1/26-8/31/26 12,141.91 97434 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 AQUA ZUMBA JULY-AUG 2026 300.00 97435 09/10/2026 Open ARMORED TRANSPORTATION SVCS SEP 2026 367.29 97436 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 OFF-SITE RECORDS STORAGE AND SERVICES 7/29/26-8/25/26 686.44 97437 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/14/2026 OPEN CERAMICS TH AUG 2026 436.80 97438 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 HATHA YOGA / ROLL AND STRETCH AUG 2026 1,074.00 97439 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 MEDICAL REVIEW AUG 2026 2,100.00 97440 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 AIKIDO AUG 2026 270.00 97441 09/10/2026 Open OPEN CERAMICS / INTRO THROWING AUG 2026 976.80 97442 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 I-80 CENTRAL AVE PROJECT 6,696.25 97443 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/14/2026 4TH OF JULY BANNERS 175.17 97444 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/28/2026 CERAMICS INDEPENDENT JUN-AUG 2026 2,520.00 97445 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 STRENGTH AND BALANCE AUG 2026 2,184.00 97446 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 TALENTNOOK SUMMER CAMP SESSION# 6 & 9 4,765.80 97447 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 TRAINING SUPPORT 175.00 97448 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/16/2026 RESTROOM KEYS REPLACEMENT 2,739.13 97449 09/10/2026 Open BRIDGE AUG 2026 364.80
97450 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 FY26-27 MEMBER DUES 59,143.00 97451 09/10/2026 Open MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT FOR TRAINING - PSHRA MINI CONF 71.44 97452 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 REAL PROPERTY TAX REBATE FOR 6524 ALTA VISTA DR 1,681.32 97453 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 CROSSTOWN CONNECT JULY 2026 25,357.50 97454 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/18/2026 HOUSING FUND - LEGAL SERVICES JULY 2026 365.00 97455 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 FIRSTWATCH ANNUAL FEE 15,750.45 97456 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 HAZMAT CLASS FOR THE ACADEMY 1,600.00 97457 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 AUGUST HAZARDOUS WASTE 222.53 97458 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 ALP & COMM SEV MIGRATION PROJECT 66,449.28 97459 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/15/2026 CROSSTOWN CONNECT/DEL NORTE TOD/RISHMOND ST./ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN 7,620.00 97460 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 MAYOR'S CONFERENCE MEAL (MOTOYAMA) 80.00 97461 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/18/2026 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - STAFFING 40,690.00 97462 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/21/2026 COACHING CERTIFICATION TO COACH GATORS SWIM TEAM 50.00 97463 09/10/2026 Reconciled 09/17/2026 REIMBURSEMENT PW26-0534 ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FEE 125.00 97464 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 HATS AND VEST POUCHES FOR PD 2,417.59 97465 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 PROPANE FOR FORKLIFTS 8/6/26 + 8/25/26 1,546.89 97466 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/21/2026 USED MOTOR OIL RECYCLING 8/26/26 153.00 97467 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 COMMUNITY CENTER PEST CONTROL SERVICE AUG 2026 375.00 97468 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERVICE 8/25/26 175.00 97469 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 GREENER EC BILL INSERT + STREET SWEEPING MAP VOL 47 2,111.29 97470 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 CHALLENGE ISLAND SUMMER CAMPS 2026 15,534.40 97471 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/28/2026 FAIRMONT CHILDCARE AIDE 472.00 97472 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 MOBILE ROUTER ANTENNAS 2,220.93 97473 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 CORP YARD UNIFORMS WEEKLY RENTALS 273.24 97474 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 2015 FORD TOWING 100.00 Accounts Payable U.S. BANK - INSTITUTIONAL TRUST - W REGION Accounts Payable ALAMEDA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Accounts Payable AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC.

Accounts Payable SEIU LOCAL 1021
Accounts Payable CHILDCARE CAREERS, LLC
Accounts Payable COOKE, JOANNE
Accounts Payable CUMMINS WEST, INC.

Accounts Payable BLUECOSMO
Accounts Payable BPX PRINTING & GRAPHICS
Accounts Payable CALIFORNIA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP INC.

Accounts Payable FURTADO, IPSHEETA
Accounts Payable GARDA CL WEST,INC.

Accounts Payable IRON MOUNTAIN
Accounts Payable DIABLO TROPHIES & AWARDS
Accounts Payable DONNOE & ASSOCIATES
Accounts Payable EBMUD
Accounts Payable KI RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Accounts Payable LACK, CHRIS
Accounts Payable NICHOLS CONSULTING ENGINEERS
Accounts Payable JAFFE, SCOT
Accounts Payable JONES, HIROMI
Accounts Payable KENNEDY, GREG, C
Accounts Payable TALENTNOOK INC.

Accounts Payable TYLER TECHNOLOGIES
Accounts Payable U.S. SECURITY SUPPLY, INC.

Accounts Payable PREMIER GRAPHICS
Accounts Payable RILE, KATHRYN
Accounts Payable SHAHKAR, MEHRAN
Accounts Payable LU, MICHELLE
Accounts Payable FEHR & PEERS
Accounts Payable GOLDFARB & LIPMAN LLP
Accounts Payable VICKI BRUMBY
Accounts Payable West Contra Costa Transportation (WCCTC) Accounts Payable WRIGHT, CLAUDIA
Accounts Payable SUPERION, LLC
Accounts Payable THEIS ENGINEERING & ASSOCIATES
Accounts Payable TOWN OF MORAGA
Accounts Payable IMAGETREND LLC
Accounts Payable SOUTH COUNTY INDUSTRIAL EMERGENCY COUNCIL Accounts Payable STERICYCLE, INC.

Accounts Payable ACE UNIFORMS LLC
Accounts Payable AMERIGAS PROPANE INC
Accounts Payable ASBURY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Accounts Payable TRB AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

Accounts Payable ROBINS, ALEJANDRA
Accounts Payable SARVER, MAUREEN
Accounts Payable CHALLENGE ISLAND BAY AREA
Accounts Payable CHILDCARE CAREERS, LLC
Accounts Payable CHIP GEORGE INC
Accounts Payable ATCO PEST CONTROL INC
Accounts Payable BAY CITIES PYROTECTOR, INC
Accounts Payable BEND MAILING SERVICES, LLC
Accounts Payable CINTAS CORPORATION #054 UNIFORMS
Accounts Payable CIVIC CENTER AUTO CARE
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Number Date Status Void Reason
Reconciled/
Voided Date Description Transaction Amount
City of El Cerrito
Payment Register
From Payment Date: 9/1/2026 - To Payment Date: 9/30/2026 Source Payee Name
97475 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 ARIES MAINTENANCE 26/27 FOR PD 9,647.00 97476 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 TIPPING WALL INSPECTION 8/16/26 188.00 97477 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 SHREDDING SVCS AUG 2026 123.16 97478 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/25/2026 ANIMALCONTROL SERVICES 7/1/26-9/30/26 86,947.25 97479 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 FALL 2026 GARAGE SALE STICKERS 140.58 97480 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 EBMUD 7/9/26-9/4/26 32,115.74 97481 09/17/2026 Open 4TH OF JULY BIKE VALET SERVICES 300.00 97482 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 ARLINGTON TENNIS COURT RESURFING 45,000.00 97483 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/28/2026 2019 TRUCK R4: AC LEAK REPAIR 13,680.47 97484 09/17/2026 Open SPORTS CAMP AUDIT TO CORRECT FOR DROP-INS 2026 683.18 97485 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/28/2026 BUSINESS CARDS FOR FD 44.30 97486 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 SWEEP SPOILS DISPOSAL ON 8/25/26 299.60 97487 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 TORO IRRIGATION CONTROLLER TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR 905.10 97488 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 MAINTENANCE TRUCK M41 FLAT TIRE REPAIR 317.08 97489 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 CAPOEIRA YOUTH CLASSES JUN-AUG 2026 414.00 97490 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 CLEANED + SERVICED RECYCL CNTR HVAC UNITS 8/10/26 540.00 97491 09/17/2026 Open LEGAL UPDATES 11/15/26-11/15/27 1,188.00 97492 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 FAIRMONT CLUBHOUSE PEST CONTROL SVS AUG 2026 630.00 97493 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 DRY CLEANING AUG 2026 377.15 97494 09/17/2026 Open INTRO TO RECYCL COURSE CRB 10/26/26 75.00 97495 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 CORP YARD OFFICE SUPPLIES 70.68 97496 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/21/2026 LARGE SIGNS FOR PROJECT AREA 224.91 97497 09/17/2026 Open MONTHLY LEGAL SERVICES 30,968.58
97498 09/17/2026 Open SUPER SOCCER SUMMER SESSION 2026 6,153.00 97499 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 XFIT BOOT CAMP AUG 2026 5,386.74 97500 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/23/2026 STALUBE, DIESEL EXHAUST + HYDRAULIC FLUID 1,049.16 97501 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/28/2026 AMMO FOR PD 1,776.78 97502 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 ARLINGTON CLUBHOUSE ALARM SVCS UPGRADE PER AGREEMENT 1,660.71 97503 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/22/2026 TESCO BATTERIES FOR AVIS & MOESER SIGNAL AND TS & SL MAINTENANCE & RESPONSE 15,176.68 97504 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 WASTE DISPOSAL PD 8/25/26 95.20 97505 09/17/2026 Open 1998 FORD RANGER PW MISSING PARTS 3,286.56 97506 09/17/2026 Reconciled 09/24/2026 PALS RECERTIFICATION FOR PARAMEDIC LICENSE 295.00 97507 09/17/2026 Open PURCHASED SUPPLIES FOR TRUCK SCREEN MOUNT 1.68 97508 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 GYM MEMBERSHIP AUG 2026 575.84 97509 09/24/2026 Open UST VISUAL INSPECTION ON 9/1/26 261.00 97510 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 TRANSLATION SERVICES 324.70 97511 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 MEDICAL SUPPLIES 851.68 97512 09/24/2026 Open HARDING CLUBHOUSE CHILDCARE AIDE 521.50 97513 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 CORP YARD UNIFORMS WEEKLY RENTALS 260.84 97514 09/24/2026 Open ANNUAL DUES FOR FY 26-27 15,000.00 97515 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 CAD SEPT 2026 73,451.17 97516 09/24/2026 Open COMCAST BUSINESS INTERNET 9/11/26-10/10/26 2,004.95 97517 09/24/2026 Open PROCESSING MIXED PAPER + HDPE AUG 2026 551.59 97518 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 BULKY DROP-OFF EVENT 8/29/26 983.00 97519 09/24/2026 Open E-NEWSLETTER SOFTWARE 4,539.00
97520 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 SHREDDING SVCS AUG 2026 254.59 97521 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 COMMUNITY CENTER LANDSCAPE PLAN THRU JUN 30 2026 474.00 97522 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 EBMUD 7/13/26-9/8/26 316.37 97523 09/24/2026 Open CAFE COSTA CONTRIBUTION REIMBURSEMENT JUL 2026 623.10 97524 09/24/2026 Open 2019 TRUCK R4: BIN LIFTER BOUND UP 3,815.87 97525 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 FORENSICS 7/1/26-7/31/26 4,597.15 97526 09/24/2026 Open CK# 97434 PAID $300, WAS SHORT BY $383.10 383.10 97527 09/24/2026 Open CAR WASH FOR PD 189.20
97528 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 CONTRACT SVCS - SALES TAX JUL-SEPT 2026 Q1 1,559.17 Accounts Payable CONTRA COSTA HEALTH SERVICES
Accounts Payable CORODATA SHREDDING INC.

Accounts Payable COUNTY TREASURER
Accounts Payable CONTRA COSTA COUNTY OFFICE OF SHERIFF-CORONER Accounts Payable FIRST SERVE PRODUCTIONS INC
Accounts Payable FLEET MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS, LLC
Accounts Payable FRIEDMAN, NORM
Accounts Payable DORIS WALKER, DBA COMP GRAPHIC
Accounts Payable EBMUD
Accounts Payable EL CERRITO HIGH STUDENT ACTIVITY FUND
Accounts Payable J & O'S COMMERCIAL TIRE CENTER
Accounts Payable JADSON SOUZA DE JESUS
Accounts Payable KEL-AIRE
Accounts Payable GILMAN PRESS
Accounts Payable GOLDEN BEAR TRANSFER STATION
Accounts Payable HORIZON DISTRIBUTORS, INC
Accounts Payable NORTHERN CALIFORNIA RECYCLING ASSOCIATION Accounts Payable ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
Accounts Payable PREMIER GRAPHICS
Accounts Payable LEGAL UPDATES, LLC
Accounts Payable MORTON'S URBAN PEST MANAGEMENT
Accounts Payable NORGE CLEANERS
Accounts Payable S.P. AUTOMOTIVE
Accounts Payable SAN DIEGO POLICE EQUIPMENT CO.

Accounts Payable SSD ALARM
Accounts Payable REDWOOD PUBLIC LAW, LLP
Accounts Payable ROUND STAR SAN FRANCISCO, LLC
Accounts Payable RUIZ, JOE
Accounts Payable ELLSWORTH, COLIN
Accounts Payable CARABAJAL, RICHARD
Accounts Payable 24 HOUR FITNESS USA, LLC
Accounts Payable ST. FRANCIS ELECTRIC
Accounts Payable STERICYCLE, INC.

Accounts Payable Tecknica Auto, Inc.

Accounts Payable CHILDCARE CAREERS, LLC
Accounts Payable CINTAS CORPORATION #054 UNIFORMS
Accounts Payable CITY OF BERKELEY
Accounts Payable ARMOUR PETROLEUM SERVICE & EQUIPMENT CORP Accounts Payable AVANTPAGE INC.

Accounts Payable BOUNDTREE MEDICAL LLC
Accounts Payable CONSERVATION CORPS NORTH BAY, INC.

Accounts Payable CONSTANT CONTACT, INC.

Accounts Payable CORODATA SHREDDING INC.

Accounts Payable CITY OF RICHMOND
Accounts Payable COMCAST
Accounts Payable COMMUNITY CONSERVATION CENTERS, INC.

Accounts Payable FLEET MANAGEMENT HOLDINGS, LLC
Accounts Payable FORENSIC SERVICES DIVISION
Accounts Payable FURTADO, IPSHEETA
Accounts Payable CSW/STUBER-STROEH ENGINEERING GROUP INC Accounts Payable EBMUD
Accounts Payable EHSD-CC SENIOR NUTRITION
Accounts Payable GRAND PRIX CAR WASH
Accounts Payable HdL Companies
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Number Date Status Void Reason
Reconciled/
Voided Date Description Transaction Amount
City of El Cerrito
Payment Register
From Payment Date: 9/1/2026 - To Payment Date: 9/30/2026 Source Payee Name
97529 09/24/2026 Open SODIUM HYPO 4/22/26 18,264.51
97530 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 CA RESOURCE RECOVERY ASSOC CONFERENCE 8/30/26-9/2/26 153.46 97531 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 OFFICE SUPPLIES FOR PD 7/15/26 641.47 97532 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 UNLEADED FUEL 9/9/26 15,412.17 97533 09/24/2026 Open CA VOTING RIGHTS ACT ISSUES (LABOR) 8/3/26-8/31/26 1,038.30 97534 09/24/2026 Open CURBSIDE RECYCL PROCESSING AUG 2026 47,815.31 97535 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 PUBLIC TOILET WORK AT RECYCL 1,061.54 97536 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 STORM DRAIN INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPLIES 265.60 97537 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 ARLINGTON CLUBHOUSE ALARM SVCS OCT 2026 1,791.34 97538 09/24/2026 Open INVESTIGATION DATA 8/25/26-9/23/26 115.00 97539 09/24/2026 Open 2019 FORD B3: OIL CHANGE, AIR FILTER & CABIN FILTER REPCMT 523.15 97540 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 CA REGULATORY FEES FY26-27 1,313.05 97541 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 JANITORIAL SERVICES -RECYCLE CENTER JUL 2026 17,086.04 97542 09/24/2026 Open WIRELESS PHONE BILL 06/20/26-7/19/26 7,965.53 97543 09/24/2026 Open SOCIAL HALL DEPOSIT REFUND 637.50 97544 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 2026 SURFACE SEAL PROJECT 8/1-8/31/2026 19,672.50 97545 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 El Cerrito 2025 Access Modifications Project 27,314.35 97546 09/24/2026 Open STUDIO SUPPLIES FOR CERAMICS CLASSES AT POTTERY STUDIO 393.73 97547 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 BALANCE DUE SALES TAX 1,489.28 97548 09/24/2026 Open JULY 2026 SWEEPING 23,916.66
97549 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 CALIFORNIA DOJ FINGERPRINTING SERVICES JULY 2026 1,879.00 97550 09/24/2026 Open APA CALIFORNIA 2026 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 10/3-10/6/2026 550.00 97551 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 PERMIT 4923 REFUND (ACCT 2673) 136.00 97552 09/24/2026 Open REFUND OF PARKING PERMIT (PLAZA) PERMIT 4987 136.00 97553 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 PER3 - CALPERS Longterm Care Ins 47.96 97554 09/24/2026 Open MGT1 - FIRE DEPT MGMT GROUP 50.00 97555 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 MGT2 - SAFETY EMPLYEE MGMT GROUP 436.00 97556 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/28/2026 DUE2 - FIRE ASSN DUES CK 675.00 97557 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 ACCD - Accidental Death & Dismembermt 52.50 97558 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/28/2026 DUE1 - POLICE ASSN DUES 3,904.24 97559 09/24/2026 Open DUE3 - EC PRO FIREFIGHTERS DUES 290.00 97560 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/29/2026 COPE - VOLUNTARY COPE DEDUCTION* 2,025.94 97561 09/24/2026 Reconciled 09/30/2026 PAR - PARS - ARS 457* 4,241.27 97562 09/10/2026 Open IMPROV SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS 9 8/10/-8/14/26 2,145.60 97563 09/30/2026 Open Display lids for clubhouse waste containers 5,047.48 $ 1,425,827.46

3890 09/04/2026 Open Payroll Deduction $ 2,486.30
3891 09/04/2026 Open CA - CA Tax 58,815.78
3892 09/04/2026 Open FED - Fed Tax* 224,643.61
3893 09/04/2026 Open ICM1 - ICMA-457 #300530 FLAT DOLLAR* 70,419.28 3894 09/04/2026 Open PE1% - PERS SEIU* 238,162.03
3895 09/24/2026 Open FED - Fed Tax* 38.05
3896 09/18/2026 Open Payroll Deduction 2,486.30
3897 09/18/2026 Open CA - CA Tax 62,253.24
3898 09/18/2026 Open FED - Fed Tax* 242,854.35
3899 09/18/2026 Open ICM1 - ICMA-457 #300530 FLAT DOLLAR* 64,293.46 3900 09/18/2026 Open PE1% - PERS SEIU* 237,911.61
3901 09/14/2026 Open GASB-68 REPORTING FEE 2026 700.00
3902 09/29/2026 Open PG&E 8/5/26-9/3/26 2.19
3903 09/28/2026 Open PGE 8/4/26-9/1/26 22,962.15
3904 09/28/2026 Open PGE 8/6/26-9/3/26 59.73
3905 09/28/2026 Open PGE 8/1/26-8/31/26 37,389.79
3906 09/09/2026 Open PURCHASE POWER PASTAGE CL PYMT SEPT26 2,005.00 Accounts Payable HERNANDEZ, CARLOS
Accounts Payable ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
Accounts Payable PINNACLE PETROLEUM INC
Accounts Payable HERITAGE POOL SUPPLY GROUP, INC.

Accounts Payable SINGLE CYLINDER REPAIR INC
Accounts Payable SSD ALARM
Accounts Payable T-MOBILE USA, Inc.

Accounts Payable REDWOOD PUBLIC LAW, LLP
Accounts Payable REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC.

Accounts Payable ROTO ROOTER SERVICES COMPANY
Accounts Payable VERIZON WIRELESS
Accounts Payable SANDOVAL , JESUS
Accounts Payable AVILA PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Accounts Payable Tecknica Auto, Inc.

Accounts Payable UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA Accounts Payable UNIVERSAL BUILDING SERVICE
Accounts Payable SCA OF CA, LLC
Accounts Payable STATE OF CA DEPT OF JUSTICE
Accounts Payable GARCIA, CLAUDIA
Accounts Payable FBD VANGUARD CONSTRUCTION, INC
Accounts Payable FUJIWARA, PATRICIA, Y.

Accounts Payable J & O'S COMMERCIAL TIRE CENTER
Accounts Payable EL CERRITO FIRE DEPT MGMT GRP
Accounts Payable EL CERRITO PUBLIC SFTY EE MGMT
Accounts Payable FIRE ASSOCIATION
Accounts Payable HOTTA, ANN
Accounts Payable WALSH, JOSEPH
Accounts Payable CALPERS LONG TERM CARE PROGRAM
Accounts Payable SEIU LOCAL 1021
Accounts Payable U.S. BANK - INSTITUTIONAL TRUST - W REGION Accounts Payable ENGBERG, GERI
Accounts Payable LIFE INSURANCE OF NORTH AMERICA
Accounts Payable POLICE ASSN.

Accounts Payable PRO FIREFIGHTERS ASSN DUES
Accounts Payable California State Disbursement Unit
Accounts Payable EDD - PAYROLL TAX DEPOSIT
Accounts Payable IRS
Accounts Payable DYVERT, LLC
Type Check Totals: 195 Transactions
EFT
Accounts Payable California State Disbursement Unit
Accounts Payable EDD - PAYROLL TAX DEPOSIT
Accounts Payable IRS
Accounts Payable MIssionSquare (name chg 03-2021 formerly ICMA) Accounts Payable P E R S
Accounts Payable IRS
Accounts Payable PG&E
Accounts Payable PG&E
Accounts Payable PG&E
Accounts Payable MIssionSquare (name chg 03-2021 formerly ICMA) Accounts Payable P E R S
Accounts Payable CalPERS (CA Public Employees' Retirement System) Accounts Payable PG&E
Accounts Payable PITNEY BOWES PURCHASE POWER
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Number Date Status Void Reason
Reconciled/
Voided Date Description Transaction Amount
City of El Cerrito
Payment Register
From Payment Date: 9/1/2026 - To Payment Date: 9/30/2026 Source Payee Name
3907 09/28/2026 Open SUTTER HEALTH PLAN - OCT 2026 PAYMENT 33,185.50 3908 09/29/2026 Open CALCARD SEPT 2026 PAYMENT 55,193.58 3909 09/29/2026 Open STRYKER EQUIPMENT/ SVC LEASE AGRMNT SEPT 2026 6,308.59 3915 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 715.40 3916 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 60.75 3917 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 4,902.93 3918 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 137.45 3919 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 815.02 3920 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 38.38 3921 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 38.37 3922 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 38.40 3923 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 77.36 3924 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 23.90 3925 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 58.80 3926 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 20.00 3927 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 8,680.87 3928 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 4,995.22 3929 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 12,502.83 3930 09/30/2026 Open MERCHANT FEE EXPENSE - AUG2026 703.27 $ 1,395,979.49
Status Count Transaction Amount
Open 77 $ 1,595,145.18
Reconciled 152 1,219,468.69
Voided 2 7,193.08
Stopped 0 -
Total 231 $ 2,821,806.95
Status Count Transaction Amount
Open 18 $ 16,531.71
Reconciled 622 1,398,401.45
Voided 1 4,484.26
Stopped 0 -
Total 641 $ 1,419,417.42
Status Count Transaction Amount
Open 95 $ 1,611,676.89
Reconciled 774 2,617,870.14
Voided 3 11,677.34
Stopped 0 -
Total 872 $ 4,241,224.37
Accounts Payable U.S. BANK - CORPORATE PAYMENT SYS
Accounts Payable STRYKER CORPORATION
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable SUTTER HEALTH PLUS
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable AUTHORIZE.NET
Accounts Payable AUTHORIZE.NET
Accounts Payable CARDCONNECT
Accounts Payable FIRST DATA MERCHANT SERVICES INC
Accounts Payable AMEX/AMERICAN EXPRESS
Accounts Payable CLOVER
Accounts Payable
Payroll
Grand Totals
Type EFT Totals: 36 Transactions
Accounts Payable CARDCONNECT
Accounts Payable CARDCONNECT
Accounts Payable MECHANICS BANK
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AGENDA BILL
Agenda Item No. 6.E.

Date: October 20, 2026
To: El Cerrito City Council
From: Claire Coleman, Budget/Financial Services Manager, Finance Department
Subject: Authorization to Round Cash Transactions to the Nearest Five Cents

ACTION PROPOSED
Adopt a resolution making Government Code Section 6158 applicable to the City and allowing rounding of cash transactions to the nearest five cents.

BACKGROUND
In 2025, the federal government directed the U.S. Treasury to stop producing one-cent coins, citing a production cost of nearly four cents per penny. The last circulating penny was minted in November 2025. While existing pennies remain legal tender, with no new production, the supply available to the City through its bank will decline over time.

Congress has also moved to formalize the change through the Common Cents Act, which is pending before the President and would set a national framework for rounding cash transactions.

Until this year, California local agencies lacked clear statutory authority to round cash payments or refunds. Senate Bill 1005 (Caballero), signed by the Governor and effective as of September 18, 2026, resolves that gap. The bill added Government Code Section 6158, which allows a local agency to round any payment made wholly or partly in cash, and any refund or other amount tendered in cash by the agency, to the nearest five cents. The authority applies to a local agency only after its governing body adopts a resolution by majority vote.

ANALYSIS
The City accepts cash at public counters for fees, permits, fines, and other services.

Without rounding authority, staff would have to continue making exact change from a declining supply of pennies or risk accepting or returning incorrect amounts. This creates operational risk at the counter, including delayed transactions, cash drawer variances during reconciliation, and customer disputes.

Staff recommends that the City Council approve a resolution allowing the City to round cash payments, refunds, and change to the nearest five cents, while checks, cards, and other noncash payments continue to be processed for the exact amount due. The resolution authorizes the City Manager to implement the practice through an Administrative Policy to allow flexibility to respond to administrative needs and changing legislation. The City's Rounding Policy, Administrative Policy/Procedure III 6, is a separate document approved by the City Manager and is provided to show how staff intends to apply the authority. Under the policy, amounts ending in 1 or 2 cents are Agenda Packet Page 94 of 102
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rounded down to zero, 3 or 4 cents up to 5, 6 or 7 cents down to 5, and 8 or 9 cents up to 10. Because rounding is symmetrical, staff expects the net fiscal effect to be negligible.

Implementation will primarily affect cashiering staff and Finance. Staff will need training on the rounding method, updated cashiering and reconciliation procedures, configuration of any payment systems that calculate totals, and public notice at cashhandling locations. These changes can be completed within existing resources.

Federal and state rules on cash rounding are still developing. Because the policy is administrative, the City Manager can update it as laws and guidance change without returning to Council for each technical adjustment.

STRATEGIC PLAN CONSIDERATIONS
This action supports the City’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) of:
• High Performing Organization

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section is not applicable to this agenda item.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS
No appropriation is requested. Rounding is expected to have a negligible net effect on revenue, and there is sufficient budget capacity for the minor costs of staff training and public notice.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
This action is consistent with the requirements outlined in Government Code Section 6158.

Reviewed by:

Alexandra Orologas, Assistant City Manager

Attachments:

1. Resolution
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RESOLUTION 2026-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CERRITO AUTHORIZING

ROUNDING OF CASH TRANSACTIONS TO THE NEAREST FIVE CENTS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 6158
WHEREAS, the United States Mint has ceased production of pennies, and local agencies face a diminishing supply of one-cent coins through their banking partners; and WHEREAS, the City accepts cash payments for fees, fines, permits, and other services, and issues cash refunds and change, and has lacked clear statutory authority to round those transactions; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1005 (Caballero) added Government Code Section 6158, which allows a local agency to round cash payments to and cash refunds from the agency to the nearest five cents, if the governing body adopts a resolution by majority vote; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that rounding cash transactions serves a public purpose by allowing City staff to complete transactions accurately and efficiently as pennies become less available.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of El Cerrito that Government Code Section 6158 is made applicable to the City of El Cerrito, allowing the City to round the amount of cash payments to the City, and cash refunds and change tendered by the City, to the nearest five cents. Checks, credit cards, debit cards, and other noncash payments shall not be rounded.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is authorized to implement this Resolution through administrative policies and procedures, including the rounding method and public notice at cash-handling locations, and to amend those policies and procedures as needed to conform to changes in state or federal law or guidance.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution shall become effective immediately upon passage and adoption.

I CERTIFY that at a regular meeting on October 20, 2026, the City Council of the City of El Cerrito passed this Resolution by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

IN WITNESS of this action, I sign this document and affix the corporate seal of the City of El Cerrito on .
________________________
Holly M. Charléty, City Clerk
APPROVED:
________________________
Gabe Quinto, Mayor
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AGENDA BILL
Agenda Item No. 8.A.

Date: October 20, 2026
To: El Cerrito City Council
From: Shannon Bassi, Human Resources Manager, City Management Subject: Adopt a Resolution Approving a Side Letter Agreement between the City of El Cerrito and the Public Safety Management Association (PSMA) to Modify Language on Salaries, Benefits, Conditions of Employment

ACTION PROPOSED
Adopt a Resolution Approving a Side Letter Agreement between the City of El Cerrito and the Public Safety Management Association (PSMA) to Modify Language on Salaries, Benefits, and Conditions of Employment

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
The El Cerrito Public Safety Management Association (PSMA) is recognized as the bargaining unit representing full-time, sworn Public Safety Managers within the City's Police and Fire Departments and consists of three bargaining group units: the Police Chief Unit, the Fire Chief Unit, and the Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit. The Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit consists of the following classifications: Police Captain, Police Lieutenant, Fire Battalion Chief, and Fire Battalion Chief/Paramedic/Training. On December 3, 2024, the City Council approved a three year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the PSMA - Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit through Resolution 2024-92, making the current agreement effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027.

On August 18, 2026, the City Council approved an MOU with the PSMA - Fire Chief Unit through Resolution 2026-53 that included a 7.5% education incentive pay for the attainment of a Ph.D. or doctorate degree. This education incentive was negotiated with the intent that it qualifies as reportable special compensation to CalPERS.

As noted above, the Fire Chief Unit is a separately recognized unit/MOU within PSMA, similar to the Police Chief Unit/MOU. Both the Police Chief Unit and the Fire Chief Unit consist of a single incumbent and compensation, benefits, and terms of employment are negotiated separately. CalPERS applies its own requirements for the purpose of determining reportable special compensation, especially for those considered a group or class of one. Under CalPERS regulations governing reportable compensation, special compensation that is provided to an employee who CalPERS considers constitutes a group or class of one, such as the Fire Chief, must align with compensation available to the closest related group or class of employees. Accordingly, the Education Incentive pay negotiated in the Fire Chief Unit MOU must be evaluated in relation to the next closest related bargaining group or classification to comply with CalPERS reporting purposes.

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Agenda Item No. 8.A.

For the Fire Chief, the closest related group or class is the PSMA - Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit. While the existing PSMA MOU provides Education Incentive pay, it does not currently include the Ph.D./Doctorate Education Incentive level that was negotiated with the Fire Chief. As such, the modification to the existing Education Incentive Program within the PSMA MOU as proposed is necessary in order to align the benefit across the entire PSMA bargaining group, and furthermore allow the Fire Chief's Education Incentive pay to qualify as reportable special compensation under CalPERS regulations.

City representatives met in good faith with PSMA - Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit representatives to successfully discuss and negotiate a side letter agreement modifying the existing Education Incentive Program in Article 6.1 of the PSMA MOU to comply with CalPERS regulations. The modification allows any PSMA employee who has successfully obtained a Ph.D. or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university the opportunity to receive an Education Incentive in the amount of 7.5% of base pay effective July 1, 2025. It should be noted that there are no employees who are eligible to receive this incentive in the PSMA - Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit at this time.

The following is a summary of the language change:

Effective July 1, 2025, all incumbents and classifications with PSMA, including the Police Chief, Police Captain, Police Lieutenant, Fire Chief, and Battalion Chief, who are eligible or who become eligible for the education incentive program shall receive one of the following:
• An employee who has an AA/AS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of three percent (3.0%) of base pay. • An employee who has completed 60 semester units from an accredited college or university and completes 6 semester units every 24 months shall receive a differential of three percent (3.0%) of base pay.
• An employee who has a BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of five percent (5.0%) of base salary. • An employee who has a MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of six percent (6.0%) of base salary. • An employee who has a PhD or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of seven and one-half percent (7.5%) of base pay.

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Agenda Item No. 8.A.

The above listed educational incentives are recognized as enhancing an employee’s ability to perform their job duties.

With this proposed change, the Education Incentive Program language will be in alignment with applicable CalPERS requirements for reportable compensation while implementing the education incentive previously negotiated with the Fire Chief.

The City would like to thank the Public Safety Management Association for their continued leadership and collaboration with the City.

STRATEGIC PLAN CONSIDERATIONS
This action supports the City’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) of:
• High Performing Organization by ensuring the City maintains a high-performing organization where employees feel a sense of inclusion and belonging.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section is not applicable to this agenda item.

FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS
At this time, there are no incumbents within the PSMA- Battalion Chief/Police Management who qualify for Ph.D. or doctorate pay, therefore at this time there are no financial impacts associated with this proposed action.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section is not applicable to this agenda item.

Reviewed by:

Karen Pinkos, City Manager
Attachments:

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit A to Resolution
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RESOLUTION 2026-XX

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CERRITO APPROVING A SIDE LETTER

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF EL CERRITO AND THE PUBLIC SAFETY MANAGEMENT

ASSOCIATION (PSMA) - BATTALION CHIEF/POLICE MANAGEMENT UNIT TO MODIFY LANGUAGE ON

SALARIES, BENEFITS, CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
WHEREAS, the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act allows employee units within the City to represent themselves on matters concerning salaries, benefits, hours, and working conditions; and WHEREAS, the Employer-Employee Relations Ordinance of the City of El Cerrito provides the methods and procedures for meeting and conferring in good faith; and WHEREAS, the Public Safety Management Association is recognized as the majority bargaining unit representing full-time sworn Public Safety Managers within the Police and Fire Departments; and
WHEREAS, representatives of the City of El Cerrito and the Public Safety Management Association, have met and conferred in good faith; and
WHEREAS, Resolution 2024-92, approved the current Memorandum of Understandings with the Public Safety Management Association- Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit; and WHEREAS, the City of El Cerrito and the Public Safety Management Association representatives have agreed to modify the salaries, benefits, and working conditions as outlined in the Side Letter Agreement in Exhibit A, to align the Education Incentive Pay benefit across the entire PSMA bargaining group and to the Fire Chief's Education Incentive pay to qualify as reportable special compensation under CalPERS regulations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council does hereby adopt the Side Letter Agreement, attached hereto as Exhibit A, between the City of El Cerrito and the Public Safety Management Association- Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit effective July 1, 2025.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Side Letter Agreement shall become effective immediately upon passage and adoption.

I CERTIFY that at a regular meeting on October 20, 2026, the City Council of the City of El Cerrito passed this Resolution by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

SIDE LETTER OF AGREEMENT

BETWEEN

THE CITY OF EL CERRITO
AND
PUBLIC SAFETY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION –

BATTALION CHIEF/POLICE MANAGEMENT UNIT
October 20, 2026
Representatives for the City of El Cerrito met with representatives of the El Cerrito Police Safety Management Association – Battalion Chief/Police Management Unit. As a result of the discussions, the parties have agreed to modify the following article of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the parties City of El Cerrito and the El Cerrito Public Safety Management Association for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027.

6.1 Education Incentive Program
Effective January 2022, Police Captains and Lieutenants employees who are eligible or become eligible for the education incentive program shall receive one of the following:
• An employee who has a BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of five percent (5.0%) of base salary.
• An employee who has a MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of six percent (6.0%) of base salary.

The incentives are not compounding. An employee can only receive one of the incentives listed above.

Effective first full pay period after adoption, all employees in the bargaining unit who are eligible or become eligible for the education incentive program shall receive one of the following:
• A Battalion Chief who has an AA/AS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of three percent (3.0%) of base pay.
• A Battalion Chief who has completed 60 semester units from an accredited college or university and completes 6 semester units every 24 months shall receive a differential of three percent (3.0%) of base pay.
• An employee who has a BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of five percent (5.0%) of base salary.
• An employee who has a MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of six percent (6.0%) of base salary.

Exhibit A
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• An employee who has a BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of five percent (5.0%) of base salary.
• An employee who has a MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of six percent (6.0%) of base salary.
• An employee who has a PhD or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university shall receive a differential of seven and one-half percent (7.5%) of base pay.

Employees are eligible to receive only one of the listed educational incentives, as the incentives are not cumulative or compounding. The educational incentive is calculated as a percentage of base pay using the following formula: (Payrate × Hours Worked = Earnings) × % Educational Incentive = Educational Incentive Pay. The above listed educational incentives are recognized as enhancing an employee’s ability to perform their job duties.The incentives are not compounding. An employee can only receive one of the incentives listed above.

Pay eligibility is dependent upon submitting proof of completion either through an official transcript or copy of degree certificate. Payment will be effective the date the proof of completion was submitted to the department or Human Resources.

PSMA City of El Cerrito
Date: _____________________________ Date: ___________________________ Agenda Packet Page 102 of 102

El Cerrito City CouncilOctober 20, 2026

El Cerrito City Council
October 20, 2026