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CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda JUNE 10, 2025, 3:00 p.m.
Bill Wells, Mayor Graham Mitchell, City Manager Gary Kendrick, Mayor Pro Tem Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Michelle Metschel, Councilmember Morgan Foley, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk
POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the May 27, 2025, Meeting and the Agenda of the June 10, 2025, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.
7. CONSENT ITEMS: Consent Items are routine matters enacted by one motion according to the RECOMMENDATION listed below. With the concurrence of the City Council, a Council Member or person in attendance may request discussion of a Consent Item at this time.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, any person may address a matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency that is not on the Agenda. Comments relating to items on today’s docket are to be taken at the time the item is heard. State law prohibits discussion or action on items not on the Agenda; however, Council, Authority and Agency Members may briefly respond to statements or questions. An item may be placed on a future Agenda.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
14. ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
21. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING
23. CLOSED SESSIONS:
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the May 27, 2025, Meeting and the Agenda of the June 10, 2025, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.
7. CONSENT ITEMS: Consent Items are routine matters enacted by one motion according to the RECOMMENDATION listed below. With the concurrence of the City Council, a Council Member or person in attendance may request discussion of a Consent Item at this time.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, any person may address a matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency that is not on the Agenda. Comments relating to items on today’s docket are to be taken at the time the item is heard. State law prohibits discussion or action on items not on the Agenda; however, Council, Authority and Agency Members may briefly respond to statements or questions. An item may be placed on a future Agenda.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
14. ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
21. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING
23. CLOSED SESSIONS:
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
Jun 10, 2025 City Council Meeting 3pm
CITY COUNCIL HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE EL CAJON REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Council Chamber 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 Agenda JUNE 10, 2025, 3:00 p.m.
Bill Wells, Mayor Graham Mitchell, City Manager Gary Kendrick, Mayor Pro Tem Vince DiMaggio, Assistant City Manager Steve Goble, Councilmember Marisol Thorn, Deputy City Manager Michelle Metschel, Councilmember Morgan Foley, City Attorney Phil Ortiz, Councilmember Angela Cortez, City Clerk
POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the May 27, 2025, Meeting and the Agenda of the June 10, 2025, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.
7. CONSENT ITEMS: Consent Items are routine matters enacted by one motion according to the RECOMMENDATION listed below. With the concurrence of the City Council, a Council Member or person in attendance may request discussion of a Consent Item at this time.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, any person may address a matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency that is not on the Agenda. Comments relating to items on today’s docket are to be taken at the time the item is heard. State law prohibits discussion or action on items not on the Agenda; however, Council, Authority and Agency Members may briefly respond to statements or questions. An item may be placed on a future Agenda.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
14. ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
21. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING
23. CLOSED SESSIONS:
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
POSTINGS: The City Clerk posted Orders of Adjournment of the May 27, 2025, Meeting and the Agenda of the June 10, 2025, Meeting in accordance to State Law and City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Policy.
7. CONSENT ITEMS: Consent Items are routine matters enacted by one motion according to the RECOMMENDATION listed below. With the concurrence of the City Council, a Council Member or person in attendance may request discussion of a Consent Item at this time.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
1. Minutes of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency Meeting RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency approves Minutes of the May 27, 2025, Meeting of the El Cajon City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency.
2. Warrants RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves payment of Warrants as submitted by the Finance Department.
3. Approval of Reading Ordinances by Title Only RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves the reading by title and waives the reading in full of all Ordinances on the Agenda.
4. Acceptance and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, proclaiming the Acceptance of the Emergency Storm Water System Repairs on Brockton Street and Termination of the Emergency Declaration for Storm Water System Repairs.
5. El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 Educational Incentive Side Letter RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Educational Incentive Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
6. Contribution to Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves a contribution in the amount of $2,500 to the Miss El Cajon Pageant Organization.
7. Award of Bid No. 006-26 – Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolutions, in order, to: Approve Plans and Specifications for Neighborhood Street Lights (Multi-Year 2025), Bid No. 006-26; Find the low bidder’s omission of principal's signature on the bid bond and Non-Collusion Declaration a minor irregularity; and Award the bid to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Neema General Contracting (NGC), in the not-to-exceed amount of $539,100, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods.
8. FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 State Homeland Security Grant funds in the amount of $49,227, and to execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
9. FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept and appropriate the FY 2024 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant funding in the amount of $50,631, and execute any grant documents and agreements necessary for the receipt and use of these funds.
10. Fire Foundation Ultrasonic PPE Cleaner Grant Funding RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopts the next Resolution, in order, authorizing the City Manager or designee to accept, appropriate, and expend the award of the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant (SDRFF-PPE) of $21,428.09 for the purchase of an ultrasonic PPE cleaner and to execute any documents and agreements necessary for the receipt of the equipment.
PUBLIC COMMENT: At this time, any person may address a matter within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the El Cajon Redevelopment Agency that is not on the Agenda. Comments relating to items on today’s docket are to be taken at the time the item is heard. State law prohibits discussion or action on items not on the Agenda; however, Council, Authority and Agency Members may briefly respond to statements or questions. An item may be placed on a future Agenda.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. Amendment of the Mobile Home Permit Fees on the City of El Cajon Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Opens the Public Hearing and receives testimony; Closes the Public Hearing; and Adopts the next Resolution, in order, to amend the City’s Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
12. Adoption of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) List of Proposed Projects for FY 2025-26 RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Adopts the next Resolution, in order, adopting the proposed List of Projects to be funded from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Local Streets and Roads Funding Program for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and Directs City staff to submit to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) a list of proposed projects to receive RMRA funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
13. Acceptance of El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape Project RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council: Accepts the El Cajon Boulevard Streetscape project (203690PWCP), Bid No. 004-23; and Authorizes the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion and release the bonds in accordance with the contract terms.
14. Engine 208 Staffing Side Letter Agreement with El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF) RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approves and authorizes the terms and conditions of the Engine 208 Limited Side Letter Agreement between the City and the El Cajon Professional Firefighters Local 4603 (ECPFF).
15. Assembly Bill 2561 Presentation: City Vacancies, Recruitment, and Retention Efforts RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receives the report.
16. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council, Housing Authority, and the City of El Cajon, as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, receives information related to the DRAFT Fiscal Year 2025-26 Preliminary Annual Budget.
14. ACTIVITIES REPORTS/COMMENTS OF COUNCILMEMBERS:
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
19. COUNCILMEMBER STEVE GOBLE MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board); East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee; SANDAG – Board of Directors – Alternate; SANDAG Public Safety Committee – Alternate.
20. MAYOR PRO TEM GARY KENDRICK METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA; Heartland Communications; Heartland Fire Training JPA.
21. COUNCILMEMBER MICHELLE METSCHEL Harry Griffen Park Joint Steering Committee; METRO Commission/Wastewater JPA – Alternate; Heartland Communications – Alternate; Heartland Fire Training JPA – Alternate.
22. COUNCILMEMBER PHIL ORTIZ League of California Cities, San Diego Division; East County Economic Development Council; MTS (Metropolitan Transit System Board) – Alternate; East County Advanced Water Purification Joint Powers Authority Board – Alternate; Chamber of Commerce – Government Affairs Committee – Alternate.
21. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING
23. CLOSED SESSIONS:
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
24. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Adam Pope v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 24018141
25. Closed Session - Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Travis Palladino v. City of El Cajon; WC Claim No. 23010329
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