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CITY MANAGEMENT City of El Cerrito/worldOne 4th of July Festival – Connecting Community Through Celebration! Join us in celebrating the triumphant return of the City of El Cerrito & worldOne 4th of July Festival! The festival will take place in and around Cerrito Vista Park on Monday, July 4, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and feature live entertainment on the worldOne stage including performances from Quartet San Francisco, Jubba White, Luv Phenomena and Aza. Attendees will enjoy community booths, vendors, face painting, and a food court with festival favorites like Plaza Garibaldi, Café Zambala, Kona Ice, Fat Daddy's BBQ, Sonoma Teriyaki, Ocean View Jerk, Los Moles and Uncle Mike's Giant Bada$$ Sausage. Available for purchase at the festival are tickets and wristbands for carnival rides & games and bounce houses, as well as beer, wine, and other non-alcoholic beverages. The proceeds from these sales will help cover event costs. Also supporting the event are our wonderful sponsors and donors who have contributed just over $65,000 combined to make the festival return possible. All sponsors are recognized on the 4th of July webpage www.el-cerrito.org/july4. This page will continue to be updated with more festival information and is also a good resource for anyone looking to be an event vendor or volunteer. City of El Cerrito City Manager Awarded Career Excellence Award The City of El Cerrito is pleased to announce City Manager Karen Pinkos as the recipient of the 2022 Career Excellence Award given by California Women Leading Government (WLG). This award is presented to a City Manager each year that has demonstrated an outstanding career in public service and who have gone beyond the call of duty to lead and serve their community. Award recipients are dedicated to the field of local government, contribute to their community as a leader and a facilitator, and have demonstrated a proactive approach to their own personal and professional development. In presenting the award, WLG acknowledged Karen’s life-long commitment to local government, her leadership in leading El Cerrito through unprecedented structural changes to achieve fiscal sustainability, and her fostering of leaders within the profession as major career achievements. Upon accepting the award, Karen stated, “I am honored and humbled to be selected for this incredible award. I am grateful to WLG for this recognition and thank my colleagues, mentors, and friends that have supported me during my professional journey. I am proud to represent El Cerrito and our local government profession.” WLG is a renowned national organization dedicated to the development of women leaders in public service. Karen was presented this award on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the Municipal
Management Association of Northern California’s (MMANC) Women’s Leadership Summit in
Citrus Heights.
COVID-19 Information –Free COVID Home Tests, County Vaccination Information
Every home in the U.S. can order eight free COVID-19 home tests (click to order online or call 1-
800-232-0233). Households can place a total of two separate orders for free, at-home COVID-19
rapid tests (four tests per order). If an order was previously placed for your address, you can place
a second order now. Home tests can be bought at a pharmacy or online. There are several brands
currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use. You should
not use a home test that is not approved by the FDA.
All people ages 5 and older can get vaccinated and boosted at a Contra Costa County Health
Services (CCHS) site even if they do not live or work in Contra Costa County. Appointments are
recommended and can be made online or by phone at 1-833-829-2626, Mondays through
Fridays from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. People without appointments are accepted as time and vaccine
supply allows. People ages 12-17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to their
vaccination, have written consent from a parent/guardian, or have a parent/guardian we can
contact by phone during the vaccination. Children ages 11 years old and younger must be
accompanied by a parent or adult. If the parent/legal guardian cannot come with their child, they
can provide written consent for the vaccination.
CITY CLERK
Interested in Running for City Council?
In November of 2022, the terms of office for
Mayor Quinto and Councilmember Abelson will
expire. The term for each seat shall be four
years, from November 2022 to November 2026.
To be eligible to run for City Council, a candidate
must be a resident of El Cerrito and a registered voter at the time nomination documents are
issued. The nomination period for these offices will open on Monday, July 18, 2022.
The City Clerk is the Elections Official and primary contact for El Cerrito candidates. To best serve
candidates, individuals interested in running for office are encouraged to contact the City Clerk
to ask questions. Appointments will be required for issuance, review, and submission of
nomination documents. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact the
City Clerk at cityclerk@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us or 510-215-4305. Election information is also available
online at www.el-cerrito.org/Elections.
Recent City Council Meeting Highlights
June 7, 2022 (Regular Meeting)
• Recognized Loving Day, LGBTQIA Pride Month, and condemned Anti-Asian Racism
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• Economic Development Committee Appointment (Rachel Melby)
• Adopted an Ordinance establishing a Military Equipment Use Policy
• Received a presentation on programs and discounts available from Marin Clean Energy
• Reviewed and discussed the proposed FY2022-2022 Budget
Upcoming City Council Meeting(s)
Unless public health conditions change, City Council meetings are now being held in-person with
an option for zoom participation. Please check the agenda for the specific meeting to get the
most current information. Agenda materials and public comment instructions are available
online at www.el-cerrito.org/CouncilMeetingMaterials as well as video archives. For more
information, please contact the City Clerk at cityclerk@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us or (510) 215-4305.
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
• 4th of July presentation/sponsor recognition
• Call and Consolidation of General Election
• Public Hearing on Fire Hazard Abatement Declaration
• Adoption of FY2022-2023 Budget and Management/Confidential Employee Resolution
Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
• Quarterly Cash and Investment Report
• Award Classification and Compensation Study
• Presentations from East Bay Municipal Utilities District and West Contra Costa
Transportation Advisory Committee
• Sub-lease Agreement for City Modular Buildings
• Consideration of a Project Labor Agreement (tentative)
CANCELLED Regular Meetings
July 5 | August 2 | September 6
The City Council adopted a regular meeting schedule reducing meetings to the 3rd Tuesday of
the month during the summer months of July – September. In addition, meeting during this
period of time have a 6:00 p.m. start time.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
2022 Bike to Wherever Day: Thank you!
It was a beautiful morning for biking, and we had a great turn out at the
El Cerrito BART Station Energizer Station. 260 cyclists were counted
either riding by or stopping to participate in the festivities. Thank you to
the El Cerrito Police Department, El Cerrito Strollers and Rollers, El Cerrito
Community Development and Public Works Departments, the El Cerrito
Environmental Quality Committee, MCE, 511 Contra Costa and Bike East
Bay for your contribution to this year’s event. A special thank you to
PennDel's Bakehouse and Well Grounded Tea & Coffee Bar for the
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donation of delicious treats and coffee to keep us going! Visit www.el-cerrito.org/b2wd or click
here to view photos from the event.
Building Permits
For the month of May, 121 building permits were issued, 92 permits were
“finaled” (e.g. closed out) and 127 new permit applications were received.
Currently, the application processing for building permits requiring plan check is
approximately 20 days from the date a complete application is submitted. Fiscal
Year (FY) 2021-22 is currently trending approximately 400 permits more than
FY21, and the 300 permits higher than FY20.
Over the Counter permits are available virtually through the eTrakIt system. Please note that City
Hall is open to the public. In-person counter hours from 9:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Monday through Thursday, and by appointment from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Monday and Wednesday, and 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.
Please visit www.el-cerrito.org/permitcounter for more information.
Neighborhood Preservation (Code Enforcement)
For the month of May, 12 code enforcement cases were opened, and six (6) were
closed.
Planning Commission/Design Review Board/Zoning Administrator Updates
On June 15, the Planning Commission will consider the following:
• Amendments to the conditions of approval regarding timing of payment of
open space in-lieu and public benefit contributions for a previously
approved project containing 50 residential units and 4 live-work units at
10290 San Pablo Avenue.
• Conditional Use Permit to allow a temporary fire station for a period no
longer than 24 months at 814 Craft Avenue (Parking lot of the Unitarian
Universalist Church of Berkeley).
• Conditional Use Permit for a proposed retaining wall which is taller than 4 feet in the front
setback and for two retaining walls which are taller than 6 feet located outside of the
front setback at 956 Seaview Drive.
• Conditional Use Permit to amend the existing Conditional Use Permit to allow the
construction of a black vinyl chain link fence along the eastern boundary of the
elementary school campus of Prospect Sierra School at 2060 Tapscott Avenue.
In June and July, the Zoning Administrator will consider the following:
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• June 15: Tier I Design Review application for a new digital marquee sign for the Rialto
Theater at 10070 San Pablo Avenue.
• June 21: Administrative Use Permit to allow an accessory structure at 6806 Gladys Avenue
to be 314 square feet.
• July 5: Amendment to a Tier I Design Review application and Administrative Use Permit
for a new awning, the removal of a fire pit, and a patio expansion at 6120 Potrero Avenue
(Los Moles Beer Garden).
Planning Applications/Notices
The Planning Division has received the following applications:
• Residential Architectural Design Review for a new 2nd story addition to a single-family
house on a 5,355 square foot lot at 7505 Terrace Drive. Interested neighbors are
encouraged to contact the Planning Division to discuss any questions or facilitate viewing
of the plans during the 14-day review period, from May 17, 2022, to May 31, 2022.
• Residential Architectural Design Review for a new 2 story 736 square foot addition to the
rear of a single-family house at 736 Gelston Place. Interested neighbors are encouraged
to contact the Planning Division to discuss any questions or facilitate viewing of the plans
during the 14-day review period, from May 17, 2022, to June 1, 2022.
• Honeybee Keeping Clearance at 732 Pomona Avenue. This application meets all
requirements of the Animal Ordinance, and the permit will be effective June 7, 2022.
• Residential Architectural Design Review for a new two (2) story addition to a single-family
house at 417 Clayton Avenue. Interested neighbors are encouraged to contact the
Planning Division to discuss any questions or facilitate viewing of the plans during the 14-
day review period, from June 14, 2022, to June 28, 2022.
Housing Element Workshop: Save the Date – August 2, 2022
Share your input, ideas, issues and solutions for
housing at our upcoming workshop on August 2,
2022. If you missed the April 26 workshop, click here
to access the recording or view the slides here. Learn
about the Housing Element at www.el-
cerrito.org/HousingElement2023.
Affordable Housing Resources
Visit June 2022 Affordable Housing Opportunities to view current
openings throughout the Bay Area – (Courtesy of Openhouse)
Home Match, Contra Costa: Available Rooms Catalog If you are looking
for housing, Home Match provides affordable opportunities to those
who currently live, work or study in Contra Costa County.
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Project Based Voucher Assisted Units Waiting List: Now Open
Beginning Monday, June 13, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. through Thursday,
June 30, 2022 at 4:00 p.m., the Housing Authority of the County of
Contra Costa will be opening the Project Based Voucher Waiting List
for several properties located throughout Contra Costa County. This
opening is not for the Housing Choice Voucher Program but for
Project-Based Voucher assisted units in the properties listed on this
linked flyer ONLY. Some properties are for seniors only and some are
family properties. The linked Flyers provide the details for the
opening. Please note that after June 30, the waiting lists will be
closed except for the Terraces Senior Apartments in Richmond. There
are units available for leasing and this is a critical opportunity for
applicants to be considered for immediate housing. Once fully
occupied, applicants will have to wait, until the next opportunity presents itself. The opening will
only be in electronic format and no paper applications will be available. Reasonable
Accommodations for elderly or disabled clients can be made for anyone needing individual
assistance either by telephone or at our offices at 925-957-7085 or ie@contracostahousing.org.
You can apply here beginning on June 13, 2022.
Flyer English
Flyer Spanish
First-Time Homebuyer Workshop: June 25, 2022 @ 8:30am - 5pm
ECHO Housing is hosting a virtual first-time homebuyer workshop.
Register here or visit www.echofairhousing.org to learn more.
New Business Updates
Super Slice is taking over the pizza oven at 10180 San Pablo Avenue (formerly Armadillo's Pizza)
and is looking to open in July. Their offerings will include pizza by the slice for lunch and dinner.
Stay tuned for their official opening this summer.
Hampton Inn & Suites, located at 11645 San Pablo Avenue, is in the final review phase of their
building permit application. Once the permit is issued, the existing structure will be demolished
and replaced with a new 124-room hotel. To learn more about this project, click here.
Mayfair Station Commercial Spaces: The listing for the commercial spaces at Mayfair is live. The
prominent ground floor retail space ranges from 1,453 square feet to 8,303 square feet. The
corner spaces along Cutting and along a shared public open space “mews” both have venting and
infrastructure capable of supporting restaurant use. View the listing here and the brochure here.
The project is still awaiting materials for installation of public art and final utilities connection
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which is anticipated to take place in the next month. Please direct interested businesses to Lori
Rosenthal at lori@gordoncommercial.com or to business@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us
Annual Business License Renewals
All businesses operating in El Cerrito are required to apply for and
obtain a Business License. Businesses are encouraged to renew
online or by mail. All business license fees are due on July 1 for
the operating period of July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023. Payments
received after July 31 may be subject to penalties. The City will
mail out detailed information about the annual business license
renewal mid- June. Please check the City’s website - www.el-cerrito.org/businesslicenses - after
June 20, 2022 for more information. If you are closing your business or need to reach us, please
email BusinessLicense@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us or call 510-215-4314.
Annual Rent Registry Renewals
Starting July 1, 2022, all owners of rental properties will be required to register or renew their
registration through the City’s online portal by July 31, 2022. Paper forms will not be accepted.
The annual fee is $42.00 per unit for the reporting period of July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022. Staff
have developed step-by-step instructions available at www.el-cerrito.org/rentregistry to guide
property owners/managers through the registration process. Detailed information, including
online account access, will be mailed with Business License Renewal Notices after June 20, 2022.
For information about rental housing in El Cerrito, visit www.el-cerrito.org/rentalhousing.
FIRE
Early Start to Fire Season
The month of May has brought an early start to fire season. As part of California Interagency
Incident Management Teams, El Cerrito’s Fire Department personnel have seen early
deployments to assist with incidents in Arizona and New Mexico. Regionally we have experienced
several Red Flag days to the North in Solano County and East in the Central Valley. Thankfully,
the City has been spared from the Red Flag Days primarily due to the higher humidity provided
by the San Francisco Bay. Let us use this as a reminder to take steps to be prepared for the
potential of a wildfire. Please visit www.readyforwildfire.org to learn more.
CPR Class
The first Fire Department-sponsored CPR class was a great success. This was the first class of
students since the Covid shut down. A big thanks to the instructors’ Engineer Adam Birdsell and
Firefighter Gary Williams. The Fire Department plans to host the next class in July. Space is
limited, so please register early.
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Calls for Service
The Fire Department responded to a total of 343 calls for service in May and a total of 1,564
calls this calendar year. Total recap of the calls in April are as follows:
1. Fires: 38
2. Explosions/Ruptures: 0
3. Medicals: 129
4. Hazardous Conditions: 8
5. Service Calls: 81
6. Good Intent: 75
7. False Alarms: 12
Total: 343
POLICE
Calls for Service
The El Cerrito Police Department (ECPD) handled 1312 calls for service in May. To read more
about the types of calls the ECPD handled, check out our Nixle Feed at www.nixle.com
Employment Opportunities with the ECPD
The ECPD is currently looking for candidates for Police Recruit, Police Cadet and Police Officer.
These jobs offer an unmatched ability to make positive change in our community and offer great
benefits to boot! If you or someone you know is interested in joining the ECPD team, please have
them check out our available positions at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/elcerrito.
PUBLIC WORKS
Complete Streets Project Transforming Del Norte Area
Join us for envisioning the transformation of San Pablo Avenue as part of the El Cerrito del Norte
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Complete Streets Improvement Project. Please visit our
booth on Monday, July 4, 2022 at the City’s 4th of July Festival 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Cerrito
Vista Park!
Hear from the project team about the various circulation and streetscape improvements planned
in support of the transit-oriented development in the Uptown area of the Specific Plan; and tell
us what you think will make San Pablo Avenue a special place.
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San Pablo/Cutting (2018) San Pablo/Cutting (Vision)
The project will improve access, safety and comfort for bicyclists, pedestrians, transit users, and
motorists around and leading to the Del Norte BART Station. Project elements include enhanced
and protected crosswalks, context-sensitive bikeways, bus boarding islands, circulation
improvements, and streetscape enhancements.
The project will implement the multimodal transportation improvements originally identified in
the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan and Active Transportation Plan, adopted by City Council in
2014 and 2016, respectively, after robust public outreach efforts. The project is in the detail
design phase and construction is scheduled to start in Spring 2023.
Recycling Center 50th Anniversary Event, August 5, 5:30 p.m. at the Recycling Center
On August 5, 50 years to the day from when El Cerrito’s Recycling
Center first accepted donations, join the Environmental Quality
Committee and the El Cerrito Historical Society at 5:30 p.m. in
commemorating the Center’s 50th Anniversary at the Recycling
Center located at 7501 Schmidt Lane. The event will also honor
the late Joel Witherell, who oversaw the Center from 1973-1993.
Speakers will include two of the founders, Gregg Cook and Ken
Little; the engineer who built the original glass crusher, Allan
Gardiner; former Recycling Center manager, Becky Dowdakin;
longtime Operations Manager, Mario Gonzalez; and Witherell’s
daughter, Sarah Steele. Enjoy live music using upcycled
instruments by current El Cerrito Creative Reuse artist-in-
residence, Steve Zwetsch. Hands-on art making for all ages hosted
by former Recycling Center resident artists Kloe Chan and Risa
Dye. Plus: Snacks and beverages. For more information, contact
Dave Weinstein at (510) 524-1737 or by email at davidweinstein@yahoo.com.
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Stormwater Permit Updates: New “MRP 3.0”
The California Regional Water Quality Control Board, San Francisco Bay Region, has issued a
new National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
permit, with new requirements and changes that are expected
to increase the resources necessary for the City to stay in
compliance. The Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit (MRP)
3.0 goes into effect July 1, 2022 and includes costly new
mandates relating to:
• Constructing rain gardens and other green
infrastructure at higher levels, including in roads and
transportation projects, potentially crowding out
funding for street maintenance
• Reducing trash reduction credits for existing source
control policies (e.g., single-use bag ban) and creek
cleanups, while maintaining the target to achieve a
100% trash load reduction, thereby making it more
expensive and challenging to maintain compliance
• Including some new single-family homes as regulated development projects that require
stormwater control plans and ongoing inspections
• Implementing new best management practices, standard operating procedures, and
reporting for discharges of water and foam used in emergency firefighting applications
• Tracking encampments and addressing illegal dumping, illicit discharges, and other
stormwater concerns stemming from unsheltered populations
• Developing and implementing the use of new expansive asset management programs
and software for stormwater assets
• Increased water quality monitoring region-wide with an estimated cost of as high as
approximately $9 million over the course of the MRP 3.0 permit term
• And, increased reporting requirements in almost all sections of the MRP.
City Staff, in coordination with the Contra Costa Clean Water Program and other stormwater
agencies, provided feedback to the Water Board on the cost implications of some of the proposed
requirements and practical challenges to implementation. However, the final permit that was
issued incorporates only some of the feedback received from municipalities. The City will be
coordinating internally and regionally over the coming months and year to make a plan for
implementation, to ensure compliance with the new Permit requirements. For more information,
please contact the City’s new Clean Water Program coordinator, Christina Leard, at CLeard@ci.el-
cerrito.ca.us.
June 16, 2022 10Annual Trip Hazard Removal Program Underway
Consistent with California State Law, the El Cerrito
Municipal Code (13.20.090) requires property
owners to maintain adjacent sidewalks in a safe
condition. However, if the damage is caused by a
street tree or other infrastructure owned by the
City, the City will take action to make the sidewalk
permanently safe for public travel. The City has
outlined standard operating procedures (SOPs)
wherein the City fulfills this responsibility by tracking locations where there is sidewalk damage,
implementing temporary measures to ensure public safety, identifying the party that is
responsible for making a permanent repair, and strategically using resources to repair
outstanding sidewalk issues. When it is not possible for City staff to complete a permanent
repair, the SOP outlines how the City will work with outside contractors to complete repairs
that have been prioritized in the current fiscal year. Outside contractors may include engineers,
general contractors, or concrete cutting specialists, to remove trip hazards and improve
sidewalk safety.
One way the City has cost-effectively made permanent sidewalk repairs is through the use of
sidewalk cutting/shaving specialists. Since 2018, the City has been able to address and remove
approximately 750 trip hazards throughout the community using a cost-effective sidewalk cutting
method, rather than removing and replacing entire sidewalk panels as is conventionally done.
According to data provided by Precision Concrete Cutting, the concrete cutting specialist
contracted by the City over the last few years, last year’s project:
• Saved an estimated $242,632 or 87% compared to traditional removal and replacement
• Saved an estimated 292 tons of concrete from being sent to the landfill
• Saved an estimated 427 gallons of gasoline and prevented the release of about 3.81
metric tons of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) gas emissions
• And, saved approximately 15,424 gallons of water being used to pour concrete.
In short, the annual trip hazard removal program using concrete cutting methods offers the City
significant savings and environmental benefits, while improving community safety and
decreasing potential liability to the organization. Precision is starting work now to complete
another round of trip hazard removals and will be evaluating all locations previously reported to
Public Works Maintenance.
To add a trip hazard location for the City to temporarily make-safe and prioritize for a permanent
repair, please contact Public Works Maintenance at (510) 215-4369 or maintenance@ci.el-
cerrito.ca.us. For more information, please contact the City’s Operations + Environmental
Services Division at wprovost@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us or (510) 559-7684.
Pharmaceutical Disposal 101
The Operations + Environmental Services Division wants to remind community members that
pharmaceuticals are accepted year-round at the Recycling + Environmental Resource Center at
7501 Schmidt Lane. The program is free for RecycleMore service area residents, which includes
June 16, 2022 11El Cerrito, Hercules, Pinole, Richmond, San Pablo, and unincorporated West Contra Costa
County communities of Bayview, East Richmond Heights, El Sobrante, Montalvin Manor, North
Richmond, Rollingwood, and Tara Hills. A fee of $1 applies to those outside of the RecycleMore
service area.
Pharmaceuticals include over the counter medications or medications prescribed by a physician.
All pills must be loose and mixed together in a sealable bag for disposal and empty pill bottles
can be recycled with the lids attached. Liquids, creams, and powders do not need to be bagged
unless they are leaking. For more information, please contact Recycling Center staff at (510) 215-
4350 and/or at green@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us.
Summer Bike Challenge
Looking for FREE summertime fun? Explore El Cerrito on two wheels
with 511 Contra Costa’s Summer Bike Challenge. Simply bike to each
destination on El Cerrito’s gameboard, and cross off the squares as
you go. Pick up free prizes on select dates, take weekly Bonus
Challenges, and enter the iPad Grand Prize drawing just by signing up.
All ages are welcome to play! Ready to roll? Visit 511cc.org/sbc to get
started.
Summer Youth Bus Pass
The Summer Youth Pass is a great way to get
around town, all summer long. The Summer
Youth Pass offers kids a great way to get
around town, all summer long. For just $30,
passholders ages 6-18 can take unlimited bus
rides on County Connection, Tri Delta
Transit, and WestCAT from June through
August. On sale now at 511cc.org/youthpass.
Employment Opportunity
Public Works is currently looking for candidates for Senior Engineer/Engineering Manager, a key
position in the department. The Senior Engineer/Engineering Manager will develop, coordinate,
and manage a wide range of engineering programs and projects and lead the Engineering
Division. Program areas include capital improvement projects; right-of-way management and
engineering permits; multi-modal transportation engineering; pavement management;
stormwater system planning and engineering; private development review; grant management;
and utility and interagency coordination. If you or someone you know may be interested in
joining the Public Works team, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/elcerrito.
June 16, 2022 12RECREATION
Summer Camp is Here!
El Cerrito Recreation’s Summer Camp program kicked off Monday, June
13th. During the first week of program, almost 350 campers joined us for
16 different camps offered throughout El Cerrito including the Community
Center, Cerrito Vista Park, Fairmont Clubhouse, Castro Park, and Harding
Clubhouse. For the remaining eight weeks of summer, the program will
expand to include camps at Prospect Sierra Middle School. There is still
space in many camps for the remaining weeks, and whether you are
looking for arts, STEM, sports, or that camp that offers “everything”
setting—we have a camp for you! More information on the summer camp
program can be found at www.el-cerrito.org/summercamp. Registration
for weeks 3-9 remains open online at www.el-cerrito.org/onlinereg.
Parents Press: Best of Contra Costa County
Each year Parents Press, a publication focused on providing resources to
Bay Area families, hosts its “Best Of” polling. Bay Area parents/guardians
can nominate and vote for their favorite youth and family programs
specific to their county. The El Cerrito Recreation Department was
recognized in a total of 26 areas and voted the overall winner in 13
categories including Traditional Summer Camps, Gymnastics Summer
Camps, Holiday/Vacation Camps, Sports Classes, Teen Focused Summer
Camp, Science & Technology Enrichment Programs, and more! A big
“THANK YOU!” to the families that nominated and voted for El Cerrito Recreation programs, and
for the staff, instructors, volunteers, and participants that make it all possible.
rEC Treks: Senior Day Trips
Senior Day trips are back beginning June 2022! Upcoming rEC Treks include
the SF Ferry Building & Farmer’s Market on July 19, 2022 and the Sausalito
Stroll & Bay Model Museum on August 16, 2022. Registration is open now, at
www.el-cerrito.org/onlinereg. Questions can be directed to Recreation
Coordinator Mark Deleon at mdeleon@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us or (510) 559-7007.
Summer Swimming
The Swim Center is getting ready for summer programs! Summer began on
Monday, June 12, 2022 with weekly rECswim, Swim Lessons, and Junior Guards.
All of our normal programs, such as Fitness Swim and Water Aerobics, will still
be taking place but at modified times. The Swim Center website at www.el-
cerrito.org/swimcenter is the best place to get up to date schedule information.
June 16, 2022 13Stay Connected and Share
Facebook: @ecrecreation
Instagram: @ecrecreation
Twitter: @ElCerritoREC
rECnews: email recreation@ci.el-cerrito.ca.us to subscribe
Website: www.el-cerrito.org/recreation
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The City is pleased to offer the following employment opportunities:
• Assistant Gymnastic Coach (Recreation Program Leader) – Part-Time
• Police Cadet – Part-Time
• Police Officer – Lateral and Academy Graduate
• Police Officer – Recruit
• Public Safety Executive Assistant (Police Department)
• Senior Engineer/Engineering Manager
• Senior Planner
• Water Aerobics Instructor (Aquatics Specialist I) – Part-Time
For more information about the positions and how to apply, please visit: www.el-
cerrito.org/jobs.
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