Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Presiding: Mayor Butt · Called to order: 6:42 p.m. · 1 items · 17 votes · 20 public comments
What happened
- Approved giving up public access easement at 11965 San Pablo Avenue for housing development.
- Elected a new Vice Mayor from current council members.
- Approved 14 routine items including $90,000 federal grant for community center gym renovation.
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Zoning(1 item)
Give up public access easement at 11965 San Pablo Avenue to allow housing development
In Plain English
The city owns legal rights to public access through private property at 11965 San Pablo Avenue in El Cerrito near Baxter Creek. The property owner wants to build housing but cannot do so while the city holds these access rights. If approved, the city gives up its easement and the owner can proceed with development.
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Votes
Adopted Resolution No. 2-18 to vacate the Baxter Creek public access easement
7 to 0
Appointments(1 item)
Elect new Vice Mayor from current city council members
In Plain English
The city council selects one of its members to serve as Vice Mayor for the coming year. The Vice Mayor fills in when the Mayor is unavailable and helps lead meetings. Councilmember Willis was appointed to this ceremonial role.
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Votes
Appointed Councilmember Willis as Vice Mayor
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.