In the realm of public finance, the goalposts seem to shift whenever it suits those in power. In El Cerrito, we’ve seen this play out with how the city measures the health of its General Fund reserves. When the City meets the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) guidelines, it’s cause for celebration. But when theContinue reading “Moving the Goal Line: The City’s Ever-Shifting Standards for Financial Stability”
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El Cerrito City Council: A Look at the Candidates for the 2024 Election
As we approach the 2024 election, El Cerrito’s City Council race is heating up. With two current council members—Paul Fadelli and Tessa Rudnick—not running for re-election, the landscape is set to change. This blog provides a brief overview of the candidates on the ballot and what their election could mean for the future of ElContinue reading “El Cerrito City Council: A Look at the Candidates for the 2024 Election”
Creating Accountability for City Leadership
In the complex landscape of municipal governance, accountability is paramount. As El Cerrito faces persistent fiscal challenges, creating a system of accountability for the City Manager and their direct reports is crucial to ensuring transparent and effective decision-making. Data-driven leadership can play a vital role in establishing this accountability, driving improved performance, and regaining publicContinue reading “Creating Accountability for City Leadership”
Candidates for El Cerrito Council
Incumbents Candidates There is still time to run for council. November 2024 Candidates The City of El Cerrito General Municipal Election will be held on November 5, 2024, to fill three seats on the City Council. Terms are for four years, and successful candidates will be sworn into office at a City Council meeting heldContinue reading “Candidates for El Cerrito Council”
El Cerrito Committee for Responsible Government (ECCRG) 