El Cerrito’s Unresolved Crisis: “Four Years of Financial Mismanagement and Missed Opportunities” sheds additional light on the city’s persistent inability to navigate its financial quagmire, highlighting a series of missteps and inaction by city leadership. Despite several years of clear indicators of fiscal distress and specific recommendations by the independent auditor for reform, the CityContinue reading “Four + Years of Financial Mismanagement and Missed Opportunities”
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California State Auditor’s Assessment Reveals Inadequate Cost-Cutting Measures in Ongoing Expenses
El Cerrito, California, informed the State Auditor that it planned to implement a fiscal recovery plan by summer 2021, including elements from the Auditor’s report. However, the city’s plans failed to effectively reduce ongoing costs. Their corrective action plan lacks a focused strategy for spending cuts, even though their five-year forecast acknowledges the need forContinue reading “California State Auditor’s Assessment Reveals Inadequate Cost-Cutting Measures in Ongoing Expenses”
Seeking Sustainable Solutions for Senior Center and Emergency Services + Revenue- Microblog
El Cerrito has faced significant financial challenges in maintaining its recreation services, notably its swim center and senior programs, which have consistently incurred costs far exceeding their generated revenue. This discrepancy led the city to subsidize these programs from its general fund, missing out on potential revenue streams. The city’s decision to close its seniorContinue reading “Seeking Sustainable Solutions for Senior Center and Emergency Services + Revenue- Microblog”
Revenue Opportunities – Case Study
Lancaster, a town in the Antelope Valley north of Los Angeles, underwent significant changes a decade ago, particularly on Lancaster Boulevard, its main commercial artery. The street was transformed by widening the sidewalks, planting numerous trees, and reducing the road from five lanes to two for vehicles. This renovation attracted a surge in visitors andContinue reading “Revenue Opportunities – Case Study”
El Cerrito’s Stalled Progress: How Council Inaction Harms Community and Staff
This blog has been consistently focused on the critical aspects of governance, accountability, and transparency within El Cerrito’s city administration. The Chief Executive Officer, and City Manager, carries the responsibility for overseeing both the operational and financial performance of El Cerrito. It is essential to note that the City Manager is accountable to the City Council.Continue reading “El Cerrito’s Stalled Progress: How Council Inaction Harms Community and Staff”
The City Council Did Nothing
This blog has been consistently focused on the critical aspects of governance, accountability, and transparency within El Cerrito’s city administration. The Chief Executive Officer, who also holds the position of City Manager, carries the responsibility for overseeing both the operational and financial performance of El Cerrito. It is essential to note that the City ManagerContinue reading “The City Council Did Nothing”
El Cerrito Committee for Responsible Government (ECCRG) 