El Cajon Council Meeting Jan 24 2017

The El Cajon City Council held meetings on January 24, 2017, focusing on various community and administrative matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $75,000 Caltrans grant for a pedestrian and vehicular safety improvement plan, with a $7,500 city match in in-kind services. The council unanimously approved participation in the East County Advanced Water Purification Program, a multi-phase $168 million project aimed at treating wastewater locally to produce up to 30% of East County's drinking water, with future phases involving significant capital investment and partnership governance considerations. Additionally, the council conducted interviews and appointments for several commissions, including the Personnel Commission and Planning Commission, emphasizing qualifications and community involvement. Legislative updates were provided, highlighting bills affecting city operations, such as minimum wage increases and housing programs. The council also initiated the district election boundary mapping process, engaging the public through workshops and hearings to comply with new election laws. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the water purification project and grant acceptance represent significant procurement and capital improvement activities.