City of El Cajon City Council 04/14/2026

The El Cajon City Council held a special meeting on April 14, 2026, which included a closed session on labor negotiations with no reportable action taken. The council received a presentation on the upcoming community event "Spring into El Cajon," highlighting sponsors and activities. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a detailed administrative report regarding the city's tax revenue analysis and staffing levels, revealing that El Cajon receives the lowest property tax and vehicle license fees per capita in San Diego County, impacting budget and staffing decisions. The council discussed potential legal avenues to increase the city's share of property tax revenue. Additionally, the council reviewed a proposal for a one-year pilot program to deploy four mobile speed warning cameras across the city to enhance public safety, with a total cost of $100,000. The council unanimously approved moving forward with the pilot program and directed staff to return with contract and vendor details for evaluation and approval. No other procurement actions or contract awards were reported during the meeting.