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Notices of Candidate and Ballot Measure Elections For the November 4, 2014 City of El Cerrito general election, the election season has now begun. Additional Info...

Business License Renewals Now Available Online All entities engaged in business within city limits (including operation of rental property) are required to obtain a business license and pay a license tax. Save a stamp or a trip to City Hall and renew now through the City’s new online renewal option! Renew Online Today

New Energy and Water Efficiency Building Standards Now Effective The new California Energy Commission Building Energy Efficiency Standards went into effect on July 1, 2014 for all new construction, additions and alterations. Additional Info...

El Cerrito City Council Election Nomination Period to Open A General Election will be held in El Cerrito on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014 to elect two City Councilmembers. Additional Info...

Interested in Serving on an El Cerrito Board, Commissioner or Committee? The El Cerrito City Council is seeking applicants interested in serving on its Boards, Commissions and Committees. Please consider submitting an application now! Deadline for submitting an application is August 7, 2014. Additional Info...

Measure R Extension El Cerrito Voters will be asked to decide about the El Cerrito Preservation of Citywide Services Funding Measure on the November 4, 2014 ballot. Additional Info...

Update Underway for Community Wildfire Protection Plan The Diablo FireSafe Council is helping to update the Contra Costa County Community Wildfire Protection Plan to reduce the impact of wildfire on communities in Contra Costa County. Take the survey to provide input on wildfire risks & hazards. Read More...

Ramona, Ward and Carmel Avenues - Temp Road Closures The Engineering Division has issued an Encroachment Permit along with a Police Department Street Closure Permit for a criterium-style bicycle race to be held on Sunday, July 27, 2014 in both the cities of Albany and El Cerrito. "Read on"

Construction of the Ohlone Greenway Natural Area & Rain Garden Underway The City of El Cerrito began construction of the Ohlone Greenway Natural Area & Rain Garden project. Beginning the week of July 14, pedestrian/bicycle traffic at the Fairmont Avenue entrance will be rerouted to the western edge of the Greenway. Read on...

July is Park and Recreation Month!
This July celebrate all the recreational opportunities the City of El Cerrito has to offer. Connect with your family, your friends and your community. GO PLAY!
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