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Placerville City Council Meeting 07 14 2026
Published: Jul 14, 2026
City Council Approves Restructuring and Salary Adjustments for Engineering Division to Address Staffing Shortages
The City Council approved staff recommendations to address staffing shortages in the Engineering Division. This includes abolishing the Assistant Engineer position, amending the City Engineer title to City Engineer/Director of Engineering, and approving salary adjustments for three engineering positions to prevent compaction and remain competitive. These changes aim to ensure the continuity of engineering services and the delivery of critical federally funded projects. The division faces challenges in hiring due to a lack of qualified applicants and a competitive job market, exacerbated by the recent resignation of the Senior Civil Engineer, leaving three vacant engineer positions. To attract and retain qualified candidates, a 10% salary increase is recommended for the Senior Civil Engineer position, with proportional adjustments for the Associate Civil Engineer and City Engineer roles. Abolishing the Assistant Engineer position is intended to offset these costs, resulting in a net savings for FY 26-27, although this savings is partially offset by the loss of cost recovery from the Assistant Engineer role. The title change for the City Engineer reflects the director-level responsibilities. The council voted to approve the staff recommendation [cite: 428-624].
Plasterville Proclaims August 4th, 2026, as National Night Out
The City Council considered and proclaimed August 4th, 2026, as National Night Out in Plasterville. This initiative, sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, aims to promote cooperative police-community crime prevention efforts. The proclamation highlights the opportunity for Plasterville to join over 16,000 communities nationwide in this effort. It emphasizes the vital role of the City Council and citizens in supporting crime prevention programs and fostering neighborhood safety and camaraderie. The proclamation urges all citizens to support National Night Out locally. The Police Department expressed gratitude to residents, sponsors, and the city council for their support. Councilmember John also commented, recognizing the efforts of the Parks and Recreation department and the success of National Night Out events [cite: 93-168].
City Council Approves New Compost Procurement Agreement with Waste Connections to Meet SB 1383 Requirements
The City Council approved a resolution to adopt an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Waste Connections of California, Inc. (dba El Dorado Disposal) for SB 1383 compost procurement compliance. The MOU ensures the city meets its requirement to procure a minimum annual quantity of recovered organic waste products, primarily compost. Plasterville's target is 505 tons of compost per year. Waste Connections will continue to manage the community collection site at 600 Truck Street, provide documentation for CalRecycle reporting, and offer free self-haul compost to residents. Under the new agreement, Waste Connections matched the competitive pricing of $10 per cubic yard, a reduction from the previous rate of $16.80 per cubic yard, resulting in an estimated annual cost of approximately $7,000, funded through the general fund. Key provisions include delivery in 20-ton increments, Waste Connections' responsibility for transport and site management, and a term through December 31, 2027, with annual renewals. The city determined this action is categorically exempt under CEQA guidelines. The council voted to adopt the resolution, rescinding Resolution Number 9543 [cite: 1426-1506].
City Council Approves Retroactive Acting Pay for Unrepresented Employees, Making it Credible for Retirement
The City Council considered and adopted a resolution to retroactively approve temporary upgrade pay, also known as acting pay, for unrepresented executive management, confidential, and supervisory employee classifications. This pay, which is a stipend of no less than a 5% increase from their current salary, has been a long-standing practice, mirroring agreements with the International Union of Stationary Engineers Local 39U. While acting pay has been disbursed since January 1, 2022, its formal approval through this resolution makes it credible for PERS retirement contributions. The total amount disbursed for acting pay to three employees between January 1, 2022, and July 10, 2026, was $5,514. The budget impact is considered minimal as the resolution does not involve new payouts but rather formalizes the eligibility of already earned acting pay for retirement purposes. The council voted to adopt the resolution [cite: 1556-1618].
Plasterville Declares July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month
The City Council issued a proclamation declaring July 2026 as Park and Recreation Month. The proclamation highlights the essential role of parks and recreation in building strong, vibrant, and resilient communities. It celebrates Plasterville's provision of exceptional parks, trails, and recreational opportunities, including Goldbug Park, Lions Park, City Park, Rotary Park, the Plasterville Aquatic Center, and the El Dorado Trail. The proclamation emphasizes the benefits of parks and recreation programs in promoting physical and mental well-being, supporting youth development, fostering community connection, and providing inclusive opportunities. It also notes their contribution to economic vitality through enhanced property values, tourism, and job creation, as well as their role in environmental protection, improving air and water quality, and providing wildlife habitat. The proclamation encourages residents to enjoy city parks and programs to celebrate the power of parks and recreation [cite: 18-75].
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