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Budget decisions happen at public meetings — your voice matters. Here's how to participate.
You've explored the budget, taken sustainability challenges, and learned where your tax dollars go. The next step? Show up. City Council meetings are where $131.4 million in spending decisions get made — and every resident can participate.
The main governing body — 5 elected Council members make decisions about the budget, city policies, and development projects. Budget adoption typically happens in June.
💰 Budget Connection: Budget hearings, capital project approvals, contract awards, and policy decisions affecting all 7 departments.
Reviews and makes recommendations on land use, zoning changes, and development projects that shape Cerritos's future growth.
💰 Budget Connection: Development decisions affect future tax revenue — new businesses mean more sales tax for city services.
Advises on parks, recreation programs, and community facilities. Directly connected to the city's sustainability and quality of life goals.
💰 Budget Connection: Oversees programs in the $15.8M Community & Cultural Services budget and $4.5M Parks & Trees budget.
Anyone can speak during the Public Comment period. You get 3 minutes to address the Council on any topic.
Agendas are posted 72 hours before meetings. Look for budget items and sustainability topics.
Learn moreEmail or call your City Council members to share your views on budget priorities and sustainability.
Learn moreYou don't have to be a voter to speak at a City Council meeting. Anyone can participate in Public Comment. Bring what you've learned from the Budget Explorer and your sustainability challenges — Council members listen to residents of all ages.