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El Cajon requests and issues start by category
El Cajon’s request page is built for non-emergency city issues. It starts by category, which helps send the request to the right staff instead of turning one inbox into a guessing game.
The page is clear about one important limit: the system is not monitored all day and night. If a police concern needs immediate attention, use the dispatch number listed on the page. Emergencies still belong with 911.
For ordinary issues, choose the category first, then give a clean location. El Cajon has hills, older commercial roads, apartment areas, schools, and tight neighborhood streets, so a good location matters.
For possible code violations, a current photo can help. Keep the description factual: what you saw, where it is, and when it tends to happen if timing matters. Avoid guessing about motive or blame. The goal is to help staff understand the issue quickly and route it to the right place.
Where to see it
El Cajon Requests and Issues page.
Official sources
Official pages
Reviewed July 4, 2026
Current rules, forms, fees, deadlines, maps, and office instructions.
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