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Minutes
For The
Special Meeting of the Mayor and City Council
of the City of San Bernardino, Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino
Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, Mayor and City
Council of the City of San Bernardino Acting as the Successor Housing Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency, Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Acting
as the Housing Authority, and Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino
Acting as the San Bernardino Joint Powers Financing Authority
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
3:00 P.M.
The Special Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was
called to order at 3:00 p.m. by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at
the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino, California
92410.
CALL TO ORDER
Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Present
Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Present
Juan Figueroa Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 3 Present
Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Present
Kim Knaus Council Member, Ward 5 Present
Mario Flores Council Member, Ward 6 Present
Dr. Treasure Ortiz Council Member, Ward 7 Present
Helen Tran Mayor Present
Eric Levitt City Manager Present
Sonia Carvalho City Attorney Present
Telicia Lopez Acting City Clerk Present
Mayor Helen Tran
Council Members
Theodore Sanchez
Sandra Ibarra
Juan Figueroa
Fred Shorett
Kim Knaus
Mario Flores
Dr. Treasure Ortiz
Special Meeting Minutes August 13, 2025
Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 2
3:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council member Sandra Ibarra led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Dolores Armstead expressed concerns regarding the treatment of Dr. Ortiz and the
city’s reputation.
John Shollenberger expressed concerns regarding the handling of Dr. Ortiz’s case,
alleged past misconduct, and its impact on the city, council, and police department.
Luis Ojeda urged patience in determining the facts, expressed support for Chief
Goodman, and emphasized working together for the city’s best interest.
Council Member Ortiz recused herself from the closed session discussion, as
the matter involved her previously filed claim.
The Mayor and City Council convened into Closed Session at 3:11 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION
A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation
of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): (Treasure Ortiz
Claim)
B) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL Significant Exposure to Litigation
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)): 1 Case. (Treasure Ortiz
Claim)
The Mayor and City Council reconvened from Closed Session at 4:51 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho announced that there was no reportable action from
Closed Session.
Mayor Helen Tran made the following statement on behalf the body: The City of San
Bernardino rejects Council member Treasure Ortiz's recent allegation against police
chief Darren Goodman. These statements are false, inflammatory, and without
evidence. The mayor and council unanimously stand firmly with our police department.
The CLETS access in question was lawful and compliant with DOJ policy. We will
defend against frivolous claims and the council remains committed to truth, unity, and
public safety.
Special Meeting Minutes August 13, 2025
Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 3
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, August 13,
2025 at 4:52 p.m. to the next Regular Meeting on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at
the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino,
California 92410. Closed Session will begin at 4:00 p.m., and Open Session will begin
at 5:00 p.m.
Telicia Lopez, CMC, Acting City Clerk