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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-20-2025 MCC Regular City of San Bernardino 201 North E Street San Bernardino, CA 92401 http://www.sbcity.org Minutes FOR THE REGULAR 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 20, 2025 4:00 PM The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was called to order at 4:01 PM. by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. CALL TO ORDER Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Present Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Late 4:02 PM Juan Figueroa Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 3 Present Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Present Kim Knaus Council Member, Ward 5 Late 4:04 PM Mario Flores Council Member, Ward 6 Present Dr. Treasure Ortiz Council Member, Ward 7 Present Helen Tran Mayor Present Eric Levitt City Manager Present Albert Maldonado Assistant City Attorney Present Telicia Lopez Acting City Clerk Present Perla Lopez Deputy City Clerk Present Mayor Helen Tran Council Members Theodore Sanchez Sandra Ibarra Juan Figueroa Fred Shorett Kim Knaus Mario Flores Dr. Treasure Ortiz Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 2 4:00 P.M. CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT There were no public comments or requests to speak for Closed Session. Prior to convening to Closed Session, Assistant City Attorney Albert Maldonado stated that the City had received letters from Mandeville Modular, Inc., attorneys representing the San Bernardino Police Officers Association, and attorneys representing County of San Bernardino regarding Item A, and they would be discussed in Closed Session. Copies of the letter were also made available to the public. At 4:03 PM the Mayor and City Council convened into closed session. CLOSED SESSION A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (2)): 3 Cases B) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)): 1 Case 5:00 PM The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was called to order at 5:05 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived 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 Albert Maldonado Assistant City Attorney Present Telicia Lopez Acting City Clerk Present Perla Lopez Deputy City Clerk Present CLOSED SESSION REPORT Assistant City Attorney Albert Maldonado stated there was no reportable action from Closed Session but noted that one case of Significant Exposure to Litigation and one case of Initiation of Litigation involved discussions concerning Councilwoman Dr. Treasure Ortiz. Councilwoman Ortiz recused herself from those discussions. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Bishop Daniel Frazier from Due Season Fellowship led the invocation, and Mayor Pro- Tem Figueroa led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 3 PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation for Overdose Awareness Day in the City of San Bernardino – August 31, 2025 (All Wards) The Mayor and City Council presented certificates to Sean Dishaw, Ted Tavolazzi, Teresa Hixson, James Dettman, Robert Johnson, and Ed Bustamante from the Veterans Alcohol and Recovery Program. PUBLIC HEARING 2. Introduce for First Reading Ordinance No. MC­1653 Enacting a Code of Ordinances Revising, Amending, Restating, Codifying and Compiling the San Bernardino Municipal Code. Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino California, Introduce, read by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-1653, Enacting a Code of Ordinances Revising, Amending, Restating, Codifying and Compiling Certain Existing General Ordinances of the City of San Bernardino. Mayor Tran opened the Public Hearing at 5:17 PM. and announced Acting City Clerk Telicia Lopez provided a presentation. There was one public comment. Less spoke about warehouse locations to be separate from residential zones. Mayor Tran closed the Public Hearing at 5:19 PM. Council Member Sanchez made the motion to approve staff’s recommendation; the motion was seconded by Council Member Knaus. Council Member Ortiz made a substitute motion to move the public hearing to the first meeting in September, but the motion was not seconded. Council Members went back to the original motion. Assistant City Attorney Albert Maldonado clarified the motion for the record: Introduced the ordinance by title only, waived further reading, and set September 3rd for the second reading and adoption. RESULT: INTRODUCED FOR FIRST READING ORDINANCE NO. MC­1653 [6­ 1] MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Ward 1 SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Council Member, Ward 5 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores NOES: Treasure Ortiz Acting City Clerk Telicia Lopez read the title of the Ordinance into the record. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 4 3. Adopt Resolution Denying or Approving Appeal 24­06 of Planning Commission's Approval of Resolution 2024­034­PC that Restored the Conditions of Approval for Administrative Development Permit 22­020 (Ward 3) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-352 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California denying Appeal 24-06, thereby affirming the Planning Commission’s approval of Appeal 24-05, which re-instated the deleted conditions of approval 20 (twenty) through 26 (twenty-six) which were redacted through the Community Development and Housing Departments approval of Amendment to Conditions of Approval 23-01 originally drafted for Administrative Development Permit 22-020; for the property located at 379 E. Industrial Road on 0.83 acres (APN: 0141-581-03) within the Industrial Light (IL) zone, Ward 3 (Attachment 1). OR 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-353 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California approving Appeal 24-06 of Appeal 24-05 thereby overturning the Planning Commission’s approval of Appeal 24-05, which re- instated the deleted conditions of approval 20 (twenty) through 26 (twenty-six) that were redacted within the Community Development and Housing Departments approval of Amendment to Conditions of Approval 23-01 for Administrative Development Permit 22-020; for the property located at 379 E. Industrial Road on 0.83 acres (APN: 0141-581-03) within the Industrial Light (IL) zone, Ward 3 (Attachment 3). Mayor Tran announced that the item was a Quasi-Judicial Hearing and stated that the procedural rules outlined in Resolution No. 2018-88 would be followed. She opened the Public Hearing at 5:23 PM. Acting City Clerk Telicia Lopez administered the oath to the appellants and respondents. There were no public comments. Mayor Pro-Tem Figueroa stated that one of the appellants contacted him via text messages in late 2023 or early 2024. He did not respond to any of the messages; instead, he directed them to contact the City Manager at that time. He was prepared to make any decision based solely on the information presented. Muhammad Gaz, representative from Waterman Business Center Association, informed the Mayor and City Council that he and counsel for the appellant had tentatively come to an agreement. He requested that the Public Hearing be continued to the September 17, 2025, Mayor and City Council meeting, to allow time for resolution. If resolved, the item would be withdrawn. Assistant City Attorney Albert Maldonado advised the Mayor and City Council that the public hearing could be continued to the September 17, 2025, City Council meeting without the hearing being closed. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 5 Council Member Shorett made a motion to continue the public hearing to the September 17, 2025, Mayor and City Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ortiz. RESULT: CONTINUED THE PUBLIC HEARING TO SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None CITY MANAGER UPDATE City Manager Eric Levitt presented city-wide updates. Highlights included a statement regarding the Homeland Security incident that occurred on Saturday, August 23rd, Tesla opening for business, Mt. Vernon Bridge opening, the re-opening of Guadalupe Field, and City Staff recognition event. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED AND NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA At this time, public comments were heard. Mayor Tran announced each speaker will be limited to one minute and thirty seconds per comment, instead of three minutes, in accordance with Resolution No. 2018­89. Lupe Castaneda, Senior Administrator for the San Bernardino Chamber of Commerce, thanked the Mayor and City Council for their continued support of the ‘Rendezvous Back to Route 66.’ Ron Alvarado spoke on several topics: the celebration of Mt. Vernon Bridge, summer park events and inviting residents to visit local businesses. Donald Monti, of the San Bernardino Development Company, spoke about the continued litigation with the City regarding affordable housing. Li M. spoke on the resent ICE incident. Luis Mendez, Former Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Nassau County in New York State, spoke about the development of affordable housing. Erick Aguinaldo spoke on the ICE incident. Kimberly Calvin spoke on a claim involving former Acting City Manager Rochelle Clayton and two sitting Council Members. Georgia L. thanked the Police Department for the youth luncheon event and spoke on the conditions of the Animal Shelter. Frank Cobos spoke on crime, homelessness, and urban decay, urging leaders to seek federal funding and take immediate action. Sharon Negrete spoke on the conditions of the animal shelter, the need for adoption efforts, and the need for staffing. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 6 Ray Blom spoke in support of the Route 66 event downtown, highlighting its positive impact on local business, community identity, and the City’s culture of cruising. Roberto Lopez spoke in Spanish with an interpreter, about the repeated harassment by a City Hall security guard toward his licensed ice cream business, raising concerns of potential discrimination. He also expressed frustration over poor street conditions in his neighborhood. James Smith welcomed the new City Manager, praised school facility improvements, and thanked city staff for supporting local history preservation efforts. Ronnika Ngalande thanked the City Council for its efforts and urged continued focus on progress in public safety, business development, and homelessness. She also spoke on the allegations and internal conflicts, calling them distractions that harm the City’s image and growth. Mike Hartley spoke on the ICE incident, calling for law and order and even suggesting the National Guard be brought in if necessary. He also expressed frustration over only hearing “half the story” and emphasized the need to support law enforcement. Delores Armstead thanked Economic Development for its outreach but criticized the City’s lack of progress, especially downtown, and urged the return of the previously effective RDICO company, stating the City deserves better leadership and change is coming. Christian Flores spoke in support of Item 6, advocating for liens on vacant, neglected properties, and proposing future amendments to allow community use of such spaces. He also expressed solidarity with undocumented communities. Al Palazzo spoke on his upcoming meeting with the new City Manager and highlighted the topics he will address. He also requested consideration to be part of the city staff. Joe Salas spoke on unity and collective responsibility in San Bernardino, urging the City Council, police, and community to support one another through challenges. He also spoke on the progress across all wards. Janette McKaig voiced concern about police cooperation with unidentified individuals believed to be ICE agents, their lack of identification, and warrants. She urged the City Council to find a solution to prevent the ongoing fear and disruption caused in the community. Julia condemned law enforcement and political systems for perpetuating white supremacy and historical injustices, affirming that Indigenous and marginalized communities will continue to resist oppression. Monay spoke about council members not hearing the community, defended investor efforts to improve properties, and expressed frustration with targeted code enforcement and lack of city support. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 7 Kimberly Rosas expressed concern over the recent ICE activity near schools and the police actions that compromise student safety. She asked to hold law enforcement accountable and prioritize proper protection for the community. LaKisha urged the Council to address frequent break-ins at vacant properties, criticized police response, and called for greater accountability and enforcement to ease the financial burden on owners. Bryan Sanchez spoke on the recent violent immigration enforcement, urging the Council to increase transparency, establish legal aid for immigrants, and limit local cooperation with federal agencies. David Friedman spoke in favor of Item 16, highlighted the economic benefits of cultural events downtown, citing increased sales tax revenue, voiced support for redevelopment, and took a strong stance against ICE. Angel Lira, organizer with the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center, spoke about a recent immigration raid and urged city officials to denounce the action and collaborate on creating safe, legal spaces for day laborers. Miriam Nieto spoke about the Police Department’s alleged support of ICE, calling for accountability and emphasizing the need for police to protect, not harm, the community. Natalia Saca, regional policy advocate for The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), urged the Council to require immigration agents to identify themselves and requested a meeting to discuss policies ensuring safety, dignity, and justice regarding ICE activity. Michael Segura, Executive Director of The Garcia Center, invited the Mayor and City Council to the tree planting in September and urged city support after a nearby ICE incident raised safety concerns. Venus Alfaro, community organizer with Pomona Economic Opportunity Center, spoke on the ongoing harassment of day laborers and the recent ICE raids. Alicia Aguayo spoke on the involvement of the San Bernardino Police Department with ICE during the recent incident. She urged the City Council to end collaboration with ICE and protect the community. Jerry Robershaw spoke in support of Item 16, noting its past success and potential to generate significant revenue for the City, and urged the Council to offer full support. John Shollenberger spoke on personal loss and voiced strong support for Dr. Ortiz, emphasizing the importance of accountability. Hector Loera called for unity, action, and open communication to create positive change. He spoke about the need for community led solutions, encouraged dialogue beyond council meetings, and expressed a desire to build leadership. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 8 Les asked for a forensic audit of city finances and officials, criticized past City Manager hires, and expressed frustration over the City’s ongoing failure to address homelessness. Acting City Clerk Telicia Lopez advised that written comments were also received and would be available on the City’s website for public review. Prior to hearing the Consent Calendar, City Manager Levitt announced that staff would be pulling Item No. 15 and bringing it back at the September 3rd meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and are voted on in a single motion unless a council or staff member has pulled the item for more discussion. RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND PULLED ITEM NO. 15 BY STAFF AND ITEM NO. 16 FOR A SEPARATE VOTE [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 4. Regional Partnership – Adopt Resolution allocating $1,090,000 Annually for Expenses Related to the Regional Partnership Agreements (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2025-354 authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the FY 2025/26 Operating Budget by $1,090,000 in revenues and expenditures to cover the cost of services and supplies needed as a result of the Regional Partnership Agreements for Animal Services. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025­354 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 5. Approval of Various Mayor and City Council Meeting Minutes Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the meeting minutes for the following dates: 1. June 21, 2023 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes 2. October 11, 2023 Special Meeting Draft Minutes 3. June 26, 2024 Special Meeting Draft Minutes 4. March 19, 2025 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes 5. April 29, 2025 Special Meeting Draft Minutes 6. May 21, 2025 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 9 RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 6. Adopt Resolution Imposing Liens on Certain Real Property to Recover Costs for Code Enforcement Abatements (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2025-355, imposing liens on certain real property located within the City of San Bernardino for the costs of public nuisance abatements. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025­355 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 7. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Agreement with Casa Ramona, Inc., Regarding 1543 W. 8th Street, for a Satellite Animal Shelter – Annual Lease Amount $130,000 (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2025-356: 1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Agreement with Casa Ramona, Inc. for the property located at 1543 W. 8th Street, San Bernardino, California, to serve as a Satellite Animal Shelter for pet adoptions on behalf of the City of San Bernardino, extending the lease term for five years through September 30, 2030, with a month-to- month conversion at the end of the term; and 2. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the FY 2025/26 Animal Services Budget in the amount of $130,000, appropriated for expenses. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025­356 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 10 8. Review of Administrative Budget Transfers From April 1, 2025, Through June 30, 2025 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, receive and file all listed administrative budget transfers from April 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 9. Investment Portfolio Report for June 2025 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, receive and file the Monthly Investment Portfolio Report for June 2025. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 10. Approve Professional Services Agreements for Video Production and Post­ Production in an amount not to exceed $366,060 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Approve the award of contracts to the four selected Vendor’s under RFQ F- 25-4036; and 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Professional Services Agreements with VideoFP in an amount not to exceed $88,100; with Alejandro Villanueva in an amount not to exceed $88,960; with Joseph Fernandez in an amount not to exceed $99,000; and with Fire Starter Studios in an amount not to exceed $90,000 over a two-year period; and 3. Authorize Director of Finance and Management Services to issue all related purchase orders not to exceed $366,060 for a two-year term. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 11 RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 11. Approval of Commercial and Payroll Disbursements and Purchase Card Transactions for June 2025 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California approve the commercial, payroll disbursements and purchasing card transactions for June 2025. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 12. Acceptance and Approval of a Contract Amendment for FY2025/2026 for the Older Californians Nutrition Program Grant and Approval of the Sysco, Hollandia and Consulting Nutrition Purchase Order (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California adopt Resolution No. 2025-358: 1. Authorizing the City Manager to approve an amendment to extend the Contract 22-666 for FY2025/2026 of the Older Californians Nutrition Program grant through the Department of Aging and Adult Services – Public Guardian (DAAS-PG); and 2. Authorizing the City Manager to accept the 2025/2026 Congregate Meal Program Grant Budget in the amount of $342,000; and 3. Authorizing the City Manager or their designee to conduct all negotiations, signing and submittals of necessary documents to receive grant budget awards; and 4. Authorize the Director of Finance and Management Service to approve the Purchase Order of Sysco Foods ($214,500) and Hollandia Dairy ($25,600) and Consulting Health and Nutrition Services ($18,700); and 5. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the grant funds for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 in revenue and expenditures. Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 12 RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025­358 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 13. Accept the Corporation for National and Community Service’s AmeriCorps Senior Companion Program (SCP) Grant in the amount of $ 322,662 for FY 2025­2026 – 2nd Year of a 3­Year Grant Award (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California adopt Resolution No. 2025-359: 1. Ratifying the submission of the application for year two of a three-year grant through the Corporation for National and Community Service’s Senior Companion Program; and 2. Authorizing the City Manager to accept the grant award in the amount of $332,662; and 3. Authorizing the City Manager or their designee to conduct all negotiations, signing and submittals of necessary documents to receive grant awards; and 4. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to appropriate the grant funds in the amount of $332,662 for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 in revenue and expenses. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025­359 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 14. Adopt a Resolution Accepting the Corporation for National and Community Service’s AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Grant in the amount of $70,477 for FY 2025­2028­ First Year of a Three­Year Grant Award (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California adopt Resolution No. 2025-357: 1. Ratifying the submission of a new grant application for year one of a three-year grant through the Corporation for National and Community Service’s AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP); and 2. Authorizing the City Manager to accept the grant award in the amount of $70,477; and 3. Authorizing the City Manager or their designee to conduct all negotiations, signing and submittals of necessary documents to receive grant awards; and Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 13 4. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to appropriate the grant funds for the period of April 1, 2025 ($17,618.25 in FY 24-25) through March 31, 2026 ($52,858.75 in FY 25-26). RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025­357 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 15. Acceptance of Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Grant Award (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2025-360, authorizing: 1. The City Manager to accept the grant award in the amount of $200,000; and 2. The City Manager or their designee to conduct all negotiations, signing, and submittals of necessary documents to receive grant awards; and 3. The Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the FY 2025/26 Operating Budget by $200,000 in grant revenues and expenditures. PULLED BY STAFF, MOVED TO SEPTEMBER 3, 2025, REGULAR MEETING 16. Approval of Fee Waiver and City Support Services for the Route 66 Rendezvous Event (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2025-361, Authorizing the City Manager to waive special event fees for the Route 66 Rendezvous and provide support services from Police, Public Works, and Parks & Recreation. Council Member Shorett pulled this item for discussion. He asked for the resolution to reflect the correct title of the event, Rendezvous Back to Route 66. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025­361 WITH AMENDED TO THE TITLE OF THE EVENT[7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None Regular Meeting Draft Minutes August 20, 2025 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 14 ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE MEETINGS 17. Review of Policy for City’s Sponsorship of Third­Party Events (All Wards) – (Council Member Sanchez) 18. Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Research on Limits within State Law (All Wards) – (Council Member Ibarra) There was a consensus amongst the Council Members to vote on Item Nos. 17 and 18 in one vote. RESULT: APPROVED ITEMS 17 AND 18 TO BE HEARD AT FUTURE MEETING [7­0] MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Council Member, Ward 5 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL UPDATES/REPORTS ON CONFERENCES & MEETINGS At this time, the Mayor and City Council provided updates to the community. Highlights included the grand opening of the Mount Vernon Bridge on Saturday, August 23rd. Residents were reminded about the Burrtec discounts, several members attended neighborhood association meetings, and there were new business ribbon cuttings, a Love Your Block grant celebration, and the continued efforts around public safety, economic development, youth programs, and beautification projects. ADJOURNMENT The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, August 20. 2025, at 6:53 p.m. The next joint regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council and the Mayor and City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will be held on September 3, 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