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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-06-2024 MCC Regular and Special City of San Bernardino 201 North E Street San Bernardino, CA 92401 http://www.sbcity.org Minutes For the Special Meeting and 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, MARCH 6, 2024 5:00 PM The Special Meeting was called to order at 5:06 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. Call to Order Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Mayor Helen Tran Council Members Theodore Sanchez Sandra Ibarra Juan Figueroa Fred Shorett Ben Reynoso Kimberly Calvin Damon L. Alexander Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 2 5:00 P.M. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE James Grant of Soldier for Christ Church led the invocation and Azayali Quevedo-Donis from Davidson Elementary School led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. PRESENTATIONS 1. Presentation of the 2023­24 Mr. and Miss Cardinal City San Bernardino High School Court Mayor Tran announced that due to unforeseen circumstances the court would be unable to attend the meeting and the item was being pulled. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS ON THE SPECIAL MEETING ONLY Georgia L. spoke on the budget changes in the Animal Services Department and the animal shelter. Sharon Negrete spoke on the salary increase for the Animal Services Department and the animal shelter's needs. CITY MANAGER UPDATE Cory Hodges, Senior Management Analyst provided city wide updates. Highlights included the new kitchen at 5th Street Senior Center, Chubzies Burgers grand opening, new hotel Home 2 Suites grand opening, Bryce Hanes Park beautification, and the City’s broadband survey. At this time there was one additional public comment. Treasure Ortiz spoke on Closed Session Item A, in opposition of the claims being made and asked the Mayor and City Council not to make Steve Carrigan the City’s problem. 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. City Manager Montoya announced staff would be pulling item No. 10. Councilmember Ibarra left the dais at 5:20 p.m., prior to the vote being taken for the Consent Calendar. RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND PULLED ITEMS NO.13, NO. 15, AND NO. 16 FOR A SEPARATE VOTE [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 3 2. Review of Administrative Budget Transfers (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, review and file all listed administrative budget transfers from July 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra 3. Approving Job Classifications and Amending the City­wide Salary Schedule Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-037 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Amending the Director of Animal Services (U) salary. 2. Amending the Shelter Veterinarian salary; 3. Establishing the Homeless Solutions Manager job classification; 4. Establishing the Homeless Services Assistant job classification; 5. Authorizing the City Manager or their designee to add two (2) FTE for Fiscal Year 2023/24; 6. Amending the City-Wide Salary Schedule for full time, part-time, temporary, and seasonal positions RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra 4. TPX Wide Area Network (WAN) Relocation from 300N “D” Street Basement to 201B N “E” Street Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California authorize the City Manager to approve the Service Agreement with TPX to relocate the Wide Area Network (WAN) Circuits from 300 N ”D” Street basement to 201B N ”E” Street 3rd floor computer room in preparation for the City Hall Building Renovation Project. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 4 5. California Library Connect Grant Award Recognition (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-039 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, authorizing the Director of Finance & Management Services to amend and appropriate the $19,709.06 California Library Connect Grant Award in both revenues and expenditures to the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget; and 2. Approve the purchase of a new Juniper MX204 router or equivalent from CENIC, as described in the grant application. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­039 [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra 6. Application and Acceptance of Lunch at the Library Grant Award (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2024-038 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California authorizing the Director of Finance & Management Services to amend and appropriate $8,900 in both revenues and expenditures to the Fiscal Year 2023 – 2024 Operating Budget. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­038 [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 5 7. Budget Amendment FY 24 , Recreation and Community Services for the Sponsorship of the 2024 Lunar New Year ($38,450.00) in Revenue and Expense budget allocations Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2024-040 authorizing the Director of Finance to amend the FY2023/24 the budget in revenue and expenditures by $38,450 for the sponsorship payments received to support the Lunar New Year Event. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­040 [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra 8. Budget Amendment FY 24, Recreation and Community Services for the CSUSB Reservation payment and NCAA invoice payment ($92,780) in Revenue and Expense budget allocations Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2024-041 authorizing the Director of Finance and Administrative Services to approve the revenue and expense budget allocations of $92,780 respectively for the payment of the California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) field and facility reservation for Fiscalini Field 2018-2023 seasons ($87,500) and the 2023 season NCAA World Series Tournament ($5,280). RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­041 [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 6 9. Agreement with FileOnQ Incorporated, and Issue a Purchase Order (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, authorize: 1. The City Manager or designee to execute a Professional Services Agreement with FileOnQ Incorporated. 2. The Director of Finance and Management Services to issue a purchase order to FileOnQ Incorporated in an amount not to exceed $253,153.84. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra 10. Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc. for Seccombe Lake Park Design Services (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc. in the amount of $26,000 for Nicholson Neighborhood Park Improvements (Project); and 2. Authorize project contingencies in the total amount of $27,000 for design of the Project; and 3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc.; and 4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to expend the contingency fund, if necessary, to complete the project. 5. Renew the term of the agreement to September 21, 2024. 6. If necessary, authorize the City Manager to renew the term of the agreement for up to two additional one-year terms. ITEM PULLED BY STAFF, NO ACTION WAS TAKEN. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 7 11. Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with IDS Group Inc. for Speicher Memorial Park Design Services (Ward 2) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with IDS Group Inc. in the amount of $209,179 for Speicher Memorial Park Improvements (Project); and 2. Authorize the project contingencies in the total amount of $39,000 for design of the Project; and 3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with IDS Group, Inc.; and 4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to expend the contingency fund, if necessary, to complete the project. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra 12. Arrowhead Grove Phase IV Affordable Housing Project Conditional Funding Commitment (Ward 2) Recommendation: It is Recommended that the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino, California 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-036 of the Mayor and City Council of the CIty of San Bernardino, California, approving a Conditional Funding Commitment for Arrowhead Grove Phase IV, and affordable housing project; and 2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to take any further actions and execute any further agreements or documents as necessary including minor and substantive changes. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­036 [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 8 13. Approve Professional Agreement for Motel Voucher Program (All Wards) Recommendation: It is Recommended that the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino, California 1. Approve the Professional Service Agreement with Anand Patel (Pa-An, Inc., Namaste Sitiye Inc., and SB Hotel North LLC) for the provision of motel rooms ranging from 55 rooms (minimum) to 121 rooms (maximum) for a total amount not to exceed $2,751,840 and for a term beginning March 11, 2024, through March 10, 2025; and 2. Reallocate unspent Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds to the Motel Voucher Program in the amount of $327,591; and 3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any further actions and execute any further agreements or doc uments as necessary to effectuate the implementation of the Motel Voucher Program. Council Member Ibarra returned to the dais at 5:28 p.m. for the discussion and voted on item No. 13. Council Member Calvin pulled this item for discussion. Council Member Calvin expressed concern about the hotel status with code enforcement violations and if they were up to date with their business license. City Manager Montoya advised that he would report back to the Mayor and City Council if the hotels were in good standing. Council Member Sanchez asked staff about the cost and how the voucher would help meet the bed requirements. City Attorney Sonia Carvalho explained this is a short-term fix to be able to do clean- ups. Council Member Sanchez referenced the case law that the motel voucher would not help and spending $2.5 million would not get the city closer to the no camping rule. He suggested using the money for the navigation center and bringing this item back to the next meeting, explaining how the motel voucher would help. City Attorney Sonia Carvalho encouraged City Council to have something in place to do clean-ups in the city, whether it is a permanent navigation center, low barrier shelter, tent, or hotel voucher. Deputy Director of Housing and Homelessness Cassandra Searcy explained the $1.1 million for the motel vouchers is from the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (PLHA), and the state allocated this fund for the motel vouchers. If the funding is not used, the city will lose the funding, and the deadline is March 15, 2023. Council Member Alexander asked about the status of the previous motel voucher program. Deputy Director of Housing and Homelessness Cassandra Searcy explained that this program is an interim for shelter, and the previous motel voucher program has been permanently paused. The motels were outside of city limits, the city was encouraged not to move forward with one motel, and the other motel only had 24 rooms available. Council Member Calvin asked about the contract service provider for the wraparound services and if the fees are also part of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (PLHA) funding. Deputy Director of Housing and Homelessness Cassandra Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 9 Searcy explained that the city is working with Hope the Mission, and they have a Memorandum of Understanding agreement with the Pair Team and the funding from California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (Cal AIM) reimbursement. Council Member Ibarra expressed concern regarding using the funding for motel vouchers. She would prefer to have a special meeting to bring back the item and receive an update on the navigation center. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6­1] MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 SECONDER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander NOES: Sandra Ibarra 14. Accept 2022 Homeland Security Grant (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California Adopt Resolution No 2024-042: 1. Authorizing the acceptance of the 2022 Homeland Security Grant Program funds and 2. Amending the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Adopted Budget revenue and expenditures by $38,521. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra 15. Round Two American Rescue Plan Act­Funded Small Business Grant Program (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California approve the remaining $425,000 for small business grants of $2,500 and $5,000. Council Member Alexander pulled this item for discussion. Council Member Alexander expressed that the current staff recommendation was not what the council had approved during the first phase of funding. Assistant City Manager Edelia Eveland stated that the staff did not change the direction and that the staff is bringing forward a recommendation. Council Member Alexander made a motion to change the recommendation to issue a small business grant of $10,000 to businesses with an annual gross income of $50,000 or more and $5,000 to businesses with an annual gross income under $50,000. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 10 RESULT: APPROVED THE ISSUANCE OF SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS OF $10,000 TO BUSINESSES WITH ANNUAL GROSS INCOME OF $50,000 OR MORE AND $5,000 TO BUSINESSES WITH ANNUAL GROSS INCOME UNDER $50,000 [7­0] MOVER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 11 16. Amendment No. 4 to the Lease Agreement with Vanir Tower Building Inc. (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 4 to the Lease Agreement with Vanir Tower Building, Inc., for 290 North D Street, San Bernardino, California; increasing the rental space to include Suite 101B, extending the Lease Agreement through June 30, 2026, and authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the FY 2023/24 Operating Budget in the amount of $139,736 to support the costs associated with increasing the rental space with Vanir Tower Building, Inc. Council Member Sanchez pulled the item to ask staff a question. Council Member Sanchez asked staff, who will be in the office space? Deputy City Manager Susie Soren responded that Human Resources Benefit and Recruitment Division and Finance department would occupy the space. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7­0] MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 SECONDER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander The Mayor and City Council convened into Closed Session at 6:12 p.m. CLOSED SESSION A) Closed Session Recommendation: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)): Notice of Claim, Steve Carrigan, dated November 28, 2023, Claim No. GHC0065668 CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attorney, Sonia Carvalho announced there was no reportable action from Closed Session. SPECIAL MEETING ADJOURNMENT The Special Meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 7:07 p.m. The Mayor and City Council and the Mayor and City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will adjourn to the Regular Meeting on March 6, 2024, at the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino, California 92401. The Regular Meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 12 7:00 P.M. The Regular Meeting was called to order at 7:04 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING Attendee Name Council Member, Ward 1 Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 2 Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 3 Juan Figueroa Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 4 Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 5 Ben Reynoso Council Member, Ward 6 Kimberly Calvin Council Member, Ward 7 Damon L Alexander Mayor Helen Tran City Manager Charles A. Montoya City Attorney Sonia Carvalho Chief Deputy City Clerk Telicia Lopez Council Member Shorett arrived at 7:06 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED AND NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA Gregory Taylor spoke about the potholes and trash throughout the city and asked the Mayor and City Council to do more for the residents and the city. Rickey Brown spoke on the University Hill housing project and the amount of traffic this project has caused. Dolores Armstead spoke on the election results, low voter turnout, and those who complain about the city not voting. Al Palazzo spoke on his vision tour for the city. Gina Mirelez, President, and founder of Mexican American Mothers Advocating for Students, spoke about her problem with the Police Department not responding to an incident that occurred in her neighborhood. Georgia L. spoke about the spay and neutering events, lack of notification to the citizens, the Animal Service Commission meetings being canceled, and the importance of the role of the commissioners. Treasure Ortiz talked about several meetings the City Manager had without the City Council knowing and asked the Mayor and City Council to do more for the citizens. Hayward Jackson shared about fellowship and read a scripture from the bible. Sharon Negrete spoke on the Trap Neuter Release program that the city needs. Ben Salgado, Vice President of the KKC Little League, asked the Mayor and City Council to help the kids in the city's west side. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 13 Sherry Whitfield spoke on the city’s curse and expressed her embarrassment at the amount of trash, debris, and potholes the city has. Luis Soto spoke in support of Item 1. Selina Maldonado spoke about the number of animals that are on the euthanasia list, the agreement with surrounding cities, and allocating the grants received to upgrading the animal shelter. Gloria Maquinaley addressed the conditions of the KKC baseball field and asked the Mayor and City Council for help getting the field fixed. Michael Chavez asked the Mayor and City Council to help restore the KKC baseball field. James Smith thanked the Council for their service and the community for voting no on Measure W. He also spoke about the new officers for the Arts and Historical Preservation Commission. Jose Cisneros spoke on the bad conditions of the KKC Little League baseball field and the importance of sports for youth. Less spoke about the City Manager, City Attorney, and Council Members. Luis Ojeda spoke about the election. He expressed the difficulties trucks and truck drivers go through in the city. Lastly, he said the SB Food Fest will not happen in May. At 8:01 p.m., Mayor Tran paused Public Comment and re­ordered the meeting proceeding to Public Hearings, Items No. 3 through Item No. 9. PUBLIC HEARING 3. Resolution Approving Street Vacation (15.30­440) of a Portion along 9th Street and Tippecanoe Avenue and Reservation of Utilities Therein (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2024-053 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approving the vacation of a portion along 9th Street and Tippecanoe Avenue, and reservation of utilities therein. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 8:01 p.m. The staff presentation was provided by Josh Dramitinos, Deputy Director of Economic Development. There was one public speaker for this hearing. Walt Ferar expressed concerns about the warehouse removing the sidewalk and the bad condition of Tippecanoe Avenue. The public hearing was closed at 8:06 p.m. Council Member Alexander asked staff to inform the Mayor and City Council if the developer will add sidewalks and repair the street. Council Member Ibarra also expressed concerns about having an elementary school near the warehouse. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 14 RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­053 [7­0] MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 SECONDER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander Council Member Shorett and Council Member Figueroa left the dais at 8:06 p.m. 4. Resolution Approving Street Vacation (15.30­437) of a Portion of Harris Street Between North “I” Street and “J” Street and South of West 9th Street and Reservation of Utilities Therein (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2024-051 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approving the vacation of a portion of Harris Street between North “I” Street and “J” Street and south of West 9th Street, and reservation of utilities therein. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 8:10 p.m. The staff presentation was provided by Josh Dramitinos, Deputy Director of Economic Development. There were no public speakers for this hearing. The public hearing was closed at 8:12 p.m. Council Member Figueroa returned at 8:13 p.m. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­051 [6­0] MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 SECONDER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander ABSENT: Fred Shorett Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 15 5. Resolution Approving Street Vacation (15.30­439) of a Portion Broadway Avenue East of N “J” Street and North of Main Street and Reservation of Utilities Therein (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2024-052 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approving the vacation of a portion Broadway Avenue East of N “J” Street and North of Main Street, and reservation of utilities therein. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 8:13 p.m. The staff presentation was provided by Josh Dramitinos, Deputy Director of Economic Development. There were no public speakers for this hearing. The public hearing was closed at 8:14 p.m. Council member Shorett returned at 8:13 p.m. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­052 [7­0] MOVER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Ben Reynoso, Council Member, Ward 5 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander 6. Public Hearing on Annexation No. 39 to Community Facilities District 2019­1 (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Hold a Public Hearing; and 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-043 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, calling an election to submit to the qualified electors the question of levying a special tax within the area proposed to be annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 39); and 3. Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election; and 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-044 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, declaring election results for Community Facilities District No. 2019- 1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 39); and 5. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-1630 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, amending Ordinance No. MC-1522 and levying special taxes to be collected during Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to pay annual costs of the maintenance and servicing of landscaping, lighting, water quality improvements, graffiti, streets, street sweeping, parks and trail maintenance, a reserve fund for capital replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of San Bernardino Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services); and Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 16 6. Schedule the adoption of Ordinance No. MC-1630 for March 20, 2024. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 8:15 p.m. The City Council did not wish to hear the presentation. There were no requests to speak for this hearing. Chief Deputy City Clerk Telicia Lopez announced there were zero written protests. The public hearing was closed at 8:16 p.m. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­043 [7­0] MOVER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­044 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander RESULT: INTRODUCED FOR FIRST READING ORDINANCE NO. MC­1630 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 17 7. Public Hearing on Annexation No. 40 to Community Facilities District 2019­1 (Ward 5) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Hold a Public Hearing; and 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-045 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, calling an election to submit to the qualified electors the question of levying a special tax within the area proposed to be annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 40); and 3. Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election; and 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-046 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, declaring election results for Community Facilities District No. 2019- 1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 40); and 5. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-1631 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, amending Ordinance No. MC-1522 and levying special taxes to be collected during Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to pay annual costs of the maintenance and servicing of landscaping, lighting, water quality improvements, graffiti, streets, street sweeping, parks and trail maintenance, a reserve fund for capital replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of San Bernardino Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services); and 6. Schedule the adoption of Ordinance No. MC-1631 for March 20, 2024. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 8:19 p.m. The City Council did not wish to hear the presentation. There were no requests to speak for this hearing. Chief Deputy City Clerk Telicia Lopez announced there were zero written protests. The public hearing was closed at 8:21 p.m. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­045 [7­0] MOVER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Ben Reynoso, Council Member, Ward 5 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­046 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 18 RESULT: INTRODUCED FOR FIRST READING ORDINANCE NO. MC­1631 [7­0] MOVER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 SECONDER: Ben Reynoso, Council Member, Ward 5 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander 8. Public Hearing on Annexation No. 41 to Community Facilities District 2019­1 (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Hold a Public Hearing; and 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-047 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, calling an election to submit to the qualified electors the question of levying a special tax within the area proposed to be annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 41); and 3. Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election; and 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-048 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, declaring election results for Community Facilities District No. 2019- 1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 41); and 5. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-1632 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, amending Ordinance No. MC-1522 and levying special taxes to be collected during Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to pay annual costs of the maintenance and servicing of landscaping, lighting, water quality improvements, graffiti, streets, street sweeping, parks and trail maintenance, a reserve fund for capital replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of San Bernardino Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services); and 6. Schedule the adoption of Ordinance No. MC-1632 for March 20, 2024. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 8:24 p.m. The City Council did not wish to hear the presentation. There was one request to speak for this hearing. David Freidman, owner of the land, spoke in favor of this item. He thanked the Mayor, City Council, and staff for their support of the Fifth Street Gateway project. Chief Deputy City Clerk Telicia Lopez announced there were zero written protests. The public hearing was closed at 8:26 p.m. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 19 RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­047 [7­0] MOVER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­048 [7­0] MOVER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander RESULT: INTRODUCED FOR FIRST READING ORDINANCE NO. MC­1632 [6­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Alexander ABSENT: Kimberly Calvin Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 20 9. Public Hearing on Annexation No. 38 to Community Facilities District 2019­1 (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Hold a Public Hearing; and 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-049 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, calling an election to submit to the qualified electors the question of levying a special tax within the area proposed to be annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 38); and 3. Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election; and 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-050 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, declaring election results for Community Facilities District No. 2019- 1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 38); and 5. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-1633 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, amending Ordinance No. MC-1522 and levying special taxes to be collected during Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to pay annual costs of the maintenance and servicing of landscaping, lighting, water quality improvements, graffiti, streets, street sweeping, parks and trail maintenance, a reserve fund for capital replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of San Bernardino Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services); and 6. Schedule the adoption of Ordinance No. MC-1633 for March 20, 2024 Council Member Calvin left the dais at 8:24 p.m. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 8:29 p.m. The City Council did not wish to hear the presentation. There were no requests to speak for this hearing. Chief Deputy City Clerk Telicia Lopez announced there were zero written protests. The public hearing was closed at 8:30 p.m. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­049 [6­0] MOVER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Alexander ABSENT: Kimberly Calvin Council Member Calvin returned at 8:28 p.m. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 21 RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2024­050 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander RESULT: INTRODUCED FOR FIRST READING ORDINANCE NO. MC­1633 [7­0] MOVER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 SECONDER: Ben Reynoso, Council Member, Ward 5 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander At this time, the Mayor and City Council resumed public comments. Lydia Savala asked why the constituents are not notified regarding the low cost of spay neuter services on City premises by Paw Mission. Carmen Gallegos suggested all the animals in the city should have free licensing. Ron Shield thanked the Police Department Community Outreach and Support Team (COAST) Program, which saved his life. Junior Carrillo congratulated the winners of the election and thanked Council Members Reynoso, Calvin, and Alexander. He believes every person in the dais is doing the best they can for the city, and everyone deserves respect. Chief Deputy City Clerk Telicia Lopez then read the following written comment into the record, per ADA accommodation: Tim Dorame expressed concern regarding Council Member Shorett's comments in the previous meeting, and he supported Treasure Ortiz for City Council. 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 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 22 1. Adoption of Ordinance No. MC­1627 Approving Development Code Amendment 24­01 (2021­2029 Housing Element) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California adopt Ordinance No. MC-1627 approving Development Code Amendment 24-01 changing the Zoning District Classification of specific parcels to meet the City’s Regional House Needs Allocation (RHNA), pursuant to the Addendum to Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2004111132). RESULT: ADOPTED OF ORDINANCE NO. MC­1627 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander 2. Adoption of Ordinance No. MC­1629 Approving Development Code Amendment 23­ 03 (Density Bonus) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California adopt Ordinance No. MC-1629 approving Development Code Amendment 23-03 amending Chapter 19.04 (Residential Zones) Section 19.04.030 (Density Bonus) of the City of San Bernardino Development Code (SBMC Title 19) in order to update the Density Bonus section in compliance with State law; and finding that Development Code Amendment 23-03 is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act. RESULT: ADOPTED OF ORDINANCE NO. MC­1629 [7­0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL UPDATES/REPORTS ON CONFERENCES/MEETINGS At this time, the Mayor and City Council provided updates to the community. Highlights included the postponement of the ribbon cutting for the mobile pet clinic to March 19th, The annual eggstravaganza to be held on March 23rd, regional meeting for homeless, neighborhood meetings, the opening of Chubzies Burgers, Dignity Health Improvement Award, State of Woman in honor of women’s history month, Cultural Foundation Award honoring community leaders, The National League of Cities Conference in Washington DC from March 11th through 13th. The Mayor and City Council adjourned the meeting with a moment of silence in honor of Bill Cary community member and business owner. Special/Regular Meeting Minutes March 6, 2024 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 23 ADJOURNMENT The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 8:59 p.m. The meeting of the Mayor and City Council will adjourn to a Regular meeting to be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino, California 92401. Closed Session will begin at 5:00 p.m. and the Open Session will begin at 7:00 p.m. By: Telicia Lopez Telicia Lopez, CMC, Acting City Clerk