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Home My WebLink About03-04-2026 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, MARCH 4, 2026 3:30 PM The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was called to order at 3:30 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. CALL TO ORDER Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Present Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Late 3:32 PM Juan Figueroa Council Member, Ward 3 Late 3:32 PM Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Present Kim Knaus Mayor Pro-Tem, 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 Deputy City Attorney Present Telicia Lopez City Clerk Present Perla Lopez Chief Deputy City Clerk Absent Mayor Helen Tran Council Members Theodore Sanchez Sandra Ibarra Juan Figueroa Fred Shorett Kim Knaus Mario Flores Dr. Treasure Ortiz Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 2 3:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT Barbara Sky spoke in support of reviewing the City Attorney and questioned why the firm was selected and retained. She also raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest related to the city’s bankruptcy period. Prior to convening in Closed Session, Deputy City Attorney Albert Maldonado announced that Item B was regarding Mandeville. CLOSED SESSION A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) and (d)(1): i.) Justin Ramirez v. City of San Bernardino, San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVSB2419803 B) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - Anticipated Litigation - Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)(1): (1) Case C) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation - Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)): i.) Notice of Claim, Asusena Soren, dated July 21, 2025, Amended Claim filed August 5, 2025, Claim No. GHC0086369 D) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957) Title: City Manager E) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION PROCESS (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957) (Criteria, Timing, Goal Setting, and Other Preliminary Matters) Titles: City Clerk, City Attorney 5:00 PM The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was called to order at 5:06 PM by Mayor Tran on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 3 INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Pastor Paul E. Jones from Independent Trinity led the invocation, and Mayor Pro-Tem Knaus led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. CLOSED SESSION REPORT Deputy City Attorney Albert Maldonado reported on Item A) Justin Ramirez v. City of San Bernardino, the Council unanimously voted to settle the case for $190,000. Deputy City Attorney Maldonado also reported that the City Manager's evaluation was routine per the City Manager’s Contract. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR AGENDA ITEM NO. 1 ONLY There were no public comments for Agenda Item No. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR - ONE ITEM ONLY 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-017 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement for the Acceptance of $100,000 from the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors to Assist the San Bernardino Police Department with the Purchase of a Tactical Robot (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-017 authorizing: 1. The City Manager to execute an agreement with the County of San Bernardino for the acceptance of $100,000 from the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors to assist the San Bernardino Police Department with the purchase of a Robotic Police K9 and; 2. The Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the applicable fiscal year operating budget in the amount of $100,000 in both revenue and expenditures. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-017 [7-0] MOVER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None PRESENTATIONS 2. Vice Chair & 5th District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. (San Bernardino County) Check Presentation: $100,000 To Assist The San Bernardino Police Department With The Purchase Of A Tactical Robot (All Wards) Vice Chair & 5th District Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. presented the check to the Mayor and City Council. Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 4 PUBLIC HEARING 3. Substantial Amendment Number One to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan, Allocating Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and CDBG Cares Act (CDBG-CV) Funds from previous years to the SB HOPE Campus (All Wards) p.40 Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-015 and: 1. Conduct a Public Hearing to obtain citizens’ comments on the proposed Substantial Amendment Number One to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP); and 2. Approve the Substantial Amendment Number One to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan to increase funding for the SB HOPE Campus by $1,979,926.86; and 3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to take any further actions and execute any further agreements or documents, as necessary, to effectuate the submittal of the proposed Substantial Amendment Number One to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan to HUD; and 4. Authorize the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025–2026 Budget in accordance with the approved Substantial Amendment, allocating a total of $1,979,926.86 from prior-year unspent CDBG funds, including: $64,627.53 from FY 2021–2022, $305,884.60 from FY 2022–2023, $185,642.91 from FY 2023–2024, $58,392.47 from FY 2024–2025, $92,574.29 from FY 2025–2026, and $1,272,805.06 from CDBG-CV FY 2020–2021; and 5. Authorize the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Budget to reflect a technical correction revising CDBG (FUND 119) unearned revenues to $6,417,546.41 and CDBG-CV (FUND 131 & 139 cumulatively) unearned revenues to $2,163,968.63. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 5:15 p.m. There was a consensus amongst the City Council to forego the presentation. At this time, public comments for the public hearing were heard. Dorothy Navarez asked about oversight for funds to the navigation center and requested quarterly updates on how the money is spent. Ron Alvarado spoke in support of reallocating funds to the Hope Campus project and urged strong oversight and accountability of the nearly $2 million investment. Luis Ojeda criticized the City for delaying the use of funds and urged improved leadership, planning, and accountability. Mayor Tran closed the public hearing at 5:23 p.m. Council Member Ortiz acknowledged that the funds had been unused for years and supported reallocating them to the Hope Campus with oversight. Staff explained the delay in allocation was due in part to prior staffing shortages and HUD funding requirements. Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 5 RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-015 [7-0] MOVER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None CITY MANAGER UPDATE City Manager Eric Levitt provided the City Manager Update. Highlights included upcoming Caltrans emergency ramp closures affecting traffic, the City’s recognition as a Tree City USA, expanded weekend code enforcement, fire service updates, transportation improvements, proposed county purchase of a senior housing complex, and the library’s youth reading program partnership with In-N-Out. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED AND NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA At this time, public comments were heard. Mayor Tran announced each speaker would be limited to one minute and thirty seconds per comment, instead of three minutes, in accordance with Resolution No. 2018-89. Council Member Sanchez made a motion to allow three minutes for each speaker; the motion was seconded by Council Member Ibarra. RESULT: PUBLIC COMMENTS TO BE THREE MINUTES EACH [7-0] MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 SECONDER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None Brandi Collato, President and CEO of YMCA East Valley, expressed support for a long- term lease for the San Bernardino YMCA, emphasizing the need for stability to secure funding for facility improvements and expanded programs. Barbara Sky criticized the City Attorney and upper police management, citing alleged mistreatment of whistleblowers and misuse of authority. Luis Ojeda thanked city departments for addressing illegal dumping, urged transparency on Flock camera reports, and supported providing the police with technology to improve public safety. Al Palazzo shared a historical overview of local businesses and neighborhoods while proposing plans to create jobs in San Bernardino. Carmen Gallegos raised safety concerns about unsafe car and bike activity near children and praised the city for clearing homeless camps. Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 6 The following speakers expressed support for Items 17 and 18, urging the City Council to adopt measures that promote transparency, protect constitutional rights, and strengthen trust between immigrant communities and local government. Several speakers also raised concerns about immigration enforcement, surveillance technologies, and the impacts of ICE activity on families, public safety, and community well-being. Christian Shaughnessy, second ward candidate, emphasized his experience helping residents, criticized current leadership for lack of transparency, accountability, and collaboration, and pledged to restore integrity, open government, and community- focused leadership. Ronaldo Alvarado, first ward candidate, spoke against the misuse of special meetings to intimidate critics, highlighted alleged Brown Act violations, and expressed support for transparency. Angel Huerta Jr. criticized the piling up of empty cargo containers, calling them a nuisance, and urged the city to scrap or return them. Julio Marroquin shared his experience as an immigrant and urged the council to make communities safer. Daniel Vega praised the police department and Chief Goodman for improved public safety, proactive policing, and cleanup efforts near California State University San Bernardino. Kentae Isiah spoke about police accountability and police brutality, sharing about his cousin’s death at the hands of a San Bernardino County Sheriff gang task unit. Luis Avila raised concerns about high impound and towing fees affecting working-class residents and requested reductions to release, storage, and lien fees, renegotiation with towing companies, and a full audit of Hayes Towing. Tyesha Moody shared that her son was killed by San Bernardino County Sheriff officers and described not receiving answers, documentation, or communication from authorities. Mykayla Brown, a San Bernardino County resident, spoke about her brother, who was shot and killed at age 23, and demanded justice for him. Oscar Rostollan shared his positive experience in San Bernardino, praised improvements in public safety, and thanked the city and police leadership. Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 7 Edwin Delgado, representing the vice chair of the County Board of Supervisor highlighted support for police K9s and fire station expansion to improve public safety and emergency response. Andy Fuentes, a resident of the seventh ward, criticized ICE activities and the lack of community protection and called for elected officials committed to fighting corruption and supporting the community. Maelena Enriquez, president of San Bernardino Young Democrats, criticized the council for failing young people on housing and called for a focus on jobs, accountability, and affordable housing. Jonathan Bautista highlighted positive city initiatives, thanked council members and police for community efforts, and encouraged civic engagement to improve San Bernardino. Angel Lira urged the council to create a day laborer center to protect workers and prevent deportations. Mariam Nieto urged the council to adopt items 17 and 18, criticized Flock cameras, and called for equitable funding and resources for community services beyond policing. Mary Valdemar spoke on concerns about community fear related to law enforcement and opposed increased surveillance technologies. Josiah Batista offered a prayer for the city and community. Dolores Armstead raised concerns about city leadership, economic development, and financial accountability. Dorthy Nevarez acknowledged some improvements but raised concerns about police staffing, homelessness services, and council transparency. Kimberly Calvin called for greater transparency, accountability, and attention to homelessness. Ester Gonzalez opposed certain agenda items and raised concerns about policing, surveillance, and housing affordability. Ivan Garcia expressed support for the police department and noted reductions in crime. Les raised concerns about city governance, requested a financial audit, and commented on police resources. Donis K. shared her international experiences and credited San Bernardino and the IB program at Cajon High School for shaping her opportunities, encouraging the community to focus on vision and progress for the city. Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 8 The following speakers opposed the city’s contract with Flock Safety System, citing privacy violations and the harmful impact of surveillance on immigrant communities. They urged the council to redirect resources toward community investments such as day labor centers, parks, schools, street lighting, and enforcement of state laws protecting residents from ICE-related abuses. City Clerk Telicia Lopez advised that written comments were also received and would be available on the City’s website for public view. The meeting recessed at 8:04 p.m. and reconvened at 8:14 p.m. 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 [7-0] 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. Authorize a Goods Purchase Agreement with Midwest Veterinary Supply in an amount not to exceed $500,000 annually (All Wards) p. 94 Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Goods Purchase Agreement with Midwest Veterinary Supply; and 2. Authorize the Director of Finance to issue a purchase order to Midwest Veterinary Supply in an amount not to exceed $500,000 annually. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] 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 Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 9 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. October 19, 2022 Special Meeting Draft Minutes 2. January 15, 2026 Special Meeting Draft Minutes 3. January 21, 2026 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] 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. Accept State Funds for Seccombe Lake Park Rehabilitation Project Administered by the California Natural Resources Agency (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution 2026-016, which supersedes the previously adopted Resolution No. 2024-135 for the purpose of reallocating grant funds: 1. Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to accept state funds administered through the California Natural Resources Agency for the Seccombe Lake Park Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $5,000,000; and 2. Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to conduct all negotiations, signing, and submittals of necessary documents to receive the awarded funds. 3. Authorize the Director of Finance & Management Services to reallocate $5,000,000 from the Park Land Replacement Project to the Seccombe Lake Park Rehabilitation Project. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-016 [7-0] 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 Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 10 7. Approval of the award for Financial Auditing Services to Eadie Payne LLP, in the Amount of $542,860 to Audit Financial Statements for Fiscal Years Ending June 30, 2026, through June 30, 2030, with the Option of Auditing the City’s Financials for Two Subsequent Years (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the professional services agreement with Eadie Payne LLP for financial auditing services in the amount of $542,860 for fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, through June 30, 2030, with the option of auditing the City’s financial statements for two subsequent years (through June 30, 2032). RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 8. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Hinderliter, De Llamas & Associates for Sales and Use Transaction Tax Auditing Services, Including Measure S District Tax, Extending the Term Through June 30, 2030, Increasing the Not-to-Exceed Amount by $250,000 for a New Total Contract Amount Not to Exceed $275,500 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Hinderliter, De Llamas & Associates for Professional Auditing Services related to the City's Sales and Use Transaction Tax, including the Measure S District Tax, extending the agreement term through June 30, 2030; and 2. Increase the original contract not-to-exceed amount by $250,000, resulting in a new total contract amount not to exceed $275,500; and Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the amendment. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] 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 Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 11 9. Ratify the No-Cost Extension Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with the Board of State Community Corrections (BSCC) for the California Violence Intervention Program Cycle 4 Grant (Cal VIP 4) (All Wards) p. 226 Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Ratify the No-Cost Extension Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with the Board of State Community Corrections (BSCC) for the California Violence Intervention Program Cycle 4 Grant; and 2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to take any further actions to execute amendments or documents as necessary, including minor and substantive changes, after review by the City Attorney, as necessary to effectuate the implementation of the community violence intervention program services with Subrecipients Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy and Operation New Hope. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] 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. Annual Renewal Of The City's Property Insurance For FY 2026/27 In An Amount Not To Exceed $2,540,000 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the annual renewal of the City’s property insurance for a premium not to exceed $2,540,000 for the term beginning April 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2027; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related documentation. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] 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 Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 12 11. Amendment No. 1 to Goods Purchase Agreement with Long Beach BMW Motorcycles to Increase the Not to Exceed Amount to $162,809.80 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the first amendment to the Goods Purchase Agreement with Long Beach BMW Motorcycles, increasing the total purchase amount from $77,218.00 to $162,809.80. 2. Authorize the Director of Finance and Management Services to increase the existing purchase order from $77,218.00 to $162,809.80. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] 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. Memorandum of Understanding with Riverside Urban Area Security Initiative (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-018 authorizing: 1. The City Manager to enter a Regional Training and Equipment Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Riverside regarding Urban Area Security Initiative Grant funding for Federal Fiscal Year 2023; and 2. Authorizing the City Manager or their designee to conduct all negotiations, signings, and submitting documents to the necessary. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-018 [7-0] 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 Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 13 13. Approve Amendment No. 3 to the Design Services Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc. For The Seccombe Lake Park Revitalization Project for $342,790 and Approve Additional Contingencies in the Amount of $35,000 for a Total Increase of $377,790. (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Approve Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Design Services Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc. for the Seccombe Lake Park Revitalization Project (Project) in the amount of $377,790, increasing the total not to exceed amount to $968,645, and extending the term through December 31, 2027; and 2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc. 3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to expend the contingency fund, if necessary, to complete the project. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None DISCUSSION 14. Authorization to Proceed with Lease Renewal Negotiations with the YMCA of the East Valley for 808 E. 21st Street (Ward 2) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, authorize the City Manager to proceed with lease renewal negotiations with the YMCA of the East Valley for the property located at 808 E. 21st Street. There was a consensus amongst the City Council to forego the presentation. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0] MOVER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 14 15. Designation of One or More Alternate Voting Delegates for the SCAG 2026 Regional Conference and General Assembly in Palm Desert, CA May 7-8, 2026 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the selection of one or more alternate voting delegates for the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) 2026 Regional Conference and General Assembly, scheduled for May 7–8, 2026, at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California. There was a motion by Council Member Ortiz to select herself as the alternate voting delegate, and Mayor Pro-Tem Knaus seconded the motion. RESULT: APPROVED COUNCIL MEMBER ORTIZ AS THE ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATE FOR SCAG [7-0] MOVER: Tresure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Council Member, Ward 5 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None Council Member Flores left the dais at 8:28 p.m. 16. Authorize Staff to Begin Statutory Due Diligence for San Bernardino County Fire – Firehouse 222 Expansion at Bobby Vega Park (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Authorize staff to initiate statutory due diligence for the San Bernardino County Fire – Firehouse 222 Expansion Project at Bobby Vega Park, including environmental review, title verification, and other compliance activities required under applicable state and local regulations; and 2. Direct staff to return to Council, upon completion of due diligence and subdivision of the park land, with a resolution declaring the newly created parcel as surplus land and authorizing its disposition pursuant to the Surplus Land Act provisions applicable to local agency-to-agency transfers or exchanges. There was a consensus amongst the City Council to forego the presentation. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6-0] MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 SECONDER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Mario Flores Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 15 Council Member Flores returned to the dais at 8:32. ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE MEETINGS There was a consensus amongst the Council Members to vote on Item Nos. 17 and 18 in one vote. RESULT: APPROVED ITEM 17 AND 18 TO BE HEARD AT FUTURE MEETINGS [7-0] MOVER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 17. Adopt a Citywide Constitutional Rights Resolution (All Wards) – (Council Member Ibarra) RESULT: APPROVED ITEM 17 TO BE HEARD AT A FUTURE MEETING [7-0] MOVER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None 18. Consider a Resolution on Immigration Enforcement. As Part of Agenda Item, Consider a Resolution Similar to the Riverside Resolution and How it Would be Impacted by California State law. (All Wards) - (Council Member Flores) RESULT: APPROVED ITEM 18 TO BE HEARD AT A FUTURE MEETING [7-0] MOVER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5 SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None Regular Meeting Minutes March 4, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 16 MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL UPDATES/REPORTS ON CONFERENCES & MEETINGS At this time, the Mayor and City Council provided updates to the community. Highlights included the Lunar New Year celebration, educational and athletic milestones, community beautification projects, crime-reduction efforts, and the recognition of Leland Norton Elementary School with the 2026 California Green Ribbon Schools Award. ADJOURNMENT The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 8:47 PM. 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 March 18, 2026, at the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino, California 92410. Closed Session will begin at 4:00 PM and Open Session will begin at 5:00 PM. Telicia Lopez, CMC City Clerk