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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, JUNE 3, 2026
4:30 PM
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was
called to order at 4:31 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, June 3, 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 4:35 p.m.
Juan Figueroa Council Member, Ward 3 Present
Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Late 4:35 p.m.
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 Present
Mayor Helen Tran
Council Members
Theodore Sanchez
Sandra Ibarra
Juan Figueroa
Fred Shorett
Kim Knaus
Mario Flores
Dr. Treasure Ortiz
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3:30 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments or requests to speak for Closed Session.
CLOSED SESSION
A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - Anticipated Litigation - Significant
Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
i. Notice of Claim, Mandeville Modular, Inc., dated March 17, 2026, Claim No.
GHC0095108
5:00 P.M.
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was
called to order at 5:07 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at
Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA.
CALL TO ORDER
Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Present
Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Present
Juan Figueroa Council Member, Ward 3 Present
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 Present
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pastor Dion Taylor from Cruz Chicon Foundation led the invocation, and Damian
Delgado from Pacific High School led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Deputy City Attorney Albert Maldonado stated there was no reportable action from
Closed Session.
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PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition for Cajon High School Golf Team 2026 CIF Southern
Section Division 7 Championship (Ward 5)
The Mayor and City Council presented the recognition to the Cajon High School Golf
Team and coaches.
2. Recognition of California State University of San Bernardino Men’s Baseball
2025-26 CCAA Tournament Championship (All Wards)
The Mayor and City Council presented the recognition to the California State University,
San Bernardino Men’s Baseball team and coaches.
3. Recognition of California State University of San Bernardino Men’s Golf 2025-26
NCAA Nationals (All Wards)
The Mayor and City Council presented the recognition to the California State University,
San Bernardino Men’s Golf team and coaches.
4. Recognition of California State University of San Bernardino Women’s Volleyball
2025-26 CCAA Tournament Championship (All Wards)
The Mayor and City Council presented the recognition to the California State University,
San Bernardino Women’s Volleyball team and coaches.
5. Proclamation for Pride Month in the City of San Bernardino – June 2026 (All
Wards)
The Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to the City of San Bernardino
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Director, Vanessa Carder, and staff.
PUBLIC HEARING
6. Continuation of a Public Hearing from May 6, 2026 - Introduction of
Ordinance No. MC-XXX Amending Various Sections of Title 15 of the San
Bernardino Municipal Code Adopting the New (2025) Building Code (All
Wards) (Staff is Requesting to Continue this Item to June 17, 2026, July 15,
2026)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California take the following action:
1. Hold a Public Hearing; and
2. Introduce and read by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance
No. MC-xxx of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California, adopting the new Municipal Code language and
approve use of the new 2025 California Building Code and other minor
changes to Chapter 15 of the San Bernardino Municipal Code; and
3. Schedule Ordinance No. MC-xxx for Adoption on July 15, 2026.
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The public hearing was opened on May 6, 2026 and continued to June 3, 2026. At this
time, staff is requesting the public hearing to be continued to July 15, 2026.
RESULT: CONTINUED THE PUBLIC HEARING TO JULY 15, 2026 [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
7. Introduce Ordinance No. MC -1664 - Specific Plan Amendment 23 -01 and
Subdivision 23-05 (Tentative Tract Map 20595) University Hills Specific Plan
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Adopt Resolution 2026-042 approving Subdivision No. 23-05 (Tentative
Tract Map No. 20595) to allow the subdivision of a 404.3-acre site into 327
single-family residential lots; and adopting the Addendum to the Final
Subsequent Environmental Impact Report and Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program (SCH #2007071155) in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act.
2. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No.
MC-1664 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California (a)
Approving Specific Plan Amendment 23-01, amending the development
standards and guidelines of the original development plan and reducing
the number of proposed single-family residential lots from 980 to 327
within the University Hills Specific Plan (APNs: 0265-041-12, 0265-051-
12 and -13;
0265-061-16; 0265-011-06, -07, and -08; 0265-051-09; and 0265-021-13)
(Attachment 5 and 6); and (b) dissolving Development Agreement No. 08-
02 (Attachment 1 and 6).
3. Schedule the adoption of Ordinance No. MC-1664 to the regularly
scheduled meeting of the Mayor and City Council on June 17, 2026.
The public hearing was opened on May 6, 2026, at 6:16 p.m.
Senior Planner, Mike Rosales, presented to the Mayor and City Council.
At this time, public comments for the public hearing were heard.
Jane Hunt-Ruble expressed concerns about preserving foothill areas near California State
University, San Bernardino, highlighting the importance of open space, natural habitat, and
wildfire prevention.
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Luke Berger, Crestline Soaring Society, expressed concerns about potential safety
impacts of a housing project near the Andy Jackson Air Park. Requested additional
collaboration to address concerns while supporting housing development.
Mayor Tran closed the public hearing at 5:45 p.m., reopened it at 5:57 p.m. for additional
discussion between Luke Berger and the developer.
Council Members discussed and expressed concerns regarding development in fire and
earthquake-prone areas, emphasizing the need for thoughtful planning, adequate
infrastructure, and safe housing. They acknowledged the need for housing and
requested confirmation that fire safety, access, and emergency response requirements
were addressed.
Mayor Tran closed the public hearing at 6:34 p.m.
Mayor Pro-Tem Knaus invited the developers to join the Fifth Ward Community Meeting
on June 15th before the City Council makes a decision on this project.
Council Member Ortiz made a motion to continue the Public Hearing to July 15, 2026.
The Motion was Seconded by Council Member Flores.
RESULT: CONTINUED THE PUBLIC HEARING TO JULY 15, 2026 [7-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
8. AB 2561 Annual Vacancy Report (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Conduct a public hearing in accordance with AB 2561 (2024); and
2. Receive and file a report on the City of San Bernardino’s annual
vacancy rate.
Mayor Tran opened the Public Hearing at 6:37 p.m.
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management, Andrea Russell, presented to the
Mayor and City Council.
In accordance with AB 2561, Antoinette McDaniel from AFSCME Local 4710 San
Bernardino Police Civilians Association and Stephanie Castro from San Bernardino
Confidential & Management Association presented to the Mayor and City Council.
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There was no public comment.
Mayor Tran closed the Public Hearing at 7:16 p.m.
RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; RECEIVED AND FILED
CITY MANAGER UPDATE
City Manager Eric Levitt provided the City Manager Update. Highlights included San
Bernardino County opening its new communication center, the ceremony honoring those
fallen heroes on Memorial Day, the safety improvement underway on Kendall Avenue,
Code Enforcement working with the property owner on 21st Street to address ongoing
health and safety issues, and the San Bernardino Public Library summer reading program
starting June 6th through August 1st.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
Irma Flores spoke on the Delegated Maintenance Agreement (DMA) pilot program,
noting it remained in draft and unsigned by Caltrans, and requested that the JOPS be
included as an appendix and that final approval be delayed pending Caltrans review and
confirmation of the protocols.
Edwin Delgado, representing Supervisor Joe Baca Jr., reported county funding for Spiker
Memorial Park $950,000 and La Plaza Park $1.3 million improvements and thanked the
City for its partnership.
Dominic Gutierrez expressed concerns about the management of Shandin Hills Golf
Course, alleging poor upkeep, declining programs, and a conflict of interest involving the
management company.
Diego Rodarte supported the proposed driving range repairs and encouraged the City
Council to develop a long-term plan to improve Shandin Hills Golf Course.
John Schollenberger thanked San Bernardino voters for participating in the election,
encouraged continued civic engagement, and emphasized the importance of community
leadership.
Ron Alvarado thanked residents for participating in the election and encouraged
continued community engagement.
Dulce Becerra supported the proposed repairs to the Shandin Hills Golf Course driving
range and encouraged continued investment in the facility to benefit the community and
local youth.
Jose Mendez announced his election as the Disabled American Veterans California State
Commander and encouraged the City to recognize and support veterans in the
community.
Frank Becerra supported the proposed improvements to Shandin Hills Golf Course and
encouraged continued investment in the facility.
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Mike Hartley expressed concerns about homelessness in the City, encouraged action to
address the issue, and emphasized the importance of proper golf course maintenance
and etiquette.
Curtis Stout commented on the University Parkway project, reviewed its budget history,
and encouraged the City Council to continue supporting the project as a key improvement
for the Westside community and the City.
Omar Williams discussed proposed term limits for elected officials, encouraged
consistency in voting positions, and urged the public to attend the upcoming City Charter
meeting to provide input.
Tim Prince provided an update on the Charter Review Committee’s work and proposed
potential amendments to the City Charter.
Debbie Kauffman expressed concerns regarding animal control response times and
requested that shelter calls be recorded. Also urged the City to expand spay and neuter
programs to address animal overpopulation.
Amy Malone thanked supporters from their mayoral campaign, expressed gratitude for
the experience, congratulated the elected officials and other candidates, and affirmed a
continued commitment to serving the City of San Bernardino.
Ms. Ashley Giliam expressed concerns about safety issues and deteriorated netting at
Shandin Hills Golf Course and urged the City to address maintenance and improvement
needs.
Jim Smith supported efforts related to the City Charter review, highlighted positive
achievements in San Bernardino, and urged the preservation of local historical names
and community landmarks.
Pamela Hall expressed concerns on behalf of animal shelter volunteers about restricted
access to shelter buildings and requested that access be restored or modified to support
animal adoption and reduce euthanasia rates.
Charlene Dixon discussed the University Parkway project, noting that it was previously
funded but delayed due to utility issues, and urged the City Council to proceed with its
completion as an important gateway improvement for the City.
Lydia Savala raised concerns about animal shelter operations and transparency, and
another urged approval of University Parkway landscaping improvements.
Andy Fuentes congratulated the Mayor on reelection, emphasized the importance of
public understanding of the City Charter, and encouraged voter engagement in future
elections and advocating for new leadership.
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Sharon Negrete expressed concern about animal overpopulation in the City and urged
implementation of a citywide spay/neuter, along with increased resources to address the
issue.
Kimberly Calvin provided comments on University Parkway Item 27, urged completion of
landscaping improvements, and emphasized concerns about safety and maintenance in
Ward 6.
Al Palazzo submitted recommendations on downtown revitalization, including housing
and zoning reforms, and encouraged continued redevelopment efforts.
City Clerk Telicia Lopez advised that written comments were also received and would be
available on the City’s website for public review.
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.
Prior to hearing the Consent Calendar, the City Clerk announced that Item No. 10
was pulled for consideration and will be brought back on June 17, 2026.
RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND ITEM NOS. 11, 15,
21, AND 22 WERE PULLED FOR DISCUSSION [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
9. 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. April 10, 2023 Special Meeting Draft Minutes
2. August 3, 2023 Special Meeting Draft Minutes
3. April 1, 2026 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes
4. April 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes
RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
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10. Adopt a Resolution Establishing a Disruption Policy in accordance
with Senate Bill 707
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-057 approving a meeting disruption policy
in accordance with Senate Bill 707 (SB 707).
RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; PULLED BY STAFF, WILL BE ON THE JUNE
17TH MEETING
11. Proposed Acquisition of the Smart Technology Building for $3,667,740.13
Located at 793 N. “E” Street, San Bernardino, California (Ward 1)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-058:
1. Approve the purchase of the Smart Technology Building located at 793 N.
“E” Street, San Bernardino, California, for a purchase price not to
exceed
$3,667,740.13, funded by the City’s General Fund; and
2. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services, or designee,
to amend the FY 2025/26 Operating Budget in the amount of $3,667,740.13
from the General Fund – Fund Balance to support the acquisition of the
Smart Technology Building; and
3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute a Purchase and Sale
Agreement and all related escrow and closing documents, in a form
approved by the City Attorney, necessary to complete the acquisition; and
4. Authorize staff to proceed with all required due diligence activities, including
but not limited to title review, ALTA/NSPS survey, environmental
assessments, engineering and structural evaluations, code and ADA
compliance review, and mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire/life
safety assessments, and to take all actions reasonably necessary to
complete the purchase in accordance with Council direction.
Council discussed the proposed acquisition of a building for a smart technology/Fusion
Center, including purchase costs, due diligence, and limited grant funding for tenant
improvements.
Council Member Ortiz made a motion to discuss a lease-to-own option with the
superintendent's office and to continue the item to the July 15, 2026, Mayor and City
Council meeting.
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RESULT: DISCUSS A LEASE-TO-OWN OPTION WITH THE
SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE AND CONTINUE THE ITEM TO THE
JULY 15, 2026, MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING [7-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
12. Resolution Declaring Intent to Annex Territory: Community Facilities
District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services): Annexation No. 53, Tax Zone
No. 53 (EV Charging Facility located north of Mill Street and west of E
Street) (Ward 3)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino, California,
adopt Resolution No. 2026-059:
1. Authorizing the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino, California,
declaring its intention to annex territory into Community Facilities District
No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) of the City of San Bernardino,
adopting a map of the area to be proposed (Annexation No. 53); and
2. Authorizing the levy of a Special Tax therein.
3. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend
the FY 2025/26 Operating Budget with an appropriation of $15,000
in both revenues and expenditures.
4. Set a Public Hearing for July 15, 2026.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-059 [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
13. Resolution Declaring Intent to Annex Territory: Community Facilities
District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services): Annexation No. 54, Tax Zone No.
54 (Quick Quack Car Wash located south of Highland Avenue and west of
Del Rosa Avenue) (Ward 2)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino, California,
adopt Resolution No. 2026-060:
1. Authorizing the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino, California,
declaring its intention to annex territory into Community Facilities District
No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) of the City of San Bernardino,
adopting a map of the area to be proposed (Annexation No. 54); and
2. Authorizing the levy of a Special Tax therein; and
3. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend
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the FY 2025/26 Operating Budget with an appropriation of $15,000 in
both revenues and expenditures; and
4. Set a Public Hearing for July 15, 2026.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-060 [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
14. Resolution Declaring Intent to Conduct Public Hearing to Order
Street Vacation (15.30-441) of a Portion of an Alley Way South of West
Rialto Avenue and West of South Muscott Street, and Reservation of
Utilities Therein (Ward 3)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California adopt Resolution No. 2026-061, declaring its intent to
conduct a public hearing to order the vacation of a portion of an alley way south of
West Rialto Avenue and west of South Muscott Street, and reservation of utilities
therein.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-061 [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
15. 2026 Fireworks Regulatory Fee Rate (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-062, setting the 2026 Regulatory Fee Rate
of 10% for the sale of "safe and sane" fireworks in the City of San Bernardino.
Council Member Ortiz commented on fireworks enforcement costs, noting that
expenditures for overtime and response significantly exceed regulatory fee revenues.
She highlighted the need for stronger enforcement to offset costs and address illegal
fireworks use.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-062 [7-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
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16. Annual Renewal of the City’s Risk Management Insurance Policies for
FY 2026/27 (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Approve the annual renewal of the City’s excess general liability
insurance, excess workers’ compensation insurance, crime
insurance and cyber
insurance; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all related
documentation.
RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
17. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance, Commitment,
and Expenditure of FY 2025/26 Citizens’ Option for Public Safety (COPS)
Funds in the Amount of $696,568.59. (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-063:
1. Accepting the FY 2025/26 Citizens’ Option for Public Safety (COPS)
funds in the amount of $696,568.59; and
2. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to amend
the FY 2025/26 Operating Budget by $696,568.59 in revenues
and expenditures, and
3. Authorizing the Police Department to commit and expend the FY
2025/26 COPS funds.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-063 [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
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18. Approve and Execute Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with St.
John’s Community Health for $1,694,702 (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 a Professional Services
Agreement (PSA) and subsequent amendments with St. John’s
Community Health, a community-based organization, to provide
services relating to the BSCC Prop 47 Grant project; and
2. Authorize the Director of Finance and Management Services to issue a
purchase order in an amount not to exceed $1,694,702 with St. John’s
Community Health.
RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
19. City of San Bernardino Police Department Annual Assembly 481 Military
Equipment Usage Report (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California:
1. Receive and file the Department’s annual military equipment use report; and
2. Approve the Department’s request to acquire additional life -
saving equipment in accordance with Assembly Bill 481.
RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
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20. Approval of Agreement with National Auto Fleet Group for the Purchase of
One Freightliner Asphalt Patch Truck in an amount Not to Exceed
$449,740.78, Utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 032824-NAF (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California adopt Resolution 2026-064:
1. Approving a Cooperative Goods Purchase Agreement with National
Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of one (1) 2027 Freightliner 114SD
chassis equipped with a Bergkamp Electric Heating Pothole Patcher
Body in the amount of $428,324.55, utilizing Sourcewell Contract No.
032824-NAF; and
2. Approving a contingency in the amount of $21,416.23 (5%), for a total
authorized amount not to exceed $449,740.78, to accommodate
potential increases in material, freight, and other supplier-driven costs,
and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute amendments to
the Cooperative Goods Purchase Agreement, if necessary, provided
that the total contract amount does not exceed the authorized amount;
and
3. Authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the Cooperative
Goods Purchase Agreement, any amendments thereto, and all related
documents necessary to effectuate the purchase; and
4. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services to issue
a purchase order in an amount not to exceed $449,740.78, provided
sufficient appropriations are available in the adopted budget and
eligible funding sources.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-064 [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
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21. Approval of a State -Reimbursed Encampment Delegated
Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans for Homeless Encampment
Cleanup within State Right-of-Way (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California adopt Resolution 2026-065:
1. Authorizing the City to enter into an Encampment Delegated
Maintenance Agreement with the California Department of
Transportation (Caltrans) for a one-year pilot program in an amount not
to exceed $400,000, to perform encampment abatement, debris
removal, and related services within State right-of-way; and
2. Authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement
and any necessary documents with Caltrans to implement the program.
Also authorizing the City Manager to amend the agreement as required
by Caltrans and report back to City Council; and
3. Authorizing the Director of Finance and Management Services
to appropriate $400,000 to the Operations and Maintenance budget, to
be expended and subsequently reimbursed by the State subject to the
terms of the Agreement.
City Manager Levitt and Deputy City Attorney Maldonado discussed a draft agreement
with Caltrans related to Caltrans right-of-way, including the approval process, potential
modifications, and coordination with other agencies.
Council considered whether to proceed with the draft or await further revisions and
ultimately moved to approve the item with the understanding that significant changes
would be brought back for Council review.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-065 [7-0]
MOVER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
22. Approve a Vendor Services Agreement with West Coast Netting for Driving
Range Repair services at the Shandin Hills Golf Course in an amount not to
exceed $244,593 (Ward 5)
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 Vendor Services agreement
with West Coast Netting for Driving Range Repair services at the
Shandin Hills Golf Course in an amount not to exceed $244,593 and
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2. Authorize an additional contingency budget of $31,903 for construction
management and inspection services for a total project cost of
$276,497; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents and
expend the contingency budget as appropriate.
Mayor Pro-Tem Knaus raised serious concerns about safety hazards, deferred
maintenance, and lack of oversight at Shandin Hills Golf Course. Including failing
infrastructure and missing vendor reports. Requested stronger accountability, updated
reporting, and confirmation that contract obligations are being met. Acknowledged
some repairs but emphasized that major safety and management issues remain and
need clearer, ongoing action from the city and vendor.
RESULT: APPROVED STAFF RECOMMENDATION [7-0]
MOVER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
SECONDER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
23. Approve Increase to the Contingency Budget in the Amount of $1,300,000
Increasing the Total Contingency Budget to $2,044,981 for the Speicher
Park Ballfields Project. (Ward 2)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Approve increase to the contingency budget for the Speicher Park
Ballfields Project (Project) in the amount of $1,300,000 increasing the
total contingency budget amount to $2,044,981; and
2. 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: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
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24. Award of Construction Agreement to Estate Design and Construction, Inc. for
the Feldheym Library Makerspace Project in the amount of $238,800 and
Contingency of $36,000 for a Total Amount of $274,800 (Ward 1)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Approve the award of a Construction Agreement with Estate
Design and Construction, Inc., in the amount of $238,800 for the
Feldheym Library Makerspace (Project); and
2. Authorize the construction contingencies, construction
management, and administrative costs in the total amount of
$36,000 for the Project, bringing the total Project budget to
$274,800; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents
with Estate Design and Construction, 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 [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
25. Award of Cooperative Goods Purchasing Agreement with Public
Restroom Company for the La Plaza Park Improvement Project in
the amount of $327,742. (Ward 1)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Approve the award of a Cooperative Goods Purchasing Agreement
with Public Restroom Company for the Lytle Creek park and
Community Center Renovations Project (Project) in the amount of
$327,742; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with
Public Restroom Company.
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RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [7-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
At this time, Mayor Tran asked for a motion to continue the meeting past 9:00 p.m., in
accordance with Resolution No. 2024-029. Council Member Ortiz made the motion, and
Council Member Flores seconded the motion.
RESULT: CONTINUE THE MEETING PAST 9:00 PM [7-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Sandra Ibarra, Council Member, Ward 2
AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: None
DISCUSSION
26. 2026 Commercial Cannabis Regulatory Program Update (All Wards)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, receive and file the oral report on the Commercial Cannabis
Regulatory Program.
There was a consensus amongst the Council Members to waive presentation from staff.
RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; RECEIVED AND FILED
27. Rejection of Construction Bids for the University Parkway Median
Landscape Project and Approval an Alternate Landscape Design (Ward 6)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California;
1. Adopt Resolution No 2026-066 rejecting construction bids for the
University Parkway landscape Median project; and
2. Direct staff to proceed with rebidding the project using the existing,
DWR approved design; or
3. Direct staff to conduct a new design process for the University Parkway
landscaping project; or
4. Provide other directions as appropriate.
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Director of Public Works, Lynn Merrill, presented to the Mayor and City Council.
There was a motion by Council Member Flores to adopt Resolution No. 2026-066
rejecting construction bids for the University Parkway landscape median project and
directing staff to proceed with rebidding the project with options that evaluated both
the approved landscape design and a more cost-effective alternative.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-066 REJECTING
CONSTRUCTION BIDS FOR THE UNIVERSITY PARKWAY
LANDSCAPE MEDIAN PROJECT AND DIRECT STAFF TO
PROCEED WITH REBIDDING THE PROJECT WITH OPTIONS
THAT EVALUATED BOTH THE APPROVED LANDSCAPE DESIGN
AND MORE COST-EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVES. [7-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
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 Council Members and the Mayor thanked residents for voting and encouraged
higher turnout in the upcoming general election. They also shared community updates,
including local events, the library summer reading program, veterans resource fair, water
safety day, pancake breakfast, school achievements, and plans for a Shandin Hills Golf
Course initiative and ongoing city projects.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, June 3, 2026,
at 9:41 p.m. The next joint special 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 June 8, 2026, at the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street,
San Bernardino, California 92410. Open Session will begin at 5:00 p.m.
Telicia Lopez, CMC
City Clerk