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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-05-2026 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, AUGUST 5, 2026 3:30 PM The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was called to order at 3:31 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. CALL TO ORDER Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Late 3:32 P.M. Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Late 3:34 P.M. Juan Figueroa Council Member, Ward 3 Present Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Present Kim Knaus Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 5 Late 3:40 P.M. 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 City Attorney Present Telicia Lopez City Clerk Present Vanessa Alvarado Deputy City Clerk Present Mayor Helen Tran Council Members Theodore Sanchez Sandra Ibarra Juan Figueroa Fred Shorett Kim Knaus Mario Flores Dr. Treasure Ortiz Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 2 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 - EXISTING LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) and (d)(1)): i.) Gloria Esperanza Garcia De Cano v. City of San Bernardino, San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVSB2420721 ii.) Elvera Renee Mergil v. City of San Bernardino, et al., San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVSB2417630 iii.) Anthony Aquino v. City of San Bernardino, et al., San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVSB2423179 iv.) Eric Esquivel v. City of San Bernardino, Workers’ Compensation Case No. ADJ18213429 v.) Daniel Han v. City of San Bernardino, Workers’ Compensation Case Nos. ADJ19178265, ADJ15899911, and ADJ13362722 B.) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - Anticipated Litigation - Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)): i.) Notice of Claim, Rochelle Clayton, dated July 22, 2026, Claim No. GHC0099867 C.) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - Anticipated Litigation - Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)(1)): (1) Case D.) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION PROCESS (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957) (Criteria, Timing, Goal Setting, and Other Preliminary Matters) Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 3 5:00 PM 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, August 5, 2026, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Evangelist Jerry Musgrove from Decently & In Order Ministries led the invocation, and Andy Fuentes from San Bernardino High School led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. CLOSED SESSION REPORT City Attorney Albert Maldonado stated that one reportable action was taken regarding A) i. Gloria Esperanza Garcia De Cano v. City of San Bernardino. The City Council unanimously approved a settlement totaling $30,000. City Manager Eric Levitt announced that Item No. 16 was pulled from the agenda and Items Nos. 18 and 19 were moved to a future meeting. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Appeal 26-09 Subdivision 26-03 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 21096) and Conditional Use Permit 25-02 (McDonald’s) (Ward 2) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino take the following action: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-069 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approving Appeal 26-09, thereby overturning the Planning Commission’s denial of Subdivision 26-03 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 21096) and Conditional Use Permit 25-02 and allowing the request to consolidate six (6) parcels into one (1) parcel to facilitate the development, establishment, and operation of a 3,684 square-foot drive- thru restaurant (McDonald’s) on a parcel containing approximately 0.74 acres, located at 116 W. Baseline Street (APN: 0146-223-22, 23, 24, 25 & 26) within the Commercial General (CG-1) and Transit-Overlay District (TOD) zone (Attachment 1). Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 4 Or alternatively, 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-068 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, denying Appeal 26-09, thereby upholding the Planning Commission’s denial of Subdivision 26-03 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 21096) and Conditional Use Permit 25-02 and not allowing the request to consolidate six (6) parcels into one (1) parcel to facilitate the development, establishment, and operation of a 3,684 square-foot drive- thru restaurant (McDonald’s) on a parcel containing approximately 0.74 acres, located at 116 W. Baseline Street (APN: 0146-223-22, 23, 24, 25 & 26) within the Commercial General (CG-1) and Transit-Overlay District (TOD) zone (Attachment 3). Mayor Tran opened the Quasi-Judicial Public Hearing at 5:12 p.m. City Clerk Lopez swore-in the speakers. In accordance with the requirements of a Quasi-Judicial hearing, the appellant and staff were given 15 minutes to speak and a five-minute rebuttal. Assistant Planner Christian Calisaan presented to the Mayor and City Council Appeal No. 26-09 regarding the proposed McDonald’s with a drive-through at 116 W. Baseline Street. Council Member Ortiz asked whether staff had received any notices of objection regarding the project. Staff responded that no calls or complaints had been received within the past 10 days. The appellant’s representative, Zeshaan Eunice, Vice President of Curt & Pringles, gave a presentation in support of Appeal No. 26-09 . Council Member Ortiz asked the appellant to clarify whether his previous outreach to approximately 10 to 15 nearby residents was separate from the required public noticing. Mr. Eunice confirmed that the outreach was conducted independently approximately two years earlier and was in addition to the City’s required 1,000-foot notification radius. There were seventeen (17) public comments. Mahmud Youcef, owner of Dollar King Plus Market, spoke in support of the proposed McDonald’s, stating that development of the vacant site would increase security, while helping reduce vandalism and other issues in the area. Ruben Mendoza spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s and questioned the timing and reconsideration of the public hearing, stating that the project conflicts with the City’s planning, health, walkability, and transit-oriented development goals. An unidentified speaker spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, citing concerns regarding health impacts, the concentration of fast-food establishments, traffic and neighborhood compatibility, and encouraged investment in healthy food options, local businesses, parks, housing, youth programs, and other community resources. Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 5 Ivette Romero spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, asked the Council to uphold the prior Planning Commission and City Council decisions, and cited concerns regarding repeated reconsideration of the project, fast-food concentration, community health, and the lack of material changes to the proposal. Andy Fuentes spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, questioned why the project had been repeatedly reconsidered despite prior denials. Robert Carillo opposed the proposed McDonald’s and urged the Council to prioritize housing, commercial space, and locally focused development. An unidentified speaker spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, citing personal and community health concerns, the need for healthier food options. Dolores Armstead spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s and encouraged the City to pursue restaurants, coffee shops, and other businesses offering healthier options. Rodolfina Gamino spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, citing concerns regarding childhood and adult obesity and diabetes. Catalina Salinas spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s and encouraged the Council to consider future generations by supporting healthier food choices, grocery stores. Hector Loera spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, encouraging the Council to listen to residents and invest in healthier, community-oriented options that would benefit future generations. Michael Segura spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s and encouraged the City to support local restaurants, cultural resources, mixed-use development, housing, and community-led economic development. Sharon Negrete spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, stating that the City should pursue higher-paying jobs, grocery stores, investment, and businesses that attract people to San Bernardino rather than approving additional fast-food establishments. Mirriam Nieto spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s and encouraged the Council to support local businesses, healthier food options, meaningful employment, cultural amenities, and community-focused economic development. Luis Ojeda spoke in support of the proposed McDonald’s, stating that residents should have the freedom to choose where and what to eat and that approval of the project would support the free market and send a positive message to prospective developers. Antonis Christondulen spoke in opposition to the proposed McDonald’s, citing health, land-use, economic, and infrastructure concerns and encouraging development that supports locally owned businesses. Ivan Garcia spoke in support of the proposed McDonald’s, stating that the project would Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 6 create employment, improve the site and surrounding streets, address conditions associated with the vacant property. At this time, the quasi-judicial hearing resumed following the conclusion of public comments. In rebuttal Zeshaan Eunice reiterated support for the project, citing the property owner’s efforts to develop the vacant site, staff’s recommendation, proposed site and infrastructure improvements, increased security and activity, and the anticipated creation of 40 to 60 jobs and other economic benefits. The Mayor and City Council discussed alternative uses for the property, the development and permitting process, economic development, and the potential impacts of the proposed project. The appellant responded to questions regarding alternative businesses and stated that the proposed McDonald’s would activate the vacant site and could encourage additional investment. Staff clarified the distinction between permitted-by-right uses and uses requiring a Conditional Use Permit within the Transit Overlay District. Council Members also discussed the length of time the property had remained vacant, opportunities for other businesses to develop the site, potential sales tax and economic benefits, and whether a restaurant without a drive-through would be permitted by right. The public hearing was closed at 6:32 p.m. There was a motion made by Council Member Shorett to adopt Resolution No. 2026- 069, approving Appeal 26-09, seconded by Council Member Flores. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-069 [5-1] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: Sandra Ibarra ABSENT: Kim Knaus 2. Public Hearing on Annexation No. 54 to Community Facilities District 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) – Quick Quack Car Wash (Ward 2) – Continued from 7/15/26 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. 2026-098 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, calling an election to submit to the Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 7 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. 54); and 3. Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election; and 4. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-099 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. 54); and 5. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-1668 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 2026-2027 to pay annual costs of the maintenance and servicing of lighting, streets, drainage, and a reserve fund for capital replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of San Bernardino Com munity Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services); and 6. Schedule the adoption of Ordinance No. MC-1668 for August 19, 2026. Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 6:35 p.m. Council Member Juan Figueroa left the dais at 6:35 p.m. There was a consensus among the Council to waive the presentation and approve the item. There were no public comments. Mayor Tran closed the public hearing at 6:36 p.m. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-098 [5-0] MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Juan Figueroa, Kim Knaus Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 8 RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-099 [5-0] MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Juan Figueroa, Kim Knaus RESULT: INTRODUCED ORDINANCE MC-1668 [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Ibarra, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Juan Figueroa, Kim Knaus City Clerk Lopez read the title of Ordinance MC-1668 into the record. Council Member Juan Figueroa returned to the dais at 6:39 p.m. after the vote was taken. The meeting recessed at 6:39 p.m. and reconvened at 6:54 p.m. At this time, Council member Sandra Ibarra left the meeting. CITY MANAGER UPDATE City Manager Eric Levitt provided updates on National Night Out, employee service awards, upcoming Little League regional tournaments, and the grand reopening of Nicholson Park. He also addressed concerns regarding the June 17, 2026 approval of a cannabis dispensary relocation, clarifying that the action complied with the current ordinance and that the updated ordinance had since been posted on the City’s website. He further clarified the role of the Northwest Project Area Committee (PAC), noting that the dispensary relocation was not a City-initiated project and did not involve City funds or property. PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS ON THE AGENDA Cat Pritchett spoke in support of Item No. 9 regarding a license agreement for property to construct an airport monument and thanked the City for its continued partnership. Dulce Becerra spoke of the success of the Love Your Block Grant and encouraged continued community support for efforts to revitalize Shannon Hills Golf Course. Rikke Van Johnson spoke in opposition to the relocation of the cannabis dispensary to West Highland Avenue. Stephanie Liggins requested that the City Council revisit the relocation of the cannabis dispensary. Sally Flores expressed concerns regarding the condition of Waterman Avenue between Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 9 30th and 44th Streets and spoke in support of reconsidering the federal public safety grant. Cheryl Brown spoke in opposition to the cannabis dispensary relocation to West Highland Avenue. Christian Shaughnessy discussed housing, homelessness, public safety, infrastructure, and other challenges facing Ward 2 and emphasized the need for stable and responsive leadership James Smith expressed support for the McDonald’s project and encouraged the Council to preserve the name of Seccombe Lake Park. Eddie Torres opposed the DOJ Model Cities Initiative and expressed concerns regarding immigration enforcement, surveillance, and potential collaboration with federal immigration authorities. Frank Becerra thanked the City and community partners for supporting the Shandin Hills Revival Classic. Terry Boykins encouraged the City to make a greater commitment to youth and highlighted the growth and success of youth programming supported through Parks and Recreation. Natalia Saca, Policy Advocate for the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, opposed future consideration of the DOJ Model Cities Initiative. Tom Vogel announced the reactivation of the Verdemont Neighborhood Association and expressed its commitment to working with the City. Jornal Kevin Miller spoke on the passing of her cousin, and the need for additional assistance and solutions for the unhoused community. Robert Palomares expressed opposition to Item No. 16, stating that while there is broad support for the Police Department, that support should not come at the expense of communities of color. Rev Jo Grace discussed homelessness and affordable housing and encouraged the City to expand preventative services and permanent housing opportunities. Sharon Negrete expressed support for the animal shelter’s new leadership, and emphasized responsible pet ownership, spaying and neutering, and community involvement. Rosalynn Lira expressed concerns regarding immigration enforcement, civil liberties, and its impact on immigrant and working-class communities, and urged the City Council to protect the safety and constitutional rights of all residents and spoke in opposition of the DOJ Model Cities Initiative. Kimberly Calvin opposed the approved cannabis dispensary relocation at 1602 W. Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 10 Highland Avenue, expressing concerns regarding the City’s outdated website information, accountability and transparency. Alejandro Mongorrez spoke in opposition to the DOJ Model Cities Initiative and encouraged investment in community-based programs rather than increased surveillance and enforcement. Emilio Villar thanked staff for pulling Item No. 16 from the agenda and expressed opposition to the item. Luz Gallegos expressed opposition to Item No. 16, citing concerns regarding transparency, immigration enforcement, community trust, and advocated for investments in housing, youth services, health programs, and economic development. Dolores Armstead expressed dissatisfaction with the City Council’s decisions and opposed the cannabis dispensary relocation to the west side. Mirriam Nieto thanked staff for removing Item No. 16 and expressed opposition to its future consideration, citing concerns regarding community trust and public safety. Ivan Garcia supported bringing the DOJ Model Cities Initiative back for consideration, citing potential funding for personnel, equipment, mental health and substance-use services, reentry programs, victim services, and youth crime prevention. Andy Fuentes expressed disappointment with the Council’s decision regarding the McDonald’s project and expressed opposition to Item No. 16. Michael Segura expressed disappointment regarding the McDonald’s matter, thanked staff for pulling Item No. 16, and expressed hope that the item would not return for future consideration. Joe Salas highlighted recent community events and youth activities, including National Night Out, Little League, the Shannon Hills Golf Course event, and neighborhood cleanups, and thanked his campaign supporters and fellow candidates following the election. Hector Loera expressed concerns regarding abandoned buildings, vacant lots, and homelessness and asked how community members could assist the City in addressing these issues. Luis Ojeda discussed efforts to improve Shandin Hills Golf Course and encouraged community and City collaboration; he also supported reconsideration of the DOJ Model Cities Initiative Jennifer Ruiz opposed the DOJ Model Cities Initiative and encouraged investment in reentry, employment, education, and housing. Al Palazzo discussed the historical significance of Route 66 and Mount Vernon Avenue and encouraged the City to install commemorative signage and promote its history. Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 11 Maelena Enriquez raised concerns regarding the judgment of a City Council candidate, citing the individual’s social media activity and prior conduct while serving on the City Council. CONSENT CALENDAR Items on the Consent Calendar are Considered Routine and are Voted on in a Single Motion Unless the Mayor and City Council or a Staff Member has Pulled the Item for More Discussion. RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR,WITH ITEM NO. 16 PULLED FROM THE AGENDA AND ITEM NOS. 5 AND 13 WERE PULLED FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 3. 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 18, 2023 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes 2. June 3, 2026 Special Meeting Draft Minutes 3. June 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes 4. June 17, 2026 Regular Meeting Draft Minutes RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 4. Reallocation of $200,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the Façade Improvement Paintbrush Program to the Navigation Center and Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with Mandeville Modular Increasing the Not-To-Exceed Amount by $717,620.64 (Ward 1) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-126 authorizing the reallocation of $200,000 in previously allocated American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the Façade Improvement Paintbrush Program to the Navigation Center Project; and Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 12 2. Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for Design Services and Purchase and Delivery of Goods with Mandeville Modular increasing the not- to-exceed amount by $717,620.64 for a new total contract amount not to exceed$11,035,053.78; and 3. Approve Change Orders No. 12, 13, and 14 in the total amount of $717,620.64. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-126 AND APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 5. Second Amendment to the Agreement with Best Best & Krieger LLP (BB&K) to Amend the Appointed City Attorney to Albert J. Maldonado Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California approve the Second Amendment to the Agreement with Best Best & Krieger LLP (BB&K) to Amend the Appointed City Attorney to Albert J. Maldonado. Council Member Ortiz clarified that there were no substantial changes to the financial terms of the contract and that the amendment updated the agreement to identify Albert Maldonado as City Attorney and Ellease Taylor and Andrew Saghian as assistant City Attorneys. Council Member Ortiz then moved to approve the item. RESULT: APPROVED CITY ATTORNEY APPOINTMENT OF ALBERT J. MALDONADO [6-0] MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz, Tran NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 6. Adoption of Ordinance No. MC – 1664 Specific Plan Amendment 23-01 and dissolution of Development Agreement 08-02 Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, 1) Adopt Ordinance No. MC – 1664 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 1) and 2) dissolving Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 13 Development Agreement No. 08-02 (Attachment 1). RESULT: ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1664 [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 7. Adoption of Ordinance No. MC-1666 of 2025 Building Code (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, Adopt Ordinance No. MC-1666 approving new Municipal Code language and approve use of the 2025 California Building Code and other minor changes to Chapter 15 of the San Bernardino Municipal Code. RESULT: ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1666 [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 8. Adoption of Ordinance No. MC -1667 - Annexation No. 53 to Community Facilities District 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) - EV Realty (Ward 3) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Ordinance No. MC-1667 amending Ordinance No. MC-1522 and levying special taxes to be collected during Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to pay the annual costs of the maintenance and servicing of lighting, streets, drainage and a reserve fund for capital replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of San Bernardino Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services). RESULT: ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1667 [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 14 9. Inland Valley Development Agency (IVDA) – License Agreement for Airport Gateway Monument at 3rd Street and Palm Avenue (Ward 3) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-127 to approve the following: 1. The License Agreement with the Inland Valley Development Agency (IVDA), granting a revocable license and right of entry over City-owned property located at the southwest corner of 3rd Street and Palm Avenue, San Bernardino, California, for a term of 25 years, expiring 2051, with an option to extend for up to 20 years, for the purpose of constructing, installing, operating, and maintaining an airport gateway monument and related improvements. 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the License Agreement or any other documents to effectuate the License Agreement. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-127 [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 10. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with IGM Technology Corporation for the Gravity Budget Software Services; and Extending the Term through January 14, 2030, with a Not To Exceed Amount of $467,071 (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 IGM Technology Corporation to renew and extend the contract term for the Gravity Budget Software Services through January 14, 2030; and 2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute Amendment No. 1; and 3. Authorize the Finance Director of Finance & Management Services to establish a purchase order for the total Not-to-Exceed contract amount of $467,071 over the five-year term. Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 15 RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 11. Pre-Approval of Mayor and City Council Travel for FY 2026/27 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, pre-approve travel for elected officials for FY 2026/27 as outlined. Individual travel shall remain subject to available appropriations and compliance with the City’s Travel Authority and Expense Policy. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 12. Joint Resolution Updating Authorized Representatives for Existing City and Successor Agency Banking, Investment, Operating, and Debt - Trustee Accounts (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, and the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California acting in its capacity as the legislative body of the City and separately as the governing board of the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of San Bernardino, adopt Joint Resolution No. 2026-128 to: 1. Confirm the existing financial institutions and account programs, and the legal entity and limited purpose applicable to each, as set forth in Exhibit A to the Resolution; 2. Designate the officials named in the Resolution as authorized representatives for the specific banking, investment, operating, debt- trustee, and Successor Agency functions stated in the Resolution; 3. Direct the Director of Finance and Management Services to complete institutio n-required documentation and remove former authorized representatives from the affected accounts; and 4. Supersede prior resolutions and signatory designations for the accounts addressed by the Resolution only to the extent inconsistent with the authorized-representative designations approved by the Resolution. Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 16 This action does not authorize a new depository, a new financial account, a change to the City’s adopted Investment Policy, or a modification of any applicable bond document, trust agreement, Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule, account-specific control, or internal approval requirement. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-128 [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 13. Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., increasing the not-to-exceed amount from $150,000 to $780,606.02. Council member Ortiz clarified that the increase in the not-to-exceed amount from $150,000 to $780,066 for the Alliant service agreement represents approximately $150,000 annually over the five-year contract term and moved to approve the item. RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [5-0] MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 SECONDER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 14. Health Benefits Plan Year 2027 (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the City's health benefit plans for plan year 2027 and authorize the City Manager to execute any agreements necessary to effectuate the medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, and other ancillary and voluntary plans that the City offers as part of its benefits package to employees. Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 17 RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 15. Resolution Appointing an Interim Director of Community Development & Housing (U) and Approving Employment Agreement Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2026-129: 1. Appointing Mary Lanier as Director of Community Development & Housing (U) on an interim basis effective August 6, 2026; and 2. Approving the Employment Agreement. RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2026-129 [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus 16. Notice of Intent to Apply for the U.S. Department of Justice Fiscal Year 2026 Model Cities Initiative Grant (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt the attached Resolution No. 2026-130: 1. Acknowledging the submission of an application for the U.S. Department of Justice Fiscal Year 2026 Model Cities Initiative Grant; and 2. Authorizing the City Manager or their designee to conduct all negotiations, signings, submittals, and execution of documents necessary to apply for said grant. RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE AGENDA BY STAFF Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 18 17. Approve Addendum No. 4 with Rick Engineering Company in the amount of $92,300 for the Navigation Center Project, funded from the previously approved Project construction contingency, increasing the Task Order amount from $350,000 to $442,300 (Ward 1). Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California: 1. Approve Addendum No. 4 with Rick Engineering Company for engineering design services in the amount of $92,300, increasing the Task Order authorization from $350,000 to $442,300. Funding will be provided from the previously approved Navigation Center construction general fund loan allocation and does not increase the overall project budget; and 2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with Rick Engineering Company RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [5-0] MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6 SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7 AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz NOES: None ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Kim Knaus DISCUSSION 18. Homeless Strategic Action Plan 2026-2030 – Implementation Framework (All Wards) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California receive and file the Homeless Solutions Action Plan, and provide direction to staff regarding implementation priorities, resource allocation, and partnership development for Fiscal Year 2026-2030. RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; ITEM WAS PULLED BY STAFF AND MOVED TO A FUTURE MEETING. 19. Policy Options for Shelter Operations, Local Prioritization Requirements Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California receive and file the report; discuss policy options; and provide direction to staff regarding the preferred policy framework. RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; ITEM WAS PULLED BY STAFF AND MOVED TO A FUTURE MEETING. Regular Meeting Minutes August 5, 2026 Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 19 MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL UPDATES/REPORTS ON CONFERENCES & MEETINGS At this time, the Mayor and City Council provided updates to the community, including the Shandin Hills Golf Course event, National Night Out, the Employee Service Awards, Sizzling Summer Nights, neighborhood cleanups, and upcoming activities at Nicholson Park. They recognized City staff, community organizations, and volunteers for their efforts, welcomed students back to school, highlighted youth programs and community partnerships, and encouraged continued participation in City cleanup efforts and collaboration to improve the community. ADJOURNMENT The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 8:37 p.m. The next joint regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council and the Mayor and City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will be held on August 19, 2026, at the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino, California 92410. Closed Session will begin at 4:00 p.m. and Open Session will begin at 5:00 p.m. Telicia Lopez, CMC City Clerk