1 MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE ADELANTO CITY COUNCIL,
ADELANTO PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY,
ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY,
THE ADELANTO COMMUNITY BENEFIT CORPORATION,
AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD
May 28, 2025
A. CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Closed Session Meeting on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, via teleconference 1-415-655-0001 - conference code 146 275 0870 of the Governmental Center located at 11600 Air Expressway, Adelanto, California. Mayor Reyes called to order the closed session meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Council Members present: Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes.
B. DELETIONS / ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
None.
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
D. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8:
Property: 11200 Stadium Way, Adelanto CA 92301 APN: 3128-221-26 Agency Negotiator: Todd Litfin, City Attorney
Negotiating Parties: Adelanto Rancho Management Inc. and Stadium Management LLC.
Under Negotiation: Price, and terms of payment
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2 2. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957 – Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Attorney
City Attorney Todd Litfin announced closed session items.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
F. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Reyes convened into closed session at 10:04 a.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to convene into closed session.
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
G. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Reyes called to order the regular meeting at 11:04 a.m.
Council Members present: Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes.
Invocation: Mayor Reyes
Flag Salute: Council Member Meza
H. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Todd Litfin stated the item was discussed and there was no reportable action.
City Manager Flores provided an update on the city.
Council Member Uptergrove apologized for not attending the state of the city. She shared she was visiting her son.
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3 Council Member Uptergrove left the meeting at 11:15 a.m. due to illness.
Council Member Meza thanked first responders for the incident where a 5 year old went missing and they were on it. He shared that the Mayor did a great job at the state of the city. He announced that Adelanto Little League just had their year end ceremonies.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos thanked first responders for all they did. He shared he attended the Clark Pacific event and it was amazing. He praised Council Member Meza for getting the word out about the event. He asked the public to reach out to him with ideas. He stated that the state of the city was a great event. He shared that the city gave out 3 scholarships in the amount of $15,000.
Mayor Reyes said it is beautiful to see everyone today. He explained that the public was complaining about the meeting times but they have more citizens attending now. He spoke about the state of the city and the Clark Pacific event. He spoke about the vacant land tax and shared that we need more first responders.
I. CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION APPROVING THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the consent calendar as presented with item #3, 4, and 5 being pulled per Council Member Evans.
1. Waiver of Full Reading of Ordinances. Proposed action to waive full reading (except title) of all ordinances appearing on this City Council agenda as authorized by Government Code Section 36934, unless otherwise directed by the City Council.
2. Receive and File Commercial and Residential Recycling Department Report.
3. Approval of the Professional Services Agreement with Adminsure Inc. for administration of the City’s Workers’ Compensation self-insurance program, effective July 1, 2025.
4. Approval of Change Order for Dennis Street and Kay Street Pavement Rehabilitation in the amount of $93,000.
5. Acceptance Parcel Map No. 20982.
6. Approval of Warrant Demand Schedule 24/25-11-02
a. City of Adelanto Check Warrant No. 151107 through 151136 in the total amount of $170,720.50.
b. City of Adelanto EFT No. 3859 through 3930 in the total amount of $1,034,615.26
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4 Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
J. ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION APPROVING THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the consent calendar as presented with item #2 voted on no by Evans and item #4 being pulled per Council Member Evans.
1. Waiver of Full Reading of Ordinances. Proposed action to waive full reading (except title) of all ordinances appearing on this APUA agenda as authorized by Government Code Section 36934, unless otherwise directed by the APUA.
2. Approval of Water Department Report.
3. Approval of Sewer Department Report.
4. Approval of Change order for Adelanto Road Water Main Project in the amount of $86,207.55.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes Evans voting no on item no.2 and Uptergrove noted as absent).
K. NEW BUSINESS
1. AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE REMODEL OF CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER PROJECT TO BLUE BUILDERS, INC. (SABA)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council approve an award of construction contract agreement with Blue Builders, Inc. in the amount of $424,950, to provide construction of Remodel of City Council Chamber Project , and determine the project is categorically exempt from further environmental review in accordance with Section 15301 of the state guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.
Grant Writer Saba Engineer presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 12:29 p.m.
Magda: She thanked Saba for all of her work that she has done for the city.
Diana: She asked questions about when the remodel would take place. She shared that she thinks it will be great.
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5 Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 12:31 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Evans to approve an award of construction contract agreement with Blue Builders, Inc. in the amount of $424,950, to provide construction of Remodel of City Council Chamber Project , and determine the project is categorically exempt from further environmental review in accordance with Section 15301 of the state guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
2. ORDINANCE NO. 657 – AMENDMENT TO ADELANTO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
17.03.020 REGARDING PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TIMES (CITY ATTORNEY) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council Adopt Ordinance No. 657, amending Adelanto Municipal Code Section 17.03.020 to revise the regular meeting time of the Planning Commission.
ORDINANCE NO. 657
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO,
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, AMENDING ADELANTO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 17.03.020 REGARDING REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING TIMES
City Attorney Litfin presented the staff report.
Discussion ensued regarding the item.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 12:46 p.m.
Magda: She shared that she thinks it's an excellent idea to have it in the afternoon as it’s safer.
Rhonda: She thanked them for the state of the city and stated it was a great idea.
Miguel Soto: He stated that he advocates for transparency and today they heard the reasons why this request was being made. He wanted to know how the council knew they would have more participation in the morning. He stated it is clear that this is being done to cater to staff and not to the public.
Diana Esmeralda: She stated that the planning meetings only last about 20 mins. She shared that she doesn’t agree with it.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 12:54 p.m.
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6 Council Member Evans asked if it was the planning commission that asked for it. Nyeka stated that all members did vote for it.
Further discussion ensued.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to Adopt Ordinance No. 657, amending Adelanto Municipal Code Section 17.03.020 to revise the regular meeting time of the Planning Commission.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to go to recess at 1:05 p.m.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
Mayor Reyes reconvened the meeting at 1:13 p.m.
3. FIREWORKS REPORT OF ORGANIZATIONS POTENTIALLY ELIGIBLE FOR A FIREWORK STAND.
RECOMMENDATION: Request that the City Council approve and determine eligibility for organizations potentially eligible for a fireworks stand. (CHRISTIAN) Mayor Reyes asked for 50% of the firework sales to go to the Adelanto Heat Football.
Council Member Evans recused herself as her non-profit had a firework stand last year.
Planning Department Christian Espinoza presented the staff report.
The non-profits came up and presented information about their organization.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 2:15 p.m.
Tina: She shared that she was like to get rid of the fireworks stand. She stated that even though they are safe and sane it gives people the idea that illegal fireworks are allowed also.
Hampton: He shared that there were organizations that did not help the city in any way so why are they being rewarded.
Magda: She shared that there are organizations that are not helping like they should be.
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7 Camargo: He asked if the other organizations have the insurance and all other requirements.
Diana Esmeralda: She stated this is why she thinks Parks & Rec should take over the fireworks stand.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 2:34 p.m.
Further discussion ensued.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Meza to approve and determine eligibility for organizations potentially eligible for a fireworks stand with #4 and #11 being removed as being able to have a booth.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
4. UTILITY BOX PROGRAM. (MAYOR PRO TEM)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council discuss and provide feedback and direction.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 3:10 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 3:10 p.m
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to approve using $5000.00 from the benefit corp. to fund the start of the utility box project and agreed on the following designs: first responder, military, coyote, fruit trees, and Dodgers.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
5. NAMING OF THE PARK LOCATED AT CHAMBERLAIN AND JONATHAN. (JESSIE) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council discuss and provide feedback and direction.
City Manager Flores presented the staff report.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 3:28 p.m.
Chris: He shared that he thinks it’s a great idea.
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8 MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Mayor Reyes to extend the meeting an additional 30 minutes.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
Diana Esmeralda: She shared this is perfect that both Mr. and Mrs. Glasper was part of Adelanto History.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 3:31 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to approve the name as Charlie and Evelyn Glasper Park and make two individual plaques.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
6. DONATION OF $10,000 TO THE STADIUM FOR THE 4TH OF JULY EVENT. (MAYOR) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council discuss and provide feedback and direction.
Mayor Reyes presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 3:44 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 3:44 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the donation of $10,000.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: No
Uptergrove: absent
Meza: Yes
Ramos: No
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
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9 MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Evans to approve the donation of $5,000.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans:Yes
Uptergrove: absent
Meza: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: No
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes and Uptergrove noted as absent).
L. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Approval of the Professional Services Agreement with Adminsure Inc. for administration of the City’s Workers’ Compensation self-insurance program, effective July 1, 2025.
The item was discussed and it was explained that the City already signed up with PRISM and this is part of that.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Mayor PRO Tem to approve the item as presented.
Motion carried 3-1-1 (Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, Council Member Evans abstaining and Uptergrove noted as absent).
4. Approval of Change Order for Dennis Street and Kay Street Pavement Rehabilitation in the amount of $93,000.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the donation of $10,000.
5. Acceptance Parcel Map No. 20982.
Evans voted no on this item.
4. Approval of Change order for Adelanto Road Water Main Project in the amount of $86,207.55.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to Approval of Change order for Adelanto Road Water Main Project in the amount of $86,207.55.
Motion carried 3-1-1 (Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, and Evans voting no and Uptergrove Absent).
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10 M. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Evans requested an updated report from the Fire Department regarding the Electrical Explosion. City Manager Flores said he is still waiting for information from the Fire Department.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos requested an agenda item for a Veteran’s Memorial.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve an agenda item for a Veteran’s Memorial.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, and Uptergrove Absent)
Mayor Reyes requested an agenda item for the fireworks booth to set the expectations and possibly do a workshop.
N. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 11:35 p.m.
Angelique Miller: with Molding Hearts shared that they have opened at the senior center. They have 100 seniors and are lacking transportation for additional seniors who want to attend.
Adele :spoke about vacant land.
Barstow Council Member WIlliams: stated that he is proud of the city and the city manager. He is impressed with the teamwork.
Diana Esmeralda: stated that there should be no taxation without representation. She spoke about the tax. She had questions about funds. She also asked for updates regarding the cannabis grant.
Magda: spoke about the taxes. She spoke about graffiti at 11105 Paso Blanco and 11181 Paso Blanco. She also spoke about the George Air Force Base.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment 11:53 a.m.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment.
Debra Shroeder: She stated that she has never come to a city council member and wanted to thank the staff because this meeting was so educating for her. 80 City Council Minutes
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11 Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 3:35 p.m.
O. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held June 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Mayor Reyes adjourned the regular city council meeting at 4:10 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried 4-1 (Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, and Uptergrove Absent).
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Gabriel Reyes, Mayor
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Brenda Lopez, City Clerk
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A D E L A N T O G O V E R N M E N T A L C E N T E R | 1 1 6 0 0 A I R E X P R E S S W A Y | A D E L A N T O , C A L I F O R N I A 9 2 3 0 1
DATE: August 27, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Jessie Flores, City Manager
SUBJECT: AMENDMENT NO.1 AGREEMENT WITH MOLDING HEARTS FOR THE OPERATION OF
THE SENIOR CENTER AT LEASED PREMISES
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Amendment No. 1 with Molding Hearts for the operation of a Senior Center at the Leased Premises and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this agreement is to formalize the partnership between the City of Adelanto and Molding Hearts, allowing them to operate a Senior Center at the Leased Premises. The key points of the agreement include the following:
Molding Hearts is a non-profit organization that assists senior residents of Adelanto and surrounding communities by providing essential food resources. In partnership with the city, Molding Hearts aims to operate a Senior Center at the designated Leased Premises. The Senior Center will offer critical services to the community, supporting local seniors with access to food assistance and related resources.
LEASE TERMS:
The Term of the Agreement begins on April 25, 2025, and ends on April 25, 2026. Molding Hearts must remove all equipment and materials from the premises by the end of the Term unless extended through mutual written agreement. Molding Hearts shall have no obligation to pay rent for the Term. The facility can only be used for activities for senior citizens or military veterans and no other uses. The City retains the right to rent the facility on weekends for private family events. 82