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 27, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Closed Session Meeting on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, via teleconference 1-669 -900-6833 Webinar ID: 931 4644 4676 Passcode: 7601 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.
Deputy City Clerk conducted roll call.
Present:
• Council Member Stevevonna Evans
• Council Member Angelo Meza
• Council Member Amanda Uptergrove
• Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Ramos
• Mayor Gabriel Reyes
B. DELETIONS / ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
City Manager Flores requested to remove one case from Closed Session item # 5.
City Manager Flores requested Item No. 2 under New Business regarding fireworks organizations eligibility be removed and continued to the next City Council meeting.
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Council Member Meza to approve the agenda.
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2 D. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS – PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54957.6.
City Designated Representatives: Jessie Flores, City Manager Ed Raya – HR Consultant
Employee Organization: Teamsters Local 911 (General Employees)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS- PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54957.6.
City designated representative(s): Jessie Flores, City Manager Ed Raya – HR Consultant
Organization: Confidential/Professional Employees Group
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS- PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54957.6.
City designated representative(s): Jessie Flores, City Manager Ed Raya – HR Consultant
Organization: City Management Employees Group
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING POTENTIAL INITIATION OF LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9, SUBDIVISION (d)(4) (one potential matter).
5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO § 54956.9(d)(2): (2 cases) (REMOVED)
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Reyes opend Public Comment at 10:01 a.m.
Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 10:01 a.m.
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3 F. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
At 10:01 a.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Council Member Meza to convene into closed session.
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
G. CALL TO ORDER-REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Reyes called to order the regular session meeting at 11:02 a.m.
Deputy City Clerk conducted roll call.
Present:
• Council Member Stevevonna Evans
• Council Member Angelo Meza
• Council Member Amanda Uptergrove
• Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Ramos
• Mayor Gabriel Reyes
Invocation: Council Member Uptergrove
Flag Salute: Mayor Reyes
H. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Todd Litfin, City Attorney stated no reportable action.
K. CITY MANAGERS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager Jessie Flores- Completion of the Seneca Road rehabilitation project. Upcoming Air Expressway rehabilitation project from Hey 395 to Koala Road and Adelanto Road to Hwy 395.
Chamberlain Road rehabilitation project from Hwy 395 to Koala Rd. Roundabout design at Mojave Drive and Bellflower Street. Design work for the Rancho Road and Bellflower Street traffic signal project should ne completed by the end of summer 2026. The city received 6 bids for the Bellflower Park project and is in the bid review process. Recognition of staff participation 12 City Council Minutes
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4 at the SBCTA City/County Conference. Economic Development outreach at the International Council of Shopping Centers Conference in Las Vegas
L. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
Council Member Evans- Attendance at an NLC Council meeting regarding city resilience.
Attendance at the California Contract Cities Conference. Discussions involving housing and council roles during emergencies. Recognition of the Adelanto Black Graduation event and community organizers. I also attended the Balck Grad event here at the Stadium, it was an amazing event!
Council Member Uptergrove- Attendance at the Starbucks ribbon cutting event. Behavioral Health Commission meetings and mental health awareness discussions. Recognition of New Leaf Ministries for securing USDA food distribution access
Council Member Meza- VVTA Board activities and transportation discussions. Opening of the City’s splash pad facility. Attendance at Memorial Day events honoring veterans Mayor Pro Tem Ramos- Attendance at the SBCTA City/County Conference. Opportunity Zone and AI government discussions. Participation in the SCAG Washington D.C. delegation trip.
Meetings regarding future economic development opportunities. Attendance at the Memorial Day event at the stadium
Mayor Reyes- Attendance at the City/County Conference. AI policy and technology discussions.
Meeting with Adelanto Elementary School District leadership regarding future collaboration initiatives.
M. PRESENTATIONS
None.
N. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 11:34 a.m. p.m.
Mrs. Dennis - The speaker thanked the City Council for their hard work and praised the progress and improvements taking place throughout Adelanto, including roadway projects and community outreach. She expressed pride in being an Adelanto resident and commended the Council for their leadership and communication with the community.
She asked about future plans to repair a remaining rough section of Bartlett Avenue between Bellflower and Verbena.
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5 The speaker also shared updates regarding her efforts to start a charter school in Adelanto. She stated that the petition process is complete and will soon be submitted to the Adelanto School District. Through her nonprofit and partnership with Scale Leadership Academy, she is currently operating an independent study homeschool program focused on financial literacy, wellness, entrepreneurship, and self-sufficiency for youth.
She announced that the program recently secured a lease agreement with Foursquare Adelanto Church for the upcoming school year and hopes to expand enrollment while continuing to support children and families within the community.
Corbin Baxter - High Desert resident from Hesperia and representative of Buffalo Star Energy, addressed the City Council regarding a proposed EV charging infrastructure project along Highway 395. He stated that, with the continued development occurring along the corridor, he believes an EV charging rest stop would be beneficial for the City and align with climate and infrastructure goals.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 11:41 a.m.
O. CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION APPROVING THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED
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. Approval of meeting minutes: March 11, 2026- Regular Meeting April 8, 2026- Regular Meeting
3. 2
nd Reading of Ordinance 664 entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 664
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF ADELANTO
AND HIDALGO ENERGY STORAGE LLC FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF RACCOON ROAD AND HOLLY ROAD, ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER 3128-081-01-0000
4. Approval of Amendment No. 31 to the agreement with the County of San Bernardino for the Sheriff’s Department to provide City law enforcement services for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in the amount of $8,806,503.00 and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment. 14 City Council Minutes
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6 5. Adoption of Resolution No. 26-11 calling and giving notice of the holding of a general municipal election for certain officers, requesting consolidation of such election with the county of San Bernardino, adopting regulations for candidates for elective office regarding candidate statements, and providing for the determination of the votes.
RESOLUTION NO. 26-11
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA, (1) CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS; (2) REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION OF SUCH ELECTION WITH THE
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO WITH ANY AND ALL ELECTIONS HELD ON SUCH DATE; (3) REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO TO PROVIDE SPECIFIC ELECTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES FOR SUCH ELECTION; (4) ADOPTING
REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE FOR SUCH ELECTION REGARDING CANDIDATE STATEMENTS; AND (5) PROVIDING FOR THE
DETERMINATION OF TIE VOTES BY LOT
6. Acceptance of Parcel Map No. 20607 Auburn Travel Centers, LLC, is proposing a subdivision of its property located at the southeast corner of Auburn Avenue and Highway 395.
7. Approval of Warrant Demand Schedule 25/26-11-02
a. City of Adelanto Check Warrant No. 151859 through 151908 in total amount of $155,759.06.
b. City of Adelanto EFT No. 4258 through 4258 and 5413 through 5505 in total amount of $992,161.06.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded Council Member Meza to approve the consent as presented.
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes and Evans and Uptergrove voting no on item #3).
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7 P. NEW BUSINESS
1. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 26-10 ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR DISRUPTION OF REMOTE PARTICIPATION DURING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS. (TODD) RESOLUTION NO. 26-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR DISRUPTION OF REMOTE PARTICIPATION DURING
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE RALPH M. BROWN ACT AND SENATE BILL 707
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Resolution establishing a policy addressing disruptions to remote participation during City Council meetings in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and Senate Bill 707.
City Attorney Todd Litfin presented the staff report.
City Council and the City Attorney discussed, and all questions were answered.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 11:47 a.m.
Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 11:47 a.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded Council Member Evans to approve Resolution 26-
10. Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
2. FIREWORKS REPORT OF ORGANIZATIONS POTENTIALLY ELEIGBLE FOR A FIREWORK STAND. (CHRISTIAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Request that the City Council approve and determine eligibility for organizations potentially eligible for a fireworks stand.
This item was pulled and moved to the June 10, 2026, meeting.
3. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR THE SOLAR-POWERED SMART LIGHTING POLE SYSTEMS. (SABA)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council approve the award of a Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with Technology Pros Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $525,000, for the Citywide installation of Solar-Powered Smart Lighting Pole Systems and authorizing the City Manager to sign the agreement on behalf of the City Council. 16 City Council Minutes
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8 Saba Engineer, Grant Consultant presented the staff report.
City Council and staff discussed, and all questions were answered.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 11:55 a.m.
Diana Esmeralda- Spoke in support of the proposed lighting project and thanked the City for bringing the improvement forward. She suggested that, in certain areas, the City consider installing light shields or cones around the fixtures to direct lighting downward rather than outward. She noted concerns about lighting impacting nearby red-tailed hawks at the park near Seneca and Bellflower, as well as residential areas where existing streetlights shine into secondstory windows. Ms. Esmeralda stated that the suggested modifications could help minimize unnecessary light spill while still maintaining public safety benefits Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 11:57 a.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos seconded Council Member Meza to approve the Professional Service Agreement in the amount of $525,000.
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
4. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ARTIFICIAL TURF AT FOOTBALL FIELD AT MARCONI PARK. (SABA)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council approve the award of a Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with Blue Builders, Inc., in the amount of $400,000 for the installation of artificial turf at football field at Marconi Park.
Saba Engineer, Grant Consultant presented the staff report.
City Council and staff discussed, and all questions were answered.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 12:07 p.m.
Cynthia Fan- addressed the City Council regarding the proposed artificial turf project at Marconi Park and specifically raised concerns about the City declaring the project exempt from California environmental review requirements under CEQA.
The speaker stated that approving the exemption would mean the Council is determining the project will not cause significant environmental harm. She referenced a recent California Department of Toxic Substances Control document discussing potential environmental concerns associated with artificial turf, including PFAS chemicals and microplastic pollution. 17 City Council Minutes
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9 The speaker expressed concern that even products labeled as PFAS-free may still present environmental risks and stated that artificial turf can shed microplastics regardless of chemical composition. She advised the Council that credible evidence of potential environmental impacts may require additional environmental review under CEQA.
She requested that the Council decline the exemption determination and instead direct staff to prepare an initial environmental study before approving the project Diana Esmeralda- A public speaker expressed concerns regarding the proposed artificial turf installation at Marconi Park. The speaker stated that PFAS chemicals are already a concern in Adelanto’s water and questioned whether artificial turf could create additional environmental or health impacts due to PFAS and microplastics.
The speaker also raised concerns about the heat generated by artificial turf during high temperatures in the desert, noting past experiences where the surface became hot enough to burn exposed skin. The speaker asked whether those conditions had been considered, particularly due to football activities occurring during the summer months.
Additionally, the speaker asked whether the playground equipment that was previously damaged by fire at the park would be rebuilt as part of future park improvements.
Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 12:12 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded Council Member Evans to approve the Professional Service Agreement in the amount of $400,000.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes and Uptergrove left the meeting at 12:14 p.m.).
5. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION ON CITY EVENTS. (MAYOR PRO TEM RAMOS) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council discuss and provide feedback and direction.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and the Council discussed events they would like to have this year .
City Council and staff discussed, and all questions were answered.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 12:38 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 12:38 p.m.
The following events were approved:
• In August 2026, Movie Night and Back-to-School Backpacks • In Spetmeber 2026 Movie Night and Kickball
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10 • In October 2026, Harvest festival and 5k run
6. DISCUSSION ON EXPANSION OF BROADBAND SERVICES TO CITY PARKS. (MAYOR) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council discuss and provide feedback and direction.
Mayor Reyes asked for a donation to the Heat Football team.
Mayor Reyes and the Council discussed the donation amount.
City Council and staff discussed, and all questions were answered.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 12:48p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 12:48 p.m.
The City Council agreed to donating $5,000 to the Heat Football team coming out of the Adelanto Benefit Corporation.
MOTION: Moved by Coucil Member Meza seconded Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to donate $5,000 to the Heat Football Team.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes and Uptergrove left the meeting at 12:14 p.m.).
7. DISCUSSION ON EXPANSION OF BROADBAND SERVICES TO CITY PARKS. (MAYOR) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council discuss and provide feedback and direction.
Mayor Reyes opened the item and a video presentation was shared. City Manager Flores presented.
Mayor Reyes and the Council discussed the donation amount.
City Council and staff , and the Peltbeam team discussed, and all questions were answered.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 1:05 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 1:06 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to apply for grants to expand the WiFi service.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes and Uptergrove left the meeting at 12:14 p.m.).
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11 L. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
M. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Meza- Would like to have the Code for the Recycling centers in the city on what they are allowed to have in the facility.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza seconded by Mayor Reyes.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes and Uptergrove left the meeting at 12:14 p.m.).
Council Member Meza- Requesting two spots at the Stadium for City events to bring in revenue to the city’s Adelanto Benefit Corporation.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza seconded by Mayor Reyes.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes and Uptergrove left the meeting at 12:14 p.m.).
N. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on June 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Mayor Reyes adjourned the regular city council meeting at 1:09 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Meza, Mayor Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes and Uptergrove left the meeting at 12:14 p.m.).
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Gabriel Reyes, Mayor
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Brenda Lopez, City Clerk
Prepared by Deputy City Clerk Velis
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