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
August 12, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Closed Session Meeting on Wednesday, August 12, 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 – (Just cause illness)
• Council Member Amanda Uptergrove
• Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Ramos – (Just cause City Business) • Mayor Gabriel Reyes
B. DELETIONS / ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
None
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Council Member Evans to approve the agenda.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
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2 D. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8:
Property: APN 3128-20-117
Agency Negotiator: Todd Litfin, City Attorney
Negotiating Parties: City of Adelanto and LF Future LLC City Attorney Litfin announced closed session items.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 10:02 a.m.
Mayor Reyes closed Public Comment at 10:02 a.m.
F. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
At 10:03 a.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Council Member Evans to convene into closed session.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 (Evans, Meza,Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
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3 G. CALL TO ORDER-REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Reyes called to order the regular session meeting at 11:00 a.m.
Deputy City Clerk conducted roll call.
Present:
• Council Member Stevevonna Evans
• Council Member Angelo Meza – (Just cause illness)
• Council Member Amanda Uptergrove
• Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Ramos – (Just cause City Business) • Mayor Gabriel Reyes
Invocation: Council Member Uptergrove
Flag Salute: Mayor Pro Tem Ramos
H. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Todd Litfin, City Attorney stated no reportable action.
I. CITY MANAGER’S ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager Jessie Flores- Provided updates on several City infrastructure and capital improvement projects, including the completion of roadway rehabilitation on Seneca Road and Air Expressway and plans for the next major roadway project on Chamberlain Road from Highway 395 to Koala Road. He also reported planned high-visibility crosswalk improvements at several intersections to enhance pedestrian and student safety. Additionally, he provided an update on the Marconi Park Rehabilitation Project, highlighting progress on the artificial football field turf, rehabilitated parking lot, new playground, and bleachers as part of the City’s continued investment in parks and recreational facilities.
J. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
Council Member Evans- Stated that she had been conducting research during the week and would reserve those comments for a later time. She announced that VFW Post 229 on Lawson Avenue would begin hosting NFL preseason football viewing and encouraged residents to participate. She also reminded the community about the upcoming Movies in the Park and Backpack Giveaway. 27 City Council Minutes
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4 Council Member Uptergrove- Reported on her participation in regional efforts addressing homelessness and community needs, highlighting collaboration among local cities, public safety agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and community members. She also discussed her meeting with Congressman Jay Obernolte regarding regional issues, recognized local organizations for their nonprofit support, and noted ongoing efforts to improve services for Adelanto seniors. She concluded by announcing a special Regional Steering Committee meeting at Victorville City Hall.
Council Member Meza- Reported visiting Victor Valley College’s construction trades program and highlighted its welding, electrical, and framing programs and strong completion rates. He reported meeting with State Treasurer Fiona Ma to discuss opportunities to bring satellite college programs, particularly trade and engineering programs, to Adelanto, as well as the Brightline project and its potential for job creation and development. He also reported meeting with Congressman Jay Obernolte at Clark Pacific to discuss education and workforce development and noted that Clark Pacific was hiring approximately 40 employees with additional hiring anticipated. He also recognized a community walking group organized by resident Leslie Tett near Desert Trails, noting its growing participation and encouraging residents to join the Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evening walks.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos- Reported participating in regional sessions and meetings focused on transportation safety, grant opportunities, alternative energy, housing attainability, cybersecurity, and economic development, and recognized staff participation in these efforts. He highlighted discussions regarding affordable housing, CEQA reform, Joshua Tree constraints, electrical capacity, streamlined permitting, and alternative energy technologies, as well as a tour of a local data-related facility. He also reported receiving SBCTA training on investment reporting and Measure I funding, attending the recognition of a local Adelanto business with a 39th District Small Business Award, meeting with Congressman Obernolte regarding regional needs, and meeting City scholarship recipients and their families. He provided updates on SBCTA efforts to expand grant-writing services, the ongoing Brightline project, and the federal Road to Housing Act, and concluded by reminding residents about the upcoming Movies in the Park and School Supplies Giveaway at Richardson Park.
Mayor Reyes- Reported meeting with education leaders and elected officials to discuss expanding educational and workforce opportunities in Adelanto, including the potential for a four-year satellite college campus. He also attended energy and housing meetings and discussed challenges affecting the City’s growth, including Highway 395 infrastructure, Joshua Tree regulations, and energy capacity limitations. Mayor Reyes highlighted discussions regarding future industries and development opportunities, including semiconductor and drone manufacturing, energy projects, and data centers, and emphasized the importance of staff research, due diligence, transparency, and public engagement when considering projects that could affect Adelanto’s long-term growth.
K. PRESENTATIONS
None.
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5 L. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 11:34 a.m.
Leonard Gilbert, Adelanto resident: Mr. Gilbert complimented the City on the improvements to Air Expressway but raised several roadway and pedestrian safety concerns. He requested that the City address a rough section of Bartlett Avenue, a raised/broken sidewalk near Astor Road that he described as a tripping hazard, and the condition of Astor Road, which he stated contained numerous patches and needed additional rehabilitation. He also expressed concern about vehicles traveling at excessive speeds in the area.
Jade Knight, CalVIP Grant Administrator: Ms. Knight provided an update on the City's CalVIP violence intervention program and thanked the City Council for its support in bringing approximately $2 million in funding to Adelanto. She reported that the program had begun holding meetings and had received positive support from community members and local leaders.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 11:41 a.m.
M. CONSENT CALENDAR
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: July 8, 2026 – Regular Meeting
3. Receive and file the Commercial & Residential Monthly Report-June 2026.
4. Receive and file the 2nd Quarter 2026 Commercial & Residential Report.
5. Receive and file the Business License Department Report-July 2026
6. Approval of Amendment No. 2 to Molding Hearts, Inc. Agreement for the use of the Senior Center.
7. Approval of the Distribution of Net Proceeds from the 2026 Adelanto Community Benefit Corporation Safe and Sane Fireworks Booth.
8. Approval of Project Funding Agreement No. 26-1003494 with the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) for the Air Expressway Road Pavement Rehabilitation Project in the amount of $985,865.00.
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6 9. Approval to Ratify Resolution No. 26-33 confirming the Levy and Collection of Residential Solid Waste Charges on the Property Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
RESOLUTION NO. 26-33
A RESOLUTION OF THE ADELANTO CITY COUNCIL, ORDERING THE
LEVY AND COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE FEES BY THE COUNTY
TAX COLLECTOR IN THE SAME MANNER AND AT THE SAME TIME AS GENERAL TAXES.
10. Approval of Warrant Demand Schedule 26/27-02-01
a. City of Adelanto Check Warrant No. 152031 through 152056 in the total amount of $ 915,963.90.
b. City of Adelanto EFT No. 4272 through 4280, and No. 5749 through 5838 in the amount of $ 1,052,571.02.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded Council Member Meza to approve the consent as presented.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 by roll-call vote (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, and Mayor Reyes voting yes), with Item No. 7 removed for separate consideration.
N. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
7. Approval of the Distribution of Net Proceeds from the 2026 Adelanto Community Benefit Corporation Safe and Sane Fireworks Booth.
Council Member Evans stated that per the Ordinance the City should not be sharing the booth with another entity.
There was further discussion and the City attorney advised that it could be done in the future, but they need to sign on with the City as co-applicants.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to approve item number 7, and approve the 50/50 split on the fireworks proceeds with the Adelanto Heat.
MOTION CARRIED: 4-1 (Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes. Evans voting no)
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7 O. ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY (APUA)
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION APPROVING THE APUA 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 APUA agenda as authorized by Government Code Section 36934, unless otherwise directed by the City Council.
2. Receive and file the Water Department Report.
3. Receive and file the Sewer Department report.
4. Approval of Construction Agreement with Guilherme Engineering for the Belflower & Primrose Emergency Waterline Extension in the amount of $147,500.00.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to approve the consent as presented.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 by roll-call vote on Items 1, 3, and 4. Item No. 2 carried 4-1, with Council Members Meza and Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, and Mayor Reyes voting yes; Council Member Evans voting no.
P. NEW BUSINESS
1. ADELANTO STADIUM REPORT. (DARREL)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
Stadium Management Group Darrel Courtney provided updates on events going on at the stadium.
There was discussion between the Stadium Management Group and the City Council.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 12:21 p.m.
No public comments
Mayor Reyes Closed at 12:21 p.m.
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8 MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to receive and file the report.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 roll call (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
2. APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR BELLFLOWER STREET AND MOJAVE DRIVE INTERSECTION ROUNDABOUT PROJECT TO WGJ ENTERPRISE INC., DBA PCI (SABA)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council approve an award of construction contract agreement with WGJ Enterprise INC., dba PCI. in the amount of $105,270.00, to provide construction of Bellflower Street and Mojave Drive Intersection Roundabout project, authorizing project construction contingency in the amount of $10,500 for the construction, $3,158 for project management, authorizing City Manager or designee to expend the contingency fund, if necessary to complete the project 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.
Consultant Saba Engineer presented the staff report.
Staff and City council had a brief discussion on the item.
Mayor Reyes opened Public Comment at 12:34 p.m.
No public comments
Mayor Reyes Closed at 12:34 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Evans and Second by Mayor Reyes to approve the contract for Bellflower and Mojave drive intersection roundabout to WGJ Enterprise Inc. DBA PCI.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 roll call (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
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9 Q. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Meza- None.
Council Member Evans - None
Council Member Uptergrove – None
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos - Requested that City applications and permit forms that had not been reviewed or updated within the previous two to three years, including special event and minor event applications, be brought back to the City Council for review and consideration of potential revisions.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and seconded by Council Member Evans to approve bringing the applications back for review
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 roll call (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes).
Mayor Reyes – None
R. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on August 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Mayor Reyes adjourned the regular city council meeting at 12:37 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Uptergrove adjourn the meeting.
MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 (Evans, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voted yes)
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Gabriel Reyes, Mayor
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Brenda Lopez, City Clerk
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