CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
220 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW STREET
BARSTOW, CA 92311
APRIL 7, 2025
5:00 PM
(HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE)
MINUTES
JOINT SPECIAL MEETING
Minutes-April 7, 2025
CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION:
MAYOR SILVA called the closed session meeting to order at 5:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Council Member Present
Barbara Mae Rose Mayor Pro Tem Present
John Williams Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
Timothy Silva Mayor Present
PARTICIPATION IS INVITED : IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD ON ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA, PLEASE
SO INDICATE BY FILLING OUT A SPEAKER REQUEST CARD AND HANDING IT TO THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM EING ADDRESSED. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
CODE OF ETHICS: AS YOUR ELECTED GOVERNING BOARD WE WILL REMEMBER THE "CODE OF ETHICS" THAT WE VOLUNTARILY AND UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. DURING THIS MEETING WE WILL TREAT EACH OTHER AND THE PUBLIC WITH PATIENCE, CIVILITY, AND COURTESY. THE DECISIONS
MADE TONIGHT WILL BE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE BARSTOW COMMUNITY AND NOT FOR PERSONAL GAIN.
PUBLIC COMMENT - CLOSED SESSION: THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC
TO ADDRESS THE GOVERNING BOARD ON MATTERS ON THE CLOSED SESSION AGENDA AND WITHIN THE CITY’S JURISDICTION. SPEAKERS ARE ASKED TO LIMIT THEIR COMMENTS TO THREE MINUTES OR LESS. ALL REQUESTS TO SPEAK MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM BEING ADDRESSED. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.SPEAKERS:
NO SPEAKERS
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MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Recommended Action:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) & (e)(1), a point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council, on the advice of its legal counsel, based on the below-described existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant exposure to litigation against the City. Facts and circumstances that might result in litigation but which the City believes are not yet known to potential plaintiff or plaintiffs. (Government Code Section 54956.9(e)(1)) Number of Potential Cases: 1
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Recommended Action:
(Gov. Code § 54957.6)
City & District Negotiators: City Manager/District Manager Rochelle Clayton Employees: All Unrepresented Employees
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Recommended Action:
(Government Code Section 54957)
Position Title: Assistant City Manager
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS reported the following:
- The City Council met in closed session to consider three items, one regarding anticipated litigation direction was provided to staff and council with no reportable action. - Second regarding conference with labor negotiators related to all unrepresented employees, direction was provided to staff and council with no reportable action. - Third Public Employee Appointment for position title Assistant City Manager, direction was provided with no reportable action.
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM (or immediately following adjournment of Closed Session if adjourned after 7:00 PM):
MAYOR SILVA called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM
INVOCATION:
PASTOR JOE VAIL from MOJAVE DESERT CHRISTIAN CHURCH gave the invocation PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
DEAN AND JOHN-PAUL BARELA led the pledge of allegiance.
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ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Council Member Present
Barbara Mae Rose Mayor Pro Tem Present
John Williams Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
Timothy Silva Mayor Present
PARTICIPATION IS INVITED: IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD ON ANY ITEM ON THE AGENDA INCLUDING
ANY ITEM ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR, PLEASE SO INDICATE BY FILLING OUT A SPEAKER REQUEST CARD AND HANDING IT TO THE CITY CLERK. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
CODE OF ETHICS: AS YOUR ELECTED GOVERNING BOARD WE WILL REMEMBER THE "CODE OF ETHICS" THAT WE VOLUNTARILY AND UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. DURING THIS MEETING WE WILL TREAT EACH OTHER AND THE PUBLIC WITH PATIENCE, CIVILITY, AND COURTESY. THE DECISIONS
MADE TONIGHT WILL BE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE BARSTOW COMMUNITY AND NOT FOR PERSONAL GAIN.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA: THIS IS THE TIME FOR MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BOARD TO CALL FOR REARRANGING THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA; ADDING ITEMS TO OR REMOVING ITEMS FROM THE AGENDA; OR REMOVING ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION AND/OR SEPARATE ACTION. ITEMS MAY ONLY BE ADDED TO THE AGENDA AS ALLOWED BY STATE LAW, INCLUDING GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2, SUBDIVISION (B),
ALLOWING EMERGENCY ITEMS TO BE ADDED BY MAJORITY VOTE AND ALLOWING ITEMS THAT AROSE TO THE CITY’S ATTENTION AFTER THE AGENDA POSTING DEADLINE, BUT WHICH REQUIRE
IMMEDIATE ACTION, TO BE ADDED BY A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT
AT THE MEETING, OR, IF LESS THAN TWO-THIRDS OF THE COUNCIL MEMBERS ARE PRESENT, A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THOSE MEMBERS PRESENT.
Motion by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ to approve the agenda and to table item number 5.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
PRESENTATIONS:
4. CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT TO DEAN AND JOHN-PAUL BARELA Recommended Action:
Presentation only.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
5. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO GILBERT AND YVONNE MALDONADO Recommended Action:
Presentation only.
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RESULT: TABLED Next: 4/21/2025 6:00 PM
6. PRESENTATION FROM PERMA TO THE CITY OF BARSTOW
Recommended Action:
Presentation only.
BETH LYONS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR PERMA
- Presented and award to the city of Barstow.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC COMMENT: THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE GOVERNING BOARD ON ALL MATTERS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR.
SPEAKERS ARE ASKED TO LIMIT THEIR COMMENTS ON ALL CONSENT ITEMS TO THREE MINUTES OR LESS. ALL REQUESTS TO SPEAK MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM BEING ADDRESSED. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
NO SPEAKERS
MINUTES ALL AGENCIES:
7. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 18, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
8. MINUTES JOINT SPECIAL MEETING - MARCH 3, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
9. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 17, 2025, AT 5:30 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ALL AGENCIES:
10. RATIFICATION OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE EXPENDITURES
Recommended Action:
Approve and ratify expenses, as audited, checks #98571-98991 totaling $9,810,141.42 and wires #1098-1115 totaling $717,774.90, per the Agency breakdown below:
City: $10,221,656.69
Fire: $306,259.53
Successor Agency: $0.00
Grand Total: $10,527,916.32
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Submitted a page with questions to the Finance Director regarding this agenda item.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
CITY COUNCIL:
11. APPROVAL FOR MAYOR SILVA TO TRAVEL TO THE CITY COUNTY 2025 CONFERENCE IN
LAKE ARROWHEAD, CA
Recommended Action:
Approve travel for Mayor Silva to attend the City-County Conference in Lake Arrowhead scheduled for May 08 - 09, 2025.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Stated she is happy to see the mayor attending this event.
RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 0]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez
ABSTAIN: Silva
DISCUSSION / ACTION ON DEFERRED ITEMS:
NONE
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
NONE
BUSINESS / ACTION ITEMS:
CITY COUNCIL:
12. COMMUNITY PROMOTIONAL FUND APPLICATION FROM HIGH DESERT JUNIOR
SHOOTERS
Recommended Action:
Approve Community Promotional Fund of in-kind donation in the amount of $1,050 for waiver of fees for the use of the Cora Harper Center.
Minutes-April 7, 2025
COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ RECUSED FROM THE MEETING AT 7:21 P.M.
CITY CLERK SERVICES MANAGER
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked for the number of retired officers attending the event.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Asked if this was the norm asking for the waiver.
- Asked what the guarantee was that the retired officers would not have any alcohol. - Asked what the liability would be if there was an incident, and if one of the officers decided to have a drink.
ALBERT TORO, retired BPD, and JAMES EICHLER, representatives from HIGH DESERT
SHOOTERS
- Clarified they had three retired sheriffs, in addition to Mr.Toro. - Noted that the retired officers are there to enjoy their families and the event, but they will not have alcohol.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Explained that if an incident occurred, this would tap on the insurance of the nonprofit first, and if this were not sufficient for some reason, then it would tap on the city's insurance. - Noted that the city will require robust insurance and indemnity provisions in this kind of agreement.
- Clarified that there will be on-site city staff monitoring as well as the city police. Cited rules and regulations will need to be followed.
CITY CLERK SERVICES MANAGER
- Clarified that when there is an event, city staff is present during this to make sure security guards are present monitoring the event and making sure what the applicant had requested is being done and available to them.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Asked for further clarification on the reason for selling alcohol.
JAMES EICHLER from HIGH DESERT SHOOTERS
- Noted, this is how funds are raised to introduce youth (ages 9-18) to shooting sports in a safe and structured environment.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ RETURNED TO THE MEETING AT 7:32 P.M. - Announced she recused herself due to a family member being a member of the HD Junior Shooters.
RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 0]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
RECUSED: Hernandez
13. APPOINTMENT OF MEASURE Q RESIDENT OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONERS - AT-LARGE, DISTRICTS 2, 3, AND 4
Recommended Action:
City Council appoint the following individuals to the Resident Oversight Commission:
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District 2 Samantha Ryan
District 3 Ben Rosenberg
District 4 Council Member Williams, is requesting Council direction.
At-Large Sonia Compton - Reay
CITY CLERK SERVICES MANAGER
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Asked if appointments are by district or citywide.
- Asked why the council direction was requested for District 4.
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Explained that the council can choose how the appointment should be. - Explained the reason why council direction was requested for District 4 is that one of the two candidates is the spouse of a sitting Planning Commissioner, which brought up concerns. - Clarified legally, there is no conflict to have two spouses in two different commissions.
SPEAKERS
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Mentioned the Measure Q committee has not been able to meet for a year now. - Noted, he does not see conflict with being on the commission.
Motion made by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE, to accept the names listed and to add DISTRICT 4 - MR. DARIN FIKSTAD RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 0]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Hernandez, Silva
ABSTAIN: Williams
14. CITY OF BARSTOW ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the City Council take the following action:
1. Receive and file the City of Barstow's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended June 30, 2024.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS & MR. JAYME LAMBERT FROM LSL - Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Asked about the results of the audit, and asked what was considered a significant deficiency? MR. JAYME LAMBERT FROM LSL
- Explained in an audit context, a "significant deficiency" is a control deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, that is less severe than a material weakness but still important enough to warrant attention by those responsible for oversight of the company's financial reporting.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked for an explanation regarding the audit of Measure Q. - Asked who decides the expenditure percentages.
- Asked how long LSL has been contracted with the city
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MR. JAYME LAMBERT FROM LSL
- Noted they obtained a copy of the ordinance passed for Measure Q and used it as a guide to trace sales taxes and expenditures.
- Clarified LSL makes determinations on the samples
- Noted they had been working with the city for three years.
SPEAKERS
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked if 70 million dollars were sitting around available for use. - Asked about the amount spent on the dog kennels.
- Would like to see someone taking responsibility for the excess of expenditures.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Congratulated FINANCE DIRECTOR HARRIS for putting this agenda item together. - Expressed her concerns with the money available sitting in the city's account and with the Route 66 Animal Shelter.
- Requested clarification on the percentage used for Measure Q.
MR. JAYME LAMBERT FROM LSL
- Explained that the city's total net position is $65.9 million, which is the total assets minus total liabilities. The city has $83 million invested in capital assets and $6.1 million restricted for other purposes.
- Mentioned the city has a negative unrestricted net position of $23 million; with this, he clarified the city does not have $65.9 million available to use.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Explained the procedures of the audit.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Mentioned they had some challenges finalizing the report, noting they will be more prepared for the next year.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked for clarification on the negative $23 million.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Clarified that a negative net position signifies that an entity's liabilities (what it owes) exceed its assets (what it owns), which gives you the value of current cash. - Noted, sometimes the negative is not a bad thing, it is just the way it is explained.
DISCUSSION
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Noted this was going to come out because it looks like the city has all this money, but it does not, and all of this has to do with the way the assets need to be reported. - Commented that all cities are currently losing in regards of sales and fuel tax, and this will be addressed in a future workshop; encouraged everyone to attend.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked the city manager and finance director if they are comfortable with this audit.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON and FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS - Replied that they are comfortable with the audit.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Council Member
SECONDER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
15. ODESSA WATER DISTRICT BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the following action:
1. Receive and file the Odessa Water District’s Basic Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2024.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
DISCUSSION
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Stated she does not know how the city borrowed $85,000 from RDA and is not paying. - Requested the city manager to research this and give an explanation.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
16. BARSTOW FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the following action:
1. Receive and file the Barstow Fire Protection District's Basic Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2024.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
17. FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 MID-YEAR BUDGET STATUS REPORT & PROPOSED BUDGET
ADJUSTMENTS
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council / Fire Board approve the budget adjustments and related transfers within the Budget Adjustments contained within the "Exhibit A” as discussed herein.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Asked what the total decrease in tax revenue is.
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FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Explained sales tax is projected to decrease by $644,000 on the General Fund, for the Measure Q sales tax revenue estimates are proposed to decrease by $700,000, totaling about $1.3 million.
QUESTIONS
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Asked regarding legal fees for BIG, does the city usually get reimbursed for those funds?
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Mentioned this is correct, but that cost has not been reimbursed yet. BNSF will pay the outstanding portions.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
18. OPPOSITION TO SENATE BILL 79 (SB 79)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council direct staff to communicate the City's opposition to State Legislators, the League of California Cities (Cal Cities), and other relevant stakeholders.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Presented the staff report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
SPEAKERS
VIRGINIA BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Recommended support for this opposition explaining how this bill would affect our community.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
GENERAL, NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT: THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE GENERAL
PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE GOVERNING BOARD ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA AND WITHIN THE CITY’S JURISDICTION. SPEAKERS ARE ASKED TO LIMIT THEIR COMMENTS TO THREE MINUTES OR LESS. ALL REQUESTS TO SPEAK MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM BEING ADDRESSED. IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE REQUIRED, 48 HOURS NOTICE MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CITY CLERK.
JOHN HILL, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed concerns with the palm trees on Main St., mentioning that they need to be watered. - Talked about a complaint he made to stop his church from replacing their roof before replacing their retaining wall.
- Talked about Main Street Murals and expressed concerns with the agreement they have with the city.
CHRIS KINCAIDE, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of safety concerns in HIS neighborhood and does not know who to address issues with code enforcement and animal control, and police issues not being addressed.
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REBECCA RODRIGUEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of runaway teen son and the lack of response from the Police Department.
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Was concerned about the City Manager being too busy to speak with citizens, and would hope there was an open-door policy.
- Suggested a water cooler in the city council lobby.
- Spoke on sales tax and expressed concerns on how this will affect our community.
VIRGINIA, BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed support to Mrs. Rodriguez and a lack of response from the Police Department. - Would like to see a task force put together for runaways.
JIM BROWM, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke on Bennie Fredrick and the comments he made on his podcast.
STAFF REPORTS:
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Mentioned the Military Banners had been received, and they will be installing them next week. - Gave an update on her four weeks of service with the city.
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATES:
FIRE CHIEF CORI CISNEROS
- Gave an update about the new fire engine.
- Spoke on a structure fire that occurred on April 7th, 2025.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Attended the Southern California Association of Government meeting on April 3. Their primary focus is on regional recovery in the face of disaster, landscaping, escape routes, and the General Plan.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Will be attending the Military Affairs meeting on April 8 and have invited the community to attend. - Mentioned the next VVTA meeting will be on April 21 in Hesperia at 9:30 am.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Nothing to report.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Attended Rules and Policy on March 25th, they are preparing the Tobacco Ordinance, and discussed the Policy for the Community Benefit Program. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 29th, at 5:00 pm.
- Homeward Bound will be meeting on April 10th at 5:00 pm, and they are asking for donations of undergarments.
MAYOR SILVA
- Attended the Barstow Chamber Economic Development Meeting on March 26. - April 2, attended the SBCTA meeting. Mentioned that Executive Director Raymond Wolfe is retiring, and the new Executive Director will be Carrie Schindler.
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BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Mentioned that she would like to see the total cost for the new bridge. - Noted, she would like to see the budget for this project against the actual cost. - Mentioned that there might be some funding available from SBCTA if the city went over budget with this project.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Asked staff to look at the new Shell Station would like to know when this will be open. - Asked if Toms Burger was closed.
- Mentioned he attended the Barstow Community College luncheon and noted this was a fantastic event.
- Noted he attended the city training.
- Mentioned he attended the funeral of Mr. Rodney Sheetz.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Motioned, seconded by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, for the CalCard/credit card policy to be reviewed by Rules and Policy.
- Commended the new city manager for her job done these last four weeks. - Expressed his concerns with the meeting not being live. - Spoke on the Measure Q commission candidates.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Congratulated the new commissioners for Measure Q.
- Addressed Mr. Kincaide and Mrs. Rodriguez's concerns. - Attended the Barstow Community College event.
- Commended the new city manager for her job.
MAYOR SILVA
- Clarified Mr. Hill's public comments.
- Addressed Mr. Kincaide and Mrs. Rodriguez's concerns. Would like to see a report regarding the runaway teen.
- Commented that the city manager is working on issues raised in this meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
By the consensus of the City Council and without objection, the meeting was adjourned 9:10 PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Approved:
_______________________________ _______________________________ Andrea Flores, City Clerk Timothy R. Silva, Mayor
Notice: Signed Minutes are filed with the City Clerk’s office