BARSTOW CITY COUNCIL /
BARSTOW FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
220 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW STREET
BARSTOW, CA 92311
JUNE 17, 2025
5:30 PM
(HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE)
MINUTES
JOINT SPECIAL MEETING
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CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION:
MAYOR SILVA called the closed session meeting to order at 5:30 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MAYOR SILVA led in the Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Timothy Silva Mayor Present
Barbara Mae Rose Mayor Pro Tem Present
James M. Noble Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
John Williams Council Member Absent
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:
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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: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (GOV. CODE § 54956.9(D)(1))
Recommended Action:
The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will prejudice the position of the City in the litigation.
Case name: Verville, et al. v. City of Barstow, et al., San Bernardino County Superior Court Case No. CIVSB2312011
2. 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 belowdescribed 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. Number of Potential Cases: 1
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Recommended Action:
(Government Code Section 54957)
Position Title: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE DIRECTOR
4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Recommended Action:
Conference with Labor Negotiators (Gov. Code § 54957.6) City & District Negotiators: City Manager/District Manager Rochelle Clayton Employee Organizations:
Unit 1 - Teamsters Local 1932
Unit 2 - Teamsters Local 1932
Unit 3 - Barstow Police Officers’ Association
Unit 5 - Barstow Professional Firefighters Association
Unit 6 - Barstow Management Employees’ Association
Unit 8 - Barstow Police Department Management Association All Unrepresented Employees
5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (GOV. CODE § 54956.8) Recommended Action:
Property Address: 0424-081-10-0000 (Item 1088); 0424-081-29-0000 (Item 1089); 0424-081-43- 0000 (Item 1090); 0424-081-79-0000 (Item 1091); and 0424-081-90-0000 (Item 1092) Agency Negotiator: Rochelle Clayton
Negotiating Parties: Pacific Holt Corporation
Under Negotiation: Price and Term of payment
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6. 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 belowdescribed 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. Number of Potential Cases: 1 REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
CITY ATTORNEY, MATTHEW SUMMERS, reported the following:
- The council met in closed session and considered three of the six items. The council considered item No. 1, Existing Litigation: Verville, et al. v. City of Barstow. Direction was provided to staff and counsel with no reportable action.
- Council considered item No. 2, Anticipated Litigation direction was provided to staff and counsel with no reportable action.
- Council considered item No. 3, Public Employee Appointment position title Administrative Service Director, council considered candidates, and authorized the City Manager to make an offer. The name will be released if and when the candidate accepts.
Close session was adjourned and will be continued at the end of tonight’s Joint Special Meeting.
Close Session convened at 9:45 P.M.
- Items 4, Conference with Labor Negotiators, Items 5 and 6, Regarding Conference with Real Property Negotiator and Anticipated Litigation. Direction was provided to council and no reportable actions were taken.
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 7:00 PM
INVOCATION:
Pastor MIKE SMITH from BETHANY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP led the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Former Miss Barstow ELLA JO MASSIMINI led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Timothy Silva Mayor Present
Barbara Mae Rose Mayor Pro Tem Present
James M. Noble Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Present
John Williams Council Member Absent
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.
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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 COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE, seconded by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, to approve the agenda tabling item number 13 to July 1, 2025 council meeting.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Council Member
SECONDER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
PRESENTATIONS:
7. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION FOR FORMER MISS BARSTOW 2024 Recommended Action:
Presentation only.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL presented a certificate of appreciation to Former Miss Barstow Ella Jo Massimini.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
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.
ET SNELL, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked if interviews for the Police Chief had been done. - Expressed concerns with the Police Chief interview process and transparency from the council and staff.
THOMAS LEWIS, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of their MOU ending on June 30, 2025.
- Would like this resolved as soon as possible.
- Noted they presented a proposal to the City Manager and would like to know if the council has seen Minutes-June 17, 2025
the proposal.
ANNA FUZIE BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked about the funding of Measure Q and the misuse of funds. - Asked if there is any funding available for the seniors and if there is a policy for Measure Q funding.
MARY ULIBARRI, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked about Measure Q funding and how it's distributed, noted they are in need of new computers.
THERESA TANK, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked for an update on the Police shooting of the dog.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked why the Homeward Bound meeting was cancelled and what is going on with Cora Harper. - Spoke on Code Enforcement trespassing on private properties and expressed concerns with their performance.
JIM BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Said many people at the last meeting addressed their concerns with Code Enforcement and asked about their training.
SAMANTHA RYAN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke of bringing back the Neighborhood Watch program.
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.
MINUTES ALL AGENCIES:
8. MINUTES OF THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 6, 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: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
9. MINUTES OF THE WORKSHOP - MAY 14, 2025 AT 5:30 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
Minutes-June 17, 2025
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ALL AGENCIES:
None.
CITY COUNCIL:
10. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 1031-2025 OF THE CITY OF BARSTOW ADOPTING OF
FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES IN THE LOCAL RESPONSIBILITY AREAS Recommended Action:
That the City Council approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 1031-2025 regarding adoption of a fire hazard severity zones in Local Responsibility Area.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
11. RESOLUTION NO. 5218-2025 TO INITIATE PROCEEDINGS TO REAFFIRM THE LEVY AND
COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS AND ORDERING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE AN ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR LANDSCAPING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1, STREET MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1, STREET LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1, AND FLOOD CONTROL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT #1
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Approve Resolution No. 5218-2025 and initiate proceedings to reaffirm the levy and collection of annual property tax roll assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 and;
2. Order the Consulting City Engineer to prepare an Engineer’s Report for Landscaping Assessment District #1, Street Maintenance Assessment District #1, Street Lighting Assessment District #1, and Flood Control Assessment District #1.
3. Set the date, time, and location of the public hearing for the reaffirmation of the annual property tax roll assessments for Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at 220 E. Mountain View St., Barstow, CA 92311.
4. Direct the City Clerk to publish a Notice of Public Hearing in a local newspaper of general circulation waive the full reading.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
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DISCUSSION / ACTION ON DEFERRED ITEMS: (ITEMS PREVIOUSLY TABLED OF PULLED FROM THE
CONSENT CALENDAR BY THE COUNCIL WILL BE CONSIDERED BY THE GOVERNING BOARD AT THIS TIME).
BUSINESS / ACTION ITEMS:
12. THE UNITED STATES VETERANS SUPPORT GROUP INC., A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION,
HAS SUBMITTED A COMMUNITY PROMOTIONAL FUND (MEASURE Q) APPLICATION
REQUESTING IN-KIND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT OF $400 TO HELP OFFSET FACILITY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH HOSTING ITS ANNUAL KIDS FUN DAY EVENT ON SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2025, AT DANA PARK.
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve an in-kind donation valued at $400 to The United States Veterans Support Group Inc., a nonprofit organization, to assist with facility use fees for the Annual Kids Fun Day Event scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Dana Park.
CITY CLERK SERVICES MANAGER MARIBEL HERNANDEZ
- Presented the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Mentioned she had attended these great events and commended the organization for the great job they are doing for the children, and for their continued service to our community.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
13. HD FAMILY EVENTS HAS SUBMITTED A COMMUNITY PROMOTIONAL FUND
APPLICATION (MEASURE Q) REQUESTING IN-KIND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $350.10 TO HELP OFFSET PERMITTING AND WATER USE COSTS
ASSOCIATED WITH HOSTING ITS SUMMER MARKETS IN BARSTOW, SCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, JULY 6, 2025, AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 2025, AT FOGLESONG PARK. WHILE HD FAMILY EVENTS IS NOT CURRENTLY RECOGNIZED AS A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATION, THEY HAVE SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION TO THE IRS AND ARE AWAITING FORMAL APPROVAL. THE EVENT IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE A COMMUNITY BENEFIT BY SUPPORTING LOCAL VENDORS AND OFFERING A FREE, FAMILYFRIENDLY PUBLIC GATHERING.
Recommended Action:
That the City Council approve an in-kind donation valued at $350.10 to the HD Family Events to assist with Temporary Use Permit and water fees for the Summer Markets in Barstow Event on Sunday, July 6, 2025, and Sunday, August 10, 2025 at Foglesong Park.
RESULT: TABLED Next: 7/1/2025 6:00 PM
14. ADOPT RESOLUTION 5219-2025 TO REPEAL AND REPLACE RESOLUTION NO. 5010-2020
REGARDING VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED THRESHOLDS OF SIGNIFICANCE FOR
ANALYZING TRANSPORTATION IMPACTS UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT TO CORRECT CLERICAL ERROR
Recommended Action:
Adopt a Resolution No 5219-2025 to repeal and replace Resolution No. 5010-2020 to correct a clerical error in the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) threshold language to determine the Minutes-June 17, 2025
significance of a project’s environmental effects, consistent with adopted County thresholds and intent of the Resolution No. 5010-2020.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Presented the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
15. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 PROPOSED
OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET, APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT,
INVESTMENT POLICY, AND THE PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE FOR BUDGETED
POSITIONS AND NEWLY ADDED POSITIONS
Recommended Action:
That the City Council and Barstow Fire Protection District Board take the following actions:
1. That City Council approve the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Budget for the City in the amount of $68,156,966 and adopt the attached Joint Resolution No. 07-2025 (Attachment B), approving the Proposed Budget (Attachment A), including any City Council amendments (if any), and excluding the Barstow Fire Protection District Budget – Fund 225, and waive the full reading.
2. That the Fire Protection District Board approve and adopt a preliminary budget for the Barstow Fire Protection District in the amount $6,538,500 and adopt the attached Joint Resolution No. 07- 2025 (Attachment B), approving and adopting the preliminary Budget (Attachment A) as submitted pursuant to Health & Safety Code Section 13893(a)(1) and waive the full reading.
3. Approve the annual 2025/2026 appropriations limit, which is calculated using the change in the growth in California personal income and the change in population growth of the City/County, which are determined by the State of California, and adopt City of Barstow Resolution No. 5225- 2025, and BFPD Resolution No. 74-2025, establishing the appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2025/2026, by title only and waive the reading.
4. That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 5223-2025 approving the publicly available pay schedule (PAPS) (Attachment C)
5. That the City Council Adopt the Investment Policy and Resolution No. 5224-2025 of the City of Barstow for FY 2025/2026.
6. Provide direction to staff for the use of Measure Q Fund Balance for one-time safety related expenditures.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Expressed concerns with the expenditures from Measure Q. - Would like to see the suggestions from the council prioritized.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Mentioned that the council suggestions will be prioritized, noted that currently, staff are gathering necessary information.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Would like to know which positions exist but are not funded.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Noted the current list is of all employees approved, not necessarily budgeted.
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FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Clarified that all budgeted positions are listed on the budget book beginning on page 7 and the agenda packet starting on page 179.
- Clarified that this budget was presented at the Measure Q meeting.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Asked if Cannabis money can be used to remodel the Barstow Police Department facilities instead of Measure Q funds.
- Noted Measure Q funds were intended for public safety. - Expressed concerns with the Harvey House Security.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Explained items on the budget are those considered a priority at the budget workshop.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Mentioned this proposal is to have a trial period for security and revitalize the Harvey House. - Noted currently there is only part-time staff.
- Mentioned that one of the tenants is looking to go into another location due to the lack of traffic. - Clarified that this is an effort to revitalize the Harvey House and market it. - Noted one of the concerns is the safety factor.
- Mentioned the goal is to revitalize the Harvey House, make it more safe, and secure more rentals.
- Noted this will be for a one-year trial lease.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Asked if this would be more effective to have tenants first. - Asked if there is data available that shows the need for security.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Clarified that the goal is to make it more secure to attract new tenants. - Mentioned that there is no data available showing the need for security.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Asked for more clarification on the facility remodel for the Fire Department and the building improvement for the Police Department.
- Asked what happens with the remaining fund balance.
FIRE CHIEF CORY CISNEROS
- Clarified regarding the Fire Department remodel, the building has not been upgraded since its existence, and there is a significant roof leak.
- Noted once roof is repair they will need to assess other needs of the facilities, like ADA, upgrading living spaces, etc.
INTERIM POLICE CHIEF DANIEL ARTHUR
- Explained the Police Department has been remodeled, but some sections still need upgrades and or expansion.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Noted that as per the remaining balance, staff took priority projects from each department that had an impact on the community and safety, and that is what is recommended.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Clarified this is the projected remaining fund balance as of June 30, 2025.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Expressed concerns with not having savings in accounts in case an emergency happens.
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- Asked when these purchases will be made and how this will affect the budget. - Asked if ADA projects would be approached first.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Clarified that the city does have a required reserve and a healthy reserve in the general fund of about 6 million dollars, only specific to Measure Q.
- Noted incoming revenue projections are based on current business and revenue received. - Mentioned the project will be spread throughout the year, coinciding with the revenue received throughout the year.
- Mentioned she feels these are strong projections.
- Clarified that the recommendation is to approach ADA projects first, depending on council direction and funding.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Expressed her concerns and asked why the public works items are not being done out of the general fund and not Measure Q funds.
- Asked for more clarification regarding the flock cameras and the pistols. - Asked what the reason is for the Foglesong ADA concrete between fields. - Asked why the lighting on the H St. Soccer Field did not make the list. - Asked why the Police Department and Fire Department remodel is not done out of cannabis money.
INTERIM POLICE CHIEF DANIEL ARTHUR
- Explained that the purpose of the flock cameras is to be investigative tools used by police officers in their daily work.
- Currently, the city has 33 or 34, but this is an inadequate number based on the size of the city. - Noted current pistols need to be replaced due to malfunction and to prevent accidents.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR CHRIS HELDRETH
- Clarified Measure Q was passed for public works as well. - Mentioned that the current stencil truck is over 30 years old and needs replacement to improve functionality.
- Noted currently if you park at the ADA parking stall, there is a ramp that goes to the left but not to the right, and would like to make this available for the handicapped. - Clarified the H St. Soccer Field lighting was not put in the list because that is one of the projects staff is planning to fund out of the cannabis fund.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Noted that the remodel for the Police and Fire Department can be done out of cannabis funds, but it will not be enough to complete both facilities.
- Mentioned that there are funds available for the Barstow Senior Center, but there are restrictions on how to utilize those funds.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Clarified that some of the requests for funds from the Senior Center had been for private use. - Mentioned these funds had to be spent appropriately, and mentioned staff have to work with the Senior Center to guide them.
MAYOR SILVA
- Asked for clarification on the Harvey House boiler.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR CHRIS HELDRETH
- Clarified this refers to inspection and replacement, noted the boiler is currently leaking, and the damages need to be assessed.
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MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Asked if priorities for Measure Q need to happen tonight or if they can be brought back for approval.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Clarified that these items had been presented to the council previously.
SPEAKERS
THERESA TANK, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked for clarification on the Animal Control Officer and Animal Services Manager positions. - Asked about the Master Fee Schedule concerning Animal Services, wanted to know how much of these fees go back to the Humane Society.
EUGENE BUTTICCI, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke on the security at the Harvey House and mentioned the importance of having security at that facility.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Clarified that the Animal Control Officer and Animal Services Manager positions are listed on the salary schedule but are not budgeted.
- Clarified on the fees for Animal Services when the contract begins with the Humane Society, they will provide those services, noted the city does provide some of those services after hours. - Mentioned that even if the city does not provide any of those services and does not collect any of those fees, these fees need to stay on the Master Fee Schedule because if the city assumes animal control in the future, before going through a fee study, they will need to be established.
Motion made by COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ, to approve staff recommendation and for staff to provide the priorities to be established on the 20 items listed and to take the funding programs for streets to the street committee.
Subsequent motion made by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ, to approve budget, removing Fire and Police Department building remodels from Measure Q to the 3% cannabis fund, and to take the funding programs for streets to the street committee.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
16. FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 9.74, AND AMENDING SECTIONS 19.14.030, 19.16.020, AND 19.16.030 OF THE BARSTOW
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING SMOKE SHOPS AND TOBACCO STORES Recommended Action:
That the City Council continue the public hearing to July 15, 2025, and on July 15, 2025, to consider the introduction of Ordinance No. 1032-2025 limiting the proliferation of Smoke Shops and Tobacco Stores with the City of Barstow and amending the Barstow Municipal Code to add a new chapter 9.74 and update sections 19.14.030, 19.16.020, and 19.16.030 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Barstow.
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CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Presented the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR SILVA OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 8:50 PM.
SPEAKERS
EUGENE BUTTICCI, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Explained the reason for bringing this item back.
MAYOR SILVA CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 8:51 PM.
Motion made by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ, seconded by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, to continue this item for the July 15, 2025 meeting. 4 - 0 RESULT: TABLED Next: 7/15/2025 6:00 PM
17. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND ESTABLISHING SPECIFIED FEES FOR CITY SERVICES (FY 2025/2026) Recommended Action:
That City Council adopt Resolution No. 5226-2025 amending and establishing the Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025/2026, and waive the full reading.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Presented the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Asked why there was no comparison with the previous year's fees.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Requested the fee schedule to be available on the website for the public's review.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Would like to see the red-line and the changes clearly identify.
MAYOR SILVA OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 8:57 PM.
NO SPEAKERS
MAYOR SILVA CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 8:57 PM.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
18. REVIEW THE CITY’S MILITARY EQUIPMENT ANNUAL REPORT AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 5227-2025 TO RENEW ORDINANCE NO. 989-2022, APPROVING THE CITY’S MILITARY
EQUIPMENT POLICY, AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7070. THE BARSTOW POLICE DEPARTMENT IS COMMITTED TO TRANSPARENCY,
PUBLIC TRUST, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS, AND COMPLIANCE WITH LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.
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Recommended Action:
That the City Council approve the 2024 Military Equipment Annual Report and adopt Resolution No.5227-2025 renewing Ordinance No. 989-2022, which approved the Department’s military equipment funding, acquisition, and use policy pursuant to Assembly Bill 481. The renewal of the proposed ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), per CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(2,5).
INTERIM POLICE CHIEF DANIEL ARTHUR
- Presented the report as filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR SILVA OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:02 PM.
NO SPEAKERS
MAYOR SILVA CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:02 PM.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Council Member
SECONDER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Silva, Rose, Noble, Hernandez
ABSENT: Williams
19. PUBLIC HEARING – CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT TERMINATION FOR COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS OPERATOR ZENGROW, INC.
Recommended Action:
That the City Council adopt the resolution terminating the development agreement with Zengrow (Attachment 4)) and direct staff to take further steps to consummate the development agreement termination. If the development agreement is terminated, the City plans to assess its options for how to best use the property.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Mentioned since the agenda item was posted, Zengrow reached out with a plan to pay the balance.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Explained Zengrow in the past had gotten behind and paid their balance. - Noted that they presented documentation that they are in the process of obtaining a loan to pay their account balance.
- Requested a one-month extension to allow them to pay their balance.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Asked why they are behind on their payment.
- Asked how long they have not made a payment.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Explained that the family that operates this business had a death in the family and which triggered them to fall behind on their payment.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Mentioned that she saw two notices in the newspaper.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR CHRIS HELDRETH
- Explained they had not made a payment since December 2024. - Clarified that there was only one DA in the newspaper.
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MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Asked how this agreement was mistakenly left out of the previous public hearing.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR CHRIS HELDRETH
- Clarified previously, there were about 13 agreements that the council revoked. - Noted those businesses never opened, but this one did; this is the reason this one was overlooked.
MAYOR SILVA OPENED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:09 PM.
SPEAKERS
SAMANTHA RYAN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked how the termination of this agreement would affect the 3% for the remodel of the Police and Fire Department building.
MAYOR SILVA CLOSED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 9:09 PM.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR CHRIS HELDRETH
- Explained that the 3% is only for the business operators; this facility is a cultivation facility, they don't pay the 3%, they pay a $5 SQ fee that goes into another account.
Motion made MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE, to continue this item to the July 15, 2025, meeting. 4-0
RESULT: TABLED Next: 7/15/2025 6:00 PM
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATES:
FIRE CHIEF CORY CISNEROS
- Mentioned they had been busy last couple of weeks engaging in cooperative local agreements with San Bernardino County, BLM, etc.
INTERIM POLICE CHIEF DANIEL ARTHUR
- Mentioned the Police Department has two new officers starting on Monday. - Reminded everyone to stay safe during the 4th of July celebrations and to be responsible when using fireworks.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Attended the Street Committee Meeting on June 4, received a report from Rob Killpatrick update on current city projects. Discussed upcoming city projects. - Attended the Southern California Association of Governments on June 5. - Attended MDAQMD on June 9, and they confirmed the budget for the agency, and they also discussed the Environmental Protection Agency.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Noted the last Military Affairs Meeting was canceled due to the change of command, next meeting will be on July 8, at 8 AM at Los Domingos.
- Attended the VVTA Meeting in Hesperia on June 16. Spoke of an agreement between VVTA and BCC on a student ride promotional program starting in July. - Recognized two employees who did an outstanding job, one identifying a runaway on one of the VVTA buses.
- Greeted three new employees at the VVTA.
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- Mentioned the next VVTA meeting will be on July 21 in Hesperia at 9:30 AM.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Noted, Rules and Police will be meeting on June 24 at 5 PM. - Homeward Bound Meeting was cancelled, there was nothing on the agenda, next meeting will be on July 10 at 5 PM.
MAYOR SILVA
- Attended the SBCTA on June 4, spoke on the first part of the bridge project.
BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Addressed Mayor Pro Tem Rose's comments regarding special treatment for her husband.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Would like staff to meet with the Barstow Senior Center representatives and educate them on how to request funds.
- Would like to see information available on Channel 6 regarding Animal Services. - Requested staff look into code enforcement performance.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Informed the council that some information is being put together as a PowerPoint presentation to relay the information to the public through our website, social media, and Channel 6.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Also requested staff to meet with the Senior Center on how to request funds available to them.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Clarified that she will meet with the Barstow Senior Center representatives to inform them of timelines and data needed to request funds.
MAYOR SILVA
- Made comments regarding accusations about giving the power to another council member and how meetings are being run.
- Explained the Rules of Order for meetings.
- Requested a presentation from Code Enforcement to address people's concerns. - Noted he will be working on the Neighborhood watch program. - Attended the Juneteenth celebration event.
STAFF REPORTS:
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE
- Mentioned that the Cora Harper Fitness Center is currently closed due to the high temperatures and some safety concerns.
- Noted there is a plan to fix the HVAC system. This project will begin in September to the end of November or maybe December.
- Mentioned that the main source of funding for this project is CDBG funds, which have an expiration and need to be spent.
- Explained staff will try to accommodate those who have made reservations. - Noted the kiddie pool should be open to the public for the Juneteenth holiday. - Mentioned that the Code Enforcement presentation will be on July 15th. - Addressed comments regarding personnel-related items. - Noted that any hiring interview process is a personnel confidential matter, and this information cannot be released to the public.
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ADJOURNMENT:
By the consensus of the City Council and without objection, the Joint Special Meeting was adjourned at 9:41 P.M. Council continued with closed session and convened immediately after the end of the Joint Special Meeting and adjourned at 11:25 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted: Approved:
_______________________________ _______________________________ Andrea Flores, City Clerk Timothy R. Silva, Mayor
Notice: Signed Minutes are filed with the City Clerk’s office