BARSTOW CITY COUNCIL /
BARSTOW FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
220 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW STREET
BARSTOW, CA 92311
DECEMBER 16, 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 PRO TEM ROSE 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 OT A SPEAKER REQUEST CARD AND HANDING IT TO THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO THE AGENDA ITEM BEING 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.
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SPEAKERS
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Mentioned that approximately a month ago, the council held a closed session, but no report was provided by the city attorney.
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS:
1. 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 3 - Barstow Police Officers’ Association
All Unrepresented Employees
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (GOV. CODE § 54956.8) Recommended Action:
Conference with Real Property Negotiator (Gov. Code § 54956.8) Properties: 27745 Panamint Road & 28075 Rimrock Road, Barstow, CA 92311 Agency Negotiators: Rochelle Clayton, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Barstow Heights Community Services District Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Agreement
3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (GOV. CODE § 54956.8) Recommended Action:
Conference with Real Property Negotiator (Gov. Code § 54956.8) Property: 555 Melissa Ave, Barstow, CA 92311
Agency Negotiators: Rochelle Clayton, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Barstow Senior Citizen Center
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Agreement
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Recommended Action:
Conference with Legal Counsel; Existing Litigation
(Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Case Name: Negrette v. City of Barstow, Claim No. 22-168746 REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
The report from the closed session will be presented at the next city council regular meeting.
INVOCATION:
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE gave the invocation.
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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
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE 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 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 made by COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ, seconded by MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE, to approve tabling item number 12 and pulling items 11 and 18 for further discussion.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
PRESENTATIONS:
5. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION TO MANUEL LOPEZ "MANNY IN THE MORNING" Recommended Action:
Presentation Only.
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The Mayor and Council presented a proclamation in honor of Manuel Lopez, "Manny in the Morning”.
RESULT: PRESENTATION ONLY
6. PRESENTATION BY BARSTOW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: ADHOC TOURISM
COMMITTEE
Recommended Action:
Presentation Only.
BARSTOW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EUGENE BUTTICCI
KAITELYNE SILVER, BRANDING OFFICER FOR THE TOURISM ADHOC COMMITTEE - Presented the report filed with the City Clerk's office.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Thanked the committee for the presentation, expressing her enjoyment of their plan and hopes for a partnership with the organization.
COUNCIL MEMBER NOBLE
- Asked if there is an opportunity for members of the public to join the committee. - Requested more clarification on how their website will function.
BARSTOW CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EUGENE BUTTICCI - Explained that, at this point in time, there are no opportunities for members of the public to join the committee since they already have a diverse number of members. However, noted that there will be future opportunities for other members of the public to join once the basic foundations are developed.
KAITELYNE SILVER, BRANDING OFFICER FOR THE TOURISM AD HOC COMMITTEE - Mentioned that their website will have a search function with information regarding attraction maps, places to see, articles, and more.
- Stated that they are trying to remain flexible with the timelines of the phases they are currently working on.
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Expressed her full support for this project and suggested compiling a list of volunteers for when the committee needs assistance.
- Noted her desire to see tours conducted around town, highlighting the many interesting sights in the area.
- Thanked the committee for their efforts on behalf of the community.
MAYOR SILVA
- Stated that he has been attending their meetings but had not reported out because they just finalized the committee’s name at the last meeting.
- Noted his goal for 2026, the centennial celebration of Route 66 and the 250th birthday of the country, is to make Barstow the best it can be.
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.
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SPEAKERS
ISAAC PADILLA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Announced that he has been working with the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life to bring their event back to Barstow.
- Stated the event was canceled during COVID-19 and merged with San Bernardino County’s event. - Invited everyone to attend the event on May 2, 2026, and noted that from 1999 to 2020, the City of Barstow raised over $2 million in the fight against cancer. - Highlighted that this is a family-oriented event and officially invited all to participate. He requested support and a partnership from the City of Barstow.
JOSEPH NAPOLITANO, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Addressed his concerns regarding the BIG project and requested more information and transparency be available to the public.
- Expressed concerns regarding the Victorville train station at 6th and D streets and the situation at Silver Lakes, which has only one way in and out. He would like to know what solutions will be proposed for the BIG project's sound walls, sewer, and septic issues.
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke about the geology and history of Barstow and Calico. - Mentioned attending the Gem and Mineral Show at the Harvey House and expressed concerns about the condition of the parking lot.
- Invited the public to donate to or adopt from the Humane Society.
TED MENDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Discussed the BIG project, noting that Country Club Drive will experience four hours of glare, which may affect nearby properties. He requested more time to review the Development Impact Report.
SHERRY BAILY, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Identified herself as a member of the Sylvan Avenue community and spoke about the direct language in the draft Environmental Impact Report. She expressed concerns about it and requested that the council and the city carefully consider the issues that may affect the health and safety of the community.
- Asked what protections or compensation are guaranteed for those affected. - Requested that the council consider extending the open review and comment period to address public health and safety issues.
ANNA FUZIE, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Reminded everyone that Holiday Meals will be delivered on December 25 and they plan to deliver about 1,200 meals to community members.
- Thanked those who participated in the Thanksgiving event and invited all volunteers to the Holiday Meals event, noting a need for drivers to assist with meal deliveries. - Thanked the city for their donations and encouraged everyone to donate if possible. - Mentioned that there will be a New Year's Celebration, catered by Billie’s Kitchen, with tickets priced at $25.
- Announced that next year will mark the 50th anniversary celebration for the Barstow Senior Center.
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke on the last Measure Q meeting presentation, noting there were no available copies for the public.
- Noted the city spent $3 million dollars above the budget last year, and the city plans to spend another $3 million over budget next year, leaving about $2.3 million. - Asked how pay increases to employees and the bills will be paid when the surplus runs out. - Expressed concerns with the upgrades that will be needed to support the BIG project, would like more study sessions conducted to resolve and respond to the concerns from the public, mentioned that all of these burdens will be put back on taxpayers.
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TED BOHANON, APPLE VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke in support of Council Member Williams and the comments he made at the city council meetings he attended in Apple Valley.
ET SNELL, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Made comments regarding Muslims in America and expressed disagreement with their beliefs.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Commended everyone who participated in the Christmas tree lighting and the football event. - Praised the staff for successfully managing both events simultaneously. - Requested a presentation from Burrtec.
- Invited everyone to participate in the upcoming Humane Society event.
EUGENE BUTTICCI, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Provided an update on Desert Manna, mentioning that the number of households they serve grew from about 80 to 140 in November during the SNAP shutdown. - Noted that Desert Manna provided over 100 turkeys for Thanksgiving this year and will open the Free Pop-Up Market distribution on the Saturday after Christmas. - Announced that the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program (HHAP) awarded Desert Manna $88,000 to continue serving Barstow.
- Reminded everyone that the review period for the Environmental Impact Report ends on January 5, 2026, and all comments must be submitted in writing.
- Stated that just under 300 responses have been received and invited everyone to submit their comments as soon as possible.
VIRGINIA BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Addressed the homeless situation in Barstow, noting that in the past month, a person walked into her backyard and took items out of her back porch while she was renovating her kitchen. - Mentioned that when they requested the person to leave, they were threatened. - Reported that this individual recently returned to her home, attempting to tamper with her power and enter her property.
- Thanked the responding officers for their assistance and for their ongoing service to the community.
PUBLIC HEARINGS :
None.
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:
7. MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING / CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 AT 6:15 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
8. MINUTES OF THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 21, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
9. MINUTES OF THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 4, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
10. MINUTES OF THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 18, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ALL AGENCIES:
11. RATIFICATION OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE EXPENDITURES FOR NOVEMBER Recommended Action:
Approve and ratify expenses, as audited, #101356-101678 totaling $6,913,890.60 and wires #1218-1235 totaling $685,985.84, per the Agency breakdown below:
City: $7,298,352.30
Fire: $301,524.14
Successor Agency: $0.00
Grand Total: $7,599,876.44
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Requested clarification regarding check #101514 made out to CV Strategies. - Inquired if there is a remaining balance for this service, given that it is a deposit.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Explained that CV Strategies is the communications consultant hired by the city for the communications plan. She clarified that this component involves additional services to assist the Minutes-December 16, 2025
city in providing branded flash drives for the public, which will include the lengthy Environmental Impact Report.
- Mentioned that this expense will be reimbursable to the city by the developer associated with the project.
FINANCE DIRECTOR SYDNIE HARRIS
- Provided details indicating that the balance of the project is just over $15,000.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Further clarified that the total cost of the project is approximately $25,000 and that BNSF will reimburse the total amount.
- Stated that the total number of flash drives ordered was about 200. - Noted that the size of the flash drives justified the price obtained by staff.
DISCUSSION
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Expressed gratitude to the city manager and finance director for the credit card detail report, which helped address all of his questions.
SPEAKERS
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Referenced page 125 and requested clarification on why the Marriott has not closed its books, noting that they still have two quarters open and questioning the reason for their delay.
MAYOR PRO TEM ROSE
- Abstained on check #101425.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Barbara Mae Rose, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
CITY COUNCIL:
12. FIRST AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BARSTOW SENIOR CENTER TO
AUTHORIZE THIRD-PARTY EVENTS WITH ALCOHOL SERVICE
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the City Council approve the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement with Barstow Senior Citizen Center as presented.
RESULT: TABLED
13. ACCEPTANCE OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (SBCTA) BOARD OF DIRECTORS (BOARD) APPROVED FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $490,000 FROM THE TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) ARTICLE 3 BICYCLE AND
PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES PROGRAM FOR THE RIMROCK ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (BIKE/PED COMPONENTS) BETWEEN H ST. AND AGARITA AVE. PROJECT Recommended Action:
City Staff recommends the following:
1. Approve Resolution No. 5248-2025:
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a) Authorizing the submittal of a claim to the San Bernardino Transportation Authority (SBCTA) for Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3 funds in the amount of $490,000. b) Authorizing the City Manager, or their designee, to certify project completion.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute any necessary documentation related to the project.
3. Authorize City Staff to establish expenditure and revenue accounts specific to TDA Article 3 funds.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
14. COMMUNITY PROMOTIONAL FUND APPLICATION FROM BARSTOW WOMAN'S CLUB FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL "SPIRIT OF GIVING EVENT"
Recommended Action:
Approve the request from the Barstow Woman’s Club for $3,000 in financial assistance to help offset the costs associated with hosting the “Spirit of Giving” community event scheduled for Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Barstow High School.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
15. AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PLACEWORKS, INC.
FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES, IN THE AMOUNT OF $450,254, ASSOCIATED WITH THE
GENERAL PLAN UPDATE
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends the City Council:
1. Approval of the Professional Services Agreement Amendment with PlaceWorks (Attachment A) for the General Plan Update and associated tasks, in the amount of $450,254, of which $393,427 is reimbursable leaving a fiscal impact of $56,827 which is available in the adopted FY2025-26 budget; and
2. Approval of Resolution 5249-2025 (Attachment B), increasing offsetting revenues and expenditures in the amount of $393,427.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
16. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR SECURITY GUARD SERVICES
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council award the Security Guard Services Professional Services Agreement to the most competitive bidder, Alltech Industries Inc., and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
SPEAKERS
ET SNELL, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Asked if the Police Chief had looked into this contract and mentioned he would prefer the Police Department to handle it instead of hiring a Security Guard Services company.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
17. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES- PARKS
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council award the Professional Services Agreement to Titan Janitorial for Parks Janitorial Services and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
SPEAKERS
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Inquired about who will monitor this contract, whether there will be a six-month evaluation of their work, and what the current city employees responsible for this work will be doing.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Clarified that this contract will be monitored by the Public Works Department. The purpose of this contract is to augment the staff, allowing them to focus on more complex and essential projects instead of routine janitorial tasks for the park restrooms. Currently, staff members are assigned to monitor and clean these restrooms, and this change will enable them to dedicate their time to other important projects.
- Mentioned that there is always an evaluation process in place to monitor their performance.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Added that the city has a five-day notice period to terminate the contract.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
18. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR LASTING IMAGES LANDSCAPE INC.
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council award the Professional Services Agreement to Lasting Images Landscape, Inc., and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Requested to remove this agenda item for re-bid.
MAYOR SILVA
- Stated that with no objections from the council, this agenda item is cancelled and should be rebid.
RESULT: TABLED
19. APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN BARSTOW FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF BARSTOW FOR THE TERM OF JULY 1, 2025- JUNE 30, 2026
Recommended Action:
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Staff is recommending Council approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Barstow Fire Protection District and the City of Barstow for the contract term of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 as written in the final draft-Exhibit B.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
20. AMENDMENT #5 TO THE FY 2025-2026 PUBLICLY AVAILABLE PAY SCHEDULE (PAPS) Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 5250-2025 approving the amended publicly available pay schedule (PAPS) (Attachment A) for FY 2025-2026 with an effective date of December 21, 2025.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
21. AMENDMENT NO. 6 TO FIRST AVENUE BRIDGE OVER BNSF FUNDING AGREEMENT NO. 15-1001119 BETWEEN THE CITY OF BARSTOW AND THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (SBCTA)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council take the following action:
1. Authorize the City Manager, or their designee, to execute Amendment No. 6 (Attachment A) to Project Funding Agreement No. 15-1001119 pertaining to the North First Avenue Overhead Bridge over the BNSF Railroad which will extend the agreement termination date to June 30, 2026.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
SECONDER: John Williams, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
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:
22. CONSIDERATION OF ISSUING A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE “ROUTE 66 MUSICAL ROAD PROJECT” HONORING THE U.S. MARINE CORPS 250TH ANNIVERSARY AND THE ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL
Recommended Action:
Approve the issuance of a Letter of Support for the Route 66 Musical Road Project honoring the 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps and the 100th Anniversary of Route 66.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Presented the report submitted to the City Clerk's office.
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SPEAKERS
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed support for the proposal and inquired about the music that would be played.
MAYOR SILVA
- Asked whether the organization provided details on the tune that will be played.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Clarified that the tune will be the Marine Corps Hymn.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Council Member
SECONDER: Carmen Hernandez, Council Member
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
23. JOINT ITEM - CITY COUNCIL/BARSTOW FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD OF
DIRECTORS REORGANIZATION AND SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council and Barstow Fire Protection District Board of Directors to Conduct the annual reorganization and Nominate and select a member of the City Council to serve as Mayor Pro Tem for calendar year 2026.
MAYOR SILVA
- Presented the report submitted to the City Clerk's office and inquired if Council Member Noble accepts the appointment.
SPEAKERS
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed that he finds it unusual for this to be a joint item, suggesting it should be addressed as a separate item.
- Proposed that Council Member Hernandez be nominated as Mayor Pro Tem.
VIRGINIA BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Congratulated Mayor Pro Tem Noble on his appointment and praised both him and Council Member Hernandez, stating that either one would have been an excellent choice.
JIM BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Commended Mayor Pro Tem Noble for the outstanding job he has done.
COMMENTS
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Thanked the residents of Barstow for the honor of serving over the past year as Mayor Pro Tem, noting that the new Mayor Pro Tem Noble is an excellent selection and congratulated him on his appointment.
RESULT: COMPLETED
24. REQUEST OF COUNCIL MEMBERS WILLIAMS AND NOBLE FOR CENSURE AND RELATED ACTIONS TO IMPOSE SANCTIONS WITHIN CITY COUNCIL’S POWER REGARDING MAYOR
PRO TEM ROSE UNDER CITY ETHICS CODE
Recommended Action:
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The City Council may consider Councilmember Williams and Noble’s request for censuring Mayor Pro Tem Rose related to her conduct and consider related actions to impose sanctions within the City Council’s power under the City’s Ethics Code, and in so doing consider any response or rebuttal from Mayor Pro Tem Rose, hear public testimony and take any action determined to be appropriate based on the matters presented and deliberated.
CITY ATTORNEY MATTHEW SUMMERS
- Presented the report submitted to the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Summarized his request for censure and provided proposed findings of fact to support his request.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Summarized his request for censure and provided proposed findings of fact to support his request.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Presented a statement indicating that the basis for this censure is hearsay and condemned the statements made by Mr. Garner.
SPEAKERS
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Noted that the council is pursuing a serious case based on hearsay evidence and criticized the council for bringing this matter up for discussion.
- Stated that decisions should be made based on solid evidence, not hearsay.
MIKE HERNANDEZ, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Mentioned that council members receive a lot of criticism and feedback that comes with their job. He emphasized that they should not be oversensitive or react defensively to personal comments.
ET SNELL, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed that he would have preferred to see Mr. Garner present and voiced his concerns in person, and expressed disagreement in how this situation was handled.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed her disagreement with the censure item.
VIRGINIA BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed her disagreement with the censure item.
JIM BROWN, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed his disagreement with the censure item.
FINAL COMMENTS ON THE CENSURE REQUEST
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Stated that the city manager was attacked, accusing her of a lack of commitment to the community, and noted he disagreed with those comments. He also addressed Mr. Brown's remarks.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Had no further comments.
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COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Presented her final response or rebuttal and shared her perspective on the recent events.
MAYOR SILVA
- Asked Council Member Rose about the intention behind her phone call to Mr. Garner.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Explained that she intended to convey the same excitement she expressed on social media about Barstow's football team.
MAYOR SILVA
- Stated that the public is not aware of all the details and noted that Council Member Rose has been attacking the city manager for at least six months, a fact known to the other members of the council.
- Mentioned that the city manager has been under pressure to resign due to these attacks. - Explained that he has been taking action by discussing the matter with Council Members Rose and Williams.
- Emphasized that he will not tolerate attacks on staff and stands firmly against them. - Expressed his support for Mr. Garner.
- Stressed that it is the council's duty to address these situations promptly.
RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 0]
MOVER: John Williams, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Williams, Hernandez, Silva
ABSTAIN: Rose
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATES:
POLICE CHIEF CHRISTOPHER KIRBY
- Reported that between November 18 and December 15, the dispatch center received 5,962 phone calls from the public. The police department responded to 2,163 calls for service, took 277 police reports, and made 102 arrests. Of these, 58 arrests were for misdemeanor crimes, and 44 were for felony crimes.
- The Barstow Police Department congratulated the Barstow Aztecs Football team on their championship win and thanked them for allowing the department to participate in the celebrations. - The Barstow Baker to Vegas running team expressed their gratitude to the community for their support.
- Announced that the Barstow Police Department is conducting the Christmas Cops for Kids Toy Giveaway during the morning hours of Christmas Eve.
FIRE CHIEF CORY CISNEROS
- Congratulated the Barstow Aztecs Football team on their successful win and recognized the historical significance of this event for the community. - Offered recommendations to ensure the safety of all community members during the Christmas festivities.
- Acknowledged the two-year anniversary of the tragic events involving the Isom family that occurred on December 14, 2023.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Reported that on December 12, she attended the Desert Mountain meeting for the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA). They discussed planning grants and noted that emails Minutes-December 16, 2025
would be sent out to the city, requested staff to be on the lookout.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Mentioned that he attended the Military Affairs meeting on December 9 at Los Domingos and provided an update.
- Announced the Military Affairs Mixer at Fort Irwin on January 15. - Stated that the next Military Affairs Meeting will be on January 13 at Los Domingos at 8:00 AM. - Noted that there was no Victor Valley Transit Authority meeting due to a lack of action; the next meeting will be on January 19 in Hesperia.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Had nothing to report.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Had nothing to report.
MAYOR SILVA
- Attended the SBCTA general meeting on December 3, where there was no action for the City of Barstow.
- Attended the Street Committee meeting on December 3, where the new business involved the review of current contracts out for bid.
- Thanked Council Member Hernandez for covering the SBCTA Desert Mountain Meeting. - Attended the SBCTA Metro Valley meeting on December 11, where there was no action for Barstow.
BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL:
COUNCIL MEMBER HERNANDEZ
- Congratulated the community for their outstanding support on December 12 at Buena Park. She emphasized the importance of unity and support as we work towards a better community in 2026. - Congratulated Leonard Williams on his appointment as President of the Barstow Unified School District (BUSD).
- Congratulated the Barstow Aztec Football Team for becoming the state champions.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Expressed his desire to promote the American Cancer Society Relay for Life to increase public awareness.
- Requested that staff assess the conditions of the Harvey House parking lot. - Invited the community to volunteer at the Senior Center for their Holiday Meals event. - Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and congratulated the Barstow Aztec Football Team for their exceptional performance.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Addressed comments made by Council Member Rose regarding Barstow School District Meeting. - Motioned for an internal investigation into the officer who was threatened with job loss, stating that some facts presented were inaccurate.
- Noted that he sent an email to the city manager and the mayor regarding plans to organize a parade in honor of the Barstow Aztec Football Team.
- Expressed his desire to display banners around town for the CIF Champions, State Champions, and Regional Champions.
- Stated that his goal is to serve the residents of the community to the best of his abilities.
MAYOR SILVA
- Requested that Council Member Williams pause the investigation, as he is already in the process of gathering information.
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COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Wished all community members a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, encouraging everyone to spend time with their loved ones and stay safe.
MAYOR SILVA
- Attended the "Together We Can" event on December 4. He noted that their next event, the Spirit of Giving, will be held on December 20 at the Barstow High School Gym. - On December 5, he attended the Christmas Tree Lighting and the Barstow Football game. - Spoke at the Barstow Women’s Club annual breakfast on December 6. - Participated in the Kiwanis Clothes Giving event on December 8 and 9. - Attended the Aztec game on December 12, where they won the state championship. He thanked Chief Kirby and Chief Cisneros for their support during the escort of the team and acknowledged everyone who attended the event.
- Attended the Chamber Tourism ADHOC Committee meeting on December 11. - Attended the AUSA Gold Star Family Dinner on December 10, honoring the families of fallen heroes.
STAFF REPORTS:
None.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS/UPDATES:
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Addressed public comments regarding security services, noting that the Police Chief is aware and supports the contract.
- Stated she will collaborate with staff to evaluate the safety of the Harvey House parking lot. - Expressed support for the ADHOC Tourism Committee.
- Congratulated the Barstow Aztec Football Team on their accomplishments. - Mentioned she is working with the school superintendent on an agenda item to organize a parade recognizing the Barstow Aztec team. They are also looking for recognition in collaboration with the water district regarding the water tower.
- Encouraged the community to shop locally and wished everyone a safe and happy holiday season.
ADJOURNMENT:
By consensus of the City Council and without any objections, the Joint Special Meeting was adjourned at 9:59 P.M. in honor of the following fallen heroes:
Sergeant Robert Von Buelow
Specialist Ronnie Parnell
Specialist Steven Mobley
Sergeant Dwight Burns
Specialist Nicholas Padilla
Sergeant Anthony Hollis
Staff Sergeant Christopher Webb
Private First Class Sean Brake.
Respectfully Submitted: Approved:
_______________________________ _______________________________ Andrea Flores, City Clerk Timothy R. Silva, Mayor
Notice: Signed Minutes are filed with the City Clerk’s office