BARSTOW CITY COUNCIL /
BARSTOW FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
220 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW STREET
BARSTOW, CA 92311
JANUARY 6, 2026
6:30 PM
(HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE)
MINUTES
JOINT SPECIAL MEETING
Minutes-January 6, 2026
CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION:
MAYOR SILVA called the closed session meeting to order at 6:30 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Mayor Pro Tem Present
Barbara Mae Rose Council Member Present
John Williams Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Absent
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 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.
No request to speak.
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MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James M. Noble, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Timothy Silva, Mayor
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
ABSENT: Hernandez
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:
All Unrepresented Employees
REPORT OF CLOSED SESSION:
CITY ATTORNEY ANDREW JARED reported the following:
The council met in closed session to discuss one item.
- Conference with labor negotiators for All Unrepresented Employees. Direction was provided to staff and counsel, with no reportable action taken.
INVOCATION:
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE gave the invocation
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:
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
James M. Noble Mayor Pro Tem Present
Barbara Mae Rose Council Member Present
John Williams Council Member Present
Carmen Hernandez Council Member Absent
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 Minutes-January 6, 2026
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.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: John Williams, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
ABSENT: Hernandez
PRESENTATIONS:
None.
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.
Motion made by COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS, seconded by SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE, to suspend the rules to allow Mayor Silva to make a statement. The motion passed 3-1, with Council Member Rose voting no.
MAYOR SILVA
- Stated that at the last council meeting, there was an agenda item regarding the Route 66 Musical Road Project at the Marine Base. He apologized for mispronouncing "U.S. Marine Corps."
SPEAKERS
GILBERT ASA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Expressed concerns about a cover-up by the council regarding police officers who made false reports.
- Voiced disagreement with current staff and their methods of conducting business. - Shared an incident where he tripped and fell due to a damaged sidewalk.
TIM SLUDER, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Spoke about his disagreement regarding censure against Council Member Rose at the last meeting.
EUGENE BUTTICCI, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Announced that the Public Review period for the General Plan Update has been extended to January 12, allowing the public to submit comments or letters of support in writing.
Minutes-January 6, 2026
- Discussed the classic car run from Santa Monica to Chicago that took place the previous weekend, where participants were greeted at Roy's Cafe.
- Reminded everyone about the upcoming Main Street USA Festival in October, highlighting that the main attraction will be classic cars, and it promises to be a great event. - Provided an update on the Ad Hoc Tourism Committee.
TED WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Welcomed everyone back from the holidays.
ANNA FUZIE, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Thanked the community for their support and volunteerism during the holiday meals, mentioning that they delivered about 1,200 meals. Their goal for next year is to deliver approximately 1,500 meals. - Emphasized that the focus for the coming year will be on local seniors and their families. - Announced that the thrift store will close within the next couple of months due to a lack of revenue. - Thanked everyone who attended their New Year's celebrations. - Mentioned that next year, the senior center will celebrate its 50th anniversary.
MARSHA WEASMA, BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA
- Commended staff for the Christmas street lighting event and for accommodating the Barstow High School football game.
- Recommended that everyone review the General Plan Update and submit their comments as soon as possible.
- Noted that comments should be submitted in writing through the city’s website and not in person to the city council.
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:
2. MINUTES OF THE JOINT SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 2, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M.
Recommended Action:
Approve minutes as presented.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ALL AGENCIES:
None.
CITY COUNCIL:
3. APPROVAL OF A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR BARSTOW COMMUNITY COLLEGE’S
PARTICIPATION IN THE INLAND EMPIRE HIGH TECH COLLABORATIVE UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA JOBS FIRST REGIONAL INVESTMENT INITIATIVE
Recommended Action:
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Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign a Letter of Support on behalf of the City of Barstow in support of Barstow Community College’s participation in the Inland Empire High Tech Collaborative project cluster under the California Jobs First Regional Investment Initiative.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Inquired whether the letter of support, on behalf of the City of Barstow, for Barstow Community College’s participation in the Inland Empire High Tech Collaborative project, has been prepared.
MAYOR SILVA
- Confirmed that the letter has indeed been prepared.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
4. APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN BARSTOW POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION AND THE CITY OF BARSTOW FOR THE TERM OF JULY 1, 2025- JUNE 30, 2026
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends Council approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Barstow and the Barstow Police Officers' Association for contract term 7/1/25-6/30/26, and authorize the City Manager to sign the clean copy of the Memorandum of Understanding, Exhibit B.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
5. ADDENDUM TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDINGS- TEAMSTERS UNIT 1 & 2 FOR CONTRACT TERM 7/1/25-6/30/26 AND MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION UNIT 6 CONTRACT TERM 7/1/22-6/30/25
Recommended Action:
Staff is requesting Council approve the addition of the classifications listed above, to be added to the MOU between the Management Association and the City of Barstow for the contract term of July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. Staff is also recommending Council approve the correction to Article 28: Uniforms, Safety Boots, and Safety Equipment for the MOU's Unit 1 & Unit 2 between Teamsters and the City of Barstow.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
6. AMENDMENTS TO THE BARSTOW MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING 22/25, AND CORRECTION TO THE CITY OF
BARSTOW AND TEAMSTERS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR CONTRACT TERM 25/26
Recommended Action:
Staff is recommending Council approve to amend and add the classifications listed above and the language regarding the six percent for all employees hired prior to July 1, 2010 to the Memorandum of Understanding between The City of Barstow and The Barstow Management Employees' Association for contract term 22/26,
Staff is also recommending to amend the Memorandum of Understanding between The City of Barstow and Teamsters Local 1932 for the contract term of 25/26 by adding the language above to Article 28: UNIFORMS, SAFETY BOOTS, AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
Minutes-January 6, 2026
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, 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:
7. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION REGARDING A POTENTIAL COMMUNITY CELEBRATION FOR THE BARSTOW AZTECS’ 2025 CIF STATE DIVISION 4AA FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION TEMPORARILY CLOSING CERTAIN CITY STREETS TO FACILITATE A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION HONORING THE BARSTOW AZTECS’ 2025 CIF STATE DIVISION 4AA FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
Recommended Action:
1. Provide direction to staff regarding the format and scope of a community celebration recognizing the Barstow Aztecs’ 2025 CIF State Division 4AA Football Championship, and adopt resolution No. 5251-2026 authorizing the temporary closure of City streets for a parade route to be determined by the City Manager, in coordination with the Barstow Police Department and Public Works; and waive the full reading.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Presented the report submitted to the City Clerk's office.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Stated that he did not request the presence of any youth football players; that request came from the school principal.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Inquired if the city would provide any type of award to recognize the players, either as a group or as individuals.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Responded that it is at the discretion of the council, but staff has the ability to provide certificates to each member of the football team.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Concurred with the other council members and expressed support for the parade. - Asked if the February 7 date had been confirmed with the Barstow Unified School District.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Confirmed that this date had been confirmed with the Barstow Unified School District.
MAYOR SILVA
- Requested clarification regarding the parade route, stating that normally, when there is an event at City Hall, most parking is at the courthouse. He inquired how Mountain View would be kept open for courthouse parking if the parade route covers that area.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Explained that during the tree lighting event, parking was allowed before the event, and then Mountain View was closed off.
POLICE CHIEF CHRISTOPHER KIRBY
- Stated that the public would be allowed to park at the courthouse before the event, and once the parade concludes, the parking would reopen.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR CHRIS HELDRETH
- Mentioned that during the Christmas tree lighting event and any event at City Hall, they keep the farthest entrance to the courthouse open (the east entrance) so people can enter and exit through there.
- Noted that traffic would be allowed through for parking, and the area would then be closed during the parade and reopened once everyone had passed through.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Suggested parking at Cora Harper, as the parking lot there is larger, and buses could be arranged to transport people.
- Mentioned there were discussions with the Barstow Unified School District about having some banners, and asked what the plans were for this.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Stated that was part of the discussion, mentioning plans for people to park at Dana Park, Cora Harper, and on Belinda St., then walk down.
- Indicated that once everything is finalized and approved, information will be shared with the public on social media, including parking options.
- Added that there had been discussions about having some flags, but nothing was finalized yet.
MAYOR SILVA
- Mentioned that there had been discussions with Golden State Water about a mural on the water tank.
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER KENNETH CHAPA
- Stated that staff met with Golden State Water to discuss a mural on the water tank on Agarita, staff is currently working on an access agreement with them, and collaborating with Main Street Mural on the design.
- Mentioned that the goal is to complete the project as soon as possible, and this will return to the council once the timeline and budget are determined.
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Asked if all involved parties have been contacted in case they wish to present awards to the players, and suggested limiting the number of speakers.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Noted there were discussions on this matter and mentioned that they talked about inviting MCLB, Fort Irwin, and the Fire and Police Departments, while keeping the list of speakers limited. - Indicated that the plan is for the event to start at 11 AM and end at 2 PM, with the parade taking place from 11 to 12, followed by the stage events starting at 12. The goal is to keep the recognition of the football team brief, with celebrations beginning at 12:30 PM and lasting until 2 PM.
MAYOR SILVA
- Recommended involving the school in the mural design process.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Added that this resolution authorizes the temporary closure of the street.
CITY ATTORNEY ANDREW JARED
- Stated, as mentioned in the staff report, that the council should provide direction and adopt the resolution.
MAYOR SILVA
- Clarified that the proposed route will be from Barstow Road to Main Street South to Mountain View, from Mountain View to Mountain View west to City Hall.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: John Williams, Council Member
SECONDER: James M. Noble, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Noble, Rose, Williams, Silva
PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATES:
FIRE CHIEF CORY CISNEROS
- Welcomed everyone to the new year and expressed appreciation for the recent rain, which increases awareness of fire risks during warmer weather due to the presence of dry and dead grass. - Noted that there were no significant weather events reported within the city, but mentioned a fire that occurred in an unincorporated area.
- Reported that the fire department concluded the year with approximately 7400 responses.
MAYOR SILVA
- Stated that the staff is now rotating public safety reports, with the Police Chief scheduled to present at the next council meeting.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Announced that the Military Affairs meeting is scheduled for January 13 at Los Domingos. - Noted that the Victor Valley Transit Authority will meet at the Hesperia office on January 19 at 9:30 AM.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Nothing report.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Nothing to report.
MAYOR SILVA
- Nothing to report.
- Will be attending the SBCTA meeting in San Bernardino on January 7.
BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL:
MAYOR PRO TEM NOBLE
- Expressed gratitude to the public for their support and to the staff for their hard work. He shared his excitement for what 2026 will bring.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Inquired about the status of a rundown residence on Buena Vista, seeking updates on this property. - Asked whether there are any available funds for property abatements. - Emphasized the need to address various issues around town, noting that these rundown homes are a significant concern.
- Commended the city manager for her efforts with the high school, especially for coordinating the parade.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Welcomed the arrival of 2026 and thanked the public for their ongoing support.
MAYOR SILVA
- Had no comments.
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STAFF REPORTS:
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- No updates to report.
COUNCIL MEMBER ROSE
- Inquired whether staff would be reporting on the flash drives. - Mentioned that information was posted on Facebook about a report at this meeting.
CITY MANAGER ROCHELLE CLAYTON
- Stated that she did not plan to report on that topic at this meeting. - Mentioned she does not recall a request for a report on the flash drives for this meeting, but indicated that she had previously provided information and can present a report at the next meeting.
COUNCIL MEMBER WILLIAMS
- Confirmed that Council Member Rose is correct and noted that he had posted on Facebook that the report would be provided at this meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
By consensus of the City Council and without any objections, the Joint Special Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted: Approved:
_______________________________ _______________________________ Andrea Flores, City Clerk Timothy R. Silva, Mayor
Notice: Signed Minutes are filed with the City Clerk’s office with the City Clerk’s office