Needles City Council
March 10, 2026

(ACT) ACTION NEEDED
(INF) INFORMATION ONLY
(DIS) DISCRETIONARY
AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL

NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES

CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM

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CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS A three-minute time limit per person has been established.

RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION

EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) Sylvia Miledi v. City of Needles, et al., Superior Court of the County of San Bernardino, Case No. CIVSB2510533
b. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) Hayley Dominguez v. City of Needles, et al., Superior Court of the County of San Bernardino, Case No. CIVSB2603518

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL
EXECUTIVE SESSION REPORT - by City Attorney

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

INVOCATION

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

CORRESPONDENCE

INTRODUCTIONS
CITY ATTORNEY – Parliamentary Procedures
As a courtesy to those in attendance, we would ask that cell phones be turned off or set in their silent mode. Thank you
PUBLIC APPEARANCE - Persons wishing to address the NPUA / City Council on subjects other than those scheduled are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Mayor, please announce your name and address for the record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has been established by Municipal Code Section 2-18. Amendments to the California Government Code Section 54950 prohibits the City Council from taking action on a specific item until it appears on the agenda.

PRESENTATION
(A ten-minute time limit per presentation has been established per Municipal Code Section 2-18.)

1. Representative from Republic Services will give a presentation.

2. City Entitlement Process & Timeline: Planning staff will provide a workshop presentation outlining the City of Needles’ development entitlement process and typical project timeline. The presentation will review the key steps involved in processing development applications, including pre-application discussions, formal application submittal, environmental review, public hearing procedures, and the plan check and construction phases that follow project approval. The workshop is intended to provide the City Council and staff with a clear understanding of how development proposals move through the City’s review process, the roles of the various reviewing bodies, and the factors that may influence project timelines.

REGULAR NPUA / COUNCIL ITEMS

3. Authorize Reliable Pump to Repair one Hydromatic 40 HP Pump, not to exceed $20,383.39 Utilizing the Wastewater Asset Replacement Fund (ACT)

4. Accept the work completed by Phillips Excavating, Inc. for the Well 11 to Well 15 Intertie project and authorize a Notice of Completion to record with the San Bernardino County Recorder’s office. (ACT) COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed. The Mayor or any member of the City Council may pull an item from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Prior to Council action, a member of the public may address the City Council on matters scheduled on the Consent Calendar. A three-minute time limit per person applies. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Items 5 through 6 on the Consent Calendar by affirmative roll call vote. (ACT)

5. Approve the Warrants Register through March 10, 2026

6. Approve the Minutes of February 24, 2026

END OF COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR

REGULAR COUNCIL ITEMS

7. Adopt Resolution 2026-7 Authorizing an Application for and Receipt of Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program Funds not to exceed $520,000 (ACT)

8. Accept proposal from Pacific Clinics to provide Homeless Services to Support Housing Access and Stability for a not-to-exceed contract amount of $50,000, and authorize staff to execute a Professional Services Agreement and Notice of Award for the work. (ACT)

9. Adopt Resolution 2026-6 approving the Measure I Continuation Expenditure Plan. (ACT)

10. Adopt Resolution 2026-8 Approving participation in the Joint Powers Authority (JPA) for the establishment of the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT). (ACT)

11. Authorize those interested to attend the League of California Cities 2026 Annual Conference and Expo scheduled for September 23-25 at the Anaheim Convention Center and designate a voting delegate and alternate (s). (ACT)

12. Authorize those interested to attend the ICSC Western Event at the San Diego Convention Center on September 14-16, 2026. (ACT)

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

CITY CLERK REPORT

CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager's Report for the weeks of February 20, and 27, 2026

COUNCIL REQUESTS
Council Member Ford
Council Member McCorkle
Vice Mayor Campbell
Council Member Pogue
Council Member Belt
Council Member Longbrake
Mayor Jernigan

ADJOURNMENT

INTERNET ACCESS TO CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS AND STAFF REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT: http://www.cityofneedles.com
Posted: March 6, 2026
SB 343-DOCUMENTS RELATED TO OPEN SESSION AGENDAS -- Any public record, relating to an open session agenda item, that is distributed within 72 hours prior to the meeting is available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office, 817 Third Street, Needles, CA 92363.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 326-2113 ext 133. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-104 ADA Title II).

I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing Agenda was posted at the front entrance of City Hall not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Dated this 6th day of March, 2026
/s/        Candace Clark, CPMC, CMC, City Clerk
City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Title: Authorize Reliable Pump to Repair one Hydromatic 40 HP Pump, not to exceed $20,383.39 Utilizing the Wastewater Asset Replacement Fund Background: The Wastewater Plant experienced a motive pump failure in the wet well influent pump in December 2025.

The motive pump was sent to Reliable Pump Inc. for further investigation. They completed their investigation and found the seal had failed due to pitting on the motor shaft. The shaft is pitted so badly that the rotor needs to be replaced. The motor checked out in good condition, but the rewind that they did on the last pump they rebuilt has yielded much lower operating amps.

Staff is recommending rebuilding the motor and including the cost of the motor rewind.

This option is the most cost-effective solution. The repair is expected to reduce pump operating amperage by approximately 10–15 amps, which will reduce electrical costs at the treatment plant.

The Board of Public Utilities approved the recommended action on March 3, 2026.

Fiscal Impact: The Wastewater Asset Replacement Fund has a balance of $239,922 as of February 2026.

Environmental Impact: None
Recommended Action: Authorize Reliable Pump to Repair one Hydromatic 40 HP Pump, not to exceed $20,383.39 Utilizing the Wastewater Asset Replacement Fund Submitted By: Rainie Torrance, Utility Manager
City Manager Approval: Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): Date: 3/4/2026 3/5/2026
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City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA Regular Special
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Title: Accept the work completed by Phillips Excavating, Inc. for the Well 11 to Well 15 Intertie Project
Background: On October 22, 2024, City Council accepted a proposal from Phillips Excavating, Inc., for construction of the Well 11 to Well 15 Intertie Project in the amount of $435,065, plus a 10% contingency for a total project cost of $478,506.50.

Change Order No. 1 for additional fencing and valves was approved on March 25, 2025, which increased the contract with Phillips by $143,200, bringing the total contract amount to $578,265. The 10% contingency of $43,441.50 approved on October 22, 2024, was applied to the $143,200 change order, resulting in an increase of $99,758.50.

The original contract and change order work were approved by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and are reimbursable through grant funding.

All work was completed in October 2025, with final documents processed by January 2026. Therefore, staff recommends acceptance of the Well 11 to Well 15 Intertie Project.

Fiscal Impact: N/A
Recommended Action: Accept the work completed by Phillips Excavating, Inc. for the Well 11 to Well 15 Intertie Project and authorize a Notice of Completion to record with the San Bernardino County Recorder’s Office.

Submitted By: Kathy Raasch, Director of Development Services/Capital Projects City Manager Approval: Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): Date:
3/5/2026
Agenda Item 4.

RECORDING REQUESTED BY:

City of Needles
817 Third Street
Needles, CA 92363
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:

City of Needles
817 Third Street
Needles, CA 92363
No fee per Govt. Code § 27383 ~ SPACE ABOVE FOR RECORDER’S USE ONLY ~

NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:

The undersigned is OWNER or AGENT OF THE OWNER of the interest or estate stated below in the property hereinafter described.

The full NAME of the OWNER is CITY OF NEEDLES
The ADDRESS of the OWNER is 817 THIRD STREET, NEEDLES, CA 92363 The NATURE OF THE INTEREST or estate of the undersigned is In FEE Street Address / APN (if applicable)
The full name(s) and address(es) of all persons, if any, who hold such interest or estate with the undersigned as joint tenants or as tenants in common are:

Contractor’s Name Contractor’s Address:

I, am the
(Name of below signor) (Owner, President, Authorized Agent, Partner, etc.) the declarant of the foregoing Notice of Completion. I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

Notice of Completion 03-17-2023
The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of Needles, County of San Bernardino, State of California, and was approved by the Needles City Council by minute action at the meeting and is DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

Improvement on the property hereinafter described and COMPLETED on Improvements described as
Date: Signature:

Patrick J. Martinez, City Manager, City of Needles
Patrick J. Martinez City Manager
03/11/2026
WELL 11 TO WELL15 INTERTIE PROJECT
11/25/2025
PHILLIPS EXCAVATING, INC 805 E. BROADWAY AVE, NEEDLES, CA 92363 City Owned Property 0185-058-14, 0660-301-19, PUE 0660-301-13 to 1300 River Road, Needles CA
03/10/2026
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City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Title: WARRANTS
Background: N/A
Fiscal Impact: See attached Warrant Registers
Environmental Impact: N/A
Recommendation: Approve the Warrant Registers through February 24, 2026 *Does not include most current check payroll run
Submitted By: Mark C. DeMay, CGFM, Director of Finance
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MINUTES

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL

NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES

CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERES, 1111 BAILEY AVE, NEEDLES
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026 - COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – NONE - CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Jernigan called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Council Member Larry Ford
Council Member McCorkle
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Mayor Janet Jernigan
Council Member JoAnne Pogue
Council Member Tona Belt
Council Member Henry Longbrake
ABSENT
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - led by Mayor Jernigan
INVOCATION - given by Vice Mayor Campbell

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Council Member McCorkle made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pogue, to approve the agenda.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Member Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None
CONFLICT OF INTEREST – None
CORRESPONDENCE – None
INTRODUCTIONS - Mayor Jernigan acknowledged former Council Members Tim Terral, and Don McCone in attendance.

CITY ATTORNEY – Parliamentary Procedures given by Deputy City Attorney Lena Wade.

PUBLIC APPEARANCE
Natalie Lessar (?) complimented the City of Needles’ Public Works Department and the City’s overall partnership with Mojave Desert Mountain Recycling and Republic Services.

PUBLIC HEARING

1. Adopt Resolution 2026-1 of the City Council of the City of Needles Approving a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to City Council Resolution 2017-114 for a Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility Located at 204 Bazoobuth Street (APN 0186-154-13), Including Modification of Perimeter Wall Materials and Relocation of Parking and Trash Enclosure to Adjacent Parcels (APNS 0186-154-05 And 0186-154-01).

City Manager Martinez reported that this item is being pulled and will be re-noticed when the project documentation is complete.

COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
Vice Mayor Campbell made a motion, seconded by Council Member McCorkle, to approve items 2-5 on the Consent Calendar.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Campbell, Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

2. Approved the Warrants Register through February 24, 2026

3. Approved the Minutes of February 10, 2026
Agenda Item 6.

4. Accepted and Filed the Treasurer's Report for the month of January, 2026

5. Waived full reading and Adopted Ordinance 679-AC Amending Chapter 12, Entitled Short-Term Residential Rentals, in the Needles Municipal Code. Second Read Adopt.

END OF COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR

REGULAR COUNCIL ITEMS

6. Pavement Management Program Update – Progress Report given by City Manager Martinez

7. Approve the purchase of custom signs from AWP Safety in the amount of $25,000 to be funded from General Fund reserves, for implementation of the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Designated Routes Signage Plan
City Manager Martinez gave staff report.

Council had minimal questions.

Mayor Jernigan opened Public Comment at 6:21 pm
Public Comment
Don McCone thanked City Staff and Council for getting this implemented, stating it will be a useful tool for tourism.

Mayor Jernigan closed Public Comment at 6:22 pm
Vice Mayor Campbell made a motion, second by Council Member McCorkle, to Approve the purchase of custom signs from AWP Safety in the amount of $25,000 to be funded from General Fund reserves, for implementation of the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Designated Routes Signage Plan Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Campbell, Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

8. Approve Amendment #2 to the Visitor Center Agreement with the Needles Area Chamber of Commerce to establish operating hours of 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Thursday through Monday City Manager Martinez gave staff report.

Council asked questions and minimal discussion ensued.

Deputy City Attorney Lena Wade offered clarification.

Mayor Jernigan opened Public Comment at 6:25 pm
Public Comment - None
Mayor Jernigan closed Public Comment at 6:25 pm
Council Member Belt made a motion, second by Council Member Ford, to Approve Amendment #2 to the Visitor Center Agreement with the Needles Area Chamber of Commerce to establish operating hours of 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Thursday through Monday.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Campbell, Pogue, Belt Noes: Council Member Longbrake

Absent: None
Abstain: None

9. Approve the letter of support for AB 1708 (Solache) – HHAP Pathways for Cities Act and authorize the Mayor to sign and transmit the letter.

City Manager Martinez gave staff report.

Council had no questions
Mayor Jernigan opened Public Comment at 6:27 pm
Public Comment - None
Mayor Jernigan closed Public Comment at 6:27 pm
Council Member Pogue made a motion, second by Vice Mayor Campbell, to Approve the letter of support for AB 1708 (Solache) – HHAP Pathways for Cities Act and authorize the Mayor to sign and transmit the letter.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Campbell, Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None
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10. League of California Cities Desert Mountain Division and Policy Committee Travel Authorization City Manager Martinez gave staff report.

Council had minimal questions.

Mayor Jernigan opened Public Comment at 6:32 pm
Public Comment - None
Mayor Jernigan closed Public Comment at 6:32 pm
Council Member Belt made a motion, second by Council Member McCorkle, to authorize both Mayor Jernigan and Vice Mayor Campbell to attend, and be reimbursed for travel, the League of California Cities Desert Mountain Division Committee meetings; and authorize Mayor Jernigan to attend, and be reimbursed for travel, the League of California Cities Transportation, Communications, and Public Works Policy Committee meetings.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Campbell, Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT – given by Deputy City Attorney Lena Wade CITY CLERK REPORT – given by City Clerk Candace Clark
CITY MANAGER REPORT – given by City Manager Patrick Martinez

COUNCIL REQUESTS
Council Member Ford
• No requests
Council Member McCorkle
• Stay on top of weeds around town
• Reported on her recent appointment to TRACES (Tristate Athletic Committee)-looking for sponsors Vice Mayor Campbell
• Reported on the success of the Info Fair and Car Show – Thanked Mayor • Offered condolences to the Hetrick family for their10 year old son’s E-bike accident Council Member Pogue
• Reported on Facebook posts by the Animal Shelter asking for donations and requested staff ensure the budget for the Animal Shelter is sufficient
Council Member Belt
• Jack Smith Park – recommend staff use city equipment to clean the beaches Council Member Longbrake
• Sorry he missed the car show
• Thanked Rec Center for being open to the public
• Asked about the status of bathrooms at the Animal Shelter • Requested staff get signs at the edge of town letting tourists know what there is to do in Needles • Duke Watkins Park funded by County – he hadn’t heard that before • More Transparency with Council
Mayor Jernigan
• Thanked everyone for their support at the Info Fair and Car Show • Reported on March 7 Amboy Café event she will be attending • Reported on upcoming events: Art in the Park, Craft Fair, Car Show, Rodeo ADJOURNMENT – Mayor Jernigan adjourned the meeting at 7:00 PM ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Mayor Janet Jernigan City Clerk Candace Clark
Agenda Item 6.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Title: Resolution 2026-7 Authorizing the Submission of an Application for and Receipt of Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program Funds Not to Exceed $520,000

Background: The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced the release of this Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for approximately $8 million under the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP or Program). This estimate is based on funds collected during Quarter 1 of calendar year 2025, projected throughout the remainder of the calendar year, and is subject to change. Final proceeds generally will be available in Spring 2026 in advance of Award announcements.

The City of Needles was the first rural city in California to receive the State’s Prohousing Designation. As a result, the City is eligible under the Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program to submit a grant application that will help improve the City’s Prohousing Designation score. Under the Program, grants are available for a variety of planning or implementation activities related to housing and community development.

The City’s grant request is $200,000 for rehabilitation and conversion of units such as motels and similar structures, $300,000 for the construction of 40–50 affordable housing units, and $20,000 for staff and legal expenses, for a total grant request of $520,000.

Fiscal Impact: The City of Needles is eligible to submit a grant application for up to a maximum amount of $520,000, and this funding opportunity does not require a local match.

Environmental Impact: The adoption of this resolution authorizes submission of a grant application and does not constitute approval of a development project. Environmental review will occur as required under CEQA if and when specific projects are proposed.

Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution 2026-7 Authorizing the Submission of an Application for and Receipt of Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program Funds Not to Exceed $520,000 Submitted By: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
Rainie Torrance, Utility Manager
City Manager Approval: Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): Date: 3/4/2026 3/5/2026
Agenda Item 7.

RESOLUTION 2026-7

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR, AND RECEIPT OF, PROHOUSING INCENTIVE PILOT PROGRAM FUNDS WHEREAS, pursuant to Health and Safety Code 50470 et. Seq, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (Department) is authorized to issue Guidelines as part of an incentive program (hereinafter referred to by the Department as the Prohousing Incentive Program or “PIP”); and WHEREAS the City Council of the City of Needles desires to submit a PIP grant application package (“Application”), on the forms provided by the Department, for approval of grant funding for eligible activities toward planning and implementation activities related to housing and community development as a result of meeting eligibility criteria, including but not limited to Prohousing Designation; and WHEREAS, the Department has issued Guidelines and Application on September 30, 2025 in the amount of $8M for PIP; Now, therefore, the City of Needles of the City of Needles (“Applicant”) resolves as follows:

SECTION 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to submit an Application to the Department in response to the NOFA, and to apply for the PIP grant funds in a total amount not to exceed $520,000; SECTION 2. In connection with the PIP grant, if the Application is approved by the Department, the City Manager of the City of Needles is authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver on behalf of the Applicant, a State of California Agreement (Standard Agreement) for the amount of $520,000, and any and all other documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to evidence and secure the PIP grant, the Applicant’s obligations related thereto, and all amendments thereto; and
SECTION 3. The Applicant shall be subject to the terms and conditions as specified in the Guidelines and the Standard Agreement provided by the Department after approval. The Application and any and all accompanying documents are incorporated in full as part of the Standard Agreement. Any and all activities funded, information provided, and timelines represented in the Application will be enforceable through the fully executed Standard Agreement. Pursuant to the Guidelines and in conjunction with the terms of the Standard Agreement, the Applicant hereby agrees to use the funds for eligible uses and allowable expenditures in the manner presented and specifically identified in the approved Application.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the CITY OF NEEDLES, California, on this 10th day of March, 2026, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Janet Jernigan, Mayor
ATTEST:

Candace Clark, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lena Wade, Deputy City Attorney
Agenda Item 7.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Title: Accept Proposal from Pacific Clinics to Provide Homeless Services to Support Housing Access and Stability and granting authority to the City Manager to execute the agreement.

Background: The City of Needles issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to obtain qualified service providers to deliver homeless services that support housing access and stability within the community. The purpose of the program is to provide outreach, case management, housing navigation, and short-term stabilization services for individuals experiencing homelessness in the City of Needles.

The RFP was publicly distributed to qualified organizations with experience providing homeless services and housing stabilization programs. A total of two (2) proposals were received.

Proposals were submitted by:
• Pacific Clinics - Total Program Budget $50,000
• Saint Vincent de Paul - Total Program Budget $50,000
Pacific Clinics is a nonprofit behavioral health and social services provider operating programs throughout California and the Inland Empire. After review of the proposals, Pacific Clinics was determined to be the most qualified organization to implement the City's homeless services program based on their experience, program structure, and ability to coordinate services with regional partners. Their proposal includes outreach services, housing navigation, case management, transportation assistance, short-term motel placements when necessary, and participation in regional coordinated entry and HMIS reporting systems.

Fiscal Impact: The City received $50,000 in grant funding for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The funds will be used for personnel, operational costs, and consumable supplies necessary to provide outreach and shelter services, as outlined in the County agreement. The grant is fully funded by the County and there is no impact to the City's General Fund.

Environmental Impact: This action consists of the approval of a professional services agreement and administrative activities and is therefore not considered a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5).

Recommendation: Accept proposal from Pacific Clinics to provide Homeless Services to Support Housing Access and Stability for a not-to-exceed contract amount of $50,000, and authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement and Notice of Award for the work.

Submitted By: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
Angelica Deermer, Housing Manager
City Manager Approval: Date: 3/4/2026
Other Department Approval (when required): Date: 03/04/2026 Agenda Item 8.

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CITY OF NEEDLES

INVITATION FOR SEALED BIDS
TO
Provide Homeless Services to Support Housing Access and Stability

CITY OF NEEDLES
817 Third Street
Needles, CA 92363
(760) 326-2115 ext. 173
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the CITY OF NEEDLES (herein called the “City”) invites and will receive sealed bids up to the hour of 3:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST) on Thursday, February 5, 2026 from qualified consulting firms, experienced in homeless outreach, case management, and shelter coordination. At said time, sealed Bid Proposal (herein called the “Bid”) will be publicly opened and read aloud by the office of the City Clerk at:

CITY OF NEEDLES
817 Third Street
Needles, CA 92363
Questions regarding the Bid Documents are to be directed to Angelica Deermer, Housing Manager, by email at [email protected].

Bids shall be submitted only on forms provided in the Bid Packet. Bids shall be in the hands of the City Clerk of the City, 817 Third Street, Needles, California, 92363 on or before the hour of 3:30 p.m. PST on Thursday, February 5, 2026. No late Bids will be accepted and will be returned unopened. No oral, telegraphic, electronic, facsimile, or telephone bid submittals or modifications will be considered. Bids received after the bid submittal deadline will be rejected and returned to the Bidder unopened.

The Bid Proposal forms can be obtained from the City of Needles’ website at www.cityofneedles.com.

The City reserves the right to reject any and/or all Bids received.

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Information for Bidders
Bids will be received by the City of Needles Office of the City Clerk, at City of Needles, 817 Third Street, Needles, CA 92363, until 3:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST), on Thursday, February 5, 2026 then publicly opened and read aloud. Each Bid must contain one complete original set of Bid Proposal Forms. The Bid Proposal forms include “Bid Form”. The Addendum, if issued, will be posted on the City’s website at www.cityofneedles.com. Bidder must acknowledge Addendum, if issued, by submitting signed Addendum with the Bid Proposal Forms. The completed Bid must be submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to the City at 817 Third Street, Needles, CA 92363. Each sealed envelope containing a Bid must be plainly marked on the outside as “Provide Homeless Services to Support Housing Access and Stability; Attention City Clerk”, and the envelope shall also bear on the outside, the name of the Bidder, and Bidder’s address. If forwarded by mail, the sealed envelope containing the Bid Proposal forms must be enclosed in another envelope addressed to the City Clerk at 817 Third Street, Needles, CA 92363, and both envelopes clearly state “Provide Homeless Services to Support Housing Access and Stability; Attention City Clerk”.

Total Bid Price must be filled in, in ink or typewritten, and the Bid Form must be fully completed and executed when submitted, unless otherwise indicated. The Bid Form shall be signed by a person or persons legally authorized to bind Bidder to the Contract. The individuals signing each document shall warrant that they are authorized to bind the Bidder. Mistakes must be corrected and the correction inserted; correction must be initialed in ink by person signing the Bid Form. Each Bidder is responsible for the review of the Bid documents.

The City may waive any informalities or minor defects or reject any and all Bids. Any Bid may be withdrawn prior to the above scheduled time for the opening of Bid or authorized postponement thereof. Any Bid received after the time and date specified shall not be considered. All Bids shall remain firm for at least ninety (90) calendar days after the date and time of the bid opening unless otherwise specified. Should there be reasons why the Bid cannot be awarded within the specified period; the time may be extended by mutual agreement between the City and the Bidder.

Award of Bid will be to the lowest responsible Bidder as determined by the City. A conditional or qualified Bid will not be accepted. The failure and omission of any Bidder to do any of the foregoing shall not relieve any Bidder from any obligation with respect to the Bid. The City will not be responsible for, nor be bound by, any oral instructions, interpretations, or explanations issued by the City or its representatives. Any request for clarifications or questions of the bid documents shall be emailed to:

Angelica Deermer, Housing Manager
[email protected]
Requests for clarification or questions shall be delivered to the City by 3:30 p.m. PST on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Any City response to a request for clarification, questions and answers will be posted to the City’s website at www.cityofneedles.com not later than 3:30 p.m. PST, Monday, February 2, 2026 and if necessary become a part of the Bid as an Addendum. The proposed timeline of events associated with the awarding of Bid Proposal:

Release of Advertisement for Bids Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Deadline to submit questions/clarifications 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Addendum/Questions/Clarifications Posted 3:30 p.m. Monday, February 2, 2026 Bid Opening 3:30 p.m. Thursday, February 5, 2026
Interviews of Bidders February 6, 2026
City Council Awards Bid (date subject to change) 6:00 p.m. February 10, 2026 Agenda Item 8.

INTRODUCTION
The City of Needles (“City”) is soliciting proposals from qualified nonprofit and faith-based organizations to provide comprehensive homeless services, including street outreach, case management, emergency shelter coordination, and related stabilization support. These services are funded through a $50,000 Homeless Services Program grant awarded by the San Bernardino County Community Development & Housing Department (CDH). All selected providers must comply with applicable City, County, State, and Federal requirements and adhere to all grant reporting and performance standards.

BACKGROUND
The City of Needles, like many rural communities across San Bernardino County, continues to navigate increasing challenges related to homelessness, limited access to supportive services, and significant geographic barriers that make it difficult for residents to obtain essential care. As a small and remote community, the City has limited local service capacity and relies on coordinated partnerships to meet the immediate needs of individuals experiencing homelessness while supporting long-term pathways to housing stability.

In 2025, CDH awarded the City a $50,000 Homeless Services Program grant to expand outreach efforts, emergency shelter access, and case management support within the community. These funds enable the City to contract with a qualified nonprofit or faith-based provider capable of delivering hands-on engagement, crisis intervention, and resource navigation tailored to the unique needs of Needles residents.

Under the terms of the grant, the selected provider must conduct weekly street outreach, facilitate access to interim or emergency shelter, and deliver ongoing case management to support housing stabilization. Providers must also participate in the regional Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and Coordinated Entry System (CES) to ensure accurate data collection, referrals, and prioritization consistent with County and Federal requirements.

This Request for Proposals (RFP) initiates the formal selection process for a service provider capable of delivering these essential services while meeting all reporting, performance, and compliance obligations established by both CDH and the City.

TIME OF PERFORMANCE
The Homeless Services Program funded through the County of San Bernardino Community Development and Housing Department shall operate upon execution of the agreement through August 31, 2026. Proposers must structure their work plan, staffing, outreach schedule, and budget to align with this contract period.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The selected provider shall deliver a comprehensive homeless services program designed to meet the requirements of the City of Needles and the San Bernardino County Community Development & Housing Department (CDH). The overarching goal of this program is to support individuals in achieving long-term stability and permanent housing. While temporary or interim housing may be used as a bridge, services must prioritize pathways that help clients progress beyond short-term shelter and toward sustainable housing solutions.

At minimum, the scope of work shall include the following:

1. Weekly Street Outreach
• Conduct consistent, scheduled outreach throughout the City of Needles to identify and engage individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
• Provide on-site engagement, basic-needs support, and connection to immediate resources. • Maintain ongoing engagement to support client participation in services that move them toward housing stability.

2. Emergency Shelter Placement and Coordination
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• Assist clients in accessing limited, short-term interim or emergency shelter solutions—such as hotel/motel placements—only when necessary to support progress toward permanent housing. • Because the City of Needles does not operate local shelters, shelter placements must be used sparingly and strategically, and only as a temporary bridge to connect clients with long-term housing resources. • Coordinate with regional shelter providers, transportation resources, and the County’s Coordinated Entry System (CES) to ensure clients are linked to appropriate housing pathways within the City. • Ensure all shelter placement documentation and eligibility requirements are completed accurately, with the clear understanding that emergency or interim shelter is a temporary intervention—not the primary or ongoing focus of this program.
• All activities must align with transitioning clients beyond temporary shelter toward sustainable, permanent housing solutions.

3. Case Management and Service Navigation
• Conduct individualized housing and service assessments focused on achieving permanent housing and longterm stability. • Assist clients in obtaining or restoring legal identification and vital documents to remove barriers to housing, benefits, and employment.
• Connect clients to healthcare, behavioral health, income supports, employment services, and other resources as needed, while maintaining regular contact to support progress.

4. Transportation Assistance
• Provide or coordinate transportation for clients to access shelter, medical care, behavioral health services, social services, and other required appointments.
• Maintain accurate logs for all transportation provided.

5. HMIS Data Entry and CES Participation
• Enter all client information, service encounters, and housing outcomes into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) in accordance with HUD and County requirements. • Utilize the Coordinated Entry System (CES) to complete assessments, make referrals, and ensure clients are prioritized for permanent housing opportunities consistent with regional policies.

6. Monthly Reporting Requirements
• Submit HMIS-generated reports to the City by the first business day of each month, documenting service activity, participant engagement, and progress toward housing outcomes. • Submit monthly financial documentation, including invoices, receipts, and supporting materials tied to eligible expenditures, by the first business day of each month.
• Provide additional performance data or clarifications upon request.

7. Budget Breakdown
• Proposers must submit a detailed budget showing how the $50,000 allocation will be used. At minimum, the budget should identify:
• Personnel costs for outreach, case management, and program administration. • Program operating costs such as supplies, basic-needs items, and transportation support. • Limited short-term hotel/motel assistance when necessary to support progress toward permanent housing. • Administrative and indirect costs allowable under the grant. • All line items must clearly support program activities and comply with reimbursement requirements.

8. Payment and Reimbursement Requirements
• Payments will be issued on a reimbursement basis upon completion of services, and all requests for payment must include required supporting documentation, which will be reviewed for eligibility prior to reimbursement.

Reimbursement follows the City’s net-30 policy.
• The City may request supplemental documentation or corrections before releasing funds.

8. Insurance Requirements
• The selected provider must maintain insurance coverage that meets the minimum requirements of the City of Needles. Proof of the ability to obtain this insurance must be submitted with the Bid Proposal.

Final certificates and endorsements will be required prior to contract execution. Minimum insurance requirements include:
o Commercial General Liability Insurance:

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 Minimum limits: $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate o Automobile Liability Insurance:
 Minimum limits: $1,000,000 combined single limit
 Coverage must include vehicles used to transport clients, supplies, or staff for program activities. o Workers’ Compensation Insurance
 Statutory limits as required by the State of California  Employers Liability: $1,000,000
o Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions)
 Minimum limits: $1,000,000 per claim (recommended for social-service programs) o Additional Insured Endorsement
 The City of Needles must be named as Additional Insured on all applicable policies. o Certificate Holder
 City of Needles 817 Third Street Needles, CA 92363
• Failure to demonstrate the ability to meet these insurance requirements may result in rejection of the bid.

EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS
A team of City employees and consultants shall evaluate proposals. Points will be assigned based upon the proposer’s effectiveness in supporting each item being rated.

Evaluation Criteria
• Depth of project team’s experience and its relevance to the project described in this Request for Proposal. (10 pts)
• Proposer’s understanding of project requirements. (10 pts) • Proposed methodology and management plan for the project. (50 pts) • Proposed timeline for completion of services. (5 pts) • Proposer’s ability to communicate technical information in a clear and simple manner. (5 pts) • Total cost to the City. (20 pts)
The City may evaluate proposals solely on the basis of each proposer’s written submittal, or it may require those firms it deems to have submitted the best proposals to meet with or make a presentation to the evaluation team at a City site.

SELECTION PROCESS
The City Manager will recommend to the City Council the proposer who achieved the most points during the evaluation of proposals by the evaluation team. The City Council’s acceptance of the proposal will be evidenced by written Notice of Award.

CONTRACT AND OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS
Within ten (10) calendar days of the date of issuance by the Authorized City Representative of the Notice of Award, the successful proposer shall submit the following documents to the Authorized City Representative. • A proposed Consultant Services Agreement executed in duplicate by the successful proposer. (A sample agreement is attached to this Request for Proposals and its terms and conditions are incorporated by reference.)
• Evidence of the required insurance coverage.
• A Needles Business License or fee and application if the selected respondent does not already have one.

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• A complete Internal Revenue Form V119.

Failure of the successful proposer to make a timely submission to the Authorized City Representative may result in a rescission of acceptance of the proposal by the City and an award of the contact to another respondent.

DISCLAIMERS
This Request for Proposal does not commit the City to award a contract or to pay any costs associated with responding to this RFP.

The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals received, to negotiate with qualifies proposers or to cancel the Request.

The City may require proposer to submit additional data or information the City deems necessary to substantiate the costs presented by the proposer. The City’ may also require proposer to revise one or more elements of its proposal in accordance with contract negotiations.

The City reserves the right to evaluate proposals for a period of sixty (60) days before deciding which proposal, if any, to accept.

The City will request a City Professional Services Agreement to be executed to the awarded vendor.

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Specifications– Continued
Comments:

Bidder shall fully describe every variance, exception, and /or deviation. If none, please enter “NONE”

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Bid Form
TO: CITY

CITY OF NEEDLES
817 Third Street
Needles, CA 92363
DATE:

In compliance with the Invitation for Sealed Bids to Provide Homeless Services to Support Housing Access and Stability undersigned, as Bidder, hereby offers to complete the requested services to the City, in accordance with the terms, conditions, requirements and specifications set forth in the Bid documents for the price quoted on this Bid Form to complete the requested services.

CONSULTING FIRM:

PRIMARY CONTACT:

ADDRESS:

PHONE NUMBER:

TOTAL BID – HOMELESS SERVICES PROGRAM $ ________________________________________________

PROGRAM BUDGET BREAKDOWN
A. Budget Items Projected Expenses
Personnel Costs (Outreach, Case Management, Admin) $____________________ Program Operating Costs (Supplies, Basic Needs, Transportation) $____________________ Short-Term Hotel/Motel Assistance $____________________ Administrative / Indirect Costs $____________________
TOTAL BUDGET (Not to exceed $50,000) $____________________ The undersigned certifies under penalty of perjury that the quotation on this Bid Form constitutes a bona-fide offer to sell, that he/she is an authorized representative of the company listed, that the quotation is in no way sham or collusive, and that issuance of a Purchase Order by City constitutes acceptance of bidder’s offer on the terms and conditions stated in the Bid documents, and forms a contract. Bidder will not withdraw its Bid for at least ninety (90) calendar days from the date and time of the bid opening.

INSURANCE CERTIFICATION
The Bidder certifies that documentation demonstrating the ability to meet the City of Needles’ insurance requirements is attached to this Bid Proposal. ☐ Attached
BIDDER’S COMPANY PRINT NAME – AUTHORIZED

ADDRESS AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

TELEPHONE NUMBER
ARE YOU CLAIMING A LOCAL BUSINESS PREFERENCE? ________ YES ________ NO If yes submit written proof of the address of your principle place of business and a copy of your current City business license.

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City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA Regular Special
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Title: Resolution 2026-6 of the City Council of the City of Needles, Approving the Expenditure Plan for the Continuation of Measure I
Background: Measure I is the voter-approved one-half cent sales tax that funds transportation improvements throughout San Bernardino County. Originally approved by voters in 1989 and renewed in 2004, Measure I currently funds local streets and roads, highways, transit services, and other transportation improvements through April 1, 2040.

The San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) is proposing to place a continuation of Measure I on the November 3, 2026, ballot. If approved by voters, the continuation of the existing tax would generate an estimated $7.5 billion over the first 30 years for transportation projects throughout San Bernardino County.

Measure I has supported numerous transportation improvements across the region, including freeway interchanges, bridge replacements, roadway rehabilitation projects, and transit services.

Locally, Measure I has supported projects such as:
• Citywide Pavement Management Plan
Improvements
• River Road / River Street Rehabilitation
• Street Improvements on J Street and
Broadway Avenue
• Citywide Sidewalk and ADA Improvements
• Needles Area Transit services
These projects have improved roadway conditions, accessibility, and mobility for residents and visitors within the City of Needles.

The proposed continuation of Measure I maintains key program principles including independent taxpayer oversight, financial and compliance audits, limits on administrative costs, and a "return-to­source" funding model that keeps transportation revenues within the communities where they are generated.

State law requires that the Measure I continuation Expenditure Plan be approved by the County Board of Supervisors and a majority of the cities representing a majority of the population residing within incorporated areas of San Bernardino County. Adoption of the attached resolution indicates the City of Needles' support for the proposed Measure I Continuation Expenditure Plan.

Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of this Resolution. If approved by voters in November 2026, the continuation of Measure I would provide a long-term funding source for transportation improvements within the City of Needles and throughout San Bernardino County.

Environmental Impact: This action is administrative in nature and is not considered a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5).

Recommendation: Adopt Resolution 2026-6 Approving the Expenditure Plan for the Continuation of Measure I
Submitted By: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-6

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE

EXPENDITURE PLAN FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF REVENUES IN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY

EXPECTED TO BE DERIVED FROM THE PROPOSED CONTINUATION OF MEASURE I WHEREAS, the voters of San Bernardino County passed Measure I in November 1989 and renewed it in 2004, authorizing San Bernardino Associated Governments, acting as the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority, to impose a one-half of one percent transactions and use tax for transportation improvements, applicable in the incorporated and unincorporated territory of the County of San Bernardino, through April 1, 2040, and WHEREAS, Measure I has provided funding for numerous transportation projects, including freeways, local roads, major streets, interchanges, the Metrolink commuter train system, public buses, traffic signals, and more; and WHEREAS, the imposition of the one-half of one percent transactions and use tax is set to expire in 2040, and WHEREAS, San Bernardino County Transportation Authority, after engagement with private sector stakeholders and city and County representatives, has prepared an Expenditure Plan for the revenues expected to be derived from the proposed continuation of Measure I, which is anticipated to be placed on the November 3, 2026, ballot, and WHEREAS, the proposed Expenditure Plan for the continuation of Measure I is attached hereto as Exhibit 1, and WHEREAS, if approved by the voters, the continuation of Measure I would authorize the collection of a one-half of one percent sales tax and generate an estimated $7.5 billion in its first 30 years for local transportation projects, and WHEREAS, if approved by the voters, the continuation of Measure I would not institute a new tax, but continue the existing one-half of one percent sales tax for transportation after April 1, 2040, and WHEREAS, revenues raised from the continuation of Measure I would remain in San Bernardino County and could not be allocated by the state or federal government, and WHEREAS, Measure I would provide a long-term funding source to help fight traffic congestion; improve local streets, major roads and highways; and enhance San Bernardino County’s economy by providing constructionrelated jobs, manufacturing jobs, and an effective transportation system to meet the needs of residents and the business community, and
WHEREAS, Public Utilities Code section 180206 requires that the Measure I Continuation Expenditure Plan be approved by the County Board of Supervisors and a majority of the cities representing a majority of the population residing in incorporated areas,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Needles, State of California, hereby approves the Measure I Continuation Expenditure Plan developed by the Board of Directors of the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (Exhibit 1).

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Needles, California, held on March 10, 2026.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Janet Jernigan, Mayor
ATTEST:

Candace Clark, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lena Wade, Deputy City Attorney
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Exhibit A
Transportation Expenditure Plan
Revenue Estimates and Distribution. Allocation of revenue authorized by Ordinance No. 26-1 is established within this Expenditure Plan. Funds shall be allocated by percentage of the actual revenue received.

An estimate of revenues and allocation among categories for the first 30 years is $7.5 billion. The estimated revenue is based upon 2026 value of money and is not binding or controlling.

Return to Source. After deduction of required CDTFA fees, funds dedicated for the Interregional Mobility Expenditure Plan and authorized administrative costs, revenues generated from each specified Subarea within San Bernardino County will be expended on projects of direct benefit to that Subarea. Revenues will be accounted for separately for each Subarea and then allocated to specified project categories. Decisions on how revenues for certain project categories are expended within the Subareas will be made by the Authority Board of Directors, based upon recommendation of local representatives.

Subarea Identification. The San Bernardino Valley Subarea will include the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Colton, Fontana, Grand Terrace, Highland, Loma Linda, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Rialto, San Bernardino, Upland and Yucaipa and unincorporated areas in the east and west portions of the San Bernardino valley urbanized area. The Mountain/Desert area will include the following subareas: (1) The North Desert Subarea, which includes the City of Barstow and surrounding unincorporated areas; (2) The Colorado River Subarea, which includes the City of Needles and the surrounding unincorporated areas of the East Desert; (3) The Morongo Basin Subarea, which includes the City of Twentynine Palms, Town of Yucca Valley, and surrounding unincorporated areas; (4) The Mountain Subarea, which includes the City of Big Bear Lake and surrounding unincorporated areas of the San Bernardino Mountains; and (5) the Victor Valley Subarea, which includes the Cities of Adelanto, Hesperia, and Victorville; the Town of Apple Valley; and surrounding unincorporated areas including Wrightwood.

Contribution from New Development. No revenue generated from the tax shall be used to replace the fair share contributions required from new development as further described in Section 8 of the Ordinance.

Requirement for Annual Financial and Compliance Audits of Measure Funds. The San Bernardino County Transportation Authority shall undergo a biennial financial audit, and each local jurisdiction receiving an allocation of Measure revenue authorized in this Expenditure Plan shall undergo an annual financial audit, with all audits to be performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and government auditing standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Compliance audits also shall be conducted to ensure that each agency is expending funds in accordance with the provisions and guidelines established for Measure revenue including compliance with Maintenance of Effort provisions The Interregional Mobility Expenditure Plan. Upon initial collection of revenue, 3% of the revenue generated across all San Bernardino County subareas will be reserved in advance of other allocations specified in this plan, in an account for the Interregional Mobility Expenditure Plan. The Interregional Mobility Expenditure Plan will provide resources for the planning and implementation of projects and programs that provide critical infrastructure to communities impacted by regional motorist, tourism, interregional travel, and goods movement. This program will help plan and deliver critical infrastructure improvements, such as enhancements in the Cajon Pass and other key corridors, that address congestion, enhance mobility, improve safety, and strengthen resilience. It will also support evacuation planning, bolster emergency response capabilities, improve primary evacuation routes, and fund transitrelated evacuation needs. In addition, the program will be available to address unexpected infrastructure damage resulting from natural or human-caused disasters, ensuring rapid recovery and the restoration of essential interregional mobility.

San Bernardino Valley Subarea Expenditure Plan. In that area described as the San Bernardino Valley Subarea, and referred to herein as the Valley Subarea, project categories shall be established as specified below. The San Bernardino Valley Subarea Expenditure Plan is illustrated in Figure A.

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A. State and Federal Transportation Funds. A proportional share of projected state and federal transportation funds shall be reserved for use solely within the Valley Subarea.

B. Local Mobility 25%. Local priorities that focus on local roadway, bikeway, and sidewalk construction, repair, and maintenance for improved localized movement. Includes pass through for local priorities such as: local street widening & rehabilitation, potholes, grade separations, sidewalks, bike lanes, streetlights, and quiet zones. Allocations to local jurisdictions shall be on a per capita basis using the most recent State Department of Finance population estimates for January 1, with the County's portion based upon unincorporated population in the Valley Subarea. Estimates of unincorporated population within the Valley Subarea shall be determined by the County Planning Department, reconciled with the State Department of Finance population estimate for January 1 of each year. Upon initial collection of revenue, each local jurisdiction shall reserve 5% of allocated revenue in a special account to be expended on active transportation projects.

Eligible active transportation projects may include, at the discretion of the local jurisdiction, bicycle and pedestrian projects and costs for associated studies or plans. If, after at least ten years of revenue collection, the local jurisdiction’s governing body makes a finding that the reserve for active transportation projects is no longer necessary, and the Authority Board of Directors subsequently approves the finding, then all Local Mobility funds allocated to the local jurisdiction may be used for any eligible purpose.

Local Mobility projects are defined as local street and road construction, repair, and maintenance and other eligible local transportation priorities. Except as set forth herein, Local Mobility funds can be used flexibly for any eligible transportation purpose determined to be a local priority, including local streets, major highways, state highway improvements, transit, and other improvements/programs to maximize use of transportation facilities. Expenditure of Local Mobility funds shall be based upon a Five-Year Plan adopted annually by the governing body of each local jurisdiction after being made available for public review and comment. Local Mobility funds shall be disbursed to local jurisdictions upon receipt of the annually adopted Five-Year Plan.

The locally adopted Five-Year Plan shall be consistent with local, regional, and state transportation plans.

C. Regional Mobility 50%. Regional priorities that focus on goods movement, transit, managed lanes, congestion management, and emerging transportation technologies to enhance regional movement and include: highway improvements, bus and passenger rail (capital and rehabilitation), corridors, interchanges, environmental mitigation, traffic management systems (freeway service patrol and air quality strategies), quiet zones, planning and project development, and emerging transportation technology.

Regional Mobility projects are defined as congestion relief and safety improvements to corridors that connect communities, serve major destinations, and provide freeway access. Decisions on how Regional Mobility funds are expended will be made by the Authority Board of Directors, based upon recommendation of local jurisdiction representatives. Funding priorities shall be given to improving roadway safety, relieving congestion, and street improvements at rail crossings and shall take into account equitable geographic distribution over the life of the program. Eligible projects also include, but are not limited to, signal synchronization, systems to improve traffic flow, commuter assistance programs, freeway service patrol, and projects that contribute to environmental enhancement associated with transportation facilities.

D. Operations 25%. Resourcing the operational costs for providing mobility services via rail, transit senior and specialized services, first/last mile connections, ridesharing, and safety support functions. Decisions on how Operations funds are expended will be made by the Authority Board of Directors, based upon recommendations of local jurisdiction representatives. Funding priorities shall be given to maintaining core services across all modes of mobility.

Mountain/Desert Expenditure Plan. In that area described as the Mountain/Desert area, the following Expenditure Plan requirements shall apply. The Mountain/Desert Subarea Expenditure Plan is illustrated in Figure B.

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A. State and Federal Transportation Funds. A proportional share of projected state and federal transportation funds shall be reserved for use solely within the Mountain/Desert Subareas.

B. Local Mobility 70%. Local priorities that focus on local roadway, bikeway, and sidewalk construction, repair, and maintenance for improved localized movement. Includes pass through for local priorities such as: local street widening & rehabilitation, potholes, grade separations, sidewalks, bike lanes, and streetlights. Allocations to local jurisdictions shall be based upon population (50 percent) and tax generation (50 percent). Population calculations shall be based upon the most current State Department of Finance estimates for January 1 of each year. Estimates of unincorporated population within each Subarea shall be determined by the County Planning Department, reconciled with the State Department of Finance population estimate. Tax generation calculations shall be based upon CDTFA data.

Upon initial collection of revenue, each local jurisdiction shall reserve 5% of allocated revenue in a special account to be expended on active transportation projects. Eligible active transportation projects may include, at the discretion of the local jurisdiction, but are not limited to, bicycle and pedestrian projects and costs for associated studies or plans. If, after at least ten years of revenue collection, the local jurisdiction’s governing body makes a finding that the reserve for active transportation projects is no longer necessary, and the Authority Board of Directors subsequently approves the finding, then all Local Mobility funds allocated to the jurisdiction may be used for any eligible purpose.

Local Mobility projects are defined as local street and road construction, repair, and maintenance and other eligible local transportation priorities. Except as set forth herein, Local Mobility funds can be used flexibly for any eligible transportation purpose determined to be a local priority, including local roads, major streets, state highway improvements, transit, including but not limited to, fare subsidies and service enhancements for seniors and persons with disabilities, and other improvements/programs to maximize use of transportation facilities.

Expenditure of Local Mobility funds shall be based upon a Five-Year Plan adopted annually by the governing body of each local jurisdiction after being made available for public review and comment. Local Mobility funds shall be disbursed to local jurisdictions upon receipt of the annually adopted Five-Year Plan. The locally adopted Five-Year Plans shall be consistent with other local, regional, and state transportation plans.

C. Regional Mobility 20%. Regional priorities that focus on goods movement, transit, managed lanes, congestion management, and emerging transportation technologies to enhance regional movement and include: highway improvements, bus and passenger rail (capital and rehabilitation), corridors, interchanges, environmental mitigation, traffic management systems (freeway service patrol and air quality strategies), planning and project development, and emerging transportation technology. Revenue collected within each Subarea shall be reserved in a special account to be expended on Regional Mobility projects of benefit to the Subarea. Regional Mobility projects are defined as major streets and highways serving as primary routes of travel within the Subarea, which may include State highways and freeways, where appropriate. Regional Mobility Projects funds can be used to leverage state and federal funds for transportation projects and to perform advance planning/project reports.

Expenditure of Regional Mobility funds shall be approved by the Authority Board of Directors, based upon a recommendation of Subarea representatives and the Mountain/Desert Policy Committee. If, after five years of revenue collection and every five years thereafter, the local representatives and the Mountain/Desert Policy Committee make a finding that Regional Mobility funds are not required for improvements of benefit to the Subarea, then revenue in the Regional Mobility category may be returned to local jurisdictions within the Subarea.

Such return shall be allocated and expended based upon the formula and requirements established in the Local Mobility category.

D. Operations 10%. Resourcing the operational costs for providing mobility services via rail, transit, senior and specialized services, first/last mile connections, ridesharing, and safety support functions. Decisions on how Operations funds are expended will be made by the Authority Board of Directors, based upon recommendation of Subarea representatives and the Mountain/Desert Policy Committee and/or Transit Committee. Funding priorities shall be given to maintaining core services across all modes of mobility services.

The Authority Board of Directors, based upon recommendation of Subarea representatives and the Mountain/ Desert Policy Committee, may provide additional funding beyond 10% upon a finding that such increase is required to address unmet transit needs of the Subarea. All increases above the 10% initial revenue collected for the Operations category shall come from the Local Mobility category of the Subarea.

E. Mountain/Desert Policy Committee. The Mountain/Desert Policy Committee of the Authority shall remain in effect and provide oversight of the implementation of the Mountain/Desert Expenditure Plan.

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Measure “I”
Transportation Expenditure Plan

FIGURE A
San Bernardino Valley Subarea Expenditure Plan
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Mountain Desert Expenditure Plan
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Exhibit “B”
Independent Taxpayer Oversight Committee (ITOC)
ITOC Goal and Function. Voter approval of this Measure shall result in the continuation of the existing Independent Taxpayer and Oversight Committee (ITOC) as follows:

The ITOC shall provide citizen review to ensure that all Measure funds are spent by the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (hereby referred to as the Authority) in accordance with provisions of the Expenditure Plan and Ordinance No. 26-1, Measure I and the Measure I Expenditure Plan.

Audit Requirement. A bi-annual fiscal and compliance audit shall be performed in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. The audit shall review the basic financial statements of the Authority as defined by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and the financial and compliance audits of the member jurisdictions.

Role of Financial and Compliance Audit and the ITOC. The ITOC shall review the annual audits of the Authority; report findings based on the audits to the Authority; and recommend any additional audits for consideration that the ITOC believes may improve the financial operation and integrity of program implementation.

The Authority shall hold a publicly noticed meeting, which may or may not be included on the agenda of a regularly scheduled Authority Board of Directors meeting, with the participation of the ITOC to consider the findings and recommendations of the audits.

Membership and Selection Process. The Authority shall have an open process to select five committee members, which shall include solicitation of trade and other organizations to suggest potential nominees to the committee. The committee members shall possess one of the following credentials:
• Professional in the field of municipal audit, finance and/or budgeting with a minimum of five years in a relevant and senior decision-making position in the public or private sector. • Licensed civil engineer or trained transportation planner with at least five years of demonstrated experience in the fields of transportation and/or urban design in government and/or the private sector. No member shall be a recipient or sub-recipient of Measure funding. • Three public members who possess knowledge and skills that will be helpful to the work of the ITOC.

The Chair and the Executive Director of the Authority shall serve as ex-officio members of the ITOC.

Terms and Conditions for Committee. Committee members shall serve staggered four-year terms. In no case shall any voting committee member serve more than twelve years on the ITOC.  Committee members shall serve without compensation, except they shall be reimbursed for authorized travel and other expenses directly related to the work of the ITOC.  Committee members cannot be a current local elected official in the County or a full-time staff member of any city/town, the County government, local transit operator, or state transportation agency.  Non-voting ex-officio committee members shall serve only as long as they remain incumbents in their respective positions and shall be automatically replaced by their successors in those positions.  If vacancies on the ITOC occur, for any reason, Authority staff will collaborate with Authority Board members to find an appropriate replacement, within 90 days of the vacancy or as soon thereafter as possible, to fill the remainder of the term.
 When more than one application is received for a vacancy, the General Policy Committee will make a recommendation to the Authority Board of Directors to appoint an applicant to the ITOC.  When only one application is received, the Board President will recommend to the Board the applicant’s appointment to the ITOC.

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ITOC Operation Protocols.
 The ITOC shall continue as long as Measure revenues are collected.  Authority Board of Directors and staff shall fully cooperate with and provide necessary support to ensure the ITOC successfully carries out its duties and obligations.

Conflict of Interest. ITOC voting members shall have no legal action pending against the Authority and are prohibited from acting in any commercial activity directly or indirectly involving the Authority, such as being a consultant during their tenure on the ITOC. ITOC voting members shall not have direct commercial interest or employment with any public or private entity that receives the transportation tax funds authorized by the voters in this Ordinance.

Exhibit C (Ballot Question)
Measure “I” Local Transportation Improvement Program
San Bernardino County Road Repair/Traffic Relief Extension Without raising tax rates, shall an ordinance to fund repairing potholes; keeping local roads in good condition; completing freeway/highway projects to improve traffic flow/safety, reduce traffic bottlenecks; upgrading aging bridges/overpasses; creating local jobs; keeping student/senior/disabled/veteran transit fares low be adopted, extending the ½¢ voter-approved transportation sales tax, providing approximately $250,000,000 annually until ended by voters, requiring audits, oversight, spending disclosure, local control? Agenda Item 9.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
Title: Resolution 2026-8 Approving participation in the Joint Powers Authority (JPA) for the establishment of the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT).

Background: California faces a significant housing supply and affordability crisis spurred by high land costs, rising construction costs, limited financing options, and other market constraints. These issues and challenges have manifested at the local level with compounding and interrelated impacts on housing supply, homelessness, and regional economic stability. Addressing these issues requires coordinated actions at the local, regional, and statewide levels.

One such regional action is the establishment of the SBRHT, which would raise and leverage funds to support affordable housing production, preservation, rehabilitation, and other housing-related activities across the San Bernardino region.

In response to increasing concern regarding housing challenges in the region the City/County Managers Technical Advisory Committee (CCMTAC) of the San Bernardino Council of Governments (SBCOG) formed an ad hoc subcommittee in 2021 to explore the feasibility of implementing a housing trust fund. At the direction of the Subcommittee SBCOG released the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust White Paper (White Paper) in January 2022, which outlines potential benefits, governance structures, and relevant case studies related to the formation of a housing trust fund.

The White Paper concludes that a regionally structured housing trust fund would benefit the region through shared governance, administrative efficiency, enhanced visibility to potential investors, developers, and the state, and economies of scale that localized efforts may not achieve on their own.

Following the release of the White Paper, SBCOG developed the SBRHT Strategic Plan, which assesses housing needs throughout the San Bernardino region and identifies potential funding sources, financing mechanisms, and programmatic activities that could be supported by the SBRHT. Throughout 2022 and 2023, SBCOG conducted extensive outreach, engaging local decision-making bodies, city and county managers, planning staff, elected officials, developers, and housing administrators.

Based on this research and outreach, it was recommended that a housing trust fund serving the San Bernardino region be structured as a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) comprised of local jurisdictions within the region. On April 5, 2023, the SBCOG Board of Directors authorized staff to begin the process of establishing the SBRHT, including the formation of a new JPA.

Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution 2026-8 Approving participation in the Joint Powers Authority (JPA) for the establishment of the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT).

Submitted By: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
Candace Clark, City Clerk
City Manager Approval: Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): Date:
3/6/2026
Agenda Item 10.

RESOLUTION 2026-8

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING,

AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT RELATING TO

MEMBERSHIP IN THE SAN BERNARDINO REGIONAL HOUSING TRUST WHEREAS, The San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT) will be formed upon the approval of at least three qualified members as a joint powers authority between Member Agencies throughout the San Bernardino Council of Governments region (region); and
WHEREAS, SBRHT was created for the purpose of funding housing that assists persons and families with extremely low-, very low-, low- and moderate-incomes, including individuals and families experiencing homelessness and workforce households within the region; and WHEREAS, the City of Needles is committed to increasing the supply of affordable housing and addressing the housing needs of residents across all income levels.

WHEREAS, the City of Needles determined that there are limited financial resources for affordable housing development and that additional local financing will increase the competitiveness of individual projects for the State and Federal resources; and
WHEREAS, the SBRHT provides an opportunity to raise and pool funds to support the development of affordable and workforce housing including the development of financing, preservation and rehabilitation of such housing.

WHEREAS, the City of Needles find it in their mutual economic interest to address the housing needs of their residents on a regional level; and
WHEREAS, the City of Needles determined that it is in the public interest and for the public benefit that the City of Needles become a member of the SBRHT to further facilitate the development of affordable housing in the City of Needles and throughout the region, including the financing of projects therefore by the SBRHT; and WHEREAS, the City of Needles will be joining other jurisdictions that are members of the SBRHT in efforts to increase State and Federal resources for affordable housing directed to SBRHT; and WHEREAS, the Agreement has been filed with the City of Needles, and the members of the City Council of the City of Needles, with the assistance of its staff, have reviewed said document; and WHEREAS, the SBRHT is authorized to issue grants and loans to developers for the purpose, among others, of financing and refinancing the construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of affordable housing; and WHEREAS, the City anticipates there will be affordable housing projects in need of financing located in the City of Needles.

WHEREAS, the SBRHT shall be legally independent from City of Needles and its debts, liabilities, and obligations shall not constitute those of the City unless expressly agreed to by both parties; and WHEREAS, local land use authority remains fully vested in City of Needles, and nothing in the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement shall be construed to transfer, limit, or otherwise affect the City’s sovereign authority over land use decisions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it to be in the best interest of the City of Needles and its residents to join the SBRHT and support regional housing solutions.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct.

Section 2. The City Council of the City of Needles hereby authorizes the City of Needles’ membership in the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT).

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Section 3. The City Council of the City of Needles reviewed and approves of the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement substantially in the form attached (Exhibit A).

Section 4. The adoption of this Resolution shall not obligate the City of Needles or any department thereof to (i) provide any financing to acquire, construct or operate any Project or any refinancing of any Project; (ii) approve any application or request for or take any other action in connection with any planning approval, permit or other action necessary for the acquisition, improvement, rehabilitation or operation of any Project; (iii) require any contribution or advance any funds whatsoever to the SBRHT other than membership fees for administrative costs; or (iv) except as provided in this Resolution, take any further action with respect to the SBRHT or its membership therein.

Section 5. The City Council of the City of Needles, the City Clerk and all other proper officers and officials of the City of Needles are hereby authorized and directed to execute the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement and to perform such other acts and deeds, as may be necessary or convenient to affect the purposes of this Resolution and the transactions herein authorized.

Section 6. The City Clerk shall forward a certified copy of this Resolution and an originally executed Agreement to the SBRHT
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Needles, California, on this 10th day of March 2026, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Janet Jernigan, Mayor
ATTEST:

Candace Clark, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lena Wade, Deputy City Attorney
Agenda Item 10.

Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement

SAN BERNARDINO REGIONAL HOUSING TRUST
THIS JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made this 10th day of March, 2026 (“Effective Date”) pursuant to Government Code § 6500 et seq., including but not limited to Government Code 6539.1, and other pertinent provisions of law, by and between San Bernardino County (the “County”) and those cities within San Bernardino County who become signatories to this Agreement (“Cities”), and relates to the joint exercise of powers among the signatories hereto, each of which is hereafter referred to as “Member Agency” and collectively referred to as “Member Agencies” or “Members”.

RECITALS
A. The Member Agencies have determined that a shortage of affordable housing exists as a result of various causes and wish to provide additional housing opportunities in a coordinated and comprehensive manner.

The Member Agencies acknowledge that an adequate supply of housing will provide social and economic benefits to residents and taxpayers of each Member Agency.

B. Each Member Agency has the individual power to plan, acquire, manage, regulate, operate, finance and control the development, construction and operations of affordable housing programs, including housing serving the workforce, moderate- and lower-income households, and those experiencing homelessness, generated within its jurisdictional boundaries, as well as to create and issue development agreements for such activities. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall preclude any Member Agency from establishing, maintaining or providing programs or services to its respective residents as it deems proper or necessary.

C. The Member Agencies find it in their mutual economic interest to address housing needs of their residents on a regional level within the boundaries of San Bernardino County.

D. The Member Agencies desire to act in the public interest to lessen the burden on government by reducing the need for each Member Agency to act individually, and to provide charitable support for housing within their geographic boundaries.

E. California Government Code § 6500 et seq. (“Joint Exercise of Powers Act” or “Act”) permits two or more public agencies to create joint powers authorities for the purposes set forth herein, permits the agencies to exercise jointly any power that the public agencies could exercise separately, and further grants certain additional powers to such joint power authorities.

F. California Government Code § 6539.1 authorizes the creation of a regional housing trust pursuant to the Joint Exercise of Powers Act, subject to certain requirements regarding governing composition and annual financial and auditing requirements.

G. Local land-use decisions remain solely with each Member Agency. Nothing in this Agreement deprives any party of its sovereign powers with respect to land use nor transfers such powers to this joint powers authority.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Member Agencies do hereby establish the entity to be known as the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust, or SBRHT, to generate and/or maintain housing, disburse funding, and take other actions that will result in permanent additions to the housing stock within SBRHT’s jurisdictional boundaries, and do hereby agree as follows:

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1. Purpose.

1.1 The purpose of this Agreement is to establish a legal public entity separate from the Member Agencies that shall be responsible for the joint acquisition, management, operation, fundraising, planning, adoption, financing, administration, review, monitoring, and reporting of certain housing activities in the region for the benefit of those experiencing homelessness and extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households, as defined in Section 50093 of the Health and Safety Code. By entering this joint powers authority Agreement, the Member Agencies seek to gain economic benefits not realized when operating individually.

Further, the establishment of this joint powers authority provides for the economic viability and coordination of housing program financing and facilities throughout SBRHT’s jurisdictional boundaries.

1.2 SBRHT shall be an entity which is legally independent from the parties to this Agreement and shall be responsible for the administration of this Agreement.

1.3 The assets, rights, debts, liabilities, and obligations of SBRHT shall not constitute assets, rights, debts, liabilities, and obligations of any of the Member Agencies. However, nothing in this Agreement shall prevent any of the Member Agencies from separately contracting for, or assuming responsibility for, specific debts, liabilities, or obligations of SBRHT, provided that the SBRHT Board of Directors (“Board”) and the Member Agency approve, in writing signed by each party, such contract or assumption.

2. Powers.

2.1 General Powers. SBRHT shall have all the powers common to the Member Agencies of this agreement necessary or convenient, specified or implied, to accomplish the purpose of this Agreement as set forth in Section 1 above, subject to the restrictions set forth in Section 2.4. Said powers shall be exercised in the manner provided in the Joint Exercise of Powers Act, including without limitation all powers set forth in Government Code section 6539.1.

2.2 Specific Powers. Without limiting the generality of the powers conferred in subdivision 2.1 of Section 2, SBRHT is authorized to act on any or all of the following matters, as each Member Agency could act separately, and as it deems in the best interest of its Members, to the extent permitted by any and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, resolutions, and regulations:
a. Facilitate and assist the Member Agencies and others in the housing sector to acquire, construct, rehabilitate, finance, refinance, operate, regulate, and maintain affordable housing programs, projects, and facilities, as determined by the Board.
b. Coordinate and collaborate with Member Agencies on funding solicitations and other opportunities for the purposes set forth in this Agreement to minimize and avoid, where possible, competition and redundancy in the pursuit of funding.
c. Facilitate the planning, study, and recommendation of proper and appropriate SBRHT programs, activities, and management practices; including the research and study of issues related to housing. d. Educate the public, Member Agencies, and other agencies and entities on SBRHT programs. e. Provide for or enter into agreements to provide for administrative, financial, construction, engineering, legal, audit, and any other professional services supporting any of the SBRHT programs or activities. f. Solicit, apply for, accept, and receive grants, donations, advances, and contributions. g. Sue and be sued in its own name.

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h. Incur and discharge debts, liabilities, and obligations which may include but shall not be limited to being in the form of secured bonds, revenue bonds, or other forms of secured or unsecured debt. i. Issue bonds or notes and associated covenants, for designated purposes. j. Acquire or protect any necessary security or leasehold interests involved in loans, bonds, notes, or other financing methods implemented to carry out the purpose of this Agreement. k. Acquire, hold, lease, improve, construct, rehabilitate, maintain, pledge, assign, mortgage, operate, and dispose of real and personal property as may be necessary and appropriate in connection with the creation, construction, financing, development, and maintenance of certain workforce and affordable housing and the programmatic needs of SBRHT.
l. Issue and receive loans.
m. Acquire such insurance protection as it deems necessary. n. Adopt resolutions and ordinances necessary to carry out the purpose of this Agreement. o. Establish advisory committees or subcommittees as necessary. p. Form wholly-owned and controlled affiliate entities to accomplish any of its purposes. q. Adopt bylaws and such other rules and procedures as may be deemed necessary. r. Convey real and/or personal property interests and/or funds. s. Any other acts necessary to carry out the above identified actions that each Member Agency is empowered to take individually.

2.3 SBRHT shall undertake, facilitate, and encourage the acquisition, creation, construction, development, and maintenance of affordable housing programs, projects, and facilities, as determined by the Board.

2.4 SBRHT shall implement programs, financing mechanisms, and funding criteria to support and advance affordable housing opportunities within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Member Agencies. These programs may include, but are not limited to, loan and grant programs, land acquisition and disposition programs, and other initiatives designed to increase the supply, preservation, and quality of affordable housing.

2.5 SBRHT may establish criteria, policies, and guidelines governing eligibility, funding priorities, and program administration, provided such criteria are consistent with the purposes of this Agreement and applicable state and federal laws.

2.6 Equitable Member Agency Investment. The SBRHT Board shall establish criteria to allow for the equitable distribution of funds and shall not exclude any Member Agency based on its rural, suburban, or urban character, as defined by the Board. Funding programs will not be set up as a means to impose zoning or land use changes within the boundaries of the member agencies.

2.7 Limitation on Powers. This Agreement does not authorize, and expressly prohibits, SBRHT to do any of the following:
a. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as transferring or delegating to SBRHT any land use, zoning, or development permitting power of the member agencies. Each member agency shall retain full and independent authority over land use decisions within its jurisdiction, including but not limited to general plan amendments, zoning classifications, entitlements, and project approvals. Any project or program Agenda Item 10.

funded or supported by SBRHT shall comply with the applicable general plans, zoning ordinances, and other land use regulations of the member agency within which the project is located, unless otherwise approved by the Member Agency.
b. Regulate land use within the jurisdiction of any of the Member Agencies; c. Levy, or advocate or incentivize the levying of, any land use exaction, such as an impact fee, charge, dedication, reservation or tax assessment, as a condition of approving the funding for or approval of, a development project;
d. Require inclusionary zoning requirements;
e. Fund or otherwise approve an agreement for a housing project that is not permitted by the Member Agency within whose jurisdiction the project is proposed to be located; or f. Require any Member Agency to accept or provide any specific number of housing units as a prerequisite to joining or remaining a party to this Agreement.
g. Impose additional development standards for grant funding beyond what is already conditioned by another entity.
h. In the event that the SBRHT has employees, the creation of any employee pension plan or any other retirement plan other than a plan created under the federal Internal Revenue Code sections 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), or Roth account plan.

3. Term and Termination

3.1 This Agreement shall be effective, and SBRHT shall come into existence, on the Effective Date, which shall be the date upon which this Agreement has been approved by three eligible Member Agencies.

3.2 This Agreement shall continue until terminated or dissolved pursuant to Section 3.3 of this Agreement.

However, in no event shall the Member Agencies terminate or dissolve SBRHT if its termination or dissolution would conflict with or violate the terms or conditions of any bonds, financial instruments, or related documentation by or on behalf of SBRHT, including, without limitation, indentures, resolutions, and letter of credit agreements.

3.3 This Agreement may be terminated by consent of a majority of the Member Agencies, and upon full and complete liquidation of all liabilities, including, but not limited to, any bonds, consistent with Section 3.2. Upon termination of this Agreement, any surplus money or assets in possession of SBRHT, after payment of all liabilities, shall be distributed to the then-existing Member Agencies in proportion to the contributions made by each.

4. Governance

4.1 Members. The Member Agencies of SBRHT shall be the parties to this agreement who have not withdrawn from SBRHT, and such other entities that may join SBRHT after execution of this Agreement. New Members may join based on the terms and conditions set forth in Section 11.

4.2 Affiliates. Entities that are eligible to be a party to this Agreement may join the SBRHT as an affiliate. Entities that join as an affiliate are not eligible to have a member of their governing board serve on the Board of Directors, as described in Section 4.3, or receive funding for a project within their jurisdiction until such time, if ever, they become a Member of the SBRHT. An eligible entity may become an affiliate through written notice from the executive officer of the entity, but shall not be a party to this Agreement.

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4.3 Board of Directors; Composition. SBRHT is governed and administered by a Board of Directors (“Board”) that shall exercise all powers and authority on behalf of SBRHT. The membership of the Board of SBRHT shall be in accordance with Government Code section 6539.1, and as it may be amended. As currently required at execution of this Agreement, the SBRHT Board shall consist of at least five (5) Directors, as follows:
a. At least three (3) Directors shall be locally elected officials from their respective Member Agency jurisdictions, and appointed by their respective Member, and b. Each Member Agency may appoint up to one (1) Director, and c. At least two (2) Directors shall be experts in homeless or housing policy that are not elected officials of any local agency. These Director positions shall be selected by a majority vote of the elected membership of the Board prescribed in Section 4.3(a) of this Agreement, and d. A majority of Directors must be locally elected officials from their respective Member Agency jurisdiction, and
e. Alternates for each Director position may be established by the Board of Directors, provided that such alternates meet the requirements established in this Agreement and under the bylaws adopted by the Board of Directors.

4.4 Advisory Committees. The Board may establish one or more advisory committees to advise the Board, pursuant to the bylaws.

4.5 Director Terms. The Member Agencies shall select their respective Directors for the Board no later than the Effective Date, or the effective date of the respective Member Agency entering into this Agreement, as may be applicable. Each Director shall serve a term of two years, but may be reappointed for successive two-year terms in accordance with this Agreement. At least 15 days prior to the end of a Director’s term, the respective Member Agency must select a new Director or re-select the current Director for the new term of office. There is no limit on the number of terms a Director may serve. In the event of a vacancy on the Board in a Director position originally appointed by a Member Agency pursuant to this Agreement in Section 4.3(b), that Member Agency shall appoint a replacement in accordance with the criteria of Section 4.3(a) within 60 days of such vacancy who shall serve out the remainder of the term of the Director that has been replaced. In the event of a vacancy on the Board in a Director position appointed pursuant to this Agreement in Section 4.3(c), the SBRHT Board shall appoint a replacement in accordance with the criteria of Section 4.3(c) within 60 days of such vacancy who shall serve out the remainder of the term of the Director that has been replaced.

4.6 Officers. The Board of Directors shall elect a chairperson and a vice chairperson from among its Directors consistent with Section 8.6.

4.7 Compensation. Directors shall serve on the Board without compensation. Directors may be reimbursed for actual expenses that are approved in accordance with applicable provisions of this Agreement and SBRHT bylaws before the expenses are incurred.

5. Budgets and Financing.

5.1 The Fiscal Year of SBRHT shall, unless and until changed by the Board of Directors, commence on the 1st day of July of each year and shall end on the 30th day of June of the next succeeding year except that the initial Fiscal Year of SBRHT shall commence on the Effective Date of this Agreement and conclude on the next June 30th.

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5.2 The Board shall annually adopt an operating budget for SBRHT setting forth anticipated expenses, financing sources and proposed service levels necessary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement. The payment of all SBRHT obligations is limited to the amount of appropriations allowed in SBRHT’s approved budget, except as it may be revised with the approval of a majority of the Board of Directors. The budget for SBRHT shall distinguish between administrative costs (i.e., the cost of operating SBRHT) and program costs (i.e., the financing of the programs funded or sponsored by SBRHT).

5.3 The particular Program and Program budget funded, sponsored, or operated by SBRHT, as well as the level of, and mechanisms for, the involvement of SBRHT and each Member Agency, in such Program and Program budget, shall be determined and approved by the Board. A Member Agency’s individual contribution, involvement, and role in any particular Program or the Program budget shall be as may be mutually agreed between the Member Agency and SBRHT. By way of example only, said contributions, involvement, or role may include cash contributions, provision of services or staffing, use or transfer of title to real or personal property, pledges, guarantees, or whatever other instruments or involvement the Member Agency and SBRHT may agree to. Contributions of all kinds to the Program budget from private persons or entities and not-forprofit entities, whether their interests are represented by any Directors, are encouraged, so long as they do not cause a violation of any applicable conflicts of interest statutes, rules, or regulations.

6. Financial Management.

6.1 Pursuant to Government Code sections 6505.5 and 6505.6, the Board shall appoint an officer of SBRHT to hold the offices of treasurer and auditor of SBRHT. This officer can be either the treasurer of a Member Agency to this Agreement or a certified public accountant. Such person or persons shall possess the powers of and shall perform the treasurer and auditor functions for SBRHT required by sections 6505, 6505.5 and 6505.6 of the Government Code, including any amendments thereto. Pursuant to Government Code section 6505.1, the auditor and treasurer shall have charge of certain property of SBRHT. The treasurer and auditor shall ensure that there shall be strict accountability of all funds and reporting of all receipts and disbursements of SBRHT.

The treasurer and auditor of SBRHT shall be required to file an official bond as required by Government Code section 6505.1 with the Board of Directors in an amount which shall be established by the Board. Should the existing bond or bonds of any such officer be extended to cover the obligations provided herein, said bond shall be the official bond required herein. The premiums on any such bonds attributable to the coverage required herein shall be an appropriate expense of SBRHT.

6.2 SBRHT shall publish an Annual Financial Report that shall describe the funds received by SBRHT and the use of such funds by SBRHT. The Annual Financial Report shall describe how the funds received by SBRHT have furthered the purpose of SBRHT.

7. Additional Officers and Staffing.

7.1 It is understood that SBRHT will require the support of administrative staff. When deemed necessary, the Board may contract for officers and staff with a Member Agency, the San Bernardino Council of Governments, or other independent contractors, agents, or volunteers as the Board may deem necessary to carry out any of SBRHT’s powers, upon such terms and conditions as the Board may require, including the retaining of professional and technical assistance, provided that adequate funds are available in SBRHT’s budget and are appropriated by SBRHT therefore.

7.2 None of the officers, agents, or staff, if any, directly contracted by SBRHT shall be deemed, by reason of their roles or duties or contracted status, to be employed by any Member Agency.

7.3 The officer or staff may be delegated authority as deemed necessary or appropriate by the Board.

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7.4 If SBRHT contracts with a Member Agency to provide SBRHT with administrative services through persons who are employees and/or officers of the Member Agency, then any retirement liabilities associated with that Member Agency’s employees and/or officers shall not constitute a liability of SBRHT or any other Member Agency. This shall not preclude a Member Agency providing administrative services to SBRHT pursuant to a contract with SBRHT from accounting for such salary and benefit costs when negotiating the rates that the Member will charge SBRHT for providing such services.

7.5 All privileges and immunities from liability, exemptions from laws, ordinances and rules, and benefits that apply to officers, agents, or employees of a Member Agency shall apply to the same extent when performing duties for SBRHT.

7.6 None of the officers, agents, or staff, if any, directly contracted by SBRHT shall be deemed, by reason of their roles or duties or contracted status, to be employed by any Member Agency.

8. Meetings.

8.1 The Board shall schedule at least two (2) regular meetings each Fiscal Year.

8.2 Special meetings of the Board may be called by the Chairperson of the Board and otherwise in accordance with provisions of California Government Code §54956 and any applicable SBRHT bylaws.

8.3 All meetings of the Board shall be held subject to the provisions of California Government Code §54950 et seq. (the “Brown Act”) and other applicable laws of the State of California.

8.4 A quorum is established if at least a majority of Directors are present at a meeting, except that less than a quorum may adjourn a meeting to another time and place. Unless otherwise provided in this Agreement or otherwise defined in the Bylaws, actions and decisions of the Board of Directors may be taken by a majority of the quorum present at any meeting. Each Director of a Member Agency shall have one vote and no weighted or proxy votes shall be permitted.

8.5 The Board of Directors shall cause minutes of all regular, adjourned regular, and special meetings to be kept as record of all meetings.

8.6 The Board of Directors shall elect a chairperson and a vice chairperson from among its Directors at the first meeting held in each calendar year. In the event that the chairperson or vice chairperson so elected ceases to be a Director, the resulting vacancy shall be filled at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors held after such vacancy occurs or at a special meeting called for that purpose. In the absence or inability of the chairperson to act, the vice chairperson shall act as chairperson. The chairperson, or in the chairperson's absence, the vice chairperson, shall preside at and conduct all Board of Director meetings.

8.7 The Board of Directors may adopt, from time to time, by resolution, such rules, regulations and bylaws for the conduct of its meetings and affairs as the Board determines is necessary or convenient.

9. Bylaws.

9.1 The Board shall adopt bylaws for the conduct of its affairs, provided that they are consistent with this Agreement and are appropriate in order to carry out SBRHT’s purpose.

9.2 The Board may, from time to time, amend its bylaws.

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10. Fees.

10.1 Member Agencies shall make annual contributions (“Administrative Fee”) towards the budgeted administrative costs of SBRHT in accordance with a cost allocation as determined and approved annually by the Board of Directors. Payment shall be due within 30 days of receipt of an invoice from SBRHT.

11. New Members.

11.1 New Member Agencies may be added to SBRHT by a majority vote of the Directors present at the meeting.

Membership is effective immediately upon execution of this Agreement by the new Member Agency.

12. Withdrawal.

12.1 It is fully anticipated that each Member Agency shall participate in SBRHT until the purposes set forth in this Agreement are accomplished. A Member Agency may withdraw from SBRHT upon its governing board’s adoption of a resolution stating its intent to withdraw from SBRHT. The withdrawal of any Member Agency shall be conditioned as follows:
a. The withdrawal shall be effective at the end of the SBRHT Fiscal Year which is at least 180 days after the receipt by SBRHT of a written notice of the Member Agency’s intent to withdraw, accompanied by a copy of the governing board resolution stating the intent to withdraw; and b. Unless otherwise provided by a unanimous vote of the SBRHT Board, withdrawal shall result in the forfeiture of that Member Agency’s rights and claims relating to distribution of property and funds upon termination of SBRHT. Withdrawn Members shall not be entitled to any reimbursement of Administrative Fees.

13. Amendments.

13.1 Except as provided in Sections 11 and 12, subject to all legal obligations of SBRHT, this Agreement may be amended by a writing executed by all of the Member Agencies of SBRHT.

14. Notices.

14.1 All notices to the Member Agencies shall be deemed to have been given to the Member Agencies(1) three days after mailing when mailed, postage prepaid by United States mail, return receipt requested, or (2) at the time of delivery when delivered personally or by courier service to the Member Agency’s City or County Clerk during usual business hours at the principal office.

14.2 All notices to SBRHT shall be sufficiently given if made in writing and delivered either personally or by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, to the executive officer of SBRHT at the following address, or to such other address as may be designated to SBRHT for formal notice:
1170 W. Third Street
2nd Floor
San Bernardino, CA 92410

15. Assignments; Other Agreements.

15.1 This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the successors of any Member Agency. No Member Agency may assign any right or obligation hereunder without the written consent of all other Member Agencies. Participation in SBRHT is not intended to preclude Member Agencies from entering into similar agreements with other jurisdictions.

Agenda Item 10.

16. Severability.

16.1 Should any part, term, portion or provision of this Agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, be held to be illegal or in conflict with any law of the State of California, or otherwise be rendered unenforceable or ineffectual, it shall be deemed severable, and the remainder of this Agreement or the application thereof to other persons or circumstances shall continue to constitute the agreement the Member Agencies intended to enter into in the first instance.

17. Headings.

17.1 All section headings contained in this Agreement are for convenience and reference only. They are not intended to define or limit the scope of any provision of this Agreement.

18. Non-Liability for Obligations of SBRHT.

18.1 The debts, liabilities, and obligations of SBRHT shall not be considered the debts, liabilities, or obligations of any Member Agency or its respective officers, agents, employees, representatives, or volunteers. a. Assignment. Each Member Agency shall assign to the SBRHT its rights, title, and interest to recover damages from any third party for Claims (as defined in section c below) arising out of this Agreement, to the extent that the SBRHT has met its obligations to defend and indemnify such Member Agency pursuant to this Section.
b. Survival. SBRHT’s duty to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Member Agencies shall survive and continue in full force and effect after withdrawal of any Member from this Agreement, including as to the withdrawing Member Agency, or termination of this Agreement for any reason with respect to any Claims, as defined in 18.1.c., that occurred before the date of such withdrawal or termination. c. Pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code Section 895 et seq., each Member Agency that is party to this Agreement shall be liable for its own negligent or wrongful acts or omissions and those of its officers, employees, and agents.
d. Indemnification. The SBRHT shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless each Member Agency, its officers, agents, employees, representatives and volunteers (the “Indemnitees”) from and against any loss, injury, claim, lawsuit, liability, expense, or damages of any kind or nature (collectively, “Claims”) brought by a third party which arises out of or in connection with SBRHT’s acts and omissions related to its purposes set forth in this Agreement, including such third party claims arising out of or in connection with any Indemnitees acting within their authorized capacity as an officer, agent, employee, representative or volunteer of SBRHT. The SBRHT’s duty to defend and indemnify under this section shall not extend to Claims otherwise arising out of the Indemnitees’ own active negligence, omissions or willful misconduct, whether in whole or part.
e. Liability Financing. The SBRHT shall finance its obligation pursuant to this Subsection by establishing a liability reserve fund, and/or by purchasing commercial insurance, and/or by joining a joint powers insurance authority (JPIA) as determined by the Board. In the event SBRHT’s financial obligations to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless, pursuant to this Subsection, exceed the liability reserve fund and/or the proceeds from any applicable insurance and/or JPIA coverage maintained by the SBRHT (hereinafter “Unfunded Liability”), the Member Agencies may provide for contribution or indemnification by any or all of the Member Agencies that are parties to the agreement upon any liability arising out of the performance of the agreement, and/or a Member Agency or Member Agencies may meet and confer with SBRHT in good faith to negotiate alternative means or mechanisms by which SBRHT may fund such Unfunded Liability; however, in no event shall the event of an Unfunded Liability relieve, limit, or waive Agenda Item 10.

SBRHT’s obligations of indemnity or defense to each Member Agency as first set forth above in this Section. Nothing herein shall obligate any Member Agency to indemnify or hold harmless SBRHT for an Unfunded Liability or to make any contribution towards an Unfunded Liability. In no event shall any Unfunded Liability of the SBRHT be passed through to a Member Agency without the express, written, and voluntary approval of that Member Agency’s governing body via a separate instrument.

19. Governing Laws and Venues.

19.1 This Agreement is made in the State of California under the Constitution and laws of such State and shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of California. The parties agree that any legal action, suit, or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be instituted and maintained exclusively in the state within the County of San Bernardino, California. Each party irrevocably submits to the personal and subject matter jurisdiction of such courts and waives any objection to venue or forum non conveniens with respect to actions brought in those courts.

20. Confirmation of Jurisdictional Authority.

20.1 By signing this Agreement, the Member Agencies retain all jurisdictional authority granted to them by the State and/or their respective Charters. The powers and/or authority granted to SBRHT pursuant to this Agreement shall in no way serve to limit or restrict an individual Member Agency’s jurisdictional authority.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto by their duly authorized representative, have affixed their signatures on this Agreement, effective as of the date first stated above.

MEMBER AGENCY: CITY OF NEEDLES
By: ___________________________
City Manager, Patrick Martinez
Attest: ________________________
Candace Clark, City Clerk
MEMBER AGENCY:

By: ___________________________
[INSERT Name Authorized Signatory, Title]
Attest: ________________________
[INSERT Name of Witness (e.g. Clerk), Title]
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City of Needles 817 Third Street, Needles, California 92363 (760) 326-2113 • FAX (760) 326-6765
www.cityofneedles.com
Mayor, Janet Jernigan
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Councilmember Tona Belt
Councilmember Jamie McCorkle
Councilmember JoAnne Pogue
Councilmember Henry Longbrake
Councilmember Larry Ford
City Manager Patrick J. Martinez

MEMORANDUM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PATRICK J. MARTINEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: WEEKLY MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 20, 2026

1. Needles “Grub with a Cop” – Community Engagement Event The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department Colorado River Station will host “Grub with a Cop” on February 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at River City Pizza Co., located at 1901 Needles Highway. This community engagement event provides residents the opportunity to enjoy lunch and casual conversation with the Captain and his team in an informal setting. Events such as this strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the community, foster open dialogue, and reinforce public trust. The City appreciates the Sheriff’s Department for their continued commitment to community involvement and partnership. This effort aligns with the City Council’s goal of promoting public safety, collaboration, and positive community engagement throughout Needles.

2. Utility Response – Pole Fire on River Road
Earlier this week, the City’s Electric Department responded to a reported pole fire on River Road. Utility crews arrived promptly, secured the area, and extinguished the fire to prevent further damage and ensure public safety.

Thanks to the diligent efforts of City staff, the incident resulted in only a limited and temporary power outage. Power was restored safely and efficiently following inspection and necessary repairs. The City extends its appreciation to the Utility team for their swift response, professionalism, and continued commitment to maintaining reliable service when unexpected incidents occur.

3. 19th Hole Bar & Grill Remodel – ADA Improvements
Work continues on the 19th Hole Bar & Grill kitchen remodel at River’s Edge Golf Course, with ADA-related upgrades now complete, including installation of a new accessible ramp system serving the restaurant and clubhouse. These improvements are part of the broader $500,039 project to modernize the kitchen and bring the facility into compliance with current accessibility, health, and building standards. The accessibility upgrades align with the City’s ongoing ADA Transition Plan update, and the City is actively seeking community input as outlined in the attached public notice and flyer. Residents are encouraged to provide feedback through the ADA Transition Plan survey by clicking here. This investment supports the City Council’s goals of strengthening public

infrastructure, enhancing economic activity, and ensuring inclusive access for residents and visitors alike.

4. Active Transportation Plan – Community Feedback Needed The City continues advancing development of its Active Transportation Plan; however, additional community input is needed to ensure the plan reflects neighborhood priorities and real mobility needs. The plan will guide future investments in pedestrian walking paths, sidewalks, curb and gutter, bike lanes, and overall safety improvements throughout Needles. Participation to date has been limited, and broader feedback will strengthen project prioritization and improve the City’s competitiveness for state and federal infrastructure funding.

Residents, business owners, and stakeholders are strongly encouraged to provide input through the interactive mapping platform at https://www.needlesatp.com/provide-input. Community engagement at this stage is critical to shaping future infrastructure investments.

5. Spring Cleanup & Community Partnership Initiatives
Over the next several weeks, the City, in collaboration with San Bernardino County and community partners, will advance coordinated spring cleanup efforts throughout Needles. The Community Cleanup Day will take place February 28, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at Third Street and J Street. The City will provide bags, pickers, and gloves, and residents of all ages are encouraged to participate in this one-hour volunteer effort to beautify the corridor. The Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event, previously announced, will occur on March 7, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Needles City Yard, 112 Robuffa Street, providing safe disposal of household hazardous materials. The City will also host a Bulky Waste Drop-Off Event on March 21, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (or until containers are full) at multiple neighborhood locations to reduce illegal dumping and neighborhood blight. Collectively, these initiatives reflect a proactive and collaborative approach to beautification, public safety, and community pride as we prepare for Route 66 Centennial activities and increased visitor traffic.

6. Needles Pride – Vegetation Management Reminder
With the recent rains, staff has observed increased overgrown vegetation throughout portions of the community. Property owners are responsible for maintaining their properties, including vegetation management, to ensure compliance with City standards and preserve overall neighborhood appearance.

The Needles Pride Program continues to encourage residents and businesses to take pride in their properties through regular landscaping maintenance, proper storage, and code compliance. Keeping vegetation trimmed and removing weeds enhances curb appeal, supports public safety, and strengthens neighborhood resilience. This effort reflects the City Council’s commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and well-maintained neighborhoods through shared responsibility and community partnership. Residents may report concerns by calling 760-326-2115 (press #9) or by using the Needles Connect app, available on the Google Play Store (Android) and Apple Store (iOS). The 2026 Needles Pride informational flyer will be included with upcoming utility billing statements to expand community awareness and encourage participation. Together, we are building a cleaner, safer, and stronger Needles.

7. Route 66 100th Anniversary Kickoff Event
More than 500 residents and visitors from across the region gathered at El Garces on February 14, 2026, for the Route 66 100th Anniversary Kickoff. The event was hosted and organized by the Friends of the El Garces and featured a Classic Car Show with 66 pre-1975 vehicles competing for awards including Best in Show and People’s Choice, activating the historic downtown corridor.

This year’s Best in Show award was presented to a restored 1953 Buick Super Estate Wagon, highlighting the caliber of vehicles showcased during the celebration. Participants included the Needles Museum, Needles BLM Office, Official California Historic Route 66 Association, Supervisor Dawn Rowe’s Field Representative Steve Reyes, and the Pharaohs Car Club, whose members provided strong representation. The City supported and promoted the event as part of its broader Centennial recognition efforts. This milestone celebration advances the City Council’s goals of promoting tourism, enhancing community engagement, and strengthening economic activity within the downtown core.

8. Route 66 Centennial Utility Box Art Unveiling
Immediately following the Red Dog Saloon Ribbon Cutting on February 28, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., the City will host a brief unveiling of the Route 66 Centennial Utility Box Art Project at 914 W Broadway Street. As authorized by the City Council, this public art initiative transforms multiple electrical utility boxes into vibrant works celebrating Needles’ historic role along Route 66. The project reflects the City’s continued commitment to beautification and enhancing the visitor experience in high-visibility downtown locations. By turning everyday infrastructure into artistic displays, the City is reinforcing community pride while supporting corridor activation. This unveiling highlights the partnership between public improvements and private reinvestment as we continue building momentum toward the Route 66 Centennial year.

9. River Cruizers “Cruizin’ the Century” Car Show
The Route 66 Centennial celebrations continue with the River Cruizers hosting the “Cruizin’ the Century” Car Show on March 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. along Route 66 in front of the El Garces at 950 Front Street. The event is hosted by the Friends of the El Garces and welcomes all years, makes, and models of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Vehicle registration is available at the show with a $20 entry fee, and participants are encouraged to bring a completed entry form. For additional information, contact Dave Hasenwinkle at (206) 947-0997 or Danny Moran at (909) 226-7437. This car show will take place in addition to the River Valley Artists Guild’s Art in the Park Show & Sale, creating a full weekend of activity in the El Garces cultural corridor and further activating downtown during the Centennial year.

10.Recreation Center Programming Reminder
The City of Needles Recreation Center reminds residents that open gym hours are available to the public Monday through Thursday, including indoor pickleball from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Equipment for pickleball is provided on-site, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Open gym basketball and pickleball share the same space, offering flexible indoor recreation options for residents of all ages. These programs support the City Council’s priorities of promoting health, community engagement, and active use of public facilities. Residents are

encouraged to participate and take advantage of these opportunities to stay active at the Recreation Center.

11.Needles Sunday Farmers Market at Santa Fe Park
The Needles Sunday Farmers Market continues to draw residents and visitors to Santa Fe Park each week, supporting local vendors and small businesses.

Hosted by Tumbleweed Markets Inc., the market features a rotating selection of fresh produce, baked goods, coffee, flowers, handmade items, and other locally made products. The market is held every Sunday through March 31, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Santa Fe Park. New vendors continue to join the lineup, expanding opportunities for local entrepreneurs and artisans. This ongoing event supports the City Council’s goals for community engagement and local economic vitality. Vendor information is available by contacting Market Manager Patrick Lauterio at (760) 848-8289 or [email protected].

12.Welcome New Public Servants
City staff is pleased to welcome J.R. Rodriguez and Allen Cox as the newest members of the City’s advisory boards. J.R. Rodriguez has joined the Parks and Recreation Commission, which advises the City Council on parks, recreation programs, facility improvements, and community engagement initiatives. Allen Cox has joined the Planning Commission, which advises the City Council on land use, subdivisions, and zoning matters. The Commissions review matters within their respective jurisdictions, provide policy recommendations to the City Council, and play an important role in supporting responsible growth, community engagement, and overall quality of life throughout the City. We appreciate their willingness to serve and contribute their time and expertise to the continued progress of the City.

13.Needles Elks Lodge #1608 See’s Candy Fundraiser
The Needles Elks Lodge #1608 is hosting a See’s Candy fundraiser to benefit the Elks Junior Golf Program. Orders may be placed in person at the Elks Lodge, 1000 Lillyhill Drive, or online by clicking the link below. All orders must be submitted by March 15, 2026, and will ship no later than March 20, 2026, in time for Easter. Proceeds will directly support youth golf programming and development opportunities within the community. For additional information, please contact Brian Dooley at (917) 882-9711 or the Elks Lodge at (760) 326- 1608. Online ordering is available at: Click here to order See’s Candy

14.Community Events Calendar Now Live
The City’s new website now features a Community Events Calendar—a single source for community events, civic meetings, and community programs. Local organizations are invited to submit or update events through the City Clerk’s Office to keep the calendar current and inclusive. Contact Candace Clark at [email protected] to participate. Residents can subscribe and sync the calendar to mobile devices for real-time updates, making it easier to stay informed and engaged.

1. GRUB WITH A COP

2. UTILITY RESPONSE POLE FIRE

3. ADA IMPROVEMENTS GOLF COURSE

3. ADA TRANSITION PLAN

4. ATP COMMUNITY OUTREACH

5. SPRING CLEANUP INITIATIVES

5. SPRING CLEANUP INITIATIVES

6. NEEDLES PRIDE

7. ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL KICKOFF EVENT

7. ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL KICKOFF EVENT

7. ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL KICKOFF EVENT

8. ROUTE 66 UTILITY BOX ART UNVEILING

9. ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL

10. OPEN GYM HOURS

13. NEEDLES ELKS FUNDRAISER

City of Needles 817 Third Street, Needles, California 92363 (760) 326-2113 • FAX (760) 326-6765
www.cityofneedles.com
Mayor, Janet Jernigan
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Councilmember Tona Belt
Councilmember Jamie McCorkle
Councilmember JoAnne Pogue
Councilmember Henry Longbrake
Councilmember Larry Ford
City Manager Patrick J. Martinez

MEMORANDUM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PATRICK J. MARTINEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: WEEKLY MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 27, 2026

1. Spring Into Action – Community Cleanup Day (Tomorrow) The City of Needles will host its Community Cleanup Day tomorrow, February 28, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at Third Street and J Street. This is a City-led effort to mobilize residents, businesses, and community members to help beautify a key corridor as we launch our spring cleanup season. The City will provide bags, pickers, and gloves, and no registration is required. All ages are encouraged to participate in this one-hour volunteer effort as we continue to reinforce community pride and maintain clean, welcoming neighborhoods throughout Needles.

2. Red Dog Saloon Ribbon Cutting & Route 66 Utility Box Art Unveiling The community is encouraged to attend the Red Dog Saloon Ribbon Cutting tomorrow, February 28, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., celebrating the business’s official downtown reopening. The event will feature live music and a food truck, creating a welcoming and energetic atmosphere in the heart of our downtown corridor.

Immediately following the ribbon cutting, the City will host a brief unveiling of the Route 66 Centennial Utility Box Art Project at 914 W. Broadway Street. This Council-authorized public art initiative transforms downtown utility boxes into vibrant displays recognizing Needles’ historic role along Route 66 and continues building visible momentum toward the Centennial celebration. Staff will be in attendance to support both efforts and encourage strong community participation.

3. Sports Tourism Update – Tournament Weekend Underway
Today marks Friday of tournament play, with one full day of championship competition remaining, as the Colorado River Invitational Softball Tournament and the 1st Annual Bud Parker Invitational continue to bring strong regional visitation to Needles. Pool play has been competitive and well attended, with teams and families traveling from across the region, generating activity for our local restaurants, hotels, and small businesses. Championship rounds conclude tomorrow, positioning the City of Needles at the center of a multi-day regional athletics event. These tournaments directly support the City Council’s goal of promoting sports and recreational tourism while reinforcing our reputation as a reliable host community for competitive youth athletics. In

addition, Needles has been selected to host the upcoming NIAA 2A State Softball and Baseball Tournaments, further elevating the City’s role as a regional destination for competitive athletics. With one more full day ahead, the momentum and community energy remain strong as we close out the weekend.

Tournament schedules for both events are attached.

4. Household Hazardous Waste Collection – Next Weekend Reminder Needles residents are reminded to safely dispose of household hazardous waste next weekend, Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Needles Public Works Yard, 112 Robuffa Street. Accepted items include paint, batteries, motor oil and filters, electronics, medications, and homegenerated sharps in approved containers. This event is for household waste only; no business waste will be accepted. Proper disposal protects our environment and keeps hazardous materials out of landfills and storm drains.

For additional information, residents may contact the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District Household Hazardous Waste Program at (909) 382-5401 or 1-800-645-9228, or visit www.sbcfire.org/hhw.

5. Jack Smith Park Boat Launch – Season Opening
The Jack Smith Park Boat Launch Facility will officially open for the season next Saturday, March 7, marking the start of another busy boating season on the Colorado River. The facility will operate on weekends beginning in March, with daily access available from April 1 through the end of September, before returning to weekend-only operations in October. Boaters may purchase a $20 Day-Use Launch Pass or a $180 Annual Launch Pass at the on-site kiosk.

Residents are encouraged to secure their Annual Launch Pass early — last year all 700 passes sold out before July. For questions or assistance, please contact Jennifer Valenzuela at (760) 326-2814 or [email protected].

Additional information is available on the City’s website. The City looks forward to welcoming residents and visitors back to the river and supporting another strong recreation season.

6. Needles Little League – Opening Ceremonies (Next Week) The community is invited to join Needles Little League for Opening Ceremonies on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Needles Little League Fields (Ed Parry and Phillips Field), with the first game beginning at 6:30 p.m. This annual kickoff marks the start of the 2026 season and reflects the City Council’s continued commitment to supporting youth sports, family-friendly amenities, and community engagement. The evening will feature team introductions, community recognition, and the ceremonial first pitch, with concessions available. Residents are encouraged to come out and show strong support for our youth athletes as we celebrate another season of teamwork, sportsmanship, and community pride.

7. Economic Development Update – Carl’s Jr. Reopening
Following the October notification that the Carl’s Jr. location at 2601 Needles Highway would be closing due to corporate decisions, staff is pleased to report that the site will reopen under new management. The existing business owner has made a private investment in remodeling and reconstructing portions of the

building and is targeting a June reopening, as reflected in the attached image.

This is a strong example of a local business owner reinvesting back into the community and demonstrates continued confidence in the Needles market. The reactivation of this prime I-40 corridor location supports the City Council’s goal of maintaining vibrant commercial corridors, sustaining local employment, and strengthening economic stability. Staff has remained engaged with the property owner throughout the transition to support a timely reopening. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be scheduled closer to the reopening date to welcome the business back and formally highlight this important reinvestment.

8. Route 66 Centennial – Corridor Activation Through Private Investment Momentum continues to build along the Route 66 corridor as local business owners Joe and Lindsay Payson advance private beautification efforts at Hardware Express. This week, new Centennial-themed artwork was installed by local artist Gabriel Pecina and Cycle George, with assistance from former Councilmember Zachery Longacre, further activating the downtown streetscape.

This project is another example of the private sector leaning in to elevate the visual experience along our historic highway. Across the corridor, independently funded improvements are reinforcing Route 66 branding and strengthening the sense of place that defines Needles. These enhancements not only support upcoming Centennial activities but also contribute to long-term economic vitality by enhancing curb appeal, visitor experience, and community pride.

9. International Tourism Outreach – Discover Inland Empire Partnership The City of Needles continues expanding its international visibility through its partnership with Discover Inland Empire, which recently featured the region during a multi-country European tourism mission from February 26 to March 5 in Denmark, Turin (Italy), and Berlin. As part of The Americas Travel Show Nordics, Showcase USA – Italy, and ITB Berlin, Discover Inland Empire promoted Route 66 experiences and regional destinations to global tour operators, travel buyers, and media outlets, with Needles included in these outreach efforts. This international exposure positions Needles on a global stage in advance of the 2026 Route 66 Centennial and directly advances City Council goals to strengthen tourism, expand global brand recognition, and attract new visitors by leveraging the City’s strategic location and distinctive Route 66 identity. The City appreciates Discover Inland Empire for extending this visibility and helping elevate Needles in key international markets as Centennial interest continues to build.

10.Needles Pride – City Leading by Example
Following last week’s vegetation management reminder and with recent rains accelerating overgrowth throughout the community, City staff this week took the initiative to clear overgrown vegetation and burn weeds around City Hall and other public facilities. In preparation for the ongoing regional softball and baseball tournaments, City crews also completed cleanup efforts at the Softball and Little League fields, including vegetation removal and site maintenance to

ensure tournament-ready conditions. While property owners remain responsible for maintaining their properties in compliance with City standards, the City continues to lead by example under the Needles Pride Program. Proactive vegetation management enhances curb appeal, supports public safety, and strengthens neighborhood resilience. Residents may report concerns by calling 760-326-2115 (press #9) or by using the Needles Connect app, available on the Google Play Store (Android) and Apple Store (iOS). The 2026 Needles Pride informational flyer will also be included with upcoming utility billing statements to expand awareness and encourage participation as we continue building a cleaner, safer, and stronger Needles.

11.Pavement Management & Field Operations Update
This past week, the City Council received a progress presentation on the Pavement Management Program (PMP), highlighting continued implementation of the City’s 15-Year roadway strategy. Since 2020, approximately $12 million has been invested in slurry, paving, and coordinated infrastructure improvements, resulting in upgrades to nearly 18 miles of roadway — approximately 40% of the City’s 47-mile system. Staff is currently updating the PMP to reflect completed improvements and current cost trends, with a comprehensive update to return to Council in the near term. Additionally, following recent rainfall, Public Works crews completed roadway and pothole repairs along Lillyhill Drive, Balboa Street, and other impacted areas to improve drivability and safety in well-traveled residential corridors, reflecting the City’s responsive, field-driven approach to maintaining infrastructure while longer-term solutions are scheduled.

12.Annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) – 2025 Water Quality The City of Needles Water Department has released its 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which provides a comprehensive overview of our drinking water quality, testing procedures, and regulatory compliance. The report confirms that throughout 2025, the City met all State and Federal drinking water health standards, with no violations of maximum contaminant levels. Our water supply is 100% groundwater and is regularly sampled and tested by certified independent laboratories to ensure compliance with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and State Water Resources Control Board standards.

Lead and copper monitoring results remained well below action levels, and microbiological testing showed no detection of total coliform or E. coli. The CCR is an important transparency tool that outlines detected constituents, regulatory thresholds, and typical sources of naturally occurring minerals. Residents with questions may contact the City of Needles Water Department at 760-326-5700.

The full 2025 Consumer Confidence Report is attached as an exhibit.

13.Active Transportation Plan – Community Workshop & Input Needed The City continues advancing its Active Transportation Plan (ATP), which will guide future investments in sidewalks, walking paths, curb and gutter, bike lanes, and overall pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements throughout Needles. A community workshop will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the El Garces Historic Train Depot, 950 Front Street. This event will provide residents, business owners, and stakeholders with an opportunity to directly identify priority projects and highlight mobility gaps using the interactive mapping platform. Twelve bikes of all sizes will be raffled

during the event to encourage participation. Community input remains critical to strengthening project prioritization and improving the City’s competitiveness for state and federal infrastructure funding. Those unable to attend may still provide feedback online at www.NeedlesATP.com/provide-input.

14.Clean California CCEP Grant Award – Revive the Desert Project Caltrans has officially awarded $25 million statewide through the Clean California Community Cleanup & Employment Pathway (CCEP) program, with 100% of funding directed to underserved communities. California, and the City of Needles, has been selected to receive $169,355 for our “Revive the Desert – Illegal Dumping Cleanup & Community Stewardship” project. The CCEP program combines litter and graffiti abatement with paid job training and transitional employment opportunities for justice-impacted individuals, individuals experiencing homelessness, and at-risk youth, delivering both environmental improvement and workforce development. Since launching in 2021, Clean California has removed 3.5 million cubic yards of litter and created more than 18,000 jobs statewide. This competitive award reflects strong grant leadership by Rainie Torrance, with Kathy Raasch supporting implementation and compliance in coordination with Public Works. It represents another successful effort to leverage external funding to produce visible local impact aligned with Council priorities.

15.IEHP Quarterly Meeting – Health & Wellness Benefits Overview This week, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) hosted its quarterly Rural Area Support Collaborative meeting in Needles, providing an overview of health and wellness benefits available to approximately 1,775 local members. The presentation highlighted preventive health screenings; chronic disease management programs for diabetes, asthma, and high blood pressure; maternal and well-child education; tobacco cessation services; mental health resources; transportation assistance; and community-based referrals through ConnectIE.

Residents seeking additional information or assistance may contact IEHP Member Services at 1-800-440-4347 (TTY: 1-800-718-4347), visit www.iehp.org, or access the 24-hour Nurse Advice Line at 1-888-244-4347. The full presentation is attached as an exhibit to this report.

16.Grub with a Cop – Successful Community Engagement Event The City would like to thank the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, Colorado River Station, for hosting a successful “Grub with a Cop” event on February 25 at River City Pizza. The event provided residents with an informal opportunity to engage directly with deputies, ask questions, and strengthen relationships in a relaxed and welcoming environment. We also extend our appreciation to River City Pizza for their hospitality and partnership in supporting this effort. Events like these reinforce open communication, build trust, and strengthen collaboration between law enforcement and the community.

17.Energy Assistance & Home Efficiency Support
This week, the Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County was on-site in Needles through its Energy, Education, and Environmental Services Program, assisting approximately a dozen local homes with energy-efficiency

upgrades to lower monthly utility costs. Crews worked directly in residential neighborhoods to implement weatherization improvements and related energysaving measures that enhance long-term household sustainability. These efforts help reduce energy burdens for income-qualified residents while supporting overall community resilience. Homeowners and renters who may qualify are encouraged to apply by calling 800-635-4618 or visiting www.cap-sbc.org to access available assistance programs.

18.Animal Services – Spay & Neuter Clinic
The Needles Animal Shelter is excited to announce its upcoming Spay and Neuter Clinic on April 9 and 10, in partnership with Dr. Angelina Beeks of Angels Touch Mobile Vet. This bi-annual clinic supports responsible pet ownership by helping prevent unwanted litters, reducing overpopulation, and improving long-term pet health within our community. The clinic is by appointment only, and a non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a spot.

Applications and deposits must be submitted in person at the Needles Animal Shelter, located at 1662 Flip Mendez Parkway. As this clinic is always in high demand and typically fills quickly, early registration is strongly encouraged.

Refer to the attached flyer for more information.

19.Needles Sunday Farmers Market at Santa Fe Park
The Needles Sunday Farmers Market continues to draw residents and visitors to Santa Fe Park each week, supporting local vendors and small businesses.

Hosted by Tumbleweed Markets Inc., the market features a rotating selection of fresh produce, baked goods, coffee, flowers, handmade items, and other locally made products. The market is held every Sunday through March 31, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Santa Fe Park. New vendors continue to join the lineup, expanding opportunities for local entrepreneurs and artisans. This ongoing event supports the City Council’s goals for community engagement and local economic vitality. Vendor information is available by contacting Market Manager Patrick Lauterio at (760) 848-8289 or [email protected].

20.Community Events Calendar Now Live
The City’s new website now features a Community Events Calendar—a single source for community events, civic meetings, and community programs. Local organizations are invited to submit or update events through the City Clerk’s Office to keep the calendar current and inclusive. Contact Candace Clark at [email protected] to participate. Residents can subscribe and sync the calendar to mobile devices for real-time updates, making it easier to stay informed and engaged.

1. SPRING INTO ACTION

2. THE RED DOG RIBBON CUTTING

3. SPORTS TOURISM

3. SPORTS TOURISM

4. COUNTY WASTE COLLECTION EVENT

6. LITTLE LEAGUE OPENING CEREMONY

7. CARL’S JR. REOPENING

8. ROUTE 66 MURAL

9. DISCOVER INLAND EMPIRE INTERNATIONAL

10. CITY LEAD BEAUTIFICATION

10. CITY LEAD BEAUTIFICATION

10. CITY LEAD BEAUTIFICATION

11. LILLYHILL AND BALBOA ROAD REPAIRS
BRIDGE
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MARINA AND GOLF CORSE BOUNDARY AGREEMENT PER RESO 9-1-87-3 WITH B.O.R.

C.O. Play Shade
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SAFARI DR GOLDEN LN

CHERRY DR DESERT DR RIVERVIEW LN MORGAN DR MUSTANG LN HOLIDAY WAY

EASY ST

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SPIKES RD
E. SPIKES RD W. SPIKES RD

LILLYHILL DRIVE

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ALISO STREET
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NORTH K STREET

BUSH STREET
WALNUT STREET CHESTNUT STREET MARKET STREET NORTH "L" STREET NORTH "L" STREET M STREET M STREET W. BROADWAY AVE

RACE STREET RACE STREET P ST R STREET S STREET CHANNEL R STREET T STREET U STREET

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PASHARD STREET
COLUMBUS DRIVE NEEDLES HWY BALBOA PLACE (ROUTE 66)
E. BROADWAY AVE
HWY 95 SOUTH
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HWY 95 SOUTH
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FRONT STREET
FLIP MENDEZ PARKWAY W. ARIZONA AVE

BRIDGE ROAD

RIVER ROAD MARINA DRIVE

RIVER ROAD

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RIVER ROAD

RIVER ROAD

BEACH DRIVE

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ROSS ST (FMIT) MERRIMAN STREET (FMIT) SMOKESTACK AVE (FMIT)

BARRCKMAN ST (FMIT) MONTEREY AVE Q STREET

R I V E R

C O L O R A D O
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Launch Ramp Beach
Activity Center Pool & Spa Storage Storage
Gate
Storage Office M o d e l s
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Guest Parking Boat Trailer & RV Parking Rec & Laundry
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W. BROADWAY AVE (OVERPASS)

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RACE STREET RACE STREET P ST R STREET S STREET CHANNEL R STREET T STREET U STREET

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COLUMBUS DRIVE NEEDLES HWY BALBOA PLACE (ROUTE 66)

NEEDLES HWY

NEEDLES HWY
NEEDLES HWY NATIONAL OLD TRAILS HWY (ROUTE 66)

NEEDLES HWY
NATIONAL OLD TRAILS HWY (ROUTE 66)
NATIONAL OLD TRAILS HWY (ROUTE 66) NEEDLES HWY
NEEDLES HWY W. PARK ROAD
E. PARK ROAD (PVT)

SHERMAN STREET (PVT)

TURTLE BEACH DRIVE (PVT) TURTLE BEACH DRIVE (PVT)
E. PARK ROAD (PVT)

WETMORE WAY (PVT) PEBBLE BEACH RD (PVT) WETMORE WAY (PVT) WASH BOARD DRIVE (PVT)WILSON DRIVE (PVT)

MARQUERITE LANE (PVT)

PALM LANE (PVT)

NEEDLES HWY

NEEDLES HWY

NEEDLES HWY WASHING MACHINE ROAD

TAMARACK LANE (PVT)

DAVID DRIVE (PVT) DAVID DRIVE (PVT)

SPORTSMAN'S COVE
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Storage Storage Storage Storage Store

RIVER ROAD CUT-OFF

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BRIDGE ROAD

RIVER ROAD MARINA DRIVE

RIVER STREET O STREET Q STREET LEWIS LN (FMIT) DAVIDSON ST (FMIT) LAMBERT ST (FMIT)

ROSS ST (FMIT) MERRIMAN STREET (FMIT) SMOKESTACK AVE (FMIT)

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City of Needles
Street Improvements & Water Service Replacement

NEEDLES TAX DOLLARS AT WORK
COMPLETED TO DATE 2025
Year Improvement Funding
2020 SLURRY PMP Phase I
2020 PAVING PMP / Phase II
2021 PAVING PMP PHASE II-B
2022 PAVING PMP / Phase III
2024 PAVING PMP / Phase IV-A
2025 PAVING PMP / Phase IV-B
2026 PAVING PMP / Phase V
Annual Water Quality
Consumer Confidence Report
2025
To ensure our water meets all State and Federal
regulatory standards, we sample and test our
water system regularly and send these samples
to an independent lab for processing. We test
for a variety of contaminants on a regular basis.

Contaminants are things that might be present
in the water and could compromise its safety.

Many contaminants that we test for are naturally
occurring, but depending on the amount, could
cause health concerns.

Within this Consumer Confidence Report, we
have provided data tables that show what we
test for, if there was a detection, and if so, at what
level. It’s important to remember that if there is a
detection, that doesn’t mean the water is not safe
to drink. Many naturally occurring elements found
in water are detected at low levels but are only
known to have an adverse health affect at very high
levels, over a long period of time. Ensuring water
quality is a complex process and the information
we provide may seem complicated. We want to
make sure to answer any questions or concerns
you may have. If you have any questions, please
contact the City of Needles at 760-326-5740.

Water SavingTips
Find and Fix Leaks
Check toilets and faucets for leaks, and repair
them promptly.

Take Shorter Showers
Shortening your shower by 1-2 mins. can save
up to 700 gallons per year!
Wash Full Loads (Clothes & Dishes)
Only run your dishwasher and clothes
washer when they’re full.

Avoid Watering Mid-Day
Water only in the early mornings or late
evenings to minimize evaporation and wind.

Choose the Right Plants
Replace a portion of your lawn with native
and CA Friendly plants that use less water.

Install Smart Sprinklers
Use water efficient technology like drip
irrigation, rotating sprinkler nozzles, and
Do you know where your
water comes from?
One hundred percent of our water supply in
the City of Needles comes from groundwater!
An Overview of
Your 2025 Consumer
Confidence Report
Each year, the City of Needles Water Department
prepares our annual Consumer Confidence
Report.This report identifies what we test our
water for, what was present and provides a
snapshot of the water quality requirements set
by the California State Water Resources Control
Board (State Board) and the United States
Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).

Message from the United States Environmental Protection Agency The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals (and, in some cases, radioactive material) and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria,that may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations,and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, that can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, orfarming.
• Pesticides and herbicides, that may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.
• Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, that are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, agricultural application,and septic systems. • Radioactive contaminants, that can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

To ensure that tap water meets all Federal and State parameters, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and the State Water Resources Control Board (State Board) prescribe regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations also establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that provide the same protection for public health.

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. For more information about contaminants and potential health effects, please call the USEPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immunocompromised persons, such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. USEPA/Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).

LEAD & COPPER-2025
(units) ACTION
LEVEL
PHG
(MCLG)
Range of
Detection
90th %
Level
MCL
Violation?
Most
Recent
Sampling
Date
Typical Source of Constituent
Copper
(mg/L) 1.3 0.3 ND -0.240 0.240 No 2025
Internal corrosion of household plumbing
systems; erosion of natural deposits;
leaching from wood preservatives. No
samples collected exceeded the action level.

Lead
(mg/L) 15 0.2 ND -

0.0034

0.0034 No 2025
Internal corrosion of household water
plumbing systems; discharges from
industrial manufacturers, erosion of natural
deposits. No samples collected exceeded the
action level.

The city of Needles is required to monitor your drinking water for specific contaminants on a regular basis. Results of regular monitoring are indicator of an indicator of weather or not your drinking water meets health standards. During 2025 All Health standards were met. metmetStandards
all current sampling meet current Health Standards..
2025 Water
QualityTest
Results
Last year, as in years past,
your tap water met all U.S.

EPA and State drinking water
health standards. The City of
Needles vigilantly safeguards its
water supplies and once again,
we are proud to report that
our system has not violated a
maximum contaminant level
or any other water quality
standard . This brochure is a
snapshot of last year’s water
quality. Included are details
about where your water
comes from, what your water
contains, and how it
compares to State standards.

We are committed to
providing you with
information because informed
customers are our best allies.

The State allows us to monitor
for some contaminants less than
once per year because the
concentrations of these
contaminants do not change
frequently. Some of our data,
though representative, are
more than one year old.

DETECTED CONSTITUENTS
YEAR’s TESTED 2025
INORGANIC CONSTITUENTS- 2025
Chemical
Constituent
Unit of
Measure
State
MCL
MCL Goal /
PHG
Needles
Range
Needles
Average
Typical Source of
Contamination
Hardness mg/L NA NA 320-330 325 Erosion of Natural Deposits Calcium mg/L NA NA 77-79 78 Erosion of Natural Deposits Sulfate mg/L 500 NA 280-380 330 Erosion of Natural Deposits Chloride mg/L 600 NA 140-260 200 Erosion of Natural Deposits Nitrate (NO3) mg/L 10 <10 ND-1.1 1.1 Erosion of Natural Deposits Nitrite (NO2) mg/L 1 <1 ND – <0.3 <0.3 Erosion of Natural Deposits Fluoride mg/L 2 1 ND-1.5 1.5 Erosion of Natural Deposits Specific
Conductance Umho/cm 1600 NA 1400-2100 1750 Erosion of Natural Deposits Total Dissolved
Solids mg/L 1000 NA 830-1100 965 Erosion of Natural Deposits Turbidity NTU 5 NA ND-0.19 0.19 Erosion of Natural Deposits Iron ug/L 300 100 ND-130 130 Erosion of Natural Deposits Metals- Other – 2025
Chemical
Constituent
Unit of
Measure
State
MCL
MCL Goal /
PHG
Needles
Range
Needles
Average
Typical Source of
Contamination
Arsenic mg/L 10 0.004 ND-0.0053 0.0053 Erosion of Natural Deposits Manganese mg/L 50 nl=500 0.013-0.027 0.008 Erosion of Natural Deposits Magnesium mg/L NA NA 31-34 32.25 Erosion of Natural Deposits Sodium mg/L NA NA 160 -240 200 Erosion of Natural Deposits Chromium mg/L 50 100 ND<0.005 <0.005 Erosion of Natural Deposits Bicarbonate mg/L NA NA 180 - 200 190 Erosion of Natural Deposits pH units NA NA 7.91-8.18 8.0 Erosion of Natural Deposits Barium mg/L 1000 2000 ND-0.023 0.023 Erosion of Natural Deposits Selenium mg/L 50 30 ND-<0.005 <0.005 Erosion of Natural Deposits MTBE mg/L 13 13 ND-
<0.0005
<0.0005 Leaking Underground Tanks
RADIOACTIVE CONSTITUENTS – 2025
Radioactive Unit of
Measure MCL MCL Goal / PHG Range Average Typical Source of Contamination Gross Alpha PCI/L 15 0 0 - 6.15 6.15 Erosion of Natural Deposits Water Quality Terms
Inorganic Chemicals Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. Primary MCLs are set as close to the PHGs (or MCLGs) as is economically and technologically feasible. Secondary MCLs are set to protect the odor, taste, and appearance of drinking water.

Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs are set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Public Health Goal (PHG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known/expected risk to health. PHGs are set by the CA Environmental Protection Agency.

Primary Drinking Water Standard (PDWS): MCLs and MRDLs for contaminants that affect health along with their monitoring, reporting, and water treatment requirements.

Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health.

MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.

Regulatory Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must follow.

Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.

Microbiological
Contaminants
(units)

PRMARY MCL PHG
(MCLG) Value MCL Violation?
Most
Recent
Sampling
Date
Typical Source of
Constituent
Total Coliform Bacteria (%
of monthly positive samples)
More than 5% of monthly
samples are positive (0) 0 No 2025 Naturally present in the environment Fecal Coliform and E. coli
Bacteria (number of monthly
positive samples)
A routine sample and a repeat
sample are total coliform
positive, and one is also Fecal
Coliform or E.coli positive
(0) 0 No 2025
Human and animal
fecal waste
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WATER QUALITY-2025
List of Acronyms
DLR: Detection Limit for Purposes of Reporting GWUI:

Ground Water Under the Influence ofSurfaceWater mg/L: Milligrams per Liter or Parts Per Million (PPM) -
Equivalent to 1 second in 11.5 days ng/L:

Nanograms per liter or Parts PerTrillion (PPT) - Equivalent to 1 second in nearly 32,000 years
NA: Not Applicable NC: Not Collected ND: Not Detected
NL: Notification Level NS: Not Sampled
NTU: NephelometricTurbidity Units (Suspended Material)
pCi/L: Pico Curies per Liter
pg/L: Picograms per liter or Parts Per
Quadrillion(PPQ) - Equivalent to 1 second in nearly 32,000,000 years Sequestration: Phosphates Used inWaterTreatment
to Control Metal Releases
uS/cm: MicroSeimenper Centimeter
µg/L: Micrograms per Liter or Parts Per Billion(PPB)
- Equivalent to 1 second in nearly 32 years
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