MINUTES
Regular meetings of the City Council and the Redlands Housing Corporation of the City of Redlands held in the Council Chambers, Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 5:00 P.M.
Present: Mario Saucedo, Mayor
Marc Shaw, Mayor Pro Tempore
Paul Barich, Council Member
Eddie Tejeda, Council Member
Denise Davis, Council Member
Staff:
Charles M. Duggan, Jr., City Manager; Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney; Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk; Phillip Doolittle, City Treasurer; Danielle Garcia, Assistant City Manager; Kurt O. Wilson, Assistant City Manager; Carl Baker, Public Information Officer; Rich Sessler, Fire Chief; Rachel Tolber, Police Chief; Tabitha Crocker, Facilities and Community Services Director; Sean Reilly, Development Services Director; Monica Heredia, Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director; James Garland, Interim Management Services/Finance Director
A. Call City Council Meeting to Order
B. Public Comment
There was no public comment.
C. Recess City Council Meeting to a Closed Session
1. Conference with legal counsel - anticipated litigation pursuant to California Government Code § 54956.9 (d)(2) and (d)(3) in one (1) matter:
2. Conference with legal counsel: Existing Litigation - Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1) D. Reconvene City Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
E. Invocation by Mayor Pro Tem Shaw - Pledge of Allegiance F. Closed Session Report
City Attorney Garcia announced the following action was taken during the closed session:
Item C.1 - There was no reportable action.
Item C.2. - Pursuant to government code section 54957.1(a)(3)(a) the City Council took action to approve a proposed settlement in the matter of Armstrong Cal Builders vs. City of Redlands, based on the following terms: Plaintiff shall release all claims, known and unknown against the City of Redlands. The City shall pay plaintiff the undisputed retention in the amount of $55, 920.49, and for Change Order Nos. 24 and 25 in the amount of $52,778 for a total amount of $108,698.49 without any admission of liability by the City of Redlands. The Mayor is authorized to sign the settlement agreement and a copy of the Agreement will be available in the City Clerk's office once fully executed by all the parties. Motion to approve the settlement was made by Council Member Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Davis and passed unanimously.
G. Presentations
1. Redlands Pet Adoption
Animal Services Supervisor Joe Alcarez and Kennel Attendant Hailey Stuck showed off "Ocean", a two-year-old male Pit-Bull Husky mix dog, who is available for adoption, along with twenty-four other dogs and one cat at the Redlands Animal Shelter. Mr. Alcarez provided the Shelter statistics for August 2026, which included 23 adoptions, 10 reunited with owners, and one rescue transfer.
2. Presentation of the Adult Literacy Day Proclamation to Diane Shimota, Adult Literacy Coordinator; Don McCue, Library Director; and Kim Green Tutor and Computer Class Instructor Mayor Saucedo presented the Adult Literacy Day Proclamation to Diane Shimota, Adult Literacy Coordinator; Don McCue, Library Director; Rosa Gomez, Library Board Vice President, and Kim Green Tutor and Computer Class Instructor.
3. Recognition of David Rabindranath's Man of the Year Award from State Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes The City Council and Maria Bruner, representing Assemblymember Eloise Reyes, recognized David Rabindranath's Man of the Year Award, presented him with a fine plaque, and honored his achievements with heartfelt recognition.
4. Presentation on the Accelerated Neighborhood Climate Action (ANCA) Redlands Neighborhood Disaster Preparedness Program
Council Member Davis introduced Linda Hamilton and Anna Caplan who presented the Accelerated Neighborhood Climate Action (ANCA) Redlands Neighborhood Disaster Preparedness and Map Your Neighborhood (MYN) Program. They outlined several tips and tools to help people take charge of their preparedness efforts, including having a plan, getting to know their neighbors, bringing them together, holding meetings, and sharing information.
5. Recognition of Community Members and Emergency Responders for Life-Saving Actions on July 7, 2026
Fire Chief Sessler recognized Community Members and Emergency Responders for Life-Saving Actions on July 7, 2026. Certificates were presented to Dominic Lopez, Caitlin Arakawa and Dispatcher Jordyn Brasil in recognition of their outstanding efforts to take action, work as a team, and provide the necessary care to save a life.
H. Public Comment - City Council
Various Musings - Dennis Bell suggested there were several non-profit organizations who should cover the costs of hosting their own events rather than requesting in-kind support from the City, including the Redlands Bowl Associates and Stater Bros Charities. He noted the Community Forward newspaper raised five issues facing the Council and asked how they would be funded. The items, included the need to expand fire coverage and neglected City infrastructure.
Free Parking - Andy Hoder said the benefits of free parking are enormous, and the public has come to expect it.
Recently, though, the parking lot of the closed Look Theater is charging to park, catching many people by surprise, as they have received tickets. He suggested the City explore the possibility of purchasing the lot to expand the number of locations where people can park for free.
Complaints - Stephen Rogers listed his grievances and alleged fraud against the City, specifically citing purchasing irregularities and the improper grading activities on land located at Mentone Blvd and Amethyst. He added that he had submitted two reports of fraud to the County.
I. Consent Calendar
1. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of July 21, 2026 On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the minutes of the regular meeting of July 21, 2026.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
2. Authorize issuance of a proclamation Acknowledging David Rabindranath on Receiving the Man of the Year from Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council authorized, by roll call vote, the issuance of a proclamation acknowledging David Rabindranath receiving the Man of Year Award from Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
3. Authorize issuance of a proclamation declaring September 27, 2026 as Adult Literacy Day On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council authorized, by roll call vote, the issuance of a proclamation declaring September 27, 2026 as Adult Literacy Day in the City of Redlands.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
4. Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Many Mansions to correct discrepancies in the rate schedule and authorize reimbursement for eligible supply expenditures in accordance with the Scope of Services
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the First Amendment Agreement to the Professional Services Agreement with Many Mansions to revise the Rate Sheet to correct discrepancies in the approved rates and clarify reimbursement for eligible supply expenditures consistent with the Agreement and Scope of Services. The revisions include correcting the annual total salary amounts, adding eligible supply expenditures to the expenditure column, adding the benefits percentage breakdown, and correcting the total amount of the Agreement to reflect the approved not-to-exceed amount of $300,000.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
5. Approve a Funding Agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association for Museum of Redlands Store and Event Pavilion Operations and Coordination Services and determine that approval of the agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines
Assistant City Manager Garcia presented the Funding Agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association for professional services associated with the Museum of Redlands Store and Event Pavilion operations. The Agreement provides for RHMA to fund 100% of the first-year costs for the related professional services, in an amount not to exceed $95,000. As public comment, Stephen Rogers said he was concerned there were no dollar limits set within the agreement. He found that troublesome and said the structure at Sylvan Park, which was used to store items for the Museum, is an eyesore.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Paul Barich, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the Funding Agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association for professional services associated with Museum of Redlands Store and Event Pavilion operations and coordination; and determined that approval of the agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
6. Notice to conduct an annual review of approved Development Agreements in accordance with Chapter 18.220 of the Redlands Municipal Code
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council agreed, by roll call vote, to receive and file the notice that the following Development Agreements will be subject to an annual review for calendar year 2025 in accordance with Chapter 18.220 of the Redlands Municipal Code (RMC): Mountainview Power Company, Robertson's Ready Mix, Ltd, Cemex Construction Materials, L.P., Cal-Red Facility, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, and Redlands Health Services and AV Associates, Redlands Community Hospital, ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute), and VPV State Street Village, LLC.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
7. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for California Conservation Corps and California Military Department Handcrews to Support Conservation, Fuels Management, and Hazard Reduction Projects On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Redlands and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for the use of California Conservation Corps and California Military Department Handcrews to perform conservation, fuels management, and hazard reduction projects; and authorized the City Manager to execute the MOU, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Attorney.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
8. Adopt Resolution No. 8816, Rescinding Resolution No. 8782, Reaffirming and Setting the Special Tax for Emergency Paramedic Service for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, and Directing the San Bernardino County Auditor/Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to Place the Emergency Paramedic Service Special Taxes on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Tax Roll
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8816, rescinding Resolution No. 8782, reaffirming and setting the Emergency Paramedic Special Tax for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, and directing the San Bernardino County Auditor/Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to place the Emergency Paramedic Service Special Taxes on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Tax Roll, and incorporating additional language required by the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector for placement of the special tax on the County property tax roll.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
9. Adopt Resolution No. 8817, Rescinding Resolution No. 8807, Reaffirming and Approving Delinquent Weed Abatement Enforcement Costs, and Directing the San Bernardino County Auditor/Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to Place the Delinquent Weed Abatement Costs on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Tax Roll
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8817, rescinding Resolution No. 8807, and reaffirming and approving delinquent weed abatement enforcement costs, and directing the County Auditor/Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to place the Delinquent Weed Abatement Costs on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Property Tax Roll.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
10. Approve the side letter agreements between the City of Redlands and (i) the Redlands Association of Management Employees, (ii) the Redlands Association of Mid-Management Employees, and (iii) the Redlands Civilian Safety Employee Association, which amend and modify the respective articles within each Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to Health Insurance Human Resources/Risk Management Director King reviewed the need to amend and modify the respective articles within each Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to Health Insurance, for the side letter agreements with (i) the Redlands Association of Management Employees, (ii) the Redlands Association of Mid-Management Employees, and (iii) the Redlands Association of Civilian Safety Employee Association. As public comment, Stephen Rogers questioned whether all the bargaining units were amended and modified to contain the same language related to Health Insurance.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Mario Saucedo, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the side letter agreements between the City of Redlands and the Redlands Association of Management Employees, the Redlands Association of Mid-Management Employees, and the Redlands Association of Civilian Safety Employee Association, which amend and modify the respective articles within each Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to Health Insurance.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
11. Approve the side letter agreement between the City of Redlands and Redlands Police Officers Association (RPOA), which amends and modifies Article 8 of the RPOA Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) pertaining to Field Training Officer Sergeant Incentive Pay On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, side letter agreement between the City of Redlands and Redlands Police Officer Association, which amends and modifies Article 8 of the Redlands Police Officer Association Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to the Field Training Officer Sergeant Incentive Pay.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
12. Adopt Resolution No. 8820, Rescinding Resolution No. 8790, Reaffirming and Approving the Levying of Special Taxes Within the City of Redlands Community Facilities District No. 2003-1 (Redlands Business Center), and Directing the San Bernardino County Auditor/Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to Place the City of Redlands Community Facilities District No. 2003-1 Special Taxes on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Tax Roll Interim Management Services/Finance Director Garland detailed Resolution No. 8820 and rescinding Resolution No. 8790, to reaffirm the levying of special taxes within the City of Redlands Community Facilities District No. 2003-1 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to incorporate language required by the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector for placement of the special tax on the annual tax roll. As public comment, Stephen Rogers was pleased to see assessments are being charged but questioned whether engineers played a role in preparing the maps associated with each CFD.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8820 and rescind Resolution No. 8790, reaffirming the levying of special taxes within the City of Redlands Community Facilities District No. 2003-1 for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to incorporate language required by the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector for placement of the special tax on the annual tax roll.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
13. Adopt Resolution No. 8821, Rescinding Resolution No. 8810, Reaffirming and Approving the Delinquent Municipal Services Report, Confirming the Delinquent Municipal Service Charges as Liens, and Directing the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to Place the Delinquent Municipal Service Charges on the Fiscal Year 2026–2027 Tax Roll On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8821 rescinding Resolution No. 8810 reaffirming and approving the Delinquent Municipal Services Accounts Report, confirming the previously approved delinquent municipal service charges as liens, and directing the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to place the delinquent municipal service charges on the Fiscal Year 2026–27 Tax Roll.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
14. Approve a Single Source Agreement with Hauler Hero, Inc. for three years with two optional one- year extensions, for an amount not to exceed $242,550 for roll-off and route management software On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the Single Source agreement with Hauler Hero, Inc., for three years with two optional one-year extensions, for an amount not to exceed $242,550.00 for roll-off and route management software.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
15. Approve a sole source purchase with DynaTouch Corporation for two full service payment kiosks (credit/debit card, check, and cash), one through-the-wall and one standalone indoor, not to exceed the amount of $107,082
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, a sole source purchase with DynaTouch Corporation; and approved the Statement of Work with DynaTouch Corporation for two full-service payment kiosks (credit/debit card, check, and cash), one through-the-wall and one standalone indoor, not to exceed the amount of $107,082.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
16. Approve a Sole Source Purchase and Software Support Services Agreement with LCPtracker, Inc., to furnish labor compliance review software and related services for an amount not to exceed $53,445.55
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, a Sole Source Purchase and Software Support Services Agreement with LCPtracker, Inc., for labor compliance review software and related services in the amount of $53,445.55 for an agreement term of four (4) years.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
17. Approve a First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith Inc. to continue providing construction engineering support services for the construction phase of the Joint Utilities Laboratory Building Renovation and Expansion Project Phase 1, and bidding support services for Phase 2 of this project by increasing the total not to exceed amount to $249,638 and determine that this action is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. to continue providing construction engineering support services for the construction phase of the Joint Utilities Laboratory Building Renovation and Expansion Project.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
18. Approve a Single Source Professional Services Agreement with CASC Engineering & Consulting, Inc. (CASC) to provide National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program management support services for an amount not to exceed $138,915, and determine that approval of the agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, that approval of the Professional Services Agreement with CASC is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the single source Professional Services Agreement with CASC Engineering & Consulting, Inc. (CASC), to provide NPDES program management support services for an amount not to exceed $138,915.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
19. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Compass IGG & Advocacy and the Redlands Police Department and authorize the Chief of Police to sign the MOU On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between Compass IGG & Advocacy and the Redlands Police Department and authorized the Chief of Police to execute the MOU.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
20. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Colton-Redlands-Yucaipa Regional Occupational Program to provide temporary staffing services to support the Recreation and Senior Services Divisions in an amount not to exceed $140,000, and determine that approval of the Memorandum of Understanding is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, that approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Colton-Redlands- Yucaipa Regional Occupational Program is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b) (3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the Memorandum of Understanding with Colton-Redlands-Yucaipa Regional Occupational Program for temporary staffing services in an amount not to exceed $140,000 for a term of two years.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
21. Adopt Resolution No. 8822 and Resolution No. 8823 rescinding Resolution Nos. 8772 and 8773 and Reaffirming Street Lighting District No. 1 and Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 Annual Assessments, and Directing the San Bernardino County Auditor/Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to Place the Assessments on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Tax Roll Facilities and Community Services Department Director Crocker summarized Resolution No. 8822, rescinding Resolution No. 8772, reaffirming and approving the Street Lighting District No. 1 annual assessments, and Resolution No. 8823, rescinding Resolution No 8773, reaffirming and approving the Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 annual assessments. The resolutions expressly direct the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to place the assessments on the Fiscal Year 2026–27 Tax Roll, and authorize the total amount of the assessments, including applicable County administrative and processing fees, to satisfy the County's requirements for placement on the annual property tax roll.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Paul Barich, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8822, rescinding Resolution No. 8772, reaffirming and approving the Street Lighting District No. 1 annual assessments, adopt Resolution No. 8823, rescinding Resolution No 8773, reaffirming and approving the Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 annual assessments, expressly directing the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to place the assessments on the Fiscal Year 2026–27 Tax Roll, and authorizing the total amount of the assessments, including applicable County administrative and processing fees, to satisfy the County's requirements for placement on the annual property tax roll.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
22. Adopt Resolution No. 8824 Rescinding Resolution No. 8808 and Approving the Delinquent Administrative Citation and Fine Report, Confirming the Delinquent Administrative Citation and Fines as Liens, and Directing the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector to Place the Delinquent Administrative Citation and Fine Charges on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Tax Roll On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8824 rescinding Resolution No. 8808; reaffirming and approving the Delinquent Administrative Citation and Fine Report and the submittal of the report to the San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector for recordation of a special assessment on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 tax roll against properties resulting from the non-payment of certain City of Redlands municipal administrative citations;
Vote: 5-0 Passed
23. Approve the use of city resources and the request for in-kind support in the amount of $2,040.00 related to the Art-On-State Street event hosted by the Redlands Art Association on September 20, 2026; approve temporary street closures; and determine that the event is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15311(c) of the state's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, that the approval of the event is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15311(c) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the request for in-kind support in the amount of $2,040.00 for the Art-On-State Street event, and approved the temporary street closure related to this event.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
24. Approve the use of city resources and in-kind request in the amount of $44,048.44 related to the Believe Walk event hosted by the Stater Bros Charities on Sunday, October 4, 2026, approve temporary street closures related to the event; and determine that the event is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15311(c) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, that the approval of the event is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15311(c) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the in-kind support request in the amount of $44,048.44 for the Stater Bros Charities Believe Walk, and approved the temporary street closures related to this event.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
25. Approve the use of city resources and the request for in-kind support in the amount of $24,415.00 related to the Dog Jog event hosted by the Redlands Chamber of Commerce on October 25, 2026; approve temporary street closures related to the event; and determine that the event is categorically exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15311(c) of the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, that the approval of the event is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15311(c) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved the in-kind support request in the amount of $24,415.00 for the Dog Jog event, and approved the temporary street closures related to this event to be held on October 25, 2026.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
J. Communications
1. Discussion and possible action relating to the designation of Voting Delegates to represent the City at the 2026 Annual Conference of the League of California Cities Mayor Saucedo opened the discussion relating to the designation of a voting delegate and alternates to the 2026 League of California Cities Annual Conference.
On motion of Mayor Mario Saucedo, seconded by Council Member Paul Barich, the City Council unanimously designated, by roll call vote, Mayor Pro Tem Shaw to serve as the voting delegate for the League of California Cities 2026 Annual Conference; and designated Council Member Davis to serve as alternate voting delegate for the League of California Cities 2026 Annual Conference, scheduled to occur on September 23-25, 2026 in Anaheim.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
K. Public Hearings
1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING to consider Ordinance Text Amendment No. 372 to amend Title 18 (Zoning Regulations) of the Redlands Municipal Code to prohibit new warehouses and logistics distribution facilities, as defined, and allow existing warehouses to remain as permitted or conditionally permitted uses; consideration of a proposed amendment to Chapter 18.156, Article XII (Warehouses and Logistics Distribution Centers) to add new Section 18.156.970 for new rebuilding provisions for existing warehouses and logistics distribution centers; and consideration of Resolution No. 8793 to amend the commercial and industrial Specific Plans of the City of Redlands to prohibit new warehouses and logistics distribution facilities, as defined, and allow existing warehouses to remain as permitted or conditionally permitted uses. The proposal qualifies for exemption from environmental review in accordance with Sections 15061(b)(3), 15308, and 15378(b)(5) of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines
Mayor Saucedo declared the meeting open as a public hearing and called on City Planner/Planning Manager Brian Foote for background regarding the consideration of Ordinance Text Amendment No. 372 to amend Title 18 of the Redlands Municipal Code and Resolution No. 8793 to amend the commercial and industrial specific plans of the City to prohibit new warehouses and logistics distribution facilities. He announced the draft Ordinance was Amended after the agenda was published to correct certain errors.
On April 14, 2026, the Planning Commission discussed the draft ordinance language and made suggestions for changes including: add definitions for the terms Alteration and Repair; add additional language to reiterate that a property with a valid unexpired land use entitlement from the City (for a facility that has not yet been constructed) has the same land use rights as existing warehouses; and add provisions that would allow for an existing warehouse to increase the building height up to 15 percent and/or add more truck docking positions to the building, subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit and certain additional criteria specified in the proposed code amendment.
On May 12, 2026, the Planning Commission reviewed the revised ordinance language, and adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council approve Ordinance Text Amendment No. 372 and the related Specific Plan Amendments. On June 16, 2026, the City Council held a public hearing, received the staff presentation and public comments, and continued the public hearing (without any discussion or deliberation) to tonight's meeting.
As public comment, Michael Paisner, Germaine Miles and Bruce Laycook urged the Council to heed constituents, who have consistently opposed warehouse development. They voiced frustration over a perceived lack of developer transparency and expressed concern that the amended ordinance grants developers excessive flexibility, creating loopholes.
Bill Blankenship, of CREDA/NAIOP IE, representing the logistics industry, supported an ordinance that prohibits new warehouses, while still permitting improvements to existing buildings, and he recommended that building heights be regulated according to the code established for each zoning district. One written comment was received from Nicole Torstvet, of Prologis, who opposed the provision limiting building-height increases to 15% of the existing height. She pointed out the zoning district already establishes the appropriate maximum building height and the CUP process provides the City the ability to review each proposal and address site-specific issues.
Mayor Saucedo closed the public hearing.
Council Members raised several questions and discussed at length the proposed ordinance. Topics considered included, balancing the desire for no future warehouses, while also encouraging developers to improve existing buildings in a sustainable way. Ordinance No. 3002 proposes Section 18.156.970, which allows for a 15% increase in building height, but it was argued this may be insufficient to modernize older, functionally obsolete buildings, since it may not create enough usable interior space. This could discourage needed investment in redevelopment.
Council Members concurred that removing the 15% cap was acceptable and they determined that continuing the hearing would allow staff the time to revise this section.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Marc Shaw, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council agreed, by roll call vote, to continue the Public Hearing to the City Council meeting of October 6, 2026, to allow staff additional time to prepare revised language for 18.156.970.C.1, providing for the requirement for applicants to demonstrate a net benefit when requesting an increase to building height as part of a Conditional Use Permit application.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
L. New Business
1. Consideration of a Sole Source Agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association and MPQA, LLC for Museum of Redlands Store and Event Pavilion Operations and Coordination Services, approval of an Additional Appropriation, and determination that approval of the Agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines Assistant City Manager Garcia a reviewed a Sole Source Agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association and MPQA, LLC for Museum of Redlands Store and Event Pavilion Operations and Coordination Services. On April 21, 2026, the City Council approved a License Agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association (RHMA) establishing the framework for RHMA’s activities at the Museum of Redlands, including operation of the museum store and use of the event pavilion for programming, fundraising, and third-party rentals. The City retains ownership and overall operational control of the Museum, while RHMA supports activities intended to activate the facility and generate revenue for Museum-related purposes. The Agreement establishes a not-to-exceed amount of $95,000 through June 30, 2027. Under the separate Funding Agreement approved earlier this evening, provides for RHMA to fund 100% of the first-year costs for the related professional services, in an amount not to exceed $95,000. The RHMA would reimburse the City for the costs incurred under this Agreement. The proposed three-party agreement would establish MPQA’s role in operating and coordinating activities for the museum store and event pavilion.
As public comment, Bruce Laycook supported this item, but noted he was unable to find information regarding MPQA and requested clarification about the organization's identity. City Attorney Garcia confirmed that the City does possess all necessary business documentation for the consultant, explaining the Secretary of State's website has been offline for the past few weeks, preventing public verification. John Malcolm recommended keeping agenda descriptions clear and consistent, pointing out that this item omitted the $95,000 funding details.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Paul Barich, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the single/sole source procurement of services from and Agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association and MPQA, LLC for Museum of Redlands Store and Event Pavilion Operations and Coordination Services in an amount not to exceed $95,000, approved an additional appropriation in the General Fund in the amount of $95,000, and determine that approval of the Agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines Vote: 5-0 Passed
Mayor Saucedo called for a brief recess at 8:03 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
2. Consideration of a grant award from the County of San Bernardino Office of Homeless Services in the amount of $611,041.00 from Homeless, Housing, Assistance, and Prevention 5 (HHAP-5) grant for the Project HomeKey Site, Emergency Shelter, and Outreach, authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the grant agreement; and approve authorization of an additional appropriation in the grant amount; and determine that the HHAP-5 Grant and Services are exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.
Homeless Solutions Manager David Rabindranath explained that in June 2026, the City was awarded a Project Homekey grant from the County of San Bernardino Office of Homeless Services in the amount of $611,041.00 from Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention 5 (HHAP-5) grant for the Project HomeKey Site, Emergency Shelter, and Outreach. The grant funds will allow the City to continue to provide a coordinated approach to addressing homelessness through Project Homekey supportive housing, emergency shelter, case management, and homeless outreach services.
On motion of Council Member Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council authorized, by roll call vote, an additional appropriation in the amount of $611,041.00, determined that the HHAP-5 Grant and Services are exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; accepted the grant award from the County of San Bernardino Office of Homeless Services in the amount of $611,041.00 from the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention 5 (HHAP-5) grant for the Project Site, Emergency Shelter, and Outreach; and authorized the City Manager or his designee to execute the grant agreement and related program documents.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
3. Consideration of Resolution No. 8819 Establishing the Confidential Employee Unit Human Resources/Risk Management Director King summarized Resolution No. 8819 establishing the Confidential Employee Unit. As the City's organizational structure and operational needs have evolved, several management and professional classifications have assumed significant responsibilities involving confidential labor relations information. Establishing a separate Confidential Employee Unit appropriately recognizes these responsibilities, avoids potential conflicts of interest in the administration of employer- employee relations, and is consistent with the City's authority. The proposed resolution establishes a Confidential Employee Unit consisting of the following classifications: 1) Assistant Director, Human Resources/Risk Management; 2) Human Resources Manager; 3) Human Resources Analyst; 4) Assistant Finance Director; 5) Finance Manager; and 6) Budget Analyst. As public comment, Stephen Rogers supported the establishment of a confidential unit but suggested the City Clerk position be added to this unit, as well.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Marc Shaw, seconded by Council Member Paul Barich, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8819 establishing a separate Confidential Employee Unit.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
4. Discussion and possible action regarding the City Clerk's compensation and consideration of Resolution No. 8825
Human Resources/Risk Management Director King detailed Resolution No. 8825 regarding the City Clerk’s compensation. In accordance with Government Code Section 36517, the City Clerk’s compensation (salary and benefits) is set by Resolution of the City Council. The most recent resolution setting forth the City Clerk’s salary at $85,454 per year plus benefits, was adopted in 2022. Staff brought forth a recommendation in July with similar corresponding salary increases to those that the City Council approved for union-represented employees, approximately 6.5 percent higher, representing the four percent across-the-board increase approved for general employees along with a 2.5 percent step increase.
However, the Council requested a revised recommendation to set the City Clerk's salary to a comparable classification's salary and benefit increase schedule. Staff evaluated comparable internal classifications and corresponding benefit structures to identify an appropriate benchmark for the City Clerk position and determined that the Redlands Association of Management Employees (Management Unit) was the most aligned, as the City Clerk serves as a full-time employee with ongoing operational responsibilities, such as overseeing elections, maintaining official records, ensuring compliance with the Brown Act and Public Records Act, administering municipal elections, and supporting the legislative functions of the City Council.
These responsibilities are administrative and operational in nature and are comparable to other full-time management positions within the organization.
The proposed resolution establishes the City Clerk's compensation by linking the position to the Management Unit salary schedule at Range 75, Step 3 ($130,552 annually) and provides that future across-the-board salary adjustments and selected benefits shall be administered in the same manner as the Management Unit.
As public comment, Stephen Rogers reiterated his suggestion to include the City Clerk position in the newly formed Confidential Employee Unit, and not the Management Unit.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Marc Shaw, seconded by Council Member Paul Barich, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8825, rescinding Resolution No. 8327 adjusting the City Clerk’s compensation.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
5. Consideration of Resolution No. 8826 Establishing a limited-term assignment program to provide temporary staffing support for City departments and authorizing the Human Resources Director to administer the program
Human Resources/Risk Management Director King highlighted Resolution No. 8826 establishing a limited- term assignment program to provide temporary staffing support for City departments. The Limited-Term Assignment Program would give City departments temporary staffing support when they face short-term shortages. The Human Resources Department would maintain a pool of up to 10 authorized limited-term positions, with each appointment limited to two years and funded by the requesting department.
The program is intended to help departments manage staffing gaps caused by leaves, military duty, workers’ compensation, special projects, workload increases, grant-funded work, and other temporary operational needs approved by the Human Resources Director. It offers a more responsive and cost-effective option than creating new positions or relying on temporary staffing agencies. The program may also help build a pipeline of future public-sector employees by giving participants municipal experience, training, and exposure to City operations.
On motion of Council Member Paul Barich, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8826 establishing a limited-term assignment program to provide temporary staffing support for City departments; and authorized the Human Resources Director to administer the program.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
6. Consideration of a Cooperative Purchase of a Type I Paramedic Squad Vehicle from Frazer, Ltd. in the Amount of $394,240 to Support Emergency Medical Response Operations Fire Chief Sessler detailed the need for a cooperative purchase of a Type I Paramedic Squad vehicle in the amount of $394,240 to support emergency medical response operations. Medic Squad 264 (MS264) was placed into service in 2018 and follows the Department's established 10-year replacement lifecycle, consisting of seven years as a frontline unit followed by three years in reserve status. The shortened lifecycle reflects the high mileage, extended engine hours, and increased operational demands associated with medic squad vehicles.
The proposed cooperative purchase consists of one Type I Paramedic Squad vehicle from Frazer, Ltd. in the amount of $394,240 through HGACBuy Cooperative Purchasing Contract No. AM10-23. The cooperative purchasing contract was competitively solicited and awarded, allowing the City to obtain competitive pricing without conducting a separate formal bidding process and the replacement paramedic squad will serve as a frontline emergency medical response vehicle.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Marc Shaw, seconded by Council Member Denise Davis, the City Council approved, by roll call vote, the cooperative purchase of a Type I Paramedic Squad vehicle in the amount of $394,240 to support emergency medical response operations; and authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute the necessary purchase agreements in accordance with City purchasing guidelines.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
7. Consideration of Resolution No. 8818 authorizing use of the State's Citizens' Option for Public Safety (COPS) Program Funds for Fiscal Year 2026/27 and 2027/28 for the purpose of ensuring public safety
Police Chief Tolber introduced Resolution No. 8818 for the use of the State's Citizens' Option for Public Safety Program Funds for Fiscal Year 2026/27 and 2027/28 to ensure public safety. The COPS program is an ongoing State-funded program that provides financial assistance to local agencies to support frontline public safety services. The State Budget Act continues to appropriate funding for the COPS program. To receive these funds, the City is required to maintain a separate, interest-bearing Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (SLESF) for the deposit of COPS revenues, with monthly transfers to the operating budget as needed to facilitate appropriations and expenditures. The City has complied with these requirements.
On motion of Mayor Pro Tem Marc Shaw, seconded by Council Member Eddie Tejeda, the City Council adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8818 for the use of the State's Citizens' Option for Public Safety Program Funds for Fiscal Year 2026/27 and 2027/28 to ensure public safety.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
8. Consideration of a non-competitive Professional Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for the implementation of the Remedial Action Plan at the Alabama Street Septage Ponds for an amount not to exceed $640,000, and determine that this action is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act
Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Heredia presented a non-competitive Professional Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for the implementation of the Remedial Action Plan at the Alabama Street Septage Ponds for an amount not to exceed $640,000. The sole-source selection of Rincon is justified based on the firm's unique qualifications and comprehensive institutional knowledge of the Alabama Street Septage Disposal Ponds project. Since 2018, Rincon has served as the City's environmental consultant of record, performing all major site investigations, developing the Water Board-approved FS/RAP, and maintaining detailed knowledge of the site's hydrogeologic conditions, contaminant distribution, risk assessments, and regulatory framework.
City Manager Duggan added clarification regarding oversight of the Septage Ponds, explaining that in 2017 a surface fire disturbed the closed disposal ponds, compromising site conditions and necessitating the development of an updated mitigation strategy to address potential environmental and regulatory concerns.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Mayor Mario Saucedo, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, that approval of the Professional Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved a single-source Professional Services Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for the implementation of the Remedial Action Plan at the Alabama Street Septage Disposal Ponds for an amount not to exceed $640,000.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
9. Consideration of a Single-Source Professional Services Agreement with Parsons Water & Infrastructure Inc. for construction plan consolidation and bid support services for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Phase 2 Project for an amount not to exceed $287,326 and determination that approval of the agreement is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's Guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act Municipal Utilities and Engineering Director Heredia presented a Single-Source Professional Services Agreement with Parsons Water & Infrastructure Inc. for construction plan consolidation and bid support services for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Phase 2 Project for an amount not to exceed $287,326. Although the Project received competitive interest, all submitted bids substantially exceeded the engineer's estimate and the funding available for construction. Consequently, on May 5, 2026, the City Council rejected all bids and directed staff to revise and re-advertise the Project.
MUED staff and Parsons subsequently continued refining the bid package to better align the Project's scope with available funding and construction market conditions. Because the existing agreement with Parsons has since expired, a new professional services agreement is required to complete the revised bid package and provide bidding support services. Staff successfully negotiated a not-to-exceed agreement amount of $287,326. As public comment, Stephen Rogers pointed out the City failed to create a Wastewater Master Plan concurrently with the General Plan. He also warned that the facility's construction costs will continue to skyrocket.
On motion of Council Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Council Member Paul Barich, the City Council determined, by roll call vote, that approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Parsons Water & Infrastructure, Inc. for construction plan consolidation and bid support services for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Phase 2 Project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State's guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act; and approved a single-source Professional Services Agreement with Parsons Water & Infrastructure Inc. for an amount not to exceed $287,326.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
M. Individual Council Member Announcements and/or Reports on Activities
1. Individual Council Member Report on Activities for July and August 2026 from Mayor Pro Tem Shaw Redlands Family Fun Day - 250th Celebration - Council Members thoroughly enjoyed this event at Coyoza Park, hosted by Redlands Rotary Club. The day was marked with the Redlands Police vs. Fire softball showdown, and included music, food, and family fun games.
Mayor Saucedo attended "Bowl with a Cop", Redlands Service Club Council, two Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremonies, Veterans Day Parade Committee meeting, met with two realty groups to discuss city business and projects, India's Independence Day celebration event, Hispanic Heritage planning meeting, San Bernardino County Housing Authority ribbon cutting for Phase II, and the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Board meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Shawsubmitted his report of activities for the month of July and August 2026, as available online and attached to the staff report.
Council Member Barich attended the Library Board Meeting and various Redlands Bowl events.
Council Member Tejeda attended the grand opening of an inclusionary playground in Rialto, Back to School Jam, and Redlands Ranch Market's 30th anniversary community celebration.
N. Adjournment
Council Member Davis adjourned the meeting at 8:46 pm in honor of two community members who passed away in August.
Rudi Whitmore was a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapist. A dedicated community organizer and adjunct professor at the University of Redlands, she will also be remembered for the sharp wit and insight she brought to a number of City Council meetings.
Justice Marsha G. Slough, who served on California's Fourth District Court of Appeal and was a two-decade veteran of the state judiciary, died on Saturday at 68, following an illness. Throughout her career, she was known for her sharp legal judgment but also the genuine humanity found in her words.
The next regular meeting of the City of Redlands City Council will be held on September 15, 2026.
O. Redlands Housing Corporation
1. CALL TO ORDER THE MEETING OF THE REDLANDS HOUSING CORPORATION
Present: Chair Saucedo, Vice-Chair Shaw, Directors Barich, Tejeda, and Davis Chair Saucedo called the Redlands Housing Board meeting to order.
2. Appointment of Temporary Board Chair and Board Secretary General Counsel Garcia reviewed the need to appoint a Temporary Board Chair and Temporary Board Secretary. The Redlands Housing Corporation Board will be officially appointing officers later in this agenda.
In order to ensure the orderly conduct of the meeting and to ensure the proper recordation of the meeting minutes, the Board is asked to appoint Mario Saucedo as the Temporary Board Chair and Jeanne Donaldson as the Temporary Board Secretary,
On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board appointed, by roll call vote, Mario Saucedo as temporary Board Chair and Jeanne Donaldson as Temporary Board Secretary.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
3. PUBLIC COMMENT - REDLANDS HOUSING CORPORATION
Stephen Rogers pointed to the City of Ontario as an example of failed real estate management and urged members to vote against forming the Redlands Housing Corporation.
Bruce Laycook noted that Shangri-la Industries has led us to this point because they defaulted on their contractual obligations, resulting in state litigation and foreclosure of the property.
4. NEW BUSINESS
5. Consider Approval of Organizational Certificate of Incorporator Appointing Directors of the Redlands Housing Corporation
General Counsel Garcia explained that the Organizational Certificate of Incorporator is a formal legal statement signed by the Corporation Board Members appointing themselves by name to serve as the first Board of Directors of the Redlands Housing Corporation. Effective September 1, 2026, the members of the Board of Directors of the Redlands Housing Corporation shall be: Mario Saucedo, Marc Shaw, Denise Davis, Eddie Tejeda, Paul Barich.
On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board adopted, by roll call vote, the Organizational Certificate of Incorporator of the Redlands Housing Corporation and Authorize the Board Members to Execute the Certificate.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
6. Review and Ratify Articles of Incorporation document that was filed and certified by the California Secretary of State
Assistant City Manager Garcia provided context surrounding the Homekey grant agreement with the State and Shangri-La Industries in 2022, for the acquisition and conversion of the former Good Nite Inn into permanent supportive housing. Following the 2023 acquisition of the property, Shangri-La departed the State after defaulting on its obligations under the grant agreement. At that time, the City began working with the State and other parties toward a settlement and a path for maintaining the property’s continued use as permanent supportive housing. As part of that effort, the Redlands Housing Corporation was formed as a California nonprofit public benefit corporation. Ratification of the Articles of Incorporation formally confirms the City’s authorization of the Corporation’s formation and the filing made with the California Secretary of State on August 3, 2026. The Articles establish the Corporation for public and charitable purposes, specifically to own and operate real property to expand housing opportunities in Redlands and to receive and use grants, contributions, and other resources in furtherance of that purpose.
On motion of Director Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Director Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board ratified, by roll call vote, the Articles of Incorporation for the Redlands Housing Authority.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
7. Consider Approval of the Redlands Housing Corporation Bylaws General Counsel Garcia opened the discussion regarding the Bylaws for the Redlands Housing Corporation.
As part of the Redlands Housing Corporation’s required actions under law, the Board of Directors must approve Bylaws which is a foundational document providing organization to the corporate structure and internal operations to the Redlands Housing Corporation. The Bylaws address matters, including, but not limited to: Establishing Governance Structure: Bylaws outline the Corporation’s purpose, its principal office, the number of Directors and the authority and responsibilities of the Board of Directors.
On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board adopted, by roll call vote, the Bylaws for the Redlands Housing Corporation.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
8. Consider Appointment of Officers of the Redlands Housing Corporation General Counsel Garcia put forth the Appointment of Officers of the Redlands Housing Corporation On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board appointed, by roll call vote, the following officers of the Redlands Housing Corporation:
Mario Saucedo, Board Chair, Marc Shaw, Board Vice Chair, Charles M. Duggan, Jr., President, Jeanne Donaldson, Secretary, and Phillip Doolittle, Treasurer; Appointed Board Chair replaces the Temporary Board Chair and manages the meeting and the appointed Secretary replaces the Temporary Secretary and records the Meeting Minutes; and further moved that the Officers appointed by the Board of Directors herein be authorized to take all acts necessary and required to fulfill the intent of all resolutions adopted by the Board at this meeting, including, but not limited to, taking all acts necessary and required to finalize incorporation and exemption filings; and authorized and directed the Secretary to sign the Certificate of Secretary of the Bylaws.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
9. Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-01-RHC Establishing a Minute Book of the Redlands Housing Corporation
General Counsel Garcia presented Resolution No. 2026-01-RHC establishing a Minute Book of the Redlands Housing Corporation. Section 9.1 of the Redlands Housing Corporation’s Bylaws requires the Board of Directors to establish and maintain a Corporate Minute Book which serves as a formal, centralized and permanent location where the Corporation maintains its organizational and founding documents, meetings records, and resolutions and other decisional records of the Board of Directors. The Secretary of the Corporation is designated as the custodian of the Minute Book.
On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 2026-01-RHC establishing a Minute Book of the Redlands Housing Corporation.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
10. Review and Consider Adoption of the Conflict of Interest Policy, Whistleblower Protection Policy and Document Retention and Destruction Policy of the Redlands Housing Corporation Assistant City Manager Garcia introduced Conflicts of Interest Policy, Whistleblower Protection Policy and Document Retention and Destruction Policy of the Redlands Housing Corporation. As public comment, Stephen Rogers supported these policies but noted the City does not maintain a code of conduct policy.
On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board adopted, by roll call vote, the Conflicts of Interest Policy, Whistleblower Protection Policy, and Document Retention and Destruction Policy and ask the Secretary to sign the corresponding Certificate of Secretary.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
11. Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-02-RHC Establishing the Date and Location of the Annual Regular Meetings of the Redlands Housing Corporation
Assistant City Manager Garcia introduced Resolution No. 2026-02-RHC establishing the Date and Location of the Annual Regular Meetings of the Redlands Housing Corporation. The annual regular meeting of the Board shall be held immediately following the first regular meeting of the Redlands City Council in September of each year, at the same location as that of the City Council meeting.
On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 2026-02-RHC establishing the date and location of the Regular Annual Meeting of the Redlands Housing Corporation. The annual regular meeting of the Board shall be held immediately following the first regular meeting of the Redlands City Council in September of each year.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
12. Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-03-RHC Establishing the Banking Institution of Record and Approving Certain Officers as Bank Account Authorized Signatories Assistant City Manager Garcia introduced Resolution No. 2026-03-RHC establishing the Banking Institution of Record and Approving Certain Officers as Bank Account Authorized Signatories. As part of the organizational actions necessary to establish the Redlands Housing Corporation, the Corporation must establish banking services for the deposit, custody, and disbursement of its funds. Resolution No. 2026-03- RHC selects U.S. Bank as an authorized depository and designates the President and Treasurer as Authorized Corporation Representatives.
On motion of Board Member Eddie Tejeda, seconded by Board Member Denise Davis, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 2026-03-RHC establishing the Banking Institution of Record and Approving Certain Officers as Bank Account Authorized Signatories.
Vote: 5-0 Passed
13. ADJOURN REDLANDS HOUSING CORPORATION
With no further action, the Redlands Housing Corporation Board meeting was adjourned at 9:07 p.m.