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APPOINTMENTS
City of San Bernardino
Request for Council Action
Date: August 6, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Helen Tran, Mayor
Department: Mayor’s Office
Subject: Arts and Historical Preservation Commission
Appointment of Robert A. Porter (Mayor’s Appointment)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the appointment of Robert A. Porter to the Arts and Historical Preservation Commission representing all wards (Mayor’s Appointment) with the term ending December 2026. Robert A. Porter will replace Simeone Miller. Council Staff has verified that appointee is a registered voter within the city.
Executive Summary
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the appointment of Robert A. Porter to the Arts and Historical Preservation Commission representing all wards (Mayor’s Appointment) with the term ending December 2026.
Background
The Arts and Historical Preservation Commission was established by Resolution No. 2018-97 on April 4, 2018 and is charged with advising the Mayor, City Council and City Staff on matters pertaining to the arts, culture, and historic preservation and heritage in the city. The commission is also charged with serving in an advisory capacity to the Planning Commission in making recommendations relating to the designation, preservation and protection of historical properties. Appointees to the commission must have relevant experience or knowledge of visual, performing, literary, and multi- media arts, cultural and architectural heritage or other areas which relate to the mission and purpose of the commission.
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Discussion
The Arts and Historical Preservation Commission is composed of nine (9) members who serve at the pleasure of the Mayor and City Council. Pursuant to Chapter 2.17 of the Municipal Code, each City Council Member shall nominate one (1) member who shall serve during and for the term of the nominating Council Member, and the Mayor shall nominate two (2) members who shall serve during and for the term of the Mayor. 2021-2025 Strategic Targets and Goals
The proposed commission appointment aligns with Key Target No. 2: Focused, Aligned Leadership and Unified Community by building a culture that attracts, retains, and motivates the highest quality talent.
Fiscal Impact
No fiscal impact to the city.
Conclusion
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the appointment of Robert A. Porter to the Arts and Historical Preservation Commission representing all wards (Mayor’s Appointment) with the term ending December 2026. Robert A. Porter will replace Simeone Miller. Council Staff has verified that appointee is a registered voter within the city.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Commission Application Robert A. Porter (REDACTED) Attachment 2 – Resolution No. 2018-97
Ward:
All Wards
Synopsis of Previous Council Actions:
April 4, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-97 establishing the Arts and Historical Preservation Commission was adopted.