Minutes, regular meeting — Mayor and City Council, December 3, 2025

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FOR THE

REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ACTING AS THE

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN

BERNARDINO ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, MAYOR AND

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ACTING AS THE HOUSING AUTHORITY, AND MAYOR AND CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ACTING AS THE SAN BERNARDINO JOINT POWERS FINANCING

AUTHORITY
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025
4:00 PM
The Regular M eeting of t he Mayor a nd City Council of the C ity of San Bernardino was called to order at 4:32 PM by Mayor Helen T ran on W ednesday, December 3 , 2025, at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA.

CALL TO ORDER
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Present
Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Present
Juan Figueroa Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 3 Present
Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Present
Kim Knaus Council Member, Ward 5 Present
Mario Flores Council Member, Ward 6 Present
Dr. Treasure Ortiz Council Member, Ward 7 Present
Helen Tran Mayor Present
Eric Levitt City Manager Present
Albert Maldonado Deputy City Attorney Present
Telicia Lopez City Clerk Present
Perla Lopez Chief Deputy City Clerk Present
Mayor Helen Tran
Council Members
Theodore Sanchez
Sandra Ibarra
Juan Figueroa
Fred Shorett
Kim Knaus
Mario Flores
Dr. Treasure Ortiz
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CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no public comments or requests to speak for Closed Session.

P
rior to convening to Closed Session, Deputy City Attorney Albert Maldonado stated that Item C would be removed and not discussed.

LOSED SESSION

A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) and (d)(1):
i) Manuel Zamudio, Jr. v. Daniel Han, et al., United States District Court Case No. 5:24-cv 01747 MWF SHK
B) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)): (1) Case C) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - Initiation of Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): (1) Case 5:
00 PM
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was called to order at 5: 36 PM by Mayor Helen Tran on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 , at Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA.

Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Present
Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Absent
Juan Figueroa Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 3 Late 5:41 p.m.

Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Present
Kim Knaus Council Member, Ward 5 Late 5:37 p.m.

Mario Flores Council Member, Ward 6 Present
Dr. Treasure Ortiz Council Member, Ward 7 Present
Helen Tran Mayor Present
Eric Levitt City Manager Present
Albert Maldonado Deputy City Attorney Present
Telicia Lopez City Clerk Present
Perla Lopez Chief Deputy City Clerk Present
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NVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Bishop August Smith from Truelight Community Fellowship led the invocation, and Layla Moncada from Monterey Elementary School led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

LOSED SESSION REPORT
Deputy City Attorney Albert Maldonado stated that Item C was not discussed and there was no reportable action from Closed Session.

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Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 3 At this time, Mayor Tran reordered the agenda, and the public hearing was heard before the presentation.

UBLIC HEARING

2. General Plan Amendment 25-03, Introduce Ordinance No. MC-1657 Adding Section 10.24.195 to the San Bernardino Municipal Code adopting Citywide Truck Routes, and direct staff to comply with AB98 Warehouse Design and Build Standards (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino:

1. A
dopt Resolution No. 2025-393 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopting a Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act Section 15301(c), and approving General Plan Amendment 25- 03 to amend the Circulation Element to add Citywide Truck Routes Option A pursuant to Assembly Bill 98 (AB 98), (Attachment 1A).

2. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-394 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopting a Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act Section 15301(c), and approving General Plan Amendment 25- 03 to amend the Circulation Element to add Citywide Truck Routes Option B pursuant to Assembly Bill 98 (AB 98), (Attachment 1B);

3. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC -1657 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, amending the Municipal Code Title 10, Article I, Chapter 10.24, by adding Section 10.24.195 to add Citywide Truck Routes (Attachment 2);

4. Direct staff to comply with AB98 Warehouse Design and Build Standards pursuant to AB98 (Attachment 3); and

5. S
chedule the adoption of Ordinance No. MC -1657 for the regularly scheduled meeting of the Mayor and City Council on January 7, 2025.

Mayor Tran opened the public hearing at 5:44 p.m.

Interim City Planner Saied Naaseh gave a presentation to the Mayor and City Council.

T
here were five Public Comments.

Dolores Armstead opposed designating major streets as truck routes, citing safety and health concerns.

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Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 4 Mike Hartley spoke on the truck congestion from warehouse development and stressed that traffic studies should come first to prevent worsening problems.

Al Palazzo opposed truck traffic on local streets, urging the City to prioritize housing and transit-oriented development over more truck routes and warehouses.

Marvin Norman supported the truck route study but urged the City to address truck parking and ensure trucks stay on suitable roads.

Luis
Ojeda noted that trucks aren’t the main problem ; po
or planning, warehouse
approvals, and consumer demand for fast deliveries drive traffic issues.

May
or Tran closed the Public Hearing at 6:09 p.m.

Council Members discussed the proposed truck routes and highlighted concerns about truck routes through residential and historic areas. Locations identified included Mount Vernon, Highland Avenue, Baseline, and Mill Street . Citing safety, traffic congestion, and school zones. They emphasized aligning city truck routes with neighboring cities, rerouting trucks from sensitive areas, and ensuring thorough public input. Staff confirmed the map is not final and that adjustments will be made. Council requested a special meeting to review the revisions, with final adoption expected at the regular meeting on December 17, 2025.

RESULT: DIRECTED STAFF TO CALL A SPECIAL MEETING ON
DECEMBER 10 TH TO TAKE ACTION ON THE GENERAL PLAN

AMENDMENT TO AMEND THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT TO ADD
CITYWIDE TRUCK ROUTES [6-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Council Member, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
RESULT: INTRODUCED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1657 AND THE FINAL

READING OF THE ORDINANCE IS SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER
17, 2025 [7-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Council Member, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
City Clerk Lopez read the title of the Ordinance into the record.

The final reading of the Ordinance is scheduled for December 17, 2025.

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PRESENTATIONS

1. San Bernardino International Airport Authority (SBIAA) Presentation (All Wards) Chief Executive Officer Michael Burrows from the San Bernardino International Airport gave the presentation to the Mayor and City Council.

A
t this time, the regular agenda was resumed.

TY MANAGER UPDATE
City Manager Eric Levitt provided the City Manager Update. Highlights included Vanessa Carder being named the new Director of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services, Officer David Rosas retiring after 43 years of dedicated service, and California State University San Bernardino continuing to provide a major economic impact, contributing $1.2 billion annually and supporting 9,700 jobs. The City is offering $2.85 million in HUD grant funding for community organizations, with applications due January 16, 2026.

Additionally, Thanksgiving for the animal shelter event served nearly 300 dogs, including a pardoned turkey. The City kicks off the holiday season with events like the Downtown Miracle on Court Street, the Ho-Ho Parade, and the YMCA Children’s Christmas Parade.

The City marked the 10th Anniversary of the Inland Regional Center attack, reaffirming the “San Bernardino Strong” community message.

UBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED AND NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA Stephanie Tovar, Interim Program Director, San Bernardino YMCA, invited the community to the YMCA's 48th annual Children’s Christmas Parade on December 13, followed by a Jubilee with performances and community resources.

A
l Palazzo praised San Bernardino’s arts, local businesses, and history, reflecting on past tragedies and emphasizing the city’s resilience and potential for a better future.

Lui
s Ojeda praised the city beautification project and urged the council to respect public time by starting meetings on schedule.

C
hristian Shaughnessy thanked the Council but criticized City policies that displaced homeless youth for festival profits, urging urgent reform.

D
elores Armstead thanked the council for a vote not to remove Commissioner Suarez but criticized new home construction near contaminated sites, debris policies, the lack of a city hall, and downtown development.

M
ike Hartley spoke about the lack of Code Enforcement in the city, highlighting too few traffic and parking officers, unpermitted ADUs, and code violations.

J
ohn Schollenberger addressed the special meeting, praised Council Members for their integrity, and said he will continue speaking out despite feeling targeted.

P
aige Miller urged stronger Code Enforcement, a ban on personal fireworks for safety, and better leadership at the animal shelter, including proper spay/neuter programs.

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Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 6 Frederick Miller explained that he and others living at a homeless shelter at 450 North G Street face eviction by January 1, despite a five-year lease and timely rent payments.

L
ydia Fita-Sialoi urged the Mayor and City Council to oppose a ban on safe and sane fireworks, noting that her church relies on fireworks fundraising to support a food bank serving over 450 households each month.

R
ene Mora, a resident of 450 North G Street, said seniors received short notices and were offered money to leave and return to homelessness, and asked the City for help finding a resolution.

R
ebecca Alvarado, secretary of the First Samoan Assembly of God, urged the Council to vote against banning safe- and-sane fireworks, explaining that fireworks sales are the church’s primary source of funding.

M
aelena Enriquez opposed motel blackout policies that displace young people for festivals, urging the city to prioritize safety and human dignity over profit.

J
onathan Alvarado opposed the fireworks moratorium, saying church fireworks sales support youth involvement and fund a food bank, and should not be blamed for illegal fireworks.

J
ohn Kelly, a representative from TNT Fireworks, opposed the proposed fireworks moratorium, arguing that bans do not stop illegal fireworks, that sales trends are being misinterpreted, and that legal fireworks help fund public safety and support nonprofits.

K
enneth Alvarado urged no fireworks moratorium, saying sales fund church programs, and police said it wouldn’t reduce illegal fireworks.

B
ob Fredericks, a San Bernardino native, said the fireworks moratorium is unnecessary and won’t reduce fires; educ
ation or a study could address concerns.

S
haron Negrete urged the city to address the animal shelter’s severe understaffing and poor conditions.

B
arbara Sky criticized the council for approving a tentative trac t with incorrect dates and excessive extensions, claiming it exceeded legal limits.

R
icardo Hernandez criticized the city for misleading information, inexperienced staff, and the waste of taxpayer money on a flawed report on the 26-foot wall and tract map.

S
tephanie Lenfestey expressed concerns about inadequate veterinary accountability and post-surgical care, emphasizing the need for a full-time veterinarian.

B
enitos Barrios thanked city leadership for supporting the Marine Corps League celebration and voiced support for continuing safe- and-sane fireworks. He also raised concerns about delays, costs, and accountability issues with the Navigation Center.

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Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 7 Prior to hearing the Consent Calendar, City Manager Levitt announced that staff would be pulling Item No. 11 and Item No. 14, bringing them back to the December 17th meeting.

NSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and are voted on in a single motion unless a council or staff member has pulled the item for more discussion.

P
rior to taking the Consent Calendar vote, Council Members Sanchez, Shorett, and Mayor Tran, all recused themselves from Item No. 6 due to a Levine Act financial conflict for receiving campaign contributions from San Manuel.

RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR WITH ITEM NOS. 11 AND 14 PULLED BY STAFF AND ITEM NOS. 4, 9, 13, AND 19 PULLED FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

3. M
addy Act Local Appointment List
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California adopt Resolution No. 2025-395 approving the Local Appointment List (Maddy Act).

RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025-395 [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

4. P
roposed 2026 Mayor & City Council Regular Meeting Schedule (All Wards) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt the Proposed 2026 Mayor and City Council Regular Meeting Schedule.

Co
uncil Member Ortiz pulled the item and made a motion to add the cancellation of the July 1st meeting to the proposed 2026 Mayor & City Council Regular Meeting Schedule and adopt the rest of the meeting schedule.

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Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 8 RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION AND ADDED THE
CANCELLATION OF THE JULY 1 ST MEETING TO THE MEETING
SCHEDULE [6-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

5. E
vent Fee Waiver for YMCA Annual Christmas Parade Located at 808 E. 21 ST S
treet (APN:0147-031-12), Within the Public Park (PP) zone (Ward 2) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino California, authorize the City Manager to waive $13,466.99 in fees for the annual YMCA Christmas Parade starting and ending location at 808 E. 21ST Street (APN:0147-031-12), on December 13, 2025.

6. Authorization to Proceed with Street Vacation of a Portion of Victoria Ave also known as San Manuel Blvd (Ward 4)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, authorize staff to proceed with an investigation and analysis for the proposed vacation of a portion of Victoria Ave. also known as San Manuel Blvd.

RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [4-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Figueroa, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
RECUSE: Theodore Sanchez, Fred Shorett, Mayor HelenTran

7. A
doption of the Citywide Cost Allocation Plan and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Compliant Indirect Cost Plan Prepared by Matrix Consulting Group (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino adopt Resolution No. 2025-396, approving the Citywide Cost Allocation Plan (CAP) and OMB Compliant Indirect Cost Plan prepared by Matrix Consulting Group, based on the City’s Fiscal Year 2022/23 adopted budget, and authorizing its use for the following purposes:

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1. R
ecovering indirect costs associated with state and federal grants, consistent with the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200; and

2. E
stablishing a fair and transparent method for allocating Citywide administrative expenses and charging intergovernmental and regional partners for shared services.

RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025-396 [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

8. Renew Subscription and Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Granicus, LLC. for Agenda Management Software, Not to Exceed $228,556.41 (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve a Professional Services Agreement with Granicus, LLC. for Agenda Management Software in an amount not to exceed $228,556.41, for a term beginning November 17, 2025, through November 16, 2028 RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

9. A
uthorize an Agreement with Forensiclean LLC for Crime Scene Clean Up Services (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California,

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Forensiclean LLC to provide crime scene clean up services for a term beginning December 3, 2025, through June 30, 2028, with an option to extend for two additional years; and

2. Authorize total expenditures not to exceed $225,000, which includes $135,000 for the initial term and up to $90,000 for the optional two- year extension, if exercised by the City.

C
ouncil Member Ortiz pulled the item and asked that local vendor preference be included in the RFP for crime scene cleanup services. Staff confirmed that a 5% local preference was applied, and the local bidder still submitted one of the highest bids.

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MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

10. T
echnical Correction for the Citizens’ Option for Public Safety Program to Amend the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Operating Budget (All Wards) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2025- 397, authorizing the Director of Finance & Management Services to amend the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Operating Budget to increase grant funded expenditures by $204,240.27 to reflect funding available in the Citizens’ Option for Public Safety Program.

RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025-397 [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

11. A
ward Professional Design Services Agreement for The City Hall Parking Structure (5 Level) Improvements Project to IDS Group, Inc. in the amount of $140,633 and Contingency of $9,367 for a Total Amount of $150,000 (Ward 1)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California;

1. A
pprove the award of a Professional Design Services Agreement with IDS Group, Inc. in the amount of $140,633 for the City Hall Parking Structure (5 Level) Improvements Project; and

2. Authorize a contingency amount in total of $9,367 for the project, bringing the total project budget to $150,000; and

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with IDS Group; and

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to expend the contingency fund, if necessary, to complete the project.

NO ACTION TAKEN PULLED BY STAFF MOVED TO DECEMBER 17TH
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12. Accept Bridge Investment Program (BIP) Planning Grant for the Bridge Rehabilitation Planning Project in the Amount of $676,348 (Wards 2, 4, and 5)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California:

1. A
dopt Resolution No. 2025-398 accepting the Bridge Investment Program (BIP) Planning Grant for the Bridge Rehabilitation Planning Project in the amount of $676,348; and

2. A
uthorize the City Manager or designee to execute the grant agreement and all related documents in the total project amount of $845,435; and

3. A
uthorize the Director of Finance & Management Services to amend the FY 2025/2026 budget by recognizing $676,348 in federal grant revenue and appropriating the same amount in project expenditures for the Bridge Rehabilitation Planning Project; and

4. A
uthorize the Director of Finance & Management Services to appropriate $169,087 from the Local Regional Circulation Fund to satisfy the required 20% local match; and

5. A
uthorize the Director of Finance & Management Services to amend the FY 2025/2026 Capital Improvements Program to add the Bridge Rehabilitation Planning Project in the total amount of $845,435.

RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025-398 [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

13. A
pprove Amendment No. 1 to the Maintenance Services Agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Citywide Tree Maintenance Services (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California:

1. A
pprove Amendment No. 1 to the Maintenance Services Agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. to extend the term of the agreement from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2026; and to update the not-to-exceed amount to $6,134,604.90, in order to reflect total cumulative spending and anticipated needs for the full contract term, consistent with the compensation provisions of the Original Agreement; and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to Regular Meeting Minutes December 3, 2025
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3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all related documents necessary to effectuate these amendments.

4. Authorize the Interim Director of Finance and Management Services to issue a purchase order for West Coast Arborists for $1,700,000.00 for fiscal year 2025-2026.

Council Member Ortiz pulled the item and discussed t he tree maintenance contract costs, clarifying that approximately $1.2– $2.5 million per year covers a range of services including grid trimming, tree and stump removal, storm response, and palm tree maintenance. Staff explained the pricing, confirmed that a public trimming schedule can be provided, and stated that the city is receiving good value based on negotiated rates and industry standards.

RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Council Member, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

14. A
ward of Construction Agreement to J B Bostick LLC, for the Villasenor Library - Parking Lot Surfacing in the amount of $131,200 and Contingency of $68,800 for a Total Amount of $200,000 (Ward )
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California;

1. A
pprove the award of a Construction Agreement with J B Bostick LLC, in the amount of $131,200 for the Villasenor Library - Parking Lot Surfacing (Project); and

2. Authorize the constructi on contingencies, construction management, and administrative costs in the total amount of $68,800 for the Project, bringing the total Project budget to $200,000; and

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with J B Bostick LLC; and

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to expend the contingency fund, if necessary, to complete the Project.

NO ACTION TAKEN; PULLED BY STAFF, AND MOVED TO DECEMBER 17TH Regular Meeting Minutes December 3, 2025
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15. Approval of Task Order No. 2026- 001 with Hilltop Geotechnical Inc. for Annual On-Call Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services to Support the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Projects (All Wards) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California:

1. A
uthorize Task Order No. 2026-001 with Hilltop Geotechnical Inc. in the amount not to exceed $300,000 for on- call geotechnical investigation and construction material testing services to support various Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects through June 30, 2026; and

2. A
uthorize the City Manager or designee to execute the task order and any related documents necessary to implement these services, consistent with the terms of the existing On- Call Professional Services Agreement with Hilltop Geotechnical Inc.

16. A
pprove Amendment No. 2 to the Design Services Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc. for the Seccombe Lake Park Revitalization Project extending the term to June 30, 2027. (Ward 1) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California:

1. A
pprove Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Design
Services Agreement with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc. for the Seccombe Lake Park Revitalization Project (Project), extending the term of the agreement to June 30, 2027; and

2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with RHA Landscape Architects – Planners Inc.

RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
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17. Amendment No. 1 to the Design Services Agreement with Bell Design Group for the Norman F. Feldheym Public Library Improvement Project in the Amount of $78,700 with a $28,100 Contingency (Ward 1) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California:

1. A
pprove Amendment No.1 to the Design Services Agreement with Bell Design Group in the amount of $78,700 for the Norman F.

Feldheym Public Library Improvement Project (Project), increasing the not to exceed amount to $397,700; and

2. A
uthorize additional contingencies for unforeseen conditions in the total amount of $28,100; and

3. A
uthorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents with Bell Design Group; and

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to expend the contingency fund, if necessary, to complete the project.

18. A
pproval of Amendment No. 1 to the Maintenance Services Agreement with the Center for Employment Opportunities for Right -of-Way Clean -Up and Weed Abatement Services (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California:

1. A
pprove Amendment No. 1 to the Maintenance Services Agreement with the Center for Employment Opportunities Inc. (CEO) increasing the not-to-exceed amount from $1,014,340 to $6,086,040 to reflect the cumulative contract value for the full six-year term; and

2. A
uthorize the City Manager or designee to execute all related documents necessary to effectuate this Amendment.

19. Adopt Resolution Approving Final Tract Map No. 16794 (Ward 5) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, adopt Resolution No. 2025-399, approving Final Tract Map No. 16794 (Subdivision 06-31) involving the subdivision of a parcel (APN 0261-011-08, 13, and 14) containing 18.45 acres into forty -three (43) single family residential lots and one (1) debris basin located on the west side of N. Palm Avenue, approximately 200 feet north of W. Verdemont Drive within the residential low (RL) zone, accepting the public dedications as set forth on said map; and authorizing execution of the standard form of agreement for the subdivision improvements.

C
ouncil Member Ortiz pulled the item for further discussion. She discussed the subdivision map’s impending expiration and longstanding community concerns.

D
irector Elliott reported no environmental or project changes since the original approval, so no new review was required.

D
eputy City Attorney Maldonado stated the developer had vested rights and could not be forced to restart without legal risk.

C
ouncil Member Knaus clarified that the Oxbow debris issue was separate and highlighted the need for new housing and the developer’s positive track record.

RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2025-399 [5-1]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores,
NOES: Treasure Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

20. Adopt Ordinance No. MC -1656 Amending Section 8.24.100 of Chapter 8.24 of Title 8 of the San Bernardino Municipal Code, Relating to the Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Program (All Wards) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino California: Adopt Ordinance No. MC-1656 amending Section 8.24.100 of Chapter

8.24 of Title 8 of the San Bernardino Municipal Code, relating to the Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling Program (All Wards).

RESULT: ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1656 [6-0]
MOVER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
SECONDER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
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DISCUSSION

21. Discussion for a Potential One -Year Moratorium on the Sale and Use of Fireworks Within the City of San Bernardino and/or Additional Strategies to Enhance the City’s Enforcement to Reduce the Use of Illegal Fireworks (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, discuss several options which include a social host ordinance and drone enforcement program, a potential one- year moratorium on the sale and use of fireworks, and/or maintaining the current safe and sane fireworks ordinance with regulatory fee, and to provide direction to staff regarding the next steps, if any.

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enior Management Analyst William Lampi gave a presentation to the Mayor and City Council.

Council Member Sanchez made a motion to receive and file the report and direct staff to look into a social host ordinance and drone enforcement program. Council Member Knaus seconded the motion.

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ouncil Member Ortiz made a substitute motion to approve staff’s recommendation.

Mayor Pro-Tem Figueroa seconded the motion. The motion failed 2- 4 with Council Members Sanchez, Shorett, Knaus, and Flores voting in opposition.

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ouncil voted on the original motion made by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Knaus.

RESULT: RECEIVE AND FILE THE REPORT AND DIRECT STAFF TO LOOK

INTO A SOCIAL HOST ORDINANCE AND DRONE ENFORCEMENT
PROGRAM [6-0]
MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
SECONDER: Kim Knaus, Council Member, Ward 5
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
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Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 17 At this time , the Mayor announced that it was 9:13 PM, and in accordance with Resolution No. 2024- 029, asked if the Council wished to continue the meeting. The Mayor asked the City Council for a motion to continue the meeting to after 10:00 PM.

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ouncil Member Sanchez made a motion to continue with Item No. 23, and Item Nos. 22 and 24 be moved to the next meeting, Council Member Knaus seconded the motion.

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ouncil Member Ortiz made a substitute motion to continue the meeting and it was seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Figueroa.

RESULT: CONTINUE THE MEETING AFTER 10:00 PM [5-1]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Juan Figueroa Mayor Pro-Tem, Ward 3
AYES: Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
NOES: Theodore Sanchez
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra

22. S
tatus on the General Plan Update
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, receive and file an update on the status of the General Plan Update and provide additional direction to staff, as needed.

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irector of Community Development and Housing, Gabriel Elliott, gave a presentation to the Mayor and City Council.

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ouncil M embers expressed concern that the plan is outdated given changes in community needs, emphasizing the importance of renewed public engagement, coordination with advisory bodies, and transparency. Staff noted timeline constraints and goals for returning to council by March 31
st.

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ouncil Member Knaus left the dais at 9:22 p.m.

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ouncil Member Sanchez left the dais at 9:25 p.m.

RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [4-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Figueroa, Shorett, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sanchez, Ibarra, and Knaus
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ouncil Member Knaus returned to the dais at 9:30 p.m.

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23. Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. MC -1658U Approving Development Code Amendment 25-10 (Accessory Dwelling Unit 2025 Legislative Update) Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino adopt Urgency Ordinance No. MC -1658U of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approving Development Code Amendment 25- 10 amending Chapter 19.04 (Residential Zones); Section 19.04.030(2)(P) (Residential Zones Specific Standards - Accessory Dwelling Units) of the City of San Bernardino Development Code (SBMC Title 19) to update the development standards for Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units in compliance with recent changes in state law; , and finding such action statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Public Resources Code Section 21080.1
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here was a consensus from the Mayor and City Council to waive the presentation.

RESULT: ADOPTED URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. MC-1658 [5-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Theodore Sanchez, Sandra Ibarra
City Clerk Lopez read the title of the Ordinance into the record.

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ouncil Member Sanchez returned to the dais at 9:32 p.m.

24. P
avement Management Program ( PMP Findings and Funding Scenarios) (All Wards)
Recommendation:

It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino California:

1. Receive and file the Pavement Management Program (PMP) draft report update; and

2. Provide direction on neighborhood rehabilitation focused areas and funding strategies; and

3. Dir
ect staff to incorporate the PMP findings and recommendations into the FY 2026–2036 Capital Improvement Program (CIP); and

4. A
uthorize staff to evaluate and pursue sustainable funding strategies, including potential bond financing, Measure S allocations, and available state and federal grant opportunities.

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eputy Director/City Engineer Azzam Jabsheh, Vivek Jha, and Mahmoud Samara from NCE Firm gave a presentation to the Mayor and City Council.

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RESULT: APPROVED STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION [6-0]
MOVER: Treasure Ortiz, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Mario Flores, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Knaus, Flores, Ortiz
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
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YOR & CITY COUNCIL UPDATES/REPORTS ON CONFERENCES & MEETINGS At this time, the Mayor and City Council provided updates to the community. Highlights included neighborhood beautification efforts, major capital improvements, upcoming holiday events, volunteer activities, and regional meetings advocating for city priorities.

Mayor Pro Tem Figueroa and Council Member Ibarra attended the National League of Cities and participated in solution sessions on topics including cleaner cities, downtown revitalization, and livability. They also noted meeting with the city’s Washington, D.C. lobbyist to discuss advocacy for additional funding for the city. The meeting concluded with recognition of city staff and public safety personnel, community service efforts, and a moment of remembrance honoring the victims of the December 2, 2015, terrorist attack.

ADJOURNMENT
The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 10:01 p.m. The next joint special meeting of the Mayor and City Council and the Mayor and City Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will be held on December 17, 2025, at the Feldheym Central Library located at 555 West 6th Street, San Bernardino, California 92410. Closed Session will begin at 4:00 p.m. and Open Session will begin at 5:00 p.m.

Telicia Lope z, CMC
City Clerk

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Mayor and City Council
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