PROCLAMATION OF THE
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
PROCLAIMING FEBRUARY 15-21, 2026, AS
NATIONAL ENGINEERS WEEK
IN THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
WHEREAS, engineers use their scientific, mathematical, and technical knowledge in creative and innovative ways to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain the infrastructure and systems that serve our communities; and WHEREAS, City of San Bernardino engineers play a vital role in protecting public health and safety by designing and maintaining streets, bridges, water and wastewater systems, public facilities, and other essential infrastructure relied upon by residents and businesses; and
WHEREAS, engineers confront the major technological and environmental challenges of our time by rebuilding and strengthening infrastructure, improving sustainability, enhancing mobility, and ensuring safe, resilient, and efficient public systems; and WHEREAS, City engineers have demonstrated exceptional expertise and leadership through major infrastructure projects, including the Cross Street Bridge and Mt. Vernon Bridge, which improve connectivity, safety, and long-term resilience for the San Bernardino community; and
WHEREAS, engineers support innovation and workforce development by encouraging students and young professionals to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, helping to prepare the next generation of problem solvers; and WHEREAS, the City of San Bernardino will continue to rely on the knowledge, skill, and dedication of its engineers to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century and to advance a safe, sustainable, and prosperous city;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED THAT, the Mayor & City Council of the City of San Bernardino, do hereby proclaim February 15 through February 21, 2026, as National Engineers Week in the City of San Bernardino and commend the City’s engineers for their professionalism, innovation, and commitment to public service.
Presented on this 18th day of February 2026