APPOINTMENTS
City of San Bernardino
Request for Council Action
Date: April 1, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Kim Knaus, Council Member, 5th Ward
Department: Council Office
Subject: Charter Review Committee Appointment of Andy Garcia (Ward 5)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California, approve the appointment of Andy Garcia to the Charter Review Committee representing Ward 5 with the term ending December 2028. Andy Garcia will replace a vacant position formerly held by Michael A. Lara. 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 Andy Garcia to the Charter Review Committee representing Ward 5 with the term ending December 2028.
Background
The Charter Review Committee was established by Resolution No. 2017-243 on December 20, 2017 and is tasked with completing a periodic review of the City Charter to identify potential amendments that enhance clarity, efficiency, and the principles of the council-manager form of government.
Discussion
The Charter Review Committee 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. In accordance with the City Charter and the City’s Municipal Code, appointees shall be a registered voter within the city and no member shall be an employee of the city. 2021-2025 Strategic Targets and Goals
The proposed committee 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 Andy Garcia to the Charter Review Committee representing Ward 5 with the term ending December 2028. Andy Garcia will replace a vacant position formerly held by Michael A. Lara. Council Staff has verified that appointee is a registered voter within the city.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Committee Application Andy Garcia (REDACTED) Attachment 2 – Resolution No. 2017-24
Ward
Fifth Ward; All Wards
Synopsis of Previous Council Actions
December 20, 2017 Resolution No. 2017-243 establishing the Charter Review Committee was adopted.