City Council Chambers
Victorville 14343 Civic Drive
Victorville, CA
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VICTORVILLE CITY COUNCIL
VICTORVILLE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LOGISTICS AIRPORT AUTHORITY
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
THE CITY AS HOUSING ASSETS SUCCESSOR
JOINT POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY
VICTORVILLE WATER DISTRICT
Regular Meeting Minutes 6:00 p.m. Regular Session
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
6:00 p.m. Regular Session
Call to Order
Roll Call
Present: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: None
Also Present: City Manager Keith C. Metzler, Deputy City Manager Jenele Davidson, Deputy City Manager Scott Webb, Deputy City
Manager Tony Camargo, City Attorney Andre de
Bortnowsky, City Clerk Jennifer Thompson
Invocation: Pastor Dane Davis with Impact Christian Church Pledge of Allegiance: Police Captain Jerry Davenport
City Clerk Presents Agenda/Revisions to Agenda
Agenda presented with no revisions reported.
Introduction to Public Comments
City Clerk Thompson provided an opening statement regarding public comments.
Public Comments
The following people spoke:
Robert Davie spoke on general items
Jeffrey Horner spoke in favor of item 16
Ross Quinn spoke in opposition of item 16
DeAnn Hudgens spoke in favor of item 16
Elise Ormston spoke in opposition of item 16
Gayle Flinchum spoke in favor of item 16
Lindsay Lugo Camarena spoke on general items
Mayor Becerra requested that attendees refrain from clapping to avoid interruptions.
Billy Suen spoke on item 16
John Pinkerton spoke in opposition of item 16
Sharon Pinkerton spoke in opposition of item 16
Anne Johnson-Curtis spoke in opposition of item 16
Randal Massaro spoke in opposition of item 16
Mayor Becerra warned the attendees to refrain from interrupting speakers.
Manuel Vela spoke in opposition of item 16
Derek Marshall spoke in opposition of item 16
Dani Satomayor spoke in opposition of item 16
Edwin Alonzo spoke in opposition of item 16
Laura Martinez spoke in opposition of item 16
Rachael Wish spoke in opposition of item 16
Ken Lutz spoke in opposition of item 16
Josiah Delgado spoke on item 16
Dylan Meyer spoke in opposition of item 16
Stephanie Vida Pazarin spoke in opposition of item 16
Christopher Ruiz spoke in opposition of item 16
Ruth G. spoke in opposition of item 16
Chef Basil spoke in opposition of item 16
Miguel Soto spoke in opposition of item 16
Nicole Ortega spoke in opposition of item 16
Lizz Figueroa spoke in opposition of item 16
Leila Namvar spoke in opposition of item 16
Andrew Smith spoke in opposition of item 16
Sandra Henderson spoke in opposition of item 16
Yvonne M Molles spoke in opposition of item 16
Reggie Cervantes spoke in opposition of item 16
Ana Rael spoke in favor of item 16
Stevevonna Evans spoke in opposition of item 16
Clayton Moore spoke in opposition of item 16
Heather Davis spoke in opposition of item 16
Jacob Miller spoke in opposition of item 16
Lyann Larson spoke in opposition of item 16
Conflict of Interest Declarations
There were no conflicts of interest reported.
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
Ordinance Nos. 2464, 2465 and 2466 amending Title 16 of the Victorville Municipal Code, an environmental exemption, to provide updated regulations, requirements, definitions, and standards for the maintenance of vacant buildings and the rental of residential and commercial property
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Conduct a Public Hearing to receive testimony regarding proposed Ordinance Nos. 2464, 2465 and 2466;
(2) Close the Public Hearing;
(3) Find Ordinance Nos. 2464, 2465, and 2466 categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); (4) Introduce Ordinance Nos. 2464, 2465, and 2466 for adoption and first reading by title only; and
(5) Waive further reading in full of proposed Ordinance Nos. 2464, 2465, and 2466.
Mayor Becerra asked attendees to respect the meeting proceedings.
Questions ensued
The Chair opened the Public Hearing
There were no speakers
The Chair closed the Public Hearing
Comments ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 through 5 Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 16
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 16 for the period of January 22, 2026, through February 04, 2026, in total amount of $5,759,702.35. This total includes:
Electronic Fund Transfers No. 347650 through 347890 and Warrant No. 802659 through 802821 in the amount of $5,595,806.22.
Wire Transfer in the amount of $163,896.13.
All are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026).
3. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 5B
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 5B for the payroll period of November 7, 2025, through November 21, 2025, in total amount of $2,438,724.00. This total includes:
Employee Check Nos. 34740 through 34744 in the amount of $4,681.76.
Vendor Check Nos. 34745 through 34750 in the amount of $2,321.05.
Advice Nos. 336381 through 336959 in the amount of $1,567,398.87; and Vendor Electronic Payments totaling $864,322.32.
All expenditures are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026).
4. Notice of Completion for Pressure Zone Change Project - Area 7 District Recommendation:
That the Honorable Victor Valley Water District Board of Directors:
(1) Approve the Notice of Completion for Pressure Zone Change Project - Area 7 District: and
(2) Authorize the General Manager to execute the Notice of Completion.
5. Finance Department Activity Report for the Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025- 2026
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Quarterly Activity Report.
6. Community Services Quarterly Report - Fiscal Year 2026 2nd Quarter Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Community Services Quarterly Report.
7. Notice of Completion - Hook Community Center Flooring Installation, Project CC26-061
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for the Hook Community Center Flooring Installation, Project CC26-061; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to execute and file the Notice of Completion.
8. Fire Department Quarterly Report - Fiscal Year 2026 Second Quarter Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file.
9. Public Works and Water Quarterly Report for the First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Public Works and Water Quarterly Report.
10. 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report & Implementation
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council receive and file the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report and the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
Comments ensued for items 5, 6, 8 and 9
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 2 through 10
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Motion was made to move item 16 to the first item in Written Communications Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
16. Discussion and possible action to consider removal of Mr. Derek Marshall from the Victorville Planning Commission
Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Mayor Becerra issued a second warning to attendees regarding disruptions to the meeting proceedings.
The Chair called recess at 7:53 p.m.
Recess concluded at 8:03 p.m.
Mayor Becerra addressed the attendees, requested that the Council be allowed to speak without interruption, and reminded the audience of the second warning given for disrupting the meeting proceedings.
Mayor Becerra gave the attendees a final warning regarding the disruption of the meeting proceedings.
Mayor Becerra requested the Council Chambers be cleared due to continued disruptions.
The Chair called recess at 8:05 p.m.
Council Chambers were cleared
Recess concluded at 8:11 p.m.
Comments ensued
There was no action taken on this item
11. California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program- Budget Amendment Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-011, approving a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 to appropriate $56,780.00 in both revenue and expenditures related to the Tobacco Grant Program as awarded by the California Department of Justice.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
12. Letter of Support for Assembly Bill 1708 (Solache) - HHAP Pathways for Cities Act
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Authorize the Mayor to submit a letter of support for Assembly Bill 1708, including language recommending that a city-adopted homelessness strategic plan, aligned with regional goals, be recognized as satisfying applicable regional planning requirements; and
electronic advocacy portal.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
13. Emergency Solutions Grants Program Agreement with San Bernardino County Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 26-013 authorizing an agreement between the City of Victorville and San Bernardino County to receive Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program grant funding in the amount of $193,300.88 to support the ongoing operation of the Wellness Center and/or emergency shelter services serving individuals experiencing homelessness;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to finalize all documents needed to execute the agreement and administer the overall project;
(3) Authorize the City Manager to make any necessary amendments to the agreement as deemed necessary by San Bernardino County or the City Attorney; (4) Adopt Resolution No. 26-012 amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 to reflect an additional appropriation in the amount of $193,300.88.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
14. Acceptance of California State Library Grant Fund for Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-009 and No. 26-010, thereby:
(1) Accepting grant funds from the California State Library, providing the City with $15,750 to launch the Lunch at the Library Summer 2026 Project; and (2) Authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to finalize all documents to execute the grant contract, and
(3) Amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to reflect an additional appropriation in the amount of $15,750 in revenues and expenses.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
Seconded: Council Member Mora
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
15. Roof Restoration Contract Award for Water Department Facilities Recommendation:
That the Honorable Board of Directors award a contract to FC and Sons Roofing, Inc. in the amount of $205,172.00 for the Roof Replacement for Various Sites, Project No. MS26-075.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
17. City Manager Reports
None
18. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Upcoming Agenda Items None
19. Reports from Council Members
Council Member Mora encouraged community members and businesses to sign up for the Spring Festival. She also reported on her attendance at Sergeant Grant Ward's memorial service on behalf of the City of Victorville.
Council Member Irving wished all women a Happy Women's History Month.
Adjournment
Mayor Becerra adjourned the meeting at 8:49 p.m.
Attest:
Bana
Elizabeth Becerra, Mayor Jennifer Thompson, City Clerk