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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
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 6:00 p.m. Regular Session
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 Counts with Bible Baptist Church
Pledge of Allegiance: Police Lieutenant John Clough
City Clerk Presents Agenda/Revisions to Agenda
Agenda presented with no revisions reported.
Conflict of Interest Declarations
There were no conflicts of interest reported.
Introduction to Public Comments
City Clerk Thompson provided an opening statement regarding public comments.
Public Comments
The following people spoke:
Tim Hillard spoke on general items
Mary State spoke on general items
City Clerk Thompson stated that a Public Comment received via email was provided to the City Council and posted on the City website.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 7A
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 7A for the payroll period of December 19, 2025, through January 2, 2026, in total amount of $2,929,074.82. This total includes:
Employee Check Nos. 34775 through 34776 in the amount of $3,526.31.
Vendor Check Nos. 34777 through 34782 in the amount of $826.62 Advice Nos. 337544, 338128, 338129 and 338131 through 338692 and 338694 in the amount of $1,858,427.53; and
Vendor Electronic Payments totaling $1,066,294.36.
All expenditures are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026).
2. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 7B
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 7B for the payroll period of January 2, 2026, through January 16, 2026, in total amount of $2,394,856.16. This total includes:
Employee Check Nos. 34783 through 34790 in the amount of $9,582.64.
Vendor Check Nos. 34791 through 34798 in the amount of $955.02.
Advice Nos. 338693, 338695 through 339264 in the amount of $1,546,557.85; and
Vendor Electronic Payments totaling $837,760.65.
All expenditures are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026).
3. CalRecycle City/County Payment Program Beverage Container Recycling Grant Acceptance - Fiscal Year 2025-26
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-021 authorizing acceptance of the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) City/County Payment Program Beverage Container Recycling Grant for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 and amending the FY 2025-26 budget.
4. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 20
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 20 for the period of March 19, 2026, through April 01, 2026, in total amount of $13,886,867.36. This total includes:
• Electronic Fund Transfers No. 348629 through 348860 and Warrant No. 803299 through 803409 in the amount of $13,886,867.36.
All are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026).
5. Substitution of Trustee, Deed of Reconveyance and Cancellation of CC&Rs for Residential Rehabilitation Program case number 21-12-02 (16812 Melba Avenue, Victorville, CA 92394); as well as acceptance and reallocation of associated Program Income funds
Recommendation:
That City Council take the following actions regarding Residential Rehabilitation Program Case No. 21-12-02:
(1) Approve the Substitution of Trustee and Deed of Reconveyance; (2) Confirm the required Cancellation of the original Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs);
(3) Authorize the execution of the Substitution of Trustee and Deed of Reconveyance as well as the Cancellation of the original CC&Rs by the Deputy City Manager;
(4) Accept the payoff of the loan receivable to the Residential Rehabilitation Program Income Account; and
(5) Adopt Resolution No. 26-025, amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2025- 2026 reallocating the subject $15,997.05 Residential Rehabilitation Program - Program Income funds to the Residential Rehabilitation Program.
6. Notice of Completion - Seventh Street Traffic Signal Modifications and Village Drive at Puesta Del Sol Drive Traffic Signal
Recommendation:
That the honorable City Council:
(1) Accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for the Seventh Street Traffic Signal Modifications and Village Drive at Puesta Del Sol Drive Traffic Signal; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion.
7. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2467
Recommendation:
That the City Council adopt, by second reading, Ordinance No. 2467, adopting the Zone Change Portion of Planning Case No. PLAN24-00005, a Zone Change from Planned Unit Development to R-2 Low-Medium Density Residential on two parcels totaling 8.5 acres located at the northwest corner of Silica Drive and First Avenue.
8. Approval of Final Tract Map No. 20321
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve Final Tract Map No. 20321;
(2) Approve the execution of a Subdivision Improvement Agreement between the subdivider, Jose M. Arreola, and the City; and
(3) Approve the execution of a Lien Agreement as security for the public improvements from the subdivider.
9. Satisfaction and Release of Land Division Improvement Construction Agreement for Parcel Map No. 15144
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the release of the Land Division Improvement Construction Agreement for Parcel Map No. 15144.
10. Engineering Report for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file this quarterly report
11. Reduction of Securities associated with an industrial project located at 19100 Gateway Drive
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve the 80-percent release of the Faithful Performance Security; and (2) Accept the completed water, sewer, drainage, and street improvements.
12. Code Compliance Department FY 25/26 Third Quarter Code Compliance Division and Animal Services Division Activity Reports
Recommendation:
That the honorable City Council review and file.
13. Building Department Fiscal Year-to-Date Report
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 1 through 13
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
14. Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-019 and No. 26-020, thereby:
(1) Accepting grant funds from the Department of Justice's Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program for 2023;
(2) Authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to finalize all documents needed 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 $75,351.
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
15. Homeland Security Grant Program Award and Ballistic Shield Purchase Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 26-022, accepting grant funds for the 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP);
(2) Adopt Resolution No. 26-023, amending the annual budget for fiscal year 2025- 2026 to reflect an additional appropriation in the amount of $31,417; and (3) Authorize the purchase of Ballistic Shields from Black Box Safety.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Council Member Mora
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
16. Award of Construction Agreement - Old Town Commercial Facade Improvement Program Project JR26-082
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Award a construction agreement to Global Builders, Inc. for commercial facade improvements at 17053 D Street and 15593 7th Street in the amount of $185,552.00;
(2) Authorize a 10% contingency for unforeseen repair expenses; and (3) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the construction agreement and any related change orders by and between the City of Victorville and Global Builders, Inc.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
17. Purchase of a Skid Steer Caterpillar PC306 Cold Planer with Water Tank Attachment
Recommendation:
That the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority ("SCLAA") Board of Directors approve the purchase of a Caterpillar PC306 Cold Planer with Water Tank ("Cold Planer").
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
18. Rejection of Proposals - Civil Engineering Services for New Park Restrooms (Various Parks), Project CC26-046
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Reject all proposals received for Civil Engineering Services for New Park Restrooms (Various Parks), Project CC26-046; and
(2) Authorize staff to reevaluate the project scope and procurement approach prior to issuing a new solicitation for civil engineering services.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
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
19. Senate Bills 1061, 1062 and 1063 (Ochoa Bogh)
Recommendation:
That Your Honorable City Council support Senate Bills 1061, 1062 and 1063 and authorize the Mayor to sign a letter of support.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
20. Discussion and possible action to consider an adjustment to the City Council compensation
Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Questions ensued
No motion was made; the item died for lack of a motion.
21. City Manager Reports
City Manager Keith C. Metzler announced Animal Services will be at the Farmer's Market at Victor Valley College, on Thursday, April 23d, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Stop by and meet some of the pets available for adoption. Saturday, April 25th Animal Services will be hosting National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day Event at the Animal Care and Adoption Center, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All adoptions will be free and include vaccinations and microchipping.
The Library is celebrating National Library Week with fun activities throughout the week, including a scavenger hunt and crafts. To complete the celebration on Saturday, April 25th ', 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. they will have refreshments, a movie and giveaways.
Environmental Programs is hosting their second Shred Fest and Compost Giveaway for 2026, Saturday, May 2nd , 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Victor Valley Materials Recovery Facility. Victorville residents can bring up to four, 20-pound bags or boxes of documents to be shredded. Attendees will be allowed to take home 50 gallons of compost per household.
22. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Upcoming Agenda Items None
23. Reports from Council Members
Council Member Mora congratulated the Survey Tech for passing the National Council Exam for Engineering and Surveying. She thanked City Staff and First Responders for their amazing work.
Council Member Gaudin thanked Mr. Bonilla and Engineering Staff for their amazing work on the Engineering report. She thanked Mr. Duran and Code Compliance Staff for their thorough work on the Code Compliance report.
Council Member Irving is very pleased with the direction the city is headed in. She commended both the Engineering and the Code Compliance Departments for their reports and hard work.
Mayor Pro Tem Harriman expressed his love for the city. He is pleased with the growth and changes the City has made. He expressed his gratitude to all City Staff, Police and Fire Departments.
Mayor Becerra read both reports from Engineering and Code Compliance and found them to be very informative. She thanked both departments as she looks forward to the upcoming work throughout the city. She announced information regarding the Route 66 Fair has been released and any questions can be addressed to the PIO Department. She announced the Victorville 101 Bus Tour is coming up. She reported her attendance at the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors meeting to address concerns against closed landfills causing disruptions in the disposal of waste.
Adjournment
Mayor Becerra adjourned the meeting at 6:46 p.m.
Attest:
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Elizabeth Becerra, Mayor ennifer Thompson, City Cler