Attachment A
Minutes of the August 18,
2026, Regular City Council
Meeting
City Council Chambers
14343 Civic Drive
Victorville, CA
www.victorvilleca.gov
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, August 18, 2026
5:00 p.m. Closed Session
6:00 p.m. Regular Session
5:00 p.m. Closed Session
Call to Order
Roll Call
Present: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: None
Public Comments for Closed Session Items
None
Declaration of Closed Session Item(s) by City Attorney
City Attorney Andre de Bortnowsky announced one (1) closed session item, as set forth on the agenda.
CITY COUNCIL
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) Number of potential cases: One (1)
Based on existing facts and circumstances, the City Council has decided or is deciding whether to initiate litigation.
Recess to Closed 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
Closed Session Announcements by the City Attorney
City Attorney Andre de Bortnowsky announced one (1) closed session item as set for on the agenda. There were no reportable actions with respect to this item.
Invocation: Pastor Dane Davis with Impact Christian Church
Pledge of Allegiance: Police Captain Jerry Davenport
Proclamations/Special Presentations
Presentation of New Hires and Promotions to City Council by Human Resources Officer Heather Barber
2026 Fireworks Enforcement Presentation by Code Enforcement Official Jorge Duran and Fire Chief Bobby Clemmer
City Clerk Presents Agenda/Revisions to Agenda
City Clerk Thompson announced one (1) revision
Revision to item 26:
Revised Page No. 7 of Attachment B Engineering 5- Year Road CIP Plan to update the Project Location Map. The map has been corrected to reflect the project limits from George Boulevard to Phantom West. No textual changes were made; this revision updates the image only.
Conflict of Interest Declarations
Mayor Becerra recused herself from voting on Consent Calendar Item 12, due to living in close proximity to the sidewalk project on Village Drive.
Introduction to Public Comments
City Clerk Thompson provided an opening statement regarding public comments
Public Comments
The following people spoke:
Nettie Taylor 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.
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
1. An Amendment to Title 16 (Zoning Ordinance) of the Victorville Municipal Code with an Environmental Exemption to update the City's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) standards for consistency with current California law
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Open and conduct a Public Hearing to receive public testimony; (2) Close the Public Hearing;
(3) Find the Victorville Municipal Code Amendment categorically exempt per CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3);
(4) Introduce Ordinance No. 2469 for adoption and first reading by title only to amend the Victorville Municipal Code; and
(5) Waive a further reading in full of proposed Ordinance No. 2469.
Presentation by City Planner Alex Jauregui
Questions ensued
The Chair opened the Public Hearing
There were no speakers
The Chair closed the Public Hearing
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 through 5
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
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 01
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 01 for the period of June 25, 2026, through July 08, 2026, in total amount of $6,300,821.54. This total includes:
Electronic Fund Transfers No. 350132 through 350271 and Warrant No. 804413 through 804552 in the amount of $6,300,821.54.
All are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026) and Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 Budget (covering July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027).
3. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings of June 2, June 16, and July 21, 2026, and the Special City Council Meeting of July 30, 2026
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings held on June 2, June 16, and July 21, 2026, and the Special City Council Meeting held on July 30, 2026.
4. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 20560
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Water, Drainage, Street, and Traffic Signal Public Improvement Labor and Materials Securities for Tract Map No. 20560.
5. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 02
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 02 for the period of July 09, 2026, through July 22, 2026, in total amount of $7,849,632.24. This total includes:
Electronic Fund Transfers No. 350272 through 350414 and Warrant No. 804553 through 804682 in the amount of $7,849,632.24.
All are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026) and Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 Budget (covering July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027).
6. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 20274
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve an additional 20- percent release of the Street Faithful Performance Security for Tract Map No. 20274; and
(2) Accept the completed street public improvements.
7. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 12A
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 12A for the payroll period of May 22, 2026, through June 5, 2026, in total amount of $2,641,140.68. This total includes:
Employee Check Nos. 34895, 34896, 34905 through 34913 in the amount of $10,522.67.
Vendor Check Nos. 34914 through 34919 in the amount of $1,244.34.
Advice Nos. 344554, 344555, 344556, 344558 through 345156 in the amount of $1,699,211.80; and
Vendor Electronic Payments totaling $930,161.87.
All expenditures are consistent with the adopted Fiscal Year 2025– 2026 Budget (covering July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026).
8. Waste Tire Enforcement Grant – Budget Amendment
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 26- 064, approving a budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 to appropriate $53,250.00 in both revenue and expenditures related to the Waste Tire Enforcement Grant as awarded by the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle).
9. Notice of Completion – New Library Renovation and Expansion Project, Project No. JM24-051
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for the New Library Renovation and Expansion Project, Project No. JM24-051; (2) Authorize the City Manager to execute and file the Notice of Completion; and (3) Authorize the release of retained funds in accordance with the construction contract and applicable provisions following project acceptance and administrative closeout.
10. 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 Drainage and Street Faithful Performance Securities; and
(2) Accept the completed drainage and street improvements.
11. Building Department End of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Report
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file.
12. Notice of Completion - 2025 Citywide Street Improvements Project
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for the 2025 Citywide Street Improvements Project and authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion.
13. Notice of Completion - Roof Restorations for Water Department Facilities, Project No. MS26-075
Recommendation:
That the Honorable Board of Directors:
(1) Accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for the Roof Restorations for Water Department Facilities, Project No. MS26-075; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion.
14. Quarterly Investment Reports
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council/Board of Directors receive and file the attached Quarterly Investment Reports for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2023- 2024; the first through fourth quarters of Fiscal Year 2024- 2025; and the first through fourth quarters of Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
15. Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Police Department Annual Report
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Fiscal Year 2025 - 2026 Police Department Annual Report.
16. Community Services Quarterly Report - 4th Quarter
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Community Services Quarterly Report.
17. Approval of a Substitution of Trustee, Deed of Reconveyance and Cancellation of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) for Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) Case Number 22- 11-28 (15688 Tokay Street, Victorville, CA 92395), and Acceptance and Reallocation of Associated Program Income Funds
Recommendation:
That City Council take the following actions regarding Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) Case No. 22-11-28:
(1) Approve the Substitution of Trustee and Deed of Reconveyance; (2) Confirm the Cancellation of the original Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs);
(3) Authorize the Deputy City Manager to execute the Substitution of Trustee and Deed of Reconveyance and Cancellation of the original CC&Rs; (4) Accept the loan payoff in the amount of $16,633.12 into the Residential Rehabilitation Program Income Account; and
(5) Adopt Resolution No. 26- 078 amending the Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 Annual Budget to appropriate and reallocate $16,633.12 in Residential Rehabilitation Program Income to the Residential Rehabilitation Program.
18. Fiscal Year 2025/2026 VictorvilleNOW Annual Report – Year One Resident Engagement and Service Metrics
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Fiscal Year 2025/2026 VictorvilleNOW Annual Report.
19. Economic Development Newsletter – FY25-26 Q3 & Q4
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Economic Development Newsletter.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 2 through 19
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
Mayor Becerra recused herself from voting on Consent Calendar Item 12, due to living in close proximity to the sidewalk project on Village Drive.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
20. Southern California Edison Easement on Mesa Street and Topaz Road
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Grant exclusive utility easement to Southern California Edison on Assessor Parcel Numbers (APNs) 3136- 451-08, 3136- 451-11, and 3136- 451-12 as described in the attached documents; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the easement on the City's behalf.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
21. Budget amendment and approval of an agreement with David Evans and Associates Inc. for the design of a traffic signal on Ridgecrest Road at Bluff Crest Street and Vista Point Drive
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 26- 074 to amend the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget appropriating additional revenues and expenditures of $695,264 from San Bernardino County;
(2) Approve a Consultant/Professional Services Provider Agreement with David Evans and Associates, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $94,392 for the Design of a Traffic Signal at Ridgecrest Road at Bluff Crest Street and Vista Point Drive Project; and
(3) Authorize the City Engineer to submit reimbursement claims to the San Bernardino County for the proportionate share of project costs incurred for the design and construction of the Ridgecrest Road at Bluff Crest Street and Vista Point Drive traffic signal project.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Council Member Mora
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
22. Award of a General Services Provider Agreement JRC27 -022 to Liveview Technologies, Inc. for Mobile Security Hardware and Software Technology Services
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Award a general services provider agreement to Liveview Technologies, Inc. for the use of mobile security hardware systems and related software provided by Liveview Technologies, Inc.;
(2) Authorize the City Manager or City Attorney to make non- substantive changes to the agreement.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
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
23. Approval of Agreements with Two (2) Consultants for On -Call Right -of-Way Services
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve a Consultant/Professional Services Provider Agreements with two (2) qualified consultants: 1) Dokken Engineering, Inc., and 2) Paragon Partners Consultants, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $50,000 per agreement for on-call Right-of-Way consulting services.
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
24. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Southern California Association of Governments for the La Paz Drive and Seneca Road traffic circle and Budget Amendment
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council;
(1) Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) No. M -022-26 between the City of Victorville and Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) for implementation of the City of Victorville Sustainable Communities Program – Active Transportation & Safety (SCP-ATS) Quick-Build Project; (2) Accept the SCAG Competitive Grant Award for the Quick-Build project; (3) Adopt Resolution No. 26-073 to amend the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget appropriating an additional $503,700 in revenue and expenditures from the SCAG SCP-ATS;
(4) Authorize the Mayor, City Attorney, City Risk Manager, and City Clerk to execute the MOU and any non- substantive amendments thereto, subject to approval by the City Attorney; and
(5) Authorize the City Engineer to execute the project and submit reimbursement claims for the work completed.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
25. Presentation on City's Pavement Management of City Roads
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Honorable City Council receive and file this report.
Presentation provided by City Engineer Fredy Bonilla
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
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
26. Measure I Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 26- 076, approving the Measure I Five Year Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2026- 2027 through 2030-2031.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Mayor Becerra
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
27. Approval of the purchase of a Ford F -750 Compacting Rear-Loader Trash Truck from Rush Truck Centers of California
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve the purchase of a Ford F- 750 Compacting 14- Cubic Yard Rear - Loader Trash Truck for a total amount not to exceed $205,931.92 from Rush Truck Centers of California;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents necessary for the purchase.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
28. Purchase of Stationary Emergency Generator for the Amethyst Booster Pump Station
Recommendation:
That the Honorable Board of Directors authorize the purchase of one (1) Caterpillar stationary emergency generator from Quinn Power Systems in the amount of $930,271.30, utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract provisions.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
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
29. Standard Sublease Agreement for Buildings 787 and 788 by and between the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority and Exquadrum, LLC
Recommendation:
That the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority (“SCLAA”) Board of Directors:
(1) Approve entering into a Standard Sublease Agreement for Buildings 787 and 788 (“Agreement”), by and between the SCLAA and Exquadrum, LLC; and (2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute said Agreement; and (3) Adopt Resolution No. SCLAA 26-005 amending the 2026-2027 budget increasing revenue in Airport account 4501172A -45200 by $61,938.48 and Airport account 4500125-45220 by $40,045.56.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
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
30. City Manager Reports
City Manager Keith C. Metzler announced Public Works ’ July Free Dump Day served 495 vehicles and collected nearly 108 tons of material, one- third of which was diverted from the landfill.
Economic Development is distributing Route 66 themed “ We’re Open” signs to Old Town businesses in anticipation of the Centennial celebration. Just another way to promote the businesses in Old Town. Better Buzz Coffee opened today on Bear Valley in the former Arby’s location.
As part of ongoing Old Town revitalization efforts, Code Compliance has begun facade improvements at four commercial properties on 7th Street between B and D Streets. CDBG-funded improvements include window repairs, exterior painting, security lighting, and replacement of boarded windows with polycarbonate panels.
Engineering has completed pedestrian flashing beacons and ADA improvements at nine (9) locations, primarily near schools, to enhance pedestrian accessibility and safety.
Some of the upcoming City events, the Kiwanis Dream Big 5K, will be at Victor Valley College this Saturday, August 22 nd, at 8:00 a.m. For National Dog Month an Animal Adoption Event will be held this Saturday, August 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Route 66 Centennial Car Show & Block Party in Old Town will be held Saturday, September 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
31. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Upcoming Agenda Items
Motion was made for discussion and possible action to direct staff to provide a presentation on red light cameras
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Mayor Becerra
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Mora, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
32. Reports from Council Members
Council Member Gaudin reported she enjoyed attending the National Night Out event and connecting with community vendors.
Mayor Pro Tem Harriman also reported attending the National Night Out event and noted that he appreciated its location at Mojave Vista Park.
Mayor Becerra expressed her appreciation to staff and employees for their dedication and the care they show for the City.
Adjournment
Mayor Becerra adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m.
Attest:
_____________________ _________________________ Elizabeth Becerra, Mayor Jennifer Thompson, City Clerk