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MINUTES
FOR THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2022
5:30 PM
Closed Session was called to order at 5:32 PM by Mayor Valdivia on Wednesday, April
6, 2022, via Feldheym Central Library, San Bernardino, CA.
CALL TO ORDER
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Theodore Sanchez Council Member, Ward 1 Present
Sandra Ibarra Council Member, Ward 2 Absent
Juan Figueroa Mayor Pro Tem, Ward 3 Present
Fred Shorett Council Member, Ward 4 Present
Ben Reynoso Council Member, Ward 5 Present 5:40 PM
Kimberly Calvin Council Member, Ward 6 Present
Damon L. Alexander Council Member, Ward 7 Present
John Valdivia Mayor Present
Robert D. Field City Manager Present
Sonia Carvalho City Attorney Present
Genoveva Rocha City Clerk Present
Mayor John Valdivia
Council Members
Theodore Sanchez
Sandra Ibarra
Juan Figueroa
Fred Shorett
Ben Reynoso
Kimberly Calvin
Damon L. Alexander
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5:30 PM
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
Treasure Ortiz, San Bernardino, stated that Mayor should not be involved with the
negotiations with Montecito Equities in closed session because he has received political
contributions from them. She also spoke about the “Andrea Miller” case and advised
that we need to make sure we are doing everything possible to not protect elected
officials for agreements that they vote to approve.
Paula Plunk, San Bernardino, thanked Treasure Ortiz for remembering democracy.
She expressed opposition to Council Member Ibarra’s request for legal representation.
CLOSED SESSION
A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(a) and (d)(1):
a. Rick Garcia v. City of San Bernardino, et al., San Bernardino Superior Court
Case No. CIVDS2014140 (Risk)
b. Ronald Alejandro Molina Santacruz v. City of San Bernardino, et al., San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVDS193924 (Risk)
c. Andrea Miller v. City of San Bernardino, San Bernardino Superior Court Case
No. CIVDS2015337 (Risk)
B) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)): One
Item (CAO)
C) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS - Discussion of
Evaluation Procedures (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957):
Titles: City Manager; City Attorney; and City Clerk (CM)
D) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.9(d)(2)): One Item - Notice of Claim, Montecito Equities, Ltd., dated
November 20, 2020. (CM)
7:00 PM
The Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino was
called to order at 7:07 PM by Mayor Valdivia on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, Feldheym
Central Library, San Bernardino, CA.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pastor Jorge Murguia from San Bernardino First Church of the Nazarene led the
invocation and Councilmember Calvin led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho reported that the City Council had authorized staff to file a
receivership action in a nuisance abatement case.
CITY MANAGER UPDATE
City Manager Rob Field provided city-wide updates to the Mayor and City Council,
including local road closures, new Public Works Street and park projects, and hiring of
the new Police Chief, Darren Goodman, effective June 1st.
MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL UPDATES/REPORTS ON CONFERENCES/MEETINGS
At this time, the Mayor and City Council provided updates to the community. Important
updates included domestic flights coming to the San Bernardino airport, improvements
at Seccombe Lake, restricted truck routes, and Neighborhood Association meetings.
Council Member Alexander announced that himself and Council Member Calvin
attended a virtual Job Corps event, as well as the San Bernardino Valley College
annual gala.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation for National Library Week - April 3-9, 2022 (All Wards)
Mayor Valdivia presented the proclamation to Library Director Ed Erjavek.
2. Proclamation for National Donate Life Month - April 2022 (All Wards)
Mayor Valdivia presented the proclamation to a representative from One Legacy.
3. Proclamation for Volunteer Appreciation Month - April 2022 (All Wards)
Parks and Recreation Director Lydie Gutfeld made a presentation and recognized
some of the City’s volunteers. Mayor Valdivia presented the proclamation to
Director Gutfeld.
4. 2021 Public Safety Report (All Wards)
Interim Police Chief David Green presented the report. The report was a general
overview of crime and public safety efforts. Highlights included common types of
theft in the city, and property and violent crime statistics.
After the presentations, City Manager Rob Field announced that Item No. 10
would be continued to the May 4th, 2022, Mayor and City Council Meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ITEMS LISTED AND NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Lesley Stevens, San Bernardino Chamber of Commerce, announced that the 66ers
Baseball Team’s opening game is May 6th, the Chamber of Commerce is hosting a
meeting on April 20th, and the National Orange Show fair begins April 20th at the
Fairgrounds.
Paula Plunk spoke in opposition of Mayoral Candidates Helen Tran, John Valdivia, and
Jim Penman. She encouraged people to vote on June 7th.
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Thelma Thomas spoke in support of homeless people and stated that they are often
mistreated by police.
Advocating for Everyone (A.F.E.), Cal State San Bernardino, representative Cassandra
stated that their group is comprised of six students. They explained the results of the
survey, including requests from citizens for more resources in the city.
Alejandro Faz, University of Southern California Student and Animal Control
Commissioner, spoke in support of Item No. 35 proposing the formation of a youth civic
council.
John Shollenberger discussed Items No. 16 and 17. He stated he did not agree with the
city legally representing Council Member Ibarra in the “Miller” lawsuit.
Harry Hatch spoke in support of prohibiting fireworks.
Mike Hartley asked that street sweeping be reinstated, spoke in support of more Code
Enforcement officers, and asked for more Police Officers to patrol the apartment
buildings in the city.
Luis Ojeda, “We are the Change”, announced that he is working with the city to bring
back “SB Food Fest”.
Treasure Ortiz spoke about Item No. 16. She opposed Council Member Ibarra being
legally represented by the city. She supports the Violence Intervention Program (V.I.P).
Jim Penman discussed the city’s bankruptcy. He also stated that when he was the city’s
attorney, lies were told about him that led to his recall.
Marcus Funches, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources for the San
Bernardino Unified School District, encouraged building a partnership between the city
and the school district. He supports a youth council within the city.
Rick Avila spoke in opposition of mayoral candidates Jim Penman, Helen Tran, or John
Valdivia. He supports Treasure Ortiz for Mayor.
Lawanda Ranger supports Jim Penman for mayor. She stated that the next mayor
should be a good leader and a good example.
Dr. Scott Wyatt, President of the San Bernardino Unified School District, spoke in
support of future agenda Item No. 35, a student advisory council. He also asked the
Mayor and City Council to address the potholes in the city.
At this time, City Clerk Genoveva Rocha read the following written ADA
accommodation public comment aloud into the record:
Tim Dorame stated that he does not support Jim Penman, John Valdivia or Helen Tran
for mayor.
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Hardy Brown expressed his support for the first African American Police Chief, Darren
Goodman. He thanked City Manager Field for hiring Mr. Goodman.
DISCUSSION
5. Ordinance Amending Chapter 19.70.030 of the San Bernardino Municipal
Code Exempting Students of Educational Institutions Engaged in Film-Making
Activities from the Special Events Permit Fee
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance MC-1575
amending Chapter 19.70.030 of the San Bernardino Municipal Code to waive the
Special Events permit fee for students conducting filmmaking activities; and
2. Adopt a Student Filmmaking Activities Special Events Permit Fee Policy
The staff presentation was waived.
RESULT: INTRODUCED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1575 AND ADOPTED
POLICY [6-0]
MOVER: Ben Reynoso, Council Member, Ward 5
SECONDER: Kimberly Calvin, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
6. Ordinance - Property Maintenance Code (Vacant Building Board-Up
Standards) (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1) Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-
1576 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California,
amending Chapter 15.05 (Property Maintenance Code) of Title 15 (Buildings
and Construction) of the City of San Bernardino Municipal Code adding Section
15.05.300 (Vacant Building Board-Up Standards); and finding the exemption
under the California Environmental Quality Act; and
2) Schedule the adoption of the above Ordinance for the regularly scheduled
meeting of the Mayor and City Council on May 4, 2022.
Council Member Figueroa, Council Member Sanchez, and Mayor Valdivia asked for
clarification of the ordinance. Planning Division Manager Oliver Mujica provided a
brief synopsis.
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RESULT: INTRODUCED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1576 [6-0]
MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
SECONDER: Damon L Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
7. Update on Organics Collection, Processing and Disposal Services Due to SB
1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Mandate (All Wards)
Recommendation
The Mayor and City Council to receive an update on the status of the City’s efforts
to comply with the SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Mandate.
Alex Qishta, Deputy Director of Public Works, provided a presentation regarding
SB1383 and the city’s agreement with Burrtec for trash collection. Council Member
Calvin asked if food waste could be provided to community gardens for free.
RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; RECEIVED UPDATE
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. Public Hearing on Annexation No. 12 to Community Facilities District 2019-1
(Ward 3)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California:
1. Hold a Public Hearing;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-65 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of
San Bernardino, California, calling an election to submit to the qualified
electors the question of levying a special tax within the area proposed to be
annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services)
(Annexation No. 12);
3. Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election;
4. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-66 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of
San Bernardino, California, declaring election results for Community Facilities
District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 12);
5. Introduce, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. MC-
1577 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino, California,
amending Ordinance No. MC-1522 and levying special taxes to be collected
during Fiscal Year 2022-23 to pay the annual costs of the maintenance and
servicing of landscaping, lighting, water quality improvements, graffiti, streets,
street sweeping, parks and trail maintenance, a reserve fund for capital
replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of San
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Bernardino Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services);
and
6. Schedule the final reading and adoption of Ordinance No MC-1577 for May 4,
2022.
Mayor Valdivia opened the Public Hearing at 9:52 PM
There were no written communications received or public comments for this item.
City Clerk Rocha confirmed that zero written protests were received.
The Public Hearing was closed at 9:53 p.m.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-65 [6-0]
MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-66 [6-0]
MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
RESULT: INTRODUCED ORDINANCE NO. MC-1577 [6-0]
MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
SECONDER: Juan Figueroa, Council Member, Ward 3
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and are voted on in a single
motion unless a council or staff member has pulled the item for more discussion.
RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT CALENDAR AND PULLED ITEM
NOs. 11, 17, and 18 FOR DISCUSSION [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
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9. Approval of Mayor City Council Meeting Minutes
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, approve the minutes from the January 19, and February 2, 2022, Regular
Meeting of the Mayor and City Council.
RESULT: APPROVED MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
10. Violence Intervention Program Contract Amendments (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to amend Professional Services Agreements
with Hope Culture and Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy by increasing
the amount of each agreement by $250,000, for a total of $500,000 of American
Rescue Plan Act funds.
City Manager Field requested that this item be continued to a future meeting and
there was a consensus from the Mayor and City Council.
RESULT: NO ACTION TAKEN; CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 2022, AT THE
REQUEST OF THE CITY MANAGER
11. Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with PlaceWorks for
the Enhanced Public Participation Program (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the
Professional Services Agreement with PlaceWorks for the enhanced Public
Participation Program associated with the comprehensive General Plan update and
Downtown Specific Plan.
Council Member Sanchez pulled this item and asked staff to explain the amendment.
Planning Manager Mujica explained that the amendment is for public outreach and
holding more General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan community workshops. Council
Member Sanchez asked to continue the item to the next council meeting, to allow
PlaceWorks to come in and present to the council with more details.
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RESULT: CONTINUED TO MAY 4, 2022 [6-0]
MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
SECONDER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
12. City Board, Commission, and Citizen Advisory Committee Minutes Approved
in February/March 2022
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino
receive and file the minutes from the City board, commission, and citizen advisory
committee meetings approved in February and March 2022.
RESULT: APPROVED MINUTES [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
13. Professional Service Agreement with Matrix Consulting Group for a
Comprehensive Fee Study (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services
Agreement between the City of San Bernardino and Matrix Consulting Group for a
comprehensive fee study.
RESULT: APPROVED AGREEMENT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
14. Approval of Commercial and Payroll Disbursements (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California approve the commercial and payroll disbursements for March 2022.
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RESULT: APPROVED DISBURSEMENTS [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
15. Investment Portfolio Report for February 2022 (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, accept and file the Monthly Investment Portfolio Report for February
2022.
RESULT: APPROVED REPORT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
16. Amendment to Stream, Kim, Hicks, Wrage & Alfaro Legal Service Agreement
Re: Miller II (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California, authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment
to the Legal Services Agreement with Stream, Kim, Hicks, Wrage & Alfaro for
representation in the San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVDS2015337;
and authorize the Director of Finance to amend the Purchase Order to Stream, Kim,
Hicks, Wrage & Alfaro.
RESULT: APPROVED AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
17. Amendment to Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo Legal Service
Agreement Re: Miller II (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the
Legal Services Agreement with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo for
representation in the San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVDS2015337; and
authorize the Director of Finance to amend the Purchase Order to Atkinson,
Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo.
Council Member Alexander pulled this item and asked City Attorney Sonia Carvalho
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why this item was on the agenda. City Attorney Carvalho stated that the city has a duty
to defend employees that are acting within the scope of their duties. Human Resources
Director Rene Anderson stated that all contract amendments are routinely brought
before the council. City Attorney Carvalho confirmed that there are two law firms
assigned to this case number (CIVDS2015337), one which represents a Council
Member, and one which represents the city. Council Member Calvin again questioned
which agenda item represented which entity, and City Attorney Carvalho confirmed
again that this item, number 17, is regarding defending the City in this lawsuit. The City
is one defendant in this lawsuit.
RESULT: APPROVED AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT [5 TO 1]
MOVER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Calvin, Alexander
NAYS: Ben Reynoso
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
18. Approving Job Classifications, Amending the Salary Schedule and the Fiscal
Year 2021/22 Adopted Budget (All Wards)
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-67 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California, approving the:
1. Deputy Director of Human Resources (U) job classification;
2. Deputy Director of Information Technology (U), reclassification from IT
Operations Supervisor;
3. Grant Division Manager (U) job classification;
4. Grant Writer job classification;
5. Administrative Supervisor and Executive Assistant to the City Manager (U),
reclassification from Executive Assistant to City Manager (U)
6. Procurement Contract Specialist, job classification3:
7. Treasury Manager, reclassification from Treasury Supervisor;
8. Senior IT Technician, update the classification title only from IT Technician II;
9. Addition of four Code Enforcement Officers to the Community & Economic
Development Department;
10. Amendment of the City-wide salary schedule for full-time, part-time, temporary,
and seasonal positions; and
11. Amendment to Fiscal Year 2021-22 Adopted Budget by appropriating an
additional $128,450.
Council Member Sanchez requested that staff's recommendation be amended to
include a total of eight (8) Code Enforcement Officers. There was discussion among
council members regarding which fund these positions would be allocated from.
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RESULT: APPROVED WITH AMENDMENT TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION
TO INCLUDE A TOTAL OF EIGHT (8) CODE ENFORCEMENT
OFFICERS [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
19. Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement for Graves and King (All
Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the
Professional Services Agreement with Graves and King for representation in San
Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVDS 2014140; and authorize the Director of
Finance to amend the Purchase Order to Graves and King.
RESULT: APPROVED AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Ibarra
20. Application for the California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal
Protection, and Outdoors Access for All Act of 2018 Per Capita Program
(Ward 6)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, adopt Resolution No. 2022-68, approving the application for the
California Drought, Water, Parks, Climate, Coastal Protection, and Outdoors Access
for All Act of 2018 Per Capita Program.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-68 [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
21. Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program Update (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, receive and file an update on the Hometown Heroes Military Banner
Program.
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RESULT: APPROVED BANNER PROGRAM UPDATE [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
22. Resolution Declaring Intent to Annex Territory: CFD No. 2019-1 Annexation
No. 14 (Ward 3)
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-69 the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California, declaring its intention to annex territory into Community
Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) of the City of San Bernardino,
adopting a map of the area to be proposed (Annexation No. 14) and authorizing the
levy of special taxes therein.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-69 [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
23. Resolution Declaring Intent to Annex Territory: Community Facilities District
No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services): Annexation No. 16, Tax Zone No. 17
(Belmont) (Ward 5)
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-70 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California, declaring its intention to annex territory into Community
Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) of the City of San Bernardino,
adopting a map of the area to be proposed (Annexation No. 16) and authorizing the
levy of special taxes therein.
Council Member Reynoso asked that the special taxes from this annexation pay for
additional streetlights in the area. Deputy Director of Public Works Alex Qishta stated he
could speak to the developer about the request.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-70 [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
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24. Resolution Declaring Intent to Annex Territory: Community Facilities District
No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services): Annexation No. 17, Tax Zone No. 18 (G&M
Oil #18) - (Ward 3)
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-71 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California, declaring its intention to annex territory into Community
Facilities District No. 2019-1 (Maintenance Services) of the City of San Bernardino,
adopting a map of the area to be proposed (Annexation No. 17) and authorizing the
levy of special taxes therein.
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-71 [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
25. Resolution Declaring Intent to Annex Territory: Community Facilities District
No. 2018-1 (Safety Services) Annexation No. 4, (Tract 20145) (Ward 5)
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-72 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2018-
1 of the City of San Bernardino (Safety Services), declaring its intention to consider
annexing territory to Community Facilities District No. 2018-1 of the City of San
Bernardino (Safety Services).
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-72 [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
26. Resolution to Initiate Preparation of Engineer's Report of Previously Formed
Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts, Initiating Proceedings to Levy
and Collect Assessments for Fiscal Year 2022/2023 (All Wards)
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-73 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California, initiating proceedings to levy and collect assessments for
Fiscal Year 2022/23 in Assessment Districts pursuant to The Landscaping and
Lighting Act of 1972, appointing the Engineer of Record, and ordering preparation of
Engineer's Reports.
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RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-73 [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
27. Mount Vernon Bridge Replacement - Construction and Maintenance
Agreement No. 22-1002699 (Wards 1,3)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to execute Construction and Maintenance
Agreement No. 22-1002699 with the San Bernardino County Transportation
Authority (SBCTA) and Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) for the
demolition, construction, and maintenance of the Mount Vernon Bridge.
RESULT: APPROVED AGREEMENT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
28. Graffiti Abatement and Dilapidated Building Painting Program Assessment
(All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, receive and file a report regarding the assessment of utilizing in-house
staff versus contracted staff for graffiti abatement and dilapidated building painting
services.
RESULT: APPROVED RECEIVE AND FILE OF REPORT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
29. Agreement with Phoenix Group Information Systems (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services
Agreement between Phoenix Group Information Systems and the City of San
Bernardino for parking citation processing services; and authorize the Director of
Finance to issue a purchase order to Phoenix Group Information Systems in an
amount not to exceed $100,000 per fiscal year; and amend the budget each
contract year if needed in an amount not to exceed 35% of the revenues collected
through the Parking Citation Intercept programs.
Regular Meeting Draft Minutes April 6, 2022
Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 16
RESULT: APPROVED AGREEMENT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
30. First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Axon
Enterprise, Inc., for Body Worn Camera Services (All Wards)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino,
California, authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the
Professional Services Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc., for body worn camera
services; and authorize the Director of Finance to issue a purchase order to Axon
Enterprise Inc. in an amount not to exceed $37,000.
RESULT: APPROVED AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
31. Progressive Design Build - California Theatre Improvements Project (Ward 1)
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-74 of the Mayor and City Council of the City of San
Bernardino, California:
1. Accepting the California Arts Council Grant in the amount of $2,500,000;
2. Authorizing the Director of Finance to amend the FY2021/22 CIP to include
California Theatre Improvements Project (“Project”) in the total project cost
amount of $2,500,000; and
3. Approving an Award of a Progressive Design Build Contract with Tilden-Coil
Constructors, Inc. in the amount of $309,031 to be paid from unspent Measure S
funds and reimbursed from grant proceeds; and
4. Authorizing the City Manager or designee to finalize and execute all documents
related to the Project.
Regular Meeting Draft Minutes April 6, 2022
Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 17
RESULT: ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2022-74 [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
ITEMS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE MEETINGS
32. Consideration of a Development Code Amendment to Permit Open Porches to
Encroach into the Front Setback (All Wards) (Council Member Sanchez)
RESULT: APPROVED FOR CONSIDERATION AT A FUTURE MEETING [6-0]
MOVER: Fred Shorett, Council Member, Ward 4
SECONDER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
33. Mobile Showers for the Unhoused (All Wards) (Council Members Ibarra &
Sanchez)
RESULT: APPROVED FOR CONSIDERATION AT A FUTURE MEETING [6-0]
MOVER: Theodore Sanchez, Council Member, Ward 1
SECONDER: Kim Calvin, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
34. Policy Manual Regarding Grant Funded Positions (All Wards) (Council
Member Alexander)
RESULT: APPROVED FOR CONSIDERATION AT A FUTURE MEETING [4-1]
MOVER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7
SECONDER: Kim Calvin, Council Member, Ward 6
AYES: Figueroa, Shorett, Calvin, Alexander
NOES: Theodore Sanchez
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra, Ben Reynoso
35. Establish a Program for High School Students to Serve as Junior Council
Members to Encourage Greater Civic Engagement, Reporting through the City
Manager's Office (All Wards) (Council Member Calvin)
Regular Meeting Draft Minutes April 6, 2022
Mayor and City Council of the City of San Bernardino Page 18
RESULT: APPROVED FOR CONSIDERATION AT A FUTURE MEETING [6-0]
MOVER: Ben Reynoso, Council Member, Ward 5
SECONDER: Damon L. Alexander, Council Member, Ward 7
AYES: Sanchez, Figueroa, Shorett, Reynoso, Calvin, Alexander
ABSENT: Sandra Ibarra
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting of the Mayor and City Council was adjourned at 10:32 PM on Wednesday,
April 6, 2022 in honor of Tony Murguia.
The next joint regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council and the Mayor and City
Council Acting as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will be held on
Wednesday, May 4th, 2022 in the Council Chamber located at 201 North “E” Street, San
Bernardino, California 92401. Closed Session will begin at 5:30 p.m. and Open Session
will begin at 7:00 p.m.
By:_________________________