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Nut graf: The council did not adopt a blanket schedule change. Instead, members voted unanimously to direct the city manager and staff to consult with each commission on feasible meeting times and to return with recommendations that include any fiscal impacts. Several council members asked staff to quantify the cost of added security — and, if warranted, the cost of an armed guard — for commissions that meet after hours, citing past incidents and safety concerns raised by commissioners.

Council member Ybarra said commissioners historically decided meeting times among themselves; Council member Kanas and others emphasized the working‑class schedules of many residents and urged accommodating volunteers. Council member Flores asked staff to identify high‑priority commissions and the potential cost to adjust times. Council member Charette voiced caution about staff capacity and the city’s constrained finances.

Ending: The council directed staff to report back on a commission‑by‑commission assessment of meeting‑time feasibility, a recommended schedule if any changes are warranted, and an estimate of any security or staffing costs associated with evening meetings.

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Nut graf: Multiple public commenters used the library agenda item to press the council for an update on a downtown computer lab problem that has left patrons without functioning public computers for over a year. Residents said the computer outage hampers job searches, schoolwork and other critical services for lower‑income households that lack home access. City staff responded that a substantial library systems upgrade is under way and that funding is in process to update the city’s entire library computer system.

Public commenter Michael Meister said the lack of functioning computing resources disproportionately harms students and jobseekers. Housing and library staff later confirmed applications and equipment upgrades are moving forward; the city manager said the library will receive substantial funding and staff will provide updates to the council.

Ending: The council presented the proclamation and staff pledged to provide follow‑up on library computer restoration and system upgrades; residents requested that staff return with a timeline and status report.

","Council proclaimed April 2025 as National Library Week and residents and commenters pressed the city for an update after downtown library computer labs were offline for more than a year; city manager said a substantial upgrade is in process.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6614132,"Public raises animal shelter concerns as council considers $700,000 item; staff says partner cities billed quarterly",2895,2598000,5493000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2865207-0e8de95bb4b5da43d3731b028ccce418&start=2598&end=5493","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2865207-0e8de95bb4b5da43d3731b028ccce418/thumbnail_2598000.jpg","/articles/6614132/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Public-raises-animal-shelter-concerns-as-council-considers-700000-item-staff-says-partner-cities-billed-quarterly","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6614132-0029307417a1469d171ced992581aab2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167420&Signature=ll2ogvNiBrIarkPLvIVOEJAVkZ4lnzrPt3AUASM1rzolYroD6z4gdSFA9TUoxVTbNSeuQvlCCd9B2~jRKzfWPb~1RusigbXX1EGjLYfMy3ADo1waKaXHSBbh3L5gN4Wi9DWd8HWY~t~01FzogsFYxxix3BGRB~OozJ9PfFmR1I9bK2FXnVzG3aHqM2SozneLEZb4QNRxHPa6kyOqM~kN2sQZhh4cFYwE5VlOBtXORufKxVSRbBbzlGKF2xeFZSzfypI4m3EnNJIQGXePM~H7zvUx8KZUu9RtuNhWxRaeuGSjOkTVpUbQJLLhqV6BRwCz~Ajd2g6qsP~0DNs8PfXG3A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Several residents used the April 2 council meeting to press the city on animal shelter operations and a funding request that public commenters described as lacking itemized detail. Speakers asked for explanations of spay/neuter strategy, intake and euthanasia rates, how shelter funds were spent, and whether partner jurisdictions were paying agreed contributions.

Nut graf: Lydia Savala, who said she compiled 2023/2024 intake figures, told council the shelter’s intake rose from about 7,028 animals in 2023 to roughly 8,000–9,000 in 2024 and that about one‑quarter of incoming animals arrived already dead and one‑quarter were euthanized. Residents also criticized an apparent lack of itemization for a roughly $700,000 line on the consent calendar and asked whether contracted or partner payments were current.

In response to a request by Council member Ibarra, city staff and finance said partner jurisdictions are being billed quarterly for the regional services agreement. Animal services staff described recent facility investments: a new customer service center, space for foster/volunteer programs and Lang Foundation staff, and 34 new kennels at the Chandler Place shelter. Staff said some purchases and supplies still need appropriation, which prompted the budget action on the consent calendar.

Council member Ibarra asked staff to provide council with a report showing how much partner cities have paid to date; staff agreed to return with those numbers. The council approved the underlying consent/budget action after discussion; the roll call showed one council member voting in opposition to that item (6–1 vote).

Ending: The public testimony captured substantial community frustration and detailed performance data from a resident analyst; staff committed to providing a fiscal reconciliation of billed and collected partner payments and to return with line‑item detail on the requested appropriation.

","Public commenters criticized San Bernardino Animal Services operations and asked for detailed line items on a roughly $700,000 funding request. Housing and finance staff said partner cities are being billed quarterly and that the city will return with detailed billing figures.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6614136,"Council expands motel voucher funding as staff says 13% of program spent so far",1244,30407000,31651000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2865207-0e8de95bb4b5da43d3731b028ccce418&start=30407&end=31651","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2865207-0e8de95bb4b5da43d3731b028ccce418/thumbnail_30407000.jpg","/articles/6614136/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-expands-motel-voucher-funding-as-staff-says-13-of-program-spent-so-far","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6614136-cda4e303290341c6f599fae225a34ab3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167420&Signature=jj~peDjxSfqeLyeGM05NXJX-~RzYjzN0K~N2HNCAtUDcLuSL5jn8FSJlFw4U7Bnlzlfa3NMGmbj86A2GS~chHAbo3D-dq24Cvq~D0z9h4I5KveblPXWfkVFByQ4Z1jgB8F62pCPggWbPqdbxGweix7lSV~hLX9T395VNSEJOmXDvB73-Elr4ESGRoJpSs380IhYguR7waZBdo4nsZssPMYI-QHgh-O2s2FN9HKRAQ0tD5eZeRX9H1UJuBqRNYr9bALS-Bm5xy0EUrpqPalge-EM3zsFYQodpgc5d8F3wiCCDfNu9f0BYibojpnZxh5eT2kZDEBxoaoggtSAt6aTyuQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The San Bernardino City Council voted unanimously April 2 to approve additional funding for the city’s motel voucher and rapid rehousing programs, a measure city staff and councilmembers described as an interim tool while the city develops navigation centers and permanent supportive housing.

Nut graf: Council members and staff emphasized the vouchers are intended for stabilization and intake of people who agree to services, not a permanent solution. Staff said the city has expended roughly 13% of an existing $2,700,000 motel voucher allocation and that hotel stays can extend beyond two weeks for participants who are actively engaged with service providers.

Council member Sanchez framed the funding as part of parallel efforts to create durable options, saying the council has pursued a navigation center and purchased land for permanent supportive housing. Council member Ortiz, who pulled the item for discussion, asked whether the city could sustain voucher spending until construction of permanent facilities is complete; staff and the police chief answered that the city currently has funds and is pursuing CDBG and other grant sources to expand supportive services for voucher recipients.

Chief (police) told council the stabilization provided by motel vouchers is “absolutely fruitful,” noting hotel placements allow service providers to engage participants and aim for permanent housing. Housing staff said the police department and partners are billing partner jurisdictions quarterly for their agreed‑upon shares; staff agreed to provide council a report showing amounts billed and received from partner cities.

Ending: The council approved the measure on a unanimous vote. Staff said the voucher program is one element in a wider strategy that includes two planned navigation centers, rapid rehousing approved earlier, and future nonprofit partnerships funded via CDBG to provide onsite services to voucher participants.

","The council approved additional funding for motel vouchers and related services for people experiencing homelessness, while councilmembers and staff reiterated long‑term plans for navigation centers and permanent supportive housing.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6614141,"Council approves $45 million tax-exempt bond for Arrowhead Grove Phase 4",1803,26285000,28088000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2865207-0e8de95bb4b5da43d3731b028ccce418&start=26285&end=28088","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2865207-0e8de95bb4b5da43d3731b028ccce418/thumbnail_26285000.jpg","/articles/6614141/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-approves-45-million-tax-exempt-bond-for-Arrowhead-Grove-Phase-4","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6614141-9a4f755a7dc8020a74b2419d0550e441/orig.mp4?Expires=1771167420&Signature=PJSowAxAFHFM7YSudbUaamcuq0VPCr26Qonz6osqOmUZdkT93eBhgN-ZcqH51d2zXdEQv~0VuVcrMXC9X9C1d1nWJ81yFwloMbEa1MwBEmhZuj-HAQoc-7uS~WrHwU5UkUzriR0APU5kMOT9wEvdAMvxm-WQNWnxqDwLB9lofIIfApaMT~OZU0K5199nfOPlu--kRlAHmkkRYiW0ZMQD1VbLGAwBarpeH1rXock3ufMfs4VX9XXQGaDYge5EE3c-fefEdL1zNIaTlP8mtNHez7KibmMKEPHIn3DGW6XKmGYRvKJlBQd1SHPhIXlXlXc5LLDK-dLXaPcTYAVpyrAM6g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The San Bernardino City Council on April 2 held a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) public hearing and unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of tax‑exempt bonds not to exceed $45,000,000 to finance Arrowhead Grove Phase 4, a 92‑unit affordable rental project.

The bonds will be issued by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority on behalf of Arrowhead Grove 4 LP. Trina Perez of the city’s housing staff told council the certificate of public approval required by TEFRA allows members of the community to comment on the proposed issuance. Perez said the city is not obligated to repay the bonds; the debt will be repaid from the project’s rental revenue.

Nut graf: The vote moves forward a project partners described as a multi‑agency collaboration between the city, the County of San Bernardino, the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino and National Core. City staff said there is no fiscal impact to the city general fund from the bond issuance itself and that the city will return to council in June 2025 for formal commitment of HOME funds tied to the development.

City staff described the project cost as approximately $135,500,000 for the overall development (all phases) and said the city had conditionally committed about $4,900,000 in October 2024; staff characterized the $45 million bond as financing specifically for Phase 4. The development will include a community center with space for health‑related services and nonprofit offices, staff said.

Council member Sanchez moved to approve the resolution; Council member Kanas seconded. The motion passed on a unanimous roll call.

Ending: City staff said the California Statewide Communities Development Authority will serve as issuer and that National Core will act as developer; the housing staff will return to council in June for a separate resolution to commit HOME funds.

","The San Bernardino City Council held a TEFRA public hearing and voted unanimously to approve up to $45 million in tax-exempt bonds for Arrowhead Grove Phase 4, a 92-unit affordable housing project developed by National Core and financed by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority.","actionData","errors"]

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