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Scope of proposed changes: City staff and the ordinance author explained the amendments respond to prior council direction and remove certain affidavits (for example those linked to homeowner status) while adding affidavits for existing members and clarifying that candidates must be registered voters in the district they seek to represent. The ordinance also revises procedures related to removal of planning commissioners and water and power commissioners.

Vote: The council voted to introduce the ordinance as written. Roll call recorded ayes from Council members Putz, Hicks, Segovia and Herrick; Mayor Perry Melnick recorded a no vote. The motion carried.

Why it matters: The changes affect candidate eligibility documentation and removal procedures for appointed bodies and aim to tighten verification processes for those seeking and holding public office in the city. City staff said the revisions reflect council direction given at a prior meeting and that Jim Priest assisted drafting the revisions.

Next steps: The ordinance was introduced for further processing; if the item follows typical procedure it will return for a subsequent hearing or adoption vote per the municipal code schedule for ordinance enactment.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting 5-14-25","oneSentenceSummary","The council voted to introduce an ordinance amending Big Bear Lake Municipal Code chapters on council, planning commission and Department of Water and Power residency and proof requirements; the measure passed on roll call despite the mayor voting no.","taxTitle","Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, California","taxId",58382,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6560666,"Council pauses A-frame enforcement; members propose revisiting sign ordinance as part of general plan update",209,6633000,6842000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3312440-1fdf3d5fb08bd243c0498271f9efb085&start=6633&end=6842","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3312440-1fdf3d5fb08bd243c0498271f9efb085/thumbnail_6633000.jpg","/articles/6560666/Big-Bear-Lake/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-pauses-A-frame-enforcement-members-propose-revisiting-sign-ordinance-as-part-of-general-plan-update","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6560666-77991505029eaaa870022ca3aa396d93/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155653&Signature=YscobEMUB9E6RGmK8qSzYdezL76BMxRwC6Xi1jkIehSoz907EDxH~4QgtoXpdNkyAwVto8uUkASFQE9NJGTUlTJQ1otfoTTVudICSCDJtZZcnr76zF5sAB4i-dbwBJ7X176vCFtaw1VKOs4JJ5xnOgmbHA5R7nuJUjt1o98ZeQV9KFvEcuS~0wk3NL~bupOZKCfVUmXTXmDpYqXTD~ecCIj-WEARj2pAXwG299crBff6m3Jua~omeKnGlFQ4VSN0pY1O7evI-rQHneerYHbEPpJWPDK6CyIop0hLQjmc7hWX9wneo6fWusm5edqCpF2cR4W0yTilVxYxQhnLdxSc7g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City planning staff told the council that, consistent with prior direction, enforcement of A-frame signs has been paused while staff and the council consider longer-term updates to the sign ordinance.

Public comment: Business owners and event organizers urged the council to update the sign ordinance to reflect current retail and tourism realities, arguing that some businesses outside the village lack foot traffic and that flexible signage could help them attract customers. Speakers said they support a sign ordinance but asked for revisions that consider modern business needs and fairness across locations.

Council discussion and process: Staff said the general plan amendment process is the appropriate venue for a comprehensive review of signs, dark-sky rules and related development code items. Staff estimated a consultant could be procured in fall 2025 and that the general plan advisory committee (GPAC) would be formed to review elements; the committee’s membership and timing will be brought back to the council. Several council members asked staff to expedite a focused review of the sign ordinance if possible and to ensure the planning commission is fully seated before certain steps.

Action and next steps: The pause on enforcement remains in place per council direction. Councilmembers requested staff return with options and a timeline for reconsidering the sign ordinance and potential short-term solutions while the general plan process moves forward.

Ending: Staff and council agreed to return with proposals that can be vetted by the planning commission or a GPAC; in the meantime, A-frame enforcement is on hold.","Staff said the council had directed a pause on enforcement of A-frame signs. Council members and public commenters urged a broader review of the sign ordinance; staff proposed the general plan advisory committee or the general plan amendment process as the venue for a full review, with a possible consultant award in fall 2025.",{"_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},6560673,"Council accepts Performing Arts Center restroom renovation; final contract below authorized amount",121,6115000,6236000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3312440-1fdf3d5fb08bd243c0498271f9efb085&start=6115&end=6236","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3312440-1fdf3d5fb08bd243c0498271f9efb085/thumbnail_6115000.jpg","/articles/6560673/Big-Bear-Lake/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-accepts-Performing-Arts-Center-restroom-renovation-final-contract-below-authorized-amount","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6560673-bcd9c19b1b1463b7e0d495a6bad51f56/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155653&Signature=GotoofNQl869I8XO1bQfcRPaQT3Wm5daoFu1b3-vKcfORbGMVB9B6zqo40v7MGeBTapJLpYycQCVI~d0PJ8RF2CwcZW2Q8paMHWf93PgVVi9cUud-q7pwN0iEgy1Qw1RhUtOo1JIsPCy75mm0DK7xCAVxg5Xb9HkhXujmjSv7~jYJUjmmNwjtDRKAYvFcA3WdI4KN7Hlv1qcSXh7tyXryGJtnnFyk8kNJFPqoqN6wf9ubd0D3gWEjsfd3NpqSMrDQyrTkqAdqRdtYCoS7ghfY5VB18BTu59IpD0qRFCU7MG5GeC1RcetE2QhN738HZ22RdNs1IcR754uYbTUfwQfzQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff told the council the Performing Arts Center restroom renovation project was substantially complete and recommended filing a notice of completion. The project addressed Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility issues and other interior updates.

Project background and costs: The council awarded the construction contract in February to Cornerstone Construction Company of Victorville following seven bids. The original contract award including contingency was $447,308; total contract expenditures reported at completion were $435,108, which included about $45,000 of authorized contingency work. Staff said additional scope resulted from unforeseen structural, plumbing and electrical conditions discovered when walls and ceilings were opened.

Work completed and accessibility: Staff said the project required structural reinforcement, plumbing and electrical adjustments and reconfiguration to meet ADA clearances. Work was described as substantially complete, restrooms open and stocked, with minor punch-list items remaining.

Council action: The council voted to accept work as complete and authorize filing a notice of completion. Roll-call on the motion recorded unanimous approval.

Ending: Staff encouraged council members and the public to view the renovated restrooms and noted the project originated from a design effort begun in February 2023.
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Councilmember Randy Putz and others described the ride as a long-running community event that directs its net proceeds to many local volunteer organizations and school teams. Councilmember Rick (last name not specified in the record) and other supporters urged the council to consider designating Tour de Big Bear as one of the city’s signature events and exploring more permanent support.

Councilmember Chuck Hicks said he opposed dedicating taxpayer funds or using city resources in ways that tie up public safety staff or the city budget and said he could not support further expenditure of public funds for the event. In the roll-call vote on the agreement before the council, the motion to approve carried with four ayes and one no (Hicks).

Council direction and next steps: Several council members asked staff to bring the item back for a deeper discussion of benefits and costs; two council members requested a future agenda item for additional review. The council also discussed past budget reductions to event support (a 25% cut referenced in staff materials) and the possibility of returning the event to the village core to increase community engagement.

Public comment and community impact: Event organizers and community members told the council the race benefits an extensive list of local nonprofits, youth sports teams and volunteer organizations, and that the event draws visitors who inject tourism dollars into the local economy. Council members noted the event’s volunteer-driven nature and economic benefits but diverged on whether taxpayer support is appropriate.

Ending: The council approved the agreement as written and asked staff to return with more information at a later date; supporters were encouraged to document volunteer needs and costs to inform the follow-up discussion.","Council approved the city's agreement for the Tour de Big Bear event after discussion and a motion to revisit the city's support and budget contribution at a later meeting; one council member voted no.",{"_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},6560681,"Bear Valley Community Healthcare District outlines services expansion and urges support for parcel tax replacement Measure U",599,2466000,3065000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3312440-1fdf3d5fb08bd243c0498271f9efb085&start=2466&end=3065","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3312440-1fdf3d5fb08bd243c0498271f9efb085/thumbnail_2466000.jpg","/articles/6560681/Big-Bear-Lake/San-Bernardino-County/California/Bear-Valley-Community-Healthcare-District-outlines-services-expansion-and-urges-support-for-parcel-tax-replacement-Measure-U","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6560681-08c2c0c7a148d889bdb27e1932dea8a0/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155653&Signature=DPdEHVczoOw3i1aoWpfciSNVrJZfxkB4jnCFqJry9ASuHB625~0NRCAKMURWx4eVP6qqEHD0LARgln-osp-z64VS~4zW-isDUxiXDiZIGEa6q~M0MM9PW6JtVL0gWTyiB4xHbPKtetzJaWy~49ng3FvfVgGB8FWsLfmLKfb1Wbz~7mrNdYPU1CfKiT6rCR~rWd~GO4zCWvQv0TlOyXNc8FhmmFsRlF-SYYj9U5rUx3csTEXtkKeMZrWa1LeHLk1ounqolL8S3Ek8PiBX4YTUHgU-969Q4GXEKwZ6H3O2pWFISug9Bub3RDKIiTP-nkxtv5C6d5TdFlIfc6TasVl-3A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bear Valley Community Healthcare District CEO Evan Raynor told the Big Bear Lake City Council that the district is expanding local services and is asking voters in the district to approve a parcel tax replacement measure, referred to as Measure U, to sustain the work.

Raynor, who identified the hospital as a 30-bed critical access facility, said the district provides a 24-hour emergency department and has added and plans to add specialty services including ophthalmology, orthopedics, psychiatry/behavioral health, pediatrics, pulmonology, sleep studies and an on-site MRI program. He said some services recently added include an ophthalmologist and optometry staff, and the hospital has performed emergency dialysis and transported patients to skilled nursing when needed during a recent wildfire with poor air quality.

Raynor said the district’s Community Health Needs Assessment identified mental and behavioral health as a top local need. He described plans to recruit providers and expand clinic and surgery services, and provided approximate equipment cost estimates: an echocardiogram program ($100,000), MRI installation (roughly $250,000 for site pad and concrete), new patient monitoring equipment ($350,000) and a dialysis machine ($100,000). Raynor said some equipment projects aggregate to roughly a half-million dollars.

Why it matters: Raynor framed Measure U as a local funding mechanism intended to preserve emergency and specialty services in a remote community where the next nearest emergency room is about 50 minutes away. He said the measure is a replacement parcel tax and cited California Government Code section 53730.1 for uniform parcel tax rules described in the presentation.

Details and ballot schedule: Raynor said the measure would be a uniform $40 parcel tax for most properties in the district, and that mail ballots would be sent to registered voters in the district the week of May 26, 2025, with ballots to be postmarked or returned by June 24, 2025. He said the change would lower the tax rate for roughly 80% of property owners in the district (from $45 to $40 for 10 years per the district’s description) but noted that for unimproved parcels the assessed amount would increase from $20 to $40 for 10 years. Raynor said revenues would be tracked in a separate account and reported on annual audits specific to nurses, doctors and equipment.

Council interaction: Council members asked clarifying questions about the ballot timeline and who receives ballots; Raynor replied ballots go to registered voters in the district. No council action was taken on the measure during the meeting; the presentation was informational.

Context and caveats: Raynor warned of possible federal Medicaid funding reductions and framed the parcel tax as a local investment to sustain services, recruit certified emergency physicians and pursue stroke and trauma designations. He referenced support from Representative Jay Obernolte’s office for a VA long-term care program contracted in December. Raynor also said the hospital aims to pursue stroke accreditation and other quality designations.

Ending: Raynor concluded by urging voters in the district to consider the replacement measure to continue funding local services the district described as essential to the valley’s health and local economy.","Bear Valley Community Healthcare District CEO Evan Raynor updated the Big Bear Lake City Council on services added and planned, and described a mail-ballot parcel tax replacement (Measure U) that the district says would fund local emergency and specialty services.","actionData","errors"]

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