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Midwest Veterinary Supply — contract amendment (consent)
- What the council did: Approved Amendment No. 2 to the purchase agreement with Midwest Veterinary Supply to increase the contract amount up to $500,000 and extend the contract term to June 30, 2026. Staff and supporters said the vendor supplies pharmaceuticals, vaccines and veterinary consumables at scale and lower unit costs.
- Public comment: Several speakers urged local sourcing and raised operational concerns about shelter performance; staff replied that clinics and fee schedules will be returned to the council if fees are required.
- Vote: Passed (recorded as 5–0 while one member was absent earlier in the meeting; staff noted unanimous approval).

Solid-waste collection special assessments — annual confirmation (public hearing/consent)
- What the council did: Confirmed the annual special-assessment roll for solid-waste collection services and noted a delinquency-remittance timeline (staff cited delinquent accounts, payment deadlines and outreach programs).
- Key numbers from staff presentation: delinquent balances in the range cited in the report (staff presented a reduction in delinquent accounts from earlier in the year and advised property owners of deadlines to resolve balances before county roll submittal).
- Vote: Passed unanimously.

Park restroom rehabilitation funding (item 22)
- What the council did: Approved a modest rehabilitation program for park restrooms, identified a list of high-priority parks and allocated initial funds (staff identified $63,000 in program monies to address plumbing, fixtures, lighting and minor repairs across selected parks).
- Discussion: Councilmembers emphasized pairing repairs with security, maintenance and possible ranger presence to ensure facilities remain usable; members stressed Americans with Disabilities Act considerations could increase costs if full accessibility upgrades are required.
- Vote: Passed by roll call.

Other consent and procurement items
- Contracts and bids: The council approved a series of contract awards and routine consent items, including a chosen low bidder for a linear‑foot public‑works project (staff discussed unit prices and recommended the lowest responsive bidder). The consent calendar passed with standard roll-call votes.

Why it matters: These items maintain city operations (solid-waste billing and vendor supply for animal services), invest in neighborhood park amenities and finalize procurement for capital projects. Several items generated public comment and council discussion about transparency, local sourcing and operational oversight.

Provenance: Items and votes are recorded in the July 16 meeting minutes and the meeting transcript.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","REUNION DEL ALCALDE Y AYUTAMIENTO - 07/02/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council approved multiple consent and action items at its July 16 session, including a contract amendment for veterinary supplies, confirmation of annual solid‑waste assessments, and initial funding for park restroom rehabilitation.","taxTitle","San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California","taxId",9775,"location","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6655271,"Council votes to pursue LAFCO application for Spring Trails annexation after extended discussion",2047,9360000,11407000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5418064-2e1bb0254cbb72e03be85406609f6cd3&start=9360&end=11407","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5418064-2e1bb0254cbb72e03be85406609f6cd3/thumbnail_9360000.jpg","/articles/6655271/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-votes-to-pursue-LAFCO-application-for-Spring-Trails-annexation-after-extended-discussion","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6655271-f5974b2b75e73f83acb19cac009460c6/orig.mp4?Expires=1771189455&Signature=KxQTCeExKXm4gKOZSy0Ji51kFvXUwHd7MpaY4CnUN4l1XaNMA6qPTLLYZxgkTd5zDRJxsofrRCBO0T0EE24N2-WRK3a9N4GjPn3FD0ENRY~b1JVaApe-D5q9FUB55a-lINb-iyazMRFQwvfBHu36dYNJp-hZHJYTXoq1IkXFuXC82iIjeIfL-aoA7nQRy6QqKJOHawdJ8~-uvkME78ggSHAMmnKfywEEgQHYo765ZxIUlN03EQQmrm5bXXJ~ujFW1-z7U0wVEyXGcsMBH6ZQ6-2vvKMZzPfIUYyagRYcrgasOLOd5g67DEUGCeqU-X9tRLsb6N7w0OcdoDX-Ihif1Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The San Bernardino City Council voted July 16 to transmit a resolution to the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) seeking to initiate annexation proceedings for the Spring Trails / Hacienda Springs plan area, after staff presented background and council members and the public discussed fiscal and access concerns.

City staff described the action as a follow-up to the council’s November 2024 direction to pursue annexation-related paperwork and negotiations with the county. Staff told the council this step formally moves the application to LAFCO and schedules a LAFCO hearing (staff stated LAFCO scheduled an August 6 consideration) where residents and other stakeholders can comment.

Council debate focused on several recurring themes: fire and emergency access (commenters and staff noted LAFCO and fire agencies often require two access points), the fiscal balance of services if jurisdiction shifts from county to city, and the long history of the plan — staff said the project and environmental review dated back to earlier approvals from the 2010s. One staff figure cited an evaluation figure of about $2.6 million for aspects of the proposal.

Councilmember Canaz voted against the motion, expressing concerns about the city becoming responsible for a largely undeveloped area and uncertain long-term maintenance and service costs. Other councilmembers said they understood the concerns but supported moving the application to LAFCO so that a public hearing could adjudicate outstanding issues.

The council’s resolution does not itself annex the territory or change services; it forwards the city’s application and positions to LAFCO for a public hearing and determination. Staff said LAFCO’s process will allow residents, the fire agency and county representatives to present evidence and objections before any final jurisdictional change.

Actions recorded
- kind: other
motion: \"Authorize staff to file the LAFCO application and transmit the city's resolution supporting initiation of annexation proceedings for Spring Trails and associated island properties.\"
mover: not specified
second: not specified
tally: {\"yes\":4,\"no\":1,\"abstain\":0,\"absent\":0}
outcome: \"approved\"
notes: \"Vote recorded 4-1 with Councilmember Canaz opposed. The action authorizes submittal to LAFCO; LAFCO will hold the public hearing on August 6 (staff-provided schedule).\"

Why it matters: Annexation would transfer jurisdiction from the county to the city for the identified parcels if LAFCO and subsequent processes approve it; that transfer can change which agency receives property tax revenue, which public agencies provide services, and who reviews new development.

What happens next: The matter goes to LAFCO for a public hearing; LAFCO will assess environmental documents, service plans and the fiscal impacts before ruling on any jurisdictional change.

Speakers quoted in this report spoke during the council meeting in Spanish and English; quotes are taken from the official record.

\"La resolución ... es un pedido de labcore para tomar los siguientes pasos...\" — City staff (presentation on process to LAFCO).

\"Pasa el pedimento 4 a 1 con la oposición de Canaz.\" — Meeting clerk (vote result).","After extended debate over infrastructure, fire access and fiscal impacts, the council approved a resolution to submit annexation papers for the Spring Trails plan area to LAFCO; the measure passed 4-1 with Councilmember Canaz opposed.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6655276,"Council approves adaptive-reuse permit to convert office into four housing units in downtown San Bernardino",952,1989000,2941000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5418064-2e1bb0254cbb72e03be85406609f6cd3&start=1989&end=2941","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5418064-2e1bb0254cbb72e03be85406609f6cd3/thumbnail_1989000.jpg","/articles/6655276/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-approves-adaptive-reuse-permit-to-convert-office-into-four-housing-units-in-downtown-San-Bernardino","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6655276-b68b25f84078ce6cd2b8b8591901b980/orig.mp4?Expires=1771189455&Signature=D9nfBvls61CcjeH0uXg3PFSAFOLnAECLt4njEQy59Gm7ruUrSRWi3Ob0n0eYyoC8D7x8SowrRnJ8RA-gxqflnxGQnnChVej-eUtD69NMyK2ustUnLihNwX9Q4I2sWxm1N5VttwK7hrpe7xepFFtKYlYkqsWu-8KXz4vFaIpYj5g4ECbBDd-JaFd0nG714lX8zSa30WhabzgnvR480kzeGen2EUZ81mlN6sCILEtit2VzE5Yt1oWCMtg284ZMGiyWfPjmkiuR1JVc3lBRjc-5epTrFTdtvSUGJUjvaQS2CV3oPdA6f2nWr2Eoi2TkZ4yyYvTTAuo8kAtfs0Wk0FvzPw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The San Bernardino City Council on July 16 approved a development permit to convert a 2,430-square-foot commercial office building into four residential units under a city code provision that allows adaptive reuse of office space.

Mike Sáenz of the Planning Division presented the proposal and staff recommendation, describing the project as Development Permit D23-19 and referencing Ordinance MC1479 (2018), which added a chapter to the city’s development code to permit conversions of commercial office to residential use. The permit application covers four units of about 607.5 square feet each and construction of covered parking, and the staff report included site plans, elevations and landscaping details.

Public commenters supported the conversion as a way to put vacant office space back into productive use. Speakers and council members noted that some older office buildings cannot be adapted due to building-code or structural constraints, but that this property was suitable for conversion.

Councilmembers expressed support for the project as a local housing gain and applauded the planning commission’s unanimous recommendation to approve. Following presentation and public comment, the council voted electronically to approve the permit, with the staff packet and resolution recorded in the public record.

What happens next: Staff will complete building-permit review and construction inspections under the usual ministerial processes; the approval implements the city’s 2018 adaptive-reuse ordinance for eligible office buildings.

Speakers quoted in this report spoke in Spanish at the meeting; quotes are taken from the official record.

\"Nuestra recomendación es que el consejo adopte resolución aprobando el desarrollo de 23 19, permitiendo conversión de los edificios existentes...\" — Mike Sáenz, Planning Division.

Actions recorded
- kind: motion
motion: \"Approve Development Permit D23-19 to convert 2,430 sq ft of existing office space into four residential units (607.5 sq ft each) and construct covered parking per MC 14 79 and Resolution 2025-024.\"
mover: not specified
second: not specified
tally: {\"yes\":5,\"no\":0,\"abstain\":0,\"absent\":1}
outcome: \"approved\"
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George Ford Hills, associate planner in the city’s planning division, presented the staff recommendation and described the package as a multi-part action: an environmental determination (a negative declaration), an amendment to the development code, an amended map and a tentative subdivision map for about 14 lots and a multi-family residential pattern. He told the council the project would include six floor plans and architectural styles described in the materials and would provide about 59 guest parking spaces in addition to unit parking.

The item drew multiple public speakers who asked whether the homes would be affordable, how many vehicle trips the project would generate and where future residents would shop and obtain services. Dolores Armstead told the council she worried the homes would be priced too high for local families and urged measures to retain affordability. Ron Alvarado supported the project as a reuse of long‑vacant property and said it aligned with the city’s housing goals.

Councilmembers discussed market forces, infrastructure and community concerns. Councilmember Sánchez and Councilmember Ortiz said they supported the project and asked staff to keep working with developers and potential commercial partners to attract grocery and retail uses nearby. Councilmember Flores and Mayor Pro Tem Figueroa also praised staff coordination with Caltrans and developer outreach to neighbors. No councilmember who spoke publicly opposed moving the item forward.

The council approved the package, recorded in staff materials as adopting the negative declaration and introducing the ordinance and map amendments required to allow the proposed subdivision and residential plans. The staff report notes the council would consider final ordinance adoption at a future meeting, with an anticipated adoption date listed as August 6 for certain approvals.

Why it matters: The action changes the land-use designation of a commercial parcel to permit medium-density residential development in an area the city says is consistent with surrounding uses; residents sought clarity about affordability, parking and nearby services.

What happens next: The council’s vote advances the project to follow-up hearings and ministerial steps (final ordinance adoption, map recordation and developer permitting). Staff said additional technical reviews remain, including circulation and fire-access requirements.

Speakers quoted in this report spoke in Spanish at the council meeting; quoted phrases here are from the official meeting record.

\"Este proyecto está localizado en la esquina Northwest...\" — George Ford Hills, associate planner (presentation of site and plans).

\"Necesitamos viviendas a bajo costo...\" — Dolores Armstead (public comment expressing affordability concerns).

Actions recorded
- kind: resolution (environmental)
motion: \"Adopt the negative declaration and associated mitigation monitoring and reporting program for the Woodhill–Maisie project.\"
mover: not specified
second: not specified
vote_record: []
tally: {\"yes\":5,\"no\":0,\"abstain\":0,\"absent\":1}
legal_threshold: {\"met\":true,\"notes\":\"Staff and counsel advised the environmental determination met CEQA public-notice requirements as documented in the staff report.\"}
outcome: \"approved\"
notes: \"Council also introduced the implementing ordinance and advanced map amendments; final ordinance adoption scheduled for a later hearing.\"

Discussion vs. decision
- Discussion points: Affordability of future homes, parking counts and guest spaces, grocery and retail access, coordination with Caltrans for access improvements.
- Directions: Staff to continue outreach with developers and potential commercial partners; staff to return with technical responses and final ordinance for adoption.
- Decisions: Council adopted the environmental determination and introduced zoning/map amendments to proceed with the project.

Speakers (attributed in text)
- George Ford Hills — Associate Planner, City of San Bernardino Planning Division (government) [first_reference: 2991.75]
- Dolores Armstead — Resident / public commenter (citizen) [first_reference: 3648.55]
- Ron Alvarado — Resident / public commenter (citizen) [first_reference: 2609.215]
- Councilmember Sánchez — City Council member (government) [first_reference: 2799.32]
- Councilmember Ortiz — City Council member (government) [first_reference: 2887.4475]
- Councilmember Flores — City Council member (government) [first_reference: 4227.3296]
- Mayor Pro Tem Figueroa — Mayor Pro Tem / City Council (government) [first_reference: 4535.125]

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