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San Bernardino council adopts Rosenberg’s Rules of Order after close vote; Ortiz votes no
Summary
On May 21 the council voted 6–1 to adopt Rosenberg’s Rules of Order for council proceedings; Councilmember Yuri Ortiz voted in opposition and spoke against the change.
The San Bernardino City Council on May 21 approved Rosenberg’s Rules of Order for its proceedings by a 6‑1 vote, with Councilmember Yuri Ortiz recorded as the sole dissent.
Councilmember Ted Sanchez moved the change and the motion carried after a digital roll call; the clerk recorded the result as 6‑1 with Ortiz opposed. Council members who supported the change said they wanted a consistent parliamentary framework; Ortiz said during the meeting that she opposed adopting Rosenberg’s Rules and recorded her dissent.
The council did not immediately amend its municipal code or provide an ordinance number on the record; staff said details about implementation and training would follow. The measure will govern how council members conduct debate and how the chair manages meetings, replacing the existing practices previously used by the council.
