Banning, CA

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss a proposed draft amendment to the Historic Preservation Ordinance. The body is asked to review a draft Code Amendment to Chapter 17.58 of the Banning Municipal Code and a Table of Historic Resource Designations.

• Proposed draft amendment to Banning Municipal Code Chapter 17.58
• Review of the Table of Historic Resource Designations

Youth Council

The regular meeting of the Banning Youth Council scheduled for August 4, 2026, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Banning Planning Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice‑Chair for 2026. It will approve the September 10, 2025 and May 6, 2026 meeting minutes. The commission will consider Conditional Use Permit No. PCUP25-0003 for a physical therapy business at 3055 W. Ramsey Street, adopting a categorical exemption and a resolution. Public comments are also scheduled.

• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice‑Chair for the 2026 calendar year
• Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from September 10, 2025 and May 6, 2026
• Conditional Use Permit No. PCUP25-0003 – Performance Physical Therapy at 3055 W. Ramsey Street (adopt categorical exemption and resolution)
• Public comments (three‑minute limit per speaker) on any agenda or non‑agenda items

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss several private legal and real estate matters. Discussions include potential ground lease terms for the Banning Municipal Airport and negotiations regarding A.C. Dysart Park.

• Ground lease negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport (approx. 232.41 acres)
• Potential initiation of two litigation cases
• Labor negotiations with IBEW, Teamsters, and Banning Police associations
• Price and terms of payment negotiations for A.C. Dysart Park at 2101 W. Victory Avenue

City Council

The Banning City Council will consider a series of consent items, including approval of June 2026 city attorney invoices ($118,090.68), adoption of Ordinance No. 1624 to amend zoning for accessory dwelling units and junior ADUs, and several resolutions covering grant agreements, a $60,000 bucket‑truck repair contract, a $25,000 donation for the Fourth of July fireworks, and a $100,000 grant‑writing services contract. The Council will also discuss the status of the city’s Emergency Operations Plan, a possible cannabis warehouse moratorium, a fee‑waiver request for the Stagecoach Day event, and utility billing recovery efforts. Additionally, the Council will consider actions related to referendum petitions for Ordinances 1618‑1620 and may schedule a municipal election for November 2026.

• Approve city attorney invoices for June 2026 totaling $118,090.68
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1624, Zoning Text Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior ADUs
• Adopt Resolution 2026-105 authorizing up to $60,000 for bucket‑truck inspections and repairs for FY 2027
• Adopt Resolution 2026-107 accepting a $25,000 donation from the Morongo Band of Mission Indians for the Fourth of July celebration
• Adopt Resolution 2026-109 awarding on‑call grant‑writing and management services up to $100,000

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct several closed-session discussions. These include real property negotiations and labor relations.

• Ground lease negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport with Industrial Enterprises, LLC
• Price and payment negotiations for A.C. Dysart Park (2101 W. Victory Avenue) with Mayra Alejandrina Esquivel
• Discussion regarding the potential initiation of three legal cases
• Labor negotiations with IBEW, Teamsters, and police associations

City Council

The City Council will determine whether to repeal or hold a November 2026 election for three ordinances regarding the Sunset Crossroads Specific Plan, residential zoning, and a development agreement with NP Banning Industrial. The body will also discuss a cannabis warehouse moratorium and the city's emergency operations plan.

• Decision on referendum for Ordinance Nos. 1618, 1619, and 1620 regarding zoning and development
• Approval of June 2026 City Attorney invoices for $118,090.68
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1624 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
• Agreement with Altec Industries, Inc. for bucket truck repairs not to exceed $60,000
• Fee waiver request from Stagecoach Day's Association up to $38,000

City Council

The Banning City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss potential ground leases for the Banning Municipal Airport and A.C. Dysart Park, as well as potential litigation and labor negotiations. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.

• Negotiating price and terms for Banning Municipal Airport ground lease
• Negotiating price and terms for A.C. Dysart Park payment
• Potential initiation of litigation regarding three cases
• Labor negotiations with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and Teamsters
• Public comments on agenda items only

City Council

This special meeting of the Banning City Council, joint with the Utility Authority and Successor Agency, consists entirely of closed sessions. The council will discuss a proposed ground lease for Banning Municipal Airport (232 acres) with Industrial Enterprises, LLC, labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations, potential litigation, and terms for the purchase of A.C. Dysart Park.

• Closed session: Conference with real property negotiators for Banning Municipal Airport ground lease (Industrial Enterprises, LLC) – 232 acres across multiple parcels.
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding potential initiation of litigation – three potential cases.
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with IBEW (General and Utilities units), Teamsters, Banning Police Officers Association, and management groups.
• Closed session: Conference with real property negotiators for A.C. Dysart Park (APN 537-190-016) – price and terms of payment with Mayra Alejandrina Esquivel.

City Council

The Council will consider whether to repeal three specific ordinances or move forward with a November 3, 2026, municipal election regarding those ordinances. Additional discussions include a cannabis warehouse moratorium, utility billing recovery, and an emergency operations plan.

• Ordinance No. 1624: Zoning text amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Agreement with Altec Industries, Inc. for bucket truck repairs up to $60,000
• Donation from Morongo Band of Mission Indians for $25,000 for Fourth of July celebration
• Professional services agreements for grant writing not to exceed $100,000
• Fee waiver request for Stagecoach Day's Association up to $38,000

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Banning Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 16, 2026, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations regarding the Banning Municipal Airport. The meeting also includes discussions on potential litigation and labor negotiations with several employee organizations.

• Ground lease negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport (approx. 232.41 acres) between the City and Industrial Enterprises, LLC
• Conference with legal counsel regarding four potential cases of litigation initiation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding two potential cases of significant exposure to litigation
• Labor negotiations involving IBEW, Teamsters, and Banning Police associations

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to interview candidates for a Planning Commission vacancy. The council will also receive a report regarding the Beaumont Basin Watermaster.

• Planning Commission interviews for Position 4 (term ending January 31, 2027)
• Report on the background, purpose, and activities of the Beaumont Basin Watermaster

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to declare a fiscal emergency due to extraordinary financial circumstances. Other items include planning commission appointments, water management plans, and various landscape maintenance contracts.

• Declaration of a Fiscal Emergency (Resolution 2026-102)
• Low Carbon Transit Operations Program Free Fare Program ($122,249)
• Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 contract amendment ($92,114.65)
• Mariposa Landscapes professional services agreement amendment ($200,128)
• Banning City Parks landscape maintenance contract amendment (up to $172,734.80)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review monthly activity reports and the status of Community Development Block Grant projects. Members will also discuss current subcommittees and the selection of appointees to fill various vacancies.

• Selection of appointees for Parks and Recreation Commission subcommittee vacancies
• Report on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects and funding
• Parks and Recreation monthly report of activities for March and April 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations regarding the Banning Municipal Airport. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding potential litigation and labor negotiators regarding employee organizations.

• Ground lease negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport (approx. 232.41 acres) between the City and Industrial Enterprises, LLC
• Discussion of one potential case involving significant exposure to litigation
• Decision on whether to initiate one legal case
• Labor negotiations with IBEW, Teamsters, and Banning Police associations

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Recycled Water Upgrades Project. The council is asked to review project costs and work completed to date, and consider directing staff toward a specific funding strategy.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant and Recycled Water Upgrades Project update
• Proposal to terminate current Progressive Design-Build Contract
• Proposed two-phase scope: Phase I (Conventional Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements) and Phase II (Reverse Osmosis and Brine Management)

City Council

The City Council will consider a general municipal election for November 3, 2026. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding accessory dwelling unit zoning changes and several contract approvals.

• General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, for two City Council seats
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 26-0001 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• $246,725 agreement for fiscal year 2026-2027 custodial services
• $23,550 amendment for Sun Lakes Blvd Extension Project environmental support
• Grant application for the Hargrave Grade Separation Project

City Council

The Banning City Council will hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations regarding the Banning Municipal Airport. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding the case Hannah Poulter v. City of Banning.

• Ground lease negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport (approx. 232.41 acres) between the City and Industrial Enterprises, LLC
• Legal conference regarding Hannah Poulter v. City of Banning (Case No. CVR12405849)

City Council

The Banning City Council will hold a workshop to review a report regarding the city's animal shelter. The council is scheduled to receive and file the Banning Animal Shelter Feasibility Analysis Report prepared by IDS Group, Inc. and provide feedback.

• Banning Animal Shelter Feasibility Analysis Report by IDS Group, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will consider updating speed limits for 70 specified streets and a motion for censure. The meeting also includes several consent items regarding city statistics, land dedications, and professional service agreements.

• Update speed limits for 70 specified streets (Resolution 2026-75)
• Motion for Censure initiated by Councilmember Flynn against Councilmember Wallace
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Inc.
• Right of Way Dedication for 245 N Evans Street
• Easement for Public Drainage near 3610 Ramsey Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding Banning's Workout Plan to Sustainability. The council is expected to review a financial status update and provide direction on revenue and expenditure options for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Review of financial status update
• Discussion of revenue and expenditure options in Milestone 5
• Direction for the July 2026 through June 2027 proposed budget

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to conduct interviews for a Parks and Recreation Commission position. The council will also receive a presentation regarding the Electric System Master Plan.

• Interviews for Parks and Recreation Commission Position 1 (term ending January 31, 2029)
• Presentation of the City of Banning Electric Utility's Electric System Master Plan

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss legal matters and real property negotiations. Discussions include potential lease terms for the Banning Municipal Airport and A.C. Dysart Park.

• Litigation: Tom Miller v. the City of Banning (Case No. CVR12402316)
• Ground lease negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport
• Lease payment and terms negotiation for A.C. Dysart Park at 2101 W. Victory Avenue
• Discussion regarding two potential cases of significant exposure to litigation

City Council

The City Council will consider new residential and commercial garbage collection rates and a request for a fee waiver for Stagecoach Days. The meeting also includes discussions on a draft social media policy and the reprogramming of Community Development Block Grant funds.

• Fee waiver request up to $12,960 for Stagecoach Days Associations Barrels, Brews and Bites
• Reprogramming $43,144 in CDBG funds for Banning Senior Center ADA Improvement Project #2
• Establishment of FY 2026/2027 residential and commercial waste collection rates
• Acceptance of Atwell Specific Plan Development improvements and bond reductions
• Parks and Recreation Commission vacancy appointment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2026 calendar year. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a zoning text amendment for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units.

• Election of 2026 Planning Commission officers
• Public Hearing: Zoning Text Amendment PZTA 26-0001 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units)

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss various legal matters. This includes existing litigation, potential exposure to litigation, and the initiation of new litigation. Additionally, officials will meet regarding a proposed ground lease for the Banning Municipal Airport.

• Litigation: Supporters Alliance for Environmental Responsibility v. City of Banning (Case No. CVR12600183)
• Real property negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport ground lease with Industrial Enterprises, LLC

City Council

The Banning City Council will consider several resolutions regarding procedural guidelines, travel policies, and software agreements. The meeting also includes discussions on asset reuse at Opportunity Village and the reprogramming of community development funds.

• Resolution 2026-62: Software-as-a-Service agreement with Routeware, Inc. for $89,992
• Lions Park Non-Potable Water Irrigation Conversion Project completion notice
• Resolution 2026-44: Reprogramming $148,144 in Community Development Block Grant funds
• Resolution 2026-66: Authorization for automobile and equipment parts procurement up to $80,000 annually
• Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 assessment levy and collection

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review various departmental reports and updates. The commission is also scheduled to discuss filling vacancies within its subcommittees.

• Discussion of current subcommittees and selection of appointees for various vacancies
• Senior Center and Large Event update
• Youth and Adult Sports update
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan update (future agenda)
• Roosevelt Williams Park Youth Council mural update (future agenda)

City Council

City Council

The Banning City Council will review several ordinances regarding land rezoning and camping regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on a new travel policy, a software services agreement, and various city administrative reports.

• Rezoning of territory south of I-10 and west of Sunset Avenue for NP Banning Industrial, LLC
• Zone change for 41 acres near Westward and Sunset Avenues to Very High Density Residential
• Amendment to municipal code regarding camping and related activities
• Energy efficiency program agreement with the Arbor Day Foundation
• Software-as-a-Service agreement with Routeware, Inc. for $89,992

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting including closed sessions regarding litigation and property negotiations. The council will also consider an amendment to a professional services agreement in open session.

• Ground lease negotiations for Banning Municipal Airport involving Industrial Enterprises, LLC
• Payment term negotiations for A.C. Dysart Park with Banning Stagecoach Days Association
• Litigation discussion regarding Tom Miller v. City of Banning
• Litigation discussion regarding R.R., a minor v. City of Banning
• Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Sloan, Sakai, Yeung & Wong, LLP

City Council

The Banning City Council special workshop will discuss recommendations to hold interviews for a Parks and Recreation Commission vacancy (Position 1) and two Planning Commission vacancies (Positions 1 and 2), each with terms ending January 31, 2029. The meeting is conducted via Zoom with public comment limited to agenda items. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Recommendation to conduct interviews for Parks and Recreation Commission Position 1 (term ends Jan 31, 2029)
• Recommendation to conduct interviews for Planning Commission Positions 1 and 2 (terms end Jan 31, 2029)
• Public comments allowed on agenda items only

City Council

This is a special meeting held entirely in closed session. The council will confer with legal counsel on two potential litigation cases and negotiate a ground lease for the Banning Municipal Airport with Industrial Enterprises, LLC. No public actions are scheduled.

• Closed session discussion of two potential litigation cases (Government Code §54956.9(d)(2)/(3) and §54956.9(d)(4))
• Conference with real property negotiators regarding a ground lease for Banning Municipal Airport (232.41 acres, multiple APNs) with Industrial Enterprises, LLC

City Council

The Banning City Council will consider approving a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for Mount San Jacinto Community College District and discuss updated camping regulations. The council will also vote on fee changes, personnel appointments, and several service contracts.

• Zone Change and General Plan Amendment for 41 acres near Westward and Sunset Avenues
• Adoption of address-related fees and update to the city master fee schedule
• Introduction of Ordinance 1622 updating camping and related activity regulations
• Authorization of a $100,000 professional services agreement with Urban Futures, Inc.
• Approval of a fireworks display contract with Pyro Spectaculars, Inc.

Budget and Finance Committee

The committee will consider approving the minutes from the January 20, 2026 Budget and Finance Committee meeting. It will receive and file a presentation from Chandler Asset Management, Inc. on the city's current investment portfolio. The agenda also lists topics for future meetings, including airport financials, water usage issues, utility billing, marijuana revenue reporting, water rates, bonds and total debt, credit card details, and grant spending.

• Approve the January 20, 2026 meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Receive and file Chandler Asset Management presentation on investment portfolio
• Future agenda item: Airport Financials
• Future agenda item: Water Rates
• Future agenda item: Bonds and Total Debt

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Banning City Council held entirely in closed session. The council will discuss one potential litigation case and negotiate a ground lease for the Banning Municipal Airport (approximately 232 acres) with Industrial Enterprises, LLC as the potential lessee. No public action items are on the agenda.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation (one potential case)
• Conference with real property negotiators for Banning Municipal Airport ground lease (232.41 acres, multiple APNs) with Industrial Enterprises, LLC as potential lessee; negotiating price and terms

City Council

The Banning City Council will hold a workshop to discuss developing a citywide Community Facilities District (CFD) for public safety services. Staff will present information on CFDs, and the council will provide direction on whether to proceed and on drafting goals and policies. The meeting is a special workshop, with no other action items on the agenda.

• Workshop discussion on developing a Citywide Public Safety Services Community Facilities District (CFD)

City Council

The City Council will hold continued public hearings on the Sunset Crossroads project, a 533.8-acre development south of I-10 and west of Sunset Avenue, including a specific plan, zone change, development agreement, and EIR certification. Staff recommends approval conditioned on a related density transfer of 1,146 residential units to nearby land, while the Planning Commission recommends denial. Consent items include second readings of ordinances updating development impact fees and transportation fees, plus resolutions authorizing contracts for bus purchases, bridge repairs, software, and a side letter with the police officers association.

• Sunset Crossroads Project: 533.8 acres for industrial/commercial uses with Specific Plan, General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Development Agreement
• Density transfer of 1,146 residential units from Sunset Crossroads to 41 acres owned by MSJC at Westward/Sunset Avenues
• Purchase of three 35-foot CNG buses for $2,998,200.42 (Resolution 2026-47)
• Professional services agreement for Indian School Lane Bridge emergency repair engineering for $187,759 (plus 10% contingency)
• First reading of Ordinance 1622 updating regulations on camping and related activities

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a city-initiated zoning text amendment (PZTA26-0001) to repeal and replace Section 17.08.100 (Accessory Dwelling Units) and amend related sections of the Banning Zoning Ordinance to align with state law. This is a discussion item only; no formal vote will be taken. The Commission will provide direction to staff before a formal public hearing is scheduled for a recommendation to the City Council.

• Discussion of Zoning Text Amendment PZTA26-0001 to repeal and replace ADU regulations in Section 17.08.100 and amend related sections of Title 17 for state law consistency

Youth Council

The Banning Youth Council will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, discuss social media guidelines, and review a grant application for the Art Welch Community Center.

• Approve February 4, 2026 Youth Council meeting minutes
• Discuss social media guidelines for Youth Council account
• Review California Strategic Growth Council grant for Art Welch Community Center
• Receive Roosevelt Williams Park Clean Up Report

City Council

The Banning City Council will consider the Sunset Crossroads project, a 533.8-acre industrial and commercial development, and a General Plan/Zone Change for a college site. Staff recommends denying the project, while the Planning Commission recommended approval.

• Public hearing on Sunset Crossroads project (SP 20-2002, GPA 20-2501, ZC 20-3502)
• Consideration of General Plan Amendment (GPA 22-2502) and Zone Change (ZC 22-3502) for MSJC District
• Staff recommends denying Sunset Crossroads project (Resolutions 2026-26, 2026-27)
• Staff recommends approving Sunset Crossroads project (Resolutions 2026-28, 2026-29, 2026-30, 2026-31)
• Introduction of Ordinances 1618 and 1620 for Sunset Crossroads project

City Council

The Banning City Council will consider appointing Elizabeth M. Gibbs as city manager and approving her employment agreement. Other items include public hearings to update transportation and development impact fees, approval of a $90,000 electric rate review contract, and a $230,770 environmental monitoring services contract. The council will also discuss a sales tax sharing agreement with Dalia Auto Group and Khan Properties, and consider adopting the 'Banning 2030' strategic plan.

• Resolution 2026-39: Appointment of Elizabeth M. Gibbs as City Manager and approval of employment agreement
• Public hearing on updating Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) program (Ordinance 1621, Resolution 2026-35)
• Public hearing on new and amended Development Impact Fees (Ordinance 1616, Resolution 2026-24)
• Professional Services Agreement with NewGen Strategies for electric rate review, $90,000 for three years (Resolution 2026-34)
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with UltraSystems Environmental for Sun Lakes Boulevard Extension, additional $230,770 (Resolution 2026-38)

City Council

This special meeting is a workshop to hear a presentation from Loma Linda University on a planned entitlement submittal for the Mission Heights Specific Plan, which would create residential development on approximately 785 acres in the Banning Bench area. No action will be taken; the item is for information only.

• Presentation by Loma Linda University on the Mission Heights Specific Plan for ~785 acres in the Banning Bench area

City Council

The Banning City Council will convene a special closed meeting to confer with labor negotiators and legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. The session will be held jointly with the Banning Utility Authority and the Banning Successor Agency Board.

• Conference with labor negotiators (BPMA, BPOA)
• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
• Joint meeting with Banning Utility Authority
• Joint meeting as Banning Successor Agency Board

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hear a presentation from the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer of the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. The only action item is approval of minutes from the November 2025 meeting. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including public comments and announcements.

• Presentation by the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer of the Morongo Band of Mission Indians (item 4.1)
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 20, 2025 (consent agenda item 3.1)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, approve meeting minutes and activity reports, and discuss the selection of appointees for various subcommittee vacancies.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of January 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of November and December 2025 activity reports
• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Subcommittees and vacancies
• Update on Parks and Recreation Master Plan

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2025 Development Impact Fee Study and provide direction on final fee rates. Consent items include a $41,665 design contract for upgrading the Wilson Street and 12th Street intersection and an amendment to a reimbursement agreement with SFPP for pipeline relocation related to the Sun Lakes Boulevard Extension. Closed session items involve labor negotiations and the city manager appointment.

• Discussion of 2025 Development Impact Fee Study and direction on final rates
• Resolution 2026-32: Award $41,665 design contract for Wilson Street/12th Street intersection upgrade (total not-to-exceed $45,831.50)
• Resolution 2026-19: Authorize amendment to reimbursement agreement with SFPP for pipeline relocation costs for Sun Lakes Boulevard Extension
• Resolution 2026-33: Reclassify Accountant position per compensation plan
• Receive and file applications for FY27 OTS STEP grant and FY26 SHSP grant

City Council

The City Council holds a special workshop to receive a progress report on the Hargrave Grade Separation design phase. The item is for information and discussion only; no action is taken. The meeting is also convened as the Banning Utility Authority and Successor Agency Board.

• Progress report on Hargrave Grade Separation – design phase (for information and discussion only)

City Council

The Banning City Council is holding an adjourned regular meeting via Zoom and closed session to discuss labor negotiations and potential City Manager appointments. The meeting continues from a session adjourned on January 27, 2026.

• Closed session with labor negotiator
• Closed session for City Manager appointment
• Public comments via Zoom
• Meeting held at 99 E. Ramsey Street
• Adjournment to February 6, 2026

Planning Commission

The Banning Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its November and December 2025 meetings and participate in training sessions regarding their role and fair hearing requirements. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Approval of November 17, 2025, and December 3, 2025, meeting minutes
• Training on the role of a Planning Commissioner
• Training on quasi-judicial proceedings and fair hearing requirements
• Public comments on agenda items only
• Meeting held via Zoom at 99 E. Ramsey Street

Youth Council

The Banning Youth Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss and provide recommendations on tree equity and planting initiatives, consider creating a social media account, recap Youth In Government Day, and set a meeting date to plan the Roosevelt Park Williams Building mural. The agenda consists entirely of discussion items with no final votes scheduled.

• Discussion on tree equity and planting initiatives to support community efforts
• Direction on creating a social media account for the Youth Council (platform, content, guidelines)
• Recap and report on Youth In Government Day
• Identify a meeting date for the Roosevelt Park Williams Building mural visioning

City Council

The Banning City Council will consider approving or denying the Sunset Crossroads project, a 533.8-acre development of industrial and commercial uses. The council will also vote on a separate General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for approximately 41 acres of land owned by Mount San Jacinto Community College District.

• Consideration of Sunset Crossroads project applications (SP 20-2002, GPA 20-2501, ZC 20-3502, TPM 38118)
• Consideration of General Plan Amendment 002 and Zone Change 3502 for Mount San Jacinto Community College District land
• Public hearing for Sunset Crossroads project
• Public hearing for General Plan Amendment 002 and Zone Change 3502
• Consideration of annexation of 253.7 acres into the City of Banning

City Council

The Banning City Council will convene in closed session to discuss potential litigation and a public employee appointment. The meeting will be held jointly with the Banning Utility Authority and the Banning Successor Agency Board.

• Closed session: Public employee appointment (City Manager)
• Closed session: Potential initiation of litigation (1 case)
• Closed session: Anticipated litigation with significant exposure (2 cases)
• Joint meeting with Banning Utility Authority
• Joint meeting as Banning Successor Agency Board

City Council

The City Council will review a tentative tract map for 544 residential lots at Highland Home Road. Other items include the purchase of three CNG buses and various municipal resolutions.

• Tri Pointe Homes: Tentative Tract Map for 544 single-family residential lots and 36 condominium lots near Highland Home Road
• Purchase of three 35-foot fixed route CNG buses for $2,717,459.56
• Sun Lakes Boulevard Extension Project environmental monitoring services: up to $420,090
• Banning Youth Council: Extension of terms for five members through January 31, 2027
• Eide Bailly contract amendment and additional appropriation: $145,000

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a grant program for the Art Welch Community Center and select a commissioner for a project advisory committee. The meeting also includes reports on instructor programs, park projects, and follow-up discussions regarding park restrooms.

• Selection of a Commissioner for the California Strategic Growth Council Project Advisory Committee
• Discussion on the Community Resiliency Centers Program Grant for Art Welch Community Center
• Follow up on Park's Restroom discussion
• Update on Instructor Program
• Park Project Update

Budget and Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss the Banning Electric Bond rating and consider recommending the formation of a City Council ad-hoc committee to address it. The committee will also receive an oral update on the progress of LSL, LLC CPAs in updating the city's financial records, and consider approving the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion on Electric Bond rating and possible formation of a City Council ad-hoc committee
• Oral update on progress of LSL, LLC CPAs in updating city financial records
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 18, 2025

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Banning City Council. The council will confer with legal counsel regarding a potential new lawsuit (one potential case) and existing litigation in the case Sun Lakes Highlands v. City of Banning et. al. (Case No. 5:24-CV-02603-dtb). No public decisions or open session items are on the agenda.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding potential initiation of litigation (one potential case) under Government Code §54956.9(d)(4)
• Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: Sun Lakes Highlands v. City of Banning et. al., Case No. 5:24-CV-02603-dtb

City Council

The Banning City Council holds a special workshop to review proposed updates to the City's Development Impact Fees. The council will provide direction to staff and the city's consultant. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of proposed updates to the City of Banning Development Impact Fees – council to provide direction to staff and consultant

City Council

The Banning City Council will consider approving contracts for water studies, a police assessment, and a major road extension, along with zoning changes to allow more housing. The Council will also discuss utility payment plans and appoint an interim finance director.

• Award $20.99M contract for Sun Lakes Boulevard Extension Project
• Approve $1.29M annual power purchase agreement with City of Vernon
• Approve Tri Pointe Homes subdivision for 580 residential units
• Authorize $250,000 increase in legal services agreement with Falen Law Offices
• Approve hiring of Homeless Services Coordinator

Planning Commission

The Banning Planning Commission will meet via Zoom to conduct training on procedural guidelines and order. No substantive agenda items are scheduled for this session.

• Planning Commission Training - Manual of Procedural Guidelines
• Planning Commission Training - Rosenberg's Rules of Order
• Public Comments on Agenda Items Only
• Meeting held via Zoom with specific dial-in and meeting ID
• Next meeting scheduled for February 4, 2026

Youth Council

The Youth Council will consider approval of the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss and review a Blue Zone Policy Letter of Support, with a recommendation to authorize the chair to sign the letter after the content is discussed. The council will also receive and file the Chapter 2.42 Youth Council Ordinance. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approve October 7, 2025 Youth Council meeting minutes
• Discuss and possibly authorize the chair to sign a Blue Zone Policy Letter of Support
• Receive and file Chapter 2.42 Youth Council Ordinance