Banning public meetings in 2025
44 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Banning City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including contracts for public safety equipment, environmental services, and community projects. Key items include a $150,000 per year award to Clean Harbor Environmental Services for homeless encampment cleanup and a $144,487 award to IDS Group for an animal shelter facility assessment. The council will also adopt a new addressing policy and appoint a mayor and mayor pro tem for one year.
- Adopt Resolution 2025-172: award Clean Harbor Environmental Services a $150,000 per year contract for homeless encampment cleanup, illegal dumping abatement, and graffiti removal
- Adopt Resolution 2025-173: award IDS Group, Inc. a $144,487 contract for an animal shelter facility assessment and feasibility study
- Adopt Resolution 2025-170: authorize five professional service agreements for on‑call environmental services with The Altum Group, Dudek, LSA Associates, MNS Engineers, Inc., and Ruth Villalobos & Associates
- Adopt Resolution 2025-164: approve purchase of 45 Axon Taser 10 electronic control devices and related training equipment
- Adopt Resolution 2025-163: accept a $2,000 donation from Sun Lakes Charitable Trust
City Council
This special meeting (workshop) of the Banning City Council will continue discussion and finalize direction on the Banning 2030 Strategic Plan. The Council will also conduct an interview to fill a vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission for Position 4, term ending January 31, 2027.
- Continue discussion and finalize direction on the City of Banning Strategic Plan 'Banning 2030 - Designing the Future TODAY'
- Interview applicant to fill vacancy on Banning Parks and Recreation Commission, Position 4 (term ending Jan 31, 2027)
City Council
The Banning City Council will hold a closed session to discuss pending and potential litigation, including a case involving Jimmy Flores et al., and to negotiate a ground lease for the Banning Municipal Airport. The meeting will also include a public comment period before the closed session.
- Closed session to discuss pending litigation (Jimmy Flores v. City of Banning)
- Closed session to discuss potential litigation with significant exposure
- Closed session to discuss potential initiation of litigation
- Closed session to discuss public employee appointment (City Manager)
- Negotiations for a ground lease of Banning Municipal Airport (232.41 acres)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold two continued public hearings on subdivision proposals by Tri Pointe Homes in the Atwell Development. The first (Tract 39259) would create 544 single-family lots and 248 duplex condominium units on 160 acres; the second (Tract 39262) would create 193 single-family lots on 68.74 acres. The Commission will vote on resolutions recommending City Council approval and CEQA findings. Consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes from September 10 and November 5, 2025.
- Tentative Tract Map 39259: 160.02 acres for 544 single-family lots and 248 duplex condo units (792 units total), plus parks, at northwest corner of Highland Home Road and SCE Corridor
- Tentative Tract Map 39262: 68.74 acres for 193 single-family lots, a 1.19-acre park, and SCE easement at northeast corner of Highland Home Road and SCE Corridor
- Both projects are within the Butterfield Specific Plan (Atwell) and require CEQA subsequent EIR determination under Section 15162
- Design Review No. 25-0008 seeks to increase density to 12 du/ac in Medium Density Residential district for Planning Area 49A
- Consent agenda: approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from September 10 and November 5, 2025
City Council
The Banning City Council will convene for a special workshop to discuss and develop a strategic plan for the city. The session will also include closed sessions regarding potential litigation.
- Strategic Planning Workshop
- Closed session: Pending litigation (Tom Miller v. City of Banning)
- Closed session: Anticipated litigation
- Closed session: Potential initiation of litigation
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to approve past meeting minutes, hear a presentation from the San Gorgonio Pass Historical Society, and discuss the Commission's work plan for the coming year.
- Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
- Presentation by San Gorgonio Pass Historical Society
- Discussion of Historic Preservation Commission Work Plan
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and monthly activity reports, discuss playground replacements, and review the feasibility of extending the Repplier Park Aquatic Center season.
- Approval of October 2025 meeting minutes
- Approval of July-September 2025 activity report
- Discussion on Repplier Park Aquatic Center hours
- Update on playground replacements at Repplier and Sylvan Parks
- Discussion on Dysart Park operations
Budget and Finance Committee
The Banning Budget and Finance Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes and review financial reports, including airport finances and audit results. The committee will also discuss water usage issues and potential rate changes.
- Approval of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
- Review of Financial Reports for March-July
- Airport Financials and Audit Report
- Discussion on Water Usage Issues
- Discussion on Water Rates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider two consent items recommending the City Council deny the Sunset Crossroads project, a 533.8-acre industrial/commercial development south of I-10 and west of Sunset Avenue, and reject certifying its environmental impact report. They will also recommend denying a related zone change and general plan amendment for 41 acres to transfer at least 1,146 residential units from Sunset Crossroads. A public hearing will consider a zone text amendment on non-conforming uses, and two tentative tract maps will be continued to December 3.
- Resolution 2025-015 recommending denial of Sunset Crossroads project and rejecting Final EIR certification
- Resolution 2025-016 recommending denial of density transfer from Sunset Crossroads to 41 acres near Westward and Sunset Avenues
- Public hearing on zone text amendment to Chapter 17.88 (Non-conforming Uses and Structures)
- Tentative Tract Map 39259 (PTM25-0004) continued to December 3, 2025
- Tentative Tract Map 39262 (PTM25-0005) continued to December 3, 2025
City Council
The Banning City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting a new Master User Fee Schedule based on a comprehensive study by Matrix Consulting Group, affecting fees for electric, engineering, fire, planning, and other departments. The consent agenda includes adopting 2025 building and fire codes, accepting an electric utility easement from Tri Pointe Homes, and receiving reports on hexavalent chromium exceedance, police statistics, and more. Several professional service agreements and a five-year chemical supply contract are also up for approval.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2025-156 adopting updated Master User Fee Schedule (affects electric, engineering, fire, parks, planning, police, water, and other fees)
- Ordinance 1613 adopting 2025 California Building and Fire Codes with local amendments
- Acceptance of an easement from Tri Pointe Homes for electric utility at Atwell development (Tract 37389-3 PA 29)
- Receive and file notice of hexavalent chromium exceedance of maximum containment level (Tier II Public Notice)
- Authorize Notice of Completion for Ramsey Street and Omar Street intersection improvements (Project 2022-05)
City Council
In a closed‑session special meeting, the Banning City Council and Banning Utility Authority will hold conferences on labor negotiations with the Banning Police Officer’s Association, existing litigation, and two real‑property negotiations. The property discussions involve a proposed ground lease for the 232.41‑acre Banning Municipal Airport and a possible land swap with Loma Linda University involving 95 acres and a 160‑acre parcel. Council members will also consider whether to initiate new litigation. No public votes are listed.
- Conference with labor negotiators (Banning Police Officer’s Association) per Gov Code 54957.6
- Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: Two Brothers 14 Corp v. City of Banning, case No. CVR12406468
- Conference with real‑property negotiators on ground lease for Banning Municipal Airport (≈232.41 acres, APNs 541-240-009; 541-250-009; 541-140-003; 532-150-002; 532-150-003; 532-150-004; 532-130-012; 532-130-018; 532-130-011; 532-180-034)
- Conference with real‑property negotiators on land swap with Loma Linda University (≈95 acres APNs 531-100-008, 531-110-012; and 160‑acre parcel APN 535-080-018)
- Conference with legal counsel on whether to initiate new litigation (one case)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission holds a public hearing on the Sunset Crossroads project, a 533.8-acre industrial and commercial development south of I-10 and west of Sunset Avenue. The project requires a specific plan, general plan amendment, zone change, development agreement, tentative parcel map, and final environmental impact report. A second hearing considers rezoning 41 acres owned by Mt. San Jacinto Community College District to Very High Density Residential to transfer density from the Sunset Crossroads plan. The commission will recommend city council approval on both items.
- Sunset Crossroads: Specific Plan SP 20-2002 for industrial/commercial uses on 533.8 acres south of I-10 and west of Sunset Avenue
- General Plan Amendment GPA 20-2501 and Zone Change ZC 20-3502 to GC, I, OS-P, OS-R including pre-zoning for annexation
- Development agreement establishing vested rights in exchange for public benefits
- Tentative Parcel Map TPM 38118 dividing area into 34 parcels and 5 lettered lots
- GPA 22-2502 and ZC 22-3502 to rezone 41 acres at Westward and Sunset Avenues from PF-S to VHDR for density transfer of at least 1,146 units
City Council
The Banning City Council will consider several resolutions, including a $309,946 professional services agreement for a zero‑emission vehicle fleet transition. It will also adopt Ordinance 1613 to update the municipal code with the 2025 California Building and Fire Codes. Additional items include a $250,000 contract for development impact fee auditing and a license agreement for the Art Welch Community Center.
- Resolution 2025‑144: award ICF Incorporated, LLC a $309,946 contract for zero‑emission vehicle fleet and infrastructure transition
- Resolution 2025‑152: approve a $250,000 professional services agreement with DTA for development impact fee auditing (5‑year term)
- Resolution 6.7: accept right‑of‑way dedication on APNs 534‑283‑009 and 534‑283‑010 for 818 and 836 Allen Street
- Resolution 2025‑154: license agreement with Kids Cures Foundation for use of the Art Welch Community Center at 2041 Nicolet Street
- Public Hearing 7.2: adopt Ordinance 1613 to incorporate 2025 California Building Standards Code and Fire Code amendments
City Council
The Banning City Council is holding a special workshop meeting on October 28, 2025, to discuss homelessness in the city. This is a discussion-only item with no proposed action. The meeting is also convened as a joint session with the Banning Utility Authority and the Banning Successor Agency Board, but only the homelessness discussion is on the agenda.
- Discussion on Homelessness in the City of Banning (discussion only)
City Council
The Banning City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss labor negotiations with police unions, pending and potential litigation, and the appointment of a city manager. No open-session business will be conducted.
- Conference with labor negotiators regarding Banning Police Manager's Association and Banning Police Officer's Association
- Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation: Tom Miller v. City of Banning (Case No. CVR12402316)
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (two potential cases)
- Conference with legal counsel on potential initiation of litigation (one potential case)
- Public employee appointment: City Manager
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive and file reports from the Stagecoach Days and Banning Blue Zones Project presentations. It will approve the meeting minutes from three April 2025 sessions. The commission will receive officer updates on Lion's Park irrigation and the Adopt a Park program. Finally, it will review, discuss, and approve the monthly activity report covering March through June 2025.
- Receive and file Stagecoach Days presentation report
- Receive and file Banning Blue Zones Project presentation report
- Approve minutes of the April 10, 2025 special meeting
- Approve minutes of the April 16, 2025 regular meeting
- Review and approve Parks and Recreation monthly report for March‑June 2025
City Council
The Banning City Council will consider approving several contracts for infrastructure and services, including a $95,310 agreement for a water management plan update and a $759,850 contract for the Banning Armory Resilience Centers. The Council will also vote on electric rate increases and adopt ordinances regarding film permits and a development agreement.
- Award $95,310 contract for 2025 Urban Water Management Plan Update
- Award $759,850 contract for Banning Armory Resilience Centers Project
- Approve electric rate increases and revisions to electric tariffs
- Adopt Ordinance 1608 amending film permit regulations
- Adopt Ordinance 1611 approving development agreement with JDNJ Enterprises, LLC
City Council
The Banning City Council will hold a special workshop to review the updated City of Banning User Fee Handbook and consider directing staff and the city’s consultant. The meeting is a joint session with the Banning Utility Authority and the Successor Agency Board and will be conducted via Zoom. No other substantive agenda items are listed beyond public comment.
- Review of the Updated City of Banning User Fee Handbook – recommendation to provide direction to staff and the city’s consultant
City Council
This is a special closed-session meeting of the Banning City Council, held jointly with the Banning Utility Authority and Successor Agency Board. No public decisions will be made; the council will discuss potential and pending litigation, labor negotiations with police unions, a ground lease for the municipal airport, and a performance evaluation for the interim city manager.
- Closed-session conference on a proposed ground lease for the Banning Municipal Airport (232.41 acres, multiple APNs) with Industrial Enterprises, LLC as potential lessee.
- Pending litigation: Tom Miller v. City of Banning (Case No. CVR12402316) and Sun Lakes Highlands v. City of Banning et al. (Case No. 5:24-CV-02603-dtb).
- Labor negotiations with the Banning Police Manager's Association and Banning Police Officer's Association.
- Performance evaluation of the Interim City Manager.
- Discussion of two potential cases for initiation of litigation and one potential case for pending litigation.
Planning Commission
The Banning Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a design review application for a 24-foot-tall water storage tank and adjacent drainage basin at 7091 Bluff Street. The project by Banning Heights Mutual Water Company aims to increase potable water supply and improve fire suppression. The commission is also set to approve meeting minutes from September 3, 2025.
- Public hearing on Design Review Application PDR 25-0007 for a 24-foot water storage tank and drainage basin at 7091 Bluff Street in the OS-R zoning district
- Recommendation to adopt Resolution 2025-11 approving the design review subject to conditions
- Consent agenda: Approval of September 3, 2025, regular meeting minutes
Youth Council
The Banning Youth Council will hold a regular meeting to swear in new members, receive a report from the Riverside County Youth Commission, and discuss officer reorganization. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.
- Swearing in of new Youth Council members
- Presentation from Riverside County Youth Commission
- Youth Council reorganization to select Chair and Vice-Chair
- Public comments on non-agenda items
- Meeting held via Zoom and in Council Chambers
City Council
This is a special closed session meeting of the Banning City Council. The council will confer with legal counsel on three existing lawsuits (Sun Lakes Highlands, a workers compensation case, and Two Brothers 14 Corporation) and two potential legal cases. They will also discuss the appointment of a city manager.
- Closed session conference on existing litigation: Sun Lakes Highlands v. City of Banning (Case No. 5:24-Cv-02603-dtb)
- Closed session conference on existing litigation: Workers Compensation Case No. 1080-WC-22-0000019 (Michael Loader)
- Closed session conference on existing litigation: Two Brothers 14 Corporation Inc v. City of Banning (Case No. CVR12406468)
- Closed session conference on anticipated litigation: two potential cases
- Closed session discussion on public employment/appointment of City Manager
City Council
The City Council will consider a development agreement for a 1,320,284-square-foot industrial warehouse on 131.28 acres north of I-10. Also on the agenda are a cannabis cultivation permit for a facility at 200 John Street, a $32,050 contract for executive recruitment of a permanent city manager, and several routine consent items.
- Re-introduction of Ordinance 1611 for a development agreement with JDNJ Enterprises for the Banning Commerce Center warehouse project
- Cannabis conditional use permit for Flower Dept, LLC at 200 John Street (8,041 sq ft building)
- Award of $32,050 professional services contract to Peckham & McKenney for city manager recruitment
- Resolution 2025-132 amending electric utility rules and regulations
- Installation of a multi-way stop at First Street/Hays Street and Highland Springs Avenue/Potrero Boulevard
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to select a chair and vice-chair, approve a meeting calendar for the rest of 2025, and discuss the validity of Banning's historic resources list and future work plans.
- Election of Commission officers (Chair and Vice-Chair)
- Approval of meeting calendar for 2025
- Discussion on validity of 2006 General Plan historic resources list
- Development of work plan for Commission and staff
- Public hearing scheduled
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee will meet to approve meeting minutes and receive reports on cash investments, credit card details, and various financial topics including airport finances and water rates.
- Approval of July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
- Receive and file Cash and Investment Report for August 2025
- Review of Credit Card Details
- Discussion on Water Usage Issues
- Review of Water Rates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission holds public hearings on two related items: the Sunset Crossroads project for industrial and commercial uses on 533.8 acres south of I-10, and a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for a 41-acre college district site to Very High Density Residential. The Commission will vote on resolutions recommending City Council approval of both sets of entitlements, including certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report.
- Sunset Crossroads: 533.8-acre industrial/commercial project south of I-10 and west of Sunset Avenue
- Certification of Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2021020011) for Sunset Crossroads
- Development Agreement establishing vested rights in exchange for public benefits
- General Plan Amendment (GPA 22-2502) and Zone Change (ZC 22-3502) for 41 acres near Westward and Sunset Avenues to Very High Density Residential
- Transfer of up to 1,146 residential units from the Sunset Crossroads Specific Plan to the college district site
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider two items and vote on resolutions recommending City Council approval. The first is the Sunset Crossroads Project on 533.8 acres south of I-10, including a specific plan, general plan amendment, zone change, development agreement, tentative parcel map, and an environmental impact report. The second is a general plan amendment and zone change for 41 acres owned by Mount San Jacinto Community College District to allow density transfer of at least 1,146 residential units from the Sunset Crossroads Specific Plan.
- Sunset Crossroads Specific Plan (SP 20-2002) for industrial and commercial uses on 533.8 acres
- General Plan Amendment (GPA 20-2501) and Zone Change (ZC 20-3502) for the project area
- Development Agreement establishing vested development rights in exchange for public benefits
- Tentative Parcel Map (TPM 38118) to subdivide area into 34 parcels and 5 lettered lots
- General Plan Amendment (GPA 22-2502) and Zone Change (ZC 22-3502) to Very High Density Residential for 41 acres at Westward and Sunset Avenues
City Council
The Banning City Council will interview executive recruiter firms to select a firm for the City Manager position and appoint Arturo Vela as Interim City Manager with an annual salary of $297,100. The Council will also approve several construction contracts, including a $920,672.10 project for Lions Park and a $500,000 amendment for engineering services.
- Appoint Arturo Vela as Interim City Manager at $297,100 annually
- Award $920,672.10 construction contract for Lions Park Non-Potable Water Conversion
- Approve $500,000 amendment for Engineering Resources of Southern California
- Authorize up to $20,000,000 for Sun Lakes Boulevard Extension Project
- Approve $30,000 annual contract with Duke's Root Control, Inc.
City Council
The Banning City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss potential litigation, real estate negotiations, and labor negotiations with police unions. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers and streamed via Zoom.
- Closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (3 potential cases)
- Negotiations for a lease at 60 E. Ramsey Street with the Banning Chamber of Commerce
- Labor negotiations with the Banning Police Manager's Association
- Labor negotiations with the Banning Police Officer's Association
- Meeting held in Council Chambers at 99 E. Ramsey Street
City Council
The Banning City Council will meet in closed session to discuss potential litigation, labor negotiations, and a lease agreement for 60 E. Ramsey Street. The meeting will be held via Zoom and is open to public observation.
- Closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (3 potential cases)
- Closed session to discuss significant litigation exposure (1 case)
- Closed session to negotiate lease price and terms for 60 E. Ramsey Street
- Closed session with labor negotiators for Banning Police Manager's Association
- Closed session with labor negotiators for Finance and Human Resources Directors
City Council
The Banning City Council and Banning Utility Authority will hold a workshop to review the Banning Electric Utility Cost of Service Analysis and Rate Design Study prepared by NewGen Strategies and Solutions, LLC. Council members will discuss the study’s findings and staff’s recommended electric rate increases, and provide feedback on next steps. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and public input.
- Presentation on Banning Electric Utility Cost of Service Analysis and Rate Design Study (NewGen Strategies and Solutions, LLC)
- Discussion of staff‑recommended electric rate increases and next steps
- Public comments limited to agenda items only
Planning Commission
The Banning Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a tentative tract map for a residential subdivision and a conditional use permit for satellite antennas. The meeting will also approve the August 6, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Tentative Tract Map No. 38408 (2.83 acres, 11 residential lots)
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit PLN 24-0103 for 40 satellite antennas
- Approval of August 6, 2025, Special Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Meeting held via Zoom with specific participation guidelines
- Next regular meeting scheduled for October 1, 2025
Youth Council
The Youth Council will receive a presentation on the Blue Zones Project, conduct a reorganization to elect a chair and vice-chair, and consider appointing three members each to planning groups for a mural project at Roosevelt Williams Park and the Annual Skate Jam Event. They will also vote on approval of minutes from the June 3, 2025 regular meeting.
- Blue Zones Project presentation (to be received and filed)
- Youth Council reorganization to elect chair and vice-chair for one-year term
- Approval of June 3, 2025 meeting minutes
- Appoint three members to planning group for mural project at Roosevelt Williams Park
- Appoint three members to planning group for Annual Skate Jam Event
City Council
The Banning City Council will meet on August 26, 2025 to consider a slate of consent items, reports, and public hearings. Key decisions include authorizing a $561,179.99 purchase of one electric van and two cutaway buses for Dial‑A‑Ride, adopting a development agreement with JDNJ Enterprises, LLC, and approving several contract amendments and professional services agreements. The council will also receive and file financial, police, fire, and infrastructure reports.
- Approve purchase of one electric van and two cutaway buses for Dial‑A‑Ride (up to $561,179.99) – Resolution 2025‑120
- Adopt Ordinance 1611 approving a development agreement with JDNJ Enterprises, LLC – Consent Item 6.12
- Authorize execution of the Notice of Completion for Project No. 2023‑15W “Ramsey Street Water Main Replacement‑Phase 1” – Consent Item 6.9
- Approve Amendment No. 1 to the purchase order with Couts Heating and Cooling, Inc. for $12,000 HVAC services (total PO $37,000) – Consent Item 6.16
- Approve Amendment No. 1 to the professional services agreement with Kimley‑Horn for $112,928 environmental services for wastewater plant upgrades – Resolution 2025‑118
City Council
This is a special workshop meeting of the Banning City Council. The only substantive item is conducting candidate interviews for and making appointments to the Banning Youth Council.
- Candidate interviews and appointments for the Banning Youth Council
City Council
This is a special closed-session meeting of the Banning City Council. No public votes or decisions will be held; the council will discuss labor negotiations with police unions, a potential lawsuit, a ground lease for the Banning Municipal Airport (232.41 acres), and the acting city manager's performance. The only action is to adjourn after closed session.
- Closed-session negotiation of a ground lease for the Banning Municipal Airport (232.41 acres, multiple APNs) with Industrial Enterprises LLC as potential lessee
- Conference with labor negotiators regarding Banning Police Manager's Association and Banning Police Officer's Association
- Conference with legal counsel on potential initiation of litigation (one potential case)
- Public employee performance evaluation for Acting City Manager Art Vela
- Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: Advocates for the Environment v. City of Banning (Case No. CVR12503637)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for commercial cannabis cultivation at 200 John Street. Staff recommends approval of the project, which would be located in an existing industrial building. The Commission will also discuss whether to initiate a zone text amendment or general plan amendment for residential development in the Airport Industrial Zone.
- Continued public hearing for Cannabis Conditional Use Permit (PLN 24-0107) by Flower Dept, LLC at 200 John Street (8,041 sq ft industrial building)
- Staff recommends adoption of Resolution 2025-06, finding the project exempt under CEQA Section 15301 and approving the CUP
- Discussion on initiating a zone text amendment or general plan amendment for existing residential development in the Airport Industrial Zone
Budget and Finance Committee
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss the current status of the Banning Electric Utility Cost of Service Analysis and Rate Design Study and provide feedback on next steps. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes and standard reports from the City Treasurer, committee members, and the Administrative Services Director.
- Discussion of Banning Electric Utility Cost of Service Analysis and Rate Design Study Update
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting in closed session. The body will discuss the appointment and employment of two specific public employee roles.
- Closed session regarding Acting City Manager appointment/employment
- Closed session regarding City Attorney appointment/employment
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (PLN 24-0107) by Flower Dept, LLC for commercial cannabis cultivation in an 8,041-square-foot industrial building at 200 John Street. The Commission will also approve minutes from the June 4 meeting and swear in newly appointed officials.
- Public hearing on Cannabis Conditional Use Permit (PLN 24-0107) for cultivation at 200 John Street — recommendation to adopt Resolution 2025-06 and determine CEQA exemption
- Approval of meeting minutes from the June 4, 2025, Regular Planning Commission meeting
- Swearing in of newly appointed officials
- Public comment period (3-minute limit for non-agenda items, 5-minute limit for agenda items)
City Council
The Banning City Council will meet in a closed session on July 8, 2025. Council members will confer with labor negotiators representing the Banning Police Manager's Association. Legal counsel will be briefed on several pending, potential, and anticipated litigation cases. The session also includes discussions of public employee discipline, release, and performance evaluations for the Interim City Attorney and Acting City Manager.
- Conference with labor negotiators (BPMA) per Gov. Code §54957.6(d)(1)
- Conference with legal counsel on four pending litigation cases (e.g., Deusenberry v. City of Banning)
- Conference with legal counsel on potential initiation of one new litigation case
- Public employee discipline, dismissal, or release matters
- Performance evaluations for Interim City Attorney and Acting City Manager
City Council
The Banning City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving the Banning Commerce Center project—a 1,320,284-square-foot industrial warehouse on 131.28 acres—including certification of the environmental impact report and a development agreement. The consent calendar includes purchases, agreements, and policy amendments, such as a $232,257 truck purchase, a fire services agreement, and rescission of prior approvals for the same warehouse site. The council will also consider a grant application for up to $30 million for wastewater treatment upgrades and a contract for pest control services.
- Public hearing on Banning Commerce Center: 1.32M-sq-ft warehouse on 131 acres north of I-10, with EIR certification and development agreement (Ordinance 1611)
- Resolution 2025-105 rescinding prior approvals (Resolutions 2025-59, 2025-60, Ordinance 1609) for the same industrial development
- Resolution 2025-03 UA: purchase of 2026 Ford F-550 with valve skid for $232,257.01
- Resolution 2025-108: grant application for WaterSMART program up to $30 million for wastewater treatment plant and recycled water upgrades
- Resolution 2025-97: budget appropriation of $641,560.80 for Motorola radio lease payments
City Council
The Banning City Council and Utility Authority will hold a closed‑session meeting to hear legal counsel on several lawsuits. Items include anticipated litigation, potential new cases, and four existing cases, as well as employee discipline and performance evaluations. No public action will be taken on agenda items outside the closed session.
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(2)&(3))
- Conference with legal counsel on potential initiation of litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(4))
- Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(1)) – four cases listed
- Public employee discipline/dismissal/release (Gov. Code §54957)
- Public employee performance evaluations for Interim City Attorney and Acting City Manager (Gov. Code §54957)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special workshop meeting. The body will receive a presentation regarding current design efforts for the Highland Springs Interchange Improvement Project.
- Presentation from the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) on the Highland Springs Interchange Improvement Project